How sneakers and football helmets inspired Nissan Kicks’ new look

NASHVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Examine the sole of most athletic shoes, and you’ll find a grippy crosshatch pattern in the rubber. Look closely at the 2025 Nissan Kicks, and you’ll notice a similar geometric design on the front bumper and rocker panels. It’s one of many sneaker-inspired cues found throughout the vehicle, and an example of how Nissan designers looked beyond the automotive world to deliver a fresh, bold look. Starting from scratch – twice “When we first set out to design the