Detroit flexes its muscle cars
Strictly speaking, the Detroit Motor Show is the first big auto event of the year. But many carmakers are now more attracted to the CES in Las Vegas. So, what's left for Detroit? Well, a lot of horsepower for one...
Pickups are must-haves
... at least in Detroit. Americans always seem to have to transport something that doesn't quite fit in the trunk, right? This picture shows GM's new Chevrolet Silverado. Made of high-strength steel, it weighs less than the previous model.
The RAM revs up...
Fiat-Chrysler (FCA) has something big to offer as well. Have a look at its RAM 1500. This four-wheel drive monster boasts up to 400 PS, depending on its engine type. Production of the vehicle will shortly move from Mexico to Michigan — much to the liking of US President Donald Trump.
Picking up the pace
Here comes another pickup — Ford's F-150 in a diesel-engine variety. While Ford are among those automakers still invested in the Detroit show, the Ford Mobility Platform for robo-taxis was presented at the CES in Las Vegas this week.
Bulky but high-tech
With its X-class series, Mercedes-Benz also has a range of pickups. And it has modernized its cross-country G-class. The off-road beast looks as bulky as before, but its high-tech interior will help the occupants stay connected, even inside a deep forest.
Mercedes rival
With its G-class, Mercedes certainly has rivals such as Jeep in mind. The picture shows the new Cherokee from Fiat-Chrysler, which owns Jeep. The designers have given it a thorough facelift.
'i' means innovative and modern
BMW's i8 Coupe and Roadster side by side. Both feature a modern design and drive experience. An electric engine contributes 143 PS to the cars' 374-PS total.
Made in Germany — for America
It's not easy to buy a Volkswagen Jetta in Germany as VW produces the model almost exclusively for the US market. In Detroit, VW will present the Jetta's seventh edition in a low-PS version.
In the fast lane
By contrast, the Corvette ZR1 from Chevrolet boasts 750 PS. The GM subsidiary will most likely present its G8 at the Detroit show. There are rumors that an 8-cylinder car with 860 PS under the hood could be revealed.
Big in Japan
Infinity, Nissan's luxury brand, is to showcase the Q Inspiration Concept in Detroit to show the company's future design philosophy. In the places where you might expect to find side-view mirrors, there are mounts for cameras.
The what and when
Officially known as the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), the Detroit gala opens to the media on January 15. It will open to the general public on January 19 and continues until January 28. Last year, the show attracted 800,000 visitors. For more, go to www.naias.com