2024 Nissan Z Nismo Hits the Market with Abundant Supply

By Jeff Gibbs

Nissan has signifcantly increased the availability of its top-tier Z Nismo sports car for 2024, ready to compete aggressively with the Toyota Supra and Ford Mustang GT. After the initial 100 units sold out in less than an hour in 2023, Nissan Australia has now ensured a more plentiful supply for eager consumers, with immediate delivery options from dealerships.

The 2024 Z Nismo, exclusive in its automatic transmission confguration, is equipped with a twinturbo 3.0-litre V6 engine producing 309 kW and

520 Nm of torque, an increase of 11 kW and 45 Nm over the standard Z model. The car features a suite of Nismo-specifc enhancements including larger front brakes, a tuned launch control, and upgraded suspension and anti-roll bars for sharper cornering capabilities. Additionally, the Nismo variant includes a specialized exhaust system, enhanced engine cooling, sporty Recaro seats, and wider tires for better grip. Aesthetic and aerodynamic tweaks further distinguish it from its less powerful counterpart.

Despite its numerous upgrades, the Z Nismo comes with a hefty price tag starting at $94,000 (before on-road costs), positioning it $18,000 above the standard Z auto. It directly competes with the Supra GR GTS, priced from $97,380, which offers both manual and automatic transmissions and is powered by a BMWsourced 3.0-litre sixcylinder turbocharged engine.

For those interested in traditional muscle cars with more seating, the Ford Mustang remains a viable option. It boasts a 5.0-litre V8 engine with 339 kW and 556 Nm, available at a more affordable $68,290.

Nissan Australia’s Managing Director, Andrew Humberstone, emphasized the demand for the Z Nismo, noting that the rapid sell-out of the frst batch underscored the need to bolster supply to satisfy the built-up consumer anticipation. “The Z Nismo is a vehicle that needs to be driven to be believed, and we’re so happy that even more Australians will now get the chance to do exactly that,” he stated. With its blend of performance enhancements and the iconic Nismo badge, the 2024 Nissan Z Nismo is poised to make a signifcant impact in the sports car market, offering an enticing option for driving enthusiasts looking for a blend of power, style, and exclusivity.

The Institute of Applied Technology –Construction (IATC) has announced three new microskills to its suite of courses as well as fee-free training places for women.

The Institute is a partnership between TAFE NSW, leading construction company CPB Contractors, and Western Sydney University.

Co-designed with industry experts, microskills are online, bite-sized, self-directed courses. These three new microskills focus on topics critical for building capability in the construction sector now and into the future and include: Introduction to Women in Construction, Introduction to Sustainability in Construction, and The Role of Building Information Modelling (BIM) in Construction.

The IATC is also furthering its commitment to encourage more women to kickstart a career in construction or upskill in their current role with the availability of 60 fee-free training places in its microcredential courses. The scholarships come at a time when the construction industry in Australia is facing a shortage of over 100,000 workers.

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