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Breaking the Ice? How About Driving On It? [VIDEO]

2016 Lexus NX Still true to its ideology of “creating amazing” and still influenced by delivering the most advanced and versatile vehicles and technologies, Lexus will one more time break the ice. More correctly, it will ride the ice. What do I mean? Let me explain.

After months of research, experiments and tests the design team managed to find out how ice could be used in place of the usual tires. Now, the team proudly presents its special ice design tires that accompany the Lexus NX vehicle for a rather freezing ride around the London streets.

The project was undertaken by Hamilton Ice Sculptors, the London-based professionals with more than 35 years of experience in producing innovative and large-scale ice figures. And for Lexus team the handy Ice Sculptors used laser-scanned tires and computer-calculated technologies to deliver the ultimate ice tires.

And along with the computer-based technologies and precise calculations, project like this requires and a skilled human hand and eye for the total success of the project. There were four highly-skilled sculptors that worked for 36 hours to create each of the four wheels. The precision can be seen in each millimeter of the ice sculpture and the fine details surely are not only functional, but are also a special kind of piece of art.

So, how does this thing behave on the road? Check out for yourself!

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December 22, 2015

Nissan LEAF Celebrates its Fifth Birthday With Exclusive Spotify Playlist

2016 Nissan LEAF Spotify Playlist Nissan launches special Spotify playlist exclusive for all LEAF fans out there in celebration of the fifth anniversary of the world’s first all-electric Nissan LEAF. All Spotify users now can search for the “100% Nissan LEAF 5th Birthday” playlist and enjoy the special 10 fan-suggested songs that can be streamed on all Nissan vehicles.

As you remember, the first all-electric Nissan LEAF vehicle was unveiled back in December 11, 2010 at the San Francisco Motor Show and since this glorious moment, Nissan has kept its positions as a world leader in electric vehicles with its almost 200,000 all-electric LEAF units sold worldwide.

And with the recently introduced 2016 LEAF, Nissan aims for even higher aims: the vehicle offers best-in-class range of 192 km (107 miles), ensured by the 30kWh battery. In fact, the LEAF S models will still be geared with the 24kWh batteries that provide about 151 kilometers (84 miles) of driving range.

All LEAF models are geared with a 80kW AC synchronous unit that generates 107 hp (82kW) and 187 lb-ft of torque. The vehicles provide high response, fun-to-drive experience and of course, there are no emissions of CO2.

It is good to hear that leading automobile brands are trying their best in order to deliver contemporary, technologically fascinating and ecologically clean vehicles. Hopefully this tendency will not only remain, but it will hit new heights.

So, how do you find the playlist?

Source: Nissan

December 12, 2015

Here Are Nissan’s Plans for More Ecological Future [VIDEO]

2016 Nissan LEAF FUEL STATION OF THE FUTURE The leader in electric vehicle manufacturies, Nissan showed the first glimpse of its ideas for the Fuel Station of the Future concept in partnership with the innovative architects Foster + Partners. In an exclusive 20-second video they demonstrate their final idea about the future. Details for this project will be available in March, next year.

As you might remember, last month Nissan demonstrated the 7kW wireless charging device that can easily recharge overnight the large battery packs. In fact, the 500 km, 60kW pack is already in development in brand’s Research and Development headquarters in Atsugi, Japan.

All these announcements were followed by the 21st UN Conference on Climate Change (COP21) in Paris next week. This was the place where Nissan introduced its project for innovative Vehicle to Grid system and the advanced second-life vehicle battery that allows drivers to navigate the individual energy hubs with ability to store or return electricity to the grid.

2016 Nissan LEAF FUEL STATION OF THE FUTURE

Provided that the topic about climate change is one of the most important nowardays, and electric motor-powered vehicles are getting more and more popular, it was about time that automobile corporations provided their visions about the cleaner and more green-ish future. We all hope that Nissan is not the only brand that will introduce its ideas about clean energy and we all do hope that we will see a clear and clean future in front of us.

