Save Remove Download Share Subscribe January 1, 2000 – , Thu Jun 10 00:00:00 -0500 2010 Over the past decade a SHIFT_ has been made. Nissan has nearly doubled the number of models offered and nearly doubled its sales. In 10 years, the diverse lineup has grown to include Nissan's first full-sized truck, all-new hybrid technology and a 21st-Century supercar. This is only the beginning of what's to come. 2000 Nissan begins sales of the super ultra low emission vehicle (SULEV) Sentra CA in California. Nissan Motor Manufacturing Corporation U.S.A is merged into Nissan North America, Inc. Nissan starts to sell Renault vehicles through its domestic dealers. 2001 Nissan and Suzuki Motor Corporation reach the agreement that Suzuki will supply mini-vehicles to Nissan on an OEM bases. Nissan starts the construction of vehicle assembly plant in Canton, Mississippi. Nissan launches driving tests of the Xterra FCV, a direct-hydrogen-fueled fuel cell vehicle, on public roads this month, based at a facility in Sacramento, CA in the US. Nissan and Renault inaugurate the first new common plant in Brazil. 2002 Nissan Altima wins "2002 North American Car of the Year Award". Nissan announces NRP conclusion one year earlier than planned. Renault raises its stake in Nissan to 44.4%. Nissan owns 13.5% of Renault's share capital. In May, Nissan increases its stake in Renault to 15 percent. The Infiniti G35 Sport Sedan and Sport Coupe win MOTOR TREND'S "2003 Car of The Year" in U.S. 2003 The all-new reintroduced Z makes a comeback, and Nissan introduces its first full-sized truck, Titan. Nissan opens Nissan design centre Europe in London. Nissan reports record profitability with 10.8% operating margin for FY 2002. Nissan inaugurates new plant in Canton, Mississippi. Nissan and Dongfeng announce the establishment of Dongfeng Motor Co., Ltd. in China. Nissan to establish new sales company in Russia. 2004 Nissan reports record operating profits of 825 billion yen and operating profit margin of 11.1 percent. Nissan announces relocation of Global Headquarters to Yokohama in 2010. Nissan unveils Six New Models for Japan. 2005 Nissan launches the all-new Frontier, the most powerful V6 truck in its class, as well as a new mid-sized Pathfinder with added third-row seating and a second-generation Xterra. (Claim based on six models under 8500 GVWR starting below $45,000 in Ward’s Lg. Pickup Segment.) Infiniti launches full luxury lineup in Taiwan. Nissan India subsidiary begins operations. Nissan establishes new sales company in Ukraine. 2006 Infiniti to launch across Europe in 2008. Nissan reaches 100 millionth production milestone. Nissan announces "NISSAN GREEN PROGRAM 2010." 2007 Nissan introduces Innovative Engine Valve Control Technology. Nissan introduces world's first Around View Monitor. 2008 Nissan sets up new car rental company with Nissan Financial Services, Co., Ltd. Nissan Gulf begins operations in the Middle East. 2009 The cube takes shape and dream becomes reality for GT-R enthusiasts as both vehicles make their North American debut. Renault-Nissan Alliance recognizes its 10-year anniversary. Nissan inaugurates new plant in St. Petersburg, Russia Nissan LEAF is unveiled, the world's first electric car designed for affordability and real-world requirements. Nissan NV200 awarded International Van of the Year 2010 in Europe Nissan begins building flex-fuel livina in Brazil. Issued by Nissan Save Remove Download Share Subscribe to Email Alerts