Wednesday, May 8, 2019

2019 Nissan Kicks Offers Appealing SUV Crossover Option


The president and CEO of PSD Automotive Group in New Jersey, Patrick Dibre has nearly three decades of experience managing a multi-franchise network of automobile dealerships. With an impressive list of franchise awards, five of Patrick Dibre’s Nissan dealerships were named among the company’s “Top 50 Dealers in the World.”

Nissan recently released a new crossover hatchback, the 2019 Kicks. Reminiscent of the contemporary-looking Nissan Juke, the Kicks belongs to an economical class of subcompact SUVs that are equipped with only front-wheel drive. With the rear seats folded down, the Kicks has a cargo capacity of 32.3 cubic feet, with a large rear hatch that makes it easy to load and unload the vehicle.

Standard features on the Kicks include the Nissan Connect infotainment system, Siri Eyes-Free, Bluetooth phone support, and a basic rear-view camera. For under $23,000, buyers can get the Kicks with top-level trim and premium features like an alarm system, Bose premium audio, heated front seats, LED headlights, and Prima-Tex upholstery.

Friday, May 3, 2019

2019 Altima Makes Autotrader’s List of the Best Cars of 2019


Living with his wife Dina in Bridgewater, New Jersey, Patrick Dibre serves as the president and CEO of PSD Automotive Group, a multi-state network of retail automotive businesses. Under Patrick Dibre’s leadership, PSD dealerships have won a variety of sales awards, including being named among Nissan’s “Top 50 Dealers in the World.”

The completely redesigned 2019 Nissan Altima made Autotrader.com’s list of the “12 Best New Cars for 2019.” Each vehicle selected for the Autotrader list is marked by innovations beyond those of its competitors, including features like advanced technology and better-than-average road handling capabilities. The 2019 Altima stands out from other sedans in its class because of the premium feel of its interior and its available all-wheel drive.

In addition, the new Altima is available with a VC-Turbo variable compression engine, which allows drivers to use power when they need it, but maintain good fuel efficiency at cruising speeds. With a starting price around $24,000, the 2019 Altima’s standard features include Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, a power-adjustable driver’s seat, Automatic Emergency Braking, and Intelligent Forward Collision Warning.