Chinese automaker GAC Motor moves closer to a U.S. launch
Chinese automaker GAC Motor will appear at the 2018 Detroit Auto Show with three vehicles, including an electric car.
2019 Chevrolet Silverado goes on a diet, gains diesel power
The 2019 Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck features more expressive new styling and a new Trailboss off-road model.
2020 Ford Explorer is aimed at being a smarter, sportier family hauler
The redesigned 2020 Ford Explorer boasts new features like a 10.1-inch portrait touchscreen and off-road-oriented Terrain Management System. It debuts at the 2019 Detroit Auto Show, and goes on sale this summer. Ford will also unveil its Shelby GT500 Mustang in Detroit.
2019 Volkswagen Jetta is the compact car for hatchback haters
The 2019 Volkswagen Jetta debuts at the 2018 Detroit Auto Show with new styling, a new platform, and more tech.
Cadillac is finally ready to take on Tesla with its own electric car
At the 2019 Detroit Auto Show, Cadillac announced plans for its first electric car. The unnamed model will be a crossover, based on a new platform to be shared with other General Motors brands. Cadillac will be GM's lead brand for electric cars going forward, taking the fight to Tesla.
Hyundai’s Veloster N hot hatchback will prove its mettle on the track
The Hyundai Veloster N will go racing to prove the credibility of Hyundai's new N performance division. Unveiled at the 2019 Detroit Auto Show, the Veloster N race car will compete in a class with other small cars. It hits the track for the IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge race at Daytona January 25.
Sibling rivalry: 2019 BMW Z4 takes on the 2020 Toyota Supra
BMW and Toyota formed an unlikely partnership to develop a sports car platform. BMW's variant made its debut as the Z4; Toyota used the architecture to build the fifth-gen Supra. Here, we're looking at performance, design, tech, and pricing to spot the differences and the similarities between the two.
Subaru is bringing the new special-edition WRX STI S209 to the U.S.
A new version of the Subaru WRX STI will make its public debut at the 2019 Detroit Auto Show. Dubbed S209, it's the latest in a series of special editions from Japan that have never been offered in the United States before.
China’s GAC Motor cruises into Detroit with all-electric Entranze concept
Chinese automaker GAC Motor brought its all-electric Entranze concept to the 2019 Detroit Auto Show. This is the third straight year that GAC has appeared in Detroit, but will the company ever sell cars in the United States? GAC previously discussed importing SUVs from China.
The snake escapes: Ford’s 700-hp Mustang GT500 slithers online ahead of schedule
The Mustang Shelby GT500 will return in 2019 with over 700 horsepower, Ford confirmed at the 2018 Detroit auto show. The model won't make its debut until the 2019 edition of the event but a leaked image posted on Instagram has revealed it ahead of schedule. Rumors point to a supercharged, 5.2-liter V8 engine.
Ford turns 2019 Edge into a hot rod with 335-HP ST-edition
The 2019 Ford Edge ST is the first crossover to wear Ford's ST performance badge. It headlines the updated 2019 Edge lineup.
Detroit Auto Show finally caves to CES, will move to June in 2020
Seeing a steady decrease in eyeballs and attention as CES grows and sucks up everything in its path, the organizers of the Detroit Auto Show (officially called NAIAS) have moved the show's dates from January to June starting in 2020 -- and plan to rethink the show entirely.
The biggest carmakers are sitting out the 2019 Detroit Auto Show
Audi recently announced that it won’t have a presence at the 2019 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, the “motoring capital” of the U.S. The automaker joins Mercedes-Benz and BMW in sitting out from the Detroit auto show.
Here’s what it takes to design the latest Lamborghini
Digital Trends speaks with Mitja Borkert, Lamborghini Design Director, about the Lamborghini Urus SUV’s design inspiration.
VW brings the spirit of the hippie bus into the 21st century with the I.D. Buzz
The electric Volkswagen I.D. Buzz concept is a 21st-century Bus with autonomous tech and a clever, user-friendly interior.
