DETROIT AUTO SHOW

Media days at the 2019 Detroit auto show

The Detroit News
The Infiniti Prototype 10 Concept electric race car is displayed Tuesday, January 14, 2019 at  the North American International Auto Show during media preview days at Cobo Center.
The Infiniti Prototype 10 Concept electric race car is displayed Tuesday, January 14, 2019 at the North American International Auto Show during media preview days at Cobo Center.
Daniel Mears, The Detroit News
The Infiniti Prototype 10 Concept has a  single-seat cockpit with a low seating position, with only the driver’s head peeking above the broad front end.
The Infiniti Prototype 10 Concept has a single-seat cockpit with a low seating position, with only the driver’s head peeking above the broad front end.
Daniel Mears, The Detroit News
A Ram 2500 Power Wagon is on display during media preview days at Cobo Center.
A Ram 2500 Power Wagon is on display during media preview days at Cobo Center.
Daniel Mears, The Detroit News
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer gets a feel for the Chevrolet Bolt EV during a tour of the auto show Tuesday.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer gets a feel for the Chevrolet Bolt EV during a tour of the auto show Tuesday.
Daniel Mears, The Detroit News
Media members gather around Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer at the Nissan display during her tour of the auto show Tuesday.
Media members gather around Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer at the Nissan display during her tour of the auto show Tuesday.
Daniel Mears, The Detroit News
The Astor Challenge Cup, awarded to the IndyCar series winner each year, is displayed Tuesday during a press conference announcing new series sponsor NTT at the auto show.
The Astor Challenge Cup, awarded to the IndyCar series winner each year, is displayed Tuesday during a press conference announcing new series sponsor NTT at the auto show.
Daniel Mears, The Detroit News
People check out the vehicles and other attractions in the Ford Motor Company exhibit space at the North American International Auto Show at Cobo Center. The company said Wednesday that profit-sharing checks would go out March 14. The amount is based on North American earnings, which was $7.6 billion before interest and taxes in 2018.
People check out the vehicles and other attractions in the Ford Motor Company exhibit space at the North American International Auto Show at Cobo Center. The company said Wednesday that profit-sharing checks would go out March 14. The amount is based on North American earnings, which was $7.6 billion before interest and taxes in 2018.
John T. Greilick, The Detroit News
The Buick Cascada on display at the North American International Auto Show at Cobo Center in Detroit on Monday, Jan. 14, 2019.
The Buick Cascada on display at the North American International Auto Show at Cobo Center in Detroit on Monday, Jan. 14, 2019.
Robin Buckson, The Detroit News
Darren Parker of American Express wears an Oculus at the Acura booth so he can get a virtual reality tour of the new Acura NSX sports car.
Darren Parker of American Express wears an Oculus at the Acura booth so he can get a virtual reality tour of the new Acura NSX sports car.
Jose Juarez, Special To The Detroit News
Darren Parker of American Express wears an Oculus at the Acura booth so he can get a virtual reality tour of the new Acura NSX sports car.
Darren Parker of American Express wears an Oculus at the Acura booth so he can get a virtual reality tour of the new Acura NSX sports car.
Jose Juarez, Special To The Detroit News
The interior of the GAC Entranze concept vehicle.
The interior of the GAC Entranze concept vehicle.
David Guralnick, Detroit News
Intech Kelly Services employee Patricia Ursula Brown of Detroit cleans a Nissan Rogue at the North American International Auto Show at Cobo Center in Detroit on Jan. 14, 2019.
Intech Kelly Services employee Patricia Ursula Brown of Detroit cleans a Nissan Rogue at the North American International Auto Show at Cobo Center in Detroit on Jan. 14, 2019.
Robin Buckson, The Detroit News
A spokeswoman stands among a row of vehicles at the GAC display.
A spokeswoman stands among a row of vehicles at the GAC display.
