Date Posted 04-21-2004
Auto shows are a unique experience for consumers and manufacturers alike. We get the chance to see all the latest new ideas and concepts while the manufacturers get a firsthand look at the reactions and opinions of the consumer. This season's round of shows was one of the busiest ever as a flood of new cars, trucks and SUVs was introduced along with dozens of fascinating new concept vehicles. Because of the sheer numbers involved, we decided to make it easy on you by bringing together all the vehicles from this year's shows into one easy-to-use reference section. If you can't find something you like here, maybe you're not ready for a new car yet.
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2004 Detroit Auto Show Wrap-Up: A Critical Analysis by the Automotive Editors
of the New York Times and Edmunds.com (Part One) |
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2004 Detroit Auto Show Wrap-Up: A Critical Analysis by the Automotive Editors
of the New York Times and Edmunds.com (Part Two) |
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Acura TL A-Spec: Dennis Manns, Assistant VP, Sales, explains the philosophy behind
this high-performance concept |
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Aston-Martin DB9: Henrik Fisker, Director of Design, gives us a tour of the all-new
DB7 replacement |
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Bentley: David Goggins, Marketing and Communications Manager, tells us that the
Continental GT reflects Bentley's new direction |
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BMW: Tom Purves, Chairman and CEO of BMW North America, discusses the all-new
X3 and 6 Series |
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Mark Hines, Marketing Director, Buick talks about the new LaCrosse and the areas
of focus for this upscale GM division |
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Chevy Cobalt: Lori Queen, Vehicle Line Executive for GM's Delta Platform, discusses
the new Cobalt coupe and sedan. |
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Chrysler: Jack Broomall, Premium Vehicle Development Director, covers the technical
attributes of the 300C and Magnum |
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Ferrari: Maurizio Parlato, President & CEO, Ferrari/Maserati N.A., discusses the
all new 612 Scaglietti and Maserati Quattroporte |
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Carroll Shelby talks about creating a brand-new Cobra legend |
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J Mays, Group VP of Design at Ford, discusses the crucial role of design in future
Ford products |
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Jim O'Conner, Group V.P., North America Marketing Sales and Service, Ford, discusses
the all-new Mercury Montego |
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Merak Reichman, Director of Color and Trim at Ford, explains the thinking behind
the latest Lincoln-Mercury concept cars |
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General Motors: GM's President, Gary Cowger, talks about building on the company's
growing momentum |
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Honda SUT: Andy Boyd, Manager of Public Relations, addresses Honda's readiness
to produce a large truck |
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Hummer H3T: Ed Wellburn, VP of Design at GM, gives us a personal tour of this
all-new concept truck |
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Hyundai HCD-8: Mike Anson, Manager, Product P.R., explains the concept car's name
and what the concept represents for Hyundai |
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Bob Cosmai, President & CEO, Hyundai Motor America, describes how the all-new
Tucson SUV will continue to build on Hyundai's momentum |
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Jaguar: George Ayres, VP, Jaguar Marketing, reveals planned changes to the revised
S-Type |
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Kia: Peter Butterfield, President & CEO, Kia Motors America, describes the all-new
Spectra and Kia's expanding model line-up |
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Lamborghini: Ehren Bragg, Area Manager, updates us on Lamborghini's expanding
line-up of exotics |
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Land Rover: Paul Ferraiolo, G.M., Product Planning, explains the thinking behind
the new Range Stormer concept |
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Peter Horbury, Ford North America Design Chief, tells us his vision for future
Lincoln-Mercury products |
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Lotus Elise: Mark O'Shaughnessy, Director, Sales & Marketing, says the U.S. version
will meet or beat expectations |
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MINI: Andrew Cutler, Communications Manager, talks about a drop-top Mini and the
brand's unconventional advertising |
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Paddy Hopkirk, legendary Mini rally driver, compares the new Mini Cooper MC40
to the original model that won Monte Carlo in 1964 |
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Mazda: Kelvin Hiraishi, Director, Mazdaspeed Development, gives insight on the
high-performance Mazdaspeed MX-5 Miata |
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Mercedes-Benz: Michelle Cervantez, VP Marketing, talks about the CLS and GST concept
cars |
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Mitsubishi Eclipse: Dan Sims, General Manager, Mitsubishi Motors Research & Design
of America, describes the new Eclipse concept |
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Morgan: Charles Morgan, Managing Director, assesses the Morgan 8's success on
the street and at the track |
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Mark McNabb, V.P. and General Manager of Nissan North America, describes the improvements
to the 2005 Altima and Frontier |
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Nissan: Carlos Ghosn, President and CEO of Nissan Motor Company, talks about turnarounds,
trucks and what the future holds for Nissan |
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Nissan: Shiro Nakamura, SVP & Head of Design, Gives an insider's look at the new
2005 Xterra |
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Porsche: Peter Schwarzenbauer, President & CEO, Porsche Cars N.A., reflects on
the 550 Spyder and it's influence on the new Boxster Special Edition |
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Saab 9-2X: Michael Mauer, Director of Advanced Design, gives us a walkaround tour
of Saab's newest model |
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Saab: Debra Kelly-Ennis, President, Saab USA, describes the brand's evolution
and the new 9-2X |
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Scion tC: Brian Bolain, National Sales & Promotions Manager, gives us the scoop
on Scion's new coupe |
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Subaru: Larkin Hill, West Coast PR, gives us details on the new Legacy |
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Suzuki: Tom Carney, Director of Marketing, gives us an inside insight about the
Reno crossover |
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Toyota: Mike Michels, National Manager, External Communications, talks about combining
truck body styles with hybrid powertrains |
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Volvo: Anders Robertson, Product Strategy Mgr., shares insights on the the all
new Volvo S40 |
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