Mathews Nissan

Nobody would argue the fact that mustard-colored cabs are as much of a New York City staple as hot dog vendors and crowded streets. But just because the high-use of taxis isn't changing, doesn't mean the way in which those traffic-weaving vehicles operate has to stay the same. Beginning next spring, NYC will introduce six electric Nissan LEAF cabs into the mix, giving the taxicab industry a bit more eco-friendly cred.

We all know it. The impending sound of a siren wailing in our ear as we cruise down the Clarksville highway, nervously checking our speedometers and pumping the brakes. Imagine then glancing over your shoulder and seeing not just any old two-toned police car zooming toward you but a tricked out Nissan GT-R flashing its lights and emitting its raring warning. Slightly more intimidating we'd say.

Staying ahead of the game in a technologically dynamic industry is no easy feat. Yet Nissan seems to be operating with one foot constantly out the door and one eye perpetually peering into the future. The automaker's latest undertaking comes in the form of "Brain Machine Interface" (BMI) research, a technology that could one day enable vehicles like the Nissan Altima to read your mind.