IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ford section of release dated Jan. 23, 2013, should read: Ford introduced its Ford Atlas Concept vehicle at NAIAS that showed a look at the potential direction where Ford trucks might go in the future, along with the 2014 Ford Transit full-size van and redesigned 2014 Ford Transit Connect cargo van (sted Ford introduced its next-generation 2015 Ford F-150 at the NAIAS along with the 2014 Ford Transit full-size van and redesigned 2014 Ford Transit Connect cargo van)
The corrected release reads:
2013 NAIAS: AUTOBYTEL EDITORS SHARE INSIGHTS FROM PREDOMINANT NORTH AMERICAN AUTO SHOW
Traditionally, the Detroit Auto Show is the most important one in North America in terms of news and product debuts, if not physical size. Each January, auto manufacturers from around the world descend upon Detroit to unveil their latest models, and the Autobytel team was on the ground in the Motor City to gather all the news, filter the noise, and tell consumers what they need to know.
“With so many important introductions and announcements, the Autobytel team made sure to cover everything,” said Autobytel editor-in-chief Michelle Naranjo. “Our editorial team offers a unique perspective from the show that includes articles and photos on our website along with interviews and videos from the show.”
Nearly every manufacturer had something to announce at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) this year. From concept vehicles, to new technologies, to new vehicle announcements, this year’s NAIAS had it all. Following are some highlights from the show:
Acura
The 2014 Acura MDX Concept offers 7-passenger seating
and a choice between front- and all-wheel drive with a more
fuel-efficient V-6 engine.
Audi
Audi unveiled four new performance models in Detroit:
the 2013 Audi SQ5, the 2014 Audi RS5 Cabriolet, the 2014 Audi RS7, and
the 2013 Audi R8.
BMW
The 2013 BMW M6 Gran Coupe turned up in Detroit
highlighting a twin-turbocharged, 560-horsepower, 4.4-liter V-8 engine
with a 7-speed M Double Clutch transmission.
Cadillac
The 2014 Cadillac ELR is built on the same platform
as the Chevrolet Volt, employing an electric drive motor powered by a
rechargeable battery pack and equipped with a gasoline engine that
serves as a generator when the battery charge is depleted.
Chevrolet
Chevrolet introduced two significant vehicles in
Detroit: the redesigned 2014
Corvette Stingray and the 2014
Chevy Silverado.
Dodge
Dodge introduced the 2013 Dodge Dart GT along with
three new Blacktop Edition models in Detroit: Durango Blacktop; Grand
Caravan Blacktop, and Journey Blacktop.
Fiat
Fiat featured a couple of 500-based design concept
vehicles in Detroit: the 500 Cattiva Design Concept and the FIAT 500
Abarth Tenebra Design Concept.
Ford
Ford introduced its Ford Atlas Concept vehicle at NAIAS
that showed a look at the potential direction where Ford trucks might go
in the future, along with the 2014 Ford Transit full-size van and
redesigned 2014 Ford Transit Connect cargo van.
GMC
GMC showed off its redesigned 2014 GMC Sierra this year.
Honda
Honda introduced the Honda Urban SUV as a smaller,
less expensive crossover SUV.
Hyundai
The Hyundai
HCD-14 Genesis Concept is a preview of what the company is expected
to do with the next-generation Genesis Sedan.
Infiniti
In advance of the 2013 Detroit Auto Show, Infiniti
announced new naming conventions for its lineup, which will commence
starting with the 2014 model year. The cars are now the Q50, Q60, and
Q70, while the SUVs are now the QX50, QX60, QX70 and QX80.
With that out of the way, the company debuted the new 2014 Q50 in Detroit.
Jeep
An updated 2014
Jeep Grand Cherokee debuted at the 2013
NAIAS, wearing revised styling, equipped with a new 8-speed automatic
transmission, and offering Uconnect Access, Forward Collision Warning,
and Rear Cross Path Detection technologies for the first time.
Lexus
Starting with an exaggerated spindle-style grille, the
new 2014 IS 250 and IS 350 models are sharp, angular, and almost angry
in appearance.
Lincoln
The 2013
Lincoln MKC is a compact crossover SUV
that shares its underlying structure with the Ford Escape.
Maserati
The 2014 Maserati Quattroporte is the first of
several new Maserati models that the company hopes will help it to
significantly increase sales around the world.
Mercedes-Benz
The big story from Mercedes-Benz in Detroit
was the debut of the CLA-Class,
a new entry-level Mercedes slotting into the lineup beneath the C-Class.
Mini
The 2014 MINI John Cooper Works Paceman is equipped
with a 218-horsepower turbocharged engine, all-wheel drive, a sport
suspension, sport brakes, and a sport exhaust.
Nissan
Nissan revealed upgrades for the 2013 Nissan LEAF at
the Detroit Auto Show, explaining that the electric car now offers
expanded range, shorter recharging time, a lower base price, more cargo
room, and additional features.
Tesla
The 2014 Tesla
Model X made its official debut in
Detroit, an electric crossover SUV built upon the same platform as the
Model S sedan and offering a choice between rear- and all-wheel drive.
Toyota
Toyota says the Corolla Furia Concept’s “Iconic
Dynamism” design provides hints as to how the next-generation 2014
Corolla will look when it arrives later this year.
Volkswagen
Designed specifically for North American
consumption, the Volkswagen CrossBlue Concept is a 3-row, 7-passenger
crossover SUV that strongly signals VW’s intention to field an entry in
this competitive vehicle class.
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