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The Top Safety Pick and Top Safety Pick+ awards from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) have been presented and three Nissan vehicles have earned the highest-possible Pick+ rating. With the new rating system, all three vehicles had to earn a “Good” rating in the overlap front, moderate overlap front, side and roof strength IIHS crash tests; offer a front crash prevention system that earns an “Advanced” or “Superior” rating; and earn an “Acceptable” or better rating for headlight visibility. The three models that earned this rating were the 2017 Nissan Altima, Maxima, and Rogue. "Nissan is proud to have many of our North American-built vehicles recognized by IIHS for vehicle safety," said Michael Bunce, vice president, Product Strategy and Planning, Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA). "As a full-line manufacturer, Nissan places the safety and security of Nissan vehicle owners and their passengers as its top priority. Considering that 85-percent of the vehicles we sell in the U.S. are assembled in North America, we are gratified to see the company's long-term investment in safety yielding results in these key vehicles receiving high marks from IIHS." Head on over to Loughead® Nissan to take a test drive in the 2017 Nissan Altima, Maxima, or Rogue and drive home in one of the safest vehicles in the Nissan lineup! "2017 Nissan Altima, Maxima and Rogue Earn Top Safety Pick Plus Ratings from IIHS." Nissan Online Newsroom. N.p., 08 Dec. 2016. Web. 08 Dec. 2016. <http://nissannews.com/en-US/nissan/usa/releases/2017-nissan-altima-maxima-and-rogue-earn-top-safety-pick-plus-ratings-from-iihs>.

Ever wondered just how effective the Nissan Intelligent Around View Monitor (AVM) system is at helping drivers to navigate. Well, the brand put the capabilities of this system to the test in an attempt to set a new world record for the first-ever “blind” J-turn. For this stunt, Nissan used the all-new JUKE and the talents of stunt driver Paul Swift and presented him with the challenge of completing a full 180-degree J-turn with all of the JUKE’s windows completely blacked out. This meant that he would only be able to use the AVM system to help him see where he was going in order to successfully complete the turn while remaining inside the preset boundaries that were only 18cm (7 inches) longer than JUKE. "This stunt is the perfect demonstration of the Nissan brand promise – Innovation that Excites," said Stewart Callegari, general manager for Advanced Planning, Nissan Europe. "That promise is all about developing technology to make drivers' lives simpler and safer, and Around View Monitor does just that." Watch the below to see the AVM system put to the ultimate test as Swift performs this record-setting stunt! "Nissan JUKE Uses Onboard Cameras to Set World-first 'blind' J-turn Record." Nissan Online Newsroom. N.p., 07 Dec. 2016. Web. 08 Dec. 2016. <http://nissannews.com/en-US/nissan/usa/releases/nissan-juke-uses-onboard-cameras-to-set-world-first-blind-j-turn-record>.

College football is a world that is full of passion and tradition in the players, coaches, but mostly, in the fans. Fans are what fuel sports and the passion and excitement that they bring to each game creates an energy that is felt throughout the stadium and the players on the field. Over the years, teams and universities everywhere have developed their own unique traditions that they take part in that help to keep the spirit of the game alive and make the experience more exciting for the fans. As the Official Sponsor of 100 college and university athletic programs Nissan is putting a spotlight on several of these traditions through their new video series “Fan-Fueled Traditions”. This series will include 20 videos that each feature the team/fans of a different university and the unique tradition that they take part in that has become part of their legacy. "Each of these films stars real fans capturing the unique character, passion and heritage important to collegiate sports," said Jeremy Tucker, vice president, Marketing Communications and Media, Nissan North America. "Nissan proudly extends our sponsorship of college athletics to celebrate the fans who support student-athletes at universities nationwide through the excitement of game day traditions." The videos on the Nissan YouTube page beginning now and continuing throughout the first quarter of 2017. You can view two of the first released videos below and be sure to look out for more. "Nissan Offers an Insider's Look at Famous Traditions Celebrating College Sports." Nissan Online Newsroom. N.p., 2 Dec. 2016. Web. 06 Dec. 2016. <http://nissannews.com/en-US/nissan/usa/releases/nissan-offers-an-insider-s-look-at-famous-traditions-celebrating-college-sports>.

A new November sales record has been set by Nissan Division after achieving a monthly total of 103,024 units sold. This also represents an 8.0 percent increase over total sales from November 2015. New November sales records were also achieved by the Murano and Rogue. Murano sales were up 36.1 percent to reach 7,589 units and Rogue sales were up 18 percent to reach 26,629 units. Additionally, the Armada and TITAN reported some notable year-over-year sales increases. Armada sales increased 114 percent to end the month with 1,738 units sold and TITAN sales increased by a whopping 363 percent to end the month with 3,329 units sold. November Totals: Sales of the Pathfinder were up 15.0 percent to reach 6,421 units Sales of the 370Z reached 340 units Sales of the Altima reached 20,039 units Sales of the Versa reached 7,930 units Sales of the Frontier reached 5,105 units Sales of the Maxima came to 3,908 units Sales of the Sentra came to 14,168 units Sales of the Juke reached 1,215 units "Nissan Group Reports November 2016 U.S. Sales." Nissan Online Newsroom. N.p., 1 Dec. 2016. Web. 05 Dec. 2016. <http://nissannews.com/en-US/nissan/usa/releases/nissan-group-reports-november-2016-u-s-sales>.

