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Tokyo 2009: Nissan Fuga hybrid to arrive in Japan late 2010, U.S. in 2011

After several years of selling small volumes of its Altima sedan using Toyota's hybrid drive system, Nissan is finally ready to roll out its first gas-electric model using technology developed in-house. The first model to be so equipped will be the new Fuga sedan, a car sold in North America as the Infiniti M. Unlike the electronic CVT systems used by Toyota, Ford and General Motors, Nissan has opted to configure its system using a conventional automatic transmission – in this case, a seven-speed unit. The electric drive is ... Read more →

Tokyo 2009: Nissan confirms three EVs for production, including Infiniti

We're here at the Tokyo Motor Show, where CEO Carlos Ghosn has just confirmed that Nissan, Renault's Japanese alliance partner, will boast a lineup of at least three electric vehicles in the next ...

Rumormill: Infiniti working on premium compact electric car?

According to British auto mag Auto Express, Infiniti is in the midst of designing a new small car that would potentially go up against the BMW 1 Series, Audi A3 and Mercedes-Benz B-Class. Soon, ...

Spy Shots: Infiniti QX getting the FX treatment

Based on the gargantuan Nissan Armada, the Infiniti QX56 is one big beast of an SUV. Especially next to the svelte FX, and even more so now that the EX has joined the line-up. Keeping such a ...

Nissan may bust a nut under pressure, recalls 143,000 over tire monitoring woe

If you own a 2008-2010 Nissan with Tire Pressure Monitoring and you live in one of the 21 "cold weather" states, your tires could lose an air load in a big hurry. Nissan is recalling 143,000 ...

Infiniti confirms production of 2012 M35 Hybrid 1 month ago on Autoblog

Looks like Infiniti is getting more serious about taking on Lexus. Back in August we saw the M get "virtually revealed" at Pebble Beach. We've also been following the tale of the upcoming JDM-only new Nissan Fuga, a car which is virtually identical to Infiniti's M. Then of course Inside Line ...

What's Worth What? AdAge looks at values of automakers' marketing accounts 1 month ago on Autoblog

Although auto industry money is a bit tight at the moment, in order to sell vehicles, automakers have to buy advertising. Lots of advertising, in big, expensive campaigns with high production values and creative that's at the vanguard of style. Advertising agencies that can handle the needs of ...

Hand-painted G37 Coupe inspired by Cirque du Soleil commemorates Infiniti's 20th Anniversary [w/VIDEO] 1 month ago on Autoblog

BMW, eat your art out – Infiniti can do art cars too! At the 14th Annual Canadian Art Gallery Hop Gala in Toronto, Infiniti of Canada unveiled their G37 Anniversary Art Project Vehicle. It's a Infiniti G37 Sport Coupe that has been painted by Montreal artist Heidi Taillefer. The car was ...

2010 Infiniti EX35 holds the line on pricing but gets gobs more equipment 1 month ago on Autoblog

Infiniti has announced its pricing and options list for the 2010 EX35 lineup this week, and the news is all good. The Japanese luxury brand has mirrored last year's MSRP on all four models, yet spread some additional icing on the cake to sweeten the deal on the 297-horsepower crossover. The ...

2011 Infiniti M35 and M56 get a special reveal 1 month ago on Autoblog

Infiniti's "swoopy anger" design language has made it to the M line, and InsideLine got some seat time in the V8-powered, rear-wheel drive, M56 and the six-cylinder, all-wheel-drive M37x. The M56 is, of course, the monster of the two and kinda looks it. The black hue and 20-inch wheels makes all ...

2010 Detroit Auto Show main floor is full, recession officially OVER 1 month ago on Autoblog

The 2009 North American International Auto Show was a bit of a disaster. The very difficult and uncertain economic conditions resulted in several high-profile automakers dropping out of the exhibition. Among the absent automakers were Nissan, Infiniti, Mitsubishi and Porsche, and a quick jaunt ...

Spy Shots: 2011 Infiniti QX56 caught on show 1 month ago on Autoblog

The 2011 Infiniti QX56 went on display in the Middle East and some stealthy soul caught a couple of close-up pics from the front and rear three-quarter. It's a much smoother vehicle than the one it replaces, ditching the arcs for hard angles. It also sheds finicky styling cues like the current ...

