As INFINITI prepares to celebrate its 30th anniversary in November, much has changed in the world and the automotive landscape. At launch in 1989, INFINITI stood out as a brand that does not follow the conventional luxury pack – celebrating its position as a customer-centric alternative with beautiful design, world’s first technologies and breakthrough customer service initiatives at its core.

Entering the 2020 model year, INFINITI continues its commitment to embracing innovation and pushing the limits of what’s possible in product design, innovative technologies and customer care. Looking further ahead into its fourth decade, INFINITI is redefining its product designs, technologies and customer experience for an electrified future.
More information regarding the celebration of the first 30 years – and the continuing brand and customer journey will be forthcoming. In the meantime, please enjoy this preliminary look at What’s New for the 2020 INFINITI lineup.

Additional information will be available closer to each vehicle’s on-sale date, and, as always, stay tuned to www.infinitinews.com for the latest product news and updates.

2020 INFINITI Q50 – Available fall 2019

The enhancements to the popular INFINITI Q50 include a revised model lineup with the addition of the Q50 3.0t PURE that offers 300 horsepower for the entry luxury sport sedan, among the best in its segment. All 2020 Q50 models now feature INFINITI’s advanced 3.0-liter V6 engine technology (300 horsepower or 400 horsepower).

All 2020 Q50 models also receive a new-generation INFINITI InTouch™ System with HD dual-display LCD/VGA 8-inch upper and 7-inch lower touchscreens. Also standard are Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, including Siri® and Google Voice®.

The 2020 Q50 lineup includes:

• Six 300-horsepower, 3.0-liter V6 twin-turbo models: Q50 3.0t PURE, Q50 3.0t PURE AWD, Q50 3.0t LUXE, Q50 3.0t LUXE AWD, Q50 3.0t SPORT and Q50 3.0t SPORT AWD
• Two powerful 400-horsepower models, the Q50 RED SPORT 400 and Q50 RED SPORT 400 AWD

More details on the 2020 INFINITI Q50 are available on www.infinitinews.com.

2020 INFINITI Q60 – Available fall 2019

The iconic INFINITI Q60 performance coupe remains relatively unchanged for the 2020 model year, save for the addition of a new IT system and RED SPORT 400 accent trim colors.

A total of six 2020 Q60 models are offered:

• Four 300-horsepower, 3.0t twin-turbo V6 models: Q60 3.0t PURE, Q60 3.0t PURE AWD, Q60 3.0t LUXE and Q60 3.0t LUXE AWD
• The 400-horsepower Q60 RED SPORT 400 and RED SPORT 400 AWD

Full details will be provided closer to availability of the 2020 Q60 in fall 2019.

2020 INFINITI QX50 – Available fall 2019

With an all-new QX50 design introduced for the 2019 model year – including world-first technologies, standout design, an enhanced interior space and an entirely new platform – the QX50 instantly became a strong contender in the luxury mid-size crossover segment, including a 50 percent sales increase in calendar year 2018.

The QX50 also received a 5-star overall rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, as well as being named a 2019 Consumer Guide “Best Buy” in the Premium Compact Crossover category.

For 2020, QX50 enhances its high level of versatility, efficiency and performance with the addition of two new grade levels at the top of the lineup – the QX50 AUTOGRAPH and QX50 SENSORY. Also for 2020, a number of safety, security and driver assistance features become standard on all grade levels, including Lane Departure Warning, Blind Spot Warning, Rear Automatic Braking, Rear Cross Traffic Alert and High Beam Assist. Also added to all grades are a new IT system and several new or revised option packages.

The QX50’s advanced 2.0-liter VC-Turbo engine, a breakthrough in combustion engine design, adjusts its compression ratio to optimize power and efficiency. It combines the power of a high-output 2.0-liter turbocharged gasoline engine with the torque and efficiency of a four-cylinder diesel engine. The engine delivers 268 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque, along with fuel economy rated at 27mpg combined for front-wheel drive and 26 mpg combined for all-wheel drive models.

The 2020 QX50 is now offered in five well-equipped models – QX50 PURE, QX50 LUXE, QX50 ESSENTIAL, QX50 SENSORY and QX50 AUTOGRAPH – each in a choice of front-wheel drive or Intelligent All-Wheel Drive.

