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If you have the need for speed, you should consider getting a performance car from Nissan. Currently, the Japanese automaker has several speedy cars that can compete with the some of the fastest production cars in the world. Here are three of them.

Maxima

While it’s competing in the full-size segment, theNissan Maxima is smaller than many of its rivals. This sports sedan uses a 300-hp 3.5-liter V6 engine and a continuously variable transmission. With this combo, it can accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 5.7 seconds. The car is also one of the better-handling cars in its segment, offering adequate grip and minimal body lean around turns.

370Z

The 370Z comes with a 3.7-liter V6 engine that pairs with either a six-speed manual or seven-speed automatic transmission. All trims make 332 hp, except the NISMO, which produces 350 hp. The 370Z can sprint from zero to 60 mph in 5.2 seconds and complete the quarter mile in 13.7 seconds. The base and Touring trims come with an open rear differential, while the others receive a viscous limited-slip differential.

GT-R

Also known as “Godzilla”, theNissan GT-R is one of the fastest production cars ever made. It’s equipped with a 3.8-liter V6 engine that generates 600 hp in the NISMO trim and 565 hp in the other trims. This car can go from zero to 60 mph in an incredible 2.9 seconds and finish a quarter-mile run in just 11 seconds.

Nissan’s performance cars don’t only offer great speed and power; they are also reliable, comfortable, and loaded with advanced features.

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If you need a vehicle that can accommodate your large family, the Nissan NV Passenger is worth consideration. Also known as the NV3500, this van offers a lot of space, excellent versatility and practicality, and great performance. Here are three family-friendly features of the 2018 NV Passenger.

Flexible and Spacious Cabin

The Nissan NV Passenger has four rows of seats to accommodate up to 12 passengers. It offers a class-leading total of 324 seating configurations and six independent rear seats. There’s plenty of legroom and headroom for passengers in every row. If you’re planning to go on road trips often, you’ll like the van’s large cargo capacity. You’ll get 234 cubic feet of storage space in the standard-roof version and 323 cubic feet in the high-roof option.

Great Features

The 2018 NV Passenger comes standard with dozens of cargo mounts, eight cup holders, three bottle holders, integrated headrests, 12 rear heating and cooling vents, a four-speaker audio system, Bluetooth connectivity, and a USB port. Dual-zone air-conditioning, remote keyless entry, and navigation are available as options.

Advanced Safety Features

The NV3500 features a passenger compartment made of heavy-gauge steel and impact zones at the front, sides, and rear to absorb impact from collisions. It also offers eight airbags and a rearview camera as standard equipment, as well as a rear sonar system and vehicle security system in higher trims.

Besides being an excellent family vehicle, the 2018 Nissan NV Passenger is also suitable for work purposes. This van has above-average towing and hauling capabilities.

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Nissan trucks are known for their excellent reliability, versatility, and work capability. There are currently three models available: the Frontier, Titan, and Titan XD. If you’re planning to get a Nissan truck, the information below can help you make a better-informed decision.

Frontier

There are five trims, two body styles, and two engine options available for the 2018 Nissan Frontier. The standard 152-hp four-cylinder engine delivers 19/23 mpg (city/highway), while a more potent 261-hp 4.0-liter V6 achieves 16/23 mpg. The base S trim comes with a four-speaker audio system, Bluetooth, and a rearview camera. The range-topping SL offers the NissanConnect infotainment system, 10-speaker audio system, dual-zone automatic climate control, heated front seats, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel.

Titan

The Titan uses only one engine: a 5.6-liter V8 engine that makes 390 hp and 15/21 mpg. The base trim features remote keyless entry, Bluetooth, NissanConnect, and a four-speaker audio system. The top trim, the Platinum Reserve, adds leather-appointed seats, wood-tone trim, a heated and leather-wrapped steering wheel, and heated seats.

Titan XD

The Titan XD is available in five trims and three body styles. It comes with two engine options: the Titan’s V8 engine and a 5.0-liter V8 turbo-diesel engine with 310 hp. In the base trim, you’ll find remote keyless entry, Bluetooth, a six-speaker audio system, and NissanConnect. The most expensive trim for this model is also the Platinum Reserve, which offers the same features as the Titan version.

Whether you need a new truck for work, adventure, or daily commute, you can count on any of these Nissan trucks to get the job done.

