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Switzer Goliath Nissan GT-R

Switzer is one of the most appreciated tuning companies in the world. They have has been focused on cars that delivered blistering performance without sacrificing the comfort or reliability.

Switzer created a tuned Nissan GT-R capable of doing 9-second times at drag race or other, which as covered almost 100,000 miles since its conversion from a stock, 475 hp early GTR to an 800 hp Switzer P800.

The conversions are relatively cheap compared to the achieved performance. Still, a lot more can be done, so people ask themselves: “What if I want to push the limits? What if I don’t want to be conservative?”

The GT-R Goliath was built to explore the limits of Switzer’s package architecture, building off of the same hardware upgrades as the Ultimate Street Edition, as well as the same intercoolers, plumbing, and exhaust hardware used in the USE, as well as the P700, P800, and record-breaking R1K-X Switzer GTRs.

Keep in mind, this is not some chopped-up dyno-queen car. Grinding or welding on the chassis was not permitted, so Goliath’s firewall, frame rails, and power steering systems are totally intact.

The factory AC system is completely intact, and “is a must”, according to Switzer … which makes sense, considering how many of these cars end up in extreme climates.

“At the end of the day,” says Tym, “this is still a drivable streetcar, albeit at the limits of what most people would tolerate in real-world traffic. It’s an exercise in how far you can take a streetcar, which is what this customer wanted, even after I explained the risks and the process. The only ‘race stuff’ in the car is the fuel. In this case, it’s Q16. I’d have preferred something a little more ‘green’, like E85, but that would have been too hard for the car’s owner to source locally. So, only the fuel is ‘race’, really, but that doesn’t mean Goliath is for everyone. It’s not the no-excuses, Veyron-baiting, liter-bike chasing super car. That’s the Ultimate. Goliath … Goliath is just a monster. It’s the limit of how far we can push our GTR package hardware, so it shows the value in those packages as ‘building blocks’ to something bigger.”

So, the result: over 1500 WHP (wheel-horse-power), which is around 2000HP from the engine.

Source: Switzer

January 7, 2013

Jotech Motorsports Nissan GT-R – 735HP

Jotech Motorsports has unveiled their tuning program for Nissan GT-R. One of the most desirable sports cars on the planet is now even faster thanks to Jotech.The performance package includes new fuel injectors, iridium spark plugs and dual fuel pumps. There are also polished aluminum air intakes, K&N air filters and full HKS stainless steel sports exhaust system. Last is the ECU re-map giving the mighty GT-R 550 to 570WHP (wheel-horsepower) on regular 93 octane fuel and up to 600WHP on special E85 gasoline. This is 735HP (540 kW) on the engine.The price for this performance kit is just $10,250. Not much considering the exceptional result.

December 28, 2012

Unlim 500+ : 2012 SUV Top 3 [video]

After 2012 Sport cars top 3 video, Dragtimesinfo has released another interesting clip with top 3 of the fastest SUVs.

On third place you will see a mighty Jeep SRT-8 7.0 Supercharged with Nitrous Oxide System. It pumps 718HP and finishes the 1 mile drag race in just 29.426 seconds with 274.8 km/h. In this particular race, it overtakes BMW X6M PP-Performance Stage 4 with 760HP.

Second is another Jeep, Grand Cherokee SRT-8 7.0 Twin Turbo again with Nitrous Oxide System. It has around 1100HP, which are enough to set 27.202 seconds at 1 mile race with terminal speed of 274.39 km/h.

And the winner is Nissan Juke R Stage 2 with 750HP. The small SUV stopped the clock at 27.158 seconds crossing 1 mile mark. The speed is 287.31 km/h. It is interesting that the tuned Juke R dominates a powerful CLS 63 AMG PP-Performance Stage 2 with 712HP.

Enjoy the video!

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3PsM-9LLnoQ

Source: Dragtimesinfo via Youtube

December 28, 2012

Exclusive: Vilner Reveals a Starry Sky Nissan GT-R

Just ahead of the winter holidays, the Bulgarian tuning company Vilner is making a big Christmas gift to the readers of automobilesreview.com by revealing exclusively and only for them their new and absolutely breath-taking work on Nissan GT-R.

