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2010 NAIAS opens in Detroit

Updated: 2010-01-12 15:18
(chinadaily.com.cn)

The 2010 North America International Auto Show opened Monday at Cobo center in downtown Detroit, the U.S. auto city, with participation of more than 60 automakers worldwide.

The major focus of the 2010 North American International Auto Show will be new high-technology electric cars -- battery, plug-in hybrid and extended-range electric vehicles. The show has created a special showcase for these products and called it Electric Avenue.

The exhibit area will feature nearly 20 vehicles as well as symposiums and special events on the adjacent show stage.

Japanese carmaker Toyota unveiled the FT-CH dedicated hybrid concept at the show.

German automaker Volkswagen unveiled its New Compact Coupe. China's electric carmaker BYD also displayed the e6 electric carat show. e6 is a unique purely electric vehicle, representing a new era in personal transportation. It is an environmentally friendly vehicle with zero pollution and low noise.

Entering its 22nd year as an international event, the show is among the most prestigious auto shows in the world and is one of the largest media events in North America.

Source: The NewsMarket

Editor: Huan CAO

 
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