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Some lucky people get to drive vehicles that have both 2-wheel and 4-wheel drive capabilities. These hybrid vehicles include special components known as transfer cases. These intricate pieces of automotive engineering are specials torque-converting transmissions that take rotary energy from the regular transmission and route this power to each wheel.

In order to do this job, transfer cases require direct connections to the regular transmissions that they get their power from. To accomplish this, some automakers place the transfer case and the regular transmission in the same...

We here at Lithia Nissan of Eugene are excited about the winter season. As the season comes it brings many exciting things for us, but, it also brings problems for many of our clients and drivers just like you. One thing you need to do is keep your vehicle's tank full during the winter months and here's why. First, you never know when bad weather can hit, and you want to make sure you have enough gas to keep you warm.

The second reason for keeping your gas tank full is, if you get stuck somewhere, you can…

The transmission on your vehicle keeps you running in the right gear. Yearly checkups on your transmission should be enough maintenance for several years. You'll want to check your owner's manual regarding transmission flushes. Some vehicles can go 100,000 miles without needing the transmission fluid changed.

If your car begins to be difficult to handle, head over to Lithia Nissan of Eugene. Our service center will inspect your car carefully and look for the reasons behind the tough driving. When your transmission is at fault, you'll notice that your car doesn't go into gear well…

Once the snow and sleet sets in, you better have made changes to your vehicle to be able to drive safely on the roads. Getting to Lithia Nissan of Eugene for a set of brand new winter wipers can make all the difference when you are trying to navigate to slicker roadways.

The rubber composition of the winter blades is made to not tear and to handle the severe drop in temperatures.

Winter wipers are enclosed in a rubber case that is designed to keep the elements from jamming the framework. If ice were to get in that moving frame…

When it comes to car maintenance, tire tread is one of the most important things that need to be attended to. Tires that need to be replaced can blow out, which is especially dangerous if this happens while driving. Another hazard is how a lack of treading can affect how quickly a car is able to come to a complete stop.

A car's stopping distance is especially impacted by cold weather because rain and snow cause roads to be slick. Tires that do not have sufficient tread take longer to stop on wet roads. This can increase the risk…

Buying new tires can be a costly affair. Therefore, it is prudent to want to get as much service from your current set as possible. To answer your question, how? There is a technique known as tire rotation where you swap each tires' position after a period, preferably when you have an oil change.

The tire swaps ensure that the tire wear in a uniform manner which means they live longer. The reason is that all the four-wheels have their wear points which are never uniform. The tires have different contact points with the roads that tend to wear quicker…

When looking to purchase a new car, the most important factor for many drivers is their budget. Unfortunately, many people fall into the trap of only looking at a vehicle's price when thinking about their decision.

In reality, there are several other additional expenses that come with owning a vehicle. These include insurance costs, maintenance, and repairs, fuel economy and regulatory fees. All of these combined with your car's monthly payments add up to the total cost of purchasing a vehicle.

 

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The moment you've fallen in love with a Nissan is special. The moment you have to figure out your financing options... can be less special. Fortunately, our knowledgeable finance team is here to help, especially when deciding between buying and leasing. Learn more about the benefits of both options in Eugene.

Buying a New Nissan

The obvious benefit a buying a new Nissan is... you own it! There are no limits on how much you drive, or on any alterations. And when you've…

 

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The goal of every Nissan model remains the same: leave drivers satisfied. That mission is evident, and we have the awards to prove it to Eugene drivers. In fact, Nissan recently dominated the AutoPacific Vehicle Satisfaction Awards (VSA). Landing five category wins, Nissan was the top brand represented in this year's VSA.

Every year for over two decades, AutoPacific has awarded their Vehicle Satisfaction Awards, which are exclusively based upon driver input.