detnews.com - Auto Show

Aftermarket auto ware there for the long haul

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 19:02:00 EST

Next week, Las Vegas turns into aftermarket heaven. Roll out the rally cars, billion-horsepower engines and every conceivable electronic device -- and some you couldn't imagine -- replica rattlesnake seat covers, bamboo floor mats and more rims than a junkyard and you'll begin to picture SEMA, the Specialty Equipment Market Association trade show.

Japanese dominate Tokyo car show as foreign firms stay away

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 16:02:00 EST

This year's Tokyo Motor Show is a lonesome affair for the Japanese, with foreign automakers largely no-shows for the first time in decades as they cut costs amid the downturn.

Nissan to develop electric Infiniti

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 14:52:00 EST

Nissan Motor Co. plans to add a pure electric vehicle to its premium Infiniti lineup, CEO Carlos Ghosn said today at the Tokyo Motor Show.

Toyota unveils 'premium' Lexus sportscar

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 14:32:00 EST

Chiba, Japan -- Toyota unveiled a two-seat super sportscar for its Lexus luxury brand called LFA, which reaches up to 325 kilometers (200 miles) per hour but also costs $375,000.