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Nissan pushes beyond camper vans with factory 4WD overnight wagon

Nissan's $14K tiny camper unleashes mega versatility via garage staple

Third-generation Nissan Juke goes fully electric on CMF-EV platform

Nissan has unveiled the third generation of its Juke compact crossover as a fully electric vehicle, marking the first time the model has been offered with an all-electric powertrain. The reveal took p…

Nissan reveals 2027 Rogue Hybrid e-Power and confirms Xterra will return in 2028

Nissan held a global media event on April 13, 2026, previewing the all-new 2027 Rogue with its e-Power hybrid powertrain and confirming the return of the Xterra nameplate to the U.S. market after more…

The best EVs for new drivers in 2026

Getting your first car is a big deal. Getting your first electric car? That's even more exciting. EVs are quiet, smooth, and surprisingly simple to drive. There are no gear shifts, no stalling out, an…

Nissan recalls 51 MY2026 Leaf EVs over battery fire risk

Nissan North America has filed a voluntary safety recall covering 51 model year 2026 Nissan Leaf electric vehicles due to a manufacturing defect that could cause the high-voltage battery to catch fire…

The worst selling new cars: March 2026

America’s slowest-selling cars — March 2026 Photo credit: Jonathan Weiss / Shutterstock.com The following slideshow highlights the 10 slowest-selling vehicles in the United States based on market days…

Here’s how much a 2020 Nissan Leaf has depreciated after 5 years

The Nissan Leaf is the elder statesman of the modern EV era. It walked so Tesla could run. It normalized the idea of plugging your car into the wall. But by 2020, the second-generation Leaf was in a w…

Nissan Ariya and Ariya Nismo receive comfort and usability upgrades in Japan

Nissan has announced a minor update to the Ariya electric crossover and the Ariya Nismo performance variant for the Japanese market. The revised Nissan Ariya will go on sale in Japan on February 20, w…

Why the humble kei car is actually the most important EV on the planet right now

The automotive landscape in Japan is undergoing a quiet yet significant transformation, reshaping how the country moves. For decades, the kei car has been the backbone of Japanese transportation. Stri…

The worst selling new cars: December 2025

Slowest-selling cars in America, December 2025 Photo credit: Tesla This slideshow summarizes the 10 slowest-selling new vehicles in the United States for December 2025, based on market days' supply. M…

There ain’t no engineering like badge engineering

As we careen towards the end of November, we start the infamous LA Auto Show week. Auto shows aren’t what they used to be (unless it’s in Tokyo), and there are a few announcements ahead of the show. T…

Nissan introduces 2026 Rogue Plug-in Hybrid with three-row seating

Nissan is adding a plug-in hybrid variant to its U.S. lineup with the introduction of the 2026 Rogue Plug-in Hybrid. The model represents the brand’s first plug-in hybrid offered in the American marke…

How Nissan adapted the Rogue for its first plug-in hybrid powertrain

2026 Rogue plug-in hybrid introduces Nissan’s new electrified flagship Photo credit: Nissan The 2026 Nissan Rogue Plug-in Hybrid Platinum represents the launch of the brand’s first plug-in hybrid powe…

The worst selling new cars: November 2025

America’s slowest-selling cars in November Photo credit: Sheila Fitzgerald / Shutterstock.com In November 2025, several vehicles lingered on dealer lots far longer than the industry average. Using dat…

The least safe EVs to drive in 2025

The least safe EVs you can buy in 2025 Photo credit: Karolis Kavolelis / Shutterstock.com Electric vehicles are generally among the safest vehicles on the road, with low centers of gravity, advanced d…

Leaf or Bolt? How Nissan and Chevrolet are redefining budget EVs

Affordable EVs are getting interesting Photo credit: Nissan / Chevrolet As automakers push electric vehicles into the mainstream, two familiar nameplates are defining what affordable electric mobility…

The 2026 Nissan Leaf is the most important EV of this year

The 2026 Nissan Leaf is the third generation of the nameplate, with the original Leaf being the first affordable mass-market EV of the modern era. The updated car is truly a new car, riding on the sam…

The worst selling new cars in California: September 2025

California’s slowest-selling cars in September 2025 Photo credit: Chris Allan / Shutterstock.com While some models fly off dealer lots, others struggle to find buyers. Using market days supply — the t…

Do I need a CCS adapter for my 2026 Nissan Leaf

For the model year 2026, the Nissan Leaf enters its third generation. It's built atop the Nissan Ariya platform, and is the first true modern EV since the introduction of the car. It also has a native…

Has Nissan figured out affordable EVs?

