Nissan North America Launches National Wholesale Parts Rewards Loyalty Program

FRANKLIN, Tenn., June 22 /PRNewswire/ -- Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) has launched a national wholesale parts loyalty program on behalf of its Nissan and Infiniti dealer networks.  Designed to increase Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) collision and mechanical parts sales, the "Rewards Loyalty" program allows independent body shops and repair facilities to earn points that can be redeemed for more than 3,000 premiums selected from an online catalog.  Advantage DataSystems Corporation has been selected to administer the program.

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"Encouraging independent shop owners to purchase genuine OEM parts through their local Nissan and Infiniti dealers is a win-win-win," said Ron Stukenberg, senior manager, Wholesale & Collision Parts, NNA.  "Our dealers benefit from increased parts sales and a closer relationship with their local business community, our Nissan and Infiniti owners benefit through the assurance that approved factory parts have been used in their repairs, and the shop owners know they are getting quality parts plus an added reward."

Once Nissan and Infiniti dealers enroll in the Rewards Loyalty program, they select the wholesale mechanical program and collision repair network facilities they wish to include (participation is free for the shops).  Each shop is then sent an I.D. number and instructions for online enrollment.  Points are earned with purchases, with rewards available from just 20 points.  

Advantage DataSystems Corporation was chosen by NNA after an extensive review.  The company's unique multi-brand loyalty platform allows shops to accumulate points from multiple OEMs and suppliers, thereby earning more meaningful rewards.

"We like the fact that shops can earn points quickly and from multiple sources, providing real value to the participants and encouraging them to sign up with our dealers," added Stukenberg.

Participating shops receive a monthly Nissan/Infiniti Parts Reward e-mail statement with their points balance, points activity and participating dealer promotions.

"We are thrilled to be supporting Nissan North America's marketing efforts to increase their OEM parts sales through it dealer network," said Bob Kirstiuk, president, Advantage DataSystems.  "We're excited to have Nissan as the first vehicle manufacturer to take this progressive step and look forward to more manufacturers moving in this same direction."

About Nissan in North America

In North America, Nissan's operations include automotive styling, engineering, consumer and corporate financing, sales and marketing, distribution and manufacturing.  Nissan is dedicated to improving the environment under the Nissan Green Program 2010, whose key priorities are reducing CO2 emissions, cutting other emissions and increasing recycling.  More information on Nissan in North America and the complete line of Nissan and Infiniti vehicles can be found online at www.NissanUSA.com and www.infinitiusa.com.

About Advantage DataSystems Corporation

On behalf of over 2,000 dealer parts department and related services supplier clients, Advantage provides intelligent parts sales and marketing services directly to the automotive repair industry.  Advantage corporate offices are located in Vancouver, BC, Canada and serve as operations center for its Canadian, US and UK businesses.  www.AdvantageDS.com

SOURCE Nissan North America, Inc.