TOYOTA GAZOO Racing WRC eager to get started

by News Feeder, 01-11-2024, 03:08 PM

Today TOYOTA GAZOO Racing launched the Toyota Yaris WRC and presented its driver line-up for the 2017 season.

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Infiniti 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 named one of Wards "10 Best Engines" for 2017

by News Feeder, 01-11-2024, 03:06 AM

Embed this image on a website using the embed code here. NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Infiniti today announced that its new 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 engine has been named to Wards "10 Best Engines" list for 2017.The advanced VR-series engine, which was tested by the WardsAuto editors as offered in the Infiniti Q50 Red Sport 400, is available across the range of Q50 sports sedan models, as well as the recently introduced, all-new Infiniti Q60 sports coupe.The 3.0t engine is available in two configurations – 300 horsepower with 295 lb-ft torque, and in a high-performance option delivering 400 horsepower and 350 lb-ft torque."Infiniti customers have a passion for driving and offering the new 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 engine helps make sure we meet their high expectations," said Roland Krueger, president, Infiniti Motor Company, Ltd. "Infiniti is honored to be named to this prestigious list of the most technically significant powertrains in the world by the experts at WardsAuto. We are on track for record global sales in 2016 and the exceptional engineering and performance of our engines have certainly played an important role in this success."The new Infiniti powerplant was chosen from a field of 40 new or significantly improved powertrains, alongside Wards 10 Best 2016 winners, in vehicles with a base price below $62,000 and available in the U.S. This is the 23rd year that Wards has assembled the "10 Best Engines" list."The Q50's twin-turbo V6 puts Infiniti neck-and-neck with its German competitors,” said Dave Zoia, WardsAuto editorial director. “Silky smooth, quiet when you want it to be and capable of delivering some pretty respectable fuel economy numbers. We're thinking the new VR engine just might be a dynasty in the making."The new VR-series 3.0-liter V6 twin-turbo engine adopts a series of innovative technologies to deliver an engaging driving experience, including a new direct-injection gasoline (DIG) fueling system. The engine also features lightweight aluminum construction and low mechanical friction – providing highly responsive and reliable performance.The VR-series power delivery is enhanced through a new twin-turbo system, which enables smooth and immediate response under acceleration with power available across the rev range.The VR-series V6 is the also the cleanest and most fuel-efficient engine of its type that Infiniti has ever offered, providing a 6.7 percent improvement in fuel economy versus the 3.7-liter V6 previously available in the Q50 and Q60.WardsAuto also recently selected the Infiniti Q50 sports sedan as one of "Wards 10 Best User Experiences (UX)" honorees. In its inaugural year, the UX awards are meant to highlight exceptionally advanced, intuitive and forward-thinking vehicle systems and interfaces designed to minimize distractions, prevent accidents and improve safety.The Q50 was chosen for its unique blend of driver assist and safety systems, advanced in-dash user interfaces and systems and Infiniti InTouch™ telematics. Specific safety and driver assist features highlighted include Cross Traffic Alert, Predictive Forward Collision Warning and Around View® Monitor with Moving Object Detection. Embed this image on a website using the embed code here. Embed this image on a website using the embed code here. Embed this image on a website using the embed code here. Embed this image on a website using the embed code here. Click image to enlarge About Infiniti: Infiniti Motor Company Ltd. is headquartered in Hong Kong with sales operations in over 50 countries. The Infiniti brand was launched in 1989. Its range of premium automobiles is currently built in manufacturing facilities in Japan, the United States, United Kingdom and China. Infiniti plans to also expand manufacturing into Mexico by 2017. Infiniti design studios are located in Atsugi-Shi near Yokohama, London, San Diego and Beijing.Infiniti is in the middle of a major product offensive. The brand has been widely acclaimed for its daring design and innovative driver-assistance technologies. From the 2016 season, Infiniti is a technical partner of the Renault Sport Formula One team, contributing its expertise in hybrid performance.More information about Infiniti and its industry leading technologies can be found at http://www.infiniti.com. You can also follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and see all our latest videos on YouTube. # # # ContactKyle Bazemore? Senior Manager, Infiniti Communications? 615-739-8404? [email protected]

