The new Nissan will be available on the Japanese automarket in a limited edition of 300 unints. The price will be around $44,000, not too much if we think that the 2007 Nismo 350 Z is sold at a price of $38,695 .
The new Type 380 RS has a 3.8 litre engine ( the engine displacement is increased from 3.5 to 3.8 liters, as indicated by the name - 380 RS) delivering 350 bhp and torque to 293 pound-feet. Not a very big difference if we think that the DOHC 3.5-liter V6 from the Z delivers 306 bhp.
Nismo has done its usual superb job of tuning and fitting appropriate aerodynamic mods to the body.The Nismo Type 380RS gets upgraded shocks, springs and stabilizer bars, as well as stunning aerodynamic touches to the bodywork. The brakes are fitted with Brembo disc brakes. The Nismo comes with Bridgestone Potenza RE01R shoes (245/40R18 in front, 275/35R19 in the rear)
Inside, the Type 380RS features a perforated-leather steering wheel with the Z logoadding a very nice touch on the car, shift knob and handbrake lever, plus drilled aluminum pedals, a unique gauge cluster and sport bucket seats trimmed in Alcantara and leather.
Wednesday, November 7, 2007
Nismo Type 380RS
Nissan new car - cube
In the interim, enjoy the gallery we've put together of the current Cube family.
Nissan introduces anti drunk-driving technology
Nissan introduces a new systems capable of detecting the presence of alcohol in the perspiration of the driver's palm as he or she attempts to start driving, monitor the driver's state of consciousness through the blinking of the eye, monitoring the operational behavior of the vehicle etc.
This concept car was developed as an exploratory platform to showcase breakthrough technologies that could potentially be applied in future production cars, part of an ongoing program from Nissan contributing towards the prevention of drunk driving.
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. has revealed a new concept car featuring multiple preventative features designed to help reduce drunk driving. Presently integrated on-board a production model Fuga sedan, the various technologies are designed to detect the driver's state of sobriety and to activate a range of preventive measures including immobilization of the vehicle.
Alcohol Odor Sensors
1. A hi-sensitivity alcohol odor sensor is built into the transmission shift knob, which is able to detect the presence of alcohol in the perspiration of the driver's palm as he or she attempts to start driving. When the alcohol-level detected is above the pre-determined threshold, the system automatically locks the transmission, immobilizing the car. A "drunk driving" voice alert is also issued via the car navigation system.
2. Additional alcohol odor sensors are also incorporated into the driver's and passenger seats to detect the presence of alcohol in the air inside the vehicle cabin. When alcohol is detected, the system issues both a voice alert and a message alert on the navigation system monitor.
Facial Recognition System
A camera is mounted on the instrument cluster facing the driver to monitor the driver's face. The system is calibrated to monitor the driver's state of consciousness through the blinking of the eyes. When the system detects signs of drowsiness, a voice and message alert is triggered via the navigation system. Additionally, a seat-belt mechanism is activated which tightens around the driver to gain his or her immediate attention.
Driving Behavior
By constantly monitoring the operational behavior of the vehicle (e.g. sensing if the vehicle is veering out of its driving lane), the system can identify signs of inattentiveness or distraction in the driver. When the system detects such behavior, voice and message alerts are issued via the navigation system. The seat-belt alert mechanism is also activated, tightening around the driver to gain immediate attention.
This concept car was developed as an exploratory platform to showcase breakthrough technologies that could potentially be applied in future production cars, part of an ongoing program from Nissan contributing towards the prevention of drunk driving.
Nissan has already launched and is developing several initiatives to help prevent drunk driving. In June, the company introduced the "drunk driving" message alert on its navigation system. In July, Nissan also began testing of a new on-board breathalyzer system in cooperation with several local government authorities, where an interlock mechanism will immobilize the vehicle if the driver's breath indicates the presence of alcohol above a specified level.
Nissan is taking holistic approach towards safety that extends beyond the technology built into its vehicles. To achieve a "safe driving environment", Nissan has embarked on the Intelligent Transport System Project (ITS) in Kanagawa Prefecture - aimed at helping to reduce road accidents via the analysis of traffic data collected from on-the-road vehicles and traffic beacons. In Japan, the company's safety vision is to halve the number of traffic fatalities or serious injuries involving Nissan vehicles by 2015 compared with the level in 1995.
