As the old saying goes, \u201cIf you can make it in Detroit, you can make it anywhere.\u201d (That\u2019s how it goes, right?) It\u2019s never too early to think about which car you\u2019ll want to buy\u00a0next, and the best hints as to what\u2019s coming to market are on the floor at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit this week.<\/p>\n
That\u2019s why we hit the floor of the Cobo Center in Detroit to get an exclusive, first look at this year\u2019s most significant product launches. Below, we\u2019ve sifted through what debuted in Detroit, and present ten highlights that will arrive in showrooms in 2017. And don\u2019t let the \u201c2018\u201d model year throw you off: These cars and trucks will soon be on their way to dealerships.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s a bit more than a nip and a tuck for the pickup truck that continues to be Americans\u2019 favorite. The 2018 F-150 receives a new grille, active emergency braking, and a diesel engine for the first time.<\/p>\n
Our take: The refresh \u2014 particularly the inclusion of a turbodiesel \u2014 makes the F-150 an even more attractive value.<\/p>\n
If you\u2019ve been watching closely, everything about Kia\u2019s evolution from staid to stylish makes sense in the 2018 Stinger sedan. Designed and engineered by people who love to drive, the Stinger represents a turning point for Kia, and you should be eager to drive it.<\/p>\n
Our take: The Stinger\u2019s uninventive style might not be for everyone, but its 315-hp engine should please driving enthusiasts.<\/p>\n
Whether Porsches are\u00a0scarce in your neck of the woods or a dime a dozen, rest assured: The 2018 911 GTS is one you\u2019ll want to seek out. More horsepower and sharper styling round out the GTS package modifications for coupe, convertible, and targa models.<\/p>\n
Our take: Yes, please!<\/p>\n
Boxiness is history for the 2018 GMC Terrain SUV, which trades in squared-off lines for curvaceousness and comfort. Expect plenty of technological toys inside, like a WiFi hotspot and an intuitive navigation system.<\/p>\n
Our take: GMC is looking for more bread and butter, and the more conservative Terrain might be just the ticket.<\/p>\n
The big news about the 2018 Lexus LS500 sedan is the insertion of a twin-turbo V-6 in place of a long-established V-8 engine. Other than that, the new LS carries forward a tradition of luxury and infuses new style into the large sedan\u2019s exterior design.<\/p>\n
Our take: In pictures, the LS500 can come off looking stretched-out. In person, the design really works, the unusual grille, in particular.<\/p>\n
The \u201cS\u201d in the name of the 2018 Audi SQ5 SUV might as well stand for \u201csporty,\u201d as it\u2019s the souped-up version of the popular Q5. Expect over 350 hp and a sport mode for the digital display inside.<\/p>\n
Our take: More luxury and performance: what\u2019s not to like?<\/p>\n
The Volkswagen Tiguan crossover SUV gains a third row for 2018, as well as a more efficient engine and more space inside overall. The bigger Tiguan is an enticing alternative for drivers looking for a bit more space than a hatchback or wagon can offer.<\/p>\n
Our take: Don\u2019t count out this Volkswagen because of its siblings\u2019 transgressions.<\/p>\n
The introduction of the 2018 Chevrolet Traverse family SUV follows the launch of the GMC Acadia one year earlier in Detroit. With room for up to seven, the new Traverse looks tougher and more like General Motors\u2019 other full-size SUVs.<\/p>\n
Our take: Looks like a Tahoe, acts like a Trax.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n A new Camry doesn\u2019t come around often, and Toyota is confident that more style and power \u2014 with little sacrifice to efficiency \u2014 is just what it needs for the next generation. Look for the 2018 Camry in a driveway near you very shortly.<\/p>\n Our take: There isn\u2019t anything bland from the outside about this Camry; let\u2019s hope the driving experience matches the styling.<\/p>\n One of the best minivans on the road is getting even better, thanks to improvements that will make the 2018 Honda Odyssey easier to drive and own. Special mentions are due to the suite of digital and smartphone controls for media and climate control, as well as the CabinWatch surveillance system.<\/p>\n Our take: Kids have never had it better.<\/p>\n The North American International Auto Show opens to the public on January 14. <\/em>Click here<\/em> to learn more about the show, and purchase tickets.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" THE BEST & THE BRIGHTEST THAT DEBUTED IN DETROIT THIS WEEK As the old saying goes, \u201cIf you can make it in Detroit, you can make it anywhere.\u201d (That\u2019s how…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":51,"featured_media":4046,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[54],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-3951","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-gearheads"],"acf":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3951","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/51"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3951"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3951\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":30427,"href":"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3951\/revisions\/30427"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/4046"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3951"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3951"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3951"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}2018 Toyota Camry<\/h3>\n
2018 Honda Odyssey<\/h3>\n