Nissan is a Japanese automaker that offers a full line of cars, trucks, and SUVs. Nissan is part-owned by Renault in the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi strategic partnership. The majority of its vehicles are built in America with some specialized vehicles built in Japan.
In this Article:
- Who Makes Nissan Cars?
- What Sort of Vehicles Does Nissan Make?
- Detailed Nissan Buying Guides
- What Are The Best Nissan Cars?
Who Makes Nissan Cars?
Nissan was founded in 1933 and produced its first cars under the Datsun name. In 1958, Datsuns were first imported to America and gained traction in the 1960s and 1970s. In the 1980s, the name shifted to Nissan, and the lineup was expanded in the 1980s and 90s. Following financial troubles in the 1990s, Renault purchased a 36% stake in Nissan, which later in turn purchased a 15% stake in Renault to form the alliance.
