Nissan Pathfinder Celebrates 30 Years
The 2017 model of the Nissan Pathfinder marks the model’s 30th year in production. And just like any milestone birthday we wanted to take a look back at its history to see how it has grown and evolved throughout the years
First Generation (1987 to 1995) – The Pathfinder was a two-door trend-setter from Nissan that no one saw coming. Styled after the Hardbody pickup, the Pathfinder appealed to off-roaders thanks to its rugged body-on-frame platform. In 1990, two rear doors were added.
Second Generation (1996 to 2004) – The style of the Pathfinder became more aerodynamic and different than the look of the pickup it was originally styled after. More “family-friendly” features were added in 2001 and sales began to increase steadily.
Third Generation (2005 to 2012) – A third row solidified the Pathfinder’s standing as a popular family SUV. This made the vehicle more versatile by allowing for more cargo space or seating for seven depending on your needs.
Fourth Generation (2013 to 2016) – Efficiency was the name of the game starting in 2013. A fuel-efficient engine, LATCH AND GLIDE™ technology, and EZ Flex™ Seating System addressed buyers’ desires for simplicity in several ways.
For more information on the upcoming 2017 model bookmark our blog and look out for our Research & Review page or come by and wish the Nissan Pathfinder a “Happy Birthday” with a test drive!
“Nissan Pathfinder 1987 – 2017: A Brief History.” Nissan Online Newsroom. Nissan, 7 July 2016. Web. 19 July 2016.
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Learn All About 2016 Nissan Sentra Through New Page
If you want to learn more about the 2016 Nissan Sentra but you don’t want to waste a lot of time searching the internet for information then you will be excited to learn that Tynan’s Nissan Fort Collins has featured this vehicle in a new Research & Review page. This new page offers you all of the information that we are sure you are looking for but the best part is that we have already done all of the research for you and put everything together on one page for your convenience.
The page will tell you all about the five trim level options for the 2016 Nissan Sentra which include the S, FE+® S, SV, SR, or SL. Each trim level will be provided with a full breakdown that included performance options, safety features, standard feature sand technologies, and starting MSRP. A few of the features that you can find on this vehicle include Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System, LATCH System, Brake Assist, Integrated Key with Remote Keyless Entry and Trunk Release, USB Connection Port, Cruise Control, and more.
Tynan’s Nissan Fort Collins July Specials
Tynan’s Nissan Fort Collins has all your favorite Nissan models in stock here at 5811 South College Avenue in Fort Collins, CO 80525! Along with the No Charge To Charge Program, we have special offers on the 2016 Frontier, Sentra, Altima, and Rogue. We’ve also got offers on pre-owned vehicles and service and parts specials. So if you are looking for a new vehicle or just need an oil change to get you through the summer, make the short trip in from Fort Collins, Greeley, Longmont, Loveland, CO; or Cheyenne, WY today!
Coming Soon – 2016 Nissan Juke Page
Looking for a fun and exciting vehicle that is spacious, efficient, and fun-to-drive? Well then head over to Tynan’s Nissan Fort Collins and take a look at the 2016 Nissan Juke. This model is now available here at our dealership where we serve customers from Fort Collins, Greeley, Longmont, Loveland, CO; Cheyenne, WY so come by anytime and check it out. For more details about this vehicle, you will soon be able to read through the Research & Review page that we are going to be releasing which will feature this model. We will let you know when this page becomes available so check back here often to learn more.
Tynan’s Nissan Fort Collins is going to be releasing a Research & Review page on the 2016 Nissan Sentra for all of our customers from Fort Collins, Greeley, Longmont, Loveland CO; and Cheyenne, WY who are interested in this vehicle. This new page will provide you with a convenient place for you to go to learn all about the details of this vehicle before you make your way over to our dealership for a test drive. Look out for the arrival of this new page to learn more about this stylish sedan.
Happy Fourth of July from everyone here at Tynan’s Nissan Fort Collins! We hope that you and your family are all enjoying celebrating our Independence Day together! Don’t forget to check out one of the fantastic fireworks displays that will be lighting up the skies in and around Aurora, Denver, Parker, and Centennial, CO.
Want to take a test drive in the 2016 Nissan Pathfinder? Well then head on over to Tynan’s Nissan Fort Collins where we will be happy to help you get behind the wheel of this impressive SUV. If you would like to do a bit of research ahead of time then you should read through our newly released Research & Review page.
The trim levels on the 2016 Nissan Pathfinder include the Pathfinder S, the Pathfinder SV, the Pathfinder SL, the Pathfinder SL Tech, the Pathfinder SL Premium, and the Pathfinder Platinum and you will find a full description of each trim on this new page with information such as standard features, starting MSRP and more. All trims get their power from a 260 horsepower 3.5L V6 Engine and include standard features such as Vehicle Dynamic Control, Hill Start Assist, Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System, Advanced Drive-Assist® Display, Remote Keyless Entry, Push Button Ignition, and 18” Aluminum-Alloy Wheels.