Ford’s Bullitt trailer is a delightful homage to the best car chase ever filmed
The trailer introducing the 50th-anniversary Bullitt Mustang is a throwback to the legendary car chase that made the iconic car famous.
Kia could follow up the Stinger with a stand-alone performance sub-brand
Kia wants to keep the performance theme going, and it told Digital Trends it hasn't ruled out creating a performance sub-brand.
2019 Toyota Avalon ditches humdrum design for something more dramatic
The 2019 Toyota Avalon ditches its humdrum design for something more dramatic at the 2018 North American International Auto Show.
All-new 2019 Veloster introduces Hyundai’s performance arm to the U.S.
The 2019 Hyundai Veloster is still asymmetrical, but it looks sharper than before and it offers more power than its predecessor.
The limited-edition 2018 Volkswagen Passat GT wants to be a grown-up GTI
The 2018 Volkswagen Passat GT is a sportier version of VW's midsize sedan. It debuts at the 2018 Detroit Auto Show.
The 2018 BMW X2 takes its official worldly bow in Detroit
The 2018 BMW X2 takes its official worldly bow in Detroit as a sportier, low-slung variant to the entry-level X1 crossover.
2019 Ram 1500 goes hybrid in an effort to one-up its Detroit rivals
The 2019 Ram 1500 debuted at the 2018 Detroit Auto Show with a new look, its first hybrid system, and more tech than ever.
The Lexus LF-1 Limitless Concept previews a flagship crossover
The Lexus LF-1 Limitless Concept previews a new direction for flagship crossovers, hinting at new possibilities for the next-gen RX and more.
Nissan Xmotion concept looks to stand out from the SUV crowd
The Nissan Xmotion concept debuting at the 2018 Detroit Auto Show offers a glimpse at the styling of the automaker's future SUVs.
Infiniti Q Inspiration concept aims for efficiency, connectivity, and autonomy
The Infiniti Q Inspiration concept debuts at the 2018 Detroit Auto Show, and previews future Infiniti luxury sedans.
Trucks, muscle, and futurism: 7 Detroit Auto Show rides we can’t wait to drive
Trucks, muscle cars, and high-tech concepts ruled the Detroit Auto Show this year, and we’re counting down our favorites.
The next Infiniti concept car will show how the sedan can evolve
The next Infiniti concept car takes the form of a swoopy, all-electric car that elevates the sedan to the next level.
Infiniti is the latest automaker to go all-in on electrification
Infiniti will offer a hybrid version of every car it makes by 2021, and launch its first all-electric car that same year.
How the original ‘Bullitt’ Ford Mustang found its way back into the spotlight
One of two 1968 Ford Mustangs used in 'Bullitt' appeared at the 2018 Detroit Auto Show alongside the 2019 Ford Mustang Bullitt.
For 2019, the Jeep Cherokee finally takes off its Halloween mask
Presented at the annual Detroit Auto Show, the updated 2019 Jeep Cherokee gets substantial design tweaks and mechanical upgrades.
Green, subtle, and mean: The Ford Mustang Bullitt roars again this summer
Unveiled in Detroit, the 2019 Ford Mustang Bullitt boasts a dark green paint job, subtle styling, and V8 power.
Lexus’ brand-new 2018 LS sedan is over-engineered in the best possible way
The new, fifth-generation Lexus LS combines comfort, performance, tech, and features inspired by traditional Japanese culture.
Mini refreshes Cooper hardtops and convertible for the Detroit Auto Show
Mini refreshes its familiar Cooper 2-door, 4-door Hardtop, and Convertible and reveals them ahead of their debut at the Detroit Auto Show.
The Honda Insight, one of the original hybrids, returns as an ‘upscale’ sedan
The Honda Insight hybrid will return as what Honda calls an "upscale, stylish five-passenger sedan" in late 2018.