Jan. 12
Toyota's Lexus LF-Ch concept hybrid car sits on display during day two of the 2010 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Mich. The auto show runs through January 24 and features 60 new vehicle premieres.
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Jan. 12
An exhibit for Daimler AG's Mercedes-Benz Design unit is seen during the second day of the Detroit auto show.
Daniel Acker-Bloomberg
Jan. 12
Toyota's Prius plug-in hybrid concept car is showcased on the second day of the North American International Auto Show.
Daniel Acker-Bloomberg
Jan. 12
A large touchscreen in Tesla Motors Inc.'s Model S electric car displays a map at the Cobo Center.
Daniel Acker-Bloomberg
Jan. 12
A rim for Audi AG's e-Tron electric sports car is displayed in Detroit.
Daniel Acker-Bloomberg
Jan. 11
Members of the media look at a Bayerische Motoren Werke AG (BMW) Mini Beachcomber concept following its unveiling on the first day of the 2010 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The auto show runs through January 24 and features 60 new vehicle premieres.
Daniel Acker-Bloomberg
Jan. 12
Singer Susan Calloway perfoms during the introduction of the 2011 Lincoln MKX, center, during the press preview for the world automotive media at the Detroit auto show, which opens to the public on Saturday, January 16.
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Jan. 11
Executive Chairman of Ford Motor Company Bill Ford Jr. speaks with Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm (D) at the auto show. Ford Motor Co. on Monday said it would invest $450 million to build its next-generation hybrid and a rechargeable plug-in hybrid at a Michigan assembly plant starting in 2012 after winning state tax incentives.
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Jan. 11
The Audi e-tron concept car on display at the auto show.
Mark Blinch-Reuters
Jan. 12
Journalists gather on stage after the Lincoln news conference in Detroit.
Carlos Osorio-AP
Jan. 11
A Harvey Coachworks Buge electric vehicle sits on display during the first day of the auto show.
Daniel Acker-Bloomberg
Jan. 11
The Hyundai Blue-Will concept hybrid car is seen plugged into an electric outlet at the show during the initial press-only days in Detroit.
Mark Blinch-Reuters
Jan. 11
The interior of the Hyundai Blue-Will concept hybrid car is on display in Detroit.
Mark Blinch-Reuters
John Mendel, executive vice president of Honda Motor Co.'s U.S. unit, arrives to unveil the Honda CR-Z hybrid on day one of the auto show. Company officials and analysts said the CR-Z was destined to prove that hybrids don't have to be frumpy or weak.
Jeff Kowalsky-Bloomberg
Jan. 11
BMW introduces the Concept Active E vehicle at the Cobo Center in Detroit.
Rebecca Cook-Reuters
Jan. 11
A CT&T Police electric vehicle is showcased during the first day of the auto show.
Daniel Acker-Bloomberg
Jan. 11
A Volvo C70 convertible sits on display during day one.
Jeff Kowalsky-Bloomberg
Jan. 11
A Fiat SpA 500 electric car, left, and a Abarth modified Fiat 500 are displayed in Detroit.
Daniel Acker-Bloomberg
Jan. 11
Chevrolet Design Director Mike Simcoe unveils the Aveo RS show car, a European-inspired offering the company says is designed to appeal to young enthusiasts. The five-door, front-wheel drive subcompact with 19-inch wheels hints at the next-generation Aveo.
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Jan. 11
The Ford Transit Connect, the 2010 North American Truck of the Year, is displayed in Detroit.
Tony Ding-AP
Jan. 11
Deputy Consul General of China Chu Maoming speaks during a BYD Auto Co. Ltd., news conference at the auto show. The auto on display is the BYD e6.
Carlos Osorio-AP
Jan. 11
Event attendees check out the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG.
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Jan. 12
Mark Fields, executive vice president of Ford Motor Company, talks about the 2011 Lincoln MKX during the press preview for the world automotive media at the auto show.
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Jan. 11
The 2011 GMC Acadia Denali is introduced during press days in Detroit.
Rebecca Cook-REUTERS
Jan. 12
Mat Nagato, Director of the Board and Corporate Executive Vice President of Fuji Heavy Industries, speaks at the North American International Auto Show as Subaru introduces the Subaru Hybrid Tourer concept car.
Carlos Osorio-AP
Jan. 11
The Cobo Center, venue for the 2010 North American International Auto Show, stands in Detroit, Mich. The show runs through Jan. 24 and will feature 60 new vehicle premieres.
Daniel Acker-Bloomberg
Jan. 11
Canadian Industry Minister Tony Clement talks to reporters after seeing the Ford Focus Plug-In EV at the North American International Auto Show.
Tony Ding-AP
Jan. 11
Journalists from around the world walk through the Ford display area during the press preview opening hour of the Detroit auto show. More than 700 vehicles, including 60 new models, are being exhibited at the auto show, which opens to the public on Jan. 16.
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Jan. 11
A worker secures the interior of a Chrysler Ram pick-up truck suspended from the ceiling on the first day of the 2010 North American International Auto Show.
Daniel Acker-Bloomberg
Jan. 11
Dancers perform during the introduction of the Volkswagen NCC Hybrid Concept at the press preview event at the Cobo Center in Detroit.
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Jan. 11
A Green Vehicles' Triac is displayed at the Detroit auto show. The Triac is a 100 percent electric vehicle, has a top speed of 80 miles per hour, and a 100-mile range.
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Jan. 11
The Toyota FT-CH compact hybrid is viewed during the first press preview day at the 2010 North American International Auto Show.
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Jan. 11
Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood speaks to the media during the the first press preview day at the Detroit auto show.
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Jan. 11
A 'Tango' all-electric vehicle from Commuter Cars Corporation is displayed at the North American International Auto Show. The Tango has a length of 8 feet 5 inches, and a width of 39 inches, and can go from zero-to-60 miles per hour in about four seconds.
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Jan. 11
Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi sits in a GM Chevrolet Volt extended range electric vehicle while talking with North America GM President Mark Reuss during a tour of the General Motors exhibit at the auto show.
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Jan. 11
The GMC Granite concept truck is introduced at the North American International Auto Show. The Granite's sides open like French doors, and its rear seats flip or fold to the side, creating enough space for a mountain bike, even with the tailgate closed.
Paul Sancya-AP
Jan. 11
The GMC Buick Regal GS is seen during the first press preview day at the Detroit auto show.
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Jan. 11
A Chrysler badged Lancia Delta hatchback sits on display on the first day of the 2010 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Chrysler offered a glimpse of plans for future technology sharing by displaying variants of the Lancia Delta and a battery powered version of the Fiat 500.
Daniel Acker-Bloomberg
Jan. 10
Rich Pelkey applies touch-up paint to the Buick La Crosse CXL exhibit, which emphasizes the car's luxury interior, as workers set up the General Motors display area in the Cobo Center.
John T. Greilick-AP
Jan. 11
Mark Fields, left, president of Ford's Americas unit, Tom Stephens, vice chairman of global product development for General Motors, and John Mendel, executive vice president of Honda's U.S. unit, applaud during the North American Car and Truck of the Year Awards ceremony.
Jeff Kowalsky-Bloomberg
Jan. 11
Ford Motor President of the Americas Mark Fields holds up two trophies after Ford swept the North American Car and Truck of the Year awards winning for the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid and the 2010 Ford Transit Connect.
Rebecca Cook-REUTERS
Jan. 11
Alan Mulally, Ford President and CEO, and William Clay Ford Jr., Executive Chairman, stand beside the new Ford Focus after the press preview during the North American International Auto Show.
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Gallery Credits:
Photo Editor Dan Murano
Text Editor John Amick
