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Nissan

Nissan is one of the world's fastest-growing automakers with a full product line. The company makes nearly every vehicle sold in the U.S. in its American plants. This page publishes the latest news and breaking stories on Nissan, including its iconic Nissan Leaf battery electric car.

By John Goreham on March 13, 2024 - 10:07AM
We run down a list of nine vehicles you can buy new for under $25K in 2024. 
By Armen Hareyan on March 11, 2024 - 11:10PM
I spent a week test-driving the 2024 Nissan Z Performance M/T, a natural anti-theft device because most people don't know how to drive a manual transmission.
By Dimitar Angelov on March 11, 2024 - 8:00PM
We all love the 1990s Toyota Supra, but with current prices, you are better off with one of these brand-new performance models
By Justin Hart on March 10, 2024 - 10:22PM
Kia, among other legacy auto brands, is racing to sell affordably priced EVs before their startup rivals like Rivian and Tesla. Yet legacy auto faces a significant uphill battle in terms of producing and selling such affordable EVs.
By Dimitar Angelov on March 8, 2024 - 5:37AM
These sports coupes and convertible vehicles are easy on fuel but still provide an engaging driving experience.
By Timothy Boyer on February 17, 2024 - 2:08PM
Here is an update of 10 solid, safe, and reliable new models recommended by CR analysts who state that these models have the lowest transaction prices today.
By Armen Hareyan on February 12, 2024 - 8:25PM
With the new NISMO, Nissan skillfully completes the Z family. Nissan wants to stand out in the sports car category thanks to this sharper version placed at the top of the range. I test-drove the 2024 NISMO for a week and this is my review.
By Justin Hart on January 19, 2024 - 9:39PM
In the US, the federal government offers up to $7,500 off on some electric vehicles (EVs), which makes them more affordable. In some states, cities and counties there are additional incentives, saving buyers hundreds to several thousand dollars more.
By Timothy Boyer on January 19, 2024 - 10:37AM
Here are the pickup truck models and years you should be looking for when it comes to a proven history of reliability.
By Armen Hareyan on January 16, 2024 - 10:56PM
Nissan's compact sedan has come a long way. Gone are the days of plasticky interiors and anemic drivetrains. The 2024 Sentra SV, which I spent a week commuting and grocery-getting, surprised me with its blend of practicality and fun of driving.
By Justin Hart on January 13, 2024 - 2:19PM
There are a plethora of high end, luxury electric vehicles (EVs) for sale, and fewer affordable models to choose from. This is a fact, but it doesn’t mean there is an especially prominent lack of lower priced EVs. Actually, there have never been so many!
By Justin Hart on December 30, 2023 - 6:08AM
It seems like the media and consumers are freaking out about how scary it is to contemplate buying a used plug-in vehicle, all because you have no way to tell how long the very expensive battery will last. I am here to tell you this is utter rubbish.
By Timothy Boyer on December 15, 2023 - 9:54AM
Here is an update of 10 solid, safe, and reliable new models recommended by CR analysts who state that these models have the lowest transaction prices today.
By Justin Hart on November 18, 2023 - 2:16PM
I’m going to be blunt and completely honest, car dealers have erected a huge roadblock on our path to a sustainable transportation future. They are the second largest obstacle to EV sales growth, and actually have a major role in the first obstacle too.
By Timothy Boyer on October 13, 2023 - 10:13PM
Here’s a summary of the latest on saving gas and money with fuel-efficient cars and SUVs, recommended by Consumer Reports analysts who found the best models in their class selling below their MSRP today.
By John Goreham on October 11, 2023 - 3:47PM
We’ve tested both the Nissan Z and the 2024 Z NISMO sports cars. Here’s how Nissan elevated an already top-shelf sports car. 
By Peter Neilson on October 9, 2023 - 5:44PM
Unlock your hybrids secrets with PIDs! Dive deep into real-time diagnostics and understand every beep and signal.
By Timothy Boyer on October 2, 2023 - 2:23PM
Here’s the latest from Consumer Reports analysts on which electric cars they recommend as the best to buy today. Plus, their comments on each model’s range and what to expect in the topmost long range models.
By Justin Hart on September 9, 2023 - 3:03PM
My father is looking for his next vehicle, and considering smaller SUVs as long as they get great fuel economy. He’s on a budget. I’ve researched 10 of the most affordable, smaller SUVs with the best (gasoline) fuel economy available today.
By Armen Hareyan on September 8, 2023 - 10:53PM
The 2024 Nissan LEAF is an exciting addition to the world of electric vehicles. I had the opportunity to drive and test this vehicle for a week at Torque News, and I must say it left a strong impression.
By John Goreham on September 5, 2023 - 9:37AM
We tried out the Toyo Open Country A/T III tire on a Nissan Pathfinder this week. We have some strong opinions on this tire.
By Justin Hart on September 4, 2023 - 4:12PM
My father is shopping for a new vehicle and he wants something with All Wheel Drive (AWD) that will be easy on the wallet in terms of price/payment and fueling costs. He’s open to SUVs, sedans, and hatchbacks or crossovers. He’s got a lot to choose from!
By Timothy Boyer on September 2, 2023 - 10:41AM
The latest economic analysis on EV battery tech, the 250,000-mile EV battery, and how EV shoppers are mistaken in what they want.
By John Goreham on September 1, 2023 - 10:01AM
We experience Nissan's Pathfinder Rock Creek and find many things to highlight.
By Timothy Boyer on August 31, 2023 - 8:54PM
Any one of these six of the most fuel-efficient 5-year-old nonhybrid midsized sedans, is a smart and satisfying buy according to a new Consumer Reports analysis.
By Justin Hart on July 21, 2023 - 11:26AM
There has been some recent negative press about electric vehicles (EVs), rather than their drivers, creating more tire pollution than gas powered vehicles. I am highly suspicious of these claims.
By Armen Hareyan on July 19, 2023 - 9:40PM
Launched last year, the 2023 Ariya has put Nissan and its electric know-how back in an increasingly competitive market. I test-drove it for a week and in this review, I am going to tell you about my experience of how well thought and well-made is Ariya.
By Armen Hareyan on July 19, 2023 - 11:18AM
This morning Nissan announced that it will join Tesla in adopting Tesla's North American Charging Standard (NACS) for its electric vehicles in the United States and Canada.
By Armen Hareyan on June 30, 2023 - 11:48PM
This week I reviewed the 2023 Nissan Pathfiner'sPlatinum 4WD trim and can say that its quiet, spacious interior and smooth ride make it a great family transportation. I highly recommend to test drive it.
By John Goreham on June 27, 2023 - 11:53AM
Nissan is one of the only automakers still producing affordable EVs. For 2024, the Leaf starts at under $30K, and that is before any tax incentives or rebates.