NISSAN RESONANCE CONCEPT : EVOLVING THE CROSSOVER

Nissan Resonance concept

• Signals the future direction of Nissan crossovers with smart, edgy design
• Elevates the crossover experience with engaging aerodynamic exterior
• Features a spacious and sophisticated interior, advanced hybrid powertrain
• Global concept was created by Nissan Design America, San Diego, California

With its boldly futuristic aerodynamic styling and fuel-efficient hybrid-electric powertrain, the Nissan Resonance concept proposes an all-new dynamic and edgy design that once again leads the trend for the crossover category. The global concept makes its world debut today at the 2013 North American International Auto Show.

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ACURA UNVEILED A NEW NSX CONCEPT

Acura NSX Concept at 2013 NAIAS

Acura has unveiled a new NSX Concept that showcases the evolution of the next-generation supercar's styling and design, including a first-ever look at one possible direction for the next-generation NSX interior design.

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ALL-NEW 2014 LEXUS IS SPORT SEDAN MAKES WORLD PREMIERE AT THE NORTH AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW

2014 Lexus IS

• Engaging and entertaining driving dynamics across the model range; exclusive tuning enhancements on F SPORT models
• Completely redesigned with bold exterior styling and an LFA-inspired driver-focused cockpit
• Longer wheelbase with significant increases in rear seat space and trunk capacity
• New multimedia system with industry-first, complimentary real-time traffic and weather information

Lexus unveiled the all-new 2014 IS sedan at the North American International Auto Show. IS will be available in rear- and all-weather drive versions of the IS 250 and IS 350, a further evolution of F SPORT available across the entire model range, and for Europe, Japan, and select international markets, the IS 300h, the first IS to feature Lexus Hybrid Drive.

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TOYOTA COROLLA FURIA CONCEPT REVEAL

Toyota Corolla Furia Concept at the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit

Toyota revealed the Corolla Furia Concept at the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. This exciting compact sedan concept hints at the styling cues consumers can expect to see on the next-generation Corolla.  The concept represents an exterior styling study by Toyota designers, and it builds on the brand’s product development priority to develop more dramatic, expressively designed vehicles.

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GLOBAL DEBUT AND BUSINESS SUCCESS AS BENTLEY STARS AT DETROIT

New Bentley GT Speed Convertible

•     Debut for world’s fastest four-seat convertible, GT Speed Convertible
•     Global 22 per cent sales increase, US maintaining number one status
•     Luxury flagship Mulsanne with Mulliner Driving Specification and high-efficiency Continental GT V8 also on stand

Bentley has unveiled its new open-top performance flagship, the Continental GT Speed Convertible, at the North American International Auto Show, at the same time as the business announces a 22 per cent global sales increase, with the Americas region maintaining its position as Bentley’s number one market.

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DYNAMICS AT THEIR MOST BEAUTIFUL – THE AUDI RS 7 SPORTBACK

2014 Audi RS7

•     Outstanding performance with maximum efficiency
•     Twin-turbo V8: 4.0 TFSI with 412 kW (560 hp) and 700 Nm (516.29 lb-ft)
•     Optional top speed of 305 km/h (189.52 mph)

Audi is expanding its RS model lineup: The RS 7 Sportback, which is making its debut at the North American International Auto Show 2013 in Detroit, stands for dynamics at their most beautiful. The large five-door coupe uses a 4.0 TFSI engine producing 412 kW (560 hp). The sprint from zero to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) takes just 3.9 seconds, and the speed governor can be deactivated upon customer request to permit a top speed of up to 305 km/h (189.52 mph). Despite this superior performance, the Audi RS 7 Sportback consumes on average just 9.8 liters of fuel per 100 km (24.00 US mpg).

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NEW VOLKSWAGEN SUV CONCEPT MAKES GLOBAL DEBUT AT DETROIT SHOW

Volkswagen CrossBlue Concept

•     Six-seat SUV concept designed specifically for North America
•     Innovative diesel-electric plug-in hybrid powertrain offers fuel economy of
•     2.1 l/100 km (134.5 mpg) (NEDC for plug-in hybrid vehicles)
•     Concept is built using the MQB Modular Transverse Matrix components set
•     Range in all-electric mode is 20 miles (NEDC)
•     306 PS; 700 Nm (516 lbs ft); 0 to 60 mph estimated at 7.0 seconds

Volkswagen has unveiled a new SUV concept at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit.  Called the CrossBlue, it has been developed specifically for the U.S. and Canada, and if it goes into production would sit above the Tiguan and below the Touareg in the Volkswagen SUV line-up.

