(Posted on Aug 31, 2018 at 10:46PM by Danielle Smyth)
Have you heard the news? The INFINITIQ50 and Q70 both placed among the top models within their segments (sports and luxury sedans, respectively) in the J.D. Power 2018 U.S. Resale Value Awards. In order to calculate who the winners were, 44 vehicles were evaluated using a sample of over 650,000 transactions with an average of 3,500 data points assessed on each. Judges consider used vehicle wholesale prices and divide them by the vehicle’s original purchase price.
According to JD Power, the Q50 “delivers a rewarding driving experience†and offers owners with a variety of innovative powertrain options, including the VR-series 3.0-liter, V6 twin-turbo engine, which was named to Ward’s 10 Best Engines list for two consecutive years.
The 2018 Q50 is filled to the brim with safety features, including electronic stability control and an occupant-sensing airbag. You’ll also appreciate the inclusion of direct adaptive steering, SIRIUS XM radio, keyless entry, and a power moonroof. An advanced climate control system will keep you healthy when you’re on the road, thanks to a series of filters and charged ions that ensure the quality of the air inside the automobile.
The next time you’re in the Edmonds, Washington, area, stop by INFINITI of Tacoma and test drive the 2019 Q50. You’re sure to love it!
(Posted on Aug 16, 2018 at 10:07PM by Danielle Smyth)
Awhile back, we talked in this column about how INFINITI was going to be using LIDAR technology and its own vehicles to retrace the steps of 1920s explorer Roy Chapman Andrews in the Gobi Desert. You might recall that this famous scientist was the basis of the Indiana Jones story.
A recent update from the field provided colorful details on this amazing tale. The article's author, Steven Ewing, went on the excursion himself and drove a QX80, a powerful crossover. Other new technologies used included drone-powered multispectral and thermal cameras that work wonders for paleontological methodology. Experts, including those who worked with NASA on missions to Mars, came along for the ride.
Impressively, over the 20-day excursion, 35 team members discovered over 250 new fossil locations and hundreds of bones. Some of the mammals they found were not previously known to have existed in the Gobi Desert.
Infiniti provided a fleet for the desert trip, including the 2019 QX50, QX60, and QX80. Much of the driving was off-road, and Ewing loved every minute of it thanks to the comfort of the crossovers.
The QX80 has played a tremendous role in the success of this excursion. Want to start your own adventure? Hurry in toINFINITI of Tacoma near Lynnwood, Washington, and take a test drive of this amazing 2017 model!
(Posted on Jul 23, 2018 at 12:18AM by Danielle Smyth)
Did you know that INFINITI recently won an award at the WardsAuto Interiors Conference? This honor was bestowed upon the automaker because it had one of the top 10 best vehicle inside arrangements in 2018. The particular model that won the prize was the QX50.
At the conference, Kurt Hoffman, manager of Infiniti Product Planning, accepted the 10 Best Interiors trophy in honor of the crossover’s design. If you’ve ever been in a 2019 QX50, you know that there is indeed a lot to be admired. It’s a very aesthetically pleasing vehicle with many standout features.
Illuminated entry and a passenger door bin are the utmost in convenience. Front reading lights make it easy for others to catch up on their book or email, and power seats provide a great deal of personalization for maximizing your comfort. An emergency communication system is ideal for those times when the worst occurs and your phone isn’t working. Keyless start and beverage holders add even more ease of use. Navigation technology also keeps you from getting lost when you’re out on a new adventure.
Hurry in to your INFINITI of Tacoma dealership the next time you’re in the Renton, Washington, area and take a test drive of the fabulous 2019 QX50!Â
