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The 12V Secret: How to Prevent Winter "No-Starts" in Your Nissan EV It's a frigid morning, the wind is howling across the 401 and your outdoor thermometer reads a bone-chilling -22°C. You check your MyNISSAN app from the comfort of your kitchen—your Nissan Electric Vehicle shows a healthy 90% charge on its massive 91 kWh battery. You finish your coffee, head out to the driveway, and press the start button. Nothing. The dashboard stays dark. The door locks feel sluggish. Your high-tech EV, with enough energy to power your home for days, won't even "wake up." At Midway Nissan, we see this scenario every winter, and we know where to find the culprit. It isn’t the massive battery under the floor—it’s the small, standard 12V lead-acid battery under the hood. Even in 2026, winter doesn't care if you drive electric; if your "brain" battery is frozen, your "heart" battery won't start. The "Brain" vs. The "Heart"—Why Your EV Still Needs a 12V Battery Many of our Whitby customers are surprised to learn that an electric car has a "normal" car battery at all. Think of it this way: The High-Voltage "Heart": This is the massive lithium-ion pack that moves the wheels. For safety reasons, it stays physically disconnected by heavy-duty relays whenever the car is off. The 12V "Brain": This is the small auxiliary battery. It’s responsible for the "Intelligent Key" sensors, the alarm, the dash displays, and—most importantly—it provides the surge of power needed to "click" those heavy-duty relays and wake up the big battery. Because the 12V battery uses traditional lead-acid chemistry, it is just as vulnerable to an Ontario deep freeze as the battery in a gas-powered engine. If it loses too much voltage in the cold, it can't tell the big battery to turn on. Spotting the Signs of "January Heartburn" In an internal combustion car, a weak battery sounds like a slow, struggling crank. The signs are much more subtle and "digital" when it comes to an EV. Watch for these 12V battery life symptoms if you are an EV: The "Christmas Tree" Dash: When you try to start the car, random warning lights flash, or you see the dreaded "Service EV System" message. Sluggish Accessories: Your power windows move more slowly than usual, or your interior lights seem dim. Connection Issues: Your MyNISSAN app fails to connect or update your vehicle status while it's parked. The "Clicking" Sound: You hear a faint clicking from the front of the car, but the 12.3-inch Advanced Drive-Assist Display remains black. How to Prevent a "No-Start" at the Whitby GO Station Prevention is your best friend when the temperature dips below -10°C. Here is our Midway Nissan pro-checklist for winterizing your electric car in Whitby: Pre-Condition While Plugged In: Use your app to warm up the cabin while the car is still connected to your home charger. This uses grid power to warm the battery components, taking the initial "cold-start" strain off the 12V system. Avoid the "Short Trip Trap": EVs use a DC-DC converter (instead of an alternator) to charge the 12V battery. If you only drive five minutes to the grocery store, the system doesn't have enough time to replenish the 12V battery's charge. The Load Test: Most 12V batteries last 3–5 years. If your EV is a few years old, bring it to us for a 12V battery health check. We use specialized testers to ensure it can still hold a charge in sub-zero temps. Keep a Portable Jumper: We recommend every EV owner keep a small lithium-ion jump starter in their glovebox. Yes, you can jump-start an EV just like a gas car to wake up the electronics! Midway Nissan Winter Standard Our certified EV technicians are experts in the unique electrical architecture of the 2026 Ariya and the rest of our hybrid and electric lineup. When you bring your EV in for a winter health check, we don't just look at the percentage on your dash. We inspect: 12V Terminal Integrity: Road salt in Durham Region is notorious for causing corrosion on battery terminals, which blocks power flow. Software Updates: Sometimes, "phantom drain" on the 12V battery can be fixed with a simple firmware update to the DC-DC converter's logic. Battery Replacements: If your battery is failing, we stock AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat) batteries, which are more resilient to the deep-cycle demands and extreme cold of Ontario winters. Don’t let a tiny battery stop your high-tech ride. Is your EV ready for the next January deep freeze? Schedule an appointment with our service team today and stay ahead of the cold!

