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It may look compact on the outside but the 2015 Nissan Sentra offers huge satisfaction in a small sedan body. On the outside, it's all smooth curves and bold design to draw you in and, between the doors, you'll be thrilled to find that leg, shoulder, and head space allows even your tallest friends to fit inside with room to spare. And, as the driver, you'll discover that even the bumpiest roads…

There's no denying that the 2016 Nissan Maxima is a natural beauty. And, while everyone can appreciate the natural beauty of the Maxima, sometimes, a little extra flash here and there is necessary. That's why, at Lithia Nissan of Ames, we make sure to carry a comprehensive inventory of genuine Nissan accessories designed specifically for the all-new Maxima. Check out some of the attractive accessories we currently have available in the short video…

The announcement of the new 2016 Nissan Maxima brought about a new direction for the long-running model, ushering in an era of performance and adrenaline-fueled thrills for driving enthusiasts. Of course, one could just assume it was all talk, but Nissan set out to prove the dominance of the Maxima and in doing so, took on some of the toughest competitors in Buttonwillow Raceway Park.

Taking on a BMW 3-series, Audi A4, and Acura TLX…

It's never okay to text while driving but, this Mother's Day, our favorite Japanese automaker wants to make it a special point by promoting their Promise Your Mom campaign. In a recent ad from Nissan, Adam Levine and Blake Shelton from The Voice remind us that nobody loves us like our moms do, so mark your thumb red and make a video promise to your mom that you won't check your phone…

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…

Choosing the right crossover takes more than counting seatbelts. An ideal family ride needs all the quirks to ease the drive. Comfort, safety and entertainment all fall under this desired umbrella. Simply put, there is a lot to think about when in the market for a new crossover.  Allow us at Lithia Nissan of Ames make a suggestion.  Consider making the latest generation of the Nissan Murano yours.

Twelve years has done the Nissan Murano…

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…

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That’s the sound of mud sucking your tires down. Whrrr! Whrrrr! Now your tires are spinning out helplessly, digging themselves deeper holes to be stuck in. Now you're trapped. We probably shouldn't write down the sound that you're making right now.

Things might have gone differently if you were driving a Nissan Rogue. This video sums up what if feels like to be the driver of a Rogue when it…