INFINITI of South Atlanta is a proud sponsor and regular donor of Meals on Wheels of Coweta!

Meals on Wheels of Coweta is a non-profit organization offering free services to seniors who are homebound because of disability, chronic illness and don’t receive regular assistance from others. Since many are unable to prepare meals for themselves, Meals on Wheels volunteers prepare and deliver home-cooked meals 5-7 days a week.

What many don’t know is Meals on Wheels of Coweta offers services other than providing meals! They also offer handyman repairs, friendly visits to combat loneliness, as well as, pet food/care assistance. 

Meals on Wheels of Coweta does not receive financial support from the government so, without donors, grantors or volunteers, this organization would not exist. If you are interested in donating, volunteering or simply want more information about this amazing organization, visit, www.MealsOnWheelsOfCoweta.org. You can also email them at mowcoweta@numail.org.

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It’s time to start thinking about it. Winter. Even as we enjoy the onset of autumn’s splendor, we know winter is not far behind. Is your vehicle ready? While the weather is pleasant, take a few minutes to do some simple checks.

Lights: Do all the lights on your car or truck work properly? It’s easy to tell if a headlight has failed, but burned out brake lights, blinkers, and marker lamps aren’t always apparent. Don’t worry if you don’t know how to replace the bulbs yourself; especially now, with so many vehicles using LED lighting elements, fixing a problem may require the help of a dealer technician, but you can spot the lights that are out yourself.

Make sure the headlights, both low and high-beam, are operating correctly. To check the other lights, turning the vehicle on to its “accessory” position might be necessary. Make sure the blinkers all work, left and right, front and rear. Many vehicles now have additional blinkers in the mirrors or sides of the vehicle, so be sure to check those if your car or truck has them. Get an assistant to step on the brake pedal while you make sure all your brake lights – left, right and center high-mounted – are working. Remember to check license plate lights, position lights, reverse lights, running lights and parking lights.

Wipers and Windshield: Is it hard to see out your windshield at night or in the rain? If the answer is yes, you’ll want to correct the situation. Wipers that smear, chatter, or otherwise fail to clear the windshield are a big danger you can fix quickly and inexpensively. If you don’t remember the last time the wiper blades were changed, now is a good time to replace them. Check the operation of your windshield washer system, too. Do the nozzles spray a strong stream on the windshield? If you can’t see, you’re more likely to hit things. 

The windshield itself can pick up rock chips and other damage that reduces visibility. Keep the windshield clean, inside and out; physical damage to the windshield glass can sometimes be repaired, and windshield replacement, if necessary, may be covered by your car insurance, depending on your coverage.

Tires: Even if you’re not in a region where winter tires are necessary, you need good tires for maximum safety. Look for uneven wear patterns or low tread depth. Worn tires are more likely to hydroplane, and they give up dry traction, too. Any obvious damage–– including chunks missing, nails or screws in the tread, bubbles or cuts in the sidewalls, suspicious bulges or flat spots in the tread, etc.––can be an immediate hazard and should be addressed right away.

Fluids: This one is possibly the simplest. Make sure all of the fluids are at the proper levels, especially the windshield washer fluid. It’s a good idea to carry an extra bottle or two of washer fluid, as well, because it’s easy to go through a lot of it when you need to keep salt spray off the windshield. Power steering fluid, engine coolant and brake fluid are vital to safe driving, as well; if you don’t feel comfortable checking these fluids yourself, your service department will happily take a look.

Most of these checks are included with a routine vehicle maintenance visit, so you could make it easy by heading in for an oil and filter change and multi-point inspection. Then you can head into the winter months confident that your car won’t let you down when you need it the most.

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

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No matter how much work you put into keeping your vehicle’s exterior looking clean and shiny, passengers are likely going to be more interested in how you take care of it on the inside. If your vehicle’s upholstery is dingy, stained or emitting some strange odor, you’ll want to take steps to ensure that your interior is looking every bit as good as your exterior. Not only will this prevent passengers from turning up their noses at you, but it will also help your vehicle retain more of its value over time, which helps if you decide that you’d like to sell it one day.

Stock up on the right supplies
Before you dive into cleaning your interior, be sure you have everything you need at your disposal. Running in and out of the house or to and from the store for cleaning tools will make upholstery care a much bigger chore than it needs to be.

YourMechanic’s Mark Vallet recommends essentials such as microfiber cloths; a soft, clean sponge or cloth; a vacuum; a bucket of warm water; and a bristled, yet soft scrubbing brush. You’ll also need some kind of upholstery cleaner, but you should take care to ensure that the product that you choose is appropriate for the material in your vehicle.

Apply care 101
Before you get into the nitty-gritty or nooks and crannies of upholstery care, it’s good to start by removing any clutter on, under or around your seats. You’ll also want to take out any floor mats to ensure that you clean the area beneath them. Once your seats and floors are bare, use your vacuum to remove dust, dirt and debris. Vallet recommends a wet/dry vacuum due to its superlative cleaning power and an extended cord and hose.

Once you are satisfied that you’ve vacuumed up as much of the dirt as you can, Vallet suggests going over your surfaces with a moist cloth and spot-testing your cleaning agent.