The 2026 Nissan Rogue Plug-in Hybrid is making waves as Nissan’s first plug-in hybrid in Canada. It’s built with today’s families in mind, offering up to 61 km of all-electric range for those daily trips around town. Plus, with its hybrid powertrain, you can cruise up to 687 km, blending the ease of electric with the reliability of gas. "The Rogue Plug-in Hybrid is an important step in Nissan's electrification roadmap. It delivers the convenience of electric-type driving for everyday commutes while maintaining the long-range driving benefits of a gasoline engine. This dual capability reflects Nissan's commitment to meeting customers' needs to enjoy the upside of having both an EV and a traditional SUV in a single vehicle which will prepare our customers for a more fully electrified future," said Ponz Pandikuthira, senior vice president and chief product officer, Nissan Americas. "Introducing our first plug-in hybrid in Canada and the U.S. reinforces our business strategy to revitalize the product portfolio and expand market coverage." The all-new 2026 Nissan Rogue Plug-in Hybrid is rolling out in a super decked-out Platinum grade and will hit Nissan dealerships in early 2026. Nissan’s Plug-in Hybrid: Get the Best of Both Worlds Meet the 2026 Nissan Rogue Plug-in Hybrid, your new road buddy. This ride’s got not one, but two electric motors, a 20-kWh lithium-ion battery pack, and a 2.4-litre gas engine all working together. It’s like a dream team that effortlessly mixes the power from the motors and engine to give you just the right amount of oomph whenever you need it. You can cruise around town in all-electric mode for those chill, eco-friendly trips, and when you’re ready for a bigger adventure, switch to gas-hybrid mode to keep the journey going. You can fully charge the Rogue Plug-in Hybrid’s battery in just 7.5 hours using a Level 2 home charger. It’s expected to deliver fuel economy estimates of 3.6 Le/100 km, with a sweet 61 km of all-electric driving range and a total range of 687 km. You can choose between EV, Save, or Charge modes to juggle between battery power and the gas engine, depending on what you need at the moment. Plus, you’ve got two levels of regenerative braking. Just shift from D to B or turn on the e-Step one-pedal driving feature to make it happen. You can choose from seven different drive modes to get the best power and AWD torque distribution for whatever you’re tackling: Normal, Power, Eco, Tarmac, Gravel, Snow, and Mud. Total system output is 248 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque, helping enable quicker acceleration than the standard Rogue. Intelligent All-Wheel Drive is standard on Rogue Plug-in Hybrid. Nissan Safety Shield 360 Comes Standard The Rogue Plug-in Hybrid is all about keeping you and your crew chill with its 11 standard airbags and a ton of safety and driver assistance goodies. Every Rogue Plug-in Hybrid is loaded with Nissan Safety Shield® 360 tech. So, you've got Intelligent Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Keep Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Rear Automatic Emergency Braking, and a bunch more awesome features to keep you safe on the road. The Intelligent Around View® Monitor gives you a full 360-degree view around your ride, making parking and low-speed moves super easy. Plus, it’s got this nifty Moving Object Detection feature to boost your confidence even more. Technology Designed To Be Intuitive The Rogue Plug-in Hybrid is packed with awesome connectivity tech. It kicks off with a cool 9-inch touchscreen that comes with wireless Apple CarPlay® and wired Android Auto™. Plus, there’s a customizable 12.3-inch driver display and a 10-inch head-up display, all standard. And for music lovers, it features a Bose® nine-speaker premium audio system that makes every playlist sound amazing. Keeping your gadgets juiced up is super easy with a regular wireless phone charger, plus two USB ports up front (one USB-A and one USB-C) and two in the back (again, one USB-A and one USB-C). If you go for the Platinum grade, you also get a couple of 120-volt, 1,500-watt power outlets—one in the trunk and one for the back seats. These are perfect for running small appliances, making them awesome for camping trips or tailgating parties. Impressive Flexibility Thanks To Three Row Seating The 2026 Nissan Rogue Plug-in Hybrid is all about making life easier for hobby lovers, road trippers, and families. It’s got three rows of seats, fitting up to seven people, and the second row is super flexible—it slides, reclines, and folds forward so you can easily get to the third row. Plus, the second row has pull-up sunshades on the rear doors and a tri-zone automatic climate control system to keep everyone comfy. And don’t worry about where to stash your stuff—there are big pockets for phones, tablets, and other gadgets. The cargo space is super versatile, letting you stash stuff up to 80 inches long horizontally behind the front seats. If you’ve got a sunroof, you get 362 litres of space behind the third row. Drop that third row, and it jumps to 872 litres. Lower the second row, and you’re looking at a whopping 1,832 litres. The Rogue Plug-in Hybrid’s wide cargo area is perfect for fitting four golf bags when the third row is down, and its tall interior can easily handle a mountain bike. A motion-activated power liftgate comes standard, which is pretty cool. Plus, the rear doors swing open to a nice 70-degree angle, making it super easy for passengers to hop in and out, or for you to load up child seats or any other stuff you need to carry. Your Next Adventure Starts Here Don't wait to embrace the future of driving. Visit a Nissan dealership today to get all the details on the All-New Rogue Plug-in Hybrid and find out how you can be among the first to experience the thrill of having an EV and a traditional SUV, all in one premium package.

