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  • 18 November 2011:   A Flash Extender that is fully enclosed and uses a fresnel lens to amplify the light as it passes.
    20111119006 Alan DIY Flash Amplifier.JPG
  • 20 July 2006: American-made Kodak Hawkeye Instamatic R4 126 film cartridge was a rangefinder camera (circa 1965 - 1971).  Flash, if needed was provided by a flash cube that offered 4 flashes before needing replaced. This image available for EDITORIAL USE ONLY. A release may be required. Additional information by contacting alook at alanlook.com
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  • 20 July 2006: American-made Kodak Hawkeye Instamatic R4 126 film cartridge was a rangefinder camera (circa 1965 - 1971).  Flash, if needed was provided by a flash cube that offered 4 flashes before needing replaced. This image available for EDITORIAL USE ONLY. A release may be required. Additional information by contacting alook at alanlook.com
    kodak hawkeye instamatic 98114818_20...JPG
  • 18 November 2011:   A Flash Extender that is fully enclosed and uses a fresnel lens to amplify the light as it passes.
    20111119009 Alan DIY Flash Amplifier.JPG
  • 18 November 2011:   A Flash Extender that is fully enclosed and uses a fresnel lens to amplify the light as it passes.
    20111119008 Alan DIY Flash Amplifier.JPG
  • 18 November 2011:   A Flash Extender that is fully enclosed and uses a fresnel lens to amplify the light as it passes.
    20111119005 Alan DIY Flash Amplifier.JPG
  • 18 November 2011:   A Flash Extender that is fully enclosed and uses a fresnel lens to amplify the light as it passes.
    20111119004 Alan DIY Flash Amplifier.JPG
  • 18 November 2011:   A Flash Extender that is fully enclosed and uses a fresnel lens to amplify the light as it passes.
    20111119003 Alan DIY Flash Amplifier.JPG
  • 18 November 2011:   A Flash Extender that is fully enclosed and uses a fresnel lens to amplify the light as it passes.
    20111119001 Alan DIY Flash Amplifier.JPG
  • 18 November 2011:   A Flash Extender that is fully enclosed and uses a fresnel lens to amplify the light as it passes.
    20111119002 Alan DIY Flash Amplifier.JPG
  • 11 February 2009: 2010 HONDA INSIGHT: The all-new 2010 Honda Insight hybrid car defines a new stage in the evolution of hybrid technology, providing affordability, fun-to-drive performance, and a U.S. EPA city/highway fuel-economy rating of 40/43 miles per gallon. All Insights are powered by an advanced 1.3-liter SOHC aluminum-alloy i-VTEC engine and CVT, along with a new generation of Honda's IMA hybrid system. With a 10.6-gallon fuel tank, the Insight delivers an estimated maximum driving range in excess of 400 miles. Standard features on the five passenger Insight include 60/40 split and fold-down rear seatbacks; two-tier digital instrument panels; automatic climate control; power windows, mirrors and door locks; a tilting and telescoping steering wheel and a 160-watt AM/FM/CD audio system with MP3 audio playback, an auxiliary audio input jack and Speed-Sensitive Volume Control. Scheduled to arrive at Honda dealers in the beginning of April '09, the five-door Insight will be priced below the Civic Hybrid.. The Chicago Auto Show is a charity event of the Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA) and is held annually at McCormick Place in Chicago Illinois.
    honda insight 98120090211118 _Chicag...jpg
  • 11 February 2009: 2010 HONDA INSIGHT: The all-new 2010 Honda Insight hybrid car defines a new stage in the evolution of hybrid technology, providing affordability, fun-to-drive performance, and a U.S. EPA city/highway fuel-economy rating of 40/43 miles per gallon. All Insights are powered by an advanced 1.3-liter SOHC aluminum-alloy i-VTEC engine and CVT, along with a new generation of Honda?s IMA hybrid system. With a 10.6-gallon fuel tank, the Insight delivers an estimated maximum driving range in excess of 400 miles. Standard features on the five passenger Insight include 60/40 split and fold-down rear seatbacks; two-tier digital instrument panels; automatic climate control; power windows, mirrors and door locks; a tilting and telescoping steering wheel and a 160-watt AM/FM/CD audio system with MP3 audio playback, an auxiliary audio input jack and Speed-Sensitive Volume Control. Scheduled to arrive at Honda dealers in the beginning of April ?09, the five-door Insight will be priced below the Civic Hybrid.. The Chicago Auto Show is a charity event of the Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA) and is held annually at McCormick Place in Chicago Illinois.
    honda insight 98120090211119 _Chicag...jpg
  • 08 February 2007: Lotus Exige S. The Chicago Auto Show is a charity event of the Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA) and is held annually at McCormick Place in Chicago Illinois.
