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  • Tokyo Auto Salon 2012 with Ten Exciting Exhibitions

    While there is much talk about the forthcoming NAIAS, few are aware about the 2012 Tokyo Auto Salon which will also be held on January 13-15 at the Makuhari Messe exhibition hall in Chiba prefecture. The organizers (Autech Japan and Nissan Motorsports International Co., Ltd. A.K.A Nismo) promise an exciting event partly because of the showroom which is styled to look like a racetrack complete with spectator stands and everything and partly because, along with Nissan Motor Co., Ltd, they have a lot of debuts to make.

    In the Nissan corner visitors will feast their eyes on the new edition of Nissan GT-R pure with something called “for TRACK PACK” which is mainly focused to attract motoring enthusiasts who carve the raw experience of a sports car burning rubber on a racing circuit.

    Nissan GT-R Pure edition (2012 )
    Nissan GT-R Pure edition (2012 )
    2012 Nissan GT-R Pure edition
    2012 Nissan GT-R Pure edition
    2012 Nissan GT-R Pure edition

    A different stand will hold the Nissan Skyline 55th Limited Edition. It is an anniversary edition (55 years in the making) equipped with smooth aerodynamic body parts complete with LEDs and other S-tune elements. The lowered centre of gravity can only add to the sporty feeling of the birthday boy.

    Nissan Skyline 55th Limited Edition (2012)
    Nissan Skyline 55th Limited Edition (2012)
    2012 Nissan Skyline 55th Limited Edition
    2012 Nissan Skyline 55th Limited Edition
    2012 Nissan Skyline 55th Limited Edition
    2012 Nissan Skyline 55th Limited Edition
    2012 Nissan Skyline 55th Limited Edition

    Over to the Nismo sector there will be two new concepts: The Juke Nismo Concept and the LEAF Nismo concept. They both feature a sporty and aggressive look thanks to the refreshing lowering design tweaks.

    Nissan JUKE NISMO Concept
    Nissan JUKE NISMO Concept
    Nissan LEAF NISMO
    Nissan LEAF NISMO
    Nissan LEAF NISMO
    Nissan LEAF NISMO

    The Nismo Fairlady Z Version will also take part as the enhanced, more powerful, more fun-to-drive sister of the standard Fairlady Z.

    Nissan FairladyZ Version NISMO
    Nissan FairladyZ Version NISMO

    The spotlight however most likely will be on the Nismo LEAF RC – a full on sports car with a carbon fibre body based on the all-electric Nissan LEAF. Hopefully this car will prove that zero-emission vehicles have a future in motor sports.

    Nissan LEAF NISMO RC
    Nissan LEAF NISMO RC
    Nissan LEAF NISMO RC
    Nissan LEAF NISMO RC

    Finally we have the Autech side of things starting with the. To start off there will be the MOTUL AUTECH GT-R which participated in the 2011 SUPER GT GT500. Back in 2011 it has actually won one of the five prizes that GT-R’s took home that year from the GT500 other representatives include.

    Nissan MOTUL AUTECH GT-R
    Nissan MOTUL AUTECH GT-R
    Nissan MOTUL AUTECH GT-R
    Nissan MOTUL AUTECH GT-R

    The NV350 Caravan Rider is a customized Rider version of Nissan’s NV350 Caravan.

    Nissan NV350 CARAVAN Rider
    Nissan NV350 CARAVAN Rider

    The Elgrand Rider High-performance Spec Black Line – Based on the already acclaimed Elgrand Rider distinguishable for its specific front grille. This Black Line edition encompasses some tweaks on the engine, suspension and body.

    Serena Rider Performance Spec Black Line – Fine-tuned body and suspension give the Serena Rider great road manners and a solid stance both literally and metaphorically.

    Nissan SERENA Rider Black Line
    Nissan SERENA Rider Black Line

    Last but not least we cannot omit mentioning the loads of Nissan/Nismo merchandise, parts and accessories that will be present there.

