NEXT-GEN NISSAN Z COMING AND OTHER NEWS! WEEKLY UPDATE

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This weekly update primarily focuses on the highly anticipated next-generation Nissan Z. While official details are scarce, Nissan North America's VP of Product Planning confirmed the Z nameplate is not being abandoned and is under active study. A key takeaway is Nissan's apparent shift away from a sub-$30,000 price point, referencing the struggles of the Toyota 86/Subaru BRZ due to perceived performance limitations. The executive suggests the new Z won't need to be hyper-economical, implying a focus on delivering more substantial performance, potentially at a higher price point, aligning with the Z's heritage of competing with more premium sports cars like the Corvette in the past. The discussion also touches upon the business case, acknowledging that while sales volume might be low, the Z's brand impact is significant. The video also briefly covers leaked images of the Ferrari 488 GTO, teased Rimac Concept Two, Range Rover SV Coupe and Velar SVR, camouflaged BMW M8 and M5 Competition Package, spied Porsche 718 Boxster Spyder and 911 Turbo, 2019 Toyota RAV4 and off-road package, 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe, Ford Ranger Raptor, 2019 GMC Sierra, 2019 Volvo V60 Wagon, and refreshed Jeep Renegade. Additionally, rumors about an Alfa Romeo 6C, Jaguar's potential all-electric XJ, Mercedes-Benz ceasing US diesel sales, and next-gen VW Golf GTI/R power bumps are mentioned.