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Not only is Nissan committed to making quality, fuel-efficient vehicles like the Nissan Altima, they are committed to education, as well. The release of a new website proves just that.

Recently, the Nissan plant in Barcelona launched a new website at www.fabricanissan.com. This website is aimed at children, and its purpose is to teach them about the daily operations that happen at an automotive factory. Children can take a virtual tour of the Barcelona plant,play games, answer interactive questions, learn about the history of nissan, and even view a dictionary.

The website is divided into three sections: progress, security, and environment. Each section is designed to inform students in an interesting and entertaining way about these various aspects of the automotive manufacturing process. As students take part in online activities, their understanding grows.

There is even a teacher’s sections to the site that offers educators ideas about how to integrate it into their classrooms.

During the academic year of 2008-2009, children who visit the website can participate in an online competition called ‘Draw a Nissan’ and all the necessary tools are provided to make simple illustrations. Other contests and competitions are planned for future years, as well.

Help support Nissan’s environmental and educational programs today. Visit your local Nissan dealer, and check out the great vehicles they have to offer you.

When you think about the Nissan Altima, you probably think about a family car. You picture a family sedan, rolling down the road to visit relatives, hit the beach, or travel across country to a theme park. You probably think more in terms of “utility” than you do “sporty.”

Well, with the 2008 Nissan Altima coupe, that’s all about to change. This car is sporty as well as stylish. The Nissan Altima Coupe is much more comfortable cruising the strip than it is taking kids to soccer practice.

The Nissan Altima coupe offers plenty of features to enhance your lifestyle, too. The technology package, which is one of the most popular packages on the vehicle, gives you:

• A nine-speaker Bose audio system
• Satellite radio (XM or Sirius – your choice)
• Bluetooth
• A rear backup camera.

There are plenty of other options on this vehicle, as well. There are premium packages that can give you everhting from a moonroof to foglamps to leather and heated seats.

If you want to upgrade your lifestyle and do it with a sporty, stylish, reliable car, then you want to look at the Nissan Altima coupe. Visit your Nissan dealer today, and give one of these a try. You won’t be disappointed.

The hybrid Nissan Altima continues to gain popularity among buyers. Due in part to rising gas prices, hybrids overall have increased greatly in popularity over the last few years. The Nissan Altima’s features stand out among the pack, and offer buyers a high degree of quality, style, and luxury that they just can’t find among many of the other hybrids.

Underneath the hood of the Nissan Altima Hybrid is a 4-cylinder 2.5 liter DOHC engine. The engine is paired with a CVT (continuously variable transmission). The 158-horsepower gas engine and the 40-horsepower electric motor work together well, and the change from electric to gas is almost unnoticeable. The Altima hybrid is able to reach speeds similar to other cars in its class, making it an especially high-performing hybrid vehicle.

The Altima hybrid utilized the same kind of regenerative braking system that you can find in Toyota hybrids. This system utilizes the breaking procedure to channel energy into the batteries, meaning that the batteries never have to be charged manually.

The Nissan Altima gets amazing gas mileage. The EPA estimates put the city driving numbers at 42 miles per gallon, while the Altima hybrid will get about 36 miles per gallon when on the highway.
In addition to using less gas, the Altima hybrid is extremely environmentally friendly. The Altima hybrid achieved the AT-PZEB classification, which stands for “Advanced Technology Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle. What this means is that the Altima hybrid releases many fewer evaporative emissions, making it a much cleaner vehicle than others on the road.

These environmental specifications mean that the Altima hybrid qualifies for the Alternative Motor Vehicle Credit, which helps make it a very attractive option from a cost perspective.

The Altima hybrid has plenty of safety features, as well. Driver, passenger seat, and side headrest airbags are standard on the Altima Hybrid.

If you’re looking for an economical car with plenty of room and style, look no further than the Altima hybrid.

Even though the last few days and weeks of summer are quickly fleeting, it’s worth it to take a few minutes and think about just how perfect this summer was, or could have been, with a 2008 Nissan Altima. The Altima is perfect for the commuter who drives a Nissan Altima coupe to get to and from work during those long summer days, or whether you’re a family who uses their Nissan Altima sedan to drive to the beach so they can cool down on the weekends.

You see, the Altima is a great car for summer because it’s economical. It offers plenty of fuel efficiency. In particular, the Nissan Altima hybrid can make an amazing impact on your summer gas budget. Unlike smaller hybrids, the Altima hybrid lets you save money on gas while having plenty of room for your family.

That brings up the next reason why the Altima is great for summer: the 2008 Nissan Altima is comfortable. It features a world-class suspension system, and has lots of passenger room as well as storage capacity. It can carry a family of four in plenty of comfort, no matter where it is they are driving. And, they can look good doing it.