Nissan revealed PIVO2 Concept
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., today unveiled the Pivo 2, an advanced electric concept car that will debut at the upcoming Tokyo Motor Show. Pivo 2 builds on the popularity of the first Pivo, shown at the 2005 Tokyo Motor Show.
Powered by advanced Compact Lithium-ion Batteries and featuring a unique rotating cabin - meaning no reverse gear required - the first Pivo became a cult hit at shows from Beijing to Geneva.
Pivo 2 Concept Car
Nissan recalls 140,000 Altimas
The Japanese automaker decided to recall 140,582 of its 2007 Altima cars after problems with the air filter were reported. The air filter can catch fire if hot objects are drawn into it and this problem will recall only for the 2.5 liter engines.The problem was discovered in February and since then 4 fires were reported.
To avoid the fire the filter will be replaced because it can ignite if something hot such as ashes or cigarettes enter through the fresh air intake valve. To help avoiding the fire an air deflector will also be installed on the vehicle.
The recall affects the cars that were built between September 25th and May 11th at its plant in Smyrna, Tennessee, and those produced from October 30 through May 11 at its Canton, Mississippi, factory. The Altima accounted for 140,253, or 26 percent, of Nissan's U.S. sales this year through June. The car was ninth in sales among all cars and light trucks in the U.S. during the period.
Nissan Joint Venture With India Truckmaker
Oct.29, Nissan Motor Corp.announced a $500M joint venture with Indian truckmakerAshok Leyland to produce light trucks and engines in India for both domestic and export markets.
Nissan's CEO, Carlos Ghosn, on the visiting to India, is going to discuss a possible partnership between Renault and motorcycle maker Bajaj to produce a $3,000 car that would rival Tata Motor's planned "one-lakh" ($2,500) car in the race to capture share in what is the world's fastest-growing passenger car market.
Automakersare keen to tap the potential of India's growing auto market. The country will move from being the 12th largest producer of passenger cars and light commercial vehicles to the fourth-largest by 2016, according to automotive research group CSM Worldwide.
India is the world's fastest-growing automotive marketin those categories, with an annual growth rate of 14 per cent compared with 9 per cent in China.
Nissan's Monday agreement with Ashok Leyland consists of three joint ventures. One company will manufacture light commercial vehicles (LCVs) for both partners by 2010 and is expected to eventually roll out 100,000 vehicles a year.
The second will build and manufacture engines and components for LCVs and export.
The third, a technology development company, will make other truck products and components.
The Indian auto industry last year produced 11m cars, trucks, buses, motorcycles and other motor vehicles. An ambitious government and private-sector "Automotive Mission Plan ", outlined last year, set a production target of 3.2m passenger cars by 2016, up from 1.3m in the 12 months through March.
Nissan Revives Ball-Shaped Pivo2 at 2007 Tokyo Motor Show
Nissanhas just upgrade its bubble car with a futuristic electric vehiclethat can park in the tightest of spots. It's Nissan's just revived Pivo2 electric car concept, which will make it's first official release at 2007 Tokyo Motor Showthis month.
The first version of this Nissan model, shown at the Tokyo Motor Showtwo years ago, rotated completely on its wheel base to eliminate the need for reverse parking. Instead of backing up, the driver of the three- seat Pivo can swing the bubble-shaped pod 180 degrees, so the driver can face any direction. Is it amazing? No doubt of it.
However, this Nissan Pivo2 electric car is too early to come out commercial production yet, for it's too expensive price.
Designers have added robotics in the form of a bobbing mechanical head with eyes near the steering wheel that speaks in an electronic voice.
The car can also decipher the driver's expression and detect whether they are angry or happy.
The robotic head voices pre-programmed phrases to deal with various emotions, such as, "Relax, don't worry," if the driver seems upset.
"We want people to feel how cars can be so much fun," said Shiro Nakamura, Nissan's head designer.
This Nissan Pivo2 Electric Concept Car will make its public debut at the 2007 Tokyo Motor Show on October 27.
Pivo 2 will be on display at the Nissan Ginza Gallery in Tokyo, for an exclusive public sneak preview ahead of the Motor Show.
PIVO 2 PUBLIC PREVIEW EVENT
Venue:
The Nissan Ginza Gallery5-8-1 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
Dates:
Oct. 13, 2007 (Sat) to Oct. 14, 2007 (Sun)
Time:
10:00-20:00
Pivo 2 will then be exhibited - together with four other exciting production and concept vehicles at the Tokyo Motor Show, starting October 27.
