Ford Verve Concept Revealed At NAIAS
Filed under: 2008 Detroit Auto Show, Auto Show Pictures, Concept Cars, Ford, Sedans/Saloons
Tags: American, NAIAS, verve
The Ford Verve was revealed at the 2008 North American International Auto Show. The Verve is a concept vehicle that is designed to be the vision for the new small cars that Ford will soon introduce in North America.
The Verve comes in four- and three- door body styles. While it is set to debut in Europe and Asia beginning later this year, the Verve is not expected to debut in North America until 2010. The four-door is the basis for the production vehicle that will be sold in North America whereas the European three-door model is being shown in Detroit to see how the market will react to the bodystyle; if the reaction is favorable, the three-door model may be added to the North American market. The Verve sedan will be powered by a fuel-efficient 4-cylinder engine.
The New Ford F-150 Debuts At NAIAS 2008
Filed under: 2008 Detroit Auto Show, 4x4s/Off-roaders, Auto Show Pictures, Ford, Trucks/Pickups
Tags: American, f-150, NAIAS
The 2009 Ford F-150 opened the 2008 North American International Auto Show. The vision for Ford’s truck team was clear: Redesign America’s favorite truck, giving buyers unrivaled capability, unprecedented choice and a host of smart, game-changing features. You can choose from various F-150 models: the no-fuss XL workhorse, the sporty STX, off-road capable FX4, mid-range XLT, high-end Lariat, King Ranch, and the new Platinum series.
Improvements to the F-150 start with the fully boxed frame constructed with hydroformed and high-strength steel side rails. The lightweight frame delivers 10% more torsional rigidity, which delivers increased durability and safety. The new F-150 offers segment-first standard AdvanceTrac with RSC (Roll Stability Control) and Trailer Sway Control, plus available Rearview Camera Assist as well as Integrated Trailer Brake Controller, a segment first on light-duty pickups.
While you will have to wait on diesel for the 2010 models, the Ford F-150 comes with three V8 engine options, mated to either a 4-speed or a new fuel-efficient 6-speed automatic transmission. The 5.4L 3-valve Triton V8 has been optimized for better performance with improved horsepower and torque, and is capable of running on E85, regular unleaded, or a blend of both. The second engine option, the 4.6L 3-valve V8 utilizes the same open valve injection of the 5.4L engine for an increase in horsepower during towing and a reduction of emissions. The third engine option is the 4.6L 2-valve V8 that delivers more horsepower with the same fuel economy performance as the outgoing truck’s V6. The all-new V8 engine lineup delivers a fleet-average 1 mpg improvement in fuel economy versus the outgoing F-150.
The interior was also upgraded, offering more usable space for passengers and gear, thanks to a 6-inch stretch that improves rear legroom and cargo capacity. The flow-through console has been lengthened by almost 2-inches and is large enough to stow two or more laptops. More than 30 storage areas have also been built into the interior, ranging from a bin on the top of the instrument panel to a number of small spaces designed to accommodate tools like cell phones and MP3 players. Of course, the 2009 F-150 will have the industry-exclusive Ford Sync system in addition to Sirius Travel Link, voice-activated navigation, and a Sony audio system.
Preview of new cars to be unveiled at 2008 Detroit Auto Show
Filed under: 2008 Detroit Auto Show
Tags: Launches, NAIAS, Previews, Unveilings
This is a fairly comprehensive list of what we can expect starting on Sunday. This is a list of the new cars, concept cars, and other vehicles which are expected to be unveiled at the 2008 North American International Auto Show from Detroit.
Roadfly’s live blog coverage begins around 10 AM Central time on Sunday the 12th and will continue through Wednesday, January 15th, 2008. In addition to our editorial and photo coverage we’ll provide complete video coverage of all the launches and unveilings.
2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1
The baddest Chevy Corvette Yet!
2009 Saturn Vue Green Line 2 Mode
GM’s two-mode hybrid in a Vue.
2009 Ford F-150
Ford’s new big truck.
2008 Honda Pilot Concept
Honda expected to unveil Honda Pilot Concept
2009 Kia Borrego
New seven-seater from Kia
2009 BMW X6
BMWs Coupe inspired SAV
2009 Toyota Venza
Toyota’s new Kentucky-built crossover.
Chevrolet Impala
New edition celebrates 50 years.
2010 Mazda RX-8
RX-8 spy photos are out.
2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK
New Styling, more power.
2009 Subaru Forester
Subie bigger?
2009 Hyundai Genesis
Hyundai’s new luxury sedan
2009 Cadillac CTS-V
550 horsepower in this award winning car.
2009 Dodge Ram
Power Wagon anyone?
2009 Volkswagen Passat Coupe
Wagon, Sedan… now Coupe
Fisker to Preview Plug-In Luxosedan
Green sports sedan planned for 2009.
BMW “Blue” Diesels
X5, 3-Series get 50-state legal diesel in 2008.
CONCEPTS
2008 Cadillac Provoq Concept
Cadillac’s zero-emission car.
2008 Saab 9-4X BioPower Concept
Crossover with ethanol power
2008 Ford Explorer America Concept
2008 Toyota A-Bat Concept
2008 Mercedes-Benz Vision GLK FREESIDE Concept
New entry level Crossover Mercedes.
2008 Land Rover LRX Concept
Concept smaller than the LR2
2008 Mazda Furai Concept
2008 HUMMER HX Concept
2008 Mitsubishi Concept
Evo Coupe?
2008 Nissan Forum Concept
