2018 North American International Auto Show, DetroitBatteries included: Mercedes-AMG revealed its new 53 series at the Detroit motor show, the brand's first model to sport a hybrid powertrain. Detroit motor show to kickstart 2018 season18 Jan 2018 By SPENCER LEECH in DETROIT Now that things are beginning to cool down at the 2018 NAIAS, lets take a look back at some of the things this year's Detroit show has had to offer. The Koreans were in full force, with Kia unveiling its heavily-revised Cerato that scored Stinger-esque design cues and a warmed-over GT variant. Kia also revealed plans to put its Telluride full-size SUV into production, and Hyundai outed its all-new Veloster which was upgraded from a 1.6-litre to a 2.0-litre motor as standard in the entry-level model. Mercedes-AMG debuted its new 53-series which sports the first hybrid powertrain to wear the AMG badge. The donk in question is Merc's M256 3.0-litre inline six-cylinder matched up to a combined starter motor and alternator. The new hybrid set-up will be rolled out in the CLS, E-Class coupe and cabriolet models in Australia late this year. American manufacturers had a strong presence for their first home show of the year, with Ford getting the ball rolling by re-birthing the iconic Mach 1 nameplate by way of a 'Tesla rivalling' all-electric performance SUV. Keeping the traditionalists happy, Ford also revealed its new Bullitt Mustang alongside the original movie-car once steered by Steve McQueen. FCA launched its all-new fifth-generation Ram 1500 and Chevy revealed its Silverado 1500. While these pick-ups may be hot tickets in the States, local demand is unlikely to warrant right-hook production models direct from factory. As usual, conceptual models stole the headlines with Lexus previewing a forthcoming “flagship crossover” with its new LF-1 Limitless concept. Infiniti also showcased its future design direction with the Q Inspiration concept, and Nissan followed suit with its high-tech mid-size SUV concept dubbed Xmotion. Bentley brought the muscle to its Bentayga SUV, throwing in a potent 4.0-litre V8 shared with the upcoming Cayenne Turbo, and Jeep pulled the covers off its facelifted Cherokee. 08/01/18 The North American International Auto Show is set to start the 2018 season off with a bang. As always, this year's Detroit show will no doubt feature some exciting new stuff from electric vehicles, muscle cars, innovative concepts, high-end supercars and everything else in-between. Last year's event saw some impressive unveilings including VW's all-electric ID Buzz, Audi's BMW X6-challenging Q8 Concept and the next-generation Toyota Camry. Perhaps the most exciting exhibit was Kia's all-new Stinger with its award-winning design, high performance and argued status as the Holden Commodore's spiritual successor. Stay tuned for all the latest leading up to and during the 2018 Detroit motor show. ![]() Cars at the show:17th of January 2018 ![]() Detroit show: Manley open to baby JeepSub-Renegade SUV a chance as Jeep looks at segment opportunity16th of January 2018 ![]() Detroit show: Volkswagen reveals all-new JettaLHD-only production spells death sentence for Volkswagen Jetta in Australia16th of January 2018 ![]() Detroit show: Ford evaluating RHD ExplorerSeven-seat Explorer could fill gap in Ford’s line-up as Toyota Kluger rival16th of January 2018 ![]() Detroit show: Bentley adds Porsche V8 to BentaygaBentley Bentayga V8 muscles in with 404kW/770Nm twin-turbo petrol powertrain16th of January 2018 ![]() Detroit show: New Ram 1500 surfacesRight-hook fifth-generation Ram 1500 still up in the air for Australia16th of January 2018 ![]() Detroit show: Mercedes-AMG debuts 53 nameplateCLS and E-Class range to receive hybrid Mercedes-AMG 53 model line16th of January 2018 ![]() Detroit show: Ford loads new Mustang BullittSpecial-edition Ford Mustang pays homage to 1968 film Bullitt, packs at least 354kW16th of January 2018 ![]() Detroit show: Kia cold on its own N divisionGT variants to be the pinnacle of performance for Kia for now16th of January 2018 ![]() Detroit show: Q Inspiration reveals Infiniti directionVC-Turbo engine, coupe-like silhouette feature in Infiniti Q Inspiration concept16th of January 2018 ![]() Detroit show: Nissan Xmotion previews future designsNissan debuts Xmotion concept featuring new rugged SUV design language16th of January 2018 ![]() Detroit show: Kia outs new CeratoHeavily revised Cerato gets mini-Stinger design, carryover powertrain16th of January 2018 ![]() Detroit show: Lexus unveils LF-1 crossover conceptAngular LF-1 Limitless concept previews flagship crossover for Lexus brand15th of January 2018 ![]() Detroit show: Ford confirms sporty electric SUVFord’s Mach 1 fully electric performance SUV to hit the streets in 202015th of January 2018 ![]() Detroit show: Green light for Kia’s full-size SUVBig Kia Telluride concept set to become a reality, but Australian future unclear12th of January 2018 ![]() Detroit show: Honda uncovers American InsightHonda’s new-gen Insight not coming to Australia with Nth America the focus11th of January 2018 ![]() Detroit show: Kia outs all-new Cerato sedanSketches reveal Stinger influence for third-gen Kia Cerato sedan design |
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