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Showing posts with label Infiniti Motor Company. Show all posts
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20,000 vehicles sold around the world in November, up 5%
6% growth leading to record sales of 204,000 year-to-date
All-time record sales month in Mexico of 222 vehicles, up 25%
INFINITI achieved its best November sales month and is on track for 2016 to be the best sales year in its history. From January – November, INFINITI set a new global record for sales in the first 11 months, with almost 204,000 vehicles sold, an increase of 6% compared to the same time last year. INFINITI sold 215,000 vehicles in 2015.
Total November sales of more than 20,000 were up 5% versus November last year. November sales in Mexico were an all-time record of more than 222 vehicles, a 25% increase from last year.
Roland Krueger, President of INFINITI Motor Company said, “INFINITI is on track to have a record sales year this year, thanks to the strength of our expanding product portfolio and the hard work of everyone at INFINITI.
The QX30 compact vehicle recently went on sale in China, where we also showed the new Q60 coupe for the first time. INFINITI had its best sales month ever in Mexico in November. Sales of the Q60 are strong in the US which is INFINITI’s largest market around the world. Customers around the world appreciate the combination of attributes our vehicles offer – from dynamic design and superior performance, to driver-assist technologies and great fuel efficiency.”
In China, INFINITI set a new November sales record with more than 4,000 vehicles sold, a 6% increase from November 2015. Year to date, INFINITI sold almost 37,000 vehicles in China, an increase of 3% over the same period last year. The QX30 compact crossover went on sale at the Guangzhou Motor Show in mid-November, and was featured in an Air+Style Snowboard event in November at the iconic Bird’s Nest Stadium in Beijing.
From January to November, INFINITI sold more than 15,200 vehicles in Western Europe, up 143% from the same period last year. In the UK registrations have increased by 170% compared to 2015 and is 149% ahead for the calendar year. This is largely driven by excellent reception of INFINITI’s all-new Q30 and QX30 compact entries by the company’s customers.
In the United States, INFINITI sold 12,112 vehicles, a 4% increase from November 2015, and more than 120,000 vehicles from January – November, a 1% increase.
In Asia and Oceania, INFINITI has sold more than 6,100 vehicles between January and November, a record for the region and an increase of 24% over the same period the previous year.
INFINITI Rickmansworth; following on from a recent training programme every INFINITI Centre across the UK is now able to provide a range of cars through the Motability Scheme.
The Motability Scheme provides an affordable, worry-free way for people with disabilities to lease a car, scooter or powered wheelchair in exchange for their mobility allowance.
Each Centre has a qualified sales consultant available to look after Motability Scheme customers, providing a first-class personal service.
Currently available on the Scheme is the new ‘Built in Britain’ active compact Infiniti Q30, available with an Advance Payment of £299. More models will become available on the Scheme over time.
Barry Beeston, regional director for INFINITI UK, commented “The Motability Scheme is superb as it provides customers with a great level of mobility and lifestyle in an affordable way.
The three year business model is good for personal expenditure planning and provides a sustainable business practise within the industry.”
To be eligible for the Scheme, customers must be in receipt of one of the following allowances:
higher rate of mobility component of the Disability Living Allowance (DLA)
War Pensioners’ Mobility Supplement (WPMS)
enhanced rate of the mobility component of Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
Armed Forces Independence Payment (AFIP).
The full range of cars available to lease through the Motabilty Scheme can be found on their website motability.co.uk
QX Sport Inspiration, the latest interpretation of "Powerful Elegance," design language hints at a future INFINITI mid-sized premium SUV
Q60 3.0t Sport completes INFINITI's sport coupe portfolio and features 300-horsepower 3.0-liter V6 twin-turbo engine
INFINITI VC-Turbo, the first production-ready variable compression engine, marks significant leap forward for the internal combustion engine
INFINITI Q60 Neiman Marcus Limited Edition will also make an appearance on the show floor
INFINITI will debut two vehicles and an industry first engine technology for the first time in North America today at the 2016 Los Angeles Auto Show, which runs Nov. 18 through the 27 at the Los Angeles Convention Center. Additionally, the INFINITI Q60 Neiman Marcus Limited Edition will be on display at the INFINITI stand.
"In a city known for its appreciation for great automotive design and environmental sustainability, INFINITI is delighted show the new design direction for our future SUVs, as well as the world's first variable compression ratio engine, for the first time in North America," said Roland Krueger, president of INFINITI Motor Company.
"We are undergoing a major product offensive based on our strengths in design and innovation, and, as such, are poised to have another record year."