Forbes names 12 hardest new cars to find 2 months ago on Autoblog

With many automakers scaling back production to better balance supply with demand, it's not surprising there are several hard-to-find models right now. Forbes Magazine made some calls and did a little research and turned up what they say is the top 12 most difficult to find cars. After the run ...

Nissan reportedly readying Quest minivan and Infiniti QX56 replacements for next year 2 months ago on Autoblog

Last we heard, Nissan was rumored to be dumping its Quest minivan along with the Armada large SUV and its platform-mate from Infiniti, the QX56. Conventional wisdom suggested that the Japanese automaker may source its next SUV platform from Dodge since the two automakers had planned to tie up ...

Monterey 2009: 2011 Infiniti M makes virtual reveal in Pebble 2 months ago on Autoblog

If you distill Monterey's week-long extravaganza into a single word, it's "luxury." Sybaritic pleasures are the order du jour in and around Pebble, so Infiniti's decision to reveal the 2011 M on the Monterey Peninsula is a clear indication of the brand's interminable pursuit of recognition and ...

Infiniti teases 2011 M ahead of 3D Pebble debut 3 months ago on Autoblog

On Friday, August 14th at 9:30 PM EST, Infiniti will take the virtual wraps off the next generation M at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, and if you can't make the trip out to California to see the new sedan in all its 3D glory, Infiniti will be broadcasting the reveal live on its Future ...

Infiniti to virtually preview next-generation M sedan at Pebble Beach 3 months ago on Autoblog

Used to be if an automaker wanted to unveil a new product, the car in question had to, you know... actually be there. But Infiniti will take advantage of new technologies to bridge the gap between virtual and reality at the upcoming Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, where it intends to give the ...

Bigs n' Littles: Inside Line pits Ford's new Taurus SHO against Infiniti G37 4 months ago on Autoblog

Back when we gave you our first drive impressions of Ford's new Taurus and Taurus SHO, we expressed a measure of concern that it wasn't immediately clear as to which competitors Dearborn's new offerings might square off against. While carving out a new niche can sometimes mean that you can coerce ...

Infiniti Essence concept to run the Goodwood Hillclimb 4 months ago on Autoblog

When Infiniti decides to tackle a new market, it sure knows how to make an entrance. At the Geneva Motor Show in March, the gas-electric hybrid Essence made jaws drop with its commanding size, beautiful lines, and green-inspired 592-hp soul. Unfortunately for every man, woman and child on the ...

Lexus leads, Hyundai improves, while Infiniti drops in J.D. Power 2009 Initial Quality Study 4 months ago on Autoblog

J.D. Power and Associates has released its 2009 Initial Quality Study (IQS) and Lexus has taken the top spot away from Porsche, the initial quality leader for the past three years. The annual J.D. Power study measures IQS based on problems reported per 100 vehicles (PP100) -- a lower score ...

REPORT: Next Nissan Fuga to debut in Tokyo, foretells Infiniti M's future 4 months ago on Autoblog

The JDM Nissan Fuga is due for a comprehensive overhaul, and according to a report by Japan's Holiday Auto, we can expect to see the redesigned sedan at this fall's Tokyo Motor Show. The sketches above were inspired by a recent batch of spy shots and as expected, the Fuga – which serves as ...

2009 Infiniti G37 Convertible starting at $43,850 5 months ago on Autoblog

As our First Drive revealed, Infiniti's first folding tin-top is a decent performer and markedly more attractive in appearance than its Germanic competition. And now that pricing has been revealed, the 2009 Infiniti G37 Convertible just got a bit more desirable. The seven-speed, ...

Nissan slaps $56,915* Monroney on 2010 QX56 5 months ago on Autoblog

Infiniti has announced pricing on the 2010 QX56 full-size luxury SUV. Essentially a carry-over of the model that was last updated in 2008, the base MSRP for the 2WD model is $56,050 (*plus destination and handling of $865), while the 4WD model arrives at $59,150. Loyalists of the brand will ...

EX Phone Home: Nissan rebadges Infiniti EX as Skyline Crossover for JDM 6 months ago on Autoblog

Enthusiasts couldn't help but be disappointed when Nissan let slip that plans for a new Infiniti flagship sedan based on the all-conquering GT-R wouldn't see the light of day. What you see here is just the opposite: an Infiniti re-labeled as a Skyline. Truth be told, although the previous ...

