Detroit Auto Show: SS Concept: Contemporary Chevy Muscle
DETROIT, Jan. 5, 2003; The 2003 Chevrolet SS concept showcases a new generation of Chevy muscle, with dynamic design, race-proven technology and balanced performance. A modern interpretation of Chevrolet's Super Sport heritage, the Chevy SS is a contemporary four-door family sedan turned sports car. It packs rear- whee ... Continue reading
Detroit Auto Show: GM Shows "Lutzed" Concepts
Detroit January 5, 2003; Joe Miller wrting for Bloomberg reported General Motors Corp. Vice Chairman Bob Lutz, hired in 2001 to revamp the styling of the automaker's cars and trucks, unveiled five prototype vehicles as he tries to build on last year's U.S. market-share gain. The vehicles are the first group of prototyp ... Continue reading
Detroit January 5, 2003; James Mackintosh writing for the FT reported that General Motors has squeezed out all the savings it can make from a controversial project to cut the number of standard features on its vehicles in a move that will provide relief to hard -pressed suppliers. Bob Lutz, vice-chairman, said GM had r ... Continue reading
Detroit Auto Show: Makeover Of The Ford F Series Pickup
DETROIT, Jan 5, 2003; Tom Brown writing for Reuters reports that Ford Motor Co. isn't exactly putting all its eggs in one basket, but there are an awful lot of them riding in the back of its big F-150 pickup truck. An all-new version of the F-Series, which has been America's best-selling vehicle for 21 years, was due t ... Continue reading
Detroit Auto Show: Hyundai OLV Concept Vehicle Debuts
DETROIT, Jan. 5, 2003; Hyundai's latest concept vehicle, the exciting OLV (Outdoor Lifestyle Vehicle) made its world debut today during the first of three press preview days at the North American International Auto Show at the Cobo Exhibition Center. The low-cost, high-fun OLV concept vehicle presents Hyundai's view of ... Continue reading
Detroit Auto Show: Acura TSX Sports Sedan Makes World Debut
DETROIT, Jan. 5, 2003; The all-new Acura TSX sports sedan made its world debut at the North American International Auto Show today, giving Acura's lineup an entry luxury performance vehicle positioned between the hot-selling RSX sports coupe and Acura's top-selling 3.2 TL luxury performance sedan. "The TSX is designed ... Continue reading
Detroit Auto Show: New Lexus 330 Debuts
Lexus RX330 makes its world debut at the Detroit Motor Show Lexus issued the following press release: The North American International Motor Show today marks the world premiere of the new Lexus RX300. The new car will make its European debut at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2003. Mr Yukihiro Okane, chief engineer of t ... Continue reading
Detroit Auto Show: Cadillac Unveils New SUV
Sunday 3:16 pm ET By DETROIT January 5, 2003; Michael Ellis writing for Reuters reported that General Motors Cadillac division on Sunday officially unveiled its SRX mid-size sport utility vehicle at the Detroit auto show on Sunday, one of three completely new vehicles the luxury brand will roll out this year. The SRX a ... Continue reading
Detroit Auto Show: Dodge Launches Sprinter Van
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 5, 2003; Dodge today officially broadened its U.S. commercial van strategy with the introduction of the new Sprinter van at the 2003 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Powered by Mercedes-Benz, and now available through select Dodge dealers across America, Sprinter is the newes ... Continue reading
Detroit Auto Show: 2004 Maxima Sports Sedan and 2004 Quest Minivan
DETROIT Jan. 5, 2003; The Nissan division of Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today unveiled the all-new 2004 Maxima sports sedan and redesigned 2004 Quest minivan at a press conference at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Both of these vehicles will be available later this year as 2004 models. "Th ... Continue reading
Detroit Auto Show: The Trademark Mustang Design
DETROIT, Jan. 5, 2003; A Coke bottle, a swoosh, the hula hoop -- all are instantly recognizable shapes in American pop culture. So too is the unmistakable silhouette of the all-American pony car, the Ford Mustang. That silhouette is taking on a striking new definition with the introduction of the Mustang GT coupe and c ... Continue reading
DETROIT, Jan. 5, 2003; Style, power and passion have never been in short supply at Dodge, and the 2003 Dodge Durango HEMI(R) RT Concept delivers on all counts. Boasting the tire melting, 345 horsepower HEMI Magnum engine and cutting-edge styling, the 2003 Dodge Durango HEMI RT Concept offers a more sporting alternative ... Continue reading
Detroit Auto Show: 2003 Dodge Durango HEMI(R) RT Concept
DETROIT, Jan. 5, 2003; Bigger, bolder and faster, the 2003 Dodge Durango HEMI(R) RT Concept separates itself from the sport utility pack with big power and a broad shouldered presence that could only come from Dodge. With more style, more cargo room and more capability, the Dodge Durango Concept delivers on all fronts, ... Continue reading
Detroit Auto Show: Is This Another Ford Decade?