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  • 08 February 2007: Lotus Exige S. The Chicago Auto Show is a charity event of the Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA) and is held annually at McCormick Place in Chicago Illinois.
    lotus exige s 98124327_CHICAGO_AUTO_...jpg
  • 25 July 2006 Test shots of several items in the light dome. This image available for EDITORIAL USE ONLY. A release may be required. Additional information by contacting alook at alanlook.com
    kodak 126 hawkeye R4 instamatic came...jpg
  • Alternate Fuel Vehicle produced by THINK.  Sedan or Coupe styling
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  • 11 February 2009: Saturn VUE Plug-in Concept.  This vehicle is expected to be the first regular production plug-in hybrid electric vehicle. Depending on a consumer’s drive cycle, the Vue plug-in hybrid will be the most fuel-efficient vehicle offered by a major automaker.<br />
This Vue Green Line will use a modified version of GM’s two-mode hybrid system and plug-in technology, a lithium-ion battery pack, highly efficient electronics and powerful electric motors to achieve significant increases in fuel economy. When the lithium-ion batteries are fully charged, the Vue plug-in hybrid will potentially double the fuel efficiency of any current SUV. After electric-only propulsion depletes the lithium-ion energy storage system to a specified level, the battery is replenished by utilizing the two-mode hybrid system’s electric motors and regenerative brake systems.<br />
 The Chicago Auto Show is a charity event of the Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA) and is held annually at McCormick Place in Chicago Illinois.
    saturn vue plugin concept 9812009021...JPG
  • 20 July 2006: American-made Kodak Hawkeye Instamatic R4 126 film cartridge was a rangefinder camera (circa 1965 - 1971).  Flash, if needed was provided by a flash cube that offered 4 flashes before needing replaced. This image available for EDITORIAL USE ONLY. A release may be required. Additional information by contacting alook at alanlook.com
    kodak hawkeye instamatic 98114823_20...JPG
  • 18 November 2011:   A Flash Extender that is fully enclosed and uses a fresnel lens to amplify the light as it passes.
    20111119010 Alan DIY Flash Amplifier.JPG
  • 18 November 2011:   A Flash Extender that is fully enclosed and uses a fresnel lens to amplify the light as it passes.
    20111119007 Alan DIY Flash Amplifier.JPG
  • 25 July 2006 Test shots of several items in the light dome. This image available for EDITORIAL USE ONLY. A release may be required. Additional information by contacting alook at alanlook.com
    kodak 126 hawkeye R4 instamatic came...jpg
  • 12 February 2015:  2016 MAZDA MX-5: The Mazda MX-5 two-seat roadster has a long association with the Chicago Auto Show. It was at the 81st CAS, Feb. 11-19, 1989, that the original Mazda MX-5 Miata made its public debut.  Continuing that tradition, Mazda will be displaying the new 2016 MX-5, at the 2015 Chicago show. This is the fourth-generation of the world’s best-selling roadster, with its compact open-top body, a front-midship engine rear-wheel drive configuration, 50:50 front-rear weight distribution, and an affordable price. The 2016 Mazda MX-5 is distinguished by a fresh approach to Mazda’s KODO design language, which combines beautiful proportions with body surfaces that express the contrast between stillness and motion. A snug feeling cabin has been moved a little toward the rear to create the appearance that the occupants are sitting at the body’s midpoint. The heart of the new MX-5 is a new generation Skyactiv 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, and can be mated to the buyer’s choice of either a six-speed manual or automatic transmission, specially tuned for the MX-5. It is the most compact of any generation MX-5 so far and is more than 220 pounds lighter than the model it replaces, promising a dramatic leap in Jinba-ittai driving fun. Some of the mass savings comes from the further use of aluminum components and the weight of the soft top is reduced. After visiting the Chicago show, stop by a local Mazda dealership and experience the top down enjoyment of feeling the breeze and the smile on your face while driving the fourth generation MX-5 Miata.<br />
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First staged in 1901, the Chicago Auto Show is the largest auto show in North America and has been held more times than any other auto exposition on the continent. The 2015 show marks the 107th edition of the Chicago Auto Show. It has been  presented by the Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA) since 1935.  It is held at McCormick Place, Chicago Illinois
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  • 08  February 2013: 2013 Dodge Dart. Chicago Auto Show, Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), McCormick Place, Chicago Illinois<br />
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2013 DODGE DART: Dodge Dart, a name remembered from the late 1960s for style, performance and innovation, once again enters the changing automotive marketplace. The all-new 2013 Dart blends Alfa Romeo Giulietta DNA with aerodynamic Dodge styling for the U.S. compact sedan segment. The new five-passenger Dart is available in five trim levels: SE, SXT, Rallye, Limited and R/T. Eye-catching exterior proportions are set off from every angle by dynamic lines and curves. Drivers can select from three different four-cylinder powerplants - the Tigershark 2.0-liter; a 1.4L MultiAir Intercooled Turbo and a new Tigershark 2.4-liter MultiAir engine. Horsepower and torque ratings range from 160hp/145lb.ft. to 184hp/171lb.ft. These I4s can be linked to a six-speed manual, six-speed automatic or dual dry clutch six-speed automatic transmission. Combined with responsive steering, four-wheel independent suspension, and available 18-inch wheels, the Dart brings fun back to driving in the compact car segment, and is made in the Chrysler Group's assembly plant in Belvidere, Illinois. Luggage compartment can hold 13.1 cu. ft. of groceries, and the 12 new exterior paint colors have bright names like, Header Orange, Blue Streak, Winter Chill, and Citrus Peel.