More details on the 2020 INFINITI QX50 are available on www.infinitinews.com.

2020 INFINITI QX60 – Available now

The award-winning INFINITI QX60 luxury crossover, INFINITI’s top-selling model, continues to hone its reputation as a versatile 3-row/7-passenger vehicle, offering a combination of family features with a welcoming, crafted design inside and out. The QX60 remains relatively unchanged for the 2020 model year.

The QX60 exterior fully embodies INFINITI’s dramatic design language, including signature grille, headlamps, LED daytime running lights and LED fog lights. Other exterior details range from integrated LED turn signals in the side rearview mirrors to unique 18-inch and 20-inch wheel designs. A hands-free Motion Activated Liftgate is available with the Sensory Package.

On the inside, the QX60 continues to offer real 7-pasenger/3-row utility, plus all the luxurious features, performance and innovations that INFINITI has become known for worldwide. Among the many luxury features are available leather-appointed seating for 1st and 2nd rows, maple wood interior accents, stitched upper dash and INFINITI InTouch™ with 8.0-inch vehicle information display.

Every 2020 QX60 comes equipped with an advanced 3.5-liter V6 engine rated at 295 horsepower and 270 lb-ft of torque. The QX60 is offered in front-wheel drive or with INFINITI Intelligent All-Wheel Drive.

Available security features and driving aids include Around View® Monitor with Moving Object Detection, Backup Collision Intervention, Blind Spot Intervention™ system, Intelligent Cruise Control (Full-Speed Range), Distance Control Assist, Active Trace Control, Lane Departure Prevention and Front Pre-Crash Seat Belts.

More details on the 2020 INFINITI QX60 are available on www.infinitinews.com.

View our 2020 INFINITI QX60 inventory here.

2020 INFINITI QX80 – Available fall 2019

The flagship QX80 full-size luxury SUV offers a number of enhancements for the new model year, including revised ProAssist and Sensory package content, new IT system technology, available 17-speaker Bose® Performance Series Audio system, two new exterior colors and revised interior accent finisher availability. Also added are standard Rear Door Alert, Lane Departure Warning, Backup Collision Intervention and Blind Spot Warning.

The 2020 QX80 is offered in three models: the QX80 LUXE, QX80 LUXE 4WD and the QX80 LIMITED 4WD – which includes exclusive exterior and interior treatments such as dark, machine-finished 22-inch forged aluminum wheels; two-tone, quilted semi-aniline leather with Alcantara® seats, contrast piping and stitching; satin chrome exterior trim, roof rails and crossbars.

Full details will be provided closer to availability of the 2020 QX80 in fall 2019.

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Summer has come and gone in a flash, and you probably spent a lot of the past months on the road traveling for family vacations. Those drives have certainly put a strain on your vehicle, so to ensure that your car is ready to make the transition from summer to fall you need to perform this end-of-summer maintenance.

Tires

After spending a season driving long distances and parking in the summer heat, your vehicle’s tires have endured strenuous conditions. To ensure they’re ready for the months ahead, check that each tire is inflated to the proper level and doesn’t show signs of leaks, bulges or cracks. While you’re at it, check the condition of the spare tire.

Care Advantage Inc. recommends evaluating if the tires have deep enough traction to safely operate in the winter. Depending on where you live, you might want to consider switching to snow tires before winter arrives.

Engine oil

Your vehicle’s oil should be flushed and its filter replaced every couple of months, so if you didn’t get an oil change during the summer, it’s time to schedule one. According to Firestone Complete Auto Care, intense weather – including heat – strains your vehicle, so the oil system needs to remain clean and flowing to help the engine run.

Wipers

Other parts of your car that could’ve sustained damage from the summer heat are the wiper blades. High temperatures and direct sun could have cracked the rubber and rendered the wipers less effective. The National Automotive Parts Association recommends replacing the wiper blades every six months – or sooner if they’re damaged.

Lights

Rarely do you spend time outside your car while it’s running, so it has probably been a while since you’ve seen how well – or poorly – its lights are shining. Grab a partner to help you check the lights to catch any dim or dead bulbs. This includes the headlamps, tail lights, turn signals and emergency lights. To keep lights bright, The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence recommends cleaning the lenses with a wet cloth on a regular basis to remove grime.

