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Germany's Senner Tuning Whitelady Z gets alles weiß mit der Nissan 370Z

Live long enough and you'll eventually see everything. Especially if you hang around the tuner scene. Now, we've been to SEMA a few times and we've seen some things -- many of which are fairly awful, if not flat out hurtful. However, we're not saying that the Senner Tuning Whitelady Z is hurtful. Nor is it even close to awful. In fact, as far as a tuned Nissan 370Z goes, Senner's Whitelady is on the mild side of the salsa bar. In fact, we think it looks good and the list of what's changed is short. You've got some KW coilovers replacing ... Read more →

First Drive: 2010 Nissan 370Z Nismo simply rocks Jonny Lieberman

There's no safe way to say it: this blogger just doesn't like the 2010 Nissan 370Z very much. Sure, it's a fine sporty car that goes about its business quickly and competently, but it just leaves ...

First official screenshots of Gran Turismo 5 released to giddy masses Noah Joseph

Psst...PlayStation fans: Bet you've been getting a little irked about all these screen shots and details about Forza 3 for the xBox 360, haven't you? Well we've got something for you: the first ...

2009 NISMO 370Z officially priced from $39,130 Sam Abuelsamid

The hardcore NISMO 370Z first appeared in April at the New York Auto Show, but Nissan didn't stick a price tag on it at that time. Those interested in the ultimate in factory Z performance now ...

NISMO renting GT-R engine and transmission computers in Japan Damon Lavrinc

Beginning June 1, NISMO will begin taking pre-orders on a new ECU and Transmission Control Module (TCM) for the standard GT-R and its SpecV sibling. According to Nissan's motorsports arm, the ECU ...

New York: NISMO 370Z hits the show floor 7 months ago on Autoblog

We got our first sneak peak of the new NISMO 370Z yesterday afternoon, and we decided the car was worth a second look when we spotted it on the floor of the New York Auto Show today. The jury is still out on whether the fast and furiously styled body kit is simply boy racer or just way overdone, ...

2010 Nissan 370Z Roadster and 2009 350 hp Nissan NISMO 370Z w/VIDEO 7 months ago on Autoblog

The 2010 Nissan 370Z Roadster and 2009 Nissan NISMO 370Z will be unveiled during a live webcast tonight at 7 PM EST, but we've got the details on both models ahead of their official debut. The Roadster retains the same greasy bits as the coupe, but adds open air action in the form of a new ...

Nissan confirms GT-R headed for FIA GT racing in 2009, 2010 8 months ago on Autoblog

Nissan has announced its Global Motorsports Activities for 2009 and it looks like we'll be seeing the GT-R campaign in the FIA-GT1 category earlier than expected. Initial reports claimed that Nissan would begin offering LeMans-spec racers to privateer teams for the 2010 FIA-GT1 season, but in ...

Nissan 370Z S-Tune begins to get official with new images, info and website 11 months ago on Autoblog

Nissan has released four more official images of the NISMO 370Z S-Tune, and the photos show a much more hardcore of version of the Japanese brand's new rear-wheel-drive sports car than we saw debut at the LA Auto Show last month. Buyers will be able to choose between the full-on body kit above ...

2010 Nissan GT-R Spec-V coming Janaury 8th, full specifications leaked 11 months ago on Autoblog

Over the weekend, Nissan and Datsun devotees descended on the Fuji Speedway to enjoy the festivities at the 12th NISMO Festival in Japan. In the lead-up to the event, speculation swirled that the 2010 Nissan GT-R Spec-V would be revealed to the world, but instead, the Spec-V's modification list ...

Nissan GT-R Spec-V release confirmed, possible unveiling at NISMO festival 12 months ago on Autoblog

Reports about the release and pricing of the Nissan GT-R Spec-V have been circulating for months and Nissan HQ has supposedly confirmed the rumors and targeted an on-sale date in Japan in late January or early February. The GT-R Spec-V is expected to be packing another 100 hp through the use of ...