David Guralnick, Detroit News
Cameras roll as the 2020 Volkswagen Passat clears the smoke at the Detroit International Auto Show at Cobo Center on Monday, Jan. 14, 2019.
Cameras roll as the 2020 Volkswagen Passat clears the smoke at the Detroit International Auto Show at Cobo Center on Monday, Jan. 14, 2019.
Max Ortiz, The Detroit News
The i-mobility demonstration vehicle  by the AISIN Group displays various components.
The i-mobility demonstration vehicle by the AISIN Group displays various components.
David Guralnick, The Detroit News
Large open areas are visible near the Kia Telluride exhibit on the main show floor of the North American International Auto Show at Cobo Center, an indication of the show's changing nature.
Large open areas are visible near the Kia Telluride exhibit on the main show floor of the North American International Auto Show at Cobo Center, an indication of the show's changing nature.
David Guralnick, The Detroit News
Subaru Motorsports driver Scott Speed, left, Subaru Tecnica International President Yoshio Hirakawa and Subaru of America Inc. President CEO Tom Doll share a laugh following the unveiling of the STI S209.
Subaru Motorsports driver Scott Speed, left, Subaru Tecnica International President Yoshio Hirakawa and Subaru of America Inc. President CEO Tom Doll share a laugh following the unveiling of the STI S209.
Jose Juarez, Special To The Detroit News
Nissan IMs concept: The Japanese automaker has a history of pushing design and engineering boundaries, and that continues with this battery-electric vehicle concept.
Nissan IMs concept: The Japanese automaker has a history of pushing design and engineering boundaries, and that continues with this battery-electric vehicle concept.
Jose Juarez, Special To The Detroit News
Interior of the Nissan IMs
Interior of the Nissan IMs
Jose Juarez, Special To The Detroit News
David Christ, group president and general manager, Lexus Division, speaks in front of a video display of the engine of the Lexus RC F Track Edition.
David Christ, group president and general manager, Lexus Division, speaks in front of a video display of the engine of the Lexus RC F Track Edition.
Max Ortiz, The Detroit News
The Lexus RC F Track Edition
The Lexus RC F Track Edition
Max Ortiz, The Detroit News
David Christ, group president and general manager of Lexus Division, unveils the Lexus RC F Track Edition at the Detroit auto show Monday.
David Christ, group president and general manager of Lexus Division, unveils the Lexus RC F Track Edition at the Detroit auto show Monday.
Max Ortiz, The Detroit News
The Lexus RC F Track Edition features unique headlights.
The Lexus RC F Track Edition features unique headlights.
Max Ortiz, The Detroit News
Dancers perform before the reveal of the GAC Entranze concept.
Dancers perform before the reveal of the GAC Entranze concept.
David Guralnick, The Detroit News
The Entranze electric concept vehicle from Chinese automaker GAC is revealed during the North American International Auto Show at Cobo Center in Detroit on Monday, Jan. 14, 2019.
The Entranze electric concept vehicle from Chinese automaker GAC is revealed during the North American International Auto Show at Cobo Center in Detroit on Monday, Jan. 14, 2019.
David Guralnick, The Detroit News
The GAC Entranze EV concept features large, see-through sliding doors.
The GAC Entranze EV concept features large, see-through sliding doors.
David Guralnick, The Detroit News
Michael Cole, chief operating officer and executive vice president at Kia Motors America, talks about the 2020 Kia Telluride during its reveal.
Michael Cole, chief operating officer and executive vice president at Kia Motors America, talks about the 2020 Kia Telluride during its reveal.
David Guralnick, The Detroit News
Journalists examine the 2020 Kia Telluride after its introduction.
Journalists examine the 2020 Kia Telluride after its introduction.
David Guralnick, The Detroit News
The wraps come off the Hyundai Elantra GT N Line in its debut Monday, Jan. 14, 2019, at the North American International Auto Show.
