Nissan Nerd Podcast

Ep 62: We chat with John and Edgar from Nissan Challenge racing series!

We have a fresh episode ready for you. Nissan news, motorsports update, and we learn about the exclusive Nissan Challenge racing series based out of southern California from John Capati and Edgar Ferman!
 
Hosted by Mike DeLashmutt and Miles Hall
Produced by Mike DeLashmutt
Intro: 'Highscore' by Teminite & Panda Eyes
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Reference Articles:
Nissan to invest $250M into US plant that makes Leaf EV motors: http://bit.ly/3j9fapr
Nissan to show first EV sports car on Feb 1st: http://bit.ly/3WP1lu3
EV sports car YouTube link: https://bit.ly/3JlU6qb
Super GT race series: www.supergt.net
Formula E round 1 video recap: https://bit.ly/3kU6CmL
Formula E round 1 results: http://bit.ly/3Y8EtXu
Formula E round 2 & 3 preview: http://bit.ly/3HFDDfe
Nissan Challenge Facebook page: https://bit.ly/3XOTMVn
Nissan Challenge Instagram search: #nissanchallenge
Nissan Challenge rule book: https://bit.ly/406ym7T
Nissan Challenge 2023 schedule: http://bit.ly/3FlCqsP
Nissan Challenge Registration: http://bit.ly/3WOAPRB
 

Ep 61: Nissans featured at the Tokyo Auto Salon

Welcome! It's our first episode of 2023, and we put the spotlight on a few Nissans featured at the Tokyo Auto Salon, including Nissan's unveiling of the MY24 GT-R. We discuss Nissan’s posting of its 2022 US sales report, and later we play a game called 'Agree or Disagree', and want your participation!
 
Hosted by Mike DeLashmutt and Miles Hall
Produced by Mike DeLashmutt
Intro: 'Highscore' by Teminite & Panda Eyes
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Reference Articles:
Nissan unveils 2024 GT-R at TAS: http://bit.ly/3ZBOH45
Veilside Z at TAS: http://bit.ly/3WgBevw
Impul Z at TAS: https://bit.ly/3iH6jLo
Sebastian Vettel selling his GT-R: http://bit.ly/3CLTOVF
Gran Turismo movie trailer released: http://bit.ly/3GLVjUL
Nissan 2022 US sales report: http://bit.ly/3klXEi1
Nissan stock price: https://bit.ly/3QK9lLj
Formula E Round 1 preview: http://bit.ly/3GL15Ge
How to watch Formula E: http://bit.ly/3GC5ScY
GEN3 Formula E car issues: http://bit.ly/3ZDf75u
SuperGT: https://supergt.net/
Nissan Challenge: http://bit.ly/3FlCqsP
Super Lap Battle: https://superlapbattleusa.com/
Texas Z Fest (TZF): https://texaszfest.org/2023/
 

Ep 60: The HOLIDAY episode!

Happy Holidays! In this episode, we raise eyebrows about the Nissan Fairlady X concept. The Nissan Versa is now the most affordable car in the US. Lastly, for our Back Alley Chat segment we exchange gifts, and talk about our car resolutions for 2023!
 
Hosted by Mike DeLashmutt and Miles Hall
Produced by Mike DeLashmutt
Intro: 'Highscore' by Teminite & Panda Eyes
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Reference Articles:
Fairlady X Concept: https://bit.ly/3PZ3WiY
Nissan GripZ Concept (2015): https://bit.ly/3vjzMO3
East African Safari Rally Z Tribute: https://bit.ly/3vlQqNe
Nissan Versa most affordable car on US: https://bit.ly/3I6RTOY
Nissan to use eco-friendly steel: https://bit.ly/3C56Hd6
Nissan Formula E team pre-season testing: https://bit.ly/3vlIlYL
GEN3 car accident highlights concern: https://bit.ly/3vlIpaX
SuperGT: https://supergt.net
Nissan Challenge R8 results: https://bit.ly/3TXGUcZ
 

Ep 59: News, Motorsports, and we chat with Bob Sobey & Brian Vella!

Lewis Hamilton rents a R34 Nissan Skyline in Japan, and the owners aren't happy. NISMO speaks about potentially releasing a new hybrid powered sports car, and we chat with Bob Sobey and Brian Vella about being the first Nissan to win the Optima Battery Ultimate Street Car Challenge!
 
Hosted by Mike DeLashmutt and Miles Hall
Produced by Mike DeLashmutt
Intro: 'Highscore' by Teminite & Panda Eyes
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Reference Articles:
Lewis Hamilton Hoons a R34 Skyline through Japan: https://bit.ly/3Pkgt07
NISMO may release a new hybrid powered sports car: https://bit.ly/3Pky9ZI
Nissan recalls 125k Nissan Rogues: https://bit.ly/3hcJQoN
Nissan Formula E debuts new 2023 livery: https://bit.ly/3UIY7qQ
Nissan Challenge FB page: https://www.facebook.com/NissanChallenge
Bob Sobey, Brian Vella, GT-R, and BSE Performance: https://bseperformance.com/
Bang Shift article about BSE Performance win: https://bit.ly/3i3G2pP
Ultimate Street Car Association: https://bit.ly/3FjSSZ1
 

Ep 58: Nissan news, we share garage horror stories, and Black Friday Specials!