QX Sport Inspiration: the evolution of a concept
Revealed for the first time at the 2016 Beijing Auto Show, the INFINITI QX Sport Inspiration is an elegant and powerful expression of progressive SUV design, and it explores the company's vision for a next-generation, premium mid-size SUV.
INFINITI's progressive outlook is evident in the QX Sport Inspiration's elegant yet powerfully proportioned exterior, with upgrades that include a matte grey exterior color and larger, 22-inch wheels in a striking bronze color with matching brake calipers.
Flowing lines and advanced craftsmanship characterize the spacious and beautifully appointed interior, which gains kick plate lighting at the base of every door. The interior's color palette – predominantly black and white with flashes of the hide's natural tan color – is enhanced with sections added in brown leather.
Transforming on demand, INFINITI's VC-Turbo technology uses an advanced multi-link system to seamlessly raise or lower the reach of the pistons, detecting the car's driving condition and driver inputs, and instantly selecting the most suitable compression ratio. The engine is able to offer any compression ratio between 8:1 (for high performance) and 14:1 (for high efficiency).
In production form, the VC-Turbo engine is expected to have a power output of approximately 268 horsepower and 288 lb-ft torque, comparable to certain six-cylinder gasoline powertrains for performance while significantly outperforming them in efficiency.
The four-cylinder VC-Turbo engine achieves lower levels of noise and vibration than conventional internal combustion engines, particularly diesel, and it is lighter and more compact than V6 units with comparable power outputs.
INFINITI's VC-Turbo technology marks a significant leap forward for the internal combustion engine, joining other renowned powertrain innovations such as liquid cooling, fuel injection, catalytic convertors and turbocharging. The arrival of the variable compression ratio engine will establish new benchmarks – for power, efficiency and emissions – against which future powertrains will be measured.
2017 INFINITI Q60 3.0t Sport
For 2017, the Q60 is completely redesigned, benefiting from the very best of INFINITI styling, performance and technology. The Q60 reclaims its title as the brand's halo car and is the third chapter in a lineage of iconic INFINITI sport coupes, starting with the 2003 G35.
The comprehensive update for 2017 includes a trio of all-new advanced turbocharged engines to expand market coverage, next-generation ride and handling technologies, and the very latest INFINITI infotainment and Safety Shield driver assistance systems.
Designated by the silver "S" model badge, the new Q60 3.0t Sport is the latest addition to the 2017 Q60 portfolio and is equipped with the new VR-series 3.0 liter V6 twin turbo engine featuring 300 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. Offering select content from the Q60 Red Sport 400 flagship, the Q60 3.0t Sport includes sport brakes with silver-painted calipers, sport-tuned Dynamic Digital Suspension, carbon fiber interior trim, semi-aniline leather-appointed sport seats, paddle shifters and aluminum-accented pedals. Dual occupant memory system for driver's seat, power tilt and telescope steering column, auto dimming outside mirrors and interior ambient lighting are also standard.
INFINITI Q60 Neiman Marcus Limited Edition
Neiman Marcus recently announced the inclusion of the INFINITI Q60 Neiman Marcus Limited Edition in the luxury retailer's annual Christmas Book. Named this year's Fantasy Gift, the Q60 Neiman Marcus Limited Edition can be found on page 128 of the Neiman Marcus Christmas Book. The whole package retails for $63,000 and includes an exclusive Gallery White leather weekender bag, a plaque with the car's VIN number, Neiman Marcus-branded indoor car cover and letter of authenticity. Additionally, with the purchase of each INFINITI Q60 Neiman Marcus Limited Edition, INFINITI will donate $1,000 to The Heart of Neiman Marcus Foundation.
Based on the Red Sport 400 version of the all-new 2017 INFINITI Q60, this 400-horsepower coupe is equipped with a 3.0 liter-twin-turbocharged V6 engine and is painted a striking Solar Mica hue. The Neiman Marcus Limited Edition Q60 offers Direct Adaptive Steering™, Dynamic Digital Suspension, Bose® Performance Series premium audio system and INFINITI InTouch™ infotainment system. This special edition Q60 also features genuine carbon fiber accents on the fender vents, fog-light finishers, mirror caps and rear spoiler.The interior is equipped with Gallery White semi-aniline leather-appointed sports seats and Silver Optic Fiber Interior Trim.