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December 9, 2015

2016 Nissan Quest and its Offerings

Nissan announces details for the 2016 Quest models, which is already on sale at all Nissan dealers worldwide. The 2016 model offers wide range of user-friendly technologies, easily executed commands, numerous additions and of course, comprehensive and contemporary feel and drive. The vehicle now offers one-touch power sliding doors, quick release fold-flat 2nd and 3rd row seats, Advanced Climate Control System and widened rear-storage space.

The vehicle is offered in four well-equipped trim levels that are indeed S, SV, SL and Platinum. And the good news is that all the trim levels offer not only exceptional levels of comfort and capabilities, but also incredible fuel efficiency: 23mpg.

And as we talk about fuel efficiency, it is time to see what really lies under the bonnet. The Quest is geared with a 3.5-liter DOHC V6 unit that produces a total of 260hp (191kW) and 240 lb-ft of torque. It is paired to a Xtronic transmission that provides fast and smooth shifts. The vehicle also features a special 4-wheel independent suspension, 4-wheel disc brakes and vehicle-speed-sensitive power steering.

Also, as part of the standard equipment there is a special Around View Monitor with Moving Object Detection, Bose premium audio system with 13 speakers, Nissan Hard-Drive Navigation System and DIVD entertainment System with 11-inch WVGA monitor. And if there are people who are still unsatisfied with these, Nissan offers optional packs that include DVD Entertainment system, Bose package, Dual Opening Glass Moonroof, Leather Package and Roof Rails.

Prices for 2016 Nissan Quest start from $26,530 USD

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December 4, 2015

2016 Nissan Sentra Comes With Style And Functionality

2016 Nissan Sentra Nissan unveiled a special and dramatically revised 2016 Sentra model at the Los Angeles Auto Show. This sweetie follows the successful revision of its “4-Door Sports Car” Altima sibling and will be in dealers later in December.

What is also interesting about the vehicle is that there will be launched special Nissan Versa Note Color Studio program that will encourage owners to “make it theirs” through a special selection of 13 exterior and interior accents, accessories and colors. Furthermore, there were two limited production Nissan Juke SV packs revealed: the Black Stinger Edition and the Yellow Stinger Edition. Both vehicles feature contrasting exterior color finishes and exclusive design. But let’s get back to the Sentra.

2016 Nissan Sentra

The vehicle offers restyled exterior design with new front and rear fascias, grille, fenders, hood, signature boomerang-shaped headlights and taillights and stylish 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels.

The inside also received its attention and now offers new steering wheel, power driver seat with power lumbar, center cluster and audio display design and refined seat coatings. The interior also meets driver and passengers with instrument panel with TFT LCD flat panel display and SV, SR and SL trim levels will also offer a 5.0-inch advanced Drive-Assist Display.

2016 Nissan Sentra

Other features are the soft-touch instrument panel and door armrests, coated with leather, Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control, Bose Premium audio system with eight speakers and keyless entry.

In term of safety features, the vehicle is geared with the advanced Safety Shield Technologies that include Forward Emergency Braking, Intelligent Cruise Control, Blin Spot Warning and Rear Cross Traffic Alert.

On the other hand, the drivetrain system is also enhanced. The suspension had its own fine-tuning and offers improved damper rates and stiffness. The handling is also made easier thanks to the next-gen D-Step Logic Control for Xtronic gearbox. This system contributes to more stable and natural feel. The vehicle is geared with 1.8-liter 4-cylinder unit, paired to a Xtronic transmission, but there is also available a 6-speed manual gearbox.

2016 Nissan Sentra

The sweetie is offered with six trim levels: S 6MT, S Xtronic, FE+ S, SV, SR and SL.

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November 21, 2015

Nissan JUKE Stinger Editions by Color Studio Mimic the Bumblebee

Nissan JUKE Stinger Editions Yellow and Black Nissan JUKE Stinger Editions by Color Studio looks just like the Bumblebee! Of course, there is no other reason than its exterior colors which are black and yellow. Featuring the SV trim of the famous JUKE, this one is really tough to ignore. The so called “Color Studio” is actually a program, which allows you to personalize your vehicle through thousands of combinations of special color accessories. And this program is not only available for the JUKE, it will be soon featured for the Versa Note.

