Every now and then an auto manufacturer will get a notion to remake one of its models. Sometimes that works out and sometimes it doesn’t. In the case of Nissan, the plan is to take the Altima from the No. 2 position in its class to the No. 1 position, currently held by the Toyota [...]

Automotive technology is getting a lot more sophisticated. And I’m talking about more than just controlling your car with your iPhone. I’m talking about your car actually reading your mind. The manufacturer that is planning to blow your mind with this ability is Nissan. The company is partnering with École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne in [...]

At $25,430 MSRP, the 2012 Nissan Altima Sedan 3.5 SR offers more value than most sedans at the same price point. The engine block is a 3.5-liter 24-valve V6 with 270 horsepower put out at 6,000 rpm, 258 pound-feet of torque at 4,400 rpm, and a variable speed automatic transmission. For fuel efficiency, you’ll enjoy [...]

At just over $20,000 MSRP, the 2012 Nissan Sentra SE-R is a family sedan that carries on a solid tradition. The body style is as sleek as ever and it drives like a champ. The 2.-5-liter I4 engine puts out 177 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and registers 24 mpg in the city and 30 mpg [...]

For about 30 years if you wanted to buy a mid-size sedan, your best choices were a Nissan or a Toyota. That hasn’t changed much except that the 2012 Nissan Altima 2.5 S Hybrid has upped the stakes a little bit. Gone are the days when outclassing the competition meant adding cruise control and power [...]

The 2011 Nissan Frontier SV V6 Crew carries the Nissan pickup tradition forward with style. If you are a fan of the Nissan Frontier, then you’ll love the 2011 model. First, the MSRP is set at $24,670, which makes it affordable for most drivers on the road. Even if you weren’t a Nissan fan previously, [...]

The 2011 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SV is a state-of-the-art vehicle with classic Nissan features and clear modern upgrades. Its 3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve V6 engine puts out 290 horsepower at 6,400 rpm, clearly above other vehicles in its class, and 261 pound-feet of torque at 4,400 rpm. It includes a variable induction system with the trademarked [...]

The 2011 Nissan Sentra 2.0 SR carries an MSRP of $17,990 and a Yahoo! Green Rating of 71, which ought to endear it to environmental enthusiasts. The engine is a 2.0-liter I4 with 16 valves that registers with an EPA fuel efficiency of 27 mpg in the city and 34 mpg on the highway. Again, [...]

The 2011 Titan SV Crew Cab is a vehicle worth taking a look at, especially if you are a classic pickup lover. The double cab 4-door with a short bed has all the necessary components for any truck lover whether you want your pickup for work or pleasure. The pickup features an Endurance 5.6-liter DOHC [...]

The 2011 Nissan Rogue SV looks like a souped up station wagon, but it really is a nicer vehicle than the traditional family car. It fits into the crossover category – part SUV and part sedan. The Rogue SV is a competitive vehicle in a very competitive class. With an MSRP of almost $30,000, it’s [...]