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This week is the official start of summer and that means you’re probably wondering where you are headed for the first road trip of the summer! If you’re not sure where to go, not to worry! This week’s blog is for you. We have listed out five special spots that are not too far from Albany that will be a fun-filled day with friends, family, or even if you just want to take your pet! So, take a look at that list, and be sure to stop in to see our team for a service appointment or test drive if your ride isn’t going to make it through the summer. Plus, check out our specials that will help you save a little bit of money. Alright, enough talk about service, let’s talk about your travels! Five Spots To Hit This Summer: Kaaterskill Falls - Cascade down two terrace-like tiers and take in the beautiful scenery that the falls have to offer. Standing at 200 feet tall, the Kaaterskill Falls is taller than Niagra Falls. The picturesque trail is easily accessible by road and other trails are available if you’re up to the challenge! Adirondack Park Region - Escape city life for a while and enjoy glacial lakes, waterfalls, mountains, and the beautiful wilderness that the ADKs have to offer. Just a little over two hours from Albany, the Adirondack Park offers hiking, canoeing, and more! The perfect camping place for a summer weekend road trip is waiting for you here! Pottersville Caves and Park - Most famous for their size, Pottersville features Stone Bridge, the largest marble cave in the entire country. Explore a billion-year-old formation on a guided tour or explore by yourself. Choose to rock climb or visit the area’s geological history museum. Ausable Chasm - From beautiful scenery on the hiking trail to white water rafting, the Ausable Chasm is known as the Grand Canyon of the Adirondacks. With gorgeous waterfalls that run into Lake Champlain, the Chasm is a majestic sandstone gorge with beautiful views when the sun goes down and you’ll be able to see the natural formations by moonlight! Catskill Scenic Trail - Less than 2 hours from the Capital, the Catskills offer a 100 mile-wide mountain region. Ideal for overnight camping trips, this area offers beautiful scenery and plenty of activities for the family! Choose to take on the 26-mile route of this trail and enjoy a hike, bike ride, or even a horseback ride through the trail! Venture In A Brand New Nissan!

Calling all Nissan lovers! Your dream Nissan is waiting for you, right here at Destination Nissan! The best part? We have brand new Nissan savings now available to ALL of our guests! Whether you’re looking for the all-new 2021 Rogue or the beloved Nissan Altima, or any other Nissan vehicle - Destination Nissan is here to make it a reality! Plus, we hold the Largest Nissan Inventory in the Capital District*, which means you can confidently shop knowing we have the Nissan you want most! So what are you waiting for? Take a peek below, claim your deal, and schedule your test drive now! Or stop into Destination Nissan to speak with a team member today! June Nissan Offers 2021 Nissan Rogue SV Lease for only $259/mo for 36 months* 2021 Nissan Sentra SV Lease for only $169/mo for 36 months* 2020 Nissan Altima 2.5 SR Lease for only $269/mo for 36 months* *All Specials Expire 6/30/2021. See Our Specials Page For Information. Snag Your Savings Here!

Buckle up for your next summer getaway with peace of mind! Destination Nissan is back for another week of Nissan savings for you! It’s a new month, which means we have new savings to share with you! This week we want to share our new June service specials with you! Servicing your vehicle is always important, especially during the summer months when you’re traveling a lot. To avoid any issues down the road, make sure your ride is in tip-top shape with Nissan service. Don’t forget to claim your June service special and schedule your service appointment online now! We hope to see you soon! June Service Specials Battery & Charging System Test Get for only $19.95* Includes: Battery test, charging system test, starter test 27-Point Inspection No Charge* Included with every service Car Wash Complimentary* Included with every service Express Oil & Filter Change Get for only $49.95* Includes: Change oil (up to 5 qts), replace oil filters, top off fluids, inspect for leaks, complimentary car wash Nissan Collision Center Take $100 off* deductible on any repairs over $1,000 Special Military Discount Take 10% off* any service Rental Cars Starting as low as $35/day* Detail Special Get for only $129.95*...Regularly $139.95 Interior and exterior detail Tire Special Take $25 off* purchase of 4 new tires *All Specials Expire 6/30/2021. See Our Specials Page For Information. Claim Your Service Offer Now!