There are actually two variants prepared by Color Studio: Black Stinger Edition and Yellow Stinger Edition. They have in common that they both will be produced in a limited run, but also they have the same yellow interior, including JUKE’s signature painted center console.

Black & Yellow

Nissan JUKE Black Stinger Editions

Let’s start with the Yellow Stinger Edition. It is characterized by black-painted outside mirrors, door handles, rear spoiler and 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels. The contrasting yellow is featured on the front and rear bumper, center console, power window switch plates, air vent rings, steering wheel stitching, shift knob accent. Inside, the seats have been designed in unique black and yellow theme including the cloth for the door trim inserts.

Except for the exterior design scheme, the Black Stinger Edition is the same inside as the aforementioned one. Precisely, it is the opposite of the Yellow Stinger, meaning that it includes yellow-painted outside mirrors, door handles, rear spoiler; black-painted 17-inch alloys and yellow-painted front and rear bumper accents. Yellow is also the color choice for the center console, power window switch plates, air vent rings, steering wheel stitching, shift knob accent.

The option pack Stinger Edition has a starting price over the regular pricing of the JUKE SV. It is $990 USD. If you are considering buying it, you should also prepare at least $22,300 USD for the front-wheel drive model of the JUKE SV. The all wheel drive variant is $24,150 USD.

As an option, the Color Studio offers other black or yellow accessories, such as a hatch handle finisher, lower hatch accent, side door sills, headlight trim rings, floor mats and yellow center wheel caps.

Nissan JUKE Stinger Editions will be available on the market in January.

Source: Nissan

November 19, 2015

2016 Nissan Navara Comes With a Rather Overconfident Promise

2016 Nissan NP300 Navara is believed to become world’s most comfortable standard mass production pickup truck. Or at least Nissan team is confident enough to make such a statement. But let’s presume it eventually will happen.

The achievement is made possible thanks to a standing brief to Nissan’s engineers and designers during the development phase: deliver a vehicle that can offer the same levels of comfort and pleasure as Nissan’s class-leading crossover vehicles.

So, what will we get? A fresh lightweight multi-link system that gives (or it is expected to give) superior ride quality. Including payload ratings, towing capacity, durability and flexibility. Oh, yeah. And let’s not forget the off-road performance.

The latest Navara model will be with 20kg lighter than its predecessor and will benefit from redesigned suspension and improved class-leading fuel efficiency. Furthermore, payload ratings are in excess of one-ton across the lineup at the moment. And at the same time the model will also offer the impressive 3,500 towing capacity. Surely this will make the NP300 Navara one of the most capable pick up vehicles at the moments.

The previous model, the 2015 Navara offers refined looks and sweet and elegant lines, while the interior benefits from high quality materials, aluminum components, high-res TFT display and numerous more. The vehicle surely has great power, thanks to the 4-cylinder 2.5-liter diesel or petrol units.

The 2015 version definitely offers some smooth and pleasurable drive, but the question remains: will the 2016 be that good and more importantly, will Nissan stay true to the promise to deliver us world’s most comfortable mass production pickup truck?

Source: Nissan

November 10, 2015

2016 TITAN XD Is Nissan’s Choice for Land Speed Record Event

2016 Nissan TITAN XD Shortly after being named the “Truck of Texas” by the Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA), the 2016 TITAN XD, geared with Cummins 5.0-liter V8 Turbo Diesel is the ideal, most flexible and trustworthy land speed record racer. Dubbed “Project Triple Nickel” as an homage to the stock TITAN XD’s titanic 555 lb.-ft. of torque, the one-of-a-kind truck was unveiled today at the 2015 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show.

