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Kirkland, New Nissan LEAF Campaign Celebrates Best-Selling Electric Vehicle of All Time
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(Posted on May 31, 2019 at 10:39PM by Billy Kirk)

Kirkland residents, in case you missed it, Nissan launched a big ad campaign centered around the fact that the Nissan LEAF has a claim to the â€œbest-selling vehicle of all timeâ€ title.

The Freedom to Move campaign launched this past weekend and depicts Roberta Mancino, a world-record-holding professional wingsuit flyer and base jumper, gliding through the air doing what she does bestâ€”after all, Mancino has more than 10,000 skydives to her credit. She is also shown enjoying the lengthy range of the new LEAF Plus, which gets up to 226 miles on one full charge.

"In the past, a lot of electric vehicle advertising focused on the technology alone and neglected to tell the unique story of how driving an electric car makes you feel," said Allyson Witherspoon, vice president, Marketing Communications and Media, Nissan North America. "We have found that people who experience EV driving really love the quick acceleration, the quiet cabin and all the intelligent technology that make driving less stressful. It really is a joy to drive an EV and few do it better than our best-selling LEAF." Notably, the LEAF was the first electric car in history to hit the 400,000 sales unit milestone in March. Since 2010, itâ€™s been revolutionizing the industry.

Call us today to learn more about the LEAF!

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Kirkland, CNNâ€™s Impressed by Nissanâ€™s Future Roadmap for Electric Vehicles
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(Posted on Jan 26, 2019 at 04:13AM by Billy Kirk)

Following Nissan taking the stage earlier this month at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, it didnâ€™t take the media but for a moment to stand up and take notice of their ambitious plans. Specifically, CNN came away thoroughly impressed by the automakerâ€™s commitment to electric vehicles (EV).

Nissan, as they warmly reminded their readers, is behind the creation of the current best-selling EV on the market to dateâ€”the LEAF. However, it is admittedly the companyâ€™s only widely available electric machine. That said, the publication is impressed that CEO Carlos Ghosn and the brain trust at the Japanese corporation are primed to change that, announcing plans for eight more electric cars by 2022.

In fact, Nissan took advantage of the auto show to reveal the new LEAF e+ in the interim ahead of 2022. The fresh model offers increased energy density via a 62 kWh battery pack and high-output powertrain that boosts range by roughly 50 percent versus other LEAF variants. The new machine can go up to 226 miles on a single charge.

Ring us at Kirkland Nissan now to discuss the LEAF e+ and the companyâ€™s upcoming plans in greater detail!

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Seattle EV News: Nissan Leaf Batteries Light Up the Johan Cruijff Arena
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(Posted on Jul 2, 2018 at 02:03PM by Michelle Bogle)

According to a recent Nissan Europe press release, a new three-megawatt storage system using second-life and new electric vehicle batteries is now live in the Johan Cruijff Arena, which is the Netherlandsâ€™ largest stadium. The project is a collaboration between Nissan and the arena, as well as Eaton, BAM, and The Mobility House. Amsterdam Climate and Energy Fund (AKEF) and Interreg areÂ also supporting the venture.Â

The three-megawatt storage system combines power conversion units provided by Eaton â€“ a U.S.-based power management company â€“ along with the equivalent of 148 Nissan Leaf batteries. It works in tandem with the 4,200 solar panels on the roof of the stadium to provide back-up power. With this new technology, the arena is able to relieve the energy grid by flattening the peaks that occur during large-scale events and performances, as well as reduce their use of diesel generators.

â€œThanks to this energy storage system, the stadium will be able to use its own sustainable energy more intelligently and, as Amsterdam Energy Arena BV, it can trade in the batteriesâ€™ available storage capacity,â€ said Henk van Raan, Director of Innovation at the Johan Cruijff Arena, in an interview. â€œThe arena is assured of a considerable amount of power, even during an outage. As a result, the stadium will contribute to a stable Dutch energy grid.â€

For more information on how Nissan is changing the way we power our world, please contact our team at Kirkland Nissan in Seattle, Washington.

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Seattle EV News: Could Nissan Bring the Sylphy Zero Emission Vehicle to America?
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(Posted on Jun 28, 2018 at 10:00AM by Michelle Bogle)

According to an article fromÂ Inside EVs, the Sylphy Zero Emission vehicle is now available for order in China through Nissanâ€™s joint venture subsidiary, Dongfeng Nissan Passenger Vehicle Company.Â

The Sylphy Zero Emission first debuted at the Auto China 2018 show and is Nissanâ€™s first mass-production electric vehicle designed and produced specifically for the Chinese marketplace. It is built on the same platform as the worldâ€™s best-selling electric car â€“ the Leaf â€“ and shares many of the same core technologies, including a fully electric powertrain.