If you’re in the market for a new compact SUV in the Durham Region, we know the choices can be overwhelming. Every brand claims to offer the best value, but what does "value" really mean? Is it just the lowest sticker price, or is it something more? The team at Midway Nissan believes true value is about getting more for your money, not just today, but for years to come. It’s about saving at the pump on your daily commute down the 401, having peace of mind with standard safety features you don’t pay extra for, and owning a vehicle that perfectly fits your lifestyle. That’s why we’re confident that the 2025 Nissan Kicks Play isn’t just another option—it’s the smartest choice for savvy Canadian buyers. The compact SUV segment is crowded with contenders like the Kia Soul, the Chevrolet Trax, and even pricier options like the Mazda CX-5. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll break down exactly why the 2025 Nissan Kicks Play outshines them all, proving it’s the intelligent, practical, and value-packed SUV you’ve been searching for. Master of Efficiency: Save Real Money on Every Drive Let’s start with one of the primary concerns for most drivers in the GTA: the cost of fuel. A vehicle’s purchase price is a one-time event, but your fuel bill is a constant expense. The Kicks Play is an efficiency champion, boasting an incredible combined fuel economy rating of just 7.2 L/100 km. For a versatile SUV, that’s an amazing figure that translates directly into real, tangible savings every week. Now, let’s see how the competition stacks up: Kia Soul: The Soul is significantly thirstier, with a combined rating of 7.9 L/100 km. Chevrolet Trax: The larger Trax pays a penalty at the pump, coming in at 8.1 L/100 km combined. Mazda CX-5: As a larger, all-wheel-drive vehicle, the CX-5 is in a different league of fuel consumption, starting at 9.3 L/100 km for its base engine. So, what does this difference mean for your wallet? A vehicle that consumes nearly a full litre more per 100 kilometres, like the Trax, can cost you hundreds of dollars more in fuel every single year. Over a typical ownership period, that adds up to thousands of dollars that could have stayed in your pocket. The Kicks Play isn’t just affordable to buy; it’s inexpensive to own. Safety Comes Standard: Peace of Mind You Don’t Pay Extra For When you’re navigating busy intersections in Whitby or Oshawa, nothing is more important than safety. Nissan agrees, which is why every single 2025 Kicks Play—including the base S model—comes equipped with the comprehensive Nissan Safety Shield 360 suite of technologies. This isn’t an expensive optional package. It’s standard. This suite includes crucial driver aids that competitors often force you to pay more for: Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection Blind Spot Warning Rear Cross Traffic Alert Lane Departure Warning Rear Automatic Braking Nissan Kicks Play compared to Kia Soul: A Clearer View of Safety The Kia Soul is a popular vehicle, but when compared to the Kicks there is a compromise on safety. Standard features on the Kicks, like Blind Spot Warning, are options for the Soul. That means you have to upgrade to a more expensive trim to get the same level of protection. Additionally, the Kicks Play includes standard driver and front passenger knee airbags—a more modern feature that helps prevent serious leg injuries in a collision. There is no option for knee airbags on any trim of the Kia Soul. Nissan Kicks Play vs. Chevrolet Trax: The Smarter Safety Package The Chevrolet Trax also makes you pay extra for peace of mind. Blind Spot Monitoring is an optional feature on the base LS trim, forcing you into a higher price bracket for a feature that stops numerous accidents daily. With the Kicks Play, you get that protection right from the start, making it the clear choice for safety-conscious buyers. Everyday Practicality: The Space You Actually Use A common misconception is that a bigger vehicle is always a more practical one, but for real life in Ontario, that’s not the whole story. Nissan Kicks Play vs. Kia Soul: Winning the Grocery Run When it comes to daily utility, the Kicks Play pulls ahead of the Kia Soul. The Soul’s boxy shape might look spacious, but it offers only 663 litres of cargo room behind the rear seats. The Kicks Play’s 716 litres gives you more room for sports equipment, shopping bags, and everything else your busy life demands. Nissan Kicks Play vs. Mazda CX-5: The Smart Financial Alternative The Mazda CX-5 is a fantastic SUV, but it competes in a different price category, with a starting MSRP around $10,000 higher than the Kicks Play. While it offers more space and standard all-wheel drive, it comes at a significant premium. The 2025 Nissan Kicks Play presents a compelling alternative for the smart buyer. It offers a huge amount of practicality and an impressive suite of standard features for a fraction of the cost. If you’re considering stretching your budget for a CX-5, ask yourself if the extra cost is worth it when the Kicks Play can meet your daily needs with incredible efficiency and a much lower total cost of ownership. The Verdict: Your Smartest Choice is at Midway Nissan When you look beyond the initial marketing claims and dig into the details, a clear winner emerges. The 2025 Nissan Kicks Play is engineered for the realities of driving in Whitby and the Durham Region. It saves you money long-term with fuel economy that its key competitors can’t match. It protects you and your family with a suite of standard safety features that others charge extra for. It fits your life perfectly with a city-smart size that doesn’t compromise on the everyday cargo space you actually need. While the Kia Soul offers a bit more power, it sacrifices fuel and standard safety. While the Chevrolet Trax is bigger, it offers no real-world utility advantage and will cost you more at the pump. And while the Mazda CX-5 is more premium, it comes with a premium price tag to match. The 2025 Nissan Kicks Play delivers the perfect balance of affordability, efficiency, safety, and practicality. Experience the Difference in Whitby Today Reading about it is one thing, but driving it is another. We invite you to visit us here at Midway Nissan to experience the intelligent design and unbeatable value of the 2025 Nissan Kicks Play for yourself. Take it for a test drive and see just how perfectly it fits into your life. Explore our inventory online at www.midwaynissan.ca, or stop by our showroom in Whitby. Our team is ready to show you why the Kicks Play isn’t just another compact SUV—it’s the smartest one you can buy.