2016 Nissan TITAN XD

“Project Triple Nickel” is a special collaboration project between Cummins and Nissan North America. Both brands currently employ land speed class record holders and both at Bonneville, along with the East Coast Timing Association that holds events in Wilmington, Ohio. All these employees, completely on a volunteer basis will help and guide the ongoing event, all with truck competing in the D/DT class (with current record of 191mph/343km/h), along with FIA class A-III-9 (115 mph/207km/h as a record).

As you might know, Cummins has a long and compelling history in land-speed that first started back in 1931 on Daytona Beach and continued to the salty flats of Bonneville and airstrips of Wilmington, Ohio. And since then, Cummins became a symbol of durability, endurance and will. In later years, the spirit of the race has also been proven at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway with off-shore racing, DAKAR rallies and numerous competitive pulling events that demonstrate the incredible characteristics and appearance of the Cummins DNA.

2016 Nissan TITAN XD

2016 TITAN XD

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November 5, 2015

Nissan GT-R NISMO N-Attack Supported by STILLEN Makes Record at Nürburgring [VIDEO]

Nissan GT-R NISMO N-Attack Side View As you might have heard #2015SEMA is happening in Las Vegas at the moment. The event will carry on until tomorrow, so if you happen to be there go and visit it. I promise you won’t be sorry. One of the reasons for going there, especially if you are car-fanatic, is the presence of the special Nissan GT-R NISMO N Attack Package. I have already spoken about it, but the surprise here is that this car is equipped with a variety of dedicated optional parts for the GT-R all made by STILLEN.

The special pack comprises of unique and dedicated parts that were developed through the time attack project at Nürburgring in Germany. There, the Nissan GT-R NISMO recorded a time of 7 minutes 8.679 seconds, which is the fastest recorded time for a volume production vehicle. Everything was taped and you can watch the GT-R Time Attack making the record in the video below.

Nissan GT-R NISMO N-Attack Wing

So, basically, the NISMO N Attack Package was developed specifically to achieve maximum speed. Its aerodynamics is better due to the necessity for superior down-force. In addition, the suspension was improved even further so it can handle the punishing road surface full of undulations and turbulent fluctuations. The car also includes full bucket seats that are necessary for maintaining the best driving position.

And if you have a GT-R already, then you should not wait any longer, but contact STILLEN. The company is official installer and certified sales agency of these parts. And let me tell you a secret: in order to receive the certification for NISMO N Attack Package, STILLEN was trained at the NISMO Omori Factory in Japan. There, its specialists were taught all the techniques required for special assembly processes, servicing and maintenance for each N Attack Package.

Make sure to check out the videos below:

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November 5, 2015

Nissan Team Offers a Challenge to All Altima Fans Out There

2016 Nissan Altima Nissan started a challenge that is entirely fan-focused. Widely reviewed on all social media sites, the Nissan crew wants to challenge anyone to prove himself as worthy for the latest Altima model. What is required, brand’s fans should watch closely for screenshots and answer questions about footage, which features Altima in flashing lights, reflective glass, fast-moving scenes and other. In this way, all participants will have the chance to win one of the 10 cash prices. The contest will be running along all social media from 1 p.m. ET on Monday, November 2, until 11:59 p.m. ET on Monday, November 16.

As you might know, Altima is Nissan’s best-selling vehicle in North America and with the latest 2016 model year the brand makes it even better. Now the special car comes with restyled exterior and interior, along with some even better technology units, along with upgraded safety features. In addition, highway fuel economy is further improved to deliver outstanding performance. And this is not all. With the addition of the latest SR model, 2016 Altima is available in a choice of seven trims: 2.5, 2.5 S, 2.5 SR, 2.5 SV, 2.5 SL, 3.5 SR and 3.5 SL. In fact, the five 2,5-liter units come with 182hp (133 kW) DOHC inline 4-cylinder units, while the 3.5-liter versions offer a total of 270hp (198 kW) via DOHC V6 engines.

2016 Nissan Altima

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November 2, 2015

Nissan IDS Concept Shows a Glimpse of the Future!