NISMO 370Z S-Tune parts revealed in leaked brochure 12 months ago on Autoblog

We're just over a week away from the official unveiling of the Nissan 370Z, but a factory brochure of the NISMO S-Tune Z34 has leaked out from Japan, showing the two in-house tuned models buyers abroad can choose from when the new Z goes on sale later this year. The first package is the NISMO ...

First look at new NISMO 370Z? 1 year ago on Autoblog

It appears that the current NISMO Fairlady Z S-Tune GT might have a replacement waiting in the wings when the new Z car (370Z here in North America) arrives on scene. The photo above is now making the rounds on the web, and at the very least, it indicates that NISMO will probably have ...

NISMO releases Club Sport package for R35 GT-R 1 year ago on Autoblog

Click either image for a high-res gallery. NISMO has finally released all the details on its line of upgrades for the R35 Nissan GT-R, and per usual, there's good news and bad news. On the positive side, the parts are the typical blend of OEM quality and fitment, with a focus on tighter handling ...

Nissan GT-R V-Spec delayed, 'Evolution' model due in the interim 1 year ago on Autoblog

Click above for a high-res gallery of the 2009 Nissan GT-R. The word from Japan's BestCar magazine is that Nissan has delayed the launch of the GT-R V-Spec in Japan from this fall to sometime later this year or early 2009. The reason for the delay hasn't been divulged, but as a stop-gap measure, ...

Nissan GT-R tuning packages from NISMO coming Aug. 20th 1 year ago on Autoblog

Nissan's motorsports arm has been hard at work developing parts for the GT-R, and on August 20th, R35 owners in Japan will get their first taste of NISMO's efforts. Tuning packages – ranging from street to circuit kits – will be offered in either comprehensive combinations or ala carte, ...

NISMO Tokachi 24-hour Nissan GT-R gets more carbon, V-spec mods 1 year ago on Autoblog

The Tokachi-bound R35 Nissan GT-R is on a carbon-rich diet, as evidenced by images captured by our new friends at GTR-World. On the outside, the trunk lid, hood and side mirrors have been replaced with carbon fiber bits and the rear-quarter windows have been swapped out in favor of lightweight ...

Nissan bringing tuned R35 GT-R to Tokachi 24-hour race 1 year ago on Autoblog

Nissan's motorsports arm, NISMO, will bring a race-prepared GT-R to the Tokachi 24-hour race on July 20th and 21st equipped with NISMO tuning parts that will be available to consumers later this summer. The car is being prepped by both NISMO and MOTUL, the Japanese French specialty oil ...

Nissan GT-R to act as safety car for SuperGT series 1 year ago on Autoblog

The season opener for Japan's SuperGT series is a little over a day away, and the organizers have finally deemed one vehicle worthy to lead the GT300 and GT500 racecars around the track. A new Nissan GT-R, swathed in white and sporting the required safety stickers and light bar, will make its way ...

Nissan streamlines Nismo, extends parts availablity in Japan 1 year ago on Autoblog

Nissan's in-house tuning arm, Nismo, is looking to expand its reach both in its home market and abroad, beginning with an S-Tune package for, of all things, the Tiida. Beyond the Tiida (Versa here in the States), Nissan plans to offer Nismo parts and professional tuning at every one of its ...

Nissan bringing GT500 GT-R and 16 other cars to Tokyo Auto Salon 1 year ago on Autoblog

Nissan and its motorsports arm, NISMO, will be partnering with its affiliates at Autech to blow out this year's Tokyo Auto Salon with 16 different cars being spread across three show stands. On display at the Nissan booth will be the Skyline Coupe Aero Sports Concept and a hopped-up version of the ...

Nissan to debut GT-R in Japan's Super GT series 2 years ago on Autoblog

click above image to view more high-res pics of the 2008 Nissan GT-R During the live unveiling of the Nissan GT-R, CEO Carlos Ghosn made hints at Nissan running the GT-R in Japan's Super GT series. While it was pretty inevitable the GT-R would eventually be unleashed on the racetrack, it was ...