Clean out

Proper maintenance is more than just about what’s under the hood. If you and your family spent a lot of time in the car this summer, the cabin is probably filled with extraneous cargo, trash and dirt. Take time to clean out the piled-up junk, vacuum the interior and freshen up the upholstery.
The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence recommends also restocking emergency tools at this time, including gloves, blankets, flares, a flashlight, snacks and cables.

Vehicle inspection

Summer can accelerate the wear and breakdown of a car’s essential systems, including ones you might not obviously recognize. Experts at Firestone Complete Auto Care recommend having professionals evaluate the status of the brakes, the alignment, belts, air conditioning, defroster, the battery (condition and charge) and various fluid levels. If your vehicle has reached a milestone on its odometer, an inspection is particularly important. From cleaning to inspections, there are many ways you can help your vehicle continue running for many summers to come.

This article is presented by INFINITI of South Atlanta in Union City, GA.

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The New Birth International Film Festival is a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing national and worldwide awareness to the arts world by providing opportunities and a platform for emerging artists.

Hosted by New Birth Baptist Church, the four-day festival will open with the premiere of an upcoming Hollywood release followed by an Independent film screenings, master classes, panels, celebrity talks, live entertainment and a variety of networking events.

Being the largest church in the state of Georgia, New Birth Baptist Church is home to approximately 20,000 members worldwide. With this film festival, newly appointed Pastor, Jamal Bryant, aims to continue the promotion of Atlanta as the new film mecca for people of all races and to reinforce voices that otherwise might not be heard.

Join us on October 16th through 19th and help us showcase films that will help develop the next generation of filmmakers, musicians, and actors!

Tickets start at $40.
Use code: INFINITI to purchase your All-Access Pass for only $199.

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit their Event Brite page here.

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This month, the INFINITI QX80 has received the 2019 Ideal Vehicle Award in the Luxury SUV segment from AutoPacific, the automotive research and consulting firm. The Ideal Vehicle Awards (IVA) recognize vehicles that exceed owners’ expectations, based on responses from more than 50,000 owners of new vehicles across all major manufacturers.

“Winning the Ideal Vehicle Award shows that our planners, designers and engineers understand what buyers want and have provided a product closely targeted to those needs and desires,” said Jeff Pope, Group Vice President of INFINITI Americas. “It is no surprise that the QX80, with its comfortable interior and luxury features throughout, was ranked so highly by its owners.”

The 2019 IVAs are based on scores developed using results from AutoPacific’s National New Vehicle Satisfaction Survey, where respondents rate 14 vehicle attributes concerning their desire for change. The INFINITI QX80 scored 1093 out of a possible 1400, beating out competitor SUVs like the Lincoln Navigator, Lexus LX and GX, and Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV.

The 2019 QX80 continues the bold interpretation of INFINITI’s Powerful Elegance design language with unmistakable INFINITI signature design elements. Designed to provide a sense of inclusive luxury for drivers and passengers alike, INFINITI’s flagship SUV boasts a refined and spacious cabin that features high-quality materials, a handcrafted finish and advanced drive-assist technologies. The QX80’s roominess makes it capable of transporting up to eight adults and their belongings comfortably.

The QX80 also offers a rear entertainment system featuring large, high-resolution screens that provide the interface for connectivity and entertainment devices. The QX80 is the total package with available technologies such as: Lane Departure Warning and Prevention, Intelligent Cruise Control, Distance Control Assist, Predictive Forward Collision Warning, Forward Emergency Braking, Blind Spot Warning, Blind Spot Intervention, Backup Collision Intervention and Hydraulic Body Motion Control.

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To keep your car’s paint job looking shiny and new, it’s a good idea to buff and wax it regularly. Doing this will also preserve the value of your car and save you money by reducing the need for more serious maintenance later on.

What’s the difference between buffing and waxing?

Buffing and waxing are often discussed together, but they accomplish different things for a car. Buffing generally comes first and only needs to be done once a year or so, while waxing should be done more often – about every three months, according to Ben Murphy of Popular Mechanics. Murphy also writes that buffing helps restore lightly scratched or weathered surfaces by removing a thin layer of damaged paint. Meanwhile, waxing protects a car’s paint job and helps restore the initial clear coat, resulting in a smooth, gleaming look.