But where it differs is its styling â€“ specifically the Sylphyâ€™s full-size wheelbase, which offers greater stability and class-leading interior legroom, as well as multilayer ergonomic seating with heating options. A connectivity feature will also allow the Sylphyâ€™s audio and video to be remote-controlled from a mobile phone.

According to the article, the starting price for the Sylphy Zero Emission (after subsidies) is approximately 166,000 yuan ($25,000 USD). There is also no word if Nissan plans to extend the launch beyond China to include other global markets, such as North America, but that would certainly be exciting news if they did.

To learn more about Nissanâ€™s all-electric powertrains, contact our team in Seattle, Washington today.

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Could the Leaf-Based Sylphy Zero Emission EV Come to Seattle?
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(Posted on Apr 26, 2018 at 02:25PM by Michelle Bogle)

This week at Auto China 2018, Nissan launched the first electric vehicle built in China for Asian consumers and it has the whole world talking about the potential of a later global launch. The vehicle is called the Sylphy Zero Emission and it is based on the ever-popular and best-seller Nissan Leaf.

Boasting an all-electric powertrain, advanced technologies and a spacious cabin designed for convenience and comfort, the Sylphy features an extended drive range of 210 miles. It will also incorporate a full-size wheelbase, offering greater stability and interior legroom, as well as multi-layer ergonomic seating with heating options. A connectivity feature will allow the vehicle's audio and video to be remote-controlled from a mobile phone as well. From the sounds of it, the Sylphy is as cutting-edge as you can get.

As the first mass-production EV for the China market, Nissan also claims that it is one of 20 electrified models to be introduced over the next five years. The Sylphy Zero Emission will go on sale later in 2018 and more information about the specs and pricing will be available at that time.

Will we be lucky enough to test drive the Sylphy on North American soil? News of a global release has not been mentioned, but our team at Kirkland Nissan in Seattle is hopeful. To learn more about our current line-up of available EVs, contact our dealership today.

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Seattle Could See 8 New Nissan Electric Cars By 2022
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(Posted on Mar 28, 2018 at 08:34PM by Michelle Bogle)

With consumer interest for all-electric vehicles growing and with tougher emissions regulations expected to come into play, Nissan has announced that it will be ramping up its EV production over the next few years. Dubbed â€œM.O.V.E. to 2022â€, the automaker plans to launch as many as eight new fully electric cars within the next four years, building on the success of its best-selling Leaf. Nissan also has plans to introduce additional EVs in China by participating in various joint ventures.
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According to industry buzz, these vehicles will include a new C-segment EV this year, which will be derived from the Leaf, as well as an affordable new A-segment EV, similar to the Fiat 500. Nissanâ€™s Infiniti brand is also expected to electrify its entire lineup by 2021.

The ultimate goal of Nissanâ€™s â€œM.O.V.E. to 2022â€ is to sell one million electrified vehicles annually by 2022. If you do the math, thatâ€™s six times more than the number of EVs the automaker sold last year. It's an aspiring objective, but one the company welcomes.Â

According to Philippe Klein, Nissanâ€™s Chief Planning Officer, â€œOur product and technology strategy is dedicated to positioning Nissan to lead the automotive, technology and business evolution. Our efforts are focused on delivering Nissan Intelligent Mobility, encompassing the three core elements of electrification, autonomous drive, connectivity and new mobility services.â€

Little more is known at this time, but this is a developing story that we are following closely. As more news is released, weâ€™ll be sure to keep our Kirkland Nissan customers updated on our blog. To learn more about our current line-up of all-electric vehicles, including the all-new 2018 Leaf, contact our dealership in Seattle, Washington for a test drive.

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Could Nissan Bring Four New EVs to Seattle by 2022?
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(Posted on Feb 8, 2018 at 02:07AM by Michelle Bogle)

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Great news for Seattle area all-electric vehicle fans! A recent Automotive News article reports that Nissan will add four EVs to its line-up over the next five years, along with its luxury counterpart Infiniti, which is expected to add two EVs to its product line within the same timeframe.

These six battery-powered vehicles are the Japanese automaker's share of the 12 EVs that are now planned for the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi brand through to 2022. Up until now, a breakdown has not been available by brand. But, according to Toshihiro Hirai, Corporate VP for Powertrain and EV Engineering, the six Nissan vehicles will only include full all-electric vehicles and not plug-in hybrids, like the new e-Power system, which is currently available in Japan on the Nissan Note.

Rumours of an electric SUV have also been swirling for quite some time, especially since the release of the Nissan IMx Concept at the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show. And there is the likelihood of a multi-purpose vehicle as well, which could prove popular with large families looking for an alternative to gas-powered minivans. These prospective models would join the next-gen Leaf, which is currently for sale in North America and boasts a significantly revised design and increased powertrain performance.

Can't wait until 2022 to purchase one of Nissan's newest all-electric vehicles? Satiate your hunger for plug-in performance with a 2018 Leaf EV. Models are arriving soon at our dealership - pre-book your test drive in one today!

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