The holiday season is all about giving and Nissan is looking to share in the spirit of the season by teaming up with Toys for Tots! As part of the gift-giving season and Nissan’s promotion of Star Wars, Nissan is looking to fill Santa’s bag with Star Wars toys that will be provided to children in need. Right now, anyone who wishes to participate in the “battle for good” can visit the Nissan Rogue Toy Drive Amazon Wish List and select from hundreds of toys that are available. Then, for every toy that is donated Nissan will match the donation, giving away up to $150,000 in toys and/or cash to support the effort of Toys for Tots! "Nissan's alliance with Lucasfilm and Star Wars reminds us that everybody has the choice to be a hero, and the holidays are a time when many children can benefit from the generosity of everyday heroes," said Jeremy Tucker, vice president, Marketing Communications & Media, Nissan North America, Inc. "This toy drive is a way of bringing the magic and excitement of Star Wars to kids, so that they may experience the joy of Christmas and a message of hope." "Nissan Makes Holiday Magic with Star Wars: Force for Change Amazon Wish List." Nissan Online Newsroom. N.p., 28 Nov. 2016. Web. 30 Nov. 2016. <http://nissannews.com/en-US/nissan/usa/releases/nissan-makes-holiday-magic-with-star-wars-force-for-change-amazon-wish-list>.

MotorWeek has released yet other of their famous Retro Review videos and this time that are taking us back to the 80’s with a look at the 1986 Nissan Stanza Wagon. It has been thirty years since this model was first released and it is safe to say that SUVs and crossovers have come a long way in that time. Still, when this model was first released, it was a big step forward for the brand as it offered a vehicle that provided increased interior and cargo space thanks to a lack of pillars separating the front and back as well as van side sliding doors which were a big advancement for a personal vehicle at the time. Hear even more about this model in the full Retro Review which you can see in the video below!

If you are looking for a great deal on a new Nissan then now is the time to head on over to Loughead® Nissan to participate in our Year End Event! Right now we have amazing offers available on new Nissan models such as the 2017 Nissan Pathfinder, Altima, Rogue, and more! Plus, all of these models are available with our 33-minute delivery! If you live near Swarthmore, Philadelphia, Drexel Hill, PA; Wilmington DE; and Concordville PA and you want to start the new year with a new Nissan then head on over to our dealership and find out more about all of these incredible savings offers. Our staff will be here to assist you every step of the way and get you behind the wheel for a test drive in any one of our stylish new Nissan vehicles! Head on over to see us here at 755 S. Chester Rd, RT 320 in Swarthmore, PA 19081 today and find out how you can drive home in a new Nissan just in time for the holidays!

Loughead® Nissan would like to extend our sincerest Happy Thanksgiving wishes to everyone who lives near Swarthmore, Philadelphia, Drexel Hill, PA; Wilmington DE; and Concordville PA. Hopefully you are spending today surrounded by family and friends while you enjoy some delicious food and gear up for Black Friday shopping tomorrow. Be sure to make us one of your stops while you are out and about tomorrow!

Want to head into the holidays with a brand new 2016 Nissan Sentra, Altima, Rogue, Versa, Frontier, Murano, Juke or NV200? How about a 2017 Nissan Pathfinder or Maxima? If any of these sound like the model that you have been looking for, then you are in luck! We have New Vehicle Specials available for each of these models and all you have to do is head on over to Loughead® Nissan before 12/2/16 to take advantage of these offers. Make your way over to our dealership today to learn more about the details of each of these offers and to take any of these models out for a test drive to see if it is the one for you!

The Nissan Division has announced that their total sales for the month of October reached 102,312 units bringing their year-to-date total up to 1,188,561 units. The YTD total is a full 5.0 percent higher than where the brand stood for total sales as of the end of October 2015. October was a record-setting sales month for the Murano as the brand reported sales up 100 percent over last year to end with 10,701 units. High year-over-year increases were also reported for the Frontier, Armada, and TITAN. Frontier sales increased 33.6 percent with 6,364 units, Armada sales increased 79.4 percent with 1,740 units, and TITAN sales increased 260.7 percent with 3,181 units. Additional October Highlights: Maxima sales came to 3,908 units Sentra sales came to 14,168 units LEAF sales increased 14.1 percent with 1,412 units 370Z sales came to 400 units Pathfinder sales increased 15.0 percent with 6,421 units "Nissan Group Reports October 2016 U.S. Sales." Nissan Online Newsroom. N.p., 1 Nov. 2016. Web. 04 Nov. 2016. <http://nissannews.com/en-US/nissan/usa/releases/nissan-group-reports-october-2016-u-s-sales>.

Interested in the 2017 Nissan Pathfinder? Well if you are, then good news because not only does Loughead® Nissan have this new model available here at our dealership but we will soon have a Research & Review page featuring it available under our “Research” tab. If you are interested in learning about all of the exciting features that this brand new model has to offer then we suggest you look out for the arrival of this page which will be available soon. Keep checking back here for information on its release and stop by our dealership for a test drive if you live near Swarthmore, Philadelphia, Drexel Hill, PA; Wilmington DE; and Concordville PA.

In honor of the incredible sacrifices that all veterans have made for our nation, Loughead® Nissan wants to take a moment to extend our sincerest thank you for your service and all that you have done to protect our country and our freedom. We honor you today while also remembering all of those who have made the ultimate sacrifice as we think of them and their families.