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  • 08  February 2013: 2013 Dodge Dart. Chicago Auto Show, Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), McCormick Place, Chicago Illinois..2013 DODGE DART: Dodge Dart, a name remembered from the late 1960s for style, performance and innovation, once again enters the changing automotive marketplace. The all-new 2013 Dart blends Alfa Romeo Giulietta DNA with aerodynamic Dodge styling for the U.S. compact sedan segment. The new five-passenger Dart is available in five trim levels: SE, SXT, Rallye, Limited and R/T. Eye-catching exterior proportions are set off from every angle by dynamic lines and curves. Drivers can select from three different four-cylinder powerplants - the Tigershark 2.0-liter; a 1.4L MultiAir Intercooled Turbo and a new Tigershark 2.4-liter MultiAir engine. Horsepower and torque ratings range from 160hp/145lb.ft. to 184hp/171lb.ft. These I4s can be linked to a six-speed manual, six-speed automatic or dual dry clutch six-speed automatic transmission. Combined with responsive steering, four-wheel independent suspension, and available 18-inch wheels, the Dart brings fun back to driving in the compact car segment, and is made in the Chrysler Group's assembly plant in Belvidere, Illinois. Luggage compartment can hold 13.1 cu. ft. of groceries, and the 12 new exterior paint colors have bright names like, Header Orange, Blue Streak, Winter Chill, and Citrus Peel.
    2013 Dodge Dart 981130208088_Chicago...JPG
  • 11 February 2009:  2009 NISSAN SENTRA: Year-in and year-out, Nissan’s Sentra sedans offer moderate price seeking customers comfortable accommodations and enough options to keep things interesting and the price from getting out of hand. For ‘09 Sentra ads auto door locks, MP3 playback, a second 12V power outlet and a bit of a rear decklid lift. Standard is a 2.0 liter 140-hp four and Nissan’s Xtronic Continuously Variable Transmission. Six airbags are standard including side curtain supplemental units. Options include Intelligent Key keyless entry and ignition, Bluetooth phone system and Rockford Fosgate audio system with an in-dash 6-CD changer. Sentra’s cabin includes a 60/40 split double-fold rear seat, available hidden trunk storage compartment and available integrated overhead compact disc holder.<br />
 The Chicago Auto Show is a charity event of the Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA) and is held annually at McCormick Place in Chicago Illinois.
    nissan sentra 98120090211096 _Chicag...JPG
  • 11 February 2009:  2009 NISSAN SENTRA: Year-in and year-out, Nissan?s Sentra sedans offer moderate price seeking customers comfortable accommodations and enough options to keep things interesting and the price from getting out of hand. For ?09 Sentra ads auto door locks, MP3 playback, a second 12V power outlet and a bit of a rear decklid lift. Standard is a 2.0 liter 140-hp four and Nissan?s Xtronic Continuously Variable Transmission. Six airbags are standard including side curtain supplemental units. Options include Intelligent Key keyless entry and ignition, Bluetooth phone system and Rockford Fosgate audio system with an in-dash 6-CD changer. Sentra?s cabin includes a 60/40 split double-fold rear seat, available hidden trunk storage compartment and available integrated overhead compact disc holder.. The Chicago Auto Show is a charity event of the Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA) and is held annually at McCormick Place in Chicago Illinois.
    nissan sentra 98120090211098 _Chicag...jpg
  • 12 February 2015:  2015 SCION FR-S: A favorite among car enthusiasts, the Scion exciting FR-S sports coupe adds enhanced handling and stability for the 2015 model year. Scion explains that the letters 'FR-S' stand for Front-engine, Rear-wheel drive, and Sport. It's Scion's definition of an authentic rear-wheel drive sports car. Pop the hood, and examine the 2.0-liter, naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine that is the result of a joint development between Toyota and Subaru. The flat-four creates a 12.5:1 compression ratio, as well as an impressive 200 horsepower and mated to either a six-speed manual gearbox or a six-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters and Dynamic Rev Management technology. The FR-S's low weight (2,758 with manual to 2,806 pounds with automatic) is complimented by a dynamically tuned suspension setup. The fierce exterior of the FR-S is remarkably sleek and low, with a menacing face, aggressive sporty dual exhaust system and LEDs illuminate the edgy taillights. New this model year is a more streamlined shark-fin antenna, auto on/off headlights and new key design. Opening the door reveals a low and comfortable 2+2 passenger cockpit, displaying a large center-mounted tachometer, the focus of the three-gauge cluster. The FR-S is available in seven colors including Raven, Asphalt, Hot Lava, Ultramarine and Firestorm. For 2015, Halo replaces Whiteout for the exterior pearl white paint for an additional $395 fee, and Steel replaces Argento as a silver color. The compact FR-S is Scion's new halo car, expanding the brand into a new dimension of driving performance.<br />
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First staged in 1901, the Chicago Auto Show is the largest auto show in North America and has been held more times than any other auto exposition on the continent. The 2015 show marks the 107th edition of the Chicago Auto Show. It has been  presented by the Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA) since 1935.  It is held at McCormick Place, Chicago Illinois
    scion fr-s 981150212118_Chicago_Auto...JPG
  • 08  February 2013: 2013 Kia Soul automobile. Chicago Auto Show, Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), McCormick Place, Chicago Illinois<br />
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2013 Kia Soul: Kia's Soul compact crossover is one of the brand's best-selling vehicles. For 2013, Soul continues with funky "outside of the box" styling, offered in Soul, Soul+ and Soul ! trim levels. Subtle changes include revised Kia badges, dark chrome accents, and exterior paint colors, including Clear White, Dune, Alien green, red-hot Molten, Shadow and Moss. Overall shape of the five-door hatchback has a smoother and more streamlined silhouette, and projects a wider stance. New projector headlights, LED taillights and restyled wheels add a more modern look. All 2013 Soul models amplify the fun-to-drive factor by delivering a class-leading 164 horsepower from the 2.0-liter engine, and 138 hp with the 1.6L. Both are four-cylinders and are available with a choice of the efficient six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmissions. Soul offers the fuel saving Idle Stop and Go (ISG) technology, that turns off the engine when the vehicle is not in motion and restarts automatically when the driver releases the brake pedal. Inside the five-passenger cabin, available infotainment features include UVO powered by Microsoft voice-activated system, a 4.3-inch color touch screen and rear camera, upgraded leather on the leather-wrapped steering wheel, standard Bluetooth wireless technology with steering wheel-mounted controls. When rear seat are down, the Soul can haul up to 53.4 cu. ft. of cargo.