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30 years on: Nissan’s iconic 1987 Paris-Dakar rally car rides again

by News Feeder, 31-10-2024, 02:56 PM

Nissan Patrol Fanta Limon fully restored three decades after race successFound as a rusting wreck in Spanish museum in 2014Rebuilt by Nissan engineers as a "passion project" at weekends and after workFinal chapter an emotional return to North African desertDAKAR, Senegal – After exactly 30 years away from the public eye, Nissan has brought one of its most iconic motorsport machines back to life. The stunning 1987 Nissan Patrol Fanta Limon Paris-Dakar rally car has been fully restored to its former glory and made an emotional return to its spiritual home in the sand dunes of the Saharan desert.The car's legendary status is second to none, writing its very own chapter in Dakar mythology. It took victory in the diesel category, and it was the first diesel car to ever finish in the race's overall top 10, taking ninth spot. Today, all the top cars are diesels.The Fanta Limon car has been given a new lease of life thanks to a dedicated team of engineers at Nissan's European Technical Center (NTCE) in Barcelona, Spain. For more than two years, they restored the car after work and at weekends, turning it from a rusting wreck in a Spanish museum to a highly capable off-road racer.Pedro Diaz Illan is manager of the Electrical and Electronics Engineering team at NTCE and the only member of the original 1987 team still working there."That was a proud moment," said Diaz Illan. "Our brains, hearts and souls have gone into this project and it has not been easy. But to see the car in the desert again was just fantastic." Success in the 1987 Paris-Dakar The story of the car's success in the 1987 Paris-Dakar rally starts the year before, when Nissan Motorsport devised a plan to take part in high-profile off-road endurance rallies. The base vehicle was to be the Patrol – Nissan's popular 4x4 vehicle – with the team at NTCE in Spain leading the project.The sponsorship with Fanta Limon came through links between Nissan Spain and drinks brand Coca-Cola, which was looking to exploit the global publicity generated by the Paris-Dakar race. Success came quickly, with victories in the diesel class in three events during 1986 (see results table, below).But the main target was the Paris-Dakar. It began on January 1, 1987, with 312 vehicles lining up at the start of the grueling 13,000 km race through Europe, Algeria, Niger, Mali, Mauritania and Senegal. The Nissan Fanta Limon team entered two vehicles: car 211 with Miguel Prieto and Ramon Termens as driver and co-driver respectively, and car 212 crewed by brothers Jorge and Hansi Babler.Things did not run smoothly. The team's support truck broke down on the second stage, leaving the pair without spares for the rest of the race. Car 212 was eventually forced to withdraw after rolling down a dune, but 211 battled on to the end. It was the first diesel to finish, in ninth place overall.Mission accomplished, the cars were retired from racing. The whereabouts of 212 is unknown, but 211 was offered to the Salvador Claret, a private car collection and automotive museum south of Girona, Spain. There it remained for almost three decades.The idea for recovering the car came in February 2014, when NTCE technicians spotted images of it on an Internet forum. Realizing the 30th anniversary was less than three years away, they contacted the museum to ask for it back.Juan Villegas, an NTCE technician and part of the restoration team, explained: "The engine was in terrible condition. It was impossible to start and many parts were heavily corroded. The front axle was quite damaged, but the worst thing was the electrics, which had been badly attacked by rats."The wreck was transported to NTCE Barcelona in May 2014 and the eight-strong restoration team began work, using its own time at evenings and weekends. They searched all over Europe for parts, asking Nissan dealers to search their warehouses for old stock. Some components were bought used and also restored."We wanted the car to be accurate in every way, and were lucky to get the very old drawings and service manuals from NTCE," said Juan. "We followed all the fine adjustments to get the exact Paris-Dakar race set-up."In November 2016, the Patrol was complete and made a return to its spiritual home – the sand dunes of the Sahara. It was an amazing moment for the team."The spirit of innovation that was at the heart of Nissan's entry into the 1987 Paris-Dakar has been all around us as we have completed this project," said Juan. "We felt inspired by the memory of that team, which decided to participate in the most challenging race in the world and achieved such success."The cost of restoration has been covered by Nissan as part of its "Performance Innovation" fund. It's a pot of money set aside each year for projects that bring the company's brand promise – Innovation That Excites – to life.Tech Specs for 1987 Nissan Patrol Fanta Limon Paris-Dakar Rally Car Engine: Four-cylinder turbodieselCapacity: 2,800 ccPower: 146 hpWeight: 1,600 kgTop speed: 150 km/hRaces and Results YearRacePilotCo-pilotResult (Overall)Result (Diesel)1986Tunis RallyMiguel PrietoXavier Juvanteny4th1stBaja AragónMiguel PrietoJulio Vazquez3rd1stRaid PharaonsMiguel PrietoRamón Termens1st1st1987París-DakarMiguel PrietoRamón Termens9th1stAbout Nissan in Europe Nissan has one of the most comprehensive European presences of any overseas manufacturer, employing more than 17,000 staff across locally-based design, research & development, manufacturing, logistics and sales & marketing operations. Last year Nissan plants in the UK, Spain and Russia produced more than 635,000 vehicles including award-winning crossovers, commercial vehicles and the Nissan LEAF, the world's most popular electric vehicle. Pursuing a goal of zero emissions and zero fatalities on the road, Nissan recently announced its Intelligent Mobility vision. Designed to guide Nissan's product and technology pipeline, this 360 degree approach to the future of mobility will anchor critical company decisions around how cars are powered, how cars are driven, and how cars integrate into society. Nissan is positioned to become the most desirable Asian brand in Europe. http://www.newsroom.nissan-europe.com# # #ContactRichard Yarrow Manager – Product Communications (Content) [email protected] Phone: +44 (0)7966 507759Steve McLennan General Manager - Product Communications [email protected]