Looking for a project? NISMO-built R34 N1 chassis on eBay 2 years ago on Autoblog

Maybe when Damon's done with his Mr. Two, he can drag this puppy into the Autoblog Project Garage and whip something together. It's one of twelve R34 N1 race chassis built for use in Japan's Super Taikyu series. In 1999, the only year in which it was raced, this particular chassis was the champion ...

Factory tuned: Nismo Fairlady Z Type-380RS 2 years ago on Autoblog

Click image for gallery While those of us in the States must make due with either a modest revamp or an aero-enhanced version of the 350Z, the Japanese will be able to get their hands on a what is arguably the most desirable Z-car yet – courtesy of NISMO. The Fairlady Z Type 380RS-Competition ...

Gear up with the NISMO Spring/Summer collection 2 years ago on Autoblog

Click image for gallery of sample products Aficionados of Nissan's motorsports arm, NISMO, will be able to gear up with new branded swag via the automaker's Japan-market dealerships and its online shop. The 2007 NISMO Spring/Summer Collection is made up of three product lines: Premium, Basic and ...

Hardcore gamer selling enormous collection to snare a Nismo 350Z down payment 2 years ago on Autoblog

When you are called to some difficult duty by family or love or ambition, you take the bitter pill and do what needs to be done. When the red Nismo 350Z above called to Jesse Edgar, he knew what he had to do: unload the immense video game, console, and accessory collection covering every surface of ...

New York Auto Show: NISMO 350Z shines at Nissan booth [VIDEO] 2 years ago on Autoblog

click above image to view our gallery of live shots showing the NISMO 350Z In terms of cars with visual presence on the floor here in New York, the NISMO 350Z is very high on the list. Sporting its Super GT-inspired, highly-aggressive aero package, the NISMO Z is the standout machine at the Nissan ...

Nissan brings V8-power to Super GT 2 years ago on Autoblog

Click the image above for a high res image. If you haven't had the opportunity to check out the Japanese Grand Touring Car Championship (JGTC), or as it's now referred to, the Super GT series, you're missing out. Supras battle NSXs, Zs and Imprezas. Lamborghinis take on Ferraris, Porsches and ...

NISMO 350Z to bow in New York 2 years ago on Autoblog

When Nissan unveiled the Fairlady Z Version NISMO (their description, not ours) along with the updated version of the iconic Z, we didn't have much hope that we'd ever see the motorsports-massaged version here in the States. Well, it would seem that the folks over at Edmunds have it on good ...

Enhanced Driving Pleasure: Japan gets new Fairlady Z 2 years ago on Autoblog

Click image for our 35-shot high-resolution photo gallery Even though it quietly appeared without fanfare at December's Los Angeles Auto Show, the revised Nissan Z car is finally making its official Japanese debut. The Fairlady Z, as it's called in its home market, receives a restyled hood with a ...

LA Auto Show: Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec-V 2 years ago on Autoblog

UPDATE: Sentra SE-R will be available in March of 2007 The Nissan Sentra SE-R, and its Spec-V sibling, is entering a market rife with performance bargains. On the turbocharged side of the fence lays the GTI and MazdaSpeed3, while the coupe and sedan versions of Honda's Si covers the naturally ...

Autoblog Night Watch: Nissan R34 GT-R Z-Tune 3 years ago on Autoblog

In celebration of the Nissan R35 GT-R spy shots that surfaced today, we wanted to take a look back at the king of the Skylines, the Nismo R34 GT-R Z-Tune. For the uninitiated, in 2005 Nissan wanted to celebrate the 20th anniversary of their legendary coupe and decided to make 20 special edition ...






Autoblog Podcast #151: With Car and Driver's Eddie Alterman

Eddie Alterman wades in with Sam, Chris, Dan, and Jonny to talk about SEMA and other recent events.

 
 

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