Nissan Automobile Technical College to Exhibit Student-Made Customized Car at "Auto Messe in Aichi 2026"
Nissan Automobile Technical College will exhibit a student-made customized car, "Re30 Skyline Silhouette," at "Auto Messe in Aichi 2026." This vehicle has received high acclaim in Tokyo and Kanagawa, and this time, the goal is to showcase the actual car in their home region of Aichi to further promote car culture.
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Nissan Automobile Technical College (Headquarters: Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, President: Kikuko Anan) will exhibit a customized car produced by students of Nissan Aichi Automobile Technical College at "Auto Messe in Aichi 2026." This car has garnered significant attention on SNS and various media at events such as Tokyo Auto Salon and Nostalgic2days.
This vehicle was created by third-year students of the Automotive Maintenance and Car Body Master Course (31st graduating class) as a culmination of their training in bodywork, including sheet metal.
After exhibitions in Tokyo and Kanagawa, the students received numerous accolades. At the same time, they developed a strong desire to "show the actual car, not just through a screen, to the people of their home prefecture, Aichi," and "further liven up the automotive culture from their home region of Aichi through the vehicle they created."
Due to the students' passion for their hometown and numerous requests received through past exhibitions and SNS asking for a display in Aichi, this exhibition has finally come to fruition.
■ Exhibition Overview
Dates: May 16, 2026 (Saturday) 10:00 to 18:00
May 17, 2026 (Sunday) 10:00 to 17:00
Venue: AICHI SKY EXPO (Aichi International Exhibition Center)
■ About the Exhibition Vehicle
'Re30 Skyline Silhouette' - Production Period: 2.5 months
Students were attracted to the brand power of the Skyline and the "Skyline Super Silhouette" that dominated the 1980s racing scene. In an era where sedans have become less common, they took on the challenge of creating the "Re30 Skyline Silhouette" with the concept of "bringing back the super silhouette from that time." They adopted a 4-door sedan of the 1980s representative Skyline (R30) as the base vehicle, aiming to achieve the powerful Super Silhouette in a practical 4-door form.
The "Re" in the car's name signifies Reborn (reviving the vibrant cars of the 80s), Respect (honor and admiration), and Remake (we recreate). This embodies a nostalgic proposal for those in their 50s and 60s who knew the Super Silhouette in real-time, and at the same time, a desire to convey the energy of motorsports from that era to younger generations who are unfamiliar with the legendary races.
The front bumper faithfully reproduces the giant front spoiler of the Super Silhouette, and the rear fenders adopt a square shape, boldly widening them. Normally, widening makes it difficult to open and close doors, but the students overcame this challenge by ensuring sufficient clearance with their technical skills. This allowed for smooth opening and closing, maintaining the car's inherent practical functionality. The position of the taillights was also changed in accordance with the fender widening.
For the interior, the students aimed to evoke nostalgia for those who remember the era and provide a taste of the atmosphere for younger generations, so they largely preserved the original design. The floor mats were custom-ordered with a patterned design that is subtle yet stylish, making the blue of the seats stand out, with attention paid even to the edge stitching.
The body color pays homage to the red and black of the Super Silhouette out of respect. By adding glitter to the red parts, the students added a unique essence that brings out a modern appeal amidst the flashiness.
We look forward to your visit.
■ Nissan Automobile Technical College
Nissan Automobile Technical College has five schools nationwide (Tochigi, Kanagawa, Aichi, Kyoto, Ehime) that train mechanics for the future. With the educational philosophy of "contributing to the development of the automotive industry and society by fostering automotive engineers equipped with human skills and technical abilities that consistently lead the times," they provide cutting-edge education from the basics of automotive maintenance to the most advanced technologies, from electric vehicles to premium sports cars, leveraging the direct benefits of Nissan Motor Co.
Contact for this matter
Nissan Gakuen Educational Corporation, Nissan Automobile Technical College
Public Relations Support Department: Niikura
Phone: 080-4400-3642 E-Mail: michiyo-n@mail.nissan.co.jp
Nissan Automobile Technical College: https://www.nissan-gakuen.ac.jp
This vehicle was created by third-year students of the Automotive Maintenance and Car Body Master Course (31st graduating class) as a culmination of their training in bodywork, including sheet metal.
After exhibitions in Tokyo and Kanagawa, the students received numerous accolades. At the same time, they developed a strong desire to "show the actual car, not just through a screen, to the people of their home prefecture, Aichi," and "further liven up the automotive culture from their home region of Aichi through the vehicle they created."
Due to the students' passion for their hometown and numerous requests received through past exhibitions and SNS asking for a display in Aichi, this exhibition has finally come to fruition.
■ Exhibition Overview
Dates: May 16, 2026 (Saturday) 10:00 to 18:00
May 17, 2026 (Sunday) 10:00 to 17:00
Venue: AICHI SKY EXPO (Aichi International Exhibition Center)
■ About the Exhibition Vehicle
'Re30 Skyline Silhouette' - Production Period: 2.5 months
Students were attracted to the brand power of the Skyline and the "Skyline Super Silhouette" that dominated the 1980s racing scene. In an era where sedans have become less common, they took on the challenge of creating the "Re30 Skyline Silhouette" with the concept of "bringing back the super silhouette from that time." They adopted a 4-door sedan of the 1980s representative Skyline (R30) as the base vehicle, aiming to achieve the powerful Super Silhouette in a practical 4-door form.
The "Re" in the car's name signifies Reborn (reviving the vibrant cars of the 80s), Respect (honor and admiration), and Remake (we recreate). This embodies a nostalgic proposal for those in their 50s and 60s who knew the Super Silhouette in real-time, and at the same time, a desire to convey the energy of motorsports from that era to younger generations who are unfamiliar with the legendary races.
The front bumper faithfully reproduces the giant front spoiler of the Super Silhouette, and the rear fenders adopt a square shape, boldly widening them. Normally, widening makes it difficult to open and close doors, but the students overcame this challenge by ensuring sufficient clearance with their technical skills. This allowed for smooth opening and closing, maintaining the car's inherent practical functionality. The position of the taillights was also changed in accordance with the fender widening.
For the interior, the students aimed to evoke nostalgia for those who remember the era and provide a taste of the atmosphere for younger generations, so they largely preserved the original design. The floor mats were custom-ordered with a patterned design that is subtle yet stylish, making the blue of the seats stand out, with attention paid even to the edge stitching.
The body color pays homage to the red and black of the Super Silhouette out of respect. By adding glitter to the red parts, the students added a unique essence that brings out a modern appeal amidst the flashiness.
We look forward to your visit.
■ Nissan Automobile Technical College
Nissan Automobile Technical College has five schools nationwide (Tochigi, Kanagawa, Aichi, Kyoto, Ehime) that train mechanics for the future. With the educational philosophy of "contributing to the development of the automotive industry and society by fostering automotive engineers equipped with human skills and technical abilities that consistently lead the times," they provide cutting-edge education from the basics of automotive maintenance to the most advanced technologies, from electric vehicles to premium sports cars, leveraging the direct benefits of Nissan Motor Co.
Contact for this matter
Nissan Gakuen Educational Corporation, Nissan Automobile Technical College
Public Relations Support Department: Niikura
Phone: 080-4400-3642 E-Mail: michiyo-n@mail.nissan.co.jp
Nissan Automobile Technical College: https://www.nissan-gakuen.ac.jp