The wraps come off the Hyundai Elantra GT N Line in its debut Monday, Jan. 14, 2019, at the North American International Auto Show.
Daniel Mears, The Detroit News
Ford Motor Co. President and CEO Jim Hackett, left, meets with Herbert Diess, CEO of Volkswagen AG, Monday, Jan. 14, 2019, at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit.
Ford Motor Co. President and CEO Jim Hackett, left, meets with Herbert Diess, CEO of Volkswagen AG, Monday, Jan. 14, 2019, at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit.
Carlos Osorio, AP
Media members are given rides in a Kia Telluride, with this model being custom built for this indoor course, Monday at Cobo Center.
Media members are given rides in a Kia Telluride, with this model being custom built for this indoor course, Monday at Cobo Center.
Jose Juarez, Special To The Detroit News
The 2020 Kia Teluride is driven on a demonstration track at the Detroit auto show.
The 2020 Kia Teluride is driven on a demonstration track at the Detroit auto show.
David Guralnick, The Detroit News
Karem Habib, executive design director, Infiniti Motor Company, talks about the Infiniti QX Inspiration concept vehicle, waiting for it to drive on stage, at their press event in Detroit, Monday. The QX Inspiration had technical issues and did not make it to the stage during the presser.
Karem Habib, executive design director, Infiniti Motor Company, talks about the Infiniti QX Inspiration concept vehicle, waiting for it to drive on stage, at their press event in Detroit, Monday. The QX Inspiration had technical issues and did not make it to the stage during the presser.
Robin Buckson, The Detroit News
Infiniti QX Inspiration concept vehicle, which did not make it to the stage during the reveal, is rolled to the Infiniti display at the North American International Auto Show media preview day at Cobo Center in Detroit on Jan. 14, 2019.
Infiniti QX Inspiration concept vehicle, which did not make it to the stage during the reveal, is rolled to the Infiniti display at the North American International Auto Show media preview day at Cobo Center in Detroit on Jan. 14, 2019.
Daniel Mears, The Detroit News
The Infiniti QX Inspiration concept vehicle is finally on display in Detroit after being pushed onto the show floor and uncovered.
The Infiniti QX Inspiration concept vehicle is finally on display in Detroit after being pushed onto the show floor and uncovered.
Daniel Mears, The Detroit News
Journalist Zesong Guo, 25, of Autohome.com, Beijing, China, transfers photos from his phone inside the Hyundai exhibit.
Journalist Zesong Guo, 25, of Autohome.com, Beijing, China, transfers photos from his phone inside the Hyundai exhibit.
Clarence Tabb Jr., The Detroit News
Visitors walk the floor of the North American International Auto Show at Cobo Center in Detroit Monday.
Visitors walk the floor of the North American International Auto Show at Cobo Center in Detroit Monday.
Jose Juarez, Special To The Detroit News
Pontus Fontaeus, executive design director of the GAC advanced design department in Los Angeles, talks about the GAC Entranze EV concept vehicle.
Pontus Fontaeus, executive design director of the GAC advanced design department in Los Angeles, talks about the GAC Entranze EV concept vehicle.
David Guralnick, The Detroit News
The Entranze features patio-inspired sliding glass doors and a panoramic roof.
The Entranze features patio-inspired sliding glass doors and a panoramic roof.
David Guralnick, The Detroit News
Designers ditched traditional thinking and worked on the interior and exterior to create a coastal architecture-inspired flow that blurs the indoor and outdoors.
Designers ditched traditional thinking and worked on the interior and exterior to create a coastal architecture-inspired flow that blurs the indoor and outdoors.
David Guralnick, The Detroit News
Inside, a wave-inspired instrument panel in front of the first-row bench gives way to OLED screens on both sides instead of a single screen in the middle.
Inside, a wave-inspired instrument panel in front of the first-row bench gives way to OLED screens on both sides instead of a single screen in the middle.
