Green Car Congress

AUGUST 24, 2018

Infiniti unveiled its electric Prototype 10 at the 2018 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. The concept represents a physical manifestation of Infiniti’s plans for electrified performance. From 2021, every new Infiniti model will be electrified, featuring hybrid or battery electric technology to enhance performance.

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Infinity Concept Electrical Electric 170

Green Car Congress

MARCH 7, 2012

Nissan unveiled the Hi-Cross Concept hybrid at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show, heralding a possible new design direction for the company as well as a possible expansion of the current Juke-Qashqai-Murano portfolio. The Hi-Cross Concept hybrid. Click to enlarge. Earlier post. ) Earlier post. )

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Nissan Concept Lithium Ion Hybrid 186

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 20, 2013

As background, in 2010, Nissan introduced the FR-Hybrid system, a front-engine, rear-wheel drive one-motor, two clutch powertrain offered in the Infiniti M. In a parallel system, the engine power and the motor power are completely independent—it’s a design choice. Design flexibility. Earlier post.) —Owen Thunes.

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Engine Hybrid Fuel Economy Li-ion 220

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 13, 2011

liter engine vehicles as well as a new front-wheel-drive parallel hybrid system using the one-motor, two-clutch design earlier applied in the rear-wheel drive Infiniti M35 ( earlier post ). The result is a compact, versatile powertrain that does not require a specially designed body. Click to enlarge.

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Nissan Hybrid Fuel Motors 199

Green Car Congress

MARCH 29, 2018

Designers maximized interior space for storage versatility, meeting the requirements of eco customers with active lifestyle pursuits. The front suspension features a MacPherson strut system using an innovative sub-frame bushing design for enhanced comfort and reduced NVH. Smartphone integration is also included in the premium system.

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New York Hyundai Miles Range 191

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 30, 2016

At the Paris Motor Show, Infiniti unveiled the new VC-Turbo (Variable Compression Turbo)—the first production-ready variable compression ratio engine. Infiniti engineers are targeting 27% greater fuel efficiency over similarly-powered V6 gasoline engines, depending upon vehicle application. Infiniti benchmarked the 2.0-liter

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The Truth About Cars

JUNE 21, 2024

The latter part of the Seventies ushered in downsizing subsequent to the 1973 OPEC embargo and emissions regulation. Luxury buyers wanted neither downsizing nor smog-strangled engines.& The idea suggested they could use DOHC or an OHV design.& Change was in the wind within GM and at the competition.

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