You see, that’s another great thing about the 2008 Altima. The 2008 Altima has plenty of style to go around. The exterior is just plain sharp, and the interior has an exceptional fit and finish. There are even several configurations to choose from that will suit your style perfectly. While style isn’t the first thing you think about with a family sedan, you definitely notice it once you’ve taken a look at the Altima.

If you’re interested in getting your 2008 Nissan Altima, come see us at your local Nissan dealer in New Jersey today, while you’ve still got a little bit of summer left.

The 2008 Nissan Altima Coupe is the perfect vehicle for your family to take on a road trip. Whether you’re talking about a long drive to a theme park, a trip through the desert, or even just a leisurely jaunt to the beach, there are some things you can do ahead of time to make sure your 2008 Nissan Altima Coupe is ready to get you where you want to go.

Road trips can be straining on your vehicle if you’re not prepared. A long drive, combined with the often severe conditions of the environment at many popular summer road trip destinations can create a number of problems for your car.

Some of the most basic things you can do to prepare your 2008 Nissan Altima for your road trip are the basic sorts of maintenance tasks you normally do anyway. Making sure that your oil is changed, that your tires are inflated properly, and that your coolant system is working as it should are all part of preparing your Altima for that road trip.

In addition, your choice of destination and route also determine the kinds of preparations you should make. For example, if you’re going to go to the beach, you’ll want to wash your Altima and wax it with a protective wax. Clean your car’s inside with a UV protector to help keep your vinyl and your plastic surfaces safe from the rays of the sun. These measures help protect your car from the salty air of the sea, as well as the sun itself.

If you will be driving your Nissan Altima through the mountains, there are some different things you should do to prepare. You can check your brakes, and make sure you replace worn pads. Have your drive train checked, to make sure that it is functioning correctly. Inspect your wiper blades, and check your battery for corrosion.

Desert driving has its own unique preparations, as well. When getting ready to drive through the desert, check your coolant system. Make sure your serpentine belt isn’t cracked. Test your Air Conditioning, or even have it professionally tested. Check your tire treads, and replace them if necessary.

Wherever you take your 2008 Nissan Altima on a road trip, make sure you take the time to prepare your car in order to have a safe and worry-free trip.

If you’re looking for somewhere to take the family in your 2008 Nissan Altima, consider visiting The Naval Air Station Wildwood Aviation Museum. The Naval Air Station Wildwood Aviation Museum is one of the lesser-known visitor attractions in the greater Philadelphia area. Located inside Hangar 1 of the Cape May County Airport, Lower Township, NJ, this museum honors the 42 naval airmen who died while training on that site during World War II.

Cape May County Airport is build on the site of a World War II Naval Air Base. Here, young pilots trained to fly the SB2C “Helldiver.” The Helldiver is an interesting and quirky piece of aircraft history. It’s been called “the worst airplane ever built” by pilots. Only the most brave pilots flew the Helldiver. The Helldiver sank more ships than any other plane during World War 2. On this site, they dive-bombed rivers and farm fields as they trained for the war.

The Aviation Museum isn’t only about the Helldiver, though. At Naval Air Station Wildwood, you can see a UH-1 Huey, a T-33 Thunderbird, an F14 Tomcat, and even a Coast Guard rescue helicopter. In addition to the actual aircraft, the Naval Air Station Wildwood Aviation Museum features a large collection of aircraft engines, aviation artifacts, and military memorabilia.

Be sure to pack your camera in your Nissan Altima when you head toward the Naval Air Station Wildwood Aviation Museum. There are plenty of interesting opportunities for photographs, and you’ll wish you’d brought it if you don’t. In addition, this museum actually encourages you to touch the aircraft they display, so bring a sense of curiosity, as well.

The Naval Air Station Wildwood Aviation Museum is open year-round. You can visit their web site for more information, to see pictures of some of their collection, and to find out what their hours are. You can also learn about how you can personally help the museum with your donation.

Out of all the Nissan cars, the 2008 Nissan Altima sedan is, in many ways, an excellent choice for families. With the changes that Nissan has made with the 2008 Altima, as well as offering the Altima as a coupe, this car now appeals to buyers in other markets, as well. Here’s a quick look at this excellent car.

Price

The MSRP for the Nissan Alitma is right around $18,000 for the base model. Depending on the package and options you choose, the Altima can be as much $30,000.

Trim Levels

The 2008 Nissan Altima comes in four trim levels: 2.5, 2.5S, 3.5SE, and 3.5SL. The base 2.5 model is generally only available via special order, and it includes cruise control and keyless entry as standard features. The 2.5S adds air conditioning and an MP3 player input jack. The 3.5SE adds wood toned accents in the interior and a leather wrapped steering wheel. At the top of the heap is the 3.5SL. It has a Bose audio system, heated seats, leather seating, moonroof, and Bluetooth connectivity.  There are, of course, packages you can add to these trim levels.