    Source: Nissan

  • Nissan Juke Nismo Concept

    Nissan will reveal Juke Nismo at the 42nd Tokyo Motor Show, next month. With its distinctive styling Nissan Juke has redefined the highly competitive B-segment, but the Juke Nismo Concept is even more dramatic. The crossover is lower, wider and has a meaner stance. Even standing still, it’s clearly a performance car.

    “The global sales success of Nissan Juke has proved beyond doubt that customers are looking for something different,” said Andy Palmer, Executive Vice President, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.

    “The Juke Nismo Concept takes that idea to the next level. It’s energetic, distinctive and highly desirable.”, he added.

    The Juke Nismo Concept comes with a complete body kit giving the car not only better look, but some performance, too. It consists of a new front and rear bumpers, wider fenders and sill side skirts. The grille pattern has been changed while the tailgate spoiler has been modified by the addition of side elements to control airflow more efficiently. Even the shape of the door mirrors has been altered to enhance the car’s aerodynamic performance and reduce front and rear lift without increasing drag.

    Nissan Juke Nismo stands on 19” alloy wheels fitted with low-profile performance tires. There are also improvements in the suspension, which is lowered and the 1.6-litre direct injection turbo gasoline engine has been uprated to deliver more power and performance.

    The interior boasts a new steering wheel, pedals, gauges, shifter knob and door trims. Further underlining the performance aspects of the car, special leather-trimmed bucket seats have been added while the importance of the tachometer means the dial and needle are illuminated in red.

    A feeling of enhanced sporting quality in the cockpit can be attributed to a toned-down effect applied to previously light coloured surfaces, while the dramatic centre console – shaped to resemble a motorcycle fuel tank – has been given a metallic coating to enhance the purposeful feeling of the Concept.

    Nissan Juke Nismo Concept
    Nissan Juke Nismo Concept
    Nissan Juke Nismo Concept
    Nissan Juke Nismo Concept

    Source: Nissan

  • Nissan 370Z Nismo RC

    Nissan Motorsports has released 370Z NISMO RC race car, which is now available to buy. The radio controlled small car is based on the street legal 370Z Nismo, so it comes with a roll cage, fire extinguisher system and racing seat.

    The 370Z NISMO RC also has all tuner’s gadgets like tuned ECM, race exhaust,  special clutch, flywheel and gearbox. Last, but not least the small car comes with differential coolers,  a Recaro racing seat with 6-point racing harness, Sparco racing steering wheel and carbon package.

    The Nissan 370Z NISMO RC meet all regulations of International FIA GT4 and World Challenge GTS as well as the Grand Am Continental Tire Challenge GS class with some modifications.

    If you want to order one be hurry – send emails to nmc.race[at]nissan-usa.com.

    Nissan 370Z Nismo RC
    Nissan 370Z Nismo RC
    Nissan 370Z Nismo RC
    Nissan 370Z Nismo RC
    Nissan 370Z Nismo RC
    Nissan 370Z Nismo RC
    Nissan 370Z Nismo RC
    Nissan 370Z Nismo RC
    Nissan 370Z Nismo RC
    Nissan 370Z Nismo RC
    Nissan 370Z Nismo RC
    Nissan 370Z Nismo RC

    Source: Nissan

  • Nissan Rogue Krōm Edition hits the market in December 2009

    The new Krom edition of Nissan Rogue will be available at dealerships across USA in December 2009. It features sporty styling, exclusive 17″ wheels and sport exhaust system. (more…)

  • 2009 NISMO 370Z Pricing Announced

    Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) announced pricing for the all-new 2009 Nissan NISMO 370Z™, which goes on sale today at Nissan retailers nationwide. (more…)

  • 2009 NISMO 370Z

    The all-new, second generation NISMO 370Z, which is set to go on sale at Nissan retailers nationwide in June 2009, continues the tradition of the original by offering unique performance and design attributes that true sports car enthusiasts are looking for – straight from the factory. (more…)

  • Nissan Gt-R Specv At 79th Geneva International Motor Show

    The 79th Geneva motor show and the Nissan stand will present something V special this week..…….  the European debut of the much anticipated hardcore Nissan GT-R SpecV. Not yet confirmed for sale in Europe, the vehicle will be on show to gauge media and public interest.

