Nissan North America Draws a Hard Line on the Nismo Badge

Nissan North America's top executive has ruled out a Nismo version of the Rogue, according to a report from The Drive. The executive said the Nismo badge has to be "authentic," reserved for cars that earn the distinction rather than applied as a marketing flourish. The comment marks a clear boundary on how far Nissan is willing to stretch its performance sub-brand across the lineup.

With reporting from The Drive.