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  • 08  February 2013: Toyota Corolla Furia concept car. Chicago Auto Show, Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), McCormick Place, Chicago Illinois..TOYOTA COROLLA FURIA CONCEPT: If you want a glimpse at what's hot and exciting in the next-generation of compact sedans, gaze at the Toyota Corolla Furia concept during the 2013 Chicago Auto Show. The Furia is fashioned around what Toyota designers call, "Iconic Dynamism," which presents a provocative and dynamic exterior form. With its longer wheelbase (181.9 inches) the Corolla Furia Concept becomes a more stable and athletic vehicle, rolling on custom 19-inch allow wheels pushed to all four corners. As the show car slowly revolves, note the sinister-looking front fascia and blacked-out grille treatment that emphases a pair of sculpted front LED headlamps. In profile, this sexy sedan is topped by a sloped roofline and swept windshield. Pronounced fender flares heighten the carbon fiber pieces accenting the wheel wells, rocker panels and rear valance. Just as aggressive looking as the front, the rear section includes an attention-getting spoiler, composite LED taillight assemblies and ornate metal exhaust outlet surrounds that indicate a performance-tuned four-cylinder under the hood. Expect much of the concept's design language to influence the future Corolla production models, which by that time, 100% of Corolla's sold in the U.S. will be built in North America.
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  • 08 August 2015:  Little E, the Compact King of Rock n Roll performed between innings during a Frontier League Baseball game between the Rockford Aviators and the Normal CornBelters at Corn Crib Stadium on the campus of Heartland Community College in Normal Illinois
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  • 08 August 2015:  Little E, the Compact King of Rock n Roll performed between innings during a Frontier League Baseball game between the Rockford Aviators and the Normal CornBelters at Corn Crib Stadium on the campus of Heartland Community College in Normal Illinois
    Little E 981150808068_Aviators_at_Co...JPG
  • 08 August 2015:  Little E, the Compact King of Rock n Roll performed between innings during a Frontier League Baseball game between the Rockford Aviators and the Normal CornBelters at Corn Crib Stadium on the campus of Heartland Community College in Normal Illinois
    Little E 981150808066_Aviators_at_Co...JPG
  • 08 August 2015:  Little E, the Compact King of Rock n Roll performed between innings during a Frontier League Baseball game between the Rockford Aviators and the Normal CornBelters at Corn Crib Stadium on the campus of Heartland Community College in Normal Illinois
    Little E 981150808065_Aviators_at_Co...JPG
  • 08 August 2015:  Little E, the Compact King of Rock n Roll performed between innings during a Frontier League Baseball game between the Rockford Aviators and the Normal CornBelters at Corn Crib Stadium on the campus of Heartland Community College in Normal Illinois
    Little E 981150808063_Aviators_at_Co...JPG
  • 08 August 2015:  Little E, the Compact King of Rock n Roll performed between innings during a Frontier League Baseball game between the Rockford Aviators and the Normal CornBelters at Corn Crib Stadium on the campus of Heartland Community College in Normal Illinois
    Little E 981150808062_Aviators_at_Co...JPG
  • 08 August 2015:  Little E, the Compact King of Rock n Roll performed between innings during a Frontier League Baseball game between the Rockford Aviators and the Normal CornBelters at Corn Crib Stadium on the campus of Heartland Community College in Normal Illinois
    Little E 981150808061_Aviators_at_Co...JPG
  • 08 August 2015:  Little E, the Compact King of Rock n Roll performed between innings during a Frontier League Baseball game between the Rockford Aviators and the Normal CornBelters at Corn Crib Stadium on the campus of Heartland Community College in Normal Illinois
    Little E 981150808071_Aviators_at_Co...JPG
  • 08 August 2015:  Little E, the Compact King of Rock n Roll performed between innings during a Frontier League Baseball game between the Rockford Aviators and the Normal CornBelters at Corn Crib Stadium on the campus of Heartland Community College in Normal Illinois
    Little E 981150808069_Aviators_at_Co...JPG
  • 08 August 2015:  Little E, the Compact King of Rock n Roll performed between innings during a Frontier League Baseball game between the Rockford Aviators and the Normal CornBelters at Corn Crib Stadium on the campus of Heartland Community College in Normal Illinois
    Little E 981150808067_Aviators_at_Co...JPG
  • 08 August 2015:  Little E, the Compact King of Rock n Roll performed between innings during a Frontier League Baseball game between the Rockford Aviators and the Normal CornBelters at Corn Crib Stadium on the campus of Heartland Community College in Normal Illinois
    Little E 981150808064_Aviators_at_Co...JPG
  • 08 August 2015:  Little E, the Compact King of Rock n Roll performed between innings during a Frontier League Baseball game between the Rockford Aviators and the Normal CornBelters at Corn Crib Stadium on the campus of Heartland Community College in Normal Illinois
    Little E 981150808060_Aviators_at_Co...JPG