David Guralnick, The Detroit News
The Cadillac display area was not exactly teeming with activity on the normally frenetic media preview day at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Monday.
The Cadillac display area was not exactly teeming with activity on the normally frenetic media preview day at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Monday.
Daniel Mears, The Detroit News
The LC500 is moved into the Lexus display area at the Detroit auto show Monday.
The LC500 is moved into the Lexus display area at the Detroit auto show Monday.
Daniel Mears, The Detroit News
Ford President and CEO Jim Hackett, left, a stage hand and Ford Motor Company chairman Bill Ford cross the stage during the Ford reveal in Detroit.
Ford President and CEO Jim Hackett, left, a stage hand and Ford Motor Company chairman Bill Ford cross the stage during the Ford reveal in Detroit.
Daniel Mears, The Detroit News
Toyota's President Akio Toyoda introduces the 2020 Toyota Supra in Detroit.
Toyota's President Akio Toyoda introduces the 2020 Toyota Supra in Detroit.
Daniel Mears, The Detroit News
A large area of the floor is now filled with customized luxury vehicles from the "Envy Group" at the North American International Auto Show.
A large area of the floor is now filled with customized luxury vehicles from the "Envy Group" at the North American International Auto Show.
Daniel Mears, The Detroit News
Members of the media look over the Mustang Shelby GT500 and Ford Explorer ST after their unveiling at the Detroit auto show.
Members of the media look over the Mustang Shelby GT500 and Ford Explorer ST after their unveiling at the Detroit auto show.
Daniel Mears, The Detroit News
Members of the media look over the Mustang Shelby GT500 at the North American International Auto Show media preview day at Cobo Center in Detroit on Monday, Jan. 14, 2019.
Members of the media look over the Mustang Shelby GT500 at the North American International Auto Show media preview day at Cobo Center in Detroit on Monday, Jan. 14, 2019.
Daniel Mears, The Detroit News
The Mustang Shelby GT500 front grille features a Cobra, of course.
The Mustang Shelby GT500 front grille features a Cobra, of course.
Daniel Mears, The Detroit News
Subaru reveals the Impreza STI (Subaru Tecnica International) S209, available for the first time in America, at the Detroit auto show Monday.
Subaru reveals the Impreza STI (Subaru Tecnica International) S209, available for the first time in America, at the Detroit auto show Monday.
Sarah Rahal, The Detroit News
The Subaru S209 is unveiled on stage at the North American International Auto Show Monday, Jan. 14, 2019, in Detroit. The car is now available for the first time in America.
The Subaru S209 is unveiled on stage at the North American International Auto Show Monday, Jan. 14, 2019, in Detroit. The car is now available for the first time in America.
Jose Juarez, Special To The Detroit News
The 2020 Kia Telluride is driven on an off-road road course during its reveal at the North American International Auto Show at Cobo Center in Detroit, Jan. 14, 2019.
The 2020 Kia Telluride is driven on an off-road road course during its reveal at the North American International Auto Show at Cobo Center in Detroit, Jan. 14, 2019.
David Guralnick, The Detroit News
The 2020 Kia Telluride is revealed.
The 2020 Kia Telluride is revealed.
David Guralnick, The Detroit News
Reid Bigland, head of Ram brand, talks about the 2019 Heavy Duty 3500 pickup.
Reid Bigland, head of Ram brand, talks about the 2019 Heavy Duty 3500 pickup.
Robin Buckson, The Detroit News
The 2019 Ram Power Wagon takes the stage during the Ram heavy duty trucks press event at the North American International Auto Show at Cobo Center in Detroit on Jan. 14, 2019.
The 2019 Ram Power Wagon takes the stage during the Ram heavy duty trucks press event at the North American International Auto Show at Cobo Center in Detroit on Jan. 14, 2019.
Robin Buckson, The Detroit News
The video background makes it look like the 2019 Ram Heavy Duty 3500 is pulling a trailer.
