Infiniti Puts Best Foot Forward With the 2011 G37 Coupe

The 2011 Infiniti G37 Coupe is a must-drive for consumers in the market for a new luxury sports coupe. I recently test-drove one and was more than pleased with the power and agility of this automobile. The engineers at Infiniti definitely put their best foot forward when designing this car.

To begin, we have to talk about the exterior styling of this vehicle. Even though there is little change from the 2010 model, moving the fog lamps from inside the headlamp to down on the lower portion of the spoiler is a good look for the G37 Coupe. The top slopes down into the hood, which gives this vehicle an overall lowered appearance. The rear of the vehicle looks as if it ends with a predetermined abruptness that gives the G37 that complete sports car display.

Now, lets talk about the powertrain. The 3.6L 330 horsepower engine roars from the time you fire this baby up. It’s perfectly matched with a stout seven-speed automatic transmission, and, best of all, every G37 Coupe is rear-wheel drive. However, the acceleration lane onto your local interstate is your best friend in the Infiniti G37 Coupe. My co-workers know that I don’t let grass grow under me when I’m behind the wheel. However, a colleague was running late for a flight the same week that I test-drove the G37. I decided to try out this beast in an effort to ensure that the person made the flight that day. I must admit, the acceleration is scary fast. The definition of “scary fast” is when your head is thrown back into the headrest and your passenger says, “It’s OK if I miss this one.”

The interior of the Infiniti G37 Coupe is very driver-friendly. All of the necessary high-tech features are easily accessible. I test-drove the Journey trim level, which has dual climate control, Bluetooth and iPod connectivity, heated seats and a rearview monitor. The lowered seats make you feel like you are ready for the Autobahn as soon as you enter the G37’s quarters. It also has paddle shifters on the steering wheel for real driving enthusiasts.

Overall, this is a very fun car to drive. I didn’t want to give it back when it was time to swap out for a different vehicle.

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Infiniti Offers Owners A Personal Assistant

Infiniti is going old school with a new customer-service program that has some things in common with General Motors' OnStar: a real person on hand to help Infiniti owners and give them advice.

While GM's product is a rear-view-mirror mounted technology, Infiniti's product is not physically linked to a vehicle -- it can be used either within or outside of one's car.

Infiniti says the Infiniti Personal Assistant can offer assistance on driving directions, guides, weather, dining suggestions and reservations, movie times and reviews, travel, emergency assistance, stock market information, product reviews, sports stats and other queries.

The program, within the Infiniti's Total Ownership Experience, is intended as (in the company's words) "'anything, anytime, anywhere' concierge service with the personal touch of talking to real people." It's free for the first four years from the date of purchase of a new Infiniti vehicle.

New owners register for the service before taking delivery of their vehicle. The service, which is managed by Dallas-based MyStar, is delivered via cell phone, emails, text messaging or online. The program also allows users to buy a four-year companion account for a different phone number, and Infiniti is also offering a version for people who buy a Certified Pre-Owned vehicle.

Infiniti ran a nine-month test of the program in four major cities. The company says top user requests have included directory assistance, dining suggestions and driving directions.

Ray Daniels, with Infiniti product communications, says the company plans to market the new platform, but is still working out details. "We created IPA because we heard over and over that people's lives were growing ever more complicated," he says. "Furthermore, people felt like they were losing that 'personal touch.' We discovered that our customers really just want to know, 'Can you help me out?'"

Daniels says the IPA product does not involve apps, icons, virtual people, or digital assistants and voices. "It's not paired to a smartphone app or any other interactive platform," he says. "It's literally an assistant on the other end of the phone waiting to be of service."

Daniels says Infiniti's point of difference is the fact that it is not linked to the vehicle. "It's always available to you at all times." He offers an example: "If you leave a shirt in a hotel, just contact Infiniti Personal Assistant, and they'll call the hotel to make arrangements for the shirt to be delivered to you."

Of course, you can make the call yourself, he says -- but the idea is a kind of premium experience that obviates one having to do the heavy lifting. "Sure, you can use your smartphone to look up the hotel information, but you'll have to scroll through pages, call yourself, and see the process all the way through to the end. With IPA, it's one number, a quick friendly conversation, and you're done."

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Infiniti releases information on 2012 model changes

As we get closer to the traditional fall automotive model changes and introductions, the manufacturers begin releasing information about their fall product lineup.  Infiniti has released a preview of their 2012 model line including changes and updates on current models and information on the JX 7-passenger luxury crossover which will be available next spring.

The following is a list of Infiniti models and their 2012 changes and updates.

Infiniti M – All-new360-horsepower, 32-mpg M Hybrid. Enhancements to the rest of the Infiniti M line include a new 18-inch Wheel Package, the combining of the previous M56 Sport and Sport Touring Packages into a single Sport Package, and the availability of the Graphite interior for models equipped with the Deluxe Touring Package. Available now.

Infiniti G Sedan – Content refinements to the Limited Edition and Sport Appearance Edition. The G37 Limited Edition adds a new Graphite interior color (replaces the previous Monaco Red interior), a Black Obsidian exterior color and dark-finish 18-inch aluminum-alloy wheels. The G37 Sport Appearance Edition model changes include a new Midnight Black grille. Other 2012 refinements include one new exterior color, Malbec Black. Available September 2011.

Infiniti G Coupe – No major refinements for the new model year. Available September 2011.

Infiniti G Convertible – Changes include the addition of a standard spare tire (replacing the previous repair kit). In addition, the previous Limited Edition package is no longer available. Available September 2011.

Infiniti QX – Enhancements include the addition of Blind Spot Intervention™ to the Technology Package, the addition of the Bose® Cabin Surround® sound system with 15 speakers (two additional for 2012) to the Deluxe Touring Package, the addition of heated second row seats and remote tip-up second row seats to the Theater Package (from the Deluxe Touring Package) and the addition of headlight washers to QX56 2WD models with Deluxe Touring Package. The 22-inch Wheel Package (introduced in late 2011) carries over to 2012. Available August2011.

Infiniti FX – Revised front grille and front fascia design, revised meter illumination, standard heated front seats on all models and the addition of a new “Limited Edition” for the FX35 AWD. The Limited Edition includes an extensive list of special features, starting with an exclusive Iridium Blue exterior color, 21-inch 10-spoke dark finish aluminum-alloy turbine wheels, Infiniti Hard Drive Navigation System, and Around View® Monitor. Other 2012 Infiniti FX enhancements include a new exterior color, Graphite Shadow (replaces Platinum Graphite), a new 20-inch wheel design for the FX35 Deluxe Touring Package, the addition of Adaptive Front lighting System (AFS) to the FX50 Sport Package, and a shift of the quilted leather climate-controlled front seats to the FX35 Deluxe Touring Package from the Premium Package. Available October 2011.

Infiniti EX – Enhancements for the new model year include the addition of HomeLink® Universal Transceiver as standard equipment on the EX35 Journey (previously part of the Deluxe Touring Package). Available September 2011.

Infiniti JX – The all-new Infiniti JX 7-passenger luxury crossover is set to be previewed at the 2011 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, prior to its global debut at the upcoming Los Angeles Auto Show in readiness for a spring 2012 introduction as a 2013 model. The new Infiniti JX is designed to push the boundaries of what a luxury crossover can be – with signature styling cues of the brand, such as dynamic and elegant line treatments inspired by nature. It will feature a stunning interior, while offering exceptional seating flexibility, easy access to the roomy 3rd row, plus the latest in-vehicle technology – including advanced telematics. More details will be released as they become available.

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