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Interbrand’s most recent Best Global Brands Study has revealed that Nissan has risen from 49th on the list to 43rd over the past year. This is the fifth straight year that Nissan has been recognized for the brand consultancy. They were also recognized as the fourth fastest growing brand and the fastest growing automotive brand! Interbrand chose Nissan for a number of reasons, including their long-term vision for promoting their brand through digital platforms, their new partnerships (like the recent agreement with Microsoft), their product innovation (like the GT-R Nismo), and of course, their commitment customer satisfaction. "Brand Power has been a consistent focus across the company for the last five years and it is very encouraging that all our efforts continue to be recognized by this influential brand ranking," said Roel de Vries, corporate vice president and the global head of marketing and brand strategy for Nissan. "The fact that we remain the fastest growing automotive brand is also further proof that the story around our products and our vision for the future of driving is continuing to resonate." "Nissan Once Again Recognized as One of the World's Top Brands." Nissan Online Newsroom. Nissan, 6 Oct. 2016. Web. 06 Oct. 2016.

The 2016 Nissan Murano was recently chosen by Cars.com and MotorWeek as the “Best Midsize SUV of 2016.” The Murano competed with the 2016 Ford Edge, 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2016 Kia Sorento, and the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. All five vehicles were put through a rigorous testing process, where editors evaluated the SUVs on a set course and also tested by a family who was in the market for an SUV. Fuel economy was also considered. "The Murano is the closest option to a luxury SUV in this group, with a level of cabin materials and styling flair that's largely missing among the others," said Cars.com Editor-in-Chief Patrick Olsen. "The Murano's high points extend beyond its quality interior. The SUV is packed with technology and family-friendly features, and thanks to its V-6 power, the Murano is a blast to drive." This is not the first award that the Nissan lineup has earned from Cars.com. Earlier this year they chose the 2016 Nissan TITAN XD as the “Best Pickup Truck of 2016” and the 2016 Nissan Rogue as the “Family Car of the Year.” All three Nissan Vehicles are available at Tynan’s Nissan Fort Collins! Visit us for a test drive. "Nissan Murano Named “Best Midsize SUV of 2016” by Cars.com and MotorWeek." Nissan Online Newsroom. N.p., 4 Oct. 2016. Web. 05 Oct. 2016.

The 2016 Nissan Pathfinder has been named one of Kelley Blue Book’s “16 Best Family Cars of 2016” for the third year in a row. KBB extensively evaluates several vehicles for two weeks before announcing their decisions. They were especially impressed by the Pathfinder’s Around View® Monitor as well as their hassle-free EZ Flex Seating System™ with LATCH AND GLIDE™ system that makes child seat issues obsolete. "When we launched the totally redesigned Pathfinder in 2013 as a 3-row/7-passenger model, we knew it was an ideal vehicle for what we call everyday family adventures," said Dan Mohnke, vice president, Nissan Chief Marketing Manager & Marketing Operations. Read more about the upgraded 2016 Nissan Pathfinder below! "Nissan Pathfinder Named One of the "16 Best Family Cars of 2016" by Kelley Blue Book's KBB.com." Nissan Online Newsroom. N.p., n.d. Web. 08 Feb. 2016.

The 2016 Nissan Titan XD has received many awards this year including "Best Pickup Truck of 2016 " and "Truck of Texas.” It can now also add AutoGuide.com’s honor as “2016 Truck of the Year” to that list! The editors applauded not only its heavy-duty ability (maximum towing capacity of 12,300 pounds), but the impressive 5.0L V8 Turbo Diesel Engine that produces 310 horsepower and 555 lb-ft of torque. They also noted its comfort and ease of use. AutoGuide.com’s resident Truck Expert marveled at the Titan XD’s versatility. He explained, “The new Nissan Titan XD offers a comfortable, quiet ride . . . For the customer who is focused on towing, the TITAN XD will deliver.” Nissan was naturally incredibly honored by the prestigious award. Fred Diaz, division vice president and general manager, North America Trucks and Light Commercial Vehicles, Nissan North America, Inc. said, "The TITAN XD is off to a strong sales start in its first month of availability. Recognition by leading independent testers such as AutoGuide.com helps validate our efforts in bringing another strong choice to America’s full-size truck enthusiasts." "Nissan TITAN XD Named AutoGuide.com 2016 Truck of the Year." Nissan Online Newsroom. N.p., 21 Jan. 2016. Web. <http://nissannews.com/en-US/nissan/usa/releases/nissan-titan-xd-named-autoguide-com-2016-truck-of-the-year>.

