2012 Infiniti M35h vs Porsche Panamera S Hybrid: And the World's Fastest Full Hybrid Model is…

If not all, most makers of hybrid automobiles focus their advertising campaigns on their vehicles' fuel economy and CO2 emission ratings, but not Infiniti that has taken a different route with its new M35h.

Following a teaser clip last week, the Japanese carmaker released the full video today of its M35h taking on the also new 2012 Porsche Panamera S Hybrid in a quarter mile drag race.

The 360-horsepower M35h completed the standing quarter mile in 13.4 seconds beating the 380-horsepower Porsche Panamera S Hybrid by about half-a-car's length, according to the video provided by Infiniti.

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Why You Shouldn't Play Wise Guy on the Highway

As the saying goes, there's a time and a place for everything. And stopping on the left lane of a busy highway with the intent of scolding the following vehicle's driver for supposedly approaching too close to your car is beyond doubt the wrong time and wrong place for such a move.

See what happens next from the footage recorded on the trailing vehicle's dashboard mounted camera.

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Is Infiniti getting Ready to Drag Race the M Hybrid Against the Porsche Panamera S Hybrid?

Just moments ago, Infiniti dropped an email into our inbox pointing us to a video on YouTube titled "What is the fastest accelerating full hybrid?" The short clip shows a driver dressed like The Stig entering a Porsche Panamera S Hybrid and getting ready to race the sports saloon in the desert.

Infiniti's email also notes, "Check out this teaser video and let us know where you think it’s going…. Don’t miss the results, coming January 23rd, 2012".

Since we find it hard to believe that the Japanese automaker would create a promotional campaign for Porsche and its new Panamera Hybrid we think it's all about showing the potential of the also new M Hybrid (called M35h in certain markets).

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New Infiniti JX Crossover gets its Video Debut

Visitors to the 2011 Los Angeles Auto Show that runs for the public from November 18 to 27, will have the chance to see first-hand the brand-new Infiniti JX, but for those of you that don't plan to make the trip to California, we have a new set of videos showing the ins and outs of the crossover model. Read more »

Live Photos and Video of the Infiniti FX Sebastian Vettel Edition

Infiniti is relying on its partnership with Red Bull Racing and the blessings of reigning Formula One World Champion Sebastian Vettel to promote a sportier image for the brand

At this week's 64 International Auto Show in Frankfurt, the Japanese automaker put the spotlight on a one-off Infiniti FX50 designed in conjunction with Vettel. The special crossover features a host of aerodynamic, styling and mechanical improvements, all designed with Vettel's input.

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Video Presentations of the 2013 Lexus GS and Infiniti JX Showcar

Leaving aside the elegant Cadillac Ciel which is a pure design study (for now), the big production stars of this year's edition of the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance festival in Monterey, California, are the 2013 Lexus GS 350 and the production-ready Infiniti JX showcar.

We have already presented both cars in detail but we now have video footage from the presentation events that took place on Thursday evening ahead of the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, and which you can watch right after the break.

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Video: Red Bull Drivers Take Production Infinitis for a Spin at the Nordschleife

Yesterday, we told you about Red Bull Racing's intentions to enter the car-making business. With the team being in Germany for the local Grand Prix, Infiniti, which looks like the most probable partner if Red Bull Racing's plan receives the green light, grabbed the opportunity for a little promotion activity at the Nürburgring. Read more »

VIDEO: That’s the Spirit…Drunk Russians Sink Infiniti FX35

Once you watch this video, we are pretty sure that you will think twice before saying the little kid running around like a twister throwing sand all over the place and the odd couple trying to learn how to play rackets are the most annoying things you have ever seen at the beach.

The apparently intoxicated owner of this black Infiniti FX along with his equally messed up friends went berserk on a Russian beach (or at least the person who uploaded the video on Youtube claims that the incident took place in Russia) and put everyone in danger including themselves when they drove the Japanese crossover into and out of the sea.

In their third attempt to show their pedigree to beach goers they managed to sink the Infiniti, which of course was flooded with sea water once the driver opened the door... Follow the break to watch the video for yourself.

