It is common for this blog to announce when a Nissan model earns a 5-star overall rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) or is named a TOP SAFETY PICK or TOP SAFETY PICK+ by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). That would be the case for…
How do you see color? Color entertains the eye. It attracts you to an object intellectually and/or emotionally. They can be influenced by nature and its beauty; both elicit a response from your soul. In an automobile, color enhances the exterior’s design. It can give some of the details – creases, shapes, scallops, and lines –…
In recent crash testing conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), the 2025 Nissan Murano earned its highest honor, being named as a Top Safety Pick+. This affirms Nissan’s commitment towards offering the safest vehicles on the road today. When you look at the 2025 Murano, you can see how it achieved this…
It is somewhat ironic when you think about it. To see behind you while sitting in your car, you have one inside mirror, two outside mirrors, and if it’s a 2019 model or newer, a rear camera. Many models will even alert you to something in your blind spot. You have all these tools to…
There are many vehicle awards, primarily for new vehicles, but J.D. Power has one that takes three years to earn. This makes complete sense because how can you award a vehicle for dependability unless some time has passed? Therefore, it is with great pride that Dick Smith Nissan of Columbia announces that the Kicks and…
Nissan’s redesign of its Murano mid-size crossover is not just a new look; it signifies a substantial shift in Nissan’s direction. This model has captured the attention of several reviewers, including Tom Voelk, a contributor for the New York Times and an Emmy-award-winning podcaster. Dick Smith Nissan of Columbia provides a summary of his insights. …
What’s the difference between four-wheel drive (4WD) and all-wheel drive (AWD)? Do they mean the same thing? Yes and no. While they refer to the idea that all four wheels can be driven when they need maximum traction, they work differently. Let us explain. In many cases, four-wheel drive is also known as 4X4. On…
It is clear that the response to the 2025 Nissan Murano has been extremely positive. This two-row SUV continues to deliver a premium experience at a better price than its rivals. J.D. Power agrees. They said, “[w]ith significant upgrades in its powertrain, technology, and features, as well as its comfortable, roomy cabin, the new fourth-generation…
The Nissan Murano was first introduced for the 2003 model year as a premium mid-size two-row SUV that gave everyone a special feeling inside while setting design trends on the outside. It is good to know that its original mission has not changed. The new 2025 Murano has been turning a lot of heads lately….
All of us at Dick Smith Nissan of Columbia anxiously anticipate the arrival of any new or redesigned Nissan model. It turns out that it is not just us. Named on Newsweek America’s Most Anticipated New Vehicles 2025 list are the all-new 2025 Nissan Murano and the similarly redesigned 2025 Nissan Armada. 2025 Armada Features…