The Carbon Disclosure Project has ranked Nissan in the top five percent of corporations that are participating in the international NPO’s climate change program. In addition, Nissan received a perfect score on the organization’s Climate Disclosure Leadership Index. All of this recognition means that Nissan was once again the highest ranked automotive company in Japan. The perfect score was given thanks to the continuing work that has been done to reduce CO2 emissions from new vehicles by 90 percent by 2050. Nissan was also named on the Climate “A” list thanks to its top-selling zero-emissions vehicle the LEAF, it’s implementation of LEAF to Home and its effort to reduce CO2 emissions within its manufacturing process. Watch the video below to see all of these changes and how Nissan plans to continue their journey to helping the planet. "International NPO Names Nissan a World Leader in Corporate Action on Climate Change." Nissan Online Newsroom. Nissan, 2 Dec. 2015. Web. 07 Dec. 2015.

Three top executive women from Nissan were recently added to the Automotive News 2015 “100 Leading Women in the North American Auto Industry” list. Detroit Rebecca Barker Vest, Diane Allen, Sonia Rief were all honored at the publication’s gala celebration at the Max M. and Marjorie S. Fisher Music Center Monday. These highly recognized women oversee and or fill the following positions for Nissan North America (NNA) - VP of Purchasing, Senior Design Manager, Director of Vehicle Program Management as well as regional chief vehicle engineer for the Nissan Rogue. "We are honored and humbled to have inspiring, thought-provoking women like Diane, Sonia and Rebecca within the Nissan family. These women are outstanding examples for the next generation of female corporate leaders to look up to." Stated José Muñoz, stated executive vice president, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., and chairman, Nissan North America. The entire staff at Tynan’s Nissan in Fort Collins is so proud to witness such high honors achieved by these women, and recognized by the auto industry. Tynan’s Nissan would like to wish a special congratulations and thank you to these women.

CBS News recently released their list of the “10 Safest Cars You Can Buy”. This list includes a combination of different makes and models that offer an impressive array of standard safety features and that have been awarded top safety ratings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). One of the vehicles included on the list was the 2015 Nissan Murano. The 2015 Nissan Murano earned an IIHS Top Safety Pick Plus rating when it is equipped with the optional Forward Emergency Braking system. Some of the standard safety features on this model include LATCh System, Airbags, Tire Pressure Monitoring System, Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) with Traction Control System (TCS), and Active Brake Limited Slip (ABLS). If you are interested in learning more about the 2015 Nissan Murano take a trip to Tynan’s Nissan Fort Collins where we have this model available. Our dealership is located at 5811 South College Ave in Fort Collins, CO where we serve customers from Fort Collins, Greeley, Longmont, and Loveland, CO or Cheyenne, WY.

The 2015 Nissan Versa Note recently included on Kelley Blue Book’s list of the 10 Best Back-to-School Cars for 2015. This annual list is put out each year right in time to help students with their back-to-school planning to help them find a new vehicle that will be the most efficient in transporting them to and from their classes. For college students, they will also need a model that is capable of transporting their belongings. The selected vehicles on the list have been deemed as the most appropriate for students by a team of experts from KBB. The 2015 Nissan Versa Note has a starting MSRP of $14,180* and is equipped with a number of standard features that include Vehicle Dynamic Control, Brake Assist, Radio Data System, Speed-Sensitive Volume Control, 12V Power Outlet, and much more. To learn more about the 2015 Nissan Versa Note and to check it out in person come to Tynan’s Nissan Fort Collins where we have this model available for all of our customers from Fort Collins, Greeley, Longmont, and Loveland, CO, and Cheyenne, WY. *All prices are Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). MSRP excludes destination and handling charges, tax, title, license and options. Dealer sets actual price.

Nissan has announced that three of their vehicles have been awarded in the 2015 J.D. Power U.S. Automotive, Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study.This study asked new-vehicle owners who purchased or leased a 2015 model from November 2014 - February 2015 to evaluate their overall satisfaction with their new model within the first 90 days of ownership. The owners evaluate their vehicles within 77 specific attributes and the scores are combined into an overall total based on a 1,000 point scale. 2015 Nissan Winners Include: 2015 Nissan Murano - First Place in Midsize SUV Category 2015 Nissan Altima - Second Place in Midsize Car Segment 2015 Nissan Frontier - Third Place in Midsize Pickup Category "Given its bold new design, the APEAL Study results showed that exterior and interior styling are by far the leading purchase reasons for Murano buyers," said Fred Diaz, senior vice president, Sales & Marketing and Operations, U.S.A., Nissan North America, Inc. "We are also extremely pleased with the strong showing of the 2015 Altima, which finished above its two main sales competitors in the segment with a 13-point improvement over the year before. Like Murano, Altima offers advanced technology systems at an affordable price point." At Tynan’s Nissan Fort Collins, we carry all three of models, so stop by our dealership located at 5811 South College Ave in Fort Collins, CO to set up a test drive if you live near Fort Collins, Greeley, Longmont, and Loveland, CO; or Cheyenne WY.