Buffing your car

Before you buff your car, The News Wheel suggests washing, rinsing and drying it thoroughly with a chamois cloth. Cover lights, moldings, badges and other elements with masking tape so they don’t get scuffed in the process. Now you’re ready to buff your car.

Murphy recommends using an electric orbital buffer. You’ll also need buffing pads and buffing compound. Working one small area at a time, evenly apply compound with a pad. Then, apply the electric buffer in steady circles to the area until it turns gleaming and smooth. Be careful to hold the buffer flat so it doesn’t hurt the paint surface. Continue this process until the entire car has been buffed. If this is your first time buffing a car, try practicing on a small, less noticeable spot until you get the hang of it.

If your paint coat is in decent shape, you can use the same process to polish it instead – just use car polish in place of buffing compound.

Waxing your car

To wax your car, you’ll need car wax, an applicator pad and some microfiber cloths. With the pad, use circular motions to evenly apply the wax to the car’s surface. Work in small areas like you did while buffing. Once you’ve applied the wax to an area, wait for it to dry – the recommended time is often printed on the wax container. Then, remove the wax with a microfiber cloth, again using circular motions.

Once you’ve finished waxing your car, remove the masking tape from non-painted surfaces. Then, The News Wheel recommends cleaning the windows and any other areas that may have buffing compound or car wax splattered on them.

If you don’t feel comfortable buffing or waxing your car yourself, you can have these tasks done by a professional. Learning how to do it yourself will save you money in the long run, and you’ll come away with a greater sense of accomplishment. Either way, incorporating buffing and waxing into your normal car maintenance routine is a great way to preserve your car’s looks and improve its lifespan.

This article is presented by INFINITI of South Atlanta in Union City, GA.

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• ‘Sign-off’ track testing carried out by Renault F1 Team star Nico Hülkenberg
• INFINITI evaluating if Project Black S can enter limited production; final decision due later in 2019

INFINITI and Renault F1 Team have completed the track-focused development of the unique high-performance, dual-hybrid powertrain created for the INFINITI Project Black S prototype. The development work was signed off at Salzburgring in Austria by Renault F1 Team star Nico Hülkenberg, where two prototypes were put through their paces.

INFINITI will continue to test and validate elements of the Q60 Project Black S prototype and will take a decision on the production potential for the car and its technologies by the end of 2019.

An evolving collaboration between INFINITI and Renault F1 Team, the Project Black S prototype has served as a test-bed for development of the new Formula One™ -inspired powertrain technology. The latest version of the Project Black S was revealed in Paris in fall 2018. Since then, powertrain engineers from Renault F1 Team and INFINITI have developed the unique technology further, exploring whether it could be deployed in a high-performance road car. Furthermore, the program has provided an insight into how INFINITI can work hand-in-hand with partners on developing new projects and technologies.

Mike Colleran, Deputy Chairman, INFINITI Motor Company, comments: “The work that has gone into Project Black S represents a milestone in INFINITI’s road to electrification. This test-bed for new ideas, and rapid development, represents everything INFINITI hopes to achieve with its electrified cars in future, such as smart energy management from advanced high-performance powertrains, a thrilling drive, and a performance aesthetic.”

Cyril Abiteboul, Managing Director of Renault F1 Team, said “A technical partner to the Renault F1 team, INFINITI’s experience of working with homologated hybrid powertrain technology was instrumental in the co-development of our dual-hybrid system. The Black S project now gives us a rare opportunity for the direct transfer of genuine F1-honed technology back into a road car. Making this leap, from circuit to road, is something we are incredibly excited to be involved in”.

New ways of working and production potential

A key aim of the Project Black S program was to explore the potential for new motorsport-inspired electrification technologies and development processes. Project Black S fuses expertise from road and race track, with its dual-hybrid powertrain, all-new, purpose built brakes, and optimized suspensions, all complemented by the use of advanced lightweight materials throughout the purposeful new bodywork and a motorsport-inspired interior.

INFINITI’s Mike Colleran comments: “Working with Renault F1 Team has opened our eyes to new ways of working. Outside of the traditional process in which we engineer cars and technologies, this collaboration has shown us what can be achieved with a small, dedicated team. We will learn from this to enhance the way we create other cars in future.”

