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march 03, 2017 - Infiniti

Introducing Project Black S – an exploration of a new INFINITI high-performance model line

  • Collaborative venture between #infiniti and the RenaultSport Formula One Team
  • INFINITI investigating Formula One-inspired performance hybrid technology
  • Project Black S explores the potential for an innovative new performance model line

HONG KONG – Featuring Formula One-inspired technology, #projectblacks is an exploration of a new #infiniti high-performance model line. Developed in collaboration with the RenaultSport Formula One Team, #projectblacks will be revealed for the first time globally at a special media #event on the eve of the Geneva International Motor Show.

A radical reinterpretation of the Q60 coupe, #projectblacks features a stand-out, aerodynamic design, and hints at how a unique-for-the-road performance hybrid powertrain could significantly enhance the dynamics of an #infiniti production car.

"INFINITI is the premium car manufacturer within the Renault-Nissan Alliance, and a technical partner to the Renault Sport Formula One Team, so it is natural that we come together to explore the possibility of bringing innovative high-performance hybrid technology to our customers. #infiniti has constantly led the way in making innovative new powertrain technology available, and we're extremely excited by the potential of #projectblacks."

Roland Krueger, President of INFINITI

The performance hybrid powertrain being explored through #projectblacks features an 'energy recovery system' (ERS) to harvest energy, deploying recovered electric power to boost power and torque. The result is instant, significant, lag-free acceleration. Inspired by the dual-hybrid system proven in Formula One, the technology does not yet exist in a current road car.

The reveal of #projectblacks in Geneva will help to gauge potential public interest in high-performance derivatives of #infiniti cars.

More information on #projectblacks will be available via www.INFINITIpresspacks.com from 17:00 (CET) on March 6.

About INFINITI
INFINITI Motor Company Ltd. is headquartered in Hong Kong with representations in 50 markets around the world. 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.

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