In the 1960s and 1970s, Nissan (then called Datsun) and Toyota were the two well-known Japanese automotive brands in the U.S. The general public largely viewed them as equals, almost like two peas in a pod. You may not often see Toyota get complimented in this blog very often, but one has to give credit…
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…
The Nissan Rogue is sandwiched between Nissan’s two all-new crossovers. Below is the all-new second-generation Kicks, which has impressed reviewers with its exciting design, available AWD, and overall suitability for its segment. Above is the equally new generation of the Murano, which has also captivated critics as it pushes the nameplate to new heights of…
As of this writing, there is a strong expectation of increased automotive prices resulting from widespread tariffs on imported goods. Even vehicles built in the U.S. are anticipated to see their costs rise due to tariffs on foreign-built components. However, Nissan has defied these expectations by lowering prices on its two most popular models. Dick…
The first modern all-electric vehicle sold to U.S. customers did not come from that company that starts with a “T.” Instead, it was the Nissan Leaf, which dates to October 2010 as a 2011 model year. It has the current distinction of being the most affordable new EV available in the U.S. It has already…
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…
The battery-electric SUV field is growing with new entries that promise space, comfort, practicality, range, and ease of operation. Nissan delivers vehicles that prove their worth every day, which is why it produced the 2024 Ariya electric SUV. We were curious how an Ariya does in our South Carolina backyard. With a Platinum+ Dual Motor…
The Nissan Rogue had its last complete redesign in 2021. Since then, it has received plenty of updates, including an all-new turbocharged 1.5-liter engine and an Amazon Alexa voice recognition system. Just last year, the SL and Platinum models became equipped with a 12.3-inch infotainment screen powered by a Google Built-in operating system featuring on-board…
On two-lane highways with curves or hills, cars will line up behind a slow vehicle. On four-lane highways and interstates, cars will line up behind the vehicle, passing the slow vehicle. If that slow vehicle is in the left lane, people will grudgingly and angrily pass on the right. Unless, of course, there is an…
Our lives revolve around so many things, including our pets. That is why we love our pets so much that we can’t live without them. That includes taking them along for the ride. According to a Pew Research Center survey, nearly two-thirds of Americans (62%) have a pet, and 97% say their pets are “part…