  • 06 February 2005:    Chevrolet SSR (Super Sport Roadster) pickup truck. Nostalgic styling and a two-piece retractable hardtop that stowed vertically between the seats and the rear storage bed were crowd pleasers. Based on the S-10 compact pickup, the SSR featured pontoon fenders, retro grille and large round headlights inspired by the 1947-53 Chevrolet trucks.<br />
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First staged in 1901, the Chicago Auto Show is the largest auto show in North America and has been held more times than any other auto exposition on the continent.  It has been  presented by the Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA) since 1935.  It is held at McCormick Place, Chicago Illinois
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  • 12 February 2015: 2015 BMW i8 Hybrid: One of the few places you will see the exotic BMW i8 Hybrid sports car is at the 107th annual Chicago Auto Show, Feb.14-22, 2015. BMW touts the i8 as “Progress in Motion,” due to the highly emotional design, dynamic performance, and fuel efficiency and emissions figures worthy of a compact car. Groundbreaking eDrive plug-in hybrid technology combines the modified electric drive system from the BMW i3 producing 131horsepower at the front wheels, and a three-cylinder TwinPower turbo motor producing 231hp at the rear wheels. Working in tandem, they allow the two drive systems to display their respective talents, delivering drive performance of a true sports car, with an acceleration of 0-to-60 mph in 4.4 seconds, in a vehicle that is also capable of achieving up to an estimated 94 mpg. It can operate solely on electric power up to 22 miles, which means no driving tailpipe emissions to a maximum eDrive speed of 75 mph. Visually, the exterior includes sweeping lines, short front/rear overhangs, and flat silhouette lend the vehicle a striking appearance. Note the large, transparent greenhouse over the 2+2 cabin, and how the doors swing upwards like wings. Thanks to the dual drive systems, all four wheels of the BMW i8 Concept can be driven at the same time, similar to an all-wheel-drive vehicle. This solution combines the advantages of front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive to ensure the optimal dynamic drive configuration as required.<br />
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First staged in 1901, the Chicago Auto Show is the largest auto show in North America and has been held more times than any other auto exposition on the continent. The 2015 show marks the 107th edition of the Chicago Auto Show. It has been  presented by the Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA) since 1935.  It is held at McCormick Place, Chicago Illinois
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  • 12 February 2015: 2015 INFINITI Q50: Now in its second year, the Infiniti Q50 sports sedan will be on display at the 2015 Chicago Auto Show, Feb.14-22. Offered in ten models, the Q50 can be order with rear-wheel or Intelligent all-wheel drive configurations. There are two advanced powertrains to select from, starting with the refined 3.7-liter aluminum-alloy DOHC 24-valve V-6, rated at 328 horsepower. An available hybrid features Infiniti's Direct Response Hybrid system that combines a 3.5L DOHC aluminum-alloy V-6 and compact laminated lithium-ion battery design and one-motor/two-clutch motor control. The system's V-6 is rated at 296 horsepower, while the advanced 50 kW electric motor is rated at 67 horsepower. The hybrid system net power is 354 horsepower, providing strong acceleration and lean fuel economy. Both Q50 powertrains are matched with an advanced seven-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission with manual shift mode and available steering column-mounted magnesium paddle shifters. Offering a sense of "my car knows me," the i-Key system can recognize each driver and automatically engage pre-set preferences for driving position, heating and cooling, audio, navigation and telematics. Other features include dual-zone automatic temperature control, Bluetooth hands-free phone system, rear view monitor and available Plasmacluster air purifier and around view monitor with moving object detection. Driver-oriented five-passenger cabin is available with leather-appointed seating surfaces, "Kacchu" aluminum trim and available "Fukiurushi" maple wood trim. Three interior colors are offered: Wheat, Graphite and Stone. Effective luggage space is 18.0 cubic feet with the 3.7L V-6 and 14.1 cu. ft. with the hybrid powertrain.<br />
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First staged in 1901, the Chicago Auto Show is the largest auto show in North America and has been held more times than any other auto exposition on the continent. The 2015 show marks the 107th edition of the Chicago Auto Show. It has be
