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The 2016 Nissan 370Z Nismo Tech is a sleek and stylish sports coupe with fantastic handling and lots of power under the hood. The Nismo Tech comes with top-of-the-line vehicle technology to make your ride safer and more comfortable. Stop in and witness the beauty of the 2016 370Z in person at our Albany dealership. Under the Hood The 2016 370Z Nismo comes stocked with a specially tuned V6 3.7-liter engine that makes 350 horsepower and 276 pound-feet of torque. A six-speed manual SynchroRev Match transmission is standard. What this system does is seamlessly bump the throttle for you during downshifts and upshifts for better handling and smoother shifting. There is also the option for a seven-speed automatic transmission. The 370Z Nismo Tech will go from 0-60 in a quick 5.2 seconds. Standard Technology in the 2015 370Z Nismo Tech High-tech upgrades that you receive when you choose the 370Z Nismo Tech include a rearview camera, 7-inch color touchscreen-based audio and navigation system with voice controls and an automatic-dimming rearview mirror. More technology features include: Bluetooth phone and audio, CD player and satellite radio. The Bose sound system has been custom engineered for the interior of the 370Z and the rearview mirror houses controls for garage doors, house lighting and security gates. Exterior Features of the 2016 370Z Nismo Tech The aerodynamically designed 370Z Nismo Tech comes stocked with top-of-the-line exterior features to enhance your driving experience. Standard exterior features include: 19-inch forged alloy wheels LED daytime running lights HID xenon headlights Front chin aero deflector LED taillights Body-colored rear spoiler 6.9 cubic foot trunk Stop in to Destination Nissan and take the 2016 370Z for a test drive today! Our friendly team is here to help you and answer all of your questions.

Whether you work for yourself, a small company, or a larger corporation, the Nissan NV Cargo Van is the vehicle you’ll want to help you get the job done. The Nissan NV is easy to get into and has plenty of room for you to stand and move around, saving you from the back- and headache of working in a tight space. Whatever your work calls for in the way of tools, the NV can handle it. Inside you’ll have shelves, racks and bins specially designed for your line of work. Reinforced Cargo-Mounting Points allow you to safely hang heavier items and the roof mounting points are perfect for ladders. Learn more about what the Nissan NV Cargo Van can do for you in the video below.

The city of Albany has a history deeply rooted in Italian culture. Before the Nelson Rockefeller Empire State Plaza was established and eminent domain took over, Albany's South end was full of Italian communities that were forced to spread out and leave the area. Part of what was given to the community was their great passion for food, as you can see with so many amazing places to get a great Italian dish in the area. Below Destination Nissan discusses two fabulous Italian restaurants in the Albany area. Caffé Italia 662 Central Avenue For more than 30 years, the Romeo family has been delivering the tastes of old world classic Italian dishes to the community, which have been passed down for generations. Caffé Italia cooks every entrée to order and only uses the freshest, highest quality ingredients. A few of their most popular dishes include: Zuppa di Pesce, Swordfish Marechiaro, Fussili Seminerio, Veal Luciana and Sea Bass Antonio. Our personal favorite is the lobster ravioli in a tarragon cream sauce. The inside is small and cozy, so be sure to call ahead! D'Raymond's 269 Osborne Road Tucked away at the end of a small plaza in the suburbs of Albany County you will find D'Raymond's. All you have to do is say the name to locals and their eyes light up and their mouths start to water. The interior boasts of classic Italian charm, with mural windows, brick walls, dim lighting and smooth wood beams. D'Raymond's has received the “Capital Region Living Award” 2011-2014 and “Best of the capital Region Award” 2009-2014. They offer a wide range of Italian dishes from the classic Veal Marsala to the more diverse Scaloppe Alle Tre Mostarde (veal in a three mustard sauce). Enjoy D'Raymond's seafood, chicken and beef dishes and don't forget to top it off with a dessert and cordial. If you're craving Italian food, you can't go wrong with either of these beloved Albany restaurants!

All over the world, women are becoming a stronger presence in the work place, especially in manager-level positions. The percentage of women employees keeps increasing year over year thanks in part to programs like the ones that Renault-Nissan Alliance is putting forth. These new programs aim to recruit, retain and promote women in the workforce in an effort to achieve Nissan's goal to have women represent 14 percent of all management positions globally by 2017. One such program already in effect is Japan’s official mentoring program for women manager candidates. This program is available for female general managers and offers reinforcement on issues of strategy, leadership, and career advancement. Another current program is a workshop geared towards young women engineers and offers women advice on how to build a career before having children. And finally, Nissan continues to expand the "Ladies First" retail program in Japan. Consisting mainly of dealerships that are managed and staffed mostly by women, the Ladies First dealerships feature elements that hope to make the shopping experience more welcoming to women and first-time buyers. These dealerships offer stylish interiors, a nursing room, and a spacious area where children can play. For a look at a “Ladies First” dealership check out the video below.