Refresh cloth seats
If you would prefer a more natural solution to cleaning your cloth seats, or even just a more affordable choice, you can easily concoct a home remedy that is as effective as anything you’ll find at the store. Angie’s List Founder Angie Hicks suggests combining a gallon of water with a cup of vinegar and a touch of dish soap. Using a hard-bristle brush, lightly apply this mixture to your fabric surfaces and let sit for 30 minutes. Once it’s sat long enough, apply warm water and blot dry.

If you want something more fragrant, you can include a few drops of essential oils to your cleaning mixture. This provides a fresh scent without the heaviness of a chemical solution.

Condition leather upholstery
Leather upholstery requires a softer touch than fabric upholstery, which is why DIY Network recommends against using ammonia- or bleach-based cleaners. If you don’t want to invest in a leather-specific cleaning substance, you can make your own homemade solution by mixing five parts warm water with one part liquid dish soap in a bucket. Apply to a cloth and wipe down your seats and surfaces thoroughly. Use a second cloth, damp with water, to wipe clean and a towel to dry.

If your elbow grease is just not enough to renew your car’s interior satisfactorily, or your schedule is just too packed to do your vehicle justice, consider reaching out to the professionals to get the job done properly. Your vehicle is one of your biggest investments, and spending a little time or money to make sure that its interior is well-maintained is well worth the return.

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

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Fall is finally here! With the weather getting colder, soup is the perfect dinner to keep you warm without weighing you down. Check out these healthy soups designed to keep you full and guilt-free.

Protein-Packed Chili

Ingredients for 8 servings

• 1 tablespoon oil
• 8 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 jalapeño, chopped, seeded
• 1 teaspoon salt, to taste
• ¼ teaspoon pepper, to taste
• 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
• 4 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon cumin
• 4 tomatoes, cubed
• 28 oz crushed tomato, 1 can
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 cups water
• 1 ½ cups quinoa, rinsed
• 1 cup red kidney bean, drained
• 1 cup pinto bean, drained
• 1 cup black beans, drained
• 1 cup corn, fresh or frozen
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro
• avocado, for garnish

Preparation

1. In a large pot, over medium heat, combine oil, garlic, onion, pepper, jalapeño, salt, pepper, cayenne pepper, chili powder, and cumin. Sauté until onion is translucent, 5-6 minutes.
2. Add tomatoes, crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, water, quinoa, kidney beans, pinto beans, and black beans. Bring to a boil.
3. Cover and reduce to a simmer for 25-30 minutes.
4. Add corn, lime juice, oregano, and cilantro, cover again and simmer for 5 minutes.
5. Allow to cool 2 minutes. Serve topped with avocado and cilantro.
6. Enjoy!

Potato Leek Soup

Ingredients for 8 servings

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 3 large leeks, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 lb potato, cubed
• salt, to taste
• pepper, to taste
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 2 cups water
• 2 sprigs fresh thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• ¼ cup fresh chives, chopped
• hot sauce, to taste

Preparation

1. Melt butter on medium heat in a large pot. Add the chopped leeks and stir until coated with butter.
2. Cover the pot and lower heat, cook for around 10 minutes until the leeks have softened.
3. Increase to medium-high. Add garlic, potatoes, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute, then add vegetable broth, water, thyme, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil.
4. Lower heat and cover pot with a lid and simmer for 15 minutes, or until potatoes are tender and easily speared by a fork.
5. Uncover and remove thyme and bay leaf.
6. Use an immersion or countertop blender to blend the soup until smooth.
7. Stir in chives and hot sauce (optional).
8. Allow to cool 2 minutes and serve.
9. Enjoy!

Cauliflower Parmesan Soup

Ingredients for 8 servings

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 8 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 heads cauliflower, riced
• salt, to taste
• pepper, to taste
• 8 cups vegetable broth
• 2 cups water
• 2 sprigs fresh thyme
• ½ cup vegetarian parmesan cheese
• ¼ cup fresh chives

Preparation

1. Melt butter on medium heat in a large pot. Add the garlic and onion, and sauté 1-2 minutes until onion is translucent. Stir in salt and pepper.
2. Add the cauliflower, vegetable broth, and water, then stir.
3. Bring to a boil.
4. Add the thyme then cover and reduce to a simmer for 15 minutes.
5. Uncover and remove the thyme.
6. Use an immersion or countertop blender to blend the soup until smooth.
7. Mix in vegetarian Parmesan and chives.
8. Allow to cool 2 minutes then serve.
9. Enjoy!

Tomato Basil Soup

Ingredients for 8 servings

• 1 tablespoon oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 stalk celery, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon pepper
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• ¼ cup fresh basil
• 28 oz crushed tomato, 2 cans
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• 2 sprigs fresh thyme

Preparation

1. Combine oil, onion, celery, and garlic over medium heat in a large pot. Sauté for 3 minutes until onions are translucent.
2. Add salt, pepper, tomato paste, basil, crushed tomatoes, broth, baking soda, and thyme. Bring to a boil.
3. Lower heat and cover, simmering for 15 minutes.
4. Uncover and remove thyme.
5. Use an immersion or countertop blender to blend the soup until smooth.
6. Allow to cool 2 minutes and serve topped with basil.
7. Enjoy!

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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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