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Should I use synthetic oil in my Nissan?
Friday, June 16th, 2017
Is synthetic or regular oil better for Nissan?
Maybe it’s because summer is here and we’re all driving our cars more, but we’ve been getting many more questions than usual regarding the use of synthetic vs regular oil in Nissan models. You’re likely wondering which is better, because everyone knows that maintenance is the key to longevity. It’s not an entirely easy question simply because Nissan recommends different options depending on the year and make of your model, but we’ll try to be as clear as we can. (more…)
Do You Know the History of the Nissan Name?
Wednesday, May 24th, 2017
Nissan is an iconic name in the automotive industry—and the story of how the name came to be goes right back to the 1930s. The Japanese brand has been selling cars in the USA since 1958, but the first Nissan Glendale Heights would have seen came under a different name: Datsun.
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What is Alcantara upholstery?
Monday, May 22nd, 2017
What are Alcantara inserts in the 2017 Nissan Maxima?
We’re not saying everything used to be easy in the automotive industry, but it feels like things have gotten a lot more complicated as features improve. Even the upholstery isn’t as straight forward as it used to be, as we touched on when we discussed the difference between leatherette and leather-appointed seats. This brought up another upholstery issue: what are these Alcantara inserts found in models like the 2017 Nissan Maxima? (more…)
Know the difference between upholstery options
Friday, May 19th, 2017
Difference between leatherette, leather and leather-appointed
When everything is already complicated in the car-buying experience, you might think the one area you have down is your upholstery options. After all, there’s cloth and leather, right? Well, no. Vinyl used to be an option too, and now it isn’t (and good riddance!). This doesn’t mean there aren’t other artificial options, and the terminology can be a tad confusing. We’re talking specifically about the difference between leatherette, leather and leather-appointed seats. What does this all mean? (more…)
Does the 2017 Nissan GT-R give you the need for speed?
Monday, May 8th, 2017
How fast is the 2017 Nissan GT-R?
Speed isn’t everything, and it certainly isn’t a requirement for our everyday driving needs. After all, you’ll only find yourself without a license if you put pedal to metal on the open highway. Still, there’s something about knowing what a car can do, even if you never plan to do it. There’s also the option of taking your vehicle to the tracks, although it’s our duty to remind you that racing a vehicle voids its warranty. If you’re dropping money on the 2017 Nissan GT-R, you very likely want to take it to the tracks just to try it out, but how fast can it go? We look at how the stock model performs, without additional performance parts or tuning. (more…)
The 2017 Nissan Titan is a Formidable Towing Machine
Wednesday, April 26th, 2017
As anyone who has seen the 2017 Nissan Titan confidently making it’s way down the street knows, this truck means business. The exterior of the 2017 Titan doesn’t need to scream for attention. While still attractive, this pickup prefers to let its performance do all the talking. Stacked with a base 5.6-liter Endurance® V8 engine that produces 390 horsepower and 394 pound-feet of torque, this truck will not disappoint. The 2017 Titan will be able to complete any job large or small. Before you begin working on a job you may be asking yourself, how much can the 2017 Nissan Titan tow? Keep reading to be impressed. (more…)
Nissan GT-R brings up the question: Touring vs Racing?
Wednesday, March 29th, 2017
What’s the difference between a touring and racing car?
After recently announcing the 2017 Nissan GT-R Track Edition, and seeing many reviews saying it’s the perfect combination of touring and racing, suddenly people want to know what the difference is between a touring and a racing car. Which is a perfectly valid question. After all, the GT-R stands for Gran Turismo Racer, and Gran Turismo means Grand Tourer, so shouldn’t it stand to reason that a model is both? (more…)
Top ways to avoid automotive collisions
Friday, March 17th, 2017
Top five most common causes of car accidents
We often hear the term “car accidents” floating around, but many times collisions are avoidable if drivers are paying attention and being careful. Weather is one instance where you can’t always stay in control of your car, but it’s not necessarily the culprit in many instances. Today we’re looking at the top five most common causes for car accidents and how you can avoid collisions to keep you, your family and your vehicle safe. (more…)
King Cab Titan Option Expands Titan and Titan XD interior space
Wednesday, March 8th, 2017
How does the King Cab option compare to other Nissan Titan cabins?
If we know anything about the automotive industry, it’s that there’s no such thing as a one-size-fits-all vehicle. There isn’t even a perfect size for any one segment, if the wide variety of crossovers and SUVs prove anything. For some, bigger is better, while others want something as compact and agile as possible. Today we’re looking at the new King Cab Nissan Titan option as it compares to your standard crew and single cab options. (more…)
Does the zipper merge really work to improve traffic flow?
Monday, March 6th, 2017
What is a zipper merge and how well does it work?
You’re driving down the highway, minding your own business, when you see a bright sign on the side of the road telling you your lane is closing, and you ought to move over. Being a conscientious driver, you move over as soon as it is safe to do so, only to have some other driver stay in that lane and zip into the open one at the last possible second. Rude, right? Well, some state departments are saying it’s best to keep both lanes fully in use until the closing one actually ends, in what is known as a zipper merge. So what is this and how does it work? (more…)
