2009 Detroit Auto Show

Additional Highlights

• 2010 Volvo S60 Concept 2009 NAIAS Though packed with lots of design features that probably won’t make it to the production model, this new “sport” sedan provides a look into the Swede automaker’s future.
• 2010 Lexus HS250h 2009 NAIAS Toyota’s luxury brand unveils a “dedicated” hybrid that is eco-friendly, right down to the interior materials.
• Fisker Karma 2009 NAIAS If car designer Henrik Fisker’s hybrid sedan holds up to scrutiny, he could reinvent the high-performance luxury car.
• BMW Debuts New Z4 2009 NAIAS The German automaker’s cheeky little roadster gets bigger, but doesn’t lose any of its fun factor. Plus, BMW joins the zero-emission fray.
• Subaru Legacy Concept 2009 NAIAS Is this the future of the Legacy sedan?
• 2009 Maserati Quattroporte Sport GT S 2009 NAIAS There’s only one Italian exotic car practical enough for folks with families, and it’s getting even sexier for 2009.
• Toyota FT-EV Concept 2009 NAIAS Toyota doubles down on environmental friendliness.
• Brilliance 2009 NAIAS Chinese automaker gets ready to make inroads into the U.S. market, flexing its muscle in Detroit.
• BYD Auto 2009 NAIAS The Red Storm rains down in Detroit.
• The Celebration Will Go On 2009 NAIAS Automakers might be cutting back on the frivolity during this year’s Detroit Auto Show, but there will be plenty of cars.
• North American Car/Truck of the Year 2009 NAIAS The Hyundai Genesis scores a historical first for Hyundai — and Korea — while the perennially best-selling Ford F-150 wins its third top truck award.
• New MINI Cooper Convertible 2009 NAIAS This mighty mite is now faster, more fuel-efficient and safer than ever.
• Chrysler 200C EV Concept 2009 NAIAS Electrifying. A 400-mile range and a bundle of tech goodies besides.
• Audi R8 Gets V10 Power 2009 NAIAS Buckle up and hold on — Audi’s eagerly awaited 525 horsepower R8 V10 makes its debut in Detroit.
• 2010 Ford GT500 2009 NAIAS The ultimate American GT car is improved in every way.
• Mercedes-Benz BlueZERO Concept 2009 NAIAS Power and performance aren’t enough. Now, the German automaker is ready to master zero-emission vehicles as well.
• Michelin Gets Energy Conscious 2009 NAIAS Will the promise of increased fuel economy and lower emissions sell tires?
• 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2009 NAIAS New Mercedes E-Class Brings New Style and Cutting-Edge Safety Tech
• Diesel's Day Has Come 2009 NAIAS Volkswagen Brings a Quick, Green Concept and Special Edition Touareg to Detroit
• 2010 Chevrolet Equinox 2009 NAIAS Stepping out of the shadows and into the light, the second-generation Equinox gets a new look and more power.
• Kia Soul’ster Concept 2009 NAIAS Fun, fun, fun. This two-door, four-passenger, open-air utility vehicle is a modern interpretation of an old favorite.
• 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Stirling Moss Edition 2009 NAIAS A sterling SLR upstages all the others, and signals the end of an era.
• Diesel's Day Has Come 2009 NAIAS Volkswagen Brings a Quick, Green Concept and Special Edition Touareg to Detroit