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By shelitaauto
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link hidden, please login to view Japanese automaker Nissan Motor’s two assembly plants in the southeastern United States have been affected by slowing vehicle sales. Nissan Motor North America expects its U.S. production to decrease by 17 percent in fiscal year 2024 (April 2024 to March 2025). Nissan has already said it will cut its production by 20 percent globally to deal with oversupply and ballooning costs.
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In a planning document sent to auto parts suppliers in November, Nissan projected it would build 503,202 vehicles in Canton, Mississippi, and Smyrna, Tennessee, in fiscal 2024, down from 605,435 in fiscal 2023.
Nissan has informed its auto parts suppliers that its vehicle production for the second half of the fiscal year 2024 (October 2024 to March 2025) will be 12,554 units less than originally planned (i.e. a 4.8% reduction).
Nissan is cutting production of several light trucks, including 6,438 Frontier midsize pickups and 2,010 Rogue compact crossovers. In the first nine months of this year, the two models together accounted for 37% of Nissan’s U.S. sales.
Nissan also plans to reduce production of 2,290 Pathfinder large crossovers and 2,465 Infiniti QX60 midsize crossovers, but plans to increase production of 649 Nissan Altima midsize sedans.
At the same time, Nissan will reduce shifts at some assembly plants from five days a week to four by the end of the year.
Nissan spokesman Brian Brockman said the company adjusted its production forecast in response to a dynamic market to ensure the automaker maintains healthy supply and inventory levels.
Nissan has cut U.S. production several times this year to reduce dealer inventories. U.S. supply of the Nissan brand peaked at 112 days in April, compared with an industry average of 76 days, according to Cox Automotive.
In the first quarter of this year, Nissan reduced its U.S. production by 6%, or about 10,200 vehicles, with the Rogue model accounting for more than 50% of the reduction, and the Pathfinder and Frontier models also affected. In September and October, Nissan cut production of the Rogue and Frontier by as much as 40,000 vehicles.
According to Automotive News Research and Data Center, the Nissan brand has lost more than 25 percent of its market share in the U.S. over the past five years, and its market share has fallen to 5.6 percent in the first nine months of this year. The reduction in Nissan’s vehicle production pushed the profitability of Nissan dealers to its lowest level in nearly 15 years in the first half of this year.
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By Counterman
link hidden, please login to view and link hidden, please login to view are excited to announce the launch of the 2024 link hidden, please login to view fall sweepstakes kicking off this September. Through the course of September, October and November, three lucky grand-prize winners will be selected, each receiving a brand-new vehicle of their choice. Professional technicians can earn entries with every qualifying $150 invoice from their Auto Value or Bumper to Bumper parts supplier. Also, MyPlace4Parts users are automatically entered with each invoice of $150. “But that’s not all, at the end of each day, daily purchases on MyPlace4Parts will be totaled, and every $150 increment will earn bonus sweepstakes entries,” said Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.
MyPlace4Parts is the parts ordering system designed specifically for the professional service dealer. It integrates seamlessly with popular shop management systems and offers a comprehensive e-commerce catalog, making it easy to find, order, and receive exactly what you need, the company said.
“This will be another fantastic sweepstakes promotion from Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper,” said Jim Holik, director of marketing for Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper. “We appreciate the support of all of our valued channel partners who help make these promotions possible. We are geared up and ready to offer this exciting promotion to technicians and can’t wait to see who gets to walk away with an amazing new ride!”
Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper are also giving away 240 gift cards to other lucky winners totaling $45,000.
The official promotion drawings will take place on October 1st, November 1st, and December 15th, 2024, just in time for three lucky grand-prize winners to start the new year with a new set of wheels.
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By Auto News
The last thing any driver needs is a vehicle that breaks down in cold, harsh winter weather. The Car Care Council recommends that car owners follow its Fall Car Care Month checklist and inspect their vehicles before the temperatures drop and severe weather hits.
