Flashy vehicle unveilings are hokey, but great for TV There's a Barnum and Bailey atmosphere during the unveiling of new vehicles at the Detroit auto show with vehicles often appearing on the stage as if by magic accompanied by loud music and fireworks. "The bigger and flashier the presentation, the more likely it is that a manufacturer gets its product onto the evening news," says Laurance Yap.
2007 Dodge Caliber The new Dodge Caliber offers in-your-face Dodge styling with hatchback versatility, good fuel economy, and entry-level affordability. Three 4-cylinder engines are available, a continuously variable transmission, and optional all-wheel drive.
2007 Chrysler Aspen Chrysler's first SUV based on the Dodge Durango is loaded with luxury features, three rows of seats, curtain airbags and roll-over sensors, a transmission "Tow-Haul" mode for towing, and two available V8 engines - one with MDS cylinder deactivation to lessen the guilt.
2007 Jeep Compass Jeep's new 2007 Compass, available in Spring 2006, is the first front-wheel drive-based SUV offered by Jeep, and features an economical 2.4-litre four-cylinder engine, optional all-wheel drive, and a fully independent suspension.
2007 Jeep TJ Who says you can't teach an old dog new tricks? Major upgrades to Jeep's venerable TJ include a 100 percent stiffer frame, longer wheelbase, wider track, more power, more interior space, increased safety, more options, and increased off-road capabilities.
Dodge Challenger concept: muscle car revival No doubt inspired by the success of the retro-styled Mustang, Dodge unveiled a Challenger concept Sunday that's a dead-ringer for the 1970 Challenger - at least from a distance.
Chrysler Imperial Notable not only for its length, but its height, the new Chrysler Imperial concept has a certain European pedigree and a "noble stance" according to its designer. Noteworthy features are swing-out doors with no centre pillar, 22-inch wheels, and a luxurious 4-passenger cabin.
Parking made easier at Detroit auto show Those attending the public days at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit will find it easier to arrive or park, and even reserve parking spaces on-line.
2007 Nissan Versa Nissan's new entry-level subcompact car, the Versa, is positioned below the 2007 Nissan Sentra and will be offered as both a 4-door hatchback and a 4-door sedan. A spacious cabin, above-average horsepower, and excellent fuel economy are the highlights.
Volvo C30 concept Smaller than Volvo's smallest model, the S40, the C30 is a sporty performance coupe with four individual seats, a premium stereo, and a useful cargo area designed for young "successful" people.
2007 Jaguar XK convertible While many new luxury convertibles now have folding hardtops, the new Jaguar XK Convertible features a traditional soft-top – a decision which Jaguar says has some important advantages.
Ferrari FXX With just 29 cars built, the FXX is truly a unique automobile. But those select few who will have the opportunity to buy the FXX, will also buy into a unique client-constructor technical R&d program for Ferraris of the future, featuring input from clients.
Chevrolet Camaro concept 'Camaro' is a name with a lot of heritage, but GM designers didn't want to create a car that would only appeal to aging baby boomers. The idea was to capture the spirit of the original Camaro but add design and engineering elements that would appeal to a new, younger generation.
2007 Toyota Camry/Camry Hybrid How do you make a winner better? America's best-selling car has been completely redesigned with a more attractive exterior, an upgraded interior, a more powerful V6 engine, and a newly available hybrid gas-electric model.
2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder The convertible version of the Eclipse coupe that was redesigned in 2005, the 2007 Eclipse Spyder convertible offers a quality cloth top that folds out of site when lowered and keeps out noise when raised. The Spyder is available with four or six cylinder engines and a serious 650-watt Rockford Fosgate premium audio system.
Subaru B5-TPH hybrid concept A new type of high- performance hybrid-powered vehicle, the B5-TPH concept vehicle features the company's Turbo Parallel Hybrid (TPH) powertrain system and lithium-ion battery technology in a sporty two-seat grand touring car.
2007 Nissan Sentra A step up in size and class from the current Sentra, the new 2007 Sentra is much roomier with more available luxury features, such as leather seats, and more standard safety features - but still offers a fuel-efficient 2.0-litre 4-cylinder engine with optional CVT transmission.
Acura RDX prototype Featuring a 240 horsepower 2.3-litre turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, 5-speed automatic with paddle shifters, and Acura's "Super Handling AWD" system, the Acura RDX prototype is one very sporty utility vehicle. It's scheduled to go on sale here this Summer.