First Drive: 2009 Infiniti G37 Convertible, MI6's sultry secretary has a new ride 7 months ago on Autoblog

As enthusiasts, many of us are quick to dismiss convertibles as the preferred conveyance for hapless poseurs (BMW M3 cabrio) or fake-bake hairdressers (Toyota Solara). And with good reason. When you lop the top off a coupe, the result is often a floppy, overweight chassis that provides all the ...

GT-R-powered Infiniti flagship officially canned 7 months ago on Autoblog

Any hope of a Nissan GT-R-powered flagship from Infiniti have been officially dashed. According to Brian Carolin, Nissan's Senior Veep of Sales and Marketing, "It's fair to say that there's nothing in the product plan for a flagship right now. It's just not a priority in today's climate." Rumors of ...

Infiniti will not produce show car, but its Essence will live on 7 months ago on Autoblog

Some concept cars are design studies, while others closely preview production models. But as much as we may have hoped, the gorgeous Essence concept unveiled by Infiniti earlier this month at the Geneva Motor Show will remain firmly in the former, as company spokesmen have reportedly verified ...

REPORT: Infiniti M hybrid coming in 2010 7 months ago on Autoblog

Nissan and Infiniti have been lagging when it comes to bringing gas-electric models to market, with the exception of the Altima Hybrid which relies on a system borrowed from Toyota. According to a report by the Nikkei business daily in Japan, that's set to change when Infiniti begins offering a ...

Direct-injected VQ engines coming from Infiniti, Q45 successor on the ropes? 7 months ago on Autoblog

According to Car and Driver, Infiniti is readying a direct-injection system for its 3.7-liter V6 and plans to implement it on the refreshed G37 coupe and sedan before the redesigned G arrives in the next three years. A variant of the twin-turbocharged, 3.7-liter direct-injected V6 originally ...

Geneva 2009: Consider The Show Stopped - Infiniti rolls out its Essence on a grand scale 8 months ago on Autoblog

Infiniti is looking to make a big splash as it enters the European market at an unfortunate economic moment, and not much can tug at the heartstrings of the continent's populace like a high-powered, sexy coupe with a green soul. With the Essence concept, Nissan's upscale brand has delivered in ...

Hyundai Genesis Coupe V6 beats out Infiniti G37 in first comparison test 8 months ago on Autoblog

While we're working on our own shoot-out between the Hyundai Genesis Coupe and a yet-to-be-named contender, the crew at Inside Line put Hyundai's new rear-wheel-drive two-door against one of its strongest opponents: the Infiniti G37. IL's 3.8-liter V6 Genesis Coupe tester came equipped with the ...

Review: 2009 Infiniti M35 8 months ago on Autoblog

The traditional definition of a Q-ship is a vessel that appears harmless, yet harbors deadly weaponry. Infiniti's M-series fits that description rather well. Around since 2006, the M35 isn't new to the scene, but for 2009, the M has emerged from dry-dock with a series of upgrades to help lure ...

The Essence of Infiniti: new teaser emerges of Geneva show car 8 months ago on Autoblog

Infiniti's aiming to make a big splash with its foray into the European market, but it's going to be an uphill battle against the continent's established native luxury brands. That's why the premium Nissan brand has teamed up with one of Europe's most renowned names in luxury products, Louis ...

REPORT: Nissan cancels RWD Silvia successor and GT-R sedan, Prius-fight planned 8 months ago on Autoblog

We knew this was coming, it was just a matter of getting confirmation. According to Autocar, Nissan has suspended plans to create a compact, rear-wheel-drive successor to the Silvia due to Nissan's financial difficulties and Carlos Ghosn's pledge to reduce costs. The first indication that Nissan ...

Geneva Preview: Infiniti concept cometh with Louis Vuitton luggage 9 months ago on Autoblog

Nissan recently launched the Infiniti brand in Europe, but as the automaker discovered when it began selling it's premium wares in the U.S., there's more to competing with the Germans than just building quality automobiles. In an attempt to bolster its image abroad, Infiniti has tapped Louis Vuitton ...

Infiniti developing new crossover, hybrid for 2010 9 months ago on Autoblog

Take a quick glance at Infiniti's line-up in the United States. What's the most glaring omission? A range-topping luxury sedan or possibly a version of the GT-R to serve as it's sporting halo? Not according to John Capps, chairman of the Infiniti National Dealer Advisory Board, who says ...








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