Safety Features

All Nissan Altima models have six airbags, standard. The 2.5 models have antilock brakes as optional equipment, and the 3.5 models have them as standard. The 2008 Altima received a five star rating for front impact crash safety by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Interior

The bench back seat makes the Nissan Altima sedan ideal for a family with children. The interior design is stylish, and has some especially attractive accents.

Performance

The 2008 Nissan Altima comes in a four cylinder or a six cylinder option. Steering is excellent, and it handles well. Buyers can get an optional six-speed manual transmission, too.

Overall, the Nissan Altima is an excellent value for the money. If you’re looking for a sporty car for the family, or for a coupe that has plenty of room and trunk space, the 2008 Nissan Altima is the car for you. Visit your Nissan dealer today and give one a look.

A summer car trip can be a wonderful time of bonding and family togetherness, or it can be a nightmare of arguments, illness and anxiety. Here are a few things you can do when you load up your 2008 Nissan Altima this summer for a trip:

Plan ahead. Be realistic about what to expect from yourself and your family. Don’t expect that you’re going to be able to drive for 10 to 12 hours each day if you have toddlers. You’re probably not going to be able to get more than 6 hours at a time. If you have a toddler, you should consider making your trip somewhere closer to home, or breaking up your travel over several days.

Pack effectively. You should probably start packing your 2008 Nissan Altima a few days before you leave. At the very least, you should put together a packing list for each member of the family. Work with your kids on the packing process. This helps in a couple of ways. First, you can be sure they get everything packed. Second, when the time comes for them to get something out of their suitcase, they may remember exactly where they packed it.

Bring the right gear. Make sure you’ve got safety equipment. If you’re going to the beach, make sure you’ve got sunscreen, beach chairs, towels and swimsuits. Wherever it is you’re going, make sure you’ve got all of the things that you’re going to need.

Bring something for the kids to do. Car games like “I Spy” can get very old, very fast. Consider bringing some portable or travel games for the family to enjoy during the trip.

Bring snacks and drinks. Buying beverages and food at gas stations can become expensive very quickly. Bring your own snacks and drinks in order to save a few dollars along the way.

So, you’ve decided to take the family for a day at the beach. That’s great! Whether you’re going to a lake or to the ocean, the beach can be a great way to pass the time on a summer day. Just make sure you’re prepared.

When you load up your 2008 Nissan Altima, make sure you’ve got some of these must-have beach items:

Sunscreen

Sunscreen is not only important to have with you when you go to the beach, it’s a necessity. You’ll want a sunscreen that has at least 15 SPF. For children, you should use sunscreen that is at least 30 SPF. You should follow the manufacturer’s recommendations, too, about how often to reapply the sunscreen. This is especially true if you or your family are going to be in and out of the water.

Keep in mind, also, that the sun’s rays are at their peak between 10 AM and 4 PM. Also, you’ll want to make sure you cover every part of your body, including the nose, ears and back of the neck. You should even bring protective lip balm, as well.

Sunglasses and Hats

One of the things that can really detract from your ability to enjoy your day at the beach is the constant brightness of the sun. Bring sunglasses, sun hats or even beach umbrellas for everyone.

First Aid Kit

Boo-Boos happen sometimes, and you want to be ready when they do. Make sure that you’ve got some aloe sunburn lotion in your first aid kit, in addition to anything else in the kit.

Beach Toys

From blocks used to make sand castles to squirt guns and floating dinosaurs, your kids will probably want to bring a few toys with them. Pack them into your 2008 Nissan Altima and get ready for a great trip, just make sure those toys are appropriate for beach play.

Something to sit on

Finally, you’ll want your beach chairs or towels. There may be picnic tables at your beach, but if it’s a hot summer day they might all be claimed by the time you pull up. It’s best to be prepared.

If you’re taking your 2008 Nissan Altima to a theme park like Walt Disney World or Disneyland, there are some things you can do to make your trip go much more smoothly and be more enjoyable.

First of all, when you’re planning your trip, make sure you understand the theme park ticket policies. Make sure you know what options are available and which you bought. You’ll also want to keep your kids’ ages in mind. Many theme parks offer a variety of attractions for children (and adults, for that matter) of all ages. Finally, make sure you choose the time of year for your travel carefully. Some times of the year are busier than others, and some may have worse weather than others.

When you travel, make sure to travel safely and comfortably. Take a break every couple of hours to stretch. Consider packing a picnic lunch, rather than buying meals. Bring along some games that the kids can play in the car.

Once you get to the theme park, consider arriving early in the day. This will help you get a good parking spot. It’ll also help you get onto the rides that you want on early in the day. You’ll also want to take a break in the afternoon. If possible, go back to your hotel or resort, and come back to the theme park in the evening. Many theme parks feature fireworks or other special programs and attractions after dark.

Finally, make sure that you keep cool when you’re at the theme park. Wear cool clothes. Use comfortable and cool walking shoes. Bring or purchase plenty of water to avoid dehydration. If the theme park has a water park component, visit it during the 10 AM to 4 PM period, when the sun is at its hottest.