U.S. September sales for the Nissan Division reached 111.562 units, setting a new sales record for the month with a 17 percent rise over U.S. sales from last September. Overall, last month was the Division’s best-ever September in company history. September Sales: Pathfinder sales increased by 16.5 percent with 6,203 units Versa sales increased by 49.5 percent with 18,053 units 370Z sales increased by 15.3 percent with 573 units JUKE sales increased by 16.2 percent with 2,108 units Rogue sales increased by 45.5 percent with 25,064 units Armada sales increased by 24.6 percent with 841 units Murano sales increased by 24 percent with 5,166 units NV sales increased by 35.4 percent with 1,437 units NV200 sales increased by 34.6 percent with 1,400 units Quest sales increased by 66 percent with 656 units Altima sales increased by 11.8 percent with 24,244 units Sentra sales increased by 13 percent with 14,196 units Frontier sales reached 4,617 units Maxima sales reached 3,871 units

Albany and its surrounding areas have seen a surge in fitness studios, running clubs, triathlon clubs and more in the past few years. Figuring out which ones are the best can be tough. Yoga studios are especially difficult to choose because the experience becomes much more personal and it taps into your soul. Destination Nissan has a list of two of the best yoga studios in Albany, run by owners who care about and take a personal interest in their clients. Good Karma Studio 3 Vatrano Road Jessica Lubin opened the Good Karma Studio in 2011 after spending time in Guatemala to build a bottle school. She had also lived in India for 5 months to receive intense yoga and holistic health training. At her studio, she specializes in Aerial Yoga, where participants do yoga poses using a swing suspended from the ceiling, with a final inversion pose. The swing allows you to go deeper into stretches and hold them for longer periods of time. Additional classes offered at the studio include: Beginner Yoga Gentle Yoga Forrest Yoga Hot Vinyasa Yoga Flow Aerial Strength TRX Cardio Barre Band Burn Method Key 2 Joy 145 Vly Road Owner Shannon Keyes Ciucevich specializes in Hatha Yoga in private and group settings for all levels. Her philosophy centers on establishing a safe, supportive and nurturing environment where healing and learning co-exist. Since 2010 Key 2 Joy has been open in Shaker Pine Plaza, and now specializes in hypnosis services for a variety of needs including weight loss, stop smoking, stress management , sleeping issues, nervous habits and more. Additional yoga classes offered by Shannon and other instructors include: Chair Yoga Svaroopa Yoga Gentle Yoga Qigong Restorative Yoga Visit one of these amazing yoga studios in Albany with beautiful owners and qualified instructors to melt all of your stresses away.

The 2016 Nissan Versa Sedan will be coming soon to Destination Nissan along with a new Research and Review page! Highlighting all the best features, the Research and Review page will save you precious time by eliminating the need for your to research the vehicle yourself. If you already know that the Nissan Versa Sedan is the car for you stop in and schedule a test drive or pre-order a custom made vehicle. We’re here for all of your automotive needs so stop into 770 Central Ave in Albany, NY 12206 today! Don’t forget to keep an eye out the new Research and Review page.

Nissan continued to pull ahead of the competition this weekend as the most decorated manufacturer in the SCCA runoffs. The brand won its 98th National Championship thanks to driver Greg Ira, of Plantation, FL, at Daytona International Speedway. "I got a good jump on the start," Schader said. "(pole sitter) Scotty (White) and I hit the gas at the same time, but I guess I got a little bit of a leap and managed to pull a couple of car lengths into Turn One, and then I just started pedaling as hard as I could to get away from those guys before they were going to eat me.” It appeared as though Ira would only finish second for most of the race. But near the end of lap 12, a brake malfunction struck the Porsche ahead of Ira which allowed him to cruise to a 19-second win with an average speed of almost 103 mph. "I'm confident we can win at least two titles next year," said North American Motorsports Manager Rick Kulach. "Mid-Ohio should bring out a solid contingent of Datsuns and Nissans in several categories, so I think we'll have a little extra to celebrate this time next year. Keep an eye on the Destination Nissan blog for more Nissan racing news!