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  • 12 February 2015:  2015 SCION FR-S: A favorite among car enthusiasts, the Scion exciting FR-S sports coupe adds enhanced handling and stability for the 2015 model year. Scion explains that the letters 'FR-S' stand for Front-engine, Rear-wheel drive, and Sport. It's Scion's definition of an authentic rear-wheel drive sports car. Pop the hood, and examine the 2.0-liter, naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine that is the result of a joint development between Toyota and Subaru. The flat-four creates a 12.5:1 compression ratio, as well as an impressive 200 horsepower and mated to either a six-speed manual gearbox or a six-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters and Dynamic Rev Management technology. The FR-S's low weight (2,758 with manual to 2,806 pounds with automatic) is complimented by a dynamically tuned suspension setup. The fierce exterior of the FR-S is remarkably sleek and low, with a menacing face, aggressive sporty dual exhaust system and LEDs illuminate the edgy taillights. New this model year is a more streamlined shark-fin antenna, auto on/off headlights and new key design. Opening the door reveals a low and comfortable 2+2 passenger cockpit, displaying a large center-mounted tachometer, the focus of the three-gauge cluster. The FR-S is available in seven colors including Raven, Asphalt, Hot Lava, Ultramarine and Firestorm. For 2015, Halo replaces Whiteout for the exterior pearl white paint for an additional $395 fee, and Steel replaces Argento as a silver color. The compact FR-S is Scion's new halo car, expanding the brand into a new dimension of driving performance.<br />
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First staged in 1901, the Chicago Auto Show is the largest auto show in North America and has been held more times than any other auto exposition on the continent. The 2015 show marks the 107th edition of the Chicago Auto Show. It has been  presented by the Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA) since 1935.  It is held at McCormick Place, Chicago Illinois
    scion fr-s 981150212112_Chicago_Auto...JPG
  • 12 February 2015:  2015 SCION FR-S: A favorite among car enthusiasts, the Scion exciting FR-S sports coupe adds enhanced handling and stability for the 2015 model year. Scion explains that the letters 'FR-S' stand for Front-engine, Rear-wheel drive, and Sport. It's Scion's definition of an authentic rear-wheel drive sports car. Pop the hood, and examine the 2.0-liter, naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine that is the result of a joint development between Toyota and Subaru. The flat-four creates a 12.5:1 compression ratio, as well as an impressive 200 horsepower and mated to either a six-speed manual gearbox or a six-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters and Dynamic Rev Management technology. The FR-S's low weight (2,758 with manual to 2,806 pounds with automatic) is complimented by a dynamically tuned suspension setup. The fierce exterior of the FR-S is remarkably sleek and low, with a menacing face, aggressive sporty dual exhaust system and LEDs illuminate the edgy taillights. New this model year is a more streamlined shark-fin antenna, auto on/off headlights and new key design. Opening the door reveals a low and comfortable 2+2 passenger cockpit, displaying a large center-mounted tachometer, the focus of the three-gauge cluster. The FR-S is available in seven colors including Raven, Asphalt, Hot Lava, Ultramarine and Firestorm. For 2015, Halo replaces Whiteout for the exterior pearl white paint for an additional $395 fee, and Steel replaces Argento as a silver color. The compact FR-S is Scion's new halo car, expanding the brand into a new dimension of driving performance.<br />
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First staged in 1901, the Chicago Auto Show is the largest auto show in North America and has been held more times than any other auto exposition on the continent. The 2015 show marks the 107th edition of the Chicago Auto Show. It has been  presented by the Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA) since 1935.  It is held at McCormick Place, Chicago Illinois
    scion fr-s 981150212111_Chicago_Auto...JPG
  • 08  February 2013: Toyota Corolla Furia concept car. Chicago Auto Show, Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), McCormick Place, Chicago Illinois<br />
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TOYOTA COROLLA FURIA CONCEPT: If you want a glimpse at what's hot and exciting in the next-generation of compact sedans, gaze at the Toyota Corolla Furia concept during the 2013 Chicago Auto Show. The Furia is fashioned around what Toyota designers call, "Iconic Dynamism," which presents a provocative and dynamic exterior form. With its longer wheelbase (181.9 inches) the Corolla Furia Concept becomes a more stable and athletic vehicle, rolling on custom 19-inch allow wheels pushed to all four corners. As the show car slowly revolves, note the sinister-looking front fascia and blacked-out grille treatment that emphases a pair of sculpted front LED headlamps. In profile, this sexy sedan is topped by a sloped roofline and swept windshield. Pronounced fender flares heighten the carbon fiber pieces accenting the wheel wells, rocker panels and rear valance. Just as aggressive looking as the front, the rear section includes an attention-getting spoiler, composite LED taillight assemblies and ornate metal exhaust outlet surrounds that indicate a performance-tuned four-cylinder under the hood. Expect much of the concept's design language to influence the future Corolla production models, which by that time, 100% of Corolla's sold in the U.S. will be built in North America.
