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Clean Diesel Nissan X-TRAIL "20GT" Released in Japan

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New "M9R" Engine-equipped SUV complies with Japan's stringent "Post New Long-term Regulations" Emissions Standards

TOKYO, Sept. 4, 2008 -- Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. today announced the launch of a new clean diesel 2009 Nissan X-TRAIL "20GT," which goes on sale September 18 at Nissan dealers nationwide. The new X-TRAIL 20GT has met Japan's stringent "Post New Long-term Regulations"*1 – the first vehicle in the world to do so*2.

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Setting New Standards

Nissan Releases New Nissan Otti Minicar in Japan

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TOKYO, Sept. 8, 2008 -- Nissan has launched a revised version of the popular Otti minicar, which goes on sale today at Nissan dealers in Japan. The Nissan Otti, which debuted in October 2006, is known for its simple, boxy styling and roomy, high utility interior. Marketed under the slogan “SHIFT_365 days: Minicars for daily living,” the Otti fits easily into the typical multi-story garage. Key refinements to the new model include redesigned exterior and interior treatments, improved fuel efficiency and reduced emissions, a reorganized grade selection and new exterior colors.

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* Revised Exterior and Interior

Honda Unveils Japan Model of 2009 Honda FCX Clarity Fuel Cell Vehicle

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FCX Clarity Leasing in Japan to begin November 2008

TOKYO, Japan, July 2, 2008– Honda Motor Co., Ltd. unveiled the Japan model of its FCX Clarity fuel cell vehicle, which will also be displayed at the Environmental Showcase at the G8 Hokkaido Toyako Summit that begins July 7, 2008. Leasing in Japan is scheduled to begin November 2008.

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Initially, leases are to be limited to government agencies and certain corporate customers. Numerous FCX Clarity events are to be held beginning in 2009 at which the public will have the opportunity to come in contact with the FCX Clarity and gain a greater appreciation of the appeal of fuel cell vehicles.

Nissan Endorsed as 'Eco First' Company

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Nissan Green Program 2010 environmental commitments receives stamp of approval from Japan’s Ministry of Environment

TOKYO, July 1, 2008 -- Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., has been endorsed as an ‘Eco First’ company by Japan’s Ministry of Environment for its environmental commitments set out under the Nissan Green Program 2010. The official certification will be awarded to Nissan by the Minister of Environment, Ichiro Kamoshita, at a ceremony to be held at the Ministry of Environment on July 1.

Established under the auspices of the Ministry of Environment in April 2008, the ECO First program serves to recognize and promote the environmental actions of companies that are compliant with the Kyoto Protocol.

Subaru Plug-in STELLA Concept, New Prototype Electric Vehicle, Showcased by FHI at G8 Hokkaido Toyako Summit

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Tokyo, June 27, 2008 -- Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. (FHI), the maker of Subaru automobiles, today announced the successful development of its Subaru Plug-in STELLA Concept model, a prototype electric vehicle (EV). FHI will provide five units of the Plug-in STELLA Concept for use at the Hokkaido Toyako Summit to be held July 7 through 9, 2008. Four of the five will be used to transport government officials and other participants at the summit, while one vehicle will be displayed at the Environmental Showcase, an exhibition and demonstration area in the International Media Center, and it will also be available for a test drive.

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Nissan to Grow Car Rental Business in Japan through New Subsidiary

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TOKYO, June 26, 2008 – Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. and Nissan Financial Services, Co., Ltd. (NFS), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Nissan, today announced the decision to separate its car rental business division – Nissan Rent-a-Car - currently under NFS and integrate it under Nissan Network Holdings Co., Ltd.,* by December 2008.

In Japan, the car rental business is expected to grow further, due to the diversification of vehicle ownership patterns. As one of its core businesses, Nissan will establish a dedicated car rental subsidiary to facilitate the expansion of the business through the right allocation of resources and focused management.

NFS will continue to focus on its core business of vehicle leasing and financing.

Nissan Motor Co. Holds 109th Ordinary General Meeting of Shareholders

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YOKOHAMA, June 25, 2008 – Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. today held its 109th Ordinary General Meeting of Shareholders at the National Convention Hall of Yokohama. The meeting lasted for 2 hours 31 minutes starting from 10:00 JST and concluded at 12:31 JST. A total of 2034 shareholders attended the meeting.

President and CEO Carlos Ghosn delivered an address to the shareholders, reporting on the company’s fiscal year 2007 sales and financial performance, outlook for 2008, and the strategic vision for the next five years under the Nissan GT 2012 mid-term business plan.

Nissan proposed a 20-yen-per-share year-end dividend, giving a full-year dividend of 40 yen per share for FY2007.

Five items were proposed to the shareholders for approval:

DENSO Corporation Announces Senior Management Changes

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KARIYA, Japan, June 25, 2008 - DENSO Corporation today announced management changes, which were voted upon at today's shareholders meeting. These changes are effective today.

New Directors appointed to the Board:

• Koichi Fukaya, Vice Chairman (from President and CEO)
• Nobuaki Katoh, President and CEO (from Senior Managing Director)
• Hiromi Tokuda, Executive Vice President (from Senior Managing Director)
• Hikaru Sugi, Senior Managing Director (from Managing Officer)
• Shinji Shirasaki, Senior Managing Director (from Managing Officer)
New Managing Officers:
• Yoshiki Sekiguchi, Managing Officer (from General Manager of Sales Planning Department)
• Hiroyuki Murayama, Managing Officer (from General Manager of Corporate ePF Department)

Results of the Aisin Seiki's 85th General Meeting of Shareholders

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June 20, 2008 -- Aisin Seiki Co., Ltd. (President: Yasuhito Yamauchi; Head Office: Kariya, Aichi) convened its 85th Ordinary General Meeting of Shareholders today, June 20, 2008, from 10 a.m. at the Head Office.

Details on the meeting are as follows.

1. Status of Meeting
(1) Date and time: Friday, June 20, 2008, at 10 a.m.
(2) Location: Head Office (Kariya, Aichi)
(3) Total time of meeting: 68 minutes (59 minutes in the previous fiscal year)
(4) Shareholders attending: 224 (240 in the previous fiscal year)
(5) Number of agenda for resolution: 7 (8 in the previous fiscal year)

2. Matters for Reporting and Resolution
(1) Matters for Reporting: Details of the following financial statements:

Nissan Publishes Its 2008 Sustainability Report

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TOKYO, June 24, 2008 -- Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. will publish its 2008 Sustainability Report on June 25, after the conclusion of its 109th Ordinary General Meeting of Shareholders. The fifth-edition of the report offers an update of Nissan's Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives within the scope of nine key focus areas identified by the company.

The report includes the Nissan CSR Scorecard which tracks the progress made on annual CSR objectives. It also outlines the achievements during fiscal year 2007 and defines new targets for 2008 as part of a roadmap for continued CSR development.

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