January 11, 2005
2006 Hyundai Sonata roomier than Camry

An all-new 2006 Hyundai Sonata begins production in March at Hyundai's all-new plant in Montgomery, Alabama.

January 11, 2005
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse has more aggressive styling

Mitsubishi's fourth-generation Eclipse sporty coupe was unveiled in Detroit on Monday. Its aggressive new design targets both upscale and younger consumers with a passion for driving, says the company.

January 11, 2005
2006 Mitsubishi Raider based on Dodge Dakota

Mitsubishi revealed its 2006 Raider midsize pickup truck which is based on the 2005 Dodge Dakota. The Raider is the only midsize import nameplate pickup truck to offer a 4.7-litre V8 engine.

January 11, 2005
Ford Shelby GR-1 is a salute to "performance art"

Ford showed its two-seat Shelby GR-1 supercar prototype with a 605-horsepower, 390-cubic-inch all-aluminum V-10 engine, a road-tested version of the Ford GT suspension and a stunning new polished-aluminum body.

January 11, 2005
Jaguar Advanced Lightweight Coupe shows Jaguar's styling direction

The Jaguar Advanced Lightweight Coupe show car, which made its world debut at the North American International Auto Show, is a preview of a new generation of Jaguars, says Joe Greenwell, Chairman and CEO of Jaguar Cars.

January 11, 2005
Toyota FT-SX crossover concept creates bolder image for Toyota

Toyota unveiled a crossover concept that combines the benefits of an SUV and a sedan.

January 11, 2005
Mazda MX-Crossport concept hints at Mazda's future design direction

he Mazda MX-Crossport design concept represents the styling direction Mazda is considering as it works to expand its line-up of vehicles, says a company press release.

January 11, 2005
Volkswagen surprises with Beetle Ragster concept

Ragtop + Speedster = Ragster. Volkswagen unveiled its Beetle Ragster convertible with a drastically lower roof. VW engineers shortened the A-pillars by about 90 millimeters creating a set u-shaped roof fixing for the Ragtop's frame.

January 10, 2005
Audi Allroad Quattro concept previews new electronic warning systemst

Audi's Allroad Quattro crossover concept demonstrates new electronic systems destined to enter series production in just a few years, says the company.

January 10, 2005
Lincoln unveils new Zephyr luxury mid-size sedan

The 2006 Lincoln Zephyr is a new luxury mid-size sedan that Ford hopes will attract new and younger customers to Lincoln showrooms.