The video background makes it look like the 2019 Ram Heavy Duty 3500 is pulling a trailer.
Robin Buckson, The Detroit News
A 1968 Shelby GT500KR drives onto the stage before the reveal of the Shelby Mustang GT500 at the Detroit auto show.
A 1968 Shelby GT500KR drives onto the stage before the reveal of the Shelby Mustang GT500 at the Detroit auto show.
Daniel Mears , The Detroit News
The new Shelby Mustang GT500 is lowered onto the stage during the Ford press event at the North American International Auto Show media preview day at Cobo Center in Detroit on Monday, Jan. 14, 2019.
The new Shelby Mustang GT500 is lowered onto the stage during the Ford press event at the North American International Auto Show media preview day at Cobo Center in Detroit on Monday, Jan. 14, 2019.
Daniel Mears , The Detroit News
U.S. Sens. Debbie Stabenow and Gary Peters on the floor of the 2019 Detroit auto show. They expressed optimism Friday that the incoming presidential administration will be a partner in advancing policies that would make Michigan a center of the next-generation auto industry.
U.S. Sens. Debbie Stabenow and Gary Peters on the floor of the 2019 Detroit auto show. They expressed optimism Friday that the incoming presidential administration will be a partner in advancing policies that would make Michigan a center of the next-generation auto industry.
John T. Greilick, The Detroit News
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles CEO Mike Manley speaks with U.S. Sens. Debbie Stabenow and Gary Peters, right, along with FCA Chairman John Elkann, far left, during the politicians' visit to the FCA exhibit space at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit on Monday, Jan. 14, 2019.
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles CEO Mike Manley speaks with U.S. Sens. Debbie Stabenow and Gary Peters, right, along with FCA Chairman John Elkann, far left, during the politicians' visit to the FCA exhibit space at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit on Monday, Jan. 14, 2019.
John T. Greilick, The Detroit News
The Ford Explorer hybrid is revealed on stage at the North American International Auto Show media preview day at Cobo Center in Detroit on Jan. 14, 2019.
The Ford Explorer hybrid is revealed on stage at the North American International Auto Show media preview day at Cobo Center in Detroit on Jan. 14, 2019.
Daniel Mears, The Detroit News
Ford Mobility President Marcy Klevorn talks of the new 2020 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor Utility hybrid at the Detroit auto show.
Ford Mobility President Marcy Klevorn talks of the new 2020 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor Utility hybrid at the Detroit auto show.
Daniel Mears, The Detroit News
The 2020 Toyota Supra on display at the Detroit auto show.
The 2020 Toyota Supra on display at the Detroit auto show.
Daniel Mears, The Detroit News
Toyota's President Akio Toyoda is very excited about the 2020 Toyota Supra at the Detroit auto show.
Toyota's President Akio Toyoda is very excited about the 2020 Toyota Supra at the Detroit auto show.
Daniel Mears, The Detroit News
The Mustang GT500 is revealed Monday at the North American International Auto Show media preview at Cobo Center.
The Mustang GT500 is revealed Monday at the North American International Auto Show media preview at Cobo Center.
Daniel Mears, The Detroit News
Media members walk by the Ford exhibit at the North American International Auto Show at Cobo Center in Detroit on Monday, Jan. 14, 2019.
Media members walk by the Ford exhibit at the North American International Auto Show at Cobo Center in Detroit on Monday, Jan. 14, 2019.
Daniel Mears, The Detroit News
Ford Chairman Bill Ford talks about the  Mustang GT500  at the North American International Auto Show media preview.
Ford Chairman Bill Ford talks about the Mustang GT500 at the North American International Auto Show media preview.
Daniel Mears, The Detroit News
Ford Explorer ST and Hybrid: Has Thai-Tang, Ford executive vice president of product development and purchasing, introduces the Ford Explorer ST. It  gets a 3.0-liter EcoBoost engine cranking out 400 horsepower and 415 pound-feet of torque. A hybrid version of the Explorer also is offered for 2020.
