August 22, 2008
Here it Comes – The Nissan Cube
The upcoming 2010 Nissan Cube will be Nissan’s first entry into the “MMPV†or Miniature Multi-Purpose Vehicle market in North America. With rumored 37mpg fuel efficiency, cabin space equal to that of many full size sedans or small SUV’s, cute boxy styling, and a price tag expected to be quite low, this new offering from Nissan North America is sure to be a huge hit!
Stop in at the Nissan Cube Forum and see what all the buzz is about!
August 14, 2008
Driving the 2008 Infiniti EX35
Your NICOclub.com staff review the 2008 Infiniti EX35 and consider adding one to our long-term fleet.
Is the Fx35’s baby brother all that the FX crossover was? Or is it a tarted-up wagon with more beauty than balance? You’re going to be surprised… Read more about the EX35 at the only EX35 Forum on the web!
Infiniti G37 – Long-Term Road Test
The 2008 G37 finds a permanent home in the NICOclub fleet, and our webguy Matt (audtatious) shares his insight and thoughts on the car after two months of ownership…
July 12, 2008
Merci Beaucoup, Obamallamas.
Well, normally I like to keep these kind of things out of my blog… But the other day, Senator Obama said something that really rubbed me the wrong way, and it certainly speaks to a larger issue that’s becoming problematic in our society.
Read my rant, and feel free to let me know what you think.
Obama wants you to be embarrassed that you can’t speak a foreign language.
July 4, 2008
Fuel Economy Tips for Nissan / Infiniti Owners
Nissan Owners – Top Ten Fuel Economy Tips!
With gas prices showing no signs of decreasing, and the summer in full swing, it’s time to consider some conservation methods. Here’s our list of 12 fuel saving tips (and some humorous ones as well) that anyone can use to lessen the sting at the pumps right away.
NICOfest / GT Live at Miller Motorsports Park
For the 2nd year in a row, NICOFEST returned to GT Live at Miller Motorsports Park in Tooele, UT for an event filled weekend. This year, we decided to join the folks at UtahNissans.com in the fan festival. Nissan Sport Magazine also showed up, and together the Nissan participation at GT Live outshined all other fan festivals… Read all about it!!!
June 21, 2008
G35 Gets Vortech Supercharger Installed!
Here’s a complete review and installation guide for the Vortech supercharger kit for NICO’s Project G35 Coupe.
June 17, 2008
Japanese Police Crack Down on Tuners
Interesting article of one guy’s first-hand account of the recent crackdowns on tuners in Japan – Well worth the read!
June 15, 2008
Trial By Fire / NICOfest – Drifting at Firebird!
TBF brought night drifting to Phoenix this past weekend! This has been a yearly tradition for a few years now and it’s always a blast. This year was no different, another night full of non-stop action. All were welcomed to hit the track and try their hand at drifting. There was a great mix of beginner, intermediate, and advanced drivers, and all were eager to have fun and destroy a few tires.
Read more, and enjoy the photo gallery!
Skylines being seized, the crackdown begins.
Apparently the Department of Homeland Security has been monitoring cars without DOT bond releases. Whether it’s in response to the rash of wannabe “importers” we’ve been calling out, or just routine business as usual, there have been several siezures in the past couple weeks.
Skylines seized, forced to export.
Folks with “state legal” (non-Federalized) Skylines might want to lay low, as they’re requiring immediate exportation of vehicles in violation.