Chicago Auto Show News
2012 Chicago Auto Show
02/10/2012 - 02/19/2012
Big is the word in Chicago. The monstrous layout allows consumers the best chance to see every model. It also benefits from following Detroit and L.A. shows, allowing show-goers to check out those shows' debuts just weeks later.
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GM Designer Talks the Future of GMC, Defends Touch-Sensitive Controls
By Kelsey Mays | February 16, 2012With the restyled 2013 Acadia SUV that debuted at last week's Chicago Auto Show, GMC could begin to graduate from what it's been for too long: a brand of Chevrolet clones. Parent company GM has said for decades it wants... more 
2012 Chicago Auto Show: Winners and Losers
By David Thomas | February 10, 2012Not many drapes were ripped off all-new cars under bright lights in Chicago over the past few days. The debuts we saw were limited in number, but the size of the show itself is seemingly endless and filled with more... more
Chrysler Mopar 300: Photo Gallery
By Jennifer Geiger | February 10, 2012Chrysler's 300 is getting a new factory-built option that gives it more aggressive styling and a performance boost. Designed and engineered by Mopar, Chrysler says it'll achieve better acceleration times than the regular 300C. More 2012 Chicago Auto Show Coverage... more
2013 GMC Acadia Video
By Colin Bird | February 10, 2012GM's three large crossovers ? the Buick Enclave, GMC Acadia and Chevy Traverse ? were some of the automaker's few bright spots during its darkest hours. The oldest of the trio, the Acadia, gets a midcycle refresh that was unveiled... more
Chrysler's Mopar Dart, 500, 300C and Compass: Up Close
By Kelsey Mays | February 9, 2012Chrysler celebrated the 75th anniversary of its Mopar accessories division by bringing four custom vehicles to the Chicago Auto Show: a 2012 Chrysler 300C, 2013 Dodge Dart, 2012 Fiat 500 and 2012 Jeep Compass. The Mopar-accessorized, rear-wheel-drive 300C will be... more
2013 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Convertible: Photo Gallery
By Jennifer Geiger | February 9, 2012Yes, it's only February, but Ford is helping us get ready for warmer weather with the Mustang Shelby GT500 Convertible. This high-performance pony car is now available for 2013 in a drop-top body style. More 2012 Chicago Auto Show Coverage... more
2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe and GT Video
By Jennifer Geiger | February 9, 2012The Elantra's popularity is skyrocketing. Strong sales, rave reviews and big awards are keeping us talking about Hyundai's compact sedan. New coupe and hatchback versions only add to its buzz factor. Building off the sedan's new-for-2011 fluid design language, the... more
2013 Acura ILX: Up Close
By David Thomas | February 9, 2012The small premium car is seeing a renaissance in the U.S. Buick recently released the Verano sedan, but other players have unique entries, like Lexus with the small CT 200h hybrid, BMW with the 1 Series coupe and Audi?s A3... more
2013 Nissan 370Z: Photo Gallery
By Jennifer Geiger | February 9, 2012Nissan's updated 2013 370Z will again be offered in coupe, roadster and high-performance NISMO form when it goes on sale this June. But exterior changes are subtle for Nissan's sport car. More 2012 Chicago Auto Show Coverage A restyled front... more
2013 Ford Shelby GT500 Convertible: Up Close
By Mike Hanley | February 9, 2012For Ford, the Mustang is a constant work in progress, and the 2013 Shelby GT500 convertible is the recipient of the automaker's latest design tweaks. Gaping upper and lower grilles, a front splitter and a domed hood define the front... more