As summer rolls in, gas prices are going up. It’s normal, more people are hitting the road for summer getaways, and that means the gas prices go up. We understand it is annoying, but there are a couple of things you can do to help save big on the gas bill. No, there is no magic place where you can get gas for super cheap, but we do have some tips to help you drive more aware which can help you save big! Many of us don’t realize that the way we drive our vehicles can burn more gas, so this week’s blog is dedicated to helping you keep that money in your wallet for things you really want. So check out our tips below and if you have any questions feel free to give us a call or stop in! Track Your Mileage In Real-Time Knowing what mileage you're getting in real-time compared to what you got yesterday or even 10 minutes ago is the new way to drive Most newer vehicles have this function and allow you to view it on your virtual cockpit For older cars, you may need to get your knuckles dirty by installing a vacuum gauge, which measures how hard the engine is working, or explore the growing world of DIY fuel-economy electronics Only Brake When Needed You might find that in traffic, not even stop-and-go traffic, that the pack was constantly speeding up and abruptly slowing down Do something different, when everyone starts going give yourself a 10-15 seconds buffer before hitting the gas and accelerating. If timed right you could coast right up to the vehicle in front of you as they are starting again without ever hitting the brakes. Drive Like You're On a Bike When you're headed uphill, it takes a lot more effort to maintain speed than it does going down, so give the car a break and let yourself lose a few mph on the way up.  Your car burns the most gas when it's forced into high-load situations, so try to remember what makes biking difficult and make those situations as painless as possible by laying off the gas. Plan Your Route Ahead Of Time Take the path with fewer stoplights, not as much traffic, and, yes, lower speed limits. Even if you save 0.1 gallons of gas each day, you'll save more than a hundred dollars per year. Avoid Rush Hour I get it, avoiding rush hour is a lot harder said than done. Most office buildings let out around the same hours and you can’t just sit there till the roads are clear. Well, try alternate routes. It might add a few minutes to your commute but will save you more gas than having to deal with stop-and-go traffic! Find Your Dream Nissan Here!

Summer is finally here and that means there is no better time than now to hit the road with the family and soak up the sun wherever your adventure takes you. Family road trips can be really fun; checking out famous landmarks, site seeing, and just enjoying good times with the family. But if you have little ones, you know that a fun road trip can easily be turned upside down when they ask every ten minutes “are we there yet?” So to avoid you pulling your hair out, this week we are bringing you some fun activities for your little bundle of joy to help combat their boredom. Take a few minutes to check out our list below and feel free to add any fun ideas your family might do! We also suggest you planning ahead and scheduling out when to do each activity so that you don’t run out too quickly. If your vehicle is in need of service before hitting the road, the professionals at Destination Nissan would be happy to help get your ride road trip ready! On the other hand, if you think it’s time to say goodbye to your old ride and hello to a brand new Nissan, browse our available inventory or stop into Destination Nissan today! Combat boredom by making your own “travel binder.” Fill it with coloring pages, word searches, bingo games, etc, that way the kids will be entertained with a handful of different activities. Another way to fight boredom is technology, whether it be a learning toy, an iPad to watch movies or play games, an iPod to listen to music, or even an audible book! Bring lots of snacks! Kids get hungry when they get bored which can easily turn into them becoming hangry/cranky. That’s the last thing you want to deal with on a long trip, so pack a good mix of healthy snacks and a couple of their favorite treats for when they get really antsy! Another fun activity is having a countdown. Kids love countdowns of any kind, so turn it into a game! Give them a time limit and an activity, remind them of how much time they have left, and watched them focus on finishing in time! This is perfect because it keeps them entertained, it lets them know how much longer till we are there, and it keeps your drive easy! For when all else fails to prepare a “Are we there yet bag? When you’re coming up on a near breakdown pull out the bag and tell them if they behave they get to pick a prize out of it! This will easily buy you another half hour and keep your children excited and entertained with what they might get next Find The Perfect Chevy For Your Family Here!

