Tennessee’s manufacturing sector has achieved a significant milestone with the Nissan Rogue being crowned the “Coolest Thing Made in Tennessee” for 2024. This inaugural honor, bestowed by the Tennessee Manufacturers Association, underscores the state’s emergence as a leading hub for automotive production and innovation.
The Rogue’s resounding victory in a statewide competition, securing over 75,000 votes, is a testament to its popularity and the pride Tennesseans hold in their local manufacturing. Produced at Nissan’s Smyrna plant and equipped with engines from Decherd, the Rogue exemplifies the state’s automotive prowess.
This achievement not only celebrates the Rogue’s success but also propels Tennessee’s reputation as a center of automotive excellence. The 2025 Nissan Rogue seamlessly blends advanced safety with intelligent driving assistance.
Standard on every trim, Nissan Safety Shield 360 provides a comprehensive suite of active safety features, including automatic emergency braking and blind spot warning, to help prevent accidents.
The Rogue’s driving experience is further raised by ProPILOT Assist technologies, which offer a range of driver-assistive functions, from adaptive cruise control to hands-on lane centering. Notably, the 2025 model introduces ProPILOT Assist 2.1 and Invisible Hood View, expanding the Rogue’s capabilities both on and off the pavement.
As a product of Nissan’s substantial investment in its Smyrna, Tennessee, manufacturing plant, the Rogue represents a fusion of technological innovation and domestic production, solidifying its position as a leading compact crossover.
