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Nissan is turning over a new LEAF (and more!)

Nissan is turning over a new LEAF for the 2015 model year–but that’s not the only model that will see some tweaks and improvements.  Here’s a run-down of a few more 2015 Nissans and what you can expect to see hitting the showrooms soon.

2015 380Z

• Sport, Sport Tech, Nismo Tech, and Touring Sport trim levels debut
• Retuned suspension
• Added standard features, including Bluetooth connectivity
• Upgraded audio system
• Black 18-in. alloy wheels on base and Touring models
• Updated styling (Nismo)
• Nismo now available with an automatic transmission

2015 Altima

• Improved fuel economy
• Standard navigation system and added safety features on 3.5 SV and 3.5 SL trims
• Revised interior color combinations
• Automatic climate control paired with remote start system
SL models add power passenger seat

2015 GT-R

• 600-horsepower Nismo trim level
• Retuned chassis to improve handling and braking performance
• LED headlights
• Quieter cabin
• Regal Red paint color
• Optional hand-stitched Ivory interior

2015 Leaf

• Morning Sky Blue paint color
• Text-messaging capability on upper trim levels
• Base models add b-mode
• Standard 17-in. alloy wheels on SV

Ford Fusion: July Best-Seller

Say hello to one of the top-selling vehicles in America!  July was a great month for the Ford Fusion, and it doesn’t come as a huge surprise.  After all, there are plenty of reasons to fall in love with the Fusion…and this is more than just a summer fling.

-Three new options: rear inflatable seat belts, heated steering wheel and cooled seats.

-Peace of mind: anti-lock brakes with panic brake assist, AdvanceTrac electronic stability and traction control, LED taillights, security system, eight-airbags, and a tire pressure monitoring system.

Well…just look at it:

The SUV that keeps you smiling: 2014 Nissan Rogue

When it comes to things going right with your vehicle, which of the following categories are important to you?

• engine/transmission
• ride
• handling and braking
• comfort/convenience
• seats
• cockpit/instrument panel
• heating
• ventilation and cooling
• sound system
• styling/exterior

 
If you said “all of them,” we can’t blame you.  They are all important factors when it comes to finding a vehicle that makes you happy– and  J.D. Power & Associates agrees.  That’s why the annual APEAL Study is conducted using the above factors as guidelines.  You deserve the best of the best– and the results are in.  Ranked best overall performance and design in its class for this year’s APEAL Study: Nissan Rogue.

Segment:  Compact SUV

Competitors Left In The Rear View: GMC Terrain, Chevrolet Equinox, Toyota FJ Cruiser

Never Dig Coins Out of Your Cup Holders Again!

Do you hate trying to dig coins and debris out of your vehicle's cup holders? We have the answer for you! Use silicone cupcake liners as inserts. Simply remove them and clean as needed. How's that for a car hack?

Make Long Trips More Bearable

Make road trips bearable with the Critter Cruise app! This app lets your grade-schooler manage his own virtual road trip across the USA while you navigate the interstate. Along the way, he can pick up hitchhiking virtual animals, take quizzes to earn gas money, and maybe learn a little math, history, and geography. It might even stop him or here from asking, “Are we there yet?”

5 Tips to Keep Your Pooch Happy While on the Road

1. You should bring your own water from home.  Dogs have sensitive stomachs and water from unfamiliar places can easily cause an upset tummy for your pup.
2. Plan ahead for any medication your pooch might need while you’re traveling.  If you are able to pack extras, do so.
3. It’s always smart to bring a blanket that smells like home– people aren’t the only ones who get homesick!
4. Get your dog used to being on the road by taking him on a few short drives in the days approaching the big trip.
5. Make sure he’s micro-chipped.  Hit the road with the peace of mind that if the worst does happen, you won’t be caught unprepared. 

You already know this, but we must remind you: NEVER leave your dog in your car unattended.  This is especially important during the sizzling months of summer.