Heating, Wipers & Lights
Make sure heaters, defrosters and wipers work properly. Consider winter wiper blades and use cold-weather washer fluid. As a general rule, wiper blades should be replaced every six months. Check to see that all exterior and interior lights work and headlights are properly aimed. Tires & Brakes
Check the tire tread depth and tire pressure of all tires, including the spare. If snow and ice are a problem in your area, consider special tires designed to grip slick roads. During winter, tire pressure should be checked weekly. Have the brakes checked. The braking system is the vehicle’s most important safety item. Gas, Oil & Filters
Keep your gas tank at least half full throughout the cold weather to prevent moisture from forming in gas lines and possibly freezing. Be diligent about changing the oil and filter at recommended intervals. Dirty oil can spell trouble in winter. Consider changing to “winter weight” oil if you live in a cold climate. Check the fuel, air and transmission filters at the same time. System Checks – Charging, Cooling & Exhaust
Have the battery and charging system checked, as cold weather is hard on batteries. Clean, flush and put new antifreeze in the cooling system. As a rule of thumb, this should be done every two years. Have the exhaust system checked for carbon monoxide leaks, which can be especially dangerous during cold weather driving when windows are closed. Pack the Essentials
Make sure that your ice scraper and snow brush are accessible and ready to use. Stock an emergency kit with jumper cables, a flashlight, blankets, extra clothes, bottled water, nonperishable food and a first aid kit with any needed medication. Order a free copy of the popular Car Care Guide for your glove box by visiting link hidden, please login to view. “Winter magnifies existing problems like hard starts, sluggish performance and rough idling, so a little car care now is a sensible way to avoid being stranded out in the cold later,” said Nathan Perrine, executive director, Car Care Council.” Whether you perform the inspection and maintenance yourself or go to a trusted repair shop, it’s a small investment of time and money to help avoid the cost and hassle of a breakdown during the cold winter months ahead.”
About the Car Care Council
The non-profit Car Care Council is the source of information for the “Be Car Care Aware” consumer education campaign promoting the benefits of regular vehicle care, maintenance and repair to consumers. For the latest car care news, visit the council’s online media room at
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By Auto News
The last thing any driver needs is a vehicle that breaks down in cold, harsh winter weather. The Car Care Council recommends that car owners follow its Fall Car Care Month checklist and inspect their vehicles before the temperatures drop and severe weather hits.
Heating, Wipers & Lights
Make sure heaters, defrosters and wipers work properly. Consider winter wiper blades and use cold-weather washer fluid. As a general rule, wiper blades should be replaced every six months. Check to see that all exterior and interior lights work and headlights are properly aimed. Tires & Brakes
Check the tire tread depth and tire pressure of all tires, including the spare. If snow and ice are a problem in your area, consider special tires designed to grip slick roads. During winter, tire pressure should be checked weekly. Have the brakes checked. The braking system is the vehicle’s most important safety item. Gas, Oil & Filters
Keep your gas tank at least half full throughout the cold weather to prevent moisture from forming in gas lines and possibly freezing. Be diligent about changing the oil and filter at recommended intervals. Dirty oil can spell trouble in winter. Consider changing to “winter weight” oil if you live in a cold climate. Check the fuel, air and transmission filters at the same time. System Checks – Charging, Cooling & Exhaust
Have the battery and charging system checked, as cold weather is hard on batteries. Clean, flush and put new antifreeze in the cooling system. As a rule of thumb, this should be done every two years. Have the exhaust system checked for carbon monoxide leaks, which can be especially dangerous during cold weather driving when windows are closed. Pack the Essentials
Make sure that your ice scraper and snow brush are accessible and ready to use. Stock an emergency kit with jumper cables, a flashlight, blankets, extra clothes, bottled water, nonperishable food and a first aid kit with any needed medication. Order a free copy of the popular Car Care Guide for your glove box by visiting link hidden, please login to view. “Winter magnifies existing problems like hard starts, sluggish performance and rough idling, so a little car care now is a sensible way to avoid being stranded out in the cold later,” said Nathan Perrine, executive director, Car Care Council.” Whether you perform the inspection and maintenance yourself or go to a trusted repair shop, it’s a small investment of time and money to help avoid the cost and hassle of a breakdown during the cold winter months ahead.”
About the Car Care Council
The non-profit Car Care Council is the source of information for the “Be Car Care Aware” consumer education campaign promoting the benefits of regular vehicle care, maintenance and repair to consumers. For the latest car care news, visit the council’s online media room at
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By OReilly Auto Parts
When fall sets in and temperatures start to get cooler, it's a good opportunity—before it actually gets even colder—to do some ...
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