SPY VIDEO: 2010 Nissan Patrol SUV Caught Testing in U.A.E.

Even though it's been a year since we first showed you a set of photos of the next-generation 2010 Nissan Patrol bagged completely undisguised during some sort of internal presentation, the Japanese automaker has yet to release the vehicle onto the market. Apparently, as this video of a prototype Patrol caught testing in the United Arab Emirates (U.A.E.) suggest, Nissan is still continuing the development of its 4x4 model.

The new Patrol, which should make its debut sometime this year, will compete head on with Toyota's latest generation Land Cruiser. It is also presumed that the new Patrol will form the base for the U.S. market 2011 Infiniti QX that you can check out here.

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VIDEO: Toyota FT-86 and Honda CR-Z Coupes and other 2009 Tokyo Show Cars Filmed in the Flesh

This year's Tokyo Motor Show that runs for the public from October 24 to November 4, 2009 may be a shadow of its former self as aside from the domestic automakers, Lotus and Alpina are the only foreign brands that will be present at the event, but still, the show will play host to some very significant debuts including the hotly-anticipated Toyota FT-86 rear-wheel drive 2+2 and Honda CR-Z Hybrid near-production coupe concepts.

The video below includes live footage of both coupes as well as from the Mitsubishi PX-MiEV SUV Concept, Mazda Kiyora Concept (Japanese Premiere) and the production Nissan Leaf, that were filmed by the folks over at Japan's Motor Magazine during what appears to be a special pre-show event.

VIDEO: Nissan's Land Glider Concept in Motorcycle-Like Leaning Action

By far one of the quirkiest concept cars set to make their public debut at this month's 2009 Tokyo Motor Show, is Nissan's Land Glider concept. Part motorcycle, part car, all squeezed together in a package no wider than 1.1 meters or 43.3-in., the Land Glider can seat two passengers in tandem. It is powered by two electric motors at the rear but the most prominent feature of the pint-size concept is the computer controlled steering system that leans the car into the turns. You can see it in action in the video after the jump.

VIDEO: Nissan's All-Electric 2011 LEAF Compact Hatch in Action

This past weekend, Nissan swiped the covers off the LEAF, a production-ready, fully electric model that is plans to sell in Japan, the United States and Europe before the end of 2010. The compact-sized five-door hatchback is powered by a 107 horsepower electric motor that draws energy from a set of lithium-ion batteries similar to the ones found on your everyday cell-phones, laptops and other electric appliances. You can watch the LEAF in action right after the jump.

VIDEO: 2010 Nissan GT-R's 7:26.70 Record Lap Time at the Nurburgring

We always enjoy watching cars lapping the Nurburgring's famous Nordschleife circuit but it's even better when you get the chance to see a supercar like the Nissan GT-R. This video, which was shot with an inboard camera, is from the 2010 GT-R's latest record breaking lap time of 7min 26.70 seconds that was achieved on April 23, 2009. The driver behind the steering wheel is Nissan's Chief test driver, Toshio Suzuki.

The Nissan GT-R's previous recorded lap times at the 'Ring' were:

• 7 minutes 27 seconds 56 on April 15, 2009
  
• 7 minutes 29 in April 2008
  
• 7 minutes 38 in September 2007

Video: Nissan GT-R R35 Crashes after being Smoked by a Lancer EVO IX

In what could very well be the first-ever Nissan GT-R R35 crash documented on tape, a 'poor' GT-R owner loses control of his car after racing against a Mitsubishi Lancer EVO IX MR on a twisty mountain road at night. As you can see in the video after the jump, the GT-R pilot didn't seem to be much of a match for the EVO driver -even though for apparent reasons, it's an easier task to keep up with a car in front than to be leading the chase/race. Follow the jump to watch the video.

Via: Jalopnik

1/4 Mile Drag Race: Hyundai Genesis Coupe vs Nissan 370Z vs Mustang GT

Not that we consider the quarter mile "drag-race" test as being of any significant importance -there's not much to tell about a car from a straight-line, pedal-to-the-metal sprint- but nevertheless, we were more than curious to see how the all-new Hyundai Genesis Coupe with its 306HP 3.8-liter V6 engine managed against the also new, Nissan 370Z that comes with a 332HP 3.7-liter V6 and the 2010 Ford Mustang GT that is powered by a 4.6-liter V8 with 315HP. We won't spoil the "surprise" by telling you the outcome in MotorTrend's quarter-mile test, so just hit the jump to watch the video.

Link: Motortrend

Faux Nissan Advert Pits Toyota Prius against Hyundai Elantra Owner

Though not a real commercial, we really enjoyed watching this faux Nissan Sentra advert from The Midnight Show at UCB (Upright Citizens Brigade theater). Written by James Adomian, the ad pits a Toyota Prius hybrid owner against his neighbor who just bought a Hyundai Elantra. The owners' quarrel over who got the best car / deal ends up with a hilarious driveway shooting. Hit the jump to watch the commercial.

