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Nissan and JLR Group will use Formula E technology

The use of racing car technology in road legal cars is nothing new, but many manufacturers are choosing this way to increase the performance of their new electric models. One of them is Nissan and the Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) Group, which, using the experience from their Formula E teams, are trying to keep up with the growing competition in the electric vehicle segment.

Formula E is ideal for the development of electric mobility, and it should be noted that Formula E cars start each race with only 60% battery capacity, and the rest must be generated by braking. This forces manufacturers to develop more efficient systems and better software to improve performance and autonomy.

The Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) Group is investing £15 billion in the production of electric vehicles, and will use silicon carbide inverter technology. This solution was primarily developed for their Formula E cars, but will also be used to improve efficiency in future premium electric models. JLR has already used the knowledge gained from managing battery temperatures to improve the range of the Jaguar I-Pace by 20 kilometers.

Nissan also plans to produce 19 all-electric models over the next two years, and Nissan Formula E team boss Tommaso Volpe said their race car’s software was originally based on that of the Nissan Leaf.

Source: Reuters

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Nissan X-Trail Mountain Rescue

Japanese car manufacturer Nissan has released official images of a vehicle created specifically for mountain rescue services, the X-Trail Mountain Rescue concept. The car is based on the fourth-generation compact crossover SUV Nissan X-Trail, which premiered in 2021.

Compared to the standard model, this car is equipped with LED indicators, a bespoke roof rack for evacuation stretcher and snow shovels, extended fenders, a winch, and tracks for better grip on snow and thanks to which the car has 23 cm ground clearance. It is painted red with gray and yellow details.

Inside, the front passenger and rear seats were removed and an emergency rescue stretcher was installed. At the rear, there is a seat mounted behind the driver’s seat positioned in the opposite direction so that the doctor has easier access to the injured. The vehicle comes equipped with Garmin GPS as well as Motorola stations.

When it comes to the powertrain, the X-Trail Mountain Rescue will be available as a 2wd with 204 hp (150 kW) and 243 lb-ft (330 Nm) of torque. It will reach 100 km/h (62 mph) in 8 seconds with a top speed of 170 km/h (106 mph). The e-4ORCE 4wd version is powered by two electric motors with 213 hp (157 kW) and 387 lb-ft (525 Nm) of torque. It reaches 100 km/h (62 mph) in 7 seconds with a top speed of 180 km/h (112 mph).

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Nissan Hyper Force Concept with 1,341 HP

Between October 26 and November 5, the Japan Mobility Show takes place, where many companies will present their new cars. One of them is Nissan, which has unveiled a high-performance electric supercar, the Nissan Hyper Force Concept.

A completely new design that not only pays homage to the current GT-R model, but also contains solid carbon and has great aerodynamic performance developed in cooperation with the Nismo department. Active aerodynamic components, movable front wings and both ends of the rear wing, as well as the design of the front section and rear diffuser give better airflow, providing better stability and handling. It is equipped with advanced self-driving technology and numerous sensors and hyper LIDAR.

The Hyper Force Concept is equipped with a 1,000 kWh battery that enables a power of 1,341 hp which, thanks to e-4ORCE technology, is sent to all wheels. The driver can use several driving modes, GT (Grand Touring – used as a mode for more comfortable driving and combines the screens on the steering wheel into a simpler interface) and R mode (Racing – provides more information valuable for racing and includes a red light in the cabin).

The car is also equipped with lightweight forged carbon rims that help cool the brakes but also improve aerodynamic performance. The cabin is illuminated with blue light and the seats are made of carbon and have four-point seat belts.

Source: Nissan

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Nissan Hyper Force Concept with 1,341 HP