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ALL-NEW 2009 INFINITI G CONVERTIBLE MAKES ITS WORLD DEBUT AT THE LOS ANGELES AUTO SHOW

Josh Clifton (Media Inquires only) — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 17:45:00 EST

LOS ANGELES (Nov. 19, 2008) – Infiniti today unveiled the latest expression of its “Inspired Performance,” the all-new 2009 Infiniti G Convertible, at the 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show. The first-ever Infiniti G Convertible builds upon the performance legacy of the Infiniti G line, with the liberation only a convertible with the top down can provide. It is scheduled to go on sale at Infiniti dealers in North America in the spring of 2009, followed later in other Infiniti markets around the world.

NISSAN INTRODUCES ALL-NEW 2009 CUBE AND 370Z AT LOS ANGELES AUTO SHOW

Darryll Harrison (Media Inquires only) — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 12:15:00 EST

LOS ANGELES (Nov. 19, 2008) – Carlos Ghosn, president and CEO, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., today announced a new electric-vehicle partnership with the state of Oregon, in line with Nissan’s commitment to begin offering pure electric cars in 2010 in the United States and Japan. The announcement came in a keynote address at the opening of the 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show.

ALL-NEW 2009 NISSAN Z: SCULPTED, ENGINEERED AND EQUIPPED TO SHIFT_DRIVING EXCITEMENT

Darryll Harrison (Media Inquires only) — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 12:00:00 EST

In the first full redesign of the iconic Nissan Z since its re-introduction as a 2003 model, nearly every piece and component has been rethought or redesigned – shorter wheelbase, greater use of lightweight body materials, new engine with more horsepower and improved fuel economy, a new 7-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters, a world’s first synchronized downshift rev matching system for the manual transmission, new high quality driver-centric interior and new available technology features.

2009 NISSAN CUBE SET FOR SPRING U.S. DEBUT; NEW ENTRY-LEVEL COMPACT COMBINES FASHION WITH FUNCTIONALITY

Darryll Harrison (Media Inquires only) — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 12:00:00 EST

In 1998, Nissan introduced the original cube, an aptly named box-on-wheels, to minor consumer interest. Perhaps, like homo erectus, the Cube was simply ahead of its time.

But times change, and so did the cube. In 2002, an all-new second generation Nissan cube was introduced in the Japanese market. More spacious inside, more glass outside, more power under the hood and, more importantly, a few more angles and curved surface details added to its compact, slab-sided exterior. Quintessentially Japanese, this new cube took Tokyo by storm. A pocket-sized fun-and-function cocktail mixing the charm of Godzilla and the wit of Mothra, buyers were smitten.

THE RENAULT-NISSAN ALLIANCE AND THE STATE OF OREGON FORM ZERO-EMISSION VEHICLE PARTNERSHIP

Alan Buddendeck — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 11:30:00 EST

LOS ANGELES, Calif. (Nov. 19, 2008) – The Renault-Nissan Alliance today announced that Nissan and the state of Oregon are forming a partnership to advance zero-emission mobility by promoting the development of an electric vehicle (EV) charging network. Portland General Electric (PGE) also is a participant in the partnership and is working toward the development of an easily accessible and reliable network of charging stations.

MOTOR TREND NAMES NISSAN GT-R 2009 CAR OF THE YEAR™

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 06:00:00 EST

LOS ANGELES, CA (November 18, 2008) /PRNewswire/ — Motor Trend (www.motortrend.com), the leading automotive authority and part of Source Interlink Media, LLC, a subsidiary of media and marketing services company Source Interlink Companies, Inc (NASDAQ: SORC), announced today the selection of the Nissan GT-R as the 2009 Motor Trend Car of the Year™. The complete report on Motor Trend's 2009 Car of the Year will be published in the magazine's January issue, available on newsstands December 2, 2008. Click here for more information.

INFINITI ANNOUNCES NEW SALES AND MARKETING BUSINESS UNIT

Fred Standish — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 16:00:00 EST

FRANKLIN, Tenn. (Nov.17, 2008) – Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today announced the creation of the Infiniti Business Unit, a new organization designed to maximize customer service and efficiencies in the luxury market.

Ben Poore, vice president, Infiniti Marketing, has been named vice president, Infiniti Business Unit, effective immediately. He will report to Brian Carolin, senior vice president, Sales and Marketing, NNA; and to Akihiro Otomo, Corporate Vice President, Global Infiniti Business Unit and Infiniti Product Development Division for Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. Mark Igo, currently vice president, Infiniti Sales, NNA, is on a special assignment until Jan. 1, after which he will leave the company.

“The creation of the new Infiniti Business Unit and the appointment of Ben Poore is part of our ongoing efforts to build the strength of the Infiniti brand in North America,” said Carolin. “Ben brings considerable experience to this position on a national and international basis, including his most recent position as vice president, Infiniti Marketing. His broad base of expertise will complement our management structure, while bringing fresh perspective and insight into this new, strategic role.

NISSAN TO DISPLAY COOPERATIVE INTELLIGENT TRANSPORT TECHNOLOGIES AT ITS WORLD CONGRESS

Colin Price — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 11:30:00 EST

Franklin, TN (Nov. 11, 2008) – Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. today announced that four advanced Cooperative Intelligent Transport technologies will be shown at the 15^th World Congress on Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS). The ITS World Congress, which is being held at New York City’s Jacob K. Javits Center from Nov. 16 – 20, showcases future vehicle-to-vehicle and vehicle-to-infrastructure communications systems.

NISSAN'S "ALL-AROUND COLLISION FREE" PROTOTYPE TO DEMONSTRATE ADVANCED ACCIDENT AVOIDANCE SYSTEMS AT ITS WORLD CONGRESS

Colin Price — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 16:00:00 EST

Franklin, TN (Nov. 11, 2008) - Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. today announced it will demonstrate its advanced “All-Around Collision Free” prototype vehicle – complete with two all-new accident avoidance technologies– at the 15^th World Congress on Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS). The ITS World Congress, to be held at New York City’s Jacob K. Javits Center, from Nov. 16 – 20, showcases future vehicle-to-vehicle and vehicle-to-infrastructure communications systems.

NISSAN NV2500 CONCEPT SET FOR DEBUT

Scott Vazin — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 09:00:00 EST

Nissan North America, Inc. today announced its Nissan NV2500 Concept, which makes its public debut in early January at the 2009 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. One of the largest concepts vehicle ever created by Nissan, the innovative NV2500 Concept previews the company’s entry into the North American Commercial Vehicle (CV) market in 2010 and is designed to highlight multi-purpose utility solutions in the real world.

NISSAN NV2500 CONCEPT