INFINITI News
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The last major update for Infiniti’s midsize G37 came in 2007 for the sedan, 2008 for the coupe and 2009 for the convertible. Since then, BMW has launched an all-new 3-Series sedan, Mercedes-Benz has revamped its C-Class product line (which now includes a coupe) and Cadillac is poised to launch the ATS compact luxury sedan. Even rival Lexus is in the midst of an impressive update cycle, with new GS and ES models either here or on the way. That means it gets harder by the day to keep customers interested in the Infiniti G series products, so a new Infiniti G Series range is badly needed...
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Sebastian Vettel Channels His Inner Bruce Lee: VideoSebastian Vettel is a “brand ambassador” for Infiniti, so you can expect to see him in various ad campaigns for the luxury auto brand. The latest kicks off Infiniti’s Inspired Performance series of viral videos, and it pits Vettel against a gang of thieves in a classic martial...
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Infiniti Confirms New Compact Will Be Built In AustriaFollowing yesterday’s announcement of the groundbreaking of a new powertrain plant in Tennessee, Infiniti and Mercedes-Benz have today confirmed that a new compact car to be launched by Infiniti but underpinned by Mercedes technology will be manufactured in Austria by independent vehicle...
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Infiniti Emerg-E Based On A Lotus EvoraOne of the stars of the recent 2012 Geneva Motor Show was the Emerg-E range-extended electric car concept from Infiniti. Easily one of the most striking designs from a mainstream automaker this year, the Emerg-E blends mid-engine proportions with the elegant lines of high-end luxury and looks like...
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Infiniti Debuts Long Wheelbase M35hLAre you an environmentally aware captain of industry? Is it awkward being chauffeured to Greenpeace meetings in a Rolls-Royce Phantom Extended Wheelbase? Fear not, because we have good news for you: Infiniti is building an extended-length version of its M35h hybrid luxury sedan. Dubbed the M35hL...
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Infiniti Starting Production In China In 2014After announcing late last year that it was moving its global headquarters to China, Infiniti has now confirmed that it will also start production in the world’s most populous nation commencing in 2014. Infiniti states it will build two models in China though is yet to reveal which models...
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The alliance deal between Daimler and Renault-Nissan appears to be much further-reaching than initially thought, with the two automakers expected to share engines, platforms and perhaps even manufacturing facilities in the future. Technology sharing that we already know of will include the sharing of a platform for the next-generation Smart ForTwo and Renault Twingo, the sharing of several engines between the Infiniti and Mercedes-Benz brands, and the sharing of the platform underpinning the new Mercedes-Benz A and B Class models with an upcoming compact from Infiniti. According to a new...
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Sebastian Vettel To Star In Martial Arts Short FilmIn March we brought you details about a new advertising campaign being run by Infiniti, which was to feature the automaker’s two-time Formula 1 World Championship winning brand ambassador Sebastian Vettel. Combining television advertising with digital media, viral content videos and even...
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Infiniti To Move Production Out Of JapanInfiniti and its parent Nissan are having a hard time making money these days. The Japanese yen is up in value, while the U.S. dollar remains weak; to put it in more tangible terms, the cost to build cars in Japan and sell them in the U.S. has risen, and pricing hasn’t kept pace. That gives...
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2012 Infiniti LE Concept Heralds New Electric Luxury SedanInfiniti has given us a taste of its first electric car with the unveiling of the LE Concept this week at the 2012 New York Auto Show. The concept is for a compact sedan, which is not surprising given its based on the running gear of a Nissan Leaf, but Infiniti is keen to stress that it's been...
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2013 Infiniti JX Crossover, As Seen By Cirque du Soleil: VideoCirque du Soleil offers up a very creative interpretation of the 2013 Infiniti JX crossover.
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Infiniti Considers Sports Car Line To Boost Volume: ReportWhen it comes to a distinct brand identity, Japanese luxury marque Infiniti is at something of a loss. For one, it lacks the luxury and bulletproof-reliability reputation of its closest rival, Lexus. Generally speaking, its cars are more expensive than those from rival Acura, the original Japanese...
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While spy shots and spy videos of new models in testing are one way to find out what a manufacturer has in the pipeline, they’re not the only way to gather information about upcoming products. Sometimes it’s as easy as reviewing patent filings or trademark applications, and Infiniti has recently applied for trademarks on three model names that may give a glimpse into its near-future product portfolio. First up is the G35h, which Car and Driver believes will be a G series sedan equipped with the drivetrain from the M35h hybrid. That would make for a seriously quick...
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Infiniti's New Ad Campaign To Star Sebastian VettelInfiniti's Global Brand Ambassador, Sebastian Vettel, will also star in the luxury automaker's first-ever global media campaign.
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Infiniti Recalls 2003-2004 M45 Sedans For Fuel Gauge FlawInfiniti is recalling 8,120 M45 sedans built for the 2003 and 2004 model years to correct a potential failure of the fuel gauge circuit board.
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Gilt Groupe To Sell 2013 Infiniti JX35 For Half Price TodayToday at noon (as in now) the Gilt Groupe will sell the first all-new 2013 Infiniti JX35 crossover--for half off its retail price of $54,850. That's a $27,425 savings. Why? For charity--the full retail value of the car will be donated to Coaches vs. Cancer, a collaborative effort between the...
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Infiniti Emerge-E concept debuts 2012 Geneva auto showBuilt as part of a UK-sponsored technology initiative, the Infiniti Emerge-E electric sports car concept is the first Infiniti model to be designed in Europe. Called the “ulitmate expression of Infiniti’s inspired performance,” the mid-engined, twin-motored concept gives a glimpse...
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Infiniti FX Sebastian Vettel Version Confirmed For ProductionSebastian Vettel is about to commence his quest to maintain his world champion status in Formula 1 in the 2012 season, and as brand ambassador for Infiniti, he also has a special-edition FX50. First unveiled last September in concept form, the special FX50 has been confirmed for production by...
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Infiniti is recalling nearly 25,700 M and QX models to inspect for a potentially loose fuel pressure sensor.
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Infiniti Emerg-E Concept Official Images LeakFrench website Automoto has come across Infiniti's patent drawings for its upcoming Emerge-E extended-range electric vehicle.
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Renault Seeks Mercedes-Benz Technology For New FlagshipThe effects of Renault-Nissan’s recent tie-up with Daimler won’t just benefit Nissan and its upmarket Infiniti brand, according to latest comments from the French-Japanese duo's CEO Carlos Ghosn. While Nissan and Infiniti will be sharing whole platforms and engines with Daimler's...
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Infiniti Considering Nissan GT-R-Based Halo Car: ReportInfiniti wants to add a halo vehicle to its lineup, and a sports car based on the Nissan GT-R is one option under consideration.
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Infiniti Calls Its Mid-Engine Electric Concept The Emerg-EWe already know Infiniti is bringing a new sports car concept to March's 2012 Geneva Motor Show, and that it will come packing an advanced range-extended electric drivetrain. However, the automaker has today released the name of the concept car, which we can confirm will be called the Infiniti...
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So This Is The World's Fastest Accelerating Hybrid: VideoThe follow-up video to last week's "world's fastest accelerating full hybrid" is out, and the winner is...
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