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Kia launches another Soul special edition in Detroit
After recently launching the Ignition Soul, Kia has launched another Soul special edition, dubbed the Shadow Dragon Soul. As is always the case will these Soul editions, it’s a very funky looking thing.
Lincoln's new MKX at the Detroit Auto Show
Lincoln brought their new MKX mid-size luxury crossover at the Detroit Auto Show. The 2011 model gets a new engine and promises to be a step above the old model.
Mercedes teases next CLS through sculpture
Strangely, the most important exhibit at the Mercedes-Benz stand at this year’s Detroit Motor Show wasn’t the new E-Class Cabriolet, or any other car in fact. It was this sculpture, which is said to present style hints of the next-gen CLS.
Buick Regal GS: the US-bound Opel Insignia OPC
Buick’s Regal GS, unveiled at the North American International Auto Show, is a car based on the Opel Insignia OPC for the United States. It’s the first sport-oriented Buick in quite some time, and a successor to the company’s Gran Sport heritage.
Cadillac XTS Platinum Concept – the teaser unveiled
After releasing this teaser in December last year, Cadillac has finally presented the car behind the image at the Detroit Auto Show. The hybrid XTS Platinum Concept is a hint of future STS and DTS replacements.
Toyota launches FT-CH, a supposedly cheaper Prius
Toyota has launched its FT-CH Concept at the Detroit Auto Show, a hybrid car which is set to expand their current hybrid model range. You can call it a smaller, cheaper version of the Prius. It is also part of Toyota’s strategy to launch more plug-in hybrids and EVs. Hydrogen fuel cell vehicles will follow in 2015.
Production model of the Honda CR-Z debuts
The Honda CR-Z has been launched today at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The world premiere unveiling revealed a hybrid car which promises fun and sporty handling. The European version will debut at the Geneva Motor Show in March this year.
Three Jeep special editions launched
Jeep has launched three new special editions of their cars which are set to debut, as pretty much all of the stuff today, at the North American Motor Show in Detroit.
Volkswagen Compact Coupe Concept – pictures and details leaked
Official pictures of the VW Compact Coupe Concept have been leaked on the internet ahead of its official launch today at the Detroit Motor Show. Leaked details say that this is a hybrid based on the VW Jetta.