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  • 08  February 2013: 2013 Kia Soul automobile. Chicago Auto Show, Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), McCormick Place, Chicago Illinois<br />
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2013 Kia Soul: Kia's Soul compact crossover is one of the brand's best-selling vehicles. For 2013, Soul continues with funky "outside of the box" styling, offered in Soul, Soul+ and Soul ! trim levels. Subtle changes include revised Kia badges, dark chrome accents, and exterior paint colors, including Clear White, Dune, Alien green, red-hot Molten, Shadow and Moss. Overall shape of the five-door hatchback has a smoother and more streamlined silhouette, and projects a wider stance. New projector headlights, LED taillights and restyled wheels add a more modern look. All 2013 Soul models amplify the fun-to-drive factor by delivering a class-leading 164 horsepower from the 2.0-liter engine, and 138 hp with the 1.6L. Both are four-cylinders and are available with a choice of the efficient six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmissions. Soul offers the fuel saving Idle Stop and Go (ISG) technology, that turns off the engine when the vehicle is not in motion and restarts automatically when the driver releases the brake pedal. Inside the five-passenger cabin, available infotainment features include UVO powered by Microsoft voice-activated system, a 4.3-inch color touch screen and rear camera, upgraded leather on the leather-wrapped steering wheel, standard Bluetooth wireless technology with steering wheel-mounted controls. When rear seat are down, the Soul can haul up to 53.4 cu. ft. of cargo.
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  • 08  February 2013: Exotic Car display - Aston Martin Vanquish. Chicago Auto Show, Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), McCormick Place, Chicago Illinois<br />
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013 ASTON MARTIN VANTAGE S: Featuring race-winning aerodynamics honed in GT racing, unique interior detailing and stylish new wheels, the V8 Vantage S is aimed at the keenest of drivers. Ideally proportioned, compact and close to the ground, the long low hood line and sweeping side profile of the V8 Vantage S presents balance between beauty and sporting intent. At its heart sits a front mid-mounted 4.7-liter engine that produces 430 horsepower and 361 lb. ft. of torque to the rear wheels. The engine is mated to an all-new seven-speed ‘Sportshift II’ paddle-operated automated manual transmission and short final-drive ratio delivering exceptional in-gear acceleration. Maximum top speed is 190 mph, and the EPA rates the Vantage S gas mileage at 14 mpg city/21 mpg highway. With high-performance numbers, sporting suspension setting, a superbly responsive steering rack and wide tires, the two-seat Vantage S is the benchmark sports car.
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  • 08  February 2013: 2014 Chevrolet Spark EV automobile. Chicago Auto Show, Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), McCormick Place, Chicago Illinois<br />
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2013 CHEVROLET SPARK: Chevrolet's first mini car for North America, the 2013 Spark, is a fashionable five-door hatchback with the look of a sporty three-door. Spark is geared towards first-time buyers and urban residents. With bold styling, affordability, safety features, fuel efficiency and maneuverability, the Spark comes powered by a fuel-sipping 1.2-liter four-cylinder that delivers 84 horses. The dual-overhead cam engine is mated to a standard five-speed manual gearbox or optional four-speed automatic transmission. Though compact, Spark offers a comfortable four-passenger cabin, or when rear seating is down, an impressive 31.2 cu. ft. of cargo room. Spark offers OnStar safety and security system, as well as exclusive MyLink infotainment system, which features the personalized connectivity of Pandora and Stitcher internet radio. Styling enhancements for 2013 include a fresh grille and front fascia, a longer rear fascia, and modified head and taillights. Spark's wheels-at-the-corners stance is further emphasized by standard 15-inch alloy wheels and all-season tires. Take note of how the designers cleverly disguised the rear doors by integrating the handles into the C-pillar area. Attention-grabbing exterior finishes include Salsa Red, Jalapeno, Denim, Lemonade and Techno Pink, as well traditional black, silver and white hues.
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  • 08  February 2013: Toyota Corolla Furia concept car. Chicago Auto Show, Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), McCormick Place, Chicago Illinois<br />
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TOYOTA COROLLA FURIA CONCEPT: If you want a glimpse at what's hot and exciting in the next-generation of compact sedans, gaze at the Toyota Corolla Furia concept during the 2013 Chicago Auto Show. The Furia is fashioned around what Toyota designers call, "Iconic Dynamism," which presents a provocative and dynamic exterior form. With its longer wheelbase (181.9 inches) the Corolla Furia Concept becomes a more stable and athletic vehicle, rolling on custom 19-inch allow wheels pushed to all four corners. As the show car slowly revolves, note the sinister-looking front fascia and blacked-out grille treatment that emphases a pair of sculpted front LED headlamps. In profile, this sexy sedan is topped by a sloped roofline and swept windshield. Pronounced fender flares heighten the carbon fiber pieces accenting the wheel wells, rocker panels and rear valance. Just as aggressive looking as the front, the rear section includes an attention-getting spoiler, composite LED taillight assemblies and ornate metal exhaust outlet surrounds that indicate a performance-tuned four-cylinder under the hood. Expect much of the concept's design language to influence the future Corolla production models, which by that time, 100% of Corolla's sold in the U.S. will be built in North America.