Dual-hybrid powertrain technology

The Project Black S dual-hybrid powertrain technology is derived from Formula One and engineered specifically for road use. A focused, agile team of designers and engineers from the two technology partners has enabled the rapid development of testing prototypes. A test-bed based on the INFINITI Q60 sports coupe and its 400 hp VR30 twin-turbo V6 engine, the dual-hybrid system combines supercar performance with smart energy management.

The VR30 engine has been transformed with the creation of two heat-energy harvesting systems (MGU-H: motor generator unit – heat), which develop electricity under acceleration. Paired with a kinetic harvesting system (MGU-K: motor generator unit – kinetic) that generates electricity under braking and an all-new energy management system, Project Black S is a unique and exciting electrified performance hybrid prototype.

In a similar manner to Renault F1 Team’s R.S.19 racecar, the Project Black S’ smart powertrain stores this energy and discharges it as the driver requires, spooling up the turbochargers instantaneously as the driver opens the throttle, boosting power sent to the rear wheels via the MGU-K over continued periods of acceleration.

Currently, the dual-hybrid powertrain is capable of producing up to 418 kW (568 ps, 563 hp) – 40 percent more than the prototype’s donor car, the INFINITI Q60 Red Sport 400. Uniquely, it provides sustained and sustainable hybrid performance, delivering electrically assisted acceleration, lap after lap.

The prototype offers drivers complete control over how the powertrain uses this energy, with three Formula One-inspired drive modes – Road, Quali and Race – each altering the way in which the powertrain harvests and discharges power.

INFINITI’s Mike Colleran added: “There is still work to be done. Now we have two completed prototypes we will fully evaluate the production potential of Project Black S. It is still too early to predict the outcome as we need a solid business case, but the latest rounds of testing have proved its unique performance and underlines our pursuit of electrified performance. This is an exciting phase of the process. We will consider every element of the development prototypes to establish the feasibility of volume or limited production in future.”

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The summer driving season is nearly over and stores are full of back to school merchandise.

Now that you’re starting to stock up on new pencils and notebooks, make sure you don’t miss forget about prepping your car. Your car has worked hard in the summer heat, so give it a head start on the new school year with some service.

Review the basics

Start with an oil and filter change. This summer has been hot. Through it all, your vehicle’s engine has been working in an enclosed space that is hotter still. Even at a comfortable 80 degrees outside temperature, it could be more than 200 degrees in your vehicle’s engine compartment. That heat puts a lot of stress on the engine’s oil, causing breakdown that can lead to reduced protection and possibly even the formation of sludge. Fresh lubrication will ensure smooth sailing on your travels.

Changing the rest of your vehicle’s filters when have the oil changed, if necessary, is a good practice. Remember the engine’s air filter, fuel filter, and the commonly-overlooked cabin air filter, if your car or truck has one. A new cabin filter will more effectively keep particulates and irritants such as pollen out of your cabin’s airflow. Change it up and breathe easy.

Small but crucial, the often-overlooked crankcase ventilation system filters should be checked and replaced at regular intervals, as well. If you don’t, you could be headed for a more expensive problem down the road. Your engine’s ventilation system traps vapor and directs it through the engine’s intake system instead of letting it seep out into the atmosphere. A failed or plugged system will allow the buildup of excess pressure inside your engine. When that happens, the pressure can squeeze out an oil seal, leading to a serious leak. No doubt your engine will breathe easier.

Don’t forget the details

While you’re under the hood, make sure everything else checks out, too. What kind of shape is the serpentine belt in? How about the coolant that’s in the reservoir? Not only should it be brought to the proper level, but the coolant should be just a few years old. Let it circulate too long and it loses the additives that help protect your engine from corrosion; not only that, it will no longer offer the same level of freeze and boil-over protection.

Batteries also hate the heat, so make sure you’re not making its job harder with corroded or excessively dirty electrical connections. If there is obvious green corrosion at the battery terminal connects, first neutralize the acid, then clean and re-seat all the connections. If your battery is not of the maintenance free variety, it should also be checked for the proper fluid levels. If you’re not comfortable doing these jobs, your dealer’s service department will know how.