HAPPY THANKSGIVING! Tonight, we share the latest Nissan news, talk about garage horror stories, and recap a few Black Friday specials happening which you may want to take advantage of.
 
Hosted by Mike DeLashmutt and Miles Hall
Produced by Mike DeLashmutt
Intro: 'Highscore' by Teminite & Panda Eyes
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Reference Articles:
Peter Brock's 86th BDAY: http://bit.ly/3V49k6m
Donate to Peter Brock's cause: http://bit.ly/3GLx6j9
A Nissan wins the Optima Battery Challenge: http://bit.ly/3i3G2pP
Nissan CEO: 'definitely making a new GT-R platform: http://bit.ly/3ABQBXF
Nissan Z receives 'Car of the Year' nomination: http://bit.ly/3gA2O8r
Jailed Americans in Japan over Ghosn return to the US: http://bit.ly/3OARTbi
Formula E to make 3 changes in massive overhaul: http://bit.ly/3Ox2X93
Super GT Results: https://supergt.net/
Nissan Challenge Schedule: https://bit.ly/3FlCqsP
Nissan Challenge Results: http://bit.ly/3TXGUcZ
Jay Leno recovers after accident: http://bit.ly/3i89pr0
Z1 Motorsports / Z1 Off Road Black Friday Special: http://bit.ly/3AIYXg5
SOHO Motorsports Black Friday Special: http://bit.ly/3EvQwWF
Skillard Black Friday Special: http://bit.ly/3Vimlsw
SPL Parts Black Friday Special: https://www.splparts.com/
Apex Engineered Black Friday Special: https://www.apexengineered.com/
ZSPEC Design Black Friday Special: https://zspecdesign.com/
 

Ep 57: The SEMA Episode

Hello friends! In this episode we learn that the GT-R is back for 2023! Also, we showcase a few Nissan builds displayed at this year's SEMA convention, and then we chat with aspiring automotive photographer, Mackenzie Moxley!
 
Hosted by Mike DeLashmutt and Miles Hall
Produced by Mike DeLashmutt
Intro: 'Highscore' by Teminite & Panda Eyes
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Reference Articles:
Nissan's at SEMA: https://bit.ly/3UEU8Ma
1987 Nissan Sunny powered by LEAD EV: https://bit.ly/3EeiBmv
GT4-spec Nissan Z @ SEMA: https://bit.ly/3tfWaGU
BRE 510 at the Braile Battery booth: https://bit.ly/3O1iHBf
TJ Hunter Street Hunter Widebody Z: https://bit.ly/3fLCRSR
The GT-R is back for 2023: https://bit.ly/3FRKuBX
SuperGT Results: https://supergt.net/results
Nissan Challenge Schedule: https://bit.ly/3zUzmQS
Mackenzie Moxely Auto Photography Instagram: @slipmindtexan
HAPPY BDAY TETSU!
 

Ep 56: The horsepower race with the new Z is on!

Hello friends! In this episode we speak about Nissan persuading its independence in the boardroom. We cover the latest race to unleash the most horsepower from the new Z, and for our Back Alley Chat segment we are going to get nostalgic regarding Nissan's connection with video games and arcade games.
 
Hosted by Mike DeLashmutt and Miles Hall
Produced by Mike DeLashmutt
Intro: 'Highscore' by Teminite & Panda Eyes
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Reference Articles:
Nissan pushes for its independence: https://bit.ly/3SBvNWn
Nissan-Renault Wikipedia: https://bit.ly/3W3KvbK
New Carlos Ghosn Netflix documentary trailer: https://bit.ly/3D8FqpQ
Nissan takes a $681M loss as it sells its Russian operation: https://bit.ly/3st9aJ9
AMS 500 whp Facebook post: https://bit.ly/3TTUw9o
Z1 Motorsports 622 whp Facebook post: https://bit.ly/3f50hCi
SuperGT Results: https://bit.ly/3gFVjwk
Rebelle Rally: https://www.rebellerally.com/
Team Wild Grace: https://bit.ly/3SHjqIi
Nissan Challenge Race Series: https://bit.ly/3FlCqsP
300ZX-Z32 designer Yamashita designed t-shirt: https://bit.ly/3SymXZn
Japan website for 300ZX-Z32 t-shirt: https://bit.ly/3DzmIZG
Vintage Tank Solutions S30 chassis replacement tank: https://bit.ly/3FinOL0
'Super Cars' 300ZX-Z32 video game: https://bit.ly/3st5aZ0
'Special Criminal Investigation' game: https://bit.ly/3TErSJD
280-ZZZAP arcade game: https://bit.ly/3svq4Xr
Jalopnik article on 280-ZZZAP game: https://bit.ly/3N65A0S
Z Nationals: www.znationals.com/
 

Ep 55: NISMO reveals their GT4 class entry Z car, and we get sentimental during BAC

Thanks for being here, everyone! On this episode we learn that NISMO reveals their GT4 entry Z car, we cover motorsports, and for Back Alley Chat we ask, "What model was your first Nissan, and what made it great to you?" Let us know in the comments section!
 
