The first car to wear the Maxima name was introduced in 1980. Since then the Nissan Maxima has undergone one redesign after the next--but none quite as radiant as what Nissan has in store for us in the coming months. Nissan continued to give us quick glimpses of the 2016 Nissan Maxima; however, it wasn't until most recently that we got a feel for what the latest generation is all about.
Perhaps it's…
Here at Lithia Nissan of Ames we are big fans of the Nissan Rogue. It has a confident style, exciting drive, and keeps you comfortable no matter how long your drive is. But don't take our word for it. Check out the video below to see what drivers like you think of this vehicle.
As you can see, this vehicle is a great choice for all kinds of drivers. Its seats will keep you…
Every once in a blue moon, a new Nissan model comes along that simply takes our collective breath away here at Lithia Nissan of Ames.
And, that's exactly what took place when we set our sights on the Nissan Sway Concept that was revealed at the recent Geneva Motor Show.
As you'll see in the video below, the Nissan Sway features a space-age design that's led by a V-shaped front grille, boomerang…
Nissan has run perhaps the best campaign of the year leading up to the Super Bowl. Brilliant usage of social media has helped Nissan to avoid needlessly revealing their Super Bowl ad ahead of the game and spoiling the surprise. And now a TV spot has been released which further teases the content of the new ad. Take a look at the video below to see the latest teaser.
The ad definitely continues to highlight…
It can be difficult to distinguish an idea from an actual progression within the automitve indutry, especially since the great concepts are usually painstakingly guarded as secrets within the field until an auto show to put all the competition to shame. While we can only guess whether the newest rumor will come to fruition, we here at Lithia Nissan of Ames want to keep you in the loop. Now, you know that the racing style…
These days you might be surprised to learn that many of the vehicles produced by foreign automakers are actually assembled right here in the U.S. Since Americans buy most of the company's cars anyways, there is a lot of money to be saved by sourcing the parts and putting them together here in the States. In fact Nissan is currently celebrating the first production run of…
Big news for EV lovers this month; our favorite Japanese automaker has sold more all-electric vehicles this year than any other automaker and 2014 isn't even over yet! By the end of last month, Nissan sold 21,822 LEAF models in the United States, with between 2,000 and 3,000 sold each month, give or take. This makes sales up by 36 percent over the same time of the previous year, so we…
It's always good to be aware of what's happening on all sides of your car. That's especially true if you're like the guy in the video below, and you have an army of action figures trying to stop you from driving away. Lucky for this guy, he was driving a Nissan Versa Note that had the Around View Monitor feature, so he could avoid the toys and get away. Check it…
The academic year has started for many and if you're the lucky few who don't start until after Labor Day the clock is quickly winding down. We have seen countless shoppers come in looking for a ride that can fit the whole family, a new or used vehicle for their sixteen year old, or a capable off-to college vehicle for the older ones.
However, there are many people who are set with their current vehicle, but that doesn't mean they can't have a bit of automotive buying fun. At Lithia Nissan of Ames our parts center…
It's a sad time for uniquely-designed vehicle enthusiasts, as the Japanese automaker has decided to discontinue the Nissan Cube with the 2014 model year being its last. Of course, this doesn't spell the end for iconic design; quite the contrary, actually. With the huge success of the Juke under their belt, Nissan has stated that they'll continue on the path. Though a spiritual successor may not be in the works, they've…
