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EV, News

2022 Nissan Leaf with a new look for the European market

Nissan has announced an electric crossover for 2025. While we await his arrival, Nissan has decided to present a refreshed edition of the Leaf electric model, aligned with the new identity.

The current generation Nissan Leaf will be offered with several additional body colors, slightly more complex exterior details, new 16-inch and 17-inch alloy wheels, an upgraded NissanConnect system that is compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay applications.

When it comes to the powertrain, nothing has changed. The car is still offered in two versions. The base version has 150 hp (110 kW) and 236 lb-ft (320 Nm) of torque. It reaches 62 mph in 7.9 seconds with a top speed of 89 mph (144 km / h). It is equipped with a 40 kWh battery that provides a range of 168 miles (270 km).

The more powerful version is powered by an electric motor with 217 hp (160 kW) and 251 lb-ft (340 Nm) of torque. It reaches 62 mph in 7.3 seconds with a top speed of 98 mph (157 km / h). It is equipped with a 62 kWh battery that allows a range of 239 miles (385 km).

Nissan has also announced that it will have 15 electric models on offer by 2030.

Source: Nissan

News, Tuning

Nissan 35 GT-R with 1,580 hp

It has been more than a decade since Nissan introduced its 35 GT-R model, and many have tried to improve the performance of this car. One of them is Liberty Walk who created a beast on wheels.

The Liberty Walk has equipped the Nissan 35 GT-R with a wide body kit, gold 20-inch Forgiato wheels, improved turbocharger, improved exhaust system, intake manifolds, intercooler and new suspension. The body kit brings Humble Satin metallic paint, extended wheel arches, as well as a redesigned front bumper.

What all Nissan 35 GT-R owners, but also car lovers in general, are interested in is engine power. The Liberty Walk has increased the power of the 3.8-liter twin-turbo V6 engine to an impressive 1,580 hp (1,162 kW) and 1,092 lb-ft (1,480 Nm) of torque. This increase in power brought an incredible acceleration to the 35 GT-R, which now reaches 62 mph in just 2.0 seconds with a top speed of 205 mph (330 km / h).

As a reminder, the base Nissan 35 GT-R is powered by a 3.8-liter twin-turbo V6 engine with 600 hp (441 kW) and 481 lb-ft (650 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to all wheels via a 6-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission with manual shifting mode. It reaches 62 mph in 2.9 seconds with a top speed of 196 mph (315 km / h).

One thing is for sure, those who will have the opportunity will surely enjoy the performance of this super fast car.

Source: Liberty Walk / roadshowinternational via Instagram

News, Tuning

Nissan Skyline R34 GT-R

Some of the best Nissan R34 GT-R cars can only be found down under. One such Skyline model is finished in a color that is not common for Nissan R34 GT-R cars.

Color is not the only thing that adorns this car, which you will love it or hate it. It is equipped with a new hood with several large openings for better engine cooling, a new front grille and bumper, as well as a Haltech ECU and black six-spoke wheels.

The car is made according to the wishes of the owner, with numerous modifications. What stands out at first is the new engine. Under the hood is a supercharged 3.2-liter engine with 1,150 hp (846 kW). It is the opposite of the standard twin-turbo 2.6-liter in-line six-cylinder engine with 330 hp (246 kW) and 289 lb-ft (392 Nm) of torque, which powers the base Nissan Skyline R34 GT-R. Power is transmitted to all wheels via a 6-speed Getrag 233 manual transmission.

It is not known who owns this car, nor how much the upgrade cost.

Source: Maatouks Racing via Facebook