The 2015 Nissan Sentra has just a been named the number one Compact Car in the 2015 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study℠ (IQS) as well as earning an IIHS “Top Safety Pick” earlier in the year. The initial quality study determines its results on feedback received from over 84,000 purchasers and lessees after owning the vehicle for 90 days. Initial quality is assessed based upon how many problems were experienced per 100 vehicles. The lower the score, the higher the quality. The results were collected from February 2015 to May 2015. "In the very competitive segment of compact sedans, Sentra continues to separate itself with a strong combination of quality, safety, value, style and more," said Fred Diaz, senior vice president, Nissan Sales & Marketing and Operations. "Driven by owner feedback, the J.D. Power Initial Quality Study serves as an important benchmark for new vehicle quality, further demonstrating the worth of Sentra and Quest as top contenders in their respective segments." The clean, refreshing, and precise look embodies the Sentra’s more “professional” feel, aimed at consumers who’d like to drive a higher standard of vehicles than what’s usually available in it’s class. The wraparound headlights with LED accents and LED taillights paired with Nissan’s classic trapezoid-shaped grille add a nice touch. The interior only carries on the precise look and feel of the exterior through using materials not commonly found in compact cars. This includes features like a soft-touch instrument panel and door armrests, and available maple-wood-tone trim paired with leather-appointed seats. Providing a roomy feel with a compact exterior, the Sentra allows for everyone to enjoy a comfortable ride. With a 1.8L 4-cylinder engine, the Sentra FE + S model can achieve up to 30mpg city/40 mpg highway and 34 mpg combined, allowing for a driving range over 415 miles. With safety features like dual-stage supplemental front air bags, rear-seat outboard, occupants head protection, and many more, the Sentra strives for safety. Other available features for your convenience include a Bose® Premium audio system with 8 speakers, a push button start, dual zone automatic temperature control, and more, one of the six models available will perfect for anyone. We have the 2015 Nissan Sentra in our showroom here at Tynan’s Nissan Fort Collins where we serve customers from Fort Collins, Greeley, Longmont and Loveland, CO or Cheyenne, WY. Stop by and see us here at 5811 South College Ave anytime to learn more about this award-winning model and take it out for a test drive.

For the fourth year in a row, Nissan has been awarded the ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year - Sustained Excellence Award. The brand received this impressive recognition due to its continuous dedication to reducing greenhouse gasses and energy management improvement. Efforts that reflect this dedication include the use of more energy efficient LED lighting, repairs on compressed air leaks and the creation of a new environmentally safe paint process that has created a 30% reduction in energy use. Additionally, the Nissan Vehicle Assembly Plant in Smyrna, Tennessee was awarded its ninth ENERGY STAR Certification. These two recognitions from ENERGY STAR have helped to reinforce Nissan Green Program’s goal to reduce the company's carbon footprint by 20% by the year 2016. "Our commitment to the environment doesn't stop with changes to our own operations, but we also go out in the community to help others identify ways to save energy," said John Martin, senior vice president, Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management and Purchasing. "We work with schools in middle Tennessee and central Mississippi to help them reach their energy savings goals. Since this initiative began in 2012, we've helped about 30 schools make the esteemed ENERGY STAR certification list."

U.S. News has awarded the 2015 Nissan Murano yets again, this time presenting it with the award for the “Best 2-Row SUV for Families” as part of their annual “Best Cars for Families” list. A variety of vehicle factors that include availability of family friendly features, seating and cargo volume, professional automotive ratings and reliability and safety ratings were all used to determine the “Best” winners in each of the 19 vehicle categories. The 2015 Murano is equipped with many unique available features that make it ideal for the traveling needs of any family. Some of these features include 11-speaker Bose® premium audio system, oversized Power Panoramic Moonroof, Blind Spot Warning (BSW), Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), Around View® Monitor, Nissan Intelligent Key® with Push Button Ignition, NissanConnectSM with Navigation and Mobile Apps, Forward Emergency Braking (FEB), Predictive Forward Collision Warning (PFCW), advanced NASA-inspired Zero Gravity front and outboard rear seating and an 8-inch color display with multi-touch control. "When the all-new 2015 Murano went on sale in December, we were confident this vehicle would be among the best," said Fred Diaz, senior vice president, Nissan Sales & Marketing and Operations U.S., Nissan North America, Inc. "Featuring undeniable comfort, ample interior and cargo space, advanced safety features and so much more, experts and customers alike are now seeing in the 2015 Murano what we've seen all along – the all-new Murano is in an elite class, and we're ecstatic to validate this with another highly-coveted U.S. News award." Head over to Tynan’s Nissan Fort Collins located at 5811 South College Ave, in Fort Collins, CO where we serve Boulder, Longmont, Greeley and Fort Collins, CO to learn more about this all-new model today!