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Nissan Altima: A History Stretching Back to the Late 60s…

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Daniel Rufiange
… and even further than the Altima name

1998 Nissan Altima

In 1998, a new generation of what was now known simply as the Altima was introduced. There were no major esthetic revisions made, however. The two generations produced in the 1990s were relatively well-received by consumers, giving the Nissan added credibility and brand recognition.

Nissan Altima
Nissan Altima | Photo: Nissan
Daniel Rufiange
Daniel Rufiange
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