Honda Engineers Want a New S2000. We’re Not Holding Out Hope
Honda introduced the S2000 at the turn of the century, just over 25 years ago. It was a purpose-built convertible sports car that the automaker produced for a decade, and…
This Potent Nissan Patrol Paws at 1,000 Horsepower
Chris Forsberg has a healthy habit of unveiling top-notch machinery in the halls of SEMA. The three-time Formula Drift champion has long had a strong relationship with Nissan, and his…
Chinese Cars Are Dominating in Asia, Africa, and South America
The real battle between traditional automakers and Chinese manufacturers isn’t happening in Europe or the United States, but in developing and low-income economies. China is steadily becoming a serious contender…
Nissan’s Two New Cars Prove Sedans Still Matter
The “Re:Nissan” recovery plan isn’t just about cutting 20,000 jobs, closing seven factories, shuttering two design studios, and implementing other draconian cost-saving measures. It’s also about new products. We’ve already…
The Nissan Ariya Is Already Dead in the US
Nissan is undergoing a major corporate restructuring that includes job cuts, factory closures, and a streamlined vehicle lineup. As part of that shift, the automaker is reportedly pulling the plug…
The New Nissan Sentra Makes an Early Debut
Nissan gave us a taste of the next-generation Sentra when it teased several future models at the end of March. That’s when we saw the new Leaf alongside a group…
The Nissan Z Nismo Is Finally Getting a Manual
The Nissan Z remains an outlier in the sports car market. It rides on old bones compared to its archrival, the Toyota Supra, which is soon to see a replacement.…
Nissan Drops From Top 10 In Global Auto Sales. Even Suzuki Is Better
Nissan’s recent struggles are no secret. The company is grappling with financial issues, cutting jobs at its factories, and facing class-action lawsuits over faulty engines. Unsurprisingly, its sales numbers reflect…
The Nissan GT-R’s ‘Godfather’ Wants a Gas-Powered R36
Earlier this week, enthusiasts bid farewell to the mighty GT-R. After 18 years of production and about 48,000 cars built, the R35 is officially no more. Nissan’s CEO, Ivan Espinosa,…
Nissan’s Ongoing Engine Problems Have Forced Owners to Sue
Nissan’s VC-Turbo variable-compression engine is a fascinating bit of technology, but it’s proven problematic. The actual mechanism used to alter the compression ratio is a failure point, and Nissan recently…