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Wednesday, October 18, 2006

Nissan's Sexy New Suspension Ad

Not sure if this is a spoof or an actual Nissan commercial. Knowing the types of commercials that come out of Europe, I wouldn't be suprised. I have a feeling that this kind of advertising works much better for "macho" vehicles like SUVs and sports cars than it does for something like the Prius! At the very least, it is an effective way of demonstrating how independent suspension works.

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Tuesday, October 17, 2006

Electric Car Beats Ferrari and Porsche

The X1 prototype meets its design specs of 0-60 in 3 seconds, 170 mpg equivalent; and weighs only 1536 lbs. It raises the performance driving experience to a new level. No clutch, no shifting, precise and immediate control of torque in drive and braking, amazing traction control…first gear takes you to 112mph…



X1 Prototype Specs
• 3-phase AC induction motor, 236hp at the motor shaft
• 182 ft lbs torque at the motor shaft, from 0 rpm to 6,000 rpm
• 13,300 rpm rev limit
• weight 1,500 lbs
• no clutch, single gear ratio 8.25:1
• Quaife limited slip differential
• Alcon front calipers, 4 piston
• Dymag Magnesium Alloy wheels
• inboard Bilstein race dampers, Eibach 2-stage springs
• steering: rack and pinion, 1.5 turns lock-lock
• Lithium Ion battery pack

Performance
• 0-60 ~ 3.0 seconds
• Standing quarter mile ~11.5 seconds
• Top speed 112mph (electronically limited)
• Range >100 miles in urban use
• Charger: onboard conductive. Input 100-250V 50 or 60 Hz. Current: user adjustable up to 80A
• Energy consumption 200 WHr/mile in urban use, equivalent to 170 mpg (33,705 WHr/gallon)

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