Transform Your Drive with a 2020 Nissan Maxima

Nissan sedans offer both comfort and style. Whether you're looking for a spacious sedan with excellent gas consumption or you're more interested in a sporty sedan that packs some power under the hood, you'll find a Nissan sedan that suits your lifestyle. more Versa The 2018 Nissan Versa is a fantastic compact sedan option. The S trim level is one of the most reasonably priced vehicles in its class, yet it still offers plenty of luxury and comfort. Under the hood, you get plenty of power from the 1.6-liter DOHC 16-valve engine. With this engine, you get an outstanding 38 miles per gallon on the highway. Opt for the Versa SV, and you'll get the Nissan Intelligent Key with push-button start, so you can have your key in your pocket or your purse and still start and drive your Versa. All Versa trim levels come standard with a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system, which allows you to connect your smartphone for hands-free phone calls. The Versa has been designed with both style and practicality in mind. You'll notice the sleek lines that allow it to be more aerodynamic. While this may help give you better gas mileage, it also makes the car look sportier and more modern. Sentra Nissan's mid-size sedan is the Sentra. It comfortably seats five adults with plenty of legroom for everyone. Inside you'll get soft-touch materials with available heated front seats to keep you warm on those chilly winter commutes. The driver's seat has an available six-way power function so that you can find exactly the right position for you. The 2018 Nissa Sentra is also packed with stylish features that you're sure to love. It has a front honeycomb grille and aggressive rear fascias. It also has lower sweeping headlights for an added sportier look and comes with 17-inch aluminum alloy wheels. For even more style, opt for the Sentra SR Turbo. It comes with a 1.6-liter DIG turbocharged engine that gives you 50% more horsepower than the other Sentra models. It has a manual shift mode that allows you to take more control over your gears and your speed. Maxima The largest Sedan available on the Nissan lineup is the Maxima. Nissan promises that the interior of the Maxima is the perfect marriage of driving function with elegance and style. It comes standard with a dual-panel panoramic moonroof. You can choose from premium leather or cloth seats and opt for both heated and ventilated front seats. The exterior of the Maxima is equally as stylish as its interior. The 2018 Maxima is lower than previous models, giving it better aerodynamics and giving it a much sleeker, sportier look. It comes standard with 18-inch alloy wheels, boomerang-shaped headlights, and liquid metal finishes. Under the hood of the Maxima, you'll find the most powerful engine in the Nissan sedan lineup. It comes standard with a 3.5-liter 24-valve V-6 engine and offers a heart-pumping 300 horsepower. Head to Taylor's Auto Max to learn more about the different Nissan sedans on offer and to test drive one today.

The year is flying by and before you know it, you'll be bundling up against the wind and snow. While you might be ready with your scarf and gloves, is your car ready for winter? Fall is the ideal time to change your tires and get your car ready for winter. Now is the time to check on your car's tires and find out if you need to get new ones. It's much better to plan ahead and get what you need before that first snowfall arrives. more How to Know If You Need New Tires One of the first things you should consider is how old your tires are. If they are more than five years old, you should be taking them in for professional inspections at least once a year. If your tires are more than 10 years old, you should definitely be replacing them with new tires. It's not just age that causes wear and tears in tires. Bad weather conditions, heat, improper air pressure, speeding, quick braking, potholes, and chemicals can all cause your tires to wear out. It's also important to keep an eye on how your tires look. Do you notice any uneven tread wear, damaged valve caps, or shallow tread? You can check your tread by using a penny. Insert the penny head down. If you can see the top of Lincoln's head, then it's time for new tires. Which Types of Tires Do You Need? Even if your tires still have great tread and ride well, you may want to consider swapping out your current tired for winter or all-season tires. There are several different types of tires, and if you currently have summer tires or tires that aren't made for extremely cold temperatures, then you definitely need to swap them out for new ones. If you live somewhere that only gets a moderate amount of snow, then all-weather tires are your best option. This means you can use them year-round in both moderately hot temperatures as well as in icy or snowy conditions. However, if you live somewhere that gets a lot of snow or temperatures that regularly fall below 44 degrees Fahrenheit, then you will want to invest in winter tires. The rubber on a normal all-weather tire gets hard at temperatures below 44 degrees. In order for a tire to work at it's best, especially when you need traction, it needs to be soft. Winter tires have tread that has been specifically designed to help you stop in ice, snow, and even cold dry roads. The rubber used on the tires ensures that the tires stay flexible even at very low temperatures, so there is no risk of hard rubber. If you're not sure whether or not you need new tires or are confused about what type of tires to use for your vehicle this winter head to Taylors Auto Max and speak to a specialist. They can give you advice on the best tires for your vehicle and even help you winterize your vehicle for those cold Montana days that are looming ever closer. Image by MSVG via CC BY 2.0

The list of requirements for the family-mobile hasn't changed much in the last decade. Reliability, top safety features, fuel economy, and room to grow seem to top the list every year. Add some style and performance to the mix, and you've got yourself a great family car. Not all sedans are created equal, so let's explore our list of the four best sedans for families. more Nissan ALTIMA If you're afraid your next family car has to be boring, think again. With optional illuminated kick plates and an available rear spoiler, the ALTIMA oozes sophistication and style. The ALTIMA is easy on the pump with its 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that gets an incredible estimated fuel economy of 38 miles-per-gallon highway. Nissan has packed the new ALTIMA with the latest in innovative safety features like blind spot monitoring and automatic emergency braking, making this family-sedan a solid, worry-free choice all for a base retail of $23,260. Volkswagen Jetta The 2018 Jetta offers families a spacious, quiet and comfortable ride in a sedan. While labeled "compact" the Jetta is roomy, just not too big with 94 cubic-feet of passenger space and 16 cubic feet in the trunk. The Jetta has maintained a reputation as a modest, practical car, but it's anything but plain, and it's friendly design fits well with smaller families. The rear seatbelts are easy to use, even for little hands, and best of all, the Jetta has a long track record of excellent safety scores. With the lowest sticker price of our top picks, get the base 2018 Jetta SE for just $18,645. Chevrolet Malibu Chevy's answer to a reliable family-friendly sedan is the handsomely styled mid-size 2017 Malibu. With seating for five, a back seat with tons of legroom, and 15.8 cubic-feet of cargo space in the trunk, the new Malibu is spacious enough for most families. Built-in 4G LTE connectivity will impress the most hardcore techie teen, and with a hybrid trim available as of the 2016 model year, look for fuel estimates around 43 miles-per-gallon highway. Find your Malibu at the bargain starting price of only $21,680. Honda Accord After 42 years, American families are still in love with the Honda Accord. An Accord may have even shuttled you around as a kid back in the 80s, and now there's a spot in your driveway for your very own reliable workhorse. The latest Accord is sporting new everything from the powertrain to an improved infotainment system, and a slew of high-tech safety features with a starting price of $23,570. Not to mention Honda's flagship was named North American Car of the Year — again. The Accord still holds our top spot for one of the best family cars, year after year. In a world where families seem to be heading towards SUV crossovers, the family sedan is still alive and kicking. Parents are always on the lookout for a vehicle that not only looks good, and drives well, but is easy on the pocketbook too. So load up the kids and hit the road in one of our top four picks for the best family sedans. "Chevrolet Malibu XL" by TuRbO_J, licensed via CC BY 2.0