2005 North American International Auto Show Holiday Weekend Yields Strong Attendance
Jan 19, 2005
DETROIT, Jan. 19 -- The 2005 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) reported today that 303,447 people attended the past holiday weekend, including Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Monday, Jan. 17, which was the highest attended Monday in the show's history with 93,115 visitors. Public Days for NAIAS 2005 will conti ... Continue reading
Jan 18, 2005
As any red blooded petrol head will attest, this is a great time for auto enthusiasts the world over. Not since the hotrod wars of the 60’s muscle cars has there been such a plethora of incredible high performance vehicles available. Take Ford for instance. With the revitalization of design lead by J Mays and the ... Continue reading
Ford's Auto Show Splash Got Writers Writing
Jan 17, 2005
By: Brad Nevin | Ford Communications Network Read more Ford Motor Company news from the 2005 North American International Auto Show. View more photographs from the show. Journalists swarm around the Ford Fusion during media preview days at the North American International Auto Show.DETROIT, Mich., Jan 14, 2005 -- Begin ... Continue reading
Jan 15, 2005
DETROIT, Jan. 15 -- The North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) today announced that the NAIAS 2005 Charity Preview held Friday, Jan. 14, raised more than $7 million for 11 local children's charities. Attendees of the annual black-tie fundraiser sipped champagne and got a sneak peak at more than 700 featured veh ... Continue reading
Visteon Technology Visible Throughout North American International Auto Show
Jan 14, 2005
Global supplier's innovations help automakers differentiate vehicles VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP, Jan. 14 -- As automakers unveil their new product lineups and concept vehicles this week at the North American International Auto Show at Detroit's Cobo Center, Visteon Corporation's innovative components and systems are helping th ... Continue reading
Jan 14, 2005
DETROIT, Jan. 14 -- The 2005 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) charges from the gates with a jam-packed weekend of family- friendly entertainment, celebrity appearances and attractions beginning on Saturday, Jan. 15, the first of eight Public Days. For added convenience, the NAIAS 2005 opens one hour earli ... Continue reading
Jan 14, 2005
WHO: The 2005 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) is offering free admission to all active United States military personnel with valid identification to Public Days running from Saturday, Jan. 15 through Saturday, Jan. 22. Military family members must purchase tickets at the regular price. WHAT: Ticket price ... Continue reading
They All Ain't Winners: Toyota to Replace or Repair Unpopular Models
Jan 14, 2005
Detroit January 13, 2005: The AP reported that Toyota spokesman Mike Michels confirmed the plans Thursday but said the company was not ready to offer any more specifics about the two replacements. Toyota, Japan's No. 1 automaker, sold fewer than 4,000 Echos in 2004, down from 26,167 the year before, according to Autoda ... Continue reading
Jan 14, 2005
* Designers put together special collections to epitomize the Chrysler, Jeep(R) and Dodge brands * Show blends innovative automotive and fashion designs * Gift bags valued at $200 each to be handed out at the show WHAT: The Chrysler Group and metro Detroit's Clear Magazine team up to present a one-of-a-kind event at th ... Continue reading
Jaguar Advanced Lightweight Coupe Makes World Debut
Jan 14, 2005
DETROIT, Mich., Jan. 11, 2005 -- The Jaguar Advanced Lightweight Coupe show car made its world debut yeserday at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The Advanced Lightweight Coupe show car heralds a new generation of stunning Jaguar sports cars and sports sedans. The car remains true to Jaguar's illu ... Continue reading
Jan 14, 2005
DETROIT, Mich., Jan. 12, 2005 -- Volvo plans to significantly increase the safety of drivers and passengers in small cars during a frontal crash. The company displayed its 3CC concept vehicle, which demonstrates Volvo's new Safety Ride Down Concept, at the North American International Auto Show. This concept, which foc ... Continue reading
Jan 14, 2005
DETROIT--Jan. 13, 2005--Siemens VDO Automotive's expertise in diesel engine control is being utilized by Ford Motor Co. on the global automaker's Mercury Meta One diesel-electric Hybrid concept currently on display at the 2005 North American International Auto Show at Cobo Center in Detroit. "Siemens VDO Automotive is ... Continue reading
China Car Importer Bricklin Tells GM CEO Rick Wagoner, 'Not To Worry!
Jan 13, 2005
NEW YORK, Jan. 13 -- WHO: Malcolm Bricklin Founder and CEO of Visionary Vehicles has responded to published reports that GM CEO Rick Wagoner will try to block any attempt by Visionary Vehicles to bring the hotly contested Chery QQ into the United States. WHAT: Bricklin said, "Tell Rick not to worry about a thing! All o ... Continue reading
Is it just Hype? See for yourself.
Jan 13, 2005
Editors Note: What are we crazy or something publishing the highlights of last years Detroit Auto Show, sure we are crazy, but that's another story. I found this wrap-up by our Detroit Bureau Chief kindda fun to look at. It's interesting to note what the car companies though was important last year and how many Highlig ... Continue reading
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