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Nissan Australia presents its final iteration of the acclaimed Patrol Y61 Wagon: The

by News Feeder, 28-10-2024, 09:26 PM

FLINDERS RANGES, Australia – Nissan Australia has presented its final iteration of the acclaimed Patrol Y61 Wagon: The Legend Edition.Since 1997, the Patrol Y61 has earned an enviable reputation as one of the world's most capable and respected off-road SUVs. Nissan's Y61 Patrol (wagon) and UY61 (cab-chassis) models have been popular with customers in need of capable and dependable off-road and workhorse performance in the most testing driving terrain. From farming to construction to transport and specialized heavy industries, these two Nissan Patrol models have been popular and trusted fixtures."The Nissan Patrol has chiseled its reputation for ruggedness and dependability in some of Australia's harshest conditions," said Richard Emery, managing director and CEO of Nissan Australia. "Patrol has a long list of achievements in Australia, most notably being the first vehicle to cross Australia's remote Simpson Desert, which it did in 1962. We celebrated this milestone in 2012, just ahead of the Australian release of the impressive Patrol Y62, the natural successor to the highly credentialed Y61 Patrol wagon."Emery continued: "The Nissan Patrol Y61 Legend Edition is a fitting representation of what this model has delivered for the last 20 years. Its collection of Nissan genuine accessories highlights not only its off-road capabilities, but the spirit of adventure that Patrol has represented to generations of Australians. And in this 50th year of Nissan Motor Company Australia, it's the perfect time for it to pass the baton of Nissan's off-road leadership to the Patrol Y62."Since its Australian release in 1997, more than 104,000 examples of the Nissan Patrol Y61 wagon have been sold locally. When combined with the preceding Y60 model and the current Patrol Y62, close to 160,000 Patrol wagons have been chosen by Australian buyers since 1987. Nissan Patrol Y61 Wagon Legend Edition Nissan has developed the Y61 Patrol Legend Edition to celebrate its long heritage in Australia. Based on the Y61 Patrol wagon ST, the Legend Edition comes equipped with more than $10,000 of additional value and is limited to 300 units. It is on sale at authorized Nissan dealerships across Australia.Powering the Y61 Patrol Legend Edition is the model's proven 3.0-liter turbo-diesel four-cylinder engine, delivering 118kW of maximum power and a peak torque of 380Nm (manual, between 2,000 – 2,400 rpm) and 354Nm (automatic, at 2,000 rpm). Customers can choose from either a five-speed manual transmission or four-speed automatic transmission.The Y61 Patrol's off-road capabilities come courtesy of various technical solutions. The low ratio (2.02:1) in the transfer case eases progress in steep and particularly rough terrain and the automatic locking free-wheeling hubs (which turn the front wheels in unison) simplify off-road driving in rough conditions. The rear differential lock helps deliver impressive traction in particularly tough terrain. The three-link coil-sprung front suspension aids in wheel articulation, as does the five-link rear suspension, which also uses coil springs. Both deliver a comfortable ride in on-road conditions.The Patrol Y61 Legend Edition comes fitted with 17-inch alloy wheels with 275/65R17 tires. Stopping power is provided by four-wheel ventilated disc brakes.The Patrol has long been regarded as an excellent touring vehicle and its 95-liter main fuel tank, supplemented by a 30-liter sub-tank, provides excellent driving range over long distances.Maximum braked-trailer towing capacities are 3,200 kilograms with the manual transmission and 2,500 kilograms with the automatic transmission.Combined-cycle fuel consumption with the manual transmission is 10.9-liters per 100 kilometers travelled and 11.8-liters with the automatic transmission.Read more about the Patrol Y61 Legend Edition on the Nissan Australia media site.About Nissan Motor Co. Nissan is a global full-line vehicle manufacturer that sells more than 60 models under the Nissan, Infiniti and Datsun brands. In fiscal year 2015, the company sold more than 5.4 million vehicles globally, generating revenue of 12.2 trillion yen. Nissan engineers, manufactures and markets the world's best-selling all-electric vehicle in history, the Nissan LEAF. Nissan's global headquarters in Yokohama, Japan manages operations in six regions: ASEAN & Oceania; Africa, Middle East & India; China; Europe; Latin America and North America. Nissan has been partnered with French manufacturer Renault since 1999 and Mitsubishi Motors since 2016 under the Alliance.For more information on our products, services and commitment to sustainable mobility, visit our website at http://www.nissan-global.com/EN/. You can also follow @NissanMotor on Twitter.# # #