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Infiniti’s 2012 M Hybrid Campaign Takes a Swipe at Lexus GS 450h

‘Remember’ is the name of Infiniti’s new campaign for the 2012 M Hybrid, which is set to launch in the USA in spring of 2011 with prices starting from $53,700. The 31 second spot takes us on a quick journey through the history of hybrids, beginning with the first hybrid car in 1888, to the hybrid patent in 1909, and through the hybrids of the 1970s on to today’s hybrid models including the Lexus GS 450h, which can be seen in the ad parked on the road.

According to Infiniti, the 2012 M Hybrid directly challenges “the notion that you can’t have great performance and great fuel economy” adding that its model is the only car in America that delivers 360 horsepower and 32 miles-per-gallon (highway) – combined fuel economy is rated at 29mpg.

There’s no mention in the commercial on the model that single handedly made hybrids a household word bringing the technology to the masses – we’re talking of course about the first generation Toyota Prius.

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VIDEO: 2011 Infiniti M56 and M37s Walkaround

In what could be one of the most tedious videos of the year, Nissan's luxury division, Infiniti, has released a seven minute long film with the exterior and interior details of its BMW 5-Series rival, the 2011 M premium sedan, which made its world premiere earlier this week. Under the hood, the new M37 gets a 330hp 3.7-liter V6 while the M56 debuts a 420HP 5.6-liter V8. Infiniti has also announced a hybrid variant for 2011 while in Europe, the M will be offered with a Renault-sourced, V6 diesel as well.

Infiniti: Watch the Live Presentation of the 2011 M Sedan and Revised 2010 G

Follow the break to watch a live webcast of Infiniti's media event at the SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills where the Japanese company will show the all-new new 2011 M sedan and its redesigned 2010 G, as well as announce details on the 2011 QX SUV and its hybrid plans.

Video: Infiniti G37 Convertible on the Road, See the Retractable Hardtop in Action

Nissan's upscale Infiniti division lifted the veil off the 2009 G37 Convertible at the Los Angeles Motorshow and from what we've heard, the initial reactions appear to be positive. We've already posted plenty of high-resolution photographs along with a detailed article on the four-seater convertible but this is the first time that we get the chance to see the car and its retractable hardtop in action. But as with the case of the 370Z promo film, Nissan/Infiniti has once again forgotten (?) to add sound to the video. Well, this time we decided to break the silence by including a 1996 song called 'Mint Car' by the British group 'The Cure'. Check out the video after the jump.

Geneva Video: 2009 Infiniti FX50 Debut

Continuing our video stream of the Geneva Show presentations, here’s the unveiling of the second generation FX (pics & details) that will lead Infiniti’s entry into the Western European market starting from October 2008. Displayed along with three other Infiniti models at the Geneva Motor Show, the G37 Sedan, G37 Coupé and EX37, the FX50 is powered by a new 390 Hp 5.0-liter V8 engine. The FX range will be enhanced with the addition of a V6-powered model, details of which will be announced at a later date. US sales are expected to start in June 2008. –Video after the jump

Video: 2010 Infiniti M Scooped on Film

When one of our readers sent us this spy video link last week, the first thought that passed our mind was the 2009 Nissan Maxima. However, we decided to cross-check it with some of our inside sources and guess what; this isn’t the 2009 Maxima but the 2010 Infiniti M! The prototype was caught testing in Arizona, and from what our sources told us, Infiniti’s BMW 5-Series adversary will make its debut in late 2009 or early 2010. As with the recently facelifted model (see here), the new “M” will be offered with V6 and V8 engine units while customers will also be able to choose between rear-wheel and all-wheel-drive versions. -Video after the jump

Via: Le Blog Auto , Thanks for the tip Daniel!

Video: 2007 BMW 335i vs 2008 Infiniti G37

The boyz over at Edmund’s Insideline compare two of the hottest luxury GT’s in the market today: the 2007 BMW 335i Coupe with Infiniti’s 2008 G37 Coupe. Don’t expect any power drifting scenes though as Insideline’s video is what we’d call, “a visualized version of a mainstream magazine comparison test”. Regardless if you agree or not with the verdict (we won’t tell you who won, see the vid!), we’ll give thumbs up to the folks at Insideline for managing to compress all their thoughts in just over four minutes. Besides, not everyone cares to see a couple of 300+ Hp rear-wheel drive luxury coupes drifting and burning rubber, do they...