"INFINITI has a longstanding tradition of design prowess and engineering excellence, and at our core, we stand for empowering the drive of our products," said Randy Parker, vice president, INFINITI Americas. "The QX Sport Inspiration, VC-Turbo engine, Q60 3.0t Sport and the stunning Q60 Neiman Marcus Limited Edition embody the brand's promise to deliver innovative and forward-thinking products and experiences for our customers."
INFINITI has opened its first-ever retail store in Northern Ireland. From 4th November 2016, the centre in Belfast starts to begin business operations, opening up a new era for INFINITI with the full European product range available to customers in Northern Ireland. The opening of this new centre demonstrates the continuous growth of the brand in the UK and across Europe.
The introduction of INFINITI Centre Belfast brings with it a new partner to the brand: Mervyn Stewart Limited invests in an all new site on Boucher Crescent. The family-run business, which has been operating in Northern Ireland for over 50 years will carry out a design redevelopment to the premises to meet with INFINITI’s customer experience standards known as IREDI – INFINITI Retail Environment Design Initiative. The new site is expected to be completed in early 2017 but will initially operate from one of INFINITI’s unique temporary retail sales environments, specifically designed to accommodate this development phase.
Managing Director Stephen Stewart from Mervyn Stewart Limited said: “We are very pleased to introduce the premium brand of Infiniti to Northern Ireland. I am sure our customers will enjoy not only the exciting range of products on offer but also the environment and experience we will provide.”
Since the introduction of the British built Q30 earlier this year and the more recent QX30, new car registrations in the UK have been dramatically increasing month on month. Sales so far in 2016 have increased by nearly 150%.
Barry Beeston, Regional Director for INFINITI in the UK commented: “Infiniti is now well on its way to establishing itself within the UK automotive industry as a challenger brand. Increased sales has placed the company as one of the fastest growing automotive brands in the UK. Expansion of the centre network is an important part of our growth strategy and now with the opening of INFINITI Centre Belfast it allows our brand reach to go further than ever before.”
INFINITI is currently introducing a new range of products to its portfolio and this continues with the imminent introduction of the new 2-door coupe Q60 which has a starting price of £33,990.
19,241 vehicles sold around the world in October, up 5 percent
6 percent growth leading to record sales of 183,877 year-to-date
All-time record sales month in Canada of 1,307 vehicles, up 6 percent
QX30 to go on sale in China this month
INFINITI achieved the best October sales month in its 27-year history on the strength of its expanding product portfolio, most notably sales of the Q60 coupe and QX30 active compact crossover.
Total sales of more than 19,200 were up 5 percent versus October last year. October sales in Canada were an all-time record of more than 1,300 vehicles, a 6 percent increase from last year.
From January to October, INFINITI set a new global record for sales in the first 10 months, with almost 184,000 vehicles sold, an increase of 6 percent compared to the same time last year.
"At INFINITI, as part of our 'Empower the Drive' brand promise, we design and engineer our vehicles around our customers," said Roland Krueger, president of INFINITI Motor Company.
"Increasingly, customers around the world appreciate the combination of attributes our vehicles offer – from dynamic design and superior performance, to driver-assist technologies and great fuel efficiency. Sales of the new Q60 sports coupe are particularly strong in the U.S. where it was recently launched. With its stunning exterior and interior design and nimble capability, the compact QX30 continues to be popular around the world. Customers in China are anticipating the start of QX30 sales this month. This is a time for growth at INFINITI and we expect to close the year in a great position."
In China, INFINITI set a new October sales record with more than 3,800 vehicles sold, a 2 percent increase from October 2015. Year to date, INFINITI sold almost 33,000 vehicles in China, an increase of 2 percent over the same period last year. The QX30 compact crossover will go on sale at the Guangzhou Motor Show in mid-November, and will be featured in an Air+Style Snowboard event November 19, at the iconic Bird's Nest Stadium in Beijing.
From January to October, INFINITI sold more than 14,200 vehicles in Western Europe, up 147 percent from the same period last year. This is largely driven by excellent reception of INFINITI's all-new Q30 and QX30 compact entries by the company's customers.
In the United States, INFINITI had its best October sales month ever, selling 11,208 vehicles, a 1 percent increase from October 2015, and almost 108,000 vehicles from January – October, a 1 percent increase.
In Asia and Oceania, 560 vehicles were sold by INFINITI in October, an increase of 66 percent over the same month last year. Between January and October, INFINITI sold more than 5,600 vehicles, which is an increase of 32 percent over the same period the previous year.