The 2015 Nissan Xterra Pro-4X is a tough, off-road SUV with a distinct style you can recognize from miles away. The inside is versatile with plenty of space for cargo and passengers and the Pro-4X comes with extra off-road features for those who like adventure in their lives. Stop in and take the rugged 2015 Xterra Pro-4X for a test drive today! Power and Off-Road Features of the 2015 Xterra Pro-4X The 2015 Xterra Pro-4X gets power from a strong, 4.0-liter V6 engine that can make 261 horsepower and 281 pound-feet of torque. The Pro-4X gets four-wheel-drive and the choice of a six-speed manual or five-speed automatic transmission. Fuel economy stands at 17 miles per gallon combined city and highway driving, and the 4WD Xterra with an automatic transmission will go from 0-60 in under 8 seconds. Features of the Pro-4X that help it in off-road situations include hill-start assist, electronic locking rear differential, Bilstein shock absorbers, trim-specific 16-inch alloy wheels, off-road tires, skid plates and roof-mounted off-road lights. Standard Features of the Pro-4X Aside from the amazing off-road features, the 2015 Pro-4X gets so much more added to its trim. Standard features include: automatic headlights, roof rack crossbars, fog lights, trim-specific cloth upholstery, fold-flat front passenger seat, heated front seats, tilt steering wheel wrapped in leather, navigation system, automatic-dimming rearview mirror with integrated compass, rearview camera and a Rockford Fosgate 9-speaker audio system. Behind the rear seat backs you can store 36.3 cubic feet of cargo. Fold them down and it opens up to a generous 65.7 cubic feet. With the fold-flat front passenger seat, it is easy to transport long items like skis or a floor lamp. If you have any questions about the 2015 Xterra Pro-4X, stop in to Destination Nissan and our team will be happy to help you!

You'll never be bored when you're in Albany, NY. Whether just visiting or a lifelong resident, there is something for everyone to do in Albany. With fall here, it's the perfect time to get together with family and friends to chase away the end of summer blues. Here are just a few of the exciting upcoming events in Albany this fall: Drink Albany October 3 1pm-5pm 19 Quackenbush Square Drink Albany is the launch celebration for Albany Craft Beverage Trail. This event highlights the great variety of one-of-a-kind craft beverages made by local producers, such as C.H Evans, Albany Distilling Co., Nine Pin cider and Druthers. Stop down and sample delicious local beverages and excellent food provided by the best downtown restaurants and food trucks Albany has to offer. There will even be live music throughout the event! Mark Knopfler October 11 8pm Palace Performing Arts Center 19 Clinton Avenue Visit the Palace Performing Arts Center on October 11 and experience the sounds of the legendary songwriter and musician, Mark Knopfler. This tour is to celebrate the release of his new album, Tracker. Multiple Grammy award winner, Knopfler rose to fame in the 1980's as the lead singer for the band Dire Straits, and has released seven solo albums since. He has also worked on soundtracks for The Princess Bride and Local Hero as well as produced albums for himself and other well-known artists. Monster Mash & Bash October 24-25 11am-4pm NYS Museum Empire State Plaza Come to the NYS Museum to celebrate Halloween fun with toddlers and children up to 10 years old. Kids will laugh and have a ball with the spooky characters as well as do crafts, listen to spooky storytelling, dancing with DJ mystery, the scary spider trail, face painting, kids' costume parade and more! Have a blast at one of Albany's many upcoming events!

Nissan fans are sure to love this fun throwback look at the 1991 Nissan 240SX complements of MotorWeek and their Retro Reviews. For anyone who hasn’t seen a Retro Review episode before these are old video reviews that MotorWeek shot back in the eighties and nineties. They have been releasing these videos on their YouTube page as a fun look back for car enthusiasts and MotorWeek fans. Check out the video above to see everything that this sporty Nissan had to offer. The review takes a detailed look into the specifics of this model showcasing all of the standard and available features along with performance capabilities and upgrades. You can also see the vehicle in action out on the road when they show the test-driving portion of the review!

It's Showtime here at Destination Nissan and we would like to invite all of our customers from Albany, Schenectady, Latham, Saratoga, and Clifton Park, NY to take advantage of our current offer. Right now anyone who purchases a new Nissan vehicle from our dealership will go home with either a 40” HDTV or a 7” Tablet for free! We currently have a number of exciting new Nissan vehicles to choose from including the 2015 Frontier, Rogue, Rogue Select, Sentra, Altima, Murano, Pathfinder, JUKE, and Maxima. You can check out all of the available models through our Online Inventory and stop by and see us at 770 Central Ave in Albany, NY to take advantage of this incredible offer. Hurry in soon though as this offer is only good through the end of the month.