Last, because the days are getting shorter fast, do a walk-around to make sure all the lights are working. From running lamps to blinkers and even license plate lamps, check them all. It’s obvious when a headlamp is out, but not everybody takes notice of just how many bulbs there can be on an automobile. Take a look, and if you’re unsure of which replacement bulbs to get, consult your owner’s manual. Or simply stop by and let the expert technicians do it for you.

A quick check of these items will help you stay on course. Check your owner’s manual for recommended maintenance items and make an appointment with your service department.

This article is presented by INFINITI of South Atlanta in Union City, GA.

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The VC-Turbo, the world’s first variable compression ratio engine, was recognized with high scores at The International Engine + Powertrain of the Year Awards this month.

The 272PS (268 horsepower) VC-Turbo was named in two key categories: 250PS to 350PS and Best New Engine, competing with other engines and powertrains the automotive industry has launched this year.

The VC-Turbo engine is able to intelligently switch between compression ratios of 8:1 (for power) and 14:1 (for efficiency) in just over a second. It can also operate at any ratio between the two to suit the demands of the driver and road conditions.

“Aside from gaining a big advantage over rival brands with this technology, INFINITI and Nissan might just have saved the internal combustion engine as we know it,” said Dean Slavnich, co-chairman of the awards. “And in doing so, it has secured their own future too, because innovation brings success.”

The awards jury is made up of 70 automotive journalists representing 31 countries and many more

publications, highlighting the global impact VC-Turbo has made.

“Variable compression ratio technology represents a breakthrough in powertrain development,” said Michael

Colleran, deputy chairman of INFINITI Motor Company. “The QX50, powered by the VC-Turbo, is the first production vehicle ever to give drivers an engine that transforms on demand, setting a new benchmark for powertrain capability and refinement, so customers can have the best combination of power and efficiency.” The QX50 is a stunning midsize SUV with technology and utility that customers around the world appreciate.”

The engine was first introduced in the 2019 INFINITI QX50 midsize luxury SUV, which also features standout

design and unrivaled interior space, all on an entirely new platform. The VC-Turbo engine is seen as a bridge to electrification for INFINITI, as the company moves to revealing an electrified product portfolio within the next few years.

A 2.0-liter turbocharged and inter-cooled engine, the VC-Turbo is the result of more than 20 years of ingenuity and passion within Nissan Motor Co. More than 100 development engines were created in the

development process and, at one point, the highly advanced work came to a halt as the computer power needed to finalize the design was not available. When computers caught up with the engineering dream, VC-Turbo became a reality.

Facts and figures about the VC-Turbo:

1996 – The year work began on developing the variable compression ratio engine

2016 – The year when the VC-Turbo was first revealed, at the Paris Motor Show

2018 – The year VC-Turbo went on sale in the INFINITI QX50 premium SUV

8:1 to 14:1 – The VC-Turbo is capable of any compression ratio in this range

-20dB – Compared with a conventional 4-cylinder engine, the VC-Turbo produces 20dB less vibration noise due to the unique engine layout

+100 – Number of engines built in the development process

30,000 – Number of running hours on the test bed

3,000,000 – Number of kilometers of real-world road testing

More information on the VC-Turbo engine and the 2019 QX50 are available at www.infinitiusa.com.

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A-Z
In this game, everyone in the vehicle has to be on the lookout for things as they pass outside – street signs, exit signs, license plates – that will eventually create the entire alphabet. The game will start with everyone looking for an “A.” The person who sees it first will call out what it is, for example, “Alabama license!” Now they are looking for something that begins with a B, but everyone else still needs to find an A. The person who completes the whole alphabet first wins. You’ll be surprised at how fast the trip will go once you get through the entire alphabet! Unfortunately the driver has to sit out of this one, as taking their eyes off the road to look for objects and signs would be dangerous.

20 Questions
For the inquisitive folk, the player who goes first thinks of anything in the world – an object, a food a landmark, etc. The first question should always be something along the lines of, “Animal, vegetable or mineral?” to narrow the thought down. The next 19 questions can be anything the other players in the car would like. For example, “What color is it?” or “What’s the texture?” Avoid questions that can be answered “yes” or “no” unless you know that will help you narrow down what the word is. Award points to the person who guesses the correct answer before the 20 questions are up. If no one guesses it, the person who thought of the object gets the points.

