February 9, 2001
Nissan debuts 2002 Xterra, Frontier Crew Cab long bed

Two years after introducing the compact Xterra SUV, Nissan has unveiled a 2002 Xterra and a new Frontier Crew Cab Long Bed, with the longest bed in the compact crew cab truck class. Both feature interior design changes and upgraded audio systems.

February 9, 2001
Ford's St. Thomas, Ontario plant to build new Mercury Marauder

Ford of Canada's St. Thomas Assembly Plant near London, Ontario has been selected to build the Mercury Marauder - a high performance sedan based on the Mercury Grand Marquis.

February 9, 2001
Toyota executive says growth of global auto industry can be bonanza or burden

Although today's global auto industry contains fewer major players, it faces unprecedented growth that can be either a bonanza or a burden, said a Toyota executive here at the the 100th annual Chicago Auto Show.

The RSC concept was designed by Toyota's CALTY North American design centre in Newport Beach, California. According to CALTY vice president of design, Kevin Hunter, the RSC concept was developed to explore new possibilities for a next-generation sports car, aimed specifically at young new-car buyers.

February 8, 2001
2002 Dodge Ram unveiled

The 2002 Dodge Ram 1500 pickup, unveiled Tuesday at a press preview to the Chicago Auto Show, will be available as a Quad Cab model with four standard doors, while regular-cab and extended-cab models are considerably larger than their predecessors. The new Ram will offer two new engines, a new automatic transmission, upgraded brakes, and new interior features.

February 8, 2001
Two custom Saturn VUE SUV's displayed

Saturn revealed two customized versions of its coming VUE compact sport utility today, showcasing the after-market customization opportunities planned for the vehicle. The two show vehicles feature an outdoor and urban theme respectively.

February 8, 2001
2002 Ford SVT Focus

Described as "..the hot little racer that still leaves enough room in the budget for gas money," Ford unveiled the 2002 Ford SVT Focus hatchback in Chicago yesterday.

February 8, 2001
Hyundai shows HCD6 mid-engine roadster

Hyundai's newest concept vehicle, the HCD6 mid-engine roadster made its world debut at the Chicago Auto Show. The two-seat roadster, dubbed an affordable exotic, was styled at Hyundai's California Design Studio. The HCD6 features a high-performance 2.7 litre V6 engine, a 6-speed manual transmission and a see-through engine cover.

February 8, 2001
Mercedes-Benz displays new CLK55 AMG Cabriolet

A new convertible version of the high-performance CLK55 coupe was unveiled yesterday at the Chicago auto show. The new four-seat 2002 CLK55 AMG Cabriolet will arrive in the Fall of 2001.

February 7, 2001
Pontiac REV!

Take a "rally" sports coupe, mix in the versatility to carry friends and cargo and you arrive at the Pontiac REV - a bold, GM concept with a go-anywhere attitude.

February 7, 2001
2002 Jaguar S-Type Sport

Jaguar unveiled the 2002 S-Type Sport at the Chicago Auto Show, a sportier version of the current S-Type. The S-Type Sport will be available in Canada in the fall of 2001.

February 6, 2001
Ford F-150 Lightning Rod