Blogs Posts in Auto Shows category; 134 blog posts

If CES was any indication, car tech is going high tech this ...

More than any other time in the history of the Consumer Electronics Show, car manufacturers showed up in full force to last week’s show in Las Vegas — a major sign that cars are going high tech this year. While CES used t [...]

Posted On : Jan, 19 2012 | Comments : 0

2013 Honda Accord Coupe Concept to debut at Detroit Auto Sho...

The Japan-based automobile company, Honda Motor recently announced its plans for the upcoming Detroit International Motor Show. Honda has decided to introduce its 2013 Accord Coupe Concept, joining other new car concepts that are lined fo [...]

Posted On : Dec, 14 2011 | Comments : 0

Lessons from the Auto Show

The North American International Auto Show, in residence at Cobo Hall in downtown Detroit until Jan. 23, provides a teachable moment. It turns out, lazy and overfed car companies can lose weight and come out fighting (hello, General Moto [...]

Posted On : Jan, 15 2011 | Comments : 0

The cars behind the turnaround

Ford, General Motors and Chrysler all are showing positive signs in a challenging economy. While the three are at different stages of their turnarounds with Ford clearly ahead of the pack based on profitability, sales. And awards [...]

Posted On : Aug, 06 2010 | Comments : 0

World Set To Follow New Zealand's Audi Success

Audi No. 1 in luxury market in New Zealand for the last 3 years New Zealand's GM says Audi "definitely" will soon be global leader Growth strategy based on product innovation and ranging. Audi has its sights firmly set [...]

Posted On : Jul, 07 2010 | Comments : 0

China has top sales team for GM cars

China is at the top of the sales market for General Motors cars. The iconic American automaker, which is owned by US taxpayers, is now more popular in its newly-announced top sales market. GM and its Chinese joint venture partne [...]

Posted On : Jul, 05 2010 | Comments : 0

2011 Ford Mondeo Facelift

Changes on the outside are quite subtle. The front-end gets a new grille, a new bonnet, revised bumper, and LED daytime running lights. The rear-end benefits from re-designed rear lights also with LED technology, and a new deck lid spoil [...]

Posted On : Jun, 26 2010 | Comments : 0

Organizers optimistic for 2011 Detroit auto show

Tucked away in a secluded conference room in Cobo Hall on an arctic afternoon in Detroit last January, AutoWeek editors heatedly debated our Best in Show Awards. As we pondered the Audi E-tron, the Cadillac XTS Platinum concept and a [...]

Posted On : Jun, 19 2010 | Comments : 0

Mercedes Shooting Break Concept

The Mercedes-Benz Shooting Break concept car represents a clear indication of the further emotional appeal of the Mercedes design idiom. In October 2004 Mercedes-Benz established a new market segment with the four-door Coupé CLS. [...]

Posted On : Apr, 20 2010 | Comments : 0

Hyundai - Sonata and Other Hybrids Are Here to Stay

To learn more, we spoke with Michael Deitz, the product manager for the Sonata line. We started by talking about the design of the hybrid Sonata, which is expected to match the Toyota Prius for aerodynamics, by using sculpted front and r [...]

Posted On : Apr, 09 2010 | Comments : 0

New York Auto Show - 2011 Bentley Supersports Convertible

2011 Bentley Continental Supersports Convertible Is it real? Yes. The Supersports Convertible made its global debut during the Geneva auto show in March. New York represents this luxury car’s first appearance in the United States. [...]

Posted On : Apr, 06 2010 | Comments : 0

2010 New York Preview - 2011 BMW Alpina B7 xDrive to debut i...

We already know that the 2011 BMW 5-Series will be making its stateside debut next week at the 2010 New York Auto Show. Joining the 2011 5-Series sedan will be the new 335is Coupe and Convertible and the BMW X5. Making its world premiere [...]

Posted On : Mar, 25 2010 | Comments : 0

New York auto show - Kia previews 2011 Optima

The 2011 Optima will make its world debut at the New York auto show next month. Beyond releasing a couple of teaser images, Kia is staying tight-lipped regarding what powertrains will be offered in the United States until the New York pr [...]

Posted On : Mar, 15 2010 | Comments : 0

2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid Continues Conquest Campaign

Just yesterday, we reported on Ford's first-ever 300 hp/30 mpg ratings for the 2011 Mustang. The company has vowed to achieve best-in-class fuel economy numbers for every new model it launches. Certainly the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybr [...]