Summer is right around the corner, and there is no better time to upgrade to a new Nissan than right now! The best part? The market is currently facing a shortage of vehicles, which means pre-owned vehicles are in high demand right now. What does this mean for you? Well, it means that your current used vehicle could be worth more today than it was yesterday! Plus, Destination Nissan is looking to build our current pre-owned inventory and we’re offering cash* your current ride - even if you don’t buy from us! So, if you’ve been dreaming about a new Nissan for your summer road trips, Destination Nissan is the place to be! So value your trade and get your Kelley Blue Book Instant Cash Offer now and hurry in to claim your reward! Or talk to a team member to learn more about how to sell your pre-owned vehicle at Destination Nissan! Thinking about selling your pre-owned vehicle privately? The choice is yours, but below you will find a list of benefits of selling with a dealership like Destination Nissan. So take a peek, see which option works best, and give us a call if you want to learn more about selling your current vehicle to Destination Nissan - even if you’re not planning on buying from us! Save Time/ Get Cash Fast Selling your car to a dealer is the fastest way to get paid. When you take your pre-owned car to a dealership, you can be in and out of the door within a few hours. However, when you sell privately, it could take weeks or even months. Dealerships love buying and adding pre-owned vehicles to their lots because, according to Cox Automotive 2018 Used Car Market Report, about 70% of annual vehicle sales are used cars. Convenience Selling your vehicle privately can be a hassle. It involves advertising the car, detailing it, arranging times for potential buyers to test-drive the car. You must also do all the bargaining, and there’s always the risk that the buyer will back out at any time. When you sell to a dealership you’ll drive into your dealership, make the sale, and go home—how much easier can it get? It’s Simple Paperwork is a headache - so leave it to the dealership! Dealers will handle all the paperwork for you and the DMV, so you won’t have to worry about anything other than the price and signing your name. With a third party or private buyer, you’ll have to deal with all title transfers and bill of sales. Save Money With Potential Tax Breaks In most cases*, when you sell your vehicle to the dealership and buy from them at the same time (trade-in), you’ll save money on the sales tax of your new car. For instance, if you trade in a car for $5,000 and purchase a new vehicle for $20,000, you may only have to pay taxes on $15,000. Tax credits may also be available for select new vehicles, including hybrids and electric cars. Value Your Trade Now

Welcome back for another week of Nissan savings! Last week we told you about our brand new May service specials, so if you missed it and are in need of some service savings, head over there now! However, if you’ve had your eyes on a new Nissan, and you’re looking for a way to save big...you’ve come to the right place! In fact, we have brand new May offers that are sure to help you buckle up behind the wheel of a new Nissan just in time for road trip season! The best part? Destination Nissan is looking to build up our pre-owned inventory, so if you want to trade in your current vehicle for a new Nissan, you could get EVEN MORE SAVINGS! So, what are you waiting for? Take a look at our new May specials below and claim your offer now! Then value your trade and get your Kelley Blue Book Instant Cash Offer now! We’ll see you soon with your new Nissan! May Nissan Offers 2021 Nissan Rogue S Lease for only $299/mo for 36 months* $299 due at inception, plus taxes & a $650 acquisition fee 2021 Nissan Sentra SV Lease for only $249/mo for 36 months* $249 + tax & fees due at inception 2020 Nissan Pathfinder S Save $8,000 off MSRP* 2021 Nissan TITAN PRO-4X Crew Cab Save up to $10,000 off MSRP* *All Specials Expire 5/31/2021. See Our Specials Page For Information. Snag Your Savings Here!