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If you own a recent Nissan vehicle, there’s a good chance that it comes with the NissanConnect infotainment system. This system is an integrated audio, communication, and navigation system that works with your smartphone to provide a more pleasant and safer driving experience. It enables hands-free calling and texting, audio streaming, navigation, access to mobile apps, and a lot more. If you’re using NissanConnect for the first time, the first thing you need to do is connect your phone to it. Here’s how.

Connecting Your Phone to NissanConnect

First of all, you have to switch on both your smartphone and NissanConnect system. On your phone, go to “Settings” and select “Bluetooth.” If the infotainment system is equipped with navigation, press the “phone” button on it, select “Connect,” and then choose “Connect New Device.” If it doesn’t have navigation, push the “Setting” button on the system, press “Bluetooth,” and then select “Add Phone.”  After that, connect to “MY-CAR” on your smartphone. You’ll then see a PIN on the NissanConnect display and your phone. If the numbers match, press “OK.”

The NissanConnect infotainment system can be a very useful tool if you know how to make the most of it. It offers an extensive selection of features and apps to make traveling more fun and efficient, including Google, Facebook, Twitter, Pandora, iHeartRadio, TripAdvisor, SiriusXM Travel Link, Nissan Navigation System, and others.

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Black goes with everything and always looks sleek. Nissan creates a bumper to bumper black-out look with a special edition, available on most of their vehicles. The Midnight Edition is a package that offers upgrades and a truly beautiful car with a mysterious style. Find this edition available on the Sentra, Maxima, Rogue, Altima, Murano, and Pathfinder, and Nissan has extended this package to its trucks for 2018.

Color Options

Every vehicle comes with three color options to accentuate the midnight styling. Choose from Super Black, Magnetic Black, or Gun Metallic, and Pearl White or Glacier White. Color names vary depending on the model, but a monochromatic mystery look is the goal with each option.

Accents to Match

Midnight Edition styling runs throughout the exterior accents for a completely distinguished style. Alloy wheels are painted black in various sizes depending on the vehicle. Midnight badging featured on the exterior showcases this special-edition package.

Other accents include a painted black grille with a dark insert, rearview mirrors, with signaling on SUV and truck models, along with the door handles. Get black-accented LED headlights available on some models. SUV editions come with black painted roof rails, cross bars, splash guards, and step rails or illuminated kick plates depending on the model. Keep the style going on the interior with available Midnight Edition floor mats.

Head to Destination Nissan to experience the full package the Midnight Edition has to offer in person, and even take one for a test drive.

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The Nissan Pathfinder is the perfect mid-size SUV offering all the power, space, and capability you need with the available perks you want. With only four trim levels to choose from, finding the right fit for you is easy. Here are some features to keep in mind when deciding on your ideal trim level.

S Trim

Each level comes standard with a 3.5L V6 engine that creates 284 horsepower and averages 20 mpg in the city and 27 mpg on the highway. An 8-inch touch screen infotainment system offers hands-free Bluetooth capability. Choose between 2WD, 4WD, and automatic modes for the control you want in every condition. Keep the cabin comfortable with three-zone climate control and reclining second-row seating.

SV Trim

Add a remote start system, and increased visibility with fog lights and intelligent headlights. Have your vehicle exactly the way you want it when you enter with the Intelligent key system that will start climate control remotely. The rear sonar system adds ease to parking situations.

SL Trim

Get all the perks of the lower trims plus a hands-free liftgate and leather interior accents. Add to the safety package with smart cruise control and blind spot monitoring systems.

Platinum Trim

For all the top-of-the-line features, go with the Platinum trim level. Aluminum-alloy 20-inch wheels add style, while a Bose 13-speaker premium audio system adds superior sound. Also enjoy heated and cooled driver and front passenger seats plus LED headlights.

Stop by Destination Nissan to view these trim options in person and see which one fits your needs.

