Nissan Donates $100,000 to Help Victims of Hurricane Charley

TAMPA, Fla.--Aug. 1, 20049, 2004--Nissan North America, Inc. today donated $100,000 to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund which enables the Red Cross to provide much needed assistance to victims of Tropical Storm Bonnie and Hurricane Charley .

"Our hearts go out to the victims of this devastating storm that swept through central Florida," said Pat Doody, regional vice president of NNA's Southeast Region, which includes Florida. "When we see destruction of this magnitude, we feel compelled to do what we can to ease the suffering of our neighbors in our community."

"We realize it is going to be a long road to recovery for our friends and neighbors in Florida," said Gary Frigo, regional vice president of Infiniti's East Region, which includes Florida. "That's why we are glad to be doing our part to help Red Cross make a difference."

No one from the Nissan family was injured as a result of Charley; however, Harbor Nissan, located in Charlotte Harbor, FL, was destroyed. Another 14 Nissan dealerships in Florida, stretching from Fort Myers to north of Orlando, were impacted by the storm receiving minor damage and experiencing extended power outages.

"Nissan is committed to helping the communities in which they live and work," commented Skip Seitz, senior vice president of Growth and Integrated Development of the American Red Cross. "Their employees, friends, and families were affected and Nissan's support of the Red Cross ensures that thousands of people will get help when they need it most."

Nissan presented its donation at the American Red Cross chapter in Tampa, FL. Nissan's support of the American Red Cross is part of Nissan's global commitment to "Enriching People's Lives" through charitable contributions, in-kind donations and other philanthropic investments that support education, the environment and humanitarian aid.

About Nissan North America, Inc.

In North America, Nissan's operations include automotive styling, engineering, consumer and corporate financing, sales and marketing, distribution and manufacturing. More information on Nissan in North America and the complete line of Nissan and Infiniti vehicles can be found online at www.NissanUSA.com and www.infiniti.com.

About the American Red Cross

All American Red Cross disaster assistance is free, made possible by voluntary donations of time and money from the American people. You can help the victims of Tropical Storm Bonnie and Hurricane Charley and thousands of other disasters across the country each year by making a financial gift to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund, which enables the Red Cross to provide shelter, food, counseling and other assistance to those in need. Call 1-800-HELP NOW or 1-800-257-7575 (Spanish). Contributions to the Disaster Relief Fund may be sent to your local American Red Cross chapter or to the American Red Cross, P. O. Box 37243, Washington, DC 20013. Internet users can make a secure online contribution by visiting www.redcross.org