Hello May, and hello huge savings! That’s right, your favorite Nissan dealer is back at it with huge service savings! We know that spring is the perfect time to get your vehicle into tip-top shape for all of your future summer adventures. We all know Nissan owners like to hit the road and see just how amazing their ride’s performance is, but it won’t be so amazing if you don’t take the time to service your ride and give it the TLC it deserves. So if you haven’t serviced your vehicle yet after the long winter, then this week’s blog is for you! Check out all of our May service specials below! Once you find the perfect one for your vehicle’s needs, be sure to print it out and present it at the time of write-when writing up! While you’re on our site be sure to schedule your service appointment using our service scheduler! That way you won’t have to wait longer for one of our certified team members to start work on your Nissa! Hurry in, we cannot wait to see you! May Service Specials Battery & Charging System Test Get for only $19.95* Includes: Battery test, charging system test, starter test 27-Point Inspection No Charge* Included with every service Car Wash Complimentary* Included with every service Express Oil & Filter Change Get for only $39.95* Includes: Change oil (up to 5 qts), replace oil filters, top off fluids, inspect for leaks, complimentary car wash Nissan Collision Center Take $100 off* deductible on any repairs over $1,000 Special Military Discount Take 10% off* any service Rental Cars Starting as low as $35/day* Detail Special Get for only $129.95*...Regularly $139.95 Interior and exterior detail Tire Special Take $25 off* purchase of 4 new tires *All Specials Expire 5/31/2021. See Our Specials Page For Information. Claim Your Service Offer Now!

Can you believe April is almost over? And if you haven’t serviced your ride there is no better time than now to do so! Why might you ask? Well, April is National Car Care Month, and participating in it might not be a bad idea, especially after the harsh winter your vehicle experienced! It’s no surprise that we’re going to tell you again how important it is to service and maintain your vehicle, but it is so true! If you don’t service your vehicle because you don’t want to spend money, you will more than likely spend money on repairs that could have been prevented by servicing your vehicle in the first place. A couple of weeks ago we told you about our April service specials, which means it’s time to SAVE while you service! If you missed out on last week’s blog, no biggie, just head over to our site and check out our blog section, or just head over to our service specials page and you can view and print out whichever service works best for you. So, don’t let your Nissan take a backseat this spring, and check out our service checklist below! Be sure to check off all the boxes to make sure your ride is ready to keep the good times rolling! If there is any maintenance below that you don’t feel you can complete yourself, be sure to print out one of our service coupons and head on in today! Car Care Tips For Spring: Check those fluid levels, all of them! From engine oil, power steering, brake, and transmission fluids...oh and don’t forget the windshield wiper fluid and antifreeze/coolant! Take a peek at your hoses and belts to make sure they haven’t been cracked due to cold weather and wear and tear. Check your battery to make sure the connection is clean, tight, and corrosion-free. Make sure to get your ride an oil change and have the brake linings, rotors, and drums inspected. Often overlooked, but important; be sure to check your exhaust system for leaks and damaged or broken supports or hangers if there is an unusual noise. Tune it up with a tune-up to help the engine deliver the best balance of power and fuel economy Check the heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, as proper heating and cooling performance is critical for safety reasons and interior comfort in the spring/summer months Inspect the steering and suspension system Check your tire pressure and tread depth to see if it’s time for a new set. Also keep an eye out for uneven tread wear, which indicates that your vehicle needs a wheel alignment. Check the wipers and lighting so that you can see and be seen Let Us Service Your Ride, And Save!