2006 BMW M Roadster Technical wizardry aimed at going fast and staying on the road are at the heart of the new 2006 BMW M Roadster. The Roadster will do 0 to 60 mph in less than five seconds and includes a special M differential lock and stability control to maintain grip and high performance brakes for quick stops.
Nissan Urge concept car Nissan surveyed young car and gaming enthusiasts to see what they wanted in a car. The result is this affordable, 4-passenger, lightweight open-air sporty car with a motorcycle drivetrain.
Rolls-Royce Phantom extended wheelbase An extra 250 mm (10 inches) has been added to the standard Rolls-Royce Phantom, behind the B-pillar, to create a car with an even more generously proportioned rear passenger compartment.
Kia Soul concept A concept CUV aimed at active people, the Kia Soul is small on the outside but roomy on the inside with the latest tech toys and reconfigurable seating for storing gear.
MINI Traveller A new MINI model, similar to the Traveller displayed in Detroit, will be coming, but MINI execs won't tell us exactly what it will look like.
Mitsubishi Concept-CT hybrid Powered by a 1.0-litre 3-cylinder engine and powerful batteries, the Concept-CT has four electric motors, one at each wheel. The unique powertrain develops a combined 134 horsepower.
Geely Independent Chinese automaker, Geely, displayed a car that won't be sold in North America. However, a future generation of this model will be sold here in 2008, said the company president.
2007 Honda Fit Positioned below the Civic in Honda's line-up, the 2007 Honda Fit is a 4-door hatchback with an economical 1.5 litre 4-cylinder engine and is available with the first 5-speed automatic transmission in the subcompact class.
CanadianDriver Interview: Bill Osborne, President, Ford of Canada Interviewed yesterday at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Ford of Canada's new President, Bill Osborne, believes he can leverage relationships with other divisions to tailor vehicles to the needs of Canadian consumers. "Canadians place a special emphasis on value and safety when selecting a new vehicle," he says.
2007 Lincoln MKX Apparently, it's not only regular folk who are migrating to crossover vehicles: luxury car and luxury SUV buyers also like the easer-to-drive, more comfortable crossover vehicles - but they want all the toys too. A 'Lincoln-ized' Ford Edge, the MKX, was Lincoln's solution.
Lincoln MKS concept 'Refined', not 'ostentatious' will be the defining character of the next Lincoln full-size luxury car, says the car's designer. The Lincoln MKS concept gives a hint of that styling direction, and reveals a new 315 horsepower 4.4 litre V8 and all-wheel drive system.
2007 Mazda CX-7 First unveiled at last year's Detroit auto show, the Mazda CX-7 sporty crossover will start under U.S.$24,000 when it goes on sale this Spring in the U.S. and Canada.
2007 Lexus LS 460 Lexus didn't reveal everything about its new flagship sedan at the Detroit auto show, but we do know that the company is attempting to set a new benchmark in the full-size luxury sedan class. For the first time, the LS will be available in a new long wheelbase version as well as the regular wheelbase car.
Infiniti debuts Coupe concept With a more aggressive, hunkered-down appearance, the Infiniti Coupe concept shown in Detroit is most likely the next generation G35 Coupe. Unique features include compact cameras for rearview mirrors and bare-metal look paint.
Audi Roadjet concept A harbinger of Audi's future in electronics, the Roadjet concept car has such features as car-to-car communications and Digital Voice Support which picks up the occupants' voices via microphones and reproduces them via the amplifier and speakers to make conversation easier. Oh, and to keep you awake at night, it includes an in-car espresso machine.
Hyundai HCD9 Talus concept It's either for SUV buyers who want something sportier, or sporty coupe buyers who want something more rugged. Whatever it is, the Hyundai HCD9 Talus concept vehicle does double duty on road or track - dirt track, that is.
Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG Mercedes-Benz AMG showed the ultimate S-Class: the S65 AMG. It features AMG's six-litre twin-turbo V12 engine which makes 604 horsepower for a 0-60 mph test track time of about 4.2 seconds - a phenomenal time for such a big sedan.
2007 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Mercedes-Benz unveiled their new top-of-the-line GL-Class SUV for those who want it all: three rows of seats, a roomy cabin with full luxury features, and exceptional off-road performance courtesy of 4MATIC all-wheel drive, DSR downhill speed regulation, and hill-start assist.
Buick Enclave concept The 6-passenger Enclave luxury SUV/crossover is a concept vehicle that's very similar to a production vehicle that Buick intends to sell in the near future, says the automaker.