    The new limited-production SpecV model went on sale in Japan during February at seven specially selected Nissan dealers. Targeted specifically at enthusiast drivers, SpecV has been created and engineered for those who desire race car-level performance in a street-legal vehicle. (more…)

  • NISSAN 350Z NISMO

    nissan-350z-thumbI look at her and the only thing that comes to my mind is a song by Freddie Mercury – “I am in love with my car”. Fabulous curves, 19” rims in the back and 265/35/19 semi slick tires on the rear axle. Definitely a good start of the day. To be honest, I could just stare for hours and enjoy this engineering masterpiece.

    However, there are far better things to do with more than 300 rwd horse power. Put yourself in the bucket seat. The two tone buckets embrace you in a firm manner to make sure you will not fly out of the window in a tight corner. On the inside, the NISMO 350z is far from the top-of-the-range equipment. No electric leather seats, no navigation system, no subwoofer in the back. It is all for a good reason. The lighter – the faster they say.

    Nissan 350z Interior

    My heart beats faster and faster as my right hand is putting the key in place. A small twist makes the 6 cylinders sing their song and the fascinating music from the NISMO tuned exhaust system starts playing with your senses.

    First gear, watch out, tires run out fast, keep them for the corners, this car is not made for a straight line for sure. Not that it does not do 60 miles in less than 6 seconds or that it cannot easily cruise at 155 miles per hour(limited). Heading to the race track I can feel the grip getting better and better, tires are warmed up and ready to reveal the full potential of the car. The green lights come off and the rev counter violently jumps to the 7200 rpm rev limiter. A couple of corners and I understand what the geniuses from NISMO have done to the suspension. On the way to the track it felt almost comfy, on the track there is almost no rollover, the oversteer is predictable and great fun to tackle with. Getting onto the straight I start to fear that there is some beast behind me. Shifting up I can feel someone kicking me in the back, thank God, it turns out to be the massive 3500cc engine. Still dazzled by the acceleration I saw the hairpin coming. Thank you Brembo for these 330mm front rotors! The breaking is so violent , my heart stopped beating.  Lap after lap, lap after lap…

    Nissan 350z

    In about an hour a lamp flashed on the dash, time for the gas station.  I let the brakes and engine cool down. The well deserved car wash made the red paint look its best, it was time to go home.

    If reading this you feel like buying one, you will have 4 exterior colors to choose from : Redline Red, Magnetic Black, Silver Alloy and Pikes Peak White. As for the interior there is only one option – black cloth seats with red inserts, a NISMO aluminum plate with a unique number on it and of course a leather steering wheel with red stitches. However, beware when driving out of the showroom! This is not your cozy Maxima and you’d better avoid speed bumps if you do not want to damage badly your exquisite front splitter. Amazingly however, similar to your Maxima, you can do 12 litres/100 km (about 20 mpg) cruising within the speed limits.

    Nissan 350Z
    Nissan 350Z
    Nissan 350Z
    Nissan 350Z
    Nissan 350Z

  • Nismo 350Z

    Nismo 350ZFor the first time ever in the Nissan Z’s 37-year history, a high-performance NISMO 350Z is part of the extensive Z’s lineup. The new 2007 Nissan NISMO 350Z features an extensively developed list of unique equipment – including a special body package and improved handling equipment. This new model, the fifth in the 2007 350Z Coupe lineup, is available with a 6-speed manual transmission only.

    The most striking visual feature of this special vehicle is the NISMO aerodynamics package, which strongly resembles the Super GT championship winning Z’s. Featuring an aggressive front fascia with chin spoiler, side skirts, an extended rear fascia with underbody diffuser and a rear wing, the NISMO 350Z produces additional aerodynamic downforce to provide enhanced cornering and handling performance.

    Nissan 350Z
    Nissan 350Z
    Nissan 350Z
    Nissan 350Z
    Nissan 350Z

    Special consideration is given during assembly of the NISMO 350Z – structural rigidity is enhanced by the use of additional body welds to the already rigid 350Z body and additional supports have been added front and rear. The NISMO 350Z also utilizes special body dampers mounted in the front radiator core support and the rear cargo area, which assist in controlling body vibrations.

