Nissan Unveils 370Z 40th Anniversary Edition

February 15, 2010
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Not to be outdone at the Chicago Auto Show, Japanese car maker Nissan displayed the 40th Anniversary Edition of its 370Z. The 40th Anniversary Edition of the 370Z celebrates 40 years of the iconic Z car. The first Datsun 240Z hit U.S. shores on October 22nd, 1969.

Based on the Nissan 370Z Coupe Touring, the 40th Anniversary Edition throws in a unique Graphite paint job, Nissan’s Sport Package – which includes a manual transmission with SynchroRev Match, front spoiler, rear spoiler, upgraded brakes and 19-inch wheels – and a red leather-appointed interior. The package also includes plenty of 40th Anniversary badging, including on the rear deck, strut tower brace, seat backs…

Nissan Readies Juke Small Crossover SUV

February 15, 2010
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Nissan is readying an all-new entry-level crossover vehicle which will be dubbed Juke. Based on the Qazana concept car from the Geneva Motor Show in 2009, the Juke measures 4 meters long, 1.765 meters wide and 1.57 meters high.

A mash-up of SUV and sports car, the Juke features chunky wheels, wide tires and a higher ground clearance. Its headlights are split into two elements sitting on either half of the front end. Nine exterior colors will be available for the Juke when it goes on sale.

“Juke brings a sense of adventure to the car market,” said Senior Vice President, Product Planning for Nissan Andy Palmer. “It’s light, nimble, urban, reactive:…

2011 Nissan Infiniti QX New York-Bound

January 21, 2010
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Nissan confirmed that it will take part in the 2010 New York International Auto Show. And part of their lineup for the event is the latest 2011 Infiniti QX56 SUV. Nissan chose the show for its latest debut as they consider New York as one of its most important market areas. And many other automakers also think so.

“Infiniti will unveil the all-new QX56 full-size luxury SUV at the New York International Auto Show this spring,” said Nissan North America product public relations director, Scott Vazin. “The show perfectly suits our needs in terms of launch timing, media attendance and, most importantly, our customer base.”

Meanwhile, the executives of the Auto Show…

Nissan Juke Crossover Confirmed and Teased

January 11, 2010
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New information about the latest Juke crossover from Nissan has been released. The 2011 Juke will be unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show.

According to Nissan’s European Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Simon Thomas, “The Nissan Juke has been designed and developed to give customers an alternative to the traditional small hatchback in Europe. We know that there are a lot of customers that are looking for a car which combines striking design, agile handling and driving pleasure, user friendly technology but not at the expense of practicality and convenience. These unique attributes will allow Juke to occupy a unique corner of the European market.”

The 2011 Nissan Juke, which…

2011 Nissan Qazana Spied in Sweden

December 28, 2009
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A model of the 2011 Nissan Qazana has been seen testing during the cold weather on a frozen lake in Sweden. The SUV, which was introduced as a buggy-style crossover concept in Geneva earlier this year, will likely compete with the new Toyota Urban Cruiser.

As spied, the 2011 Nissan Qazana will feature front widescreen for more visibility, a rear less rounded with a more conventional bumper. The bigger rear window will also be fitted with a wiper blade. Possible options for the 2011 Nissan Qazana may include four-wheel drive and a system to deliver specific levels of torque to each separate wheel.

The production model of the 2011 Nissan Qazana will…

Revised Nissan Qashqai Unveiled In UK

December 8, 2009
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A new Nissan Qashqai will be available to UK come spring 2010. Changes was not limited to the exterior of the Qashqai, the inside was also modified for the UK market.

The revisions in the exterior include a new front bumper, a revised front grille, an all-new bonnet, and upgraded headlights. The rear lights stay the same, but a more transparent lens look is visible. Two more alloy wheel styles measuring 16-inch and 17-inch are also added. The Qashqai will also be available in two new colors: Magnetic Red and Mineral Grey.

The interior is given a new look with redesigned dials. The white LCD screen is capable of displaying lots of…

Next Gen Nissan Micra to Hit U.S. Market

October 29, 2009
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Nissan has just confirmed that it will release a version of its next generation Micra to the North American market. The Micra small car is being sold worldwide, and will make its US debut in the middle of 2010.

The Japanese car maker is already making the next generation of the Micra, and one version of the subcompact car will be made for the U.S. market. The next Micra will be available globally as a four-door sedan, five-door hatchback and a versatile MPV, but it remains to be seen which model or models will be available in the U.S. Whatever the case, the Micra will slot beneath the Versa in Nissan’s…

Nissan Land Glider Concept to be Made under Infiniti Brand

October 29, 2009
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Infiniti is Nissan’s luxury brand, like what Lexus is to Toyota. In the next couple of years Infiniti will be launching its first hybrid vehicle in the form of the M35 Hybrid in early 2011. But the luxury brand is now becoming more serious about efficiency; Nissan has just confirmed that a version of the Land Glider concept could be heading to Infiniti dealers in the not-too-distant future.

The Nissan Land Glider is an enclosed four-wheeled motorcycle, the car uses electric motors to enable the vehicle to tilt up to 17 degrees during cornering, aiding in all-speed handling.

The Land Glider also has an all electric drivetrain that will make the green crowd…

Nissan is already Building its Next Generation Lithium Ion Technology

October 29, 2009
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Nissan may not be one of the forerunners of hybrid technology, but the Japanese car maker is really focusing and working hard to make sure that they are the first when it comes to electric vehicle technology. CEO Carlso Ghosn announced on Monday that the company is readying a new battery that will be lighter and more powerful than today’s lithium-ion units.

According to Ghosh , Nissan will be releasing its first EV next year – the Leaf. Even though the car has not yet been released a battery upgrade is already being developed and will be available in the next few years. The new battery pack will have more power…

Next Nissan GT-R All Set For 2013

October 28, 2009
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The Nissan GT-R is not only one of the most iconic Japanese cars ever made, but it is also one of the best performance car in the market today. And the Japanese giant will only be getting better in the next years. Even with the economic recession, Nissan has confirmed that it is now working on the next-generation GT-R, set to hit the market by 2013.

Although now further details were available, Nissan will release a new version of the GT-R by 2013. This will ensure fans of the car that it will not die off like the other performance cars. This will also position the GT-R in the same lifecycle…

Nissan Revises the Altima for 2010

October 28, 2009
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Nissan just did a modest mid-cycle refresh for its very popular Altima Coupe for 2010. The revised Altima will get a restyled front end, increased standard equipment levels and a renamed top-end model.

The Altima now has a front grilled somewhat inspired by the Maxima, it was also given a new hood, grille and front bumper are joined by a handful of new colors. The inside of the car will also get revised, the coupe will get new upholstery and some new materials. It will also have an optional Bose audio system pairs nine premium speakers with a 4.3-inch color display, USB port and Bluetooth connectivity, as well as a rear…

Nissan Sells Their 2009 Frontier For $26,735

July 22, 2009
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The Frontier is said to be the smaller version of the Titan.  This pick-up-look-a-like vehicle is doesn’t actually look like a truck, it is more look sporty. Surprisingly it has 4,315 pound curb weight and a 58/42 weight distribution, the figure is really so much for a truck! It is a 261 horsepower vehicle with 5,600 rpm and 281 pound-feel of torque at 4,000 rpm.

Frontier is comfortable and easy-driving. The interior consists of a solid foundations provided by the fully-boxed F-Alpha platform. This two-door truck drives like a two-thirds scale version of its big brother, which is to say it’s pleasing to gearheads who value direct steering and a communicative…

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