2015 Nissan IDS Concept Today, at the Tokyo Motor Skow 2015, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. unveiled the special concept that embodies Nissan’s visions for the future: the zero emission, autonomous driving Nissan IDS Concept. After countless hours of improving the EV technology, the engineering team finally achieved its goal. The vehicle comes with advanced control and safety technologies, along with cutting-edge artificial intelligence. So, let’s check out this sweetie in details.

Nissan IDS Concept experience

Many view the future of autonomous drive to be a sort of driving from point A to point B without some extravagant and intricate maneuvers, but Nissan team doesn’t think so. This Concept will go for even higher goals: to mimic driver’s manners and offer a driving experience just like his own. So, is it possible?

Even with the latest tech devices, the Concept still offers and Manual Drive mode. It offers linear and smooth acceleration and excellent flexibility. But behind the scenes, the special vehicle continues to provide some assistance and it “learns” at the same time. The EV is ready to take the control over itself, when it is exposed to danger, for example, or when it has to communicate with the driver. Furthermore, the IDS will give any useful information for the traffic conditions and personal interest.

Interior

2015 Nissan IDS Concept

Even being a hatchback, the Nissan IDS Concept offers long wheelbase that provides comfortable seating space and offers even more space when the pilot mode is engaged. This is the special mode that makes the steering wheel to go inside the central console and being replaced by a big flat screen. Yep, it sounds like the future already. But being a hi-tech place, doesn’t ultimately mean it is not comfortable and pleasurable place. The cabin is comprised with mesh leather, all the seats rotate slightly inwards and you will feel as you are relaxing in the living room. How cool is that?

And when the driver selects the Manual Mode, the interior one more time transforms and all the seats face forward. The steering wheel appears along with all the additional driving controls, along with a special heads-up display.

Exterior

2015 Nissan IDS Concept

Even though it is a tough task to make people fully trust the technology itself, Nissan tried its best. Along with the innovative communication capabilities, the vehicle will make you confident and relaxed the moment you enter the vehicle. But what about the exterior? There are numerous lights and illuminated signals. The vehicle also demonstrates sweet and beautiful body line that is actually a LED that Nissan team named Intention Indicator. When there are pedestrians coming near the machine, the strip shines white, which means it is aware of them.

The height of the full carbon fiber body is 1,380mm, while the positioning the tires close to the corners maximazes the interior space. The vehicle is geared with large-diameter wheels for high performance, but still smooth drive.

The high-tech units

2015 Nissan IDS Concept

Nissan IDS Concept is geared with 60 kWh battery and thanks to the aerodynamics, low stance and reduced weight the car meets all requirements for long-distance runs. Nissan also incorporated Piloted Pack technology that can be operated with smart phone or tablet.

So, it looks like Nissan strikes one more time. Beautiful, contemporary and flexible. Definitely a vehicle from the future.

Source: Nissan

October 28, 2015

Is This The Next Generation Nissan Leaf?

Nissan Leaf Teaser ‘Together we ride to Tokyo’ is what Nissan has to say about this image. The Japanese company also revealed that this is the ‘future vision of car intelligence and electrification’ and that the car from the teaser image will be previewed at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show. Since we know these facts, it is perfectly logical to ask whether this could be the next Nissan Leaf.

And since we have made a highlighted version of the image, which is shown below, it surely speaks in favor of our theory, doesn’t it? However, Nissan might have different plans for the future and might want to introduce a brand new model line which will be based on this concept. In other words, we should be expecting everything.

New generation Leaf or not, this vehicle will definitely be 100% electric, have a shape of a compact crossover and feature exclusive exterior styling and highly technological interior. Furthermore, if we recall facts well, back in September Nissan released a report stating that a new version of the Leaf (which is intended only for Tokyo) will use brand new batteries.

The new battery pack will offer a driving range of up to 400 km (250 miles). Compare this to the current Leaf and you’ll get how big the step forward is. Precisely, the current generation Leaf can go on a single battery charge up to 250 km (150 miles). At last, we should also say that the new battery technology will also be used in vehicles like an electrified crossover and luxurious sedan.

Nissan Leaf Highlight

Source: Nissan

October 26, 2015

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