Read the full Research & Review page for even more details.
Southwest Energy Efficiency Project Press Release
Colorado has strengthened its claim to being a national leader in promoting electric vehicles with the passage of HB 1332, legislation that is designed to make the state income tax credit for electric vehicles more effective at increasing sales of the alternative fuel cars. The bill makes two major changes – simplifying the tax credit and making the credits assignable, the latter allowing them to function more like a point of sale rebate. The Washington Post and Time Magazine describe this bill as making Colorado the best state in which to buy a new electric car.
Colorado already had an income tax credit in place for EVs through 2021. The revised credit is effective Jan. 1, 2017. This, along with a suite of supportive policies, has propelled Colorado into the top 10 states for per capita EV sales. In 2015, a hard year for EV sales nationally, Colorado bucked the trend with a 10% increase in EV sales over 2014. But the changes in HB 1332 should further accelerate sales!
Colorado’s revised alternative fuel vehicle tax credit makes the credits assignable, allowing them to function more like a point-of-sale rebate.
The existing credit is up to $6,000 per car, based on a complicated formula including battery size, the cost of the car, and the level of federal tax credit received by the buyer. It was too complicated for consumers to understand – or for auto dealers to explain to customers. It also meant that people buying more expensive EVs got larger tax credits, even though research shows that tax credits have a bigger influence on consumer purchasing decisions for lower cost EVs. The average consumer ended up getting about $5,000. HB 1332 makes the credit a flat $5,000 for anyone buying an EV (including plug-in hybrids with battery size over 4 kWh), and $2,500 for anyone leasing.
The existing credit already had one unusual and very attractive feature that was maintained under HB 1332: It was fully refundable, meaning that a consumer gets the full value of the credit even if it exceeds their tax liability. But the big change in this bill is to also make the credit assignable. This means that a car buyer will have the option to sign the credit over to the car dealer or financing agency and take an immediate discount on the sticker price. Effectively, this turns the tax credit into a point of sale incentive. Research suggests that the same amount of money as a point of sale incentive will stimulate significantly more sales than a tax credit that must be claimed the following year.
The concept of an assignable tax credit in Colorado was first proposed by SWEEP in 2014. The Colorado Energy Office championed the idea, drafted legislation, and worked with a broad coalition including General Motors, Nissan, SWEEP, hydrogen and natural gas vehicle proponents and the environmental community to pass the bill with broad bipartisan support (99 of Colorado’s 100 senators and representatives voted yes!).
Other Southwest states have more work to do to increase incentives to help boost sales of electric vehicles. Utah is furthest along.
Meanwhile, other states in the Southwest have more work to do to incentivize EVs. Utah is furthest along: That state adopted a $1,500 tax credit for EVs in 2014. It helped stimulate EV sales and brought Utah’s per capita sales into the top 10 states in the nation. Civic leaders recognize EVs as an important tool to help address big air quality challenges in the Salt Lake City area. The tax credit is now in effect until the end of this year. In 2016, the legislature authorized the state’s major utility, Rocky Mountain Power, to invest up to $2 million per year in EV charging infrastructure and customer incentives for EV charging. In order to ramp up EV sales in Utah, the state should extend the tax credit at least through 2020 and make it assignable to a car dealer or finance agency.
Arizona has a somewhat unusual incentive in the form of a reduced license fee for alternative fuel vehicles. On average, this is almost $4,000 over the lifetime of each vehicle, but only a small portion of this benefit is awarded during the first year of ownership. This makes the incentive less attractive and, as a result, less effective. Converting to an upfront incentive would spur greater EV sales in Arizona.
Neither New Mexico or Nevada currently have financial incentives for EVs. We urge both to move forward on this front.
“Colorado Hits the Accelerator for Electric Vehicles!” Sweep Livewire. N.p., 7 June 2016. Web. <http%3A%2F%2Fwww.swenergy.org%2Fcolorado-hits-the-accelerator-for-electric-vehicles>.
Nissan 4th of July Offers Are Here!
Celebrate with holiday bonus cash here at Tynan’s Nissan Fort Collins! Not only are we celebrating the official start of summer, and 240 years of independence, we are also celebrating the freedom to choose! Choose what? A new Nissan, of course! Whether you are looking for the sporty Maxima, the conscientious LEAF, or the imposing Titan we’ve got the perfect one for you. Visit us today at 5811 South College Avenue in Fort Collins, CO 80525 before these deals expire!
Happy Father’s Day From Tynan’s Nissan Fort Collins!
Don’t forget to wish your dad a Happy Father’s Day this Sunday and let him know how much you appreciate him! If you are feeling generous and want to get the perfect gift for dad check out our inventory here at Tynan’s Nissan Fort Collins! We hope you have a weekend full of family and fun!
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