Bay Ridge Nissan

Bay Ridge Nissan in Brooklyn, NY has a feeling things are going to be looking up for Nissan throughout 2012. How do we know? For one, we've already seen sneak peeks of upcoming new Nissan models such as the NV200 and the redesigned Nissan Pathfinder. Another bit of evidence pointing upward, however, comes in the form of some highly pleasing statistics.

Automakers are some of the largest champions of eco-friendly practices. With a wide variety of ever-evolving green technology, mainstream hybrid vehicles have transformed the average driver's role in bettering our environment. But here's the problem: not everyone is an "average" driver. Think about all the commercial vehicle operators and truck drivers who don't use the typical car. Nissan thought about them. And the conscientious automaker decided to open up this sector to a whole new world of low emissions driving with the Nissan e-NV200.

Rarely does one vehicle claim a significant portion of its respective automotive segment. Then again, rarely does one vehicle embody as many attractive qualities as the 2012 Nissan Versa. Built with the sub-compact consumer in mind, the Versa offers up the equivalent of an automotive "sweet spot"¹ with features like fuel-efficiency, added interior space and Nissan Navigation. Due to these factors, and many more, the model has seen awe-inspiring sales since its release.

When most consumers think FedEx, they think fast delivery. For the following two months, however, on-line shoppers and package senders in London will also equate the delivering service with green...green driving that is. Nissan has called on the company to help test out a fleet of all-electric Nissan NV200 vans.

Since its inception in 2010, the Nissan LEAF has prompted a substantial volume of chatter. Within its first shining moments in the world, the pioneering mass-market EV earned itself the "2010 Breakthrough Award" from Popular Mechanics magazine. Over the past two years, the LEAF has worked its way into countless conversations, received global recognition and even found itself the topic of several Bay Ridge Nissan blog posts. You'd think, after all that, we'd be sick of talking about it. But that couldn't be farther from the truth.

Ever strolled through the city and grabbed food from a casual street vendor? We at Bay Ridge Nissan are guessing the answer is "yes." No one can resist indulging in a food truck gyro or munching on a famous New York City hot dog. And with increasingly healthier options, such as all-organic food on the go, street-side dining is gaining even more popularity in urban locations. Of course, wherever there is opportunity for growth, Nissan can be found. That is why the automaker recently released two "scrumptious" new concept models.

Every so often, a truly innovative model is born. One such event occurred two decades ago with the birth of the Nissan Altima. Since that time, the small sedan has continued to capture American consumers. With over 3.6-million units sold, it has hit the top of the charts over and over again. Now, at the 20-year mark, the automaker has decided to honor the Altima with a celebration and special anniversary package.

While the Nissan Leaf EV may not be available immediately at Bay Ridge Nissan in Brooklyn, New York, it's more then well on the way. Since its launch in 2010, the electric vehicle has seen around 15,000 in sales globally with the market divided between Japan, Europe and the U.S. Numbers like this position the Nissan Leaf as "the first mass-market electric vehicle."¹

Since the wind and water of Hurricane Katrina hit Louisiana in 2005, Nissan has partnered with Habitat for Humanity to lend a helping hand. Happily, at this point in time the tide has ebbed a bit and the need is no longer critical. But just because flood warnings or earthquake readings aren't flashing across the TV screen doesn't mean Nissan has pulled back its donations. In fact, the exact opposite is true.

Nissan LEAF is headed to Ireland for the next generation of street racing. The classic Cannonball Run is headed overseas, and is running a combination of gasoline, diesel and alternative fuel racers riding during it.

In the 70's the Cannonball Run was known as a hazardous, renegade coast- to-coast car race, but today it is a less dangerous fundraiser to "raise money for Barretstown Camp, which caters to children with cancer and other serious…