Detroit Auto Show
BMW pulls out of Detroit auto show
March 23BMW is joining German rival Mercedes-Benz and pulling out of the North American International Auto Show. The decision comes as the Detroit Auto Dealers Association contemplates moving the show to October from January starting in 2020.
For Zetsche, skipping Detroit is hard to do
March 17It wasn't easy for Daimler CEO Dieter Zetsche to go along with the decision for Mercedes to pull out of the Detroit auto show.
Detroit's auto show needs to escape the winter
March 19The merits of moving the Detroit auto show from January to October are obvious. It's time to quit staging the show in the depths of winter.
Moving Detroit auto show to October could cut costs
March 5Executives in charge of the Detroit auto show are likely to reschedule it to early October, while recasting the annual event as a simpler, less expensive show.
Detroit auto show, facing competition and brand departures, mulls October date
March 2The Detroit auto show, faced with growing competition and the departure of several brands such as Mercedes, is considering a move from its typical January run dates to October.
Mercedes confirms plan to skip 2019 Detroit auto show
Feb. 12Mercedes-Benz confirmed it will have no formal presence at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit in 2019, striking a blow to the event as more manufacturers save major vehicle introductions for tech conferences or their own special showcases.
Mercedes set to pull out of '19 Detroit auto show
Feb. 9Mercedes-Benz -- a high-profile mainstay of the Detroit auto show -- is poised to withdraw from the event next year, sources at the German carmaker said. A withdrawal would mark the latest setback for the Detroit show, which has watched brands such as Mazda, Volvo, Porsche, Jaguar and Land Rover pull out.
City-slickers and F-150 Junior: What people are saying about '19 Ford Ranger
Feb. 6One of the bigger debuts at the 2018 Detroit auto show was the 2019 Ford Ranger. The newest Ranger is larger in size this time around and will compete against the likes of the Chevrolet Colorado, GMC Canyon and Toyota Tacoma once it reaches dealerships next year. Ford officials are positioning the pickup as a lifestyle vehicle that appeals to younger, active buyers who may not want the herculean hauling capabilities — and higher price tag — of a full-size F-150. Here's a sampling of Ranger reaction from the automotive media.
Dates for 2019 Detroit auto show announced
Feb. 6The 2019 Detroit auto show will begin Monday, Jan. 14, with press preview days, and end its public show Sunday, Jan. 27.
A great week if you like cars
Jan. 29Last week was a very special time for the automobile industry in America, with something for everyone. It was one of those periods that make you understand why the industry is so terrific.
Hybrid Hemis, homework, and luxe-mobiles: What scribes are saying about '19 Ram 1500
Jan. 23Redesigned for the 2019 model year, the next-gen Ram 1500 finally broke its cover last week at the Detroit auto show. It won't take long for the new Ram to arrive at dealerships in the U.S., as production is set to begin this month. Here is a roundup of initial reaction to the new pickup.
Newest pickups leaving Ford on aluminum island
Jan. 22Ford looked to be leading the way toward making aluminum the industry standard for automakers trying to cut weight and improve fuel economy — but nobody followed.