Name That Tune
Have a talented musician in the car? You don’t necessarily need to be an award-winning singer for this game. Someone in the car will begin humming to the beat of a popular song while other people take guesses at what it is. Whoever guesses the correct song is next in line to be the hummer. To make it more interesting (and a bit easier), choose at theme for the game – anything from nursery rhymes to Brittany Spears.

I’m Going On a Picnic…
This is a game that not only will help kill time, but will also boost your memory. One player starts off by stating, “I’m going on a picnic and I’m going to bring…” then states a picnic-related item or food that begins with an A. The next player will then state, “I’m going on a picnic and I’m going to bring…” and repeats the “A” word and adds a word that starts with B. The next player will repeat the phrase as well as the “A” and “B” words, and add a word that begins with a “C” and so on until the end of the alphabet. The game starts off fairly simple but as you go on, you’ll realize how difficult it can be to remember all the items – but that’s just the fun of the game. Also, props to anyone who comes up with a picnic favorite that starts with an X!

Team Storytelling
If anyone in the car loves telling creative stories, then this game will be a hit. The first player will begin by starting to tell a story with an opening line – anything from “Once upon a time…” to a more suspenseful line like, “They opened the door and…” To make the game more challenging, make a type of rule – for instance, that each line has to rhyme. The game could go on for however long you want.

Planning ahead can make traveling with kids a breeze and these games are sure to be a hit.

This article is presented by INFINITI of South Atlanta in Union City, GA.

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The 2019 INFINITI QX50 received a 5-star overall vehicle safety rating as part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s New Car Assessment Program.

ProPILOT Assist, available on the luxury mid-size SUV, is a core driver-assist feature designed to offer support for the driver when needed and to further enhance the overall driving experience.

The 2019 INFINITI QX50 is the company’s most advanced vehicle to date and embodies everything INFINITI stands for: beautiful design, advanced technology and performance features

Late last month, the 2019 INFINITI QX50 luxury mid-size SUV received a 5-star overall vehicle safety rating as part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Both the Intelligent All-Wheel drive and front-wheel drive versions of the INFINITI QX50 were recognized by NHTSA for their safety performance.

Safety Recognition

“The safety of our customers and their passengers is one of our top priorities. With the 2019 INFINITI QX50, we introduced a suite of new driver assistance features, including ProPILOT Assist, which offer support when needed and further enhance the overall driving experience,” said Jeff Pope, Group Vice President, INFINITI Americas. “We are pleased with NHTSA’s recognition of our efforts to develop some of the safest cars on the road.”

The 2019 INFINITI QX50, is the company’s most advanced vehicle to date and embodies everything INFINITI stands for: beautiful design, advanced technology and performance features. The QX50 offers world-first technologies, standout design, enhanced interior space and an entirely new platform that provides a new level of versatility, efficiency and performance in luxury mid-size crossovers.

ProPILOT Assist Technology

Available on the 2019 QX50 is ProPILOT Assist, which is designed to help with single-lane highway driving and primarily leverages two technologies: Lane Keep Assist, which helps to center the QX50 in the lane; and Advanced Intelligent Cruise Control that monitors speed and distance to the vehicle to automatically adjust the speed and adapt to a full speed range in traffic.

Additional available technologies include:

Forward Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection looks for potential frontal collisions with pedestrians ahead or the vehicle in front of you. It can help brake in an emergency to help avoid a frontal collision.

Lane Departure Warning and Prevention lets the driver focus on the road by providing warnings, and potentially intervention, should the vehicle start to drift out of your lane.

Distance Control Assist keeps an eye on what is in front and helps to maintain distances set by the driver by pushing back the accelerator pedal when the vehicle ahead is closer than the preset distance.

Innovative Engine Technology

The luxury mid-size SUV also features the world’s first production variable compression engine, the VC-Turbo, which provides the power and strength of a sprinter with the efficiency and endurance of a marathon runner. It combines the power of a 2.0-liter turbocharged gasoline engine with the torque and efficiency of an advanced four-cylinder engine.

More information on the 2019 INFINITI QX50 is available at www.infinitiusa.com, and details on NCAP safety ratings can be found at www.safercar.gov.

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