Nissan brought the first, and only, variable-compression engine to market. But its future doesn't look bright. Complexity in cars is a funny thing. It’s tempting to say that it’s all bad, that more is ...

The new engine is based on the 2.0-liter variable compression engines found in the Infiniti QX50 and Nissan Altima but sports one less cylinder. The new engine makes 201 hp and 225 lb-ft of torque, ...

Nissan’s variable compression turbo engine is now at the center of a class action lawsuit that alleges widespread defects that can cause sudden engine failure. Nissan’s variable compression turbo ...

A decade ago, engineers introduced a clever twist on engine design: a variable compression system that promised better efficiency and performance. Nissan and Infiniti were early adopters of this ...

Nissan is recalling more than 440,000 vehicles equipped with one of two engines they say may have defects that increase the likelihood of failure, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety ...

Nissan's E-Power series-hybrid setup relies on an internal-combustion engine to power an electric motor; the engine has no direct connection to the wheels. The series-hybrid nature of E-Power means it ...

The Nissan Rogue compact SUV is Nissan's best-selling model in the US. I was impressed by its turbo 3-cylinder engine, comfortable cabin, and efficiency. I was disappointed by its transmission and ...

Dim’s fascination with cars began when he was just six. Born into a family of car enthusiasts and racing drivers, he started learning basic mechanics and driving from an early age. While he loves ...

For 15 years, the Honda CR-V and the Nissan Rogue have been battling against one another in what has become the largest vehicle category in the United States new-car market—compact SUVs. The Rogue ...