The next generation GT-R could contain a hybrid powertrain for more performance

Back in June, we reported of two exciting firms, of their own right, Nismo and Williams, to be collaborating on multiple sports car projects. And more recently a blog post was run discussing the possibility of the next generation Nissan 'Godzilla' adopting hybrid technologies after a patent filing for an emblem titled 'R-Hybrid' was scooped up. Now recent reports (or rumours) have emerged where the two stories seem to meet at common ground. 

Apparently Williams Hybrid Power (WHP), responsible for the electromechanical composite flywheel system currently utilised by Porsche and Audi in their Le Mans programme, will supply Nissan with an electrical unit in the form of electric motors or energy recovery system.

Like most 'post 2010' performance flagship supercars, including the likes of LaFerrari, McLaren P1 or the Porsche 918, the hybridised power unit is expected to inject more power and performance despite offering lower emissions and improved fuel efficiency. The Williams-Nismo tuned R-36 GT-R is expected to make an appearance as early 2015 and if the above rumours hold ground, then we might just be offered with the most exhilarating GT-R yet.

Additionally the highly anticipated Nissan GT-R Nismo, a heavily camouflaged version of which was spied lapping the Nurburgring track recently, is expected to be unveiled at the forthcoming Tokyo Motor Show in November and will not feature any work done by the British firm.

Already an incredible sports car for the current era, and no doubt an instant classic, we can expect future generations of the GT-R performance monster to get lighter, quicker, faster and more fuel efficient over the next few years starting with the R-36.