Vilner Nissan GT-R is definitely a very unique project. And this is not only because of the exquisite work and craftsmanship of the professionals, but also because of the “starry sky” ceiling that it includes. Few other cars have the same feature, and as a matter of fact this is the fist car in the tuning history to include such one.

In general the materials used in the interior in this project are the finest leather and Alcantara in black and crimson colors. The seats are mainly in black but include red bands on their borders. Furthermore, another accent here that catches the eye is the red stitching which creates rhomboid forms.

The same motive is seen on the panel, steering wheel, doors and ceiling. And as soon as one looks up to the latter, they see a “starry sky”. This amazing effect was the initial client’s wish and was achieved with the mounting of LED’s.

Under substantial transformation underwent all of the plastic elements that could be found in this Nissan. Originally they were in different shades of gray, but after the modification they shine exquisitely thanks to the Black Piano Varnish applied on them.

If one is familiar with the work of Vilner, they must definitely know that the specialist from the tuning team pay a lot of attention to the details. Here they haven’t forgotten this philosophy and have even wrapped the rearview mirror in Alcantara. Next, the steering wheel was individually modified and now includes elements in Black Piano Varnish.

As it concerns the edges of the door panels and the center console, here one can see red bands which give the GT-R additional sport spirit and visual stance. According to client’s wish, there were also added an iPAD and a stand for it.

Source: Vilner

December 22, 2012

Petrolicious: Napa Valley Roadsters [VIDEO]

Napa Valley, Callifornia: fields full of grape vines, sun is constantly shining and birds are literally singing all the time. Sound like the place for the perfect vacation and it undoubtedly is. However, it is also the place where there is a community of people who are keen on vintage automobiles.

More importantly, they help one another with everything that concerns the parts and maintenance of those vehicles. On the spot this time, through the lenses of the professionals from Petrolicious are the vintage Datsun Roadsters, which are definitely one-of-a-kind and have thrilling engine “voice”.

Being a rear wheel drive the roadster is still capable of accelerating the sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in only 8.4 seconds. It reaches its tops speed of 108 mph effortlessly, thanks to its naturally aspired I-4 engine. The latter generates 135 horsepower (100 kW) and has a 179 Nm (132 ft-lbs) of torque rated at 4400 rpm.

Now take a look at the video below and experience through the words of those lucky men what it is like to have a car such as the Datsun Roadster.

httpv://vimeo.com/55825845

Video Source: Petrolicious via Vimeo

December 20, 2012

Nissan raises a total of $193 191 from the sale of 2012 Nissan Bolt GT-R

Nissan has just raised a total of $193 191 from the 2012 Nissan Bolt GT-R and Bolt Merchandise online charity auction. The proceeds from the auction will be donated to the Usain Bolt Foundation which aims to create an educational and cultural opportunities for children and young people in Jamaica.

As a matter of fact, the competition for the car was fierce, with offers stemming from around the globe during the ten-day auction, culminating in a winning bid of $187 100. Furthermore, more than 100 people also competed for nine items of Bolt merchandise on the auction block, including racing helmets, special driving suits and boots, which brought in a total of $6 091.

Usain Bolt commented:

“My partnership with Nissan greatly benefits the work of my Foundation. This donation will help many kids get access to better facilities, play areas and educational materials in Jamaica. I am delighted to be working with Nissan to do this.”

What’s more Blue Citizenship is a commitment which Nissan has made to accomplish its vision of Enriching People’s Lives. It includes commitment to customers, shareholders, employees and the communities with the aim to bring about more engaging, valuable and sustainable mobility.

httpv://youtu.be/kVEm2h0Y9MI

httpv://youtu.be/NAsk0ruo3Sw

Video Source: YouTube

Source: Nissan

December 17, 2012

Petrolicious: San Francisco Skyline [VIDEO]

Ivan Jaramillo is the main character in the latest video of Petrolicious, besides his Nissan Skylines of course. For him driving is all about exhilaration and appreciating the moment. In fact, when he is in one of his Skylines he leaves all the problems aside and all that he does is to “feel” the driving excitement.