    Additional performance features include a specially tuned independent multi-link suspension, Brembo brakes with four-piston front and two-piston rear calipers (with 12.8-inch front and 12.7-inch rear rotors) and special NISMO-branded gunmetal gray RAYS super lightweight forged-alloy wheels (18×9-inch front and 19×10-inch rear with 245/40WR18 front, 265/35WR19 rear Bridgestone Potenza RE050A tires). A special NISMO-branded tuned exhaust adds an even more authoritative tone to the Z’s 306-horsepower V6 engine.

    The 2007 NISMO 350Z is scheduled to go on sale in July 2007.
    Highlights of the 2007 Nissan NISMO 350Z include:

    Body:

    • NISMO aerodynamics package, including front fascia with chin spoiler, side skirts, rear fascia with diffuser and rear wing
    • Additional body structure measures, including additional body welds and front and rear reinforcements
    • Special body dampers mounted in the front radiator core support and rear cargo area
    • High Intensity Discharge (HID) bi-xenon (high and low beam) headlights and LED brake lights
    • Long wheelbase (104.3 inches), short overhangs and wide stance; raised rear deck for enhanced aerodynamics
    • TBD coefficient of drag
    • Strong, spine-like beltline anchored with large, distinctive taillights
    • Aluminum hood, distinctive vertical door handles, heated outside mirrors
    • Four available exterior colors – Redline Red, Magnetic Black, Silver Alloy, Pikes Peak White

    Engine and Driveline

    • Next-generation 3.5-liter, 24-valve DOHC V6 (VQ35HR), 306 horsepower @ 6800 RPM, 268 lb-ft of torque @ 4800 RPM
    • Ram air dual intake, equal length exhaust manifold and dual exhaust system with laser-welded rear mufflers
    • High compression ratio (10.6:1), 7500 rpm redline, eCVTCS (electromagnetic variable exhaust cam timing), twin knock sensors, improved cooling and stiffer engine block structure, small pitch silent cam chain
    • NISMO-branded tuned dual exhaust with chrome exhaust tips
    • 6-speed close-ratio manual transmission
    • Front engine/rear-wheel drive
    • Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic (CFRP) driveshaft

    Suspension, Steering and Braking

    • NISMO-tuned 4-wheel independent multi-link suspension with use of lightweight aluminum components
    • Brembo power-assisted vented 4-wheel disc brakes with four-piston front and two-piston rear calipers (with 12.8-inch front and 12.7-inch rear rotors), 4-wheel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Brake Assist (BA) and Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD)
    • NISMO-branded gunmetal gray RAYS super lightweight forged-alloy wheels, 18×9-inch front and 19×10-inch rear
    • Large diameter front and rear stabilizer bars
    • Vehicle speed-sensitive power rack-and-pinion steering
    • Traction Control System (TCS)
    • Viscous Limited-Slip Differential (VLSD)
    • Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)

    Interior Features

    • Unique black cloth seats with red inserts
    • Red stitching throughout the interior
    • Special NISMO white-faced tachometer
    • Serialized NISMO-etched aluminum plaque mounted on the center console
    • Driver-oriented two-passenger interior environment with a combination of classic and cutting-edge sports car interior design
    • 3-bay gauge pods – similar to the original 240Z design
    • Specially shaped driver’s seat (different from passenger design) to hold the body firmly
    • 8-way manual driver’s seat/4-way manual passenger’s seat
    • Standard automatic temperature control
    • Lockable rear luggage box behind passenger seat
    • Center console with aluminum trim
    • Power windows with auto one-touch up and down, power door locks
    • Aluminum pedals
    • HomeLink® Universal Transceiver

    Safety and Security

    • Nissan Advanced Air Bag System
    • 3-point ALR/ELR seatbelts (driver’s seatbelt ELR only)
    • Front seatbelts with pretensioners and load limiters
    • Zone Body construction with front and rear crushable zones
    • Energy-absorbing steering column
    • Active Head Restraints
    • Standard Vehicle Security System and Immobilizer

    Models and Manufacturing

    • One well-equipped NISMO 350Z model
    • Assembled in Tochigi, Japan