Earlier this year, Nissan announced that it would be introducing the 3rd generation Leaf to customers later this year. I wrote in Ars Technica at the time that pricing is going to make or break the ve…

Third-generation Nissan Leaf priced at $31,485 for 303 miles of range

Nissan has announced pricing for the third-generation 2026 Leaf, which will go on sale in the United States this fall. The new model introduces revised styling, additional technology, expanded range, …

The slowest selling cars of August 2025

These cars are stuck in the slow lane Photo credit: Shutterstock.com With hundreds—or even thousands—sitting on lots, these vehicles aren’t finding buyers. Whether it’s high prices, low demand, or sti…

2026 Nissan Leaf charging explained

The new 2026 Nissan Leaf has an interesting, and possibly confusing, setup for charging it. Unlike many EVs, there are two charging ports on the car. While some do have a two-port arrangement, like th…

The slowest selling cars: July 2025

Market day supply reveals which models are gathering dust Photo credit: Jonathan Weiss / Shutterstock.com Despite incentives, redesigns, or brand cachet, these vehicles just aren’t moving off dealer l…

Is the 2026 Nissan Leaf a Tesla Model Y killer?

Redesigned exterior emphasizes aerodynamics Photo credit: Nissan The 2026 Nissan Leaf adopts a crossover silhouette with a drag coefficient of 0.26, improving efficiency over the previous generation. …

New Nissan Leaf offers up to 303 miles of range and faster charging

The 2026 Nissan Leaf introduces a fully redesigned model with changes to exterior styling, drivetrain configurations, battery capacity, and technology features. It is scheduled to arrive at Nissan dea…

Nissan outlines some third-generation Leaf specifications for the European market

Nissan has released additional information about the third-generation Leaf, which was first revealed in May 2024. The vehicle has been redesigned and will continue to be built in Sunderland, U.K. for …

This tiny EV from Nissan might be the perfect city car

The all-new Micra returns as a fully electric city car Photo credit: Nissan The sixth-generation Nissan Micra features a bold design and now runs entirely on electric power, marking a new chapter in t…

Nissan Micra EV offers up to 253 miles of range

The sixth-generation Nissan Micra has been unveiled ahead of its European market launch later in 2025. Now fully electric, the compact hatchback returns to the B-segment with updated styling, a new el…

These once-cool cars are now depreciation disasters

The most shocking car depreciation stories of the decade Photo credit: Shutterstock.com Even the flashiest models aren’t safe—here’s how much value top 2020 cars lost in just five years. All data from…

The Nissan Frontier Pro just embarrassed every other pickup

Chassis and drivetrain overview The Nissan Frontier Pro’s frame highlights the plug-in hybrid system and rugged construction. Charging port close-up A dedicated port enables easy plug-in charging for …

The Nissan Frontier Pro just embarrassed every other pickup

Chassis and drivetrain overview The Nissan Frontier Pro’s frame highlights the plug-in hybrid system and rugged construction. Charging port close-up A dedicated port enables easy plug-in charging for …

Nissan introduces plug-in hybrid Frontier Pro for Chinese market

At Auto Shanghai 2025, Nissan unveiled the all-new Frontier Pro, a plug-in hybrid pickup truck intended for the Chinese market. The Frontier Pro features Nissan’s e-4ORCE all-wheel control technology,…

Nissan introduces plug-in hybrid Frontier Pro for Chinese market

At Auto Shanghai 2025, Nissan unveiled the all-new Frontier Pro, a plug-in hybrid pickup truck intended for the Chinese market. The Frontier Pro features Nissan’s e-4ORCE all-wheel control technology,…

Crossover demand drives Nissan to pivot EV strategy

Nissan has cancelled plans for two U.S.-made electric vehicles and will instead introduce an unidentified new EV at its Canton, Mississippi factory. The decision was communicated in an April 21 memo t…

Nissan’s secret EV weapon is coming—and it’s not built in China: Report

Nissan is accelerating the development of a new small electric crossover, expected to launch in late 2026. Designed to compete with the upcoming Volkswagen ID.1, the vehicle will use cost-focused comp…

Hyundai and Chevrolet lead in crash-safe, low-cost EVs

A new study published online by Bruning Legal ranks electric vehicles (EVs) by their relative crash safety and affordability. The project, titled “Least Crashable Yet Affordable EVs,” evaluates a rang…

Nissan to launch electric Micra and updated Leaf in Europe in 2025

Nissan has announced new vehicle and technology plans for the European market, including the return of the Micra name as a fully electric vehicle, the third generation of the Leaf, and an updated vers…

New Leaf to include NACS port and larger body style

Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. has announced a new lineup of vehicles and technologies that will be introduced in the United States and Canada between fiscal years 2025 and 2027. The announcement includes new…