2017 INFINITI QX60 gains top honors in National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's safety ratings test
INFINITI USA today announced that the 2017 INFINITI QX60 premium crossover has earned a 5-star overall safety rating in the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration's (NHTSA) New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) testing.
The 2017 INFINITI QX60 follows previous model year QX60 vehicles in receiving a 5-star NCAP rating dating back to 2014.
"As our bestselling SUV, the INFINITI QX60 was designed with safety and versatility as its number one priorities," said Randy Parker, vice president, INFINITI of Americas. "With safety features including Predictive Forward Collision Warning and Forward Emergency Braking with pedestrian detection available, the QX60 incorporates industry-leading safety technologies to help ensure a secure driving experience."
Recently refreshed for the 2016 model year, the INFINITI QX60 premium crossover delivers an engaging and sophisticated driving experience, and is available with front-wheel drive, Intelligent All-Wheel Drive and efficient hybrid drivetrains.
An augmented suite of advanced safety and driving assistance technologies with available Predictive Forward Collision Warning and Forward Emergency Braking with pedestrian detection can intervene to help prevent collisions when necessary, along with Backup Collision Intervention. Other safety features include Moving Object Detection as part of the Around View Monitor, as well as Lane Departure Warning, Lane Departure Prevention, Blind Spot Warning, Blind Spot Intervention, Intelligent Cruise Control, Distance Control Assist and front Pre-Crash Seat Belts.
The extensive list of standard safety features on the 2017 QX60 include:
Advanced Air Bag System with dual-stage supplemental front air bags with seat belt and occupant classification sensors
Roof-mounted curtain side impact supplemental air bags with rollover sensor for outboard occupant head protection for all three rows
Front seat-mounted side impact supplemental air bags
LATCH System (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren)
Vehicle Dynamic Control and Traction Control System
For more information regarding the INFINITI QX60, please visit here.
About Infiniti
Infiniti Motor Company Ltd. is headquartered in Hong Kong with sales operations in over 50 countries. The Infiniti brand was launched in 1989. Its range of premium automobiles is currently built in manufacturing facilities in Japan, the United States, United Kingdom and China. Infiniti plans to also expand manufacturing into Mexico by 2017.
Infiniti design studios are located in Atsugi-Shi near Yokohama, London, San Diego and Beijing.
Infiniti is in the middle of a major product offensive. The brand has been widely acclaimed for its daring design and innovative driver-assistance technologies.
From the 2016 season, Infiniti is a technical partner of the Renault Sport Formula One team, contributing its expertise in hybrid performance.
New concept explores Infiniti’s vision for a premium mid-sized SUV
Inspired by Infiniti’s ‘Powerful Elegance’ form language
World debut at Beijing Auto Show (25 April)
Infiniti has revealed its daring new QX Sport Inspiration concept car at a design-themed media preview, two days before the car makes its public world premiere at the 2016 Beijing Auto Show.
The QX Sport Inspiration was unveiled at Infiniti’s Design studio in Beijing, one of the company’s four global design studios.
Infiniti President, Roland Krueger, said: “The QX Sport Inspiration Concept is a confident statement of intent from Infiniti, showcasing a daring design philosophy and ademonstration of our capabilities in the mid-size SUV segment”.
Inspired by Infiniti’s acclaimed ‘Powerful Elegance’ design philosophy – characterised by flowing sculptural lines and strong, muscular proportions – the QX Sport Inspiration lays down markers for the brand’s vision of a next-generation, mid-size premium SUV. Featuring the brand’s signature design cues and an array of innovative details, the concept boasts a powerful, purposeful exterior with an elegance that is uniquely Infiniti.
Sophisticated craftsmanship and flowing lines distinguish the concept’s spacious and beautifully appointed interior, which follows Infiniti’s ‘driver-centric, passenger-minded’ approach to advanced cabin architecture.
Alfonso Albaisa, Infiniti Executive Design Director, added: “The QX Sport Inspiration expresses power and purpose through what we describe as its ‘proportional clarity’, with an elegance that is uniquely Infiniti. The exterior design will appeal to an artistic sensibility. It has a more flowing, natural aesthetic than that evident in traditional premium SUVs.”
The Infiniti QX Sport Inspiration concept – which explores the brand’s vision for the design, layout, and engineering of future Infiniti QX models – will make its public debut on 25 April at the first press day of the 2016 Beijing Auto Show.
The Infiniti Design Night, the second design-focused event from the brand ahead of a major Chinese motor show, took place at the Infiniti Design Studio, following a similar highly successful event in Shanghai in April 2015.