Spring is in full bloom and Destination Nissan wants to help remind you that it’s time to top off your fluid levels! Spring is the perfect time to get your ride back into tip-top shape after the hit it took from the winter months! Plus, if your fluid levels fall below the recommended line, you could find yourself breaking down, overheating, or get stuck in some costly repairs. So to avoid any of the above from happening, this week’s blog is dedicated to your vehicle’s fluid levels and what they all do for your ride! The best part is you can use it as a checklist when making sure that you checked off all of your vehicle’s levels from majors like engine and transmission to simpler features like windshield wiper fluid! Check ‘em all and fill ‘em all, that’s our motto this week! Get An Organizer There are many products that can help keep your trunk organized. The key is knowing what will work best for your lifestyle and having a designated spot for items. Shower caddies work wonders when it comes to storing a few small things or fluids for your vehicle. Bigger organizers can be utilized to store bigger items and/ or keep them from rolling around in your trunk. Keep It Out Of Your Trunk Don’t get in the habit of tossing things back there, keep unnecessary items out of your trunk in the first place. Items like your purse, reusable shopping bags, or other small items can be kept up front for easy accessibility. Keeping these items out of your trunk will keep them from spilling over or piling up. Contain The Mess Once your trunk is organized, try to maintain it. An organized trunk can guarantee that you’ll avoid spills, damage, and potential injury. Keep tie-down straps, pets, and cargo barriers in your trunk for those times when you need to secure something a little tighter or your pet is along for the road trip too. Must-Haves For Your Car While you are organizing, it is important to keep your vehicle equipped with a few certain things. Pen and pad of paper Cell phone charger Vehicle’s owner manual, proof of insurance, and a copy of your registration. First aid kit Jacket, hat, gloves, and a blanket Spare tire and jack, and jumper cables Have you had your eyes on a new Nissan? Look no further, Destination Nissan has over 300 new Nissan vehicles on our lot, which means we are confident we can help you find the right vehicle for you! We invite you to start your search online now, and be sure to check out our new April specials to have big on your next Nissan here! Find Your Dream Nissan Now!

Happy Car Care Month! Have you serviced your beloved Nissan for spring yet? Why should you? Because driving your Nissan vehicle should be a worry-free experience, which is why Destination Nissan is here to provide you with complimentary service offers to help you save big on your next service visit! Performed by factory-trained technicians, your vehicle will be thoroughly repaired - whether you’re looking for a simple oil change wiper blade replacement, or fluid top off, or a more complicated repair - you can put your trust in our team to get the job done. So what are you waiting for? Get your Nissan road trip ready and save big with our brand new service specials below! Once you’ve found the perfect special for your spring service needs, head over to our service specials page to claim/print your coupon! Then schedule your service appointment so you can skip the line later! April Service Specials Battery & Charging System Test Get for only $19.95* Includes: Battery test, charging system test, starter test 27-Point Inspection No Charge* Included with every service Car Wash Complimentary* Included with every service Express Oil & Filter Change Get for only $39.95* Includes: Change oil (up to 5 qts), replace oil filters, top off fluids, inspect for leaks, complimentary car wash Nissan Collision Center Take $100 off* deductible on any repairs over $1,000 Special Military Discount Take 10% off* any service Rental Cars Starting as low as $35/day* Detail Special Get for only $129.95*...Regularly $139.95 Interior and exterior detail Tire Special Take $25 off* purchase of 4 new tires *All Specials Expire 4/30/2021. See Our Specials Page For Information. Service and Save Here!

April is in full swing, and so is road trip season! Before you hit the road for some fun in the sun, it might be a good idea to ask yourself if your current ride is up for the adventures you’ve got planned. Or, maybe it's just time to give your current ride and upgrade! Either way, you’ve come to the right place! Destination Nissan just dropped our brand new April specials and we promise - they won’t disappoint! We have unbeatable lease offers on new 2021 models and HUGE savings on the remaining 2020 models! Plus, when you shop the 2020 Nissan Sentra Sales Event, you can score exclusive deals on the 2020 Sentra that you can only find at Destination Nissan! With so many ways to save, what are you waiting for? Take a peek below to see how you can save this month on your new Nissan. Once you’ve found the deal that works for you, head over to our site to claim your offer and schedule a test drive! We hope to see you soon! April Nissan Offers 2021 Nissan Rogue S Lease for only $299/mo for 36 months* $299 due at inception, plus taxes & a $650 acquisition fee 2021 Nissan Sentra SV Lease for only $225/mo for 36 months* $225 due at inception Includes taxes & fees 2020 Nissan Pathfinder S Save $8,000 off MSRP on all remaining 2020 models* 2020 Nissan Murano SV Save $9,000 off MSRP on all remaining 2020 models* *All Specials Expire 4/30/2021. See Our Specials Page For Information. Snag Your Savings Here!