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May 17 2013

Nissan Mexicana Still Numero Uno

Nissan is the largest automaker in Mexico with a market share of 25.5%, and it's an increasingly important manufacturer, both for the domestic market and export.

May 15 2013

VIDEO REPORT: Gorgeous, Glistening and Gold

Earlier this month, Usain Bolt got a custom-made Nissan GT-R. The world's fastest man loves Nissan's fastest car. Bolt already has a black Nissan GT-R, but when he partnered with Nissan to give away a gold one for his foundation, he wanted one too.

Usain Bolt Golden Again with Unique Nissan GT-R

May 14 2013

Nissan and CarCharging to Expand Electric Vehicle Quick Charger Network

Nissan and Car Charging Group, Inc. (OTCQB: CCGI), a nationwide provider of convenient electric vehicle (EV) charging services, announced a joint initiative to make EV charging more readily available and to expand consumer awareness of the electric car market.

May 10 2013

VIDEO REPORT: Nissan Plant in Mexico Powered 50% by Renewable Energy

Today, 50 percent of the energy used by the Nissan plant in Aguascalientes, Mexico, comes from renewable sources. This is the first manufacturing facility out of the entire Renault-Nissan Alliance to achieve this milestone.

May 9 2013

Nissan Appoints Santiago Castro as Sales and Exports Director for Latin America and the Caribbean

Nissan announced today the appointment of Santiago Castro as sales and exports director for Nissan Latin America and the Caribbean (NLAC). He will report to Jose Roman, managing director for Nissan Latin America and the Caribbean.

May 7 2013

Nissan Posts 6,637 Units Sold in April in Brazil

NBA reported April sales of 6,636 vehicles. The Frontier pick-up stands out with 1,424 units sold, representing an increase of 12% versus same period last year. Year-to-date April, the brand sold 25,181 cars and posted 2.3% of market share.

May 3 2013

Nissan Announces Manufacturing Leadership Changes

Nissan today announced that Dan Bednarzyk, currently vice president of the Nissan Canton Vehicle Assembly Plant in Mississippi, is named to the newly created position of vice president, Total Delivered Cost, effective May 13.

May 2 2013

VIDEO REPORT: Growing the Grid: EV Taxis Drive Infrastructure Transformation in Mexico, Latin America

The fully electric Nissan LEAF has been zooming across the country of Mexico for months now. So far, only taxi drivers and government officials in Mexico City and in Aguascalientes are driving them. But soon those in Mexico who want to drive a 100 percent pure electric car will be able to buy the Nissan LEAF.

May 1 2013

VIDEO REPORT: Nissan Invests $500,000 in Canton Schools, Future Workforce

Nissan is donating $500,000 to public elementary schools in Canton, Miss. The funding is intended to help children who are not keeping pace with their curriculum.

Apr 25 2013

VIDEO REPORT: Mexican Red Cross Builds Nissan NV Into Ambulance Fleet

There now are 30 Nissan NV2500s being used for ambulances by the Mexican Red Cross. The vehicle was a perfect choice, says the organization, because it can stand up to being driven for many miles on sometimes unstable terrain.