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2007 Nissan Altima is First Nissan Model With Award-Winning XM NavTraffic Service


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XM Satellite Radio's Around-The-Clock, Real-Time Traffic Information Service Offered in All-New Altima

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- XM Satellite Radio , the nation's leading provider of satellite radio with more than 7 million subscribers, today announced that the all-new 2007 Altima sedan, available now at dealerships, is the first Nissan production vehicle to offer XM NavTraffic.

Available in 44 major U.S. markets, XM NavTraffic delivers real-time traffic information by satellite to the vehicle's GPS navigation systems. The service alerts drivers to traffic problems on their personal routes so they can avoid congestion and save time and fuel. Every 2007 Nissan Altima equipped with XM NavTraffic also comes standard with a three-month complimentary subscription to the service.

"XM NavTraffic gives the navigation-equipped Nissan Altima an edge -- drivers receive the information they need avoid traffic jams and get to spend more time appreciating the power and performance that comes standard with every 2007 Altima," said Steve Cook, executive vice president, Automotive, XM Satellite Radio.

In addition to XM NavTraffic, features available on the all-new 2007 Altima include XM Satellite Radio and the best of mobility, convenience, connectivity and entertainment technologies.

XM is the exclusive data services provider to Nissan vehicles. XM will be the exclusive satellite radio service for Nissan beginning with the 2008 model year.