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Raise your hand if you’ve ever played the game. If you hear the words “The game” and that doesn’t stir in you a guttural reaction, perhaps even vague panic, you have not played the game. The game is very simple. Your car’s fuel indicator light on your dashboard flickers to life by way of a glowing orange E, and thus the game begins. How far can you go before completely and utterly running out of gas? In this game, there really are no winners…just losers and people who were lucky enough to find a gas station. Aside from the sheer humiliation of having to push your vehicle to the side of the road because your little car used up its last fumes of gas during morning traffic, there are a number of reasons to not let your vehicle’s fuel get so low. Here are three reasons why you shouldn’t drive around on empty – or close to it:

 

1. Wearing out the fuel pump

The gas in your car “acts like a coolant for the electric fuel-pump motor, so when you run very low, this allows the pump to suck in air, which creates heat and can cause the fuel pump to wear prematurely and potentially fail. This may not be an instant problem, but over time it is something that could have a costly, negative outcome, such as a couple hundred dollar repair.

 

2. Fuel gauge isn’t always accurate

Your fuel gauge is not an exact science. It’s more of a rough estimate of what’s going on in there. For example, E in your car could mean you’ve got 35 miles before you can’t drive anymore or it could mean game over buddy. The reality is, running on low puts you at risk of getting stranded or being in an accident when the car suddenly stops running on the road.

 

3. Sediment

Sediment from gasoline settles at the bottom of every gas tank. The lower you let your gas levels dip, the more the dirt gets stirred up from the bottom of the tank. This causes your car to use the dirtiest fuel in its tank. You also risk the dirt getting into your car’s fuel line and engine. If the engine clogs up with dirt, the entire fuel engine system will need to be flushed, which could rack up another hundred dollar bill.

 

So the next time you’re dipping below a quarter of a tank, choose life and fill up your tank. Don’t play the game. Better still, if you’re tired of having to fill up your car so frequently, stop by Destination Nissan and check out our wide selection of fuel-efficient vehicles.

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Albany doesn’t only have excellent commuter biking infrastructure; it also provides easy access to some of the best recreational biking spots in upstate New York. From city parks to mountain outcroppings, it offers a wide range of challenges for bikers of all skill levels. Here are three great mountain biking spots around Albany.

Mohawk Hudson Hike-Bike Trail

The Mohawk Hudson Hike-Bike Trail stretches for 86 miles from the banks of the Hudson River in Albany to Rotterdam. This popular bike trail has about 50 access points, including parking lots and roadside parking. It runs along local roads and a former railroad bed. Most parts of the trail are easy, with a paved or stone-dust surface.

Erie Canalway Trail

This multipurpose trail covers a distance of 39 miles from Albany to Schenectady. It’s mostly flat but has a few hills and inclines in the Capital region. There are many places along this trail that are worth exploring.

Thatcher Park Trail

The Thatcher Park Trail is located 15 miles southwest of Albany in the Thatcher State Park. Measuring about 25 miles long, it’s a preferred destination for nature-loving bikers. Along the trail, you’ll get stunning views of the Catskills, Adirondacks, and Green Mountains, as well as beautiful waterfalls. The trail has both easy and challenging parts.

There are many other good mountain biking trails in and around Albany. You may discover a few on your own as you explore the region. Put on your helmet, and head out to enjoy some beautiful scenery and fresh air.

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If you’re residing or vacationing in New York, you should consider going upstate to have some fun in the snow this winter. Home to some of the best ski fields in the country, Albany offers a wide range of exciting skiing opportunities for both beginners and experts. Here are three ski fields in the area that are worth visiting.

Whiteface Mountain

Located about 140 miles north of Albany, Whiteface Mountain is one of the most preferred destinations for advanced skiing in Upstate New York. It’s a regular venue for national and international skiing events. However, it also offers lessons to beginner skiers. This ski field features 87 trails, 11 lifts, glades skiing, terrain parks, and six restaurants.

McCauley Mountain

With a vertical drop of 633 feet, McCauley Mountain is situated about 140 miles northwest of Albany. Despite its small size, this mountain offers a diversity of skiing opportunities that’s usually only available on mountains three times its size, from long cruisers to double-back diamond challenges. It has 21 slopes and trails, two T-bar lifts, a double-chair lift, and rope tows.

Gore Mountain

Gore Mountain is a great destination for a family skiing trip. Located about 84 miles north of Albany, this resort offers 108 trails, 14 lifts, and six dining options. It also has advanced snow-making equipment spanning 98 percent of its total area to create the ideal skiing conditions.

Whether you’re interested in downhill or cross-country skiing or snowboarding, you’ll have no trouble finding a suitable ski resort near Albany. The city’s proximity to the Catskills, Adirondacks, and Green Mountains make it a perfect base for winter activities.

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