Hosted by Mike DeLashmutt and Miles Hall
Produced by Mike DeLashmutt
Intro: 'Highscore' by Teminite & Panda Eyes
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Reference Articles:
NISMO reveals Nissan Z GT4: https://bit.ly/3CthRsO
Nissan Patrol Warrior confirm for Australia: https://bit.ly/3y5CsR1
Ghosn documentary: https://imdb.to/3yboCwB
Nissan GTP peddle car auction: https://ebay.to/3BYF9VX
SuperGT Results: https://supergt.net/results
Rebelle Rally: https://www.rebellerally.com/
Sentra Cap Results: https://www.sentracup.com/2022-Results_Race
NISSFEST: https://www.nissfest.com/
Z Nationals: www.znationals.com/
NISMO Festival @ Fuji Speedway: https://bit.ly/3SOhYnT
NISSAN NERD SURVEY!!: https://forms.gle/kaezvaAzrR2eRh4V6
 

Ep 54: With a few mods, the new Z can reach 186 mph!

In this episode we learn that Nissan has released technology that allows EV's to power buildings. Also, with a few (light) mods, the new Z can reach 186 mph! And for our BAC, we speak about the future of car insurance in an automated world.
 
Hosted by Mike DeLashmutt and Miles Hall
Produced by Mike DeLashmutt
Intro: 'Highscore' by Teminite & Panda Eyes
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Reference Articles:
Brie Larson and the new Z on Jay Leno's garage: https://bit.ly/3QU7ty4
The new Z reaches 186 mph!: https://bit.ly/3xBwNlC
Nissan SR20 parts are being reproduced: https://bit.ly/3eZRLUJ
NISMO reproduces more R34 GT-R parts: https://bit.ly/3xH3vCh
Nissan approves first bi-directional EV charger: https://bit.ly/3SkOLRn
Crab shells to create 100% bio-degradable batteries: https://bit.ly/3DETjhi
How elevation affects Horsepower: https://bit.ly/3S2hLxk
'Runs Good' show: https://bit.ly/3SjQrdN
Tom Cruz's 1984 300ZX sold for over $100K!: https://bit.ly/3pXXNYb
SuperGT: https://bit.ly/3qSHLzh
Sentra Cup: https://bit.ly/3KEiaDl
NISSFEST: https://www.nissfest.com/
Z Nationals: www.znationals.com/
NISSAN NERD SURVEY!!: https://forms.gle/kaezvaAzrR2eRh4V6
 

Ep 53: The new Z’s ECU has already been tuned! And we ask whether JDM engines are overrated or underrated?

Welcome back! After a summer break, Mike and Miles list the recent Nissan and Infiniti model recalls & discontinuations. Also, we learn that the Nissan Formula E team continues to make BIG changes after the 2022 season ended, and as part of Back Alley Chat, we talk about JDM engines: underrated or overrated?
 
Hosted by Mike DeLashmutt and Miles Hall
Produced by Mike DeLashmutt
Intro: 'Highscore' by Teminite & Panda Eyes
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Reference Articles:
Ex-Tom cruise 1984 300ZX Race Car on BaT: https://bit.ly/3pXXNYb
Q60 reported dead: https://bit.ly/3TyIeUs
Rogue Sport reported dead: https://bit.ly/3pYiC5M
Maxima reported dead: https://bit.ly/3CPULgm
Rogue Hybrid recall: https://yhoo.it/3ACcKUW
Replacement air bags recall: https://bit.ly/3Q5l0m5
New Z Auto Transmission recall: https://bit.ly/3Q5ZDRJ
New Z ECU Tuned: https://bit.ly/3AYTkuO
First wrecked new Z: https://bit.ly/3RsyDwP
Super GT Results: https://bit.ly/3Qdz6SA
2002 Formula E Team Results: https://bit.ly/3CNb91d
Buemi says Goodbye: https://bit.ly/3dZWOEb
Nissan announces new driver line-up for 2023: https://bit.ly/3e0T7hy
Sentra Cup Calendar: https://bit.ly/3xXNQ26
Sentra Cup Standings: https://bit.ly/3KEiaDl
Rebelle Rally 2022: https://bit.ly/3TyIDpW
Modded Nissan Figaro: https://bit.ly/3TwV8CE
Fairlady Roadster Meet: https://bit.ly/3AxetL8
Midwest Z Heritage 2022: https://bit.ly/3COr8ME
Japanese Classic Car Show (JCCS): https://bit.ly/36uUPRi
Branson Z Fest - Pumpkin Spice Edition: https://bit.ly/3TyosIU
Z Nationals: https://bit.ly/3wOfbCD