2007 Ford Edge CUV combines utility with car-like handling Based on a car platform but with the spaciousness and utility of an SUV, the new Ford Edge is aimed at car buyers seeking more spacious and flexible interiors along with the security of all-wheel drive, and traditional SUV buyers seeking more manoeuvrable and fuel-efficient vehicles.
2007 Ford Shelby GT500 – memories made new There never was any doubt that a Shelby version of the most recent Mustang would see production – it was just a matter of when.
Ford F-250 Super Chief Mini has announced that a Cooper S, piloted to victory in the 2005 Targa Newfoundland Unlimited Division, will be showcased at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit next week.
2007 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid Mini has announced that a Cooper S, piloted to victory in the 2005 Targa Newfoundland Unlimited Division, will be showcased at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit next week.
2007 Saturn Vue Green Line Mini has announced that a Cooper S, piloted to victory in the 2005 Targa Newfoundland Unlimited Division, will be showcased at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit next week.
Ford Reflex Now, even sports car owners can have fun and not feel guilty about it. The Ford Reflex concept's hybrid diesel-electric powertrain gets up to 65 mpg (U.S.), and the car features solar-powered headlights, a flexible interior made from synthetic and regenerated materials, and sound insulation made from scrap Nike running shoes.
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe Longer, wider and taller than the previous Santa Fe, the 2007 model now has three rows of seats, a more refined ride, more safety features, and two improved V6 powertrains. It will be available this Summer.
Targa Newfoundland Mini on display in Detroit auto show Mini has announced that a Cooper S, piloted to victory in the 2005 Targa Newfoundland Unlimited Division, will be showcased at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit next week.
New Lincoln crossover to feature THX audio system Lincoln has announced that its all-new 2007 MKX crossover vehicle, which will be unveiled at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit next Monday, will feature the second-generation THX Certified Car Audio System, with fourteen speakers, 600 watts of amplification and three optimized seating position modes.
2007 Cadillac Escalade gets a makeover Cadillac announced its revised 2007 Escalade has new, sleeker styling with improved aerodynamics, and features a new powertrain, chassis, safety and interior design.
Volvo C30 design concept to debut at Detroit show The Volvo C30 Design Concept, a four-seat coupe with a glass tailgate, will make its world debut at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit next week.
Updated Z4 Roadster to debut in Detroit As well, the Z4 Coupe Concept and the X3 Active Hybrid Concept will make their North American debuts. The Z4 Coupe Concept will begin production in Summer, 2006.
Kia will unveil "Soul" concept car at Detroit show Kia has released a preview sketch of its all-new "Soul" concept car, which will make its world premiere at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit in January.
Chinese automaker Geely will exhibit at Detroit auto show Geely will become the first Chinese automaker to exhibit at a North American auto show when it does so at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit in January.
Nissan sports car concept to debut in Detroit Set to make its world debut in early January 2006 at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit is the Nissan URGE concept.
Mazda to premiere Kabura and CX-7 at Detroit auto show Mazda has announced the world premiere of its Kabura compact sports coupe concept vehicle and the all-new production crossover CX-7 at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit in January.
North American Car and Truck of the Year finalists announced An international group of automotive journalists has selected the Ford Fusion, Honda Civic and Pontiac Solstice as the finalists for the 2006 North American Car of the Year, while the Ford Explorer, Honda Ridgeline and Nissan Xterra are the finalists for 2006 North American Truck of the Year.
Ford unveils new display for the North American International Auto Show The Ford Motor Company has released details of its new exhibit, covering two and a half acres and constructed of enough steel to build 250 cars, which will debut at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit in January 2006.
Mercedes-Benz to premiere all-new GL-Class Mercedes-Benz has announced that it will debut its all-new GL-Class seven-seat luxury SUV at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit in January.
Many new models set to premiere at Detroit auto show in January Several automakers have announced their intentions to debut new concept or production models at the North American International Auto Show, which will be held in Detroit, Michigan in January 2006.
December 12, 2005 Ford Edge to debut at Detroit auto show Ford has announced it will debut the Edge, its all-new crossover utility vehicle, at the 2006 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan in January.
December 5, 2005 Mitsubishi to unveil new hybrid and convertible models in Detroit Mitsubishi has announced that it will unveil two new models, the Concept-CT MIEV hybrid sport compact and the Eclipse Spyder convertible at the 2006 Detroit Motor Show. It will be the global premiere for both vehicles.
November 8, 2005 Several world premieres slated for Detroit Auto Show Several auto manufacturers have announced new models they will be debuting at the North American International Auto Show, held in Detroit and open to the public January 15 to 22, 2006.
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