Dick Scott Nissan

We at Dick Scott Nissan may not be making it to the 2012 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit next month,  so we decided to do some digging about what Nissan has in store for the exhibition and to share that information with our readers. The automaker's major contribution will be the unveiling of two brand-new concepts: a new take on the Nissan Pathfinder and an all-new electric van concept.

Nissan has decided to tease the auto industry by unveiling the new JUKE Nismo Concept earlier than any of us expected. They didn't tell all. That would leave many Tokyo Motor Show attendees more than a little disappointed. They did, however, share enough to satisfy Canton - area drivers' curiosity until Dick Scott Nissan can officially offer news on what the innovative crossover is packing under the hood.

By teaming up with their performance arm, Nismo, Nissan has essentially transformed the stand-out JUKE from ultra-modern, fun-driving CUV into high-performance, stealth CUV that just begs to do a couple of laps…