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The Fast and the Furious Supra build

by ben_harmer32, 28-10-2024, 10:16 AM

Just picked this up

3.0TT Auto Aero

Very happy with it, having the roof off is awesome! Running BPU with a whifbits kit

ProPILOT autonomous drive in new Nissan Serena wins 2016-2017 Japan Car of the Year

by News Feeder, 28-10-2024, 08:56 AM

YOKOHAMA, Japan – Nissan ProPILOT autonomous drive technology in the new Nissan Serena has won the 2016-2017 Japan Car of the Year Innovation Award. The win came after exhaustive testing by the J-COTY jury.Serena/Serena Highway StarProPILOT (image) The awards ceremony took place December 9th at the Tokyo International Exchange Center. In remarks, the J-COTY jury explained why the Innovation Award went to the Nissan Serena with ProPILOT: "The J-COTY jury members have awarded the new Serena featuring Nissan ProPILOT this year's Innovation Award for the advanced driving safety systems available. This technology offering in the affordable MPV segment is a notable leap forward in the democratisation of fully advanced safety and comfort systems. We also praise the dual rear door and effortless hands-free sliding side-door functions."On sale since August 2016 under the concept “Big, Easy & Fun”, the fully redesigned fifth-generation Serena available with ProPILOT has been well received by Japanese customers. Nissan has more than 30,000 orders for the innovative and spacious MPV since launch.Certainly key to Serena’s success is ProPILOT autonomous drive technology – a central part of Nissan Intelligent Mobility’s Intelligent Drive philosophy. The winning version of ProPILOT in use on the new Serena allows automated highway single-lane-keeping and, for maintaining safe forward distance in heavy traffic situations, Piloted STOP & GO.These Intelligent Drive capabilities are firsts in this segment: a sign of what Nissan plans for ProPILOT in its products in Japan and around the world.Recently in November, Nissan Serena with ProPILOT autonomous drive technology also won the RJC Car of the Year and Technology of the Year awards for 2016 respectively, as voted by the RJC [Automotive Researchers' and Journalists' Conference of Japan] jury. Now winning the Japan Car of the Year Innovation Award confirms that Serena is the right product at the right time, and that ProPILOT responds directly to customers’ priorities. Serena web brochure http://www.nissan.co.jp/SERENA/index.html Car of the Year Japan official website http://www.jcoty.org/###

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New lexus ls flagship sedan to make its global debut at the 2017 naias

by News Feeder, 27-10-2024, 08:27 PM

TORRANCE, Calif. (December 8, 2016) -- Lexus announced today that the all-new, fifth-generation LS flagship sedan will make its world debut at the 2017 North American International Auto Show next month.



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First Nissan High Performance Center opens in India

