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Annapolis, MD – Preston Nissan, part of the Preston Automotive Group, reports that Nissan has launched a new certified collision repair program open to dealers and independent shops. Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today launched its nationwide Nissan Certified Collision Repair Network at NACE, the International Autobody Congress and Exposition, in Orlando. The new certification program is open to both dealer-owned and independent collision shops.

“There are growing numbers of owners who are enjoying the dependability, comfort, engineering and performance of Nissan vehicles every day,” said Mark Zoba, manager, Collision Parts, Part & Service Sales and Marketing, NNA. “These customers expect the highest level of consistent service, Genuine Nissan Parts, outstanding technical expertise and work done correctly in a skillful, efficient and careful manner. This means they expect prompt, professional, dependable service –which the certification process is designed to promote.”

Nissan has teamed up with DuPont Performance Coatings (DPC) to assist in the implementation of the program’s certification process and I-CAR, the Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair, to conduct technician training.

“The Nissan Certified Collision Repair Network has been developed as a dynamic competitive program to recognize and distinguish body shops that meet or exceed standards for repair work, training, equipment and delivery of customer service,” added Zoba. “Our partnership with DuPont and I-CAR helps ensure that every participating shop will offer the quality products, professional staff and enhanced services that meet Nissan’s exacting standards.”

Once a facility has successfully completed the application process, the shop manager will be contacted to set up a meeting to review the enrollment and inspect the facility. A DPC representative will conduct a comprehensive inspection of the facility to ensure that all standards will be met.

For participating collision shops, the Nissan Certified Collision Repair Network delivers the opportunity for the repair facility to attract new customers and to generate additional business from their existing base. The program offers:

The ability to promote services as a “Certified Collision Repair Facility” by Nissan North America, Inc.
A web-based customer search system of program facilities
An opportunity to generate additional revenue and profit from service and parts sales
An opportunity to interact with and provide services to customers who are new to the facility
And an opportunity to increase overall customer satisfaction

“The overall customer satisfaction that the certified program generates will potentially lead to repeat new car or pre-owned buyers, and additional revenue from service and parts,” said Zoba. “And for our valued Nissan customers, it provides the peace of mind of facility and repair process standardization – so that in the case of an unfortunate accident or vehicle damage, they’ll know that their Nissan will be repaired using Genuine Nissan Parts and in a timely fashion.”

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About Preston Nissan,
Preston Nissan is a part of the Preston Automotive Group. The Preston Automotive Group services the Delaware, Maryland, Virginia and Pennsylvania area. The auto group carries the largest selection of new and used cars and trucks. Additionally, the dealership services all makes and models, both imported and domestic cars with ASE certified and factory trained technicians.

Annapolis, MD – Preston Nissan, part of the Preston Automotive Group of Hurlock, MD, is excited to bring you just released news on the all new 2012 Nissan Rogue. Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today announced pricing for the 2012 Nissan Rogue crossover, which receives a number of exciting changes for the new model year. A new Special Edition Package is designed to provide budget-conscious buyers with a range of convenience and technology features – including 16-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, AM/FM/CD audio system with 4.3-inch color display and USB connectivity, XM® Satellite Radio (XM® subscription required, sold separately) and RearView Monitor – at an affordable price. The Special Edition Package is priced at $1,200, a $1,000 savings over the cost of items if purchased separately.

Other enhancements for 2012 include the addition of the Around View™ Monitor to the SL Package at no extra cost (compared to the 2011 SL Package M.S.R.P.). Rogue is the first non-luxury vehicle in the U.S. to offer this innovative technology, which utilizes four separate cameras to create a virtual 360° overhead view of the Rogue and its surroundings when parking. For a more detailed explanation and short video, please go to http://www.nissan-global.com/EN/TECHNOLOGY/OVERVIEW/avm.html.

Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices* (MSRP) for the 2012 Nissan Rogue include:

Model/Transmission
Rogue S CVT FWD $21,530 USD
Rogue SV CVT FWD $23,970 USD
Rogue SV CVT w/SL Package FWD $27,870 USD
Rogue S CVT AWD $22,780 USD
Rogue SV CVT AWD $25,220 USD
Rogue SV CVT w/SL Package AWD $29,120 USD

Also new for 2012 is the addition of a “Sport Mode” switch on all models, new 17-inch (SV) and 16-inch (Special Edition) aluminum-alloy wheels, and one new exterior color: Graphite Blue. The 2012 Rogue is offered in two trims, S and SV, along with three option packages – Special Edition, Premium Package and SL Package.

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About Preston Nissan:
Preston Nissan is a part of the Preston Automotive Group. The Preston Automotive Group services the Delaware, Maryland, Virginia and Pennsylvania area. The auto group carries the largest selection of new and used cars and trucks. Additionally, the dealership services all makes and models, both imported and domestic cars with ASE certified and factory trained technicians.

8-29-11: Preston Nissan is excited to share the news coming from Nissan Americas who today announced that Vicki Smith has been named senior manager, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), effective immediately. In her new role, Smith will be responsible for leading Nissan Americas’ philanthropic and community outreach activities, which include Nissan Neighbors, a community giving program focused on education, the environment and humanitarian aid. Concurrent with this appointment, Smith is also named executive director, Nissan Foundation, with responsibility for overseeing activities related to the Foundation’s support of educational programs that celebrate and foster diversity.

Globally, Nissan’s CSR vision is to “Enrich people’s lives.” Fulfilling this vision means continually striving to be a corporation that society views as essential. To fulfill the role of a good corporate citizen, now and into the next generation, Nissan provides support to initiatives that build trust among all its stakeholders.

“Vicki brings the perfect blend of global corporate knowledge, communication skill and strong community relationships to her new role,” said David Reuter, vice president, Corporate Communications, Nissan Americas. “We’re strengthening the alignment of Nissan’s philanthropy and community involvement across our operations worldwide, while continuing to meet the needs of individual communities where we have a presence – and Vicki’s global experience and strengths as a communicator will play an important role in that effort.”

Since joining Nissan in 1986, Smith has held positions of increasing responsibility in corporate and manufacturing communications, including a three-year assignment at Nissan’s global headquarters in Japan. Most recently, she served as a speechwriter for Nissan’s global senior leadership team, including Nissan’s president and CEO, Carlos Ghosn. Earlier in her Nissan career, she supported internal and external communications activities at the company’s Smyrna, Tenn., assembly plant.

“We’re very privileged to have Vicki join our Nissan Foundation team,” said Scott Becker, senior vice president, Administration and Finance, Nissan North America and president, Nissan Foundation. “Vicki is already active in several community programs, and I expect her experience in these matters to bring a focus to our philanthropic efforts.”

Smith holds a bachelor’s degree from David Lipscomb College (now Lipscomb University) in Nashville, Tenn., and a master’s degree in business administration from Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn.

Preston Nissanis a part of the Preston Automotive Group. The Preston Automotive Group services the Delaware, Maryland, Virginia and Pennsylvania area. The auto group carries the largest selection of new and used cars and trucks. Additionally, the dealership services all makes and models, both imported and domestic cars with ASE certified and factory trained technicians.