Via: TheTruthAboutCars

Video: Nissan GT-R Tackling Snow-Covered Nurburgring

Who said that you can't have a bit of fun at the famous Nurburgring race track in Germany even when it's fully covered with snow? Sporting a set of Bridgestone Blizzak snow tires and a crafty driver behind the steering wheel, the all-wheel drive Nissan GT-R proves that it can be equally amusing -though understandably, less capable- on the snow as it is on dry tarmac. Hit the jump to enjoy the video.

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Video: Nissan 370Z Stars in Need For Speed Undercover Trailer

As well as releasing the first official photos of the highly anticipated 370Z – click here for details- Nissan also revealed a set of images and a teaser trailer from Electronic Arts’ new video game “Need For Speed Undercover” in which the sports coupe makes its virtual debut. For those interested in taking the 350Z’s heir for a digital test drive, EA’s new action driving title will be available in North America on November 18 and in Europe on November 21. The rest of you will have to wait until the first half of 2009 when the 370Z starts arriving in Nissan’s showrooms. Hit the jump to see our gallery and of course, the one-and-a-half minute long video trailer of 370Z roaming the streets of the fictional Tri-City Bay area. -Continued

Video: National Geographic's The Nissan GT-R Story

If you happen to have, oh well, let's say around... 47 minutes to spare, then we suggest you skip the jump to watch this video documentary from National Geographic on the new Nissan GT-R as well as on its legendary predecessors. The film covers the history, the design process and all of the development stages from the moment Nissan's CEO Carlos Ghosn gave the order to build the supercar until its official revelation at the 2007 Tokyo Motor Show (see here). -Continued

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Video No2: Nissan 370Z First Drive with Interior Shots

Following on the heels of Motortrend magazine (check out the video by clicking here), Edmunds' Insideline has also released a video of its first encounter with the all-new 2009 Nissan 370Z after the Japanese firm invited a group of journalists to test drive a pre-production prototype model. If we'd like to make a short list of the most important changes on the 370Z these would include: the shorter wheelbase, the Infiniti-derived 3.7-liter V6 engine, the less fussy design and the better quality materials in the interior. Hit the jump to watch the video. -Continued

Video: Bruno Senna Pits the Nissan GT-R against the 911 Turbo

While you may not have heard of Bruno Senna, you definitely know his uncle: the late triple Formula One world champion Ayrton Senna. Bruno, who is currently running in the GP2 Series was summoned by the chaps over at Fifth-Gear TV to test two of the most desirable and capable all-wheel drive supercars of our time, the Nissan GT-R and the Porsche 911 Turbo at the Anglesey race track. We won't tell which car proved to be faster but we will say that this is yet another great episode from 5th Gear. Watch the comparo as well as the 'behind the scenes' video right after the jump.

Comparison Test




Behind The Scenes

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Video: Nissan Skyline R32 Pickup Truck

Since you really liked the BMW M5 Ute from down-under here's an equally divisive pickup truck conversion, this time based on the Nissan R32 Skyline. The souped up El Camino from the Far East was apparently created for drift racing and as you can see in the video after the jump, it manages to shake that arse like a pro. -Continued

Thanks for the tip Marcus!

Video: 2009 Nissan 370Z Scooped in Arizona

The forthcoming Nissan 370Z was caught on tape by a 350Z driver on highway 60 in Arizona. Unfortunately, the test mule was heavily camouflaged so there's not much we can say about the Z's appearance. The 370Z will be powered by a a revised version of the Infiniti G37's 3.7-liter V6 engine developing somewhere between 330 and 350Hp. According to our sources, the 370Z is expected to make its debut at the 2008 L.A. Auto Show in late November. -Check out the two videos after the jump

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Video: RWD Nissan S-Cargo with 4.1-liter V8 Engine!

The S-Cargo was a funky-looking mini van based on the 90’s Micra platform and equipped with a puny 1.5-liter 4-cylinder engine that was built in limited numbers by Nissan from 1989 to 1992. While this custom model that’s for sale in New Zealand might look as innocent as the standard car on the outside, get ready for a surprise once you open the hood; this S-Cargo has been fitted with a Nissan derived VH41DE 4.1-liter V8 engine (same as the one found in earlier Infiniti Q45s) that in stock form, produced 267Hp. Moreover, the S-Cargo has been converted to RWD. -Continued

If you’re wondering what if feels like driving such a compact, tall and lightweight vehicle equipped with a V8 engine, the seller’s description says it all: “Runs and drives mint but you need big balls if you want to give it the berries as its very fast!”

Via: JPCN , Source: Trademe