An important part of the experience is also listening to the car and the sound of the engine. And as a matter of fact Ivan says that there isn’t anything else in the world that can be compared with their sound.

Another benefit of owning such cars is that it draws people’s attention, and even if they don’t know anything about it still provokes excitement of seeing it. The aggressive exterior design undoubtedly contributes towards this.

In other words, everything resolves around the passion, depth, and love that this man has for its Skylines. This video portrays the enthusiasm and adoration which these remarkable cars create. But enough talk, check it out for yourself!

httpv://vimeo.com/54827764

Video Source: Petrolicious via Vimeo

December 5, 2012

2013 Nissan Sylphy G Launched

2013 Nissan Sylphy G has just been launched and it includes an elegant and sophisticated design and class-above comfort. Sylphy draws its power by the newly developed 1.8L MRA8DE engine, which is mated to a next-generation XTRONIC CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) with sub-planetary gear. This combination delivers powerful and smooth driving.

On of the most noticeable feature of the Sylphy is its premiuml front grille. To the luxurious feel add the LED-accented headlamps, large rear combination lights and a flowing character line. All these features contribute to a sophisticated sedan style. In comparison to its predecessor the new model is 15mm lower in height and 65mm wider in width, giving it well-balanced sedan proportions.

Furthermore, the interior is even more spacious and comfortable. Sylphy’s high-quality, refined cabin includes a seamless instrumental panel and detailed meter design. The optimized interior layout creates ample rear legroom that is comparable to that of a sedan one class above.

In addition, the comfort of the occupants is further enhanced by the reduction of the vibration with strengthened body rigidity. This also enhances the quietness with efficiently placed acoustic insulation and utilization of a vibration-absorbing suspension.

Other features important to highlight here are the Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) system and air conditioner outlet for the rear seats. They create a comfortable cabin for all passengers. The improved visibility and ease of driving is deliverd by large windows and the slope of the hood, which allows the driver to easily grasp the vehicle shape.

2013 Nissan Sylphy G Specifications and Details:

Design:

• Three-dimensional chrome front grille with an imposing presence

• Front bumper with horizontal design, emphasizing great width and a sense of stability

• Headlights with six LED clearance lights that suggest the ‘power of eyes’

• Flowing character line that runs from curved front fender through the rear combination lights

• Electric retractable remote control body-colored door mirrors with integrated side turn lamps that are easily seen

• Rear combination lights featuring bold horseshoe-shaped design with fifteen LED lights expressing a stunning, high-quality feel

• A total of six available exterior colors, including a new color, Deep Iris Grey

Interior design:

• Instrument panel design gives a feeling of spaciousness

• Instrument panel features integrally molded upper-to-middle section, flowing curved surface and the use of soft pad trim to provide a premium interior feel

• ‘Micro-grain’ that reduces glare and provides smooth feel to touch and a relaxed atmosphere is adopted in the lower instrument panel and the upper side of the front door trim

• Adopted in all grades is easy-to-read Fine Vision Meters with a central color liquid crystal display showing various information, including ECO mode indicator

• Class-above high-quality feel achieved with carefully selected and combined materials used for the center panel finisher

Mechanism:

• Newly developed 1.8L MRA8DE engine adopted in all grades

• Powerful and smooth driving achieved by a longer engine stroke, improved combustion efficiency, improved intake/exhaust efficiency and reduced friction

• Fuel economy improved by 16% to 15.6km/L (in JC08 mode) compared to the previous model

• XTRONIC CVT adopted in all grades

Packaging:

• Front window glass expanded upward to provide easier viewing of traffic lights and signs

• Hood shape that makes it easier to see where the vehicle’s front end is

• Tilt and telescopic steering wheel for most appropriate driving posture (adjustable by 30mm backward and forward and 40mm up and down)

• 65mm added to the width and shoulder room increased by 30mm compared to the previous model – enhancing interior spaciousness and increasing door thickness, creating ample armrest space

• Large rear knee room where passengers can relax with legs crossed

• Newly designed flat rear seat back sides improve comfort and ease of egress/ingress when three passengers sit in the rear seat

• 510-liter luggage space capacity

Aerodynamics performance and comfort:

• New body shape with lower air resistance and optimized under floor airflow achieve coefficient of drag of 0.29

• Strengthened body rigidity and reduced vibration give improved quietness

• Clearance, which is a route where noise comes in, is thoroughly removed and noise insulators are efficiently displayed, delivering improved quietness

• Ride comfort improved by a longer suspension stroke and improved impact/vibration absorption performance

Key Safety and Environmental Technologies:

• Xenon headlights (projector type with low beam/auto-control) (standard on G)

• Optimum light distribution, multi-reflector halogen headlights (manual control) (standard on X, S)

• Auto light system (linked front wipers, dawn sensors) (standard on G, X)

• VDC (Vehicle Dynamic Control <TCS functionality included>)

• LED High Mount Stop Lamp

• ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake force Distribution), Brake Assist

• High-strength body construction (Zone Body), body construction for pedestrian protection

• Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) 3-point seatbelts for all seats

• SRS air bag system for driver and front passenger

• Side air bag system and SRS curtain air bag system for driver and front passenger (standard on G)

• Based on JC08 fuel-economy mode

• Every grade achieves SU-LEV certification, emitting 75% fewer exhaust emissions than 2005 standards

• Achieves more than 95% recyclability rate (where recycling facilities exist)

Source: Nissan

December 5, 2012

The Dark Knight Rises Nissan Juke Nismo

The Dark Knight Rises Nissan Juke Nismo is a special edition vehicle which celebrates the famous film and in particular the release of the the third film in Christopher Nolan’s Batman trilogy on DVD and Blu-Ray. We have to admit that Nissan has produced a truly unique car.

It is called The Dark Knight Rises Juke Nismo and it is based on the popular Nissan model. It includes a host of Batman-inspired details. It is powered by the 200 hp (147 kW) 1.6-litre turbocharged engine driving the front wheels through a six-speed manual gearbox.

The sprint from zero to 100 km/h therefore is achieved in 7.8 seconds. The vehicle also includes Nismo’s bodykit, uprated suspension and enhanced interior. Furthermore, the matt black paint gives a menacing look reminiscent of Batman’s Tumbler, while a shark fin antenna replaces the standard car’s conventional aerial. Aluminium Bat badges adorns the front grille and tailgate.

On the other hand the unique vehicle will ride through the streets on gloss black 18-inch alloy wheels which include bespoke red detailing. The latter goes along perfectly with the eyecatching pinstripe on the bumpers and sills of the standard Juke Nismo.

The interior is all about the Batman theme again: Bat logos on the kickplates and reflective Bat badges on the headrests of the suede-trimmed Nismo sports seats are immediately seen. In addition, the downlighters mounted under the door mirrors the famous Bat signal can be projected onto the floor area around the doors.

All in all The Dark Knight Rises™ Juke Nismo includes the following:

Matt black paintwork
Aluminium Bat logos front and rear
Shark fin antenna
Black 18-inch Nismo alloy wheels with red detailing
Uplighter that projects Bat symbol on headlining
Downlighters in door mirrors to project Bat symbol on floor area by doors
Reflective Bat badges on front and rear headrests
Door sills with Bat logos

Source: Nissan

November 30, 2012

Advice on buying a sat-nav for a used car

Sat-navs really are a handy device that I think all drivers – regardless of their level of experience or the kind of car they own – should look to have. Although these products are now often built-in to new high-end vehicles, if you’re buying a slightly older second-hand, you may find you have to purchase one separately.

Even if you have been driving for many years, I can’t stress enough the importance of getting a good-quality sat-nav. After all, nobody wants to get lost while on the road – particularly when they’re driving to a destination for the first time or have an urgent appointment they cannot be late for – so the assistance such items provide will be vital.

It’s also worth bearing in mind that these devices can also help to make sure you’re in the right lane when approaching junctions, provide directions to amenities such as petrol stations and alert you to where speed cameras are located. Of course, the particular features that you can use will depend on the particular model you buy, so you should consider what you want from a device and which facilities you’re most likely to use on a regular basis before you make a purchase. With that in mind, here are some of the devices that I think are worth considering for drivers of all budgets and backgrounds.