Detroit, January 5, 2003; Fords “Big 3” Bill Ford, Nick Schele, and Jay Mays took Ford to a whole new level during a noon time concept car presentation in Detroit's Cobo Hall. They showed three concepts that they believe will change the way consumers look at their cars. The showed the 427 sedan, which Ford ... Continue reading
Book Signing and Benefit at Busch Preview Show. Jay Ahuja, author of Speed Dreams, will be signing first edition copies of his book during the Busch Series Preview, from 3 PM–7PM on Friday, January 17th, at the Charlotte Merchandise Mart. All proceeds from Jay’s book sales will be donated to the Busch Serie ... Continue reading
Detroit Auto Show: Ford Shows 10 Cylinder 590 HP Sedan
Ford 427 Concept Aims to Rekindle America's Love Affair With the Sedan DETROIT, Jan. 5, 2003; The 1960s were the heyday of the truly cool American car; a time when slabs of sheet metal, chrome and the Rat Pack defined cool. Those days have given way to multi-purpose vehicles, pop-idols and plastic. But, Ford is signali ... Continue reading
Volvo XC90 Named North American Truck of the Year
DETROIT, Jan. 5, 2003; Almost one year to the day after being introduced at the North American International Auto Show as the "Next Generation SUV," the Volvo XC90 has been named North American Truck of the Year. "We are very proud to receive this prestigious award for Volvo in such a competitive segment within such an ... Continue reading
Winners Announced for North American Car and Truck of the Year
DETROIT, Jan. 5, 2003; An international group of automotive journalists today selected the Mini Cooper and Cooper S as the North American Car of the Year and the Volvo XC 90 as the North American Truck of the Year. The awards honor vehicles that set new standards or will become benchmarks in their classes. Jurors evalu ... Continue reading
Detroit Auto Show: MINI is Named North American Car of the Year
DETROIT, Jan. 5 -- MINI has scooped the prestigious title '2003 North American Car of the Year'. The award, given by a group of 50 full-time automotive journalists from Canada and the United States, was presented to Jack Pitney, general manager of MINI USA at a breakfast ceremony during the NAIAS in Detroit, MI. The aw ... Continue reading
Detroit Auto Show: First Look At The Ultra-Luxury 'Cadillac Sixteen'
GM'S Bob Lutz: 'This Car Will Show The World That We Simply Take A Back Seat To No One.' NEW YORK, Jan. 5, 2003; In an exclusive preview, Newsweek gets the first look at General Motor's latest creation, dubbed the Cadillac Sixteen, maverick Bob Lutz's boldest bid yet to make Detroit iron hot again. Detroit Bureau Chief ... Continue reading
Detroit Auto Show: Ford Model U Concept: A Model For Change
"The company's Centennial offers us a unique opportunity to reflect on our many past accomplishments. But, it also challenges us to look ahead and create a vision of continuing success. Model U is an exploration of that future vision." Bill Ford Chairman and CEO, Ford Motor Company DETROIT, Jan. 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall ... Continue reading
Detroit Auto Show: Advanced Brake Technology On the Volvo XC90 "Truck Of The Year"
DETROIT, Jan. 5, 2003; Volvo's first sport utility vehicle, the all-wheel drive XC90, recently named "2003 North American Truck of the Year," features advanced brake technologies from Continental Teves. Continental Teves supplies Anti-lock Brake Systems (ABS) with traction control and its Electronic Stability Program ( ... Continue reading
Detroit Auto Show: Ford Freestyle FX: The World's First Purpose-Built Crossover Vehicle
DETROIT, Jan. 5, 2003; Car-pooling. Gardening. Mountain biking. Going to the theater. ... Continue reading
Detroit Auto Show: Steelcase and Johnson Control Show New Seats
Revolutionary Leap(R) vehicle seat system to provide the ultimate in driving comfort DETROIT and GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Jan. 5 -- A top, global automotive supplier and a leading office furniture manufacturer are teaming up to bring the very best comfort and support technology for office seating to luxury vehicles. Offici ... Continue reading
Detroit Auto Show: Ford Mustang GT Concepts: The Legend Grows
DETROIT, Jan. 5, 2003; With 39 years of storied automotive history, 8 million customers and legions of fanatic fans to satisfy, Ford is introducing two all-new Mustang design concepts at the 2003 North American International Auto Show. The Mustang GT convertible and coupe concepts arrive ready to take enthusiasts' brea ... Continue reading
Detroit Auto Show: Ford Mustang GT Concepts: Modern 'Performance' Art
DETROIT, Jan. 5, 2003; The view from behind the wheel of a Mustang GT concept is as good as the view from afar. The Mustang GT concept vehicles put the driver and the passenger in a most enviable place -- the future of the pony car. While the evocative unmistakable exterior designs draw admirers, it is the inviting int ... Continue reading
A TACH Look Back With Edsel Ford On Ford
Today is the start of the Press days here at the Detroit Auto Show. Lots of bull will be thrown at us and you, so I thought that it would be fun to see what a Ford had to say so long ago... pretty good stuff - enjoy. by Andrew Frankl, European Bureau Chief, The Auto Channel TACH: How old were you when you drove a car f ... Continue reading
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