by News Feeder, 27-10-2024, 08:27 PM

First official NHPC in India to provide exclusive sales and service for the 2017 Nissan GT-RReinforces Nissan's commitment to offer exciting new products and technology in India together with world-class sales and after sales serviceNOIDA, India – Nissan has taken its commitment to offer exciting new products and excel in customer service to new heights with the inauguration of India's first Nissan High Performance Centre (NHPC) in Noida, located in the Delhi National Capital Region (NCR).In addition to offering sales and service for all the Nissan cars in the brand's current product range, the NHPC will be the only showroom in the country to have the all-new 2017 Nissan GT-R on display and for sale. The center will serve as the exclusive sales and service center for all GT-Rs sold in India.The NHPC in Noida is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment imported from Japan to service and repair the GT-R, Nissan's flagship supercar. This includes a dedicated service bay for the cars, wheel alignment machines, and the necessary tools and equipment to service the car's engines, transmissions, braking systems and performance optimization. It even has a special nitrogen filling station to inflate the GT-R's tires to match its dynamic suspension."I am delighted to inaugurate Nissan's first High Performance Centre in India," said Arun Malhotra, managing director, Nissan Motor India. "The Center shows our commitment to bringing Nissan's best global products to India and our unwavering commitment to provide world-class service to our customers. The NHPC takes pride in its technicians' ability to provide unique, global standards of technical assistance to Nissan GT-R owners across India. This iconic sports car deserves no less than our very best."Embed this cinemagraph on your website Speaking on the occasion, Nissan's Chief Product Specialist for the GT-R, Hiroshi Tamura said: "The Nissan GT-R is the ultimate symbol of Nissan driving pleasure and it requires the highest standards of service and care to deliver peak driving excitement. The staff at the NHPC in Noida have had rigorous training in Japan to provide the world-class level of service to GT-R customers. And I know the NHPC team shares the same passion and enthusiasm for the new 2017 GT-R as our customers here in India."Chosen for their ability to blend exceptional customer care with a passion for Nissan sports cars, each member of the Nissan High Performance Center has received meticulous training in Japan. Additionally, mobile technicians called "flying doctors" will be on call to make on-site visits to help GT-R owners anywhere in India. These highly trained sports car mechanics are able to identify technical problems faced by GT-R customers and suggest the right course of action.The Nissan High Performance Center is located at Neo Nissan, C-26, Sector-3, Near Rajnigandha Chowk in Noida.Time to get a glimpse of the Legend at India’s first @Nissan_India High Performance Centre. #OMGTR pic.twitter.com/7FHYFgEjjC— Pankaj Ahuja (@panku_) December 5, 2016Related: 2017 Nissan GT-R roars into IndiaAbout Nissan Motor India Pvt. Ltd. Nissan Motor India Private Ltd. (NMIPL) is a 100 percent subsidiary of Nissan Motor Co. Ltd. Japan. The company was incorporated in 2005 and offers innovative and exciting products across the hatchback, MUV, SUV and sedan segments in India. Nissan together with its global alliance partner Renault set up a manufacturing plant and a Research & Development Centre near Chennai. Nissan in India has a portfolio of two brands, Nissan and Datsun. For more information, visit http://www.nissan.in.About Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. Nissan is a global full-line vehicle manufacturer that sells more than 60 models under the Nissan, Infiniti and Datsun brands. In fiscal year 2015, the company sold more than 5.4 million vehicles globally, generating revenue of 12.2 trillion yen. Nissan engineers, manufactures and markets the world's best-selling all-electric vehicle in history, the Nissan LEAF. Nissan's global headquarters in Yokohama, Japan manages operations in six regions: ASEAN & Oceania; Africa, Middle East & India; China; Europe; Latin America and North America. Nissan has been partnered with French manufacturer Renault since 1999 and Mitsubishi Motors since 2016 under the Renault-Nissan Alliance.For more information on our products, services and commitment to sustainable mobility, visit our website at http://www.nissan-global.com/EN/. You can also follow @NissanMotor on Twitter. # # #ContactRahul Mathur |Saahil Anant Nissan Motor India Pvt. Ltd. Mobile:+91-9884277251 | +91-9999249149 Email: [email][email protected]|[email protected][/email]ant Shukla |Sheetal Jobanputra 20:20 MSL | Publicis Consultants Asia Mobile: +91-9811515535 | +91-7498657712 Email: [email protected] | [email protected]

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New Lexus LS Flagship Sedan to Make its Global Debut at the 2017 NAIAS

by News Feeder, 27-10-2024, 08:27 PM

Lexus announced today that the all-new, fifth-generation LS flagship sedan will make its world debut at the 2017 North American International Auto Show next month.

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Honda Civic and HR-V Place First and Second with CR-V Also Highly Ranked in Kelley Bl

by News Feeder, 27-10-2024, 08:27 PM

With multiple recognitions, including the Overall Best Buy of 2016 by Kelley Blue Book's KBB.com, the 2016 Honda Civic placed first in the Kelley Blue Book 10 Most Awarded Cars of 2016 rankings. Coming a close second, the 2016 Honda HR-V was named the lowest 2016 5-Year Cost to Own Award winner in the Compact SUV/Crossover category, amongst its numerous awards. Also included and making Honda the most awarded brand on the list, the 2016 Honda CR-V is a multiple award winner including the Best Sma...

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