Ford Explorer ST and Hybrid: Has Thai-Tang, Ford executive vice president of product development and purchasing, introduces the Ford Explorer ST. It gets a 3.0-liter EcoBoost engine cranking out 400 horsepower and 415 pound-feet of torque. A hybrid version of the Explorer also is offered for 2020.
Daniel Mears, The Detroit News
The Ram 3500 HD truck is introduced by Reid Bigland, head of the brand, Monday at the North American International Auto Show.
The Ram 3500 HD truck is introduced by Reid Bigland, head of the brand, Monday at the North American International Auto Show.
Robin Buckson, The Detroit News
Richard F. Lopez, director of federal and administration affairs at GM, gives Michigan Congresswomen Haley Stevens, center, and Elissa Slotkin a description of the new Cadillac CT6 during the tour.
Richard F. Lopez, director of federal and administration affairs at GM, gives Michigan Congresswomen Haley Stevens, center, and Elissa Slotkin a description of the new Cadillac CT6 during the tour.
Clarence Tabb Jr., The Detroit News
Media members arrive for the Car of the Year presentation at the North American International Auto Show .
Media members arrive for the Car of the Year presentation at the North American International Auto Show .
Daniel Mears, The Detroit News
Scott Keogh, CEO and president, Volkswagen Group of America, unveils the new VW Passat at Cobo Center on Monday, Jan. 14, 2019.
Scott Keogh, CEO and president, Volkswagen Group of America, unveils the new VW Passat at Cobo Center on Monday, Jan. 14, 2019.
Max Ortiz, The Detroit News
Reid Bigland, head of Ram brand, accepts the award for the 2019 North American Truck of the Year for the Ram 1500 on Monday in Detroit.
Reid Bigland, head of Ram brand, accepts the award for the 2019 North American Truck of the Year for the Ram 1500 on Monday in Detroit.
Jose Juarez, Special To The Detroit News
Todd Wasik takes a whack at the Chevrolet Virtual All-
Star experience at the North American International Auto Show.
Todd Wasik takes a whack at the Chevrolet Virtual All- Star experience at the North American International Auto Show.
Daniel Mears, The Detroit News
A worker dusts off a 1959 Eldorado in the Cadillac display.
A worker dusts off a 1959 Eldorado in the Cadillac display.
Daniel Mears, The Detroit News
U.S. Sen. Tom Carper of Delaware gets a tour of the Lexus display from Andrew Coetzee of Toyota.
U.S. Sen. Tom Carper of Delaware gets a tour of the Lexus display from Andrew Coetzee of Toyota.
Daniel Mears, The Detroit News
Why drive when you can fly in a SureFly Hybrid Electric Helicopter? A functional proof of concept is on display during media days at the North American International Auto Show.
Why drive when you can fly in a SureFly Hybrid Electric Helicopter? A functional proof of concept is on display during media days at the North American International Auto Show.
Daniel Mears, The Detroit News
Marcus Wilson of Michelin Tire snaps a selfie with a Lego race car driver at the Ford display.
Marcus Wilson of Michelin Tire snaps a selfie with a Lego race car driver at the Ford display.
Max Ortiz, The Detroit News
Aisia Lutes-Rue of Kelly Services puts  finishing touches on a tilted 2018 Ford Mustang Premium Convertible for the media preview days.
Aisia Lutes-Rue of Kelly Services puts finishing touches on a tilted 2018 Ford Mustang Premium Convertible for the media preview days.
Max Ortiz, The Detroit News
Journalists watch the presentation as the Hyundai Kona is named the Utility of the Year vehicle on the Atrium Stage at Cobo Center.
Journalists watch the presentation as the Hyundai Kona is named the Utility of the Year vehicle on the Atrium Stage at Cobo Center.
Max Ortiz, The Detroit News