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2014 INFINITI Q50 SEDAN MAKES WORLD DEBUT AT NORTH AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW

2014 Infiniti Q50

DETROIT : January 14, 2013 - Infiniti today unveiled the all-new 2014 Infiniti Q50 luxury sports sedan at a press conference at the 2013 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). Infiniti Motor Company Ltd. President Johan de Nysschen and Senior Vice President and Chief Creative Officer Shiro Nakamura presented the dramatically styled Q50, which goes on sale at Infiniti retailers in the United States and Canada in summer 2013.

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MERCEDES-BENZ CLA-CLASS ESTABLISHES NEW SEGMENT: SLEEK AS THEY COME

Mercedes-Benz CLA Class

STUTTGART : January 14, 2013 - The CLA is set to establish a new segment, with world-leading aerodynamics (Cd = 0.22), avant-garde coupé design and 4MATIC all‑wheel drive (optional). As a new four-door coupé it follows the idea of the CLS, whose design concept has spawned more than its fair share of imitators since its debut in 2003. With its frameless doors, the coupé adopts the design of the Concept Style Coupé into series production. The newcomer features a radar-based braking system (COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST) as standard which is able to warn the driver of an obstacle from a speed of 7 km/h and to initiate precision braking when the driver steps on the brake pedal. The new CLA is available for ordering with immediate effect and will be delivered to dealerships in April. Prices begin at 28,977 euros for the CLA 180.

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NISSAN TO UNVEIL ALL-NEW 2014 VERSA NOTE IN DETROIT

2014 Nissan Versa Note - Teaser image

FRANKLIN, Tenn. : January 12, 2013 – On January 15th at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, Nissan will unveil the all-new 2014 Versa Note. This 4-door hatchback, with segment-exclusive technology, outstanding fuel economy, smart packaging and class-leading cargo space, is the fourth of five new models launched by Nissan over 15 months.

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INFINITI TO DEBUT ALL-NEW Q50 SEDAN AT 2013 NORTH AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW

Infiniti Q50 teaser image

FRANKLIN, Tenn. : January 10, 2013 – Infiniti will unveil the all-new Q50 luxury sports sedan, January 14, at the brand's North American International Auto Show press conference, following a special performance by Cirque du Soleil. Infiniti's president Johan de Nysschen will deliver his vision for the brand in the years to come and provide details of the latest technology that Infiniti's new models will carry.

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LEXUS RELEASES FIRST OFFICIAL PHOTOS OF THE NEXT GENERATION IS

2014 Lexus IS350 FSPORT

•  All-new exterior featuring Lexus spindle grille design and Lexus-first independent L-shaped Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
• New interior design with LFA-inspired, driver-focused cockpit
• F SPORT exclusive interior/exterior features

TORRANCE, Calif. : January 9, 2013 - The all-new Lexus IS compact sport sedan will make its world debut at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit on Jan. 15, 2013.

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BENTLEY REVEALS NEW PERFORMANCE FLAGSHIP CONVERTIBLE

2013 BENTLEY Continental GT Speed Convertible

• Fastest four-seat convertible in the world: 202 mph (325 km/h)
• Exhilarating supercar performance from uprated 625 PS (616 bhp) W12 engine and eight-speed transmission
• Muscular lines and sporting, contemporary hand-crafted luxury
• An engaging, sensory driving experience with coupe-like refinement
• Enhanced W12 efficiency with a 15% improvement in driving range, fuel economy and emissions
• Global debut at Detroit Auto Show, January 2013

CREWE : January 2, 2013 - The Continental GT Speed Convertible, Bentley’s new open-top performance flagship - and the world’s fastest four-seat convertible - makes its international debut on 14^th January at the North American International Auto Show, Detroit.

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Honda Civic Concept to make world debut at North American International Auto Show

2011 NAIAS Honda Civic Concept - Illustrated

American Honda announced that the styling direction of the next-generation Honda Civic will debut at the 2011 North American International Auto Show in January.

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