Garmin nuvi 2515

If you want an affordable sat-nav, the Garmin nuvi 2515 is certainly worth considering. Although it is not as expensive or feature-laden as some of other devices in the company’s range, it still has everything you need to help you reach your destination.

Featuring a 5-inch touchscreen and pre-loaded maps of the UK and Ireland, the gadget comes with Garmin’s trafficTrends technology, a service that calculates your route based on estimated traffic flow levels.

Other services include park position recall technology (a feature designed to help you locate where you parked your car) and built-in Bluetooth, which enables you to sync the sat-nav with your phone so you can make hands-free calls.

TomTom Via 135

The TomTom Via 135 also allows hands-free calls to be made, while gadget-loving drivers may be interested in the fact it enables icons and text descriptions to be added to the destinations they drive to the most.

If you choose this device, you can get alerts to tell you when you’re approaching a speed camera, while the foldaway mount makes it easy to attach the sat-nav to your car’s windscreen.

Navman Tourer

Finally, I think the Navman Tourer is a great choice of sat-nav for those who often take long trips, partially because it includes features such as 3D junction views and speed limit alerts.

It also comes with a Choice of Routes service that allows you to preview what the fastest, shortest, easiest and most economical directions for you to take are, before selecting the one that is right for you. Buy this sat-nav and you’ll not onlys access maps for roads in the UK, but you can also plan routes for dozens of European countries. France, Portugal and Germany are just three of the countries whose roads and motorways information are included on the device, so it’s perfect if you often take your car overseas.

Whether you own asecond-hand Nissanor some other car, I can’t stress enough how useful sat-navs are, but what are your experiences of using these devices? Please leave a comment and let us know!

November 27, 2012

Unlim 500+ : 2012 Sport cars Top 3 [video]

Dragtimesinfo has published a new video with the Top 3 of 2012 Sports Car class. On third place is a mighty Nissan GT-R Mk.3 tuned by Ecutek with 700HP. On second place is another GT-R Mk.3 again tuned by Ecutek, but delivering 720HP. The first place is occupied by a third Nissan GT-R, but Mk.2 tuned by Ecutek with 700HP.

The Nissan GT-R Mk.3 tuned by Ecutek with 700HP managed to cover the 1 mile run in 26.779 seconds with a terminal speed of 302.52 km/h. It managed to overtake a GT-R Cobb Stage 2 with 700HP.

The second placed GT-R Mk.3 again tuned by Ecutek with 720HP covered the 1 mile run in 26.626 seconds with 305.86 km/h beating a mighty Porsche 911 GT2 997 Mk.1 with 1100HP.

The first place GT-R Mk.2 Ecutek with 700HP set a sensational time of 26.368 seconds on 1 mile race with 311.41 km/h. The ¼ mile result is just 10.576 seconds with 219.78 km/h terminal speed.

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GVesK5vFotk

Source: Dragtimesinfo via Youtube

November 19, 2012

2013 Nissan Titan US – Price $28,820

Nissan US has announced the 2013 Titan Pick-up truck, which is already available on the market. The pricing start from $28,820. The powerful, rugged, highly functional Titan is offered in King Cab and Crew Cab body styles with a choice of 4×4 and 4×2 drive configurations, two wheelbases and three bed lengths.

The 2013 Titan comes with new restyled front and a new tailgate featuring an aerodynamic rear spoiler. The side steps, which are standard on SV and SL models are also different as well as the colour range including seven new options: Pearl White, Espresso Black, Glacier White, Gun Metallic, Graphite Blue, Java Metallic and Cayenne Red.

The interior is also revised. The pick-up has a new four-spoke steering wheel and a standard 120V outlet on PRO-4X and SL models. Leather seats and Sattelite Navigation are available as options.

2013 Nissan Titan is powered by a 5.6-liter V8 engine with 317HP (236 kW) and 521Nm (385 lb-ft) of torque. It is connected to a 5-speed automatic transmission. The power is put on the road through the rear wheels or an optional four-wheel drive system including different driving modes.

For 2013, the Titan is offered in S, SV, PRO-4X and SL trim levels, along with a range of special equipment packages.

Source: Nissan

November 12, 2012

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