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  • 08  February 2013: 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport ES 2wd 4 door Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) automobile. Chicago Auto Show, Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), McCormick Place, Chicago Illinois<br />
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2013 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT: Heading into its third year of production, Mitsubishi's Outlander Sport compact crossover is currently the best-selling car in Mitsubishi Motors' North American model lineup. For 2013, the Outlander Sport receives a new grille, front fascia, fog lights, new side sills, redesigned bumpers and standard 18-inch alloy wheels on all trim levels. Powered by a 148 horsepower 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine equipped with Mitsubishi's advanced MIVEC variable valve-timing technology, the 2013 Outlander Sport garners an impressive EPA fuel mileage rating of 31 mpg highway. While a crisp-shifting five-speed manual transmission is included on the ES two-wheel model, a high-tech Continuously-Variable Transmission (CVT) with steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters is also available as is four-wheel drive. The Sport SE comes standard with the CVT and can be ordered with either two-wheel or driver-selected, electronically-controlled four-wheel drive systems. Fresh exterior paint colors -White Pearl and Quick Silver - join Laguna Blue, Labrador Black, Mercury Gray and Rally Red. With composed handling, a comfortable ride and roomy seating for five-adults, the sport cabin includes new fabrics, chrome accents, noise reduction and improved high-performance speakers. When rear seating is folded flat, the Outlander Sport offers up to 49.5 cubic feet of cargo carrying capacity. Among the premium options is a panoramic glass roof, 40GB HDD navigation with music server and real-time traffic, and rearview camera system. Produced in the Normal, IL facility, the Outlander Sport is not only supplied to Mitsubishi dealers in the US, but also shipped to foreign markets.
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  • 08  February 2013: 2013 Honda Accord. Chicago Auto Show, Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), McCormick Place, Chicago Illinois<br />
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2013 HONDA ACCORD: On display at the 105th Chicago Auto Show is the all-new 2013 Accord Sedan and Accord Coupe, which is the ninth generation of Honda's best-selling midsize car. Fully redesigned for '13, the Accord is slightly more compact than the prior-generation, yet provides improvements in rear legroom and trunk volume. The latest Accord lineup includes LX, Sport, EX/EX-L V-6 and Touring, all offering a more luxurious five-passenger automobile, with better performance and features than any other model in the Accord's 37-year history. Standard items include Bluetooth HandsFreeLink, USB/iPod integration, rearview camera, an audio/information screen, Eco Assist driving system, Pandora Internet radio integration and an SMS text messaging function. The 2013 Accord lineup is powered by Honda's new Earth Dream powertrains, which includes the next-generation 2.4 liter direct-injected VTEC four-cylinder engine, with 185 and 189 horsepower ratings. The 2013 models also offer a more efficient and powerful ( 245hp) Earth Dreams VTEC V-6. Three transmissions are available, including the first-ever application of a continuously variable transmission (CVT) on 2.4L four-cylinder models; a six-speed automatic on V-6 models, and six-speed manual transmissions on 2.4L four-cylinder models and the 3.5L V-6 Coupe. New to the lineup is the 2014 Accord Plug-in Hybrid Sedan and a second model with conventional hybrid based on the same powertrain architecture. The trunk on the Coupe can carry 13.7 cubic feet of luggage, and the Sedan increases the volume to 15.8 cubic feet.
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  • 08  February 2013: Toyota Corolla Furia concept car. Chicago Auto Show, Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), McCormick Place, Chicago Illinois..TOYOTA COROLLA FURIA CONCEPT: If you want a glimpse at what's hot and exciting in the next-generation of compact sedans, gaze at the Toyota Corolla Furia concept during the 2013 Chicago Auto Show. The Furia is fashioned around what Toyota designers call, "Iconic Dynamism," which presents a provocative and dynamic exterior form. With its longer wheelbase (181.9 inches) the Corolla Furia Concept becomes a more stable and athletic vehicle, rolling on custom 19-inch allow wheels pushed to all four corners. As the show car slowly revolves, note the sinister-looking front fascia and blacked-out grille treatment that emphases a pair of sculpted front LED headlamps. In profile, this sexy sedan is topped by a sloped roofline and swept windshield. Pronounced fender flares heighten the carbon fiber pieces accenting the wheel wells, rocker panels and rear valance. Just as aggressive looking as the front, the rear section includes an attention-getting spoiler, composite LED taillight assemblies and ornate metal exhaust outlet surrounds that indicate a performance-tuned four-cylinder under the hood. Expect much of the concept's design language to influence the future Corolla production models, which by that time, 100% of Corolla's sold in the U.S. will be built in North America.
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  • 08 February 2012: 2012 MCLAREN MP4-12C: Known for impressive racing cars, McLaren has released their second-ever roadgoing automobile, the magnificent McLaren MP4-12C. Appearing at the 2012 Chicago Auto Show, the mid-engine, two passenger sports car creates 592 horsepower and 443 lb. ft. of torque from the 3.8-liter twin-turbo V8 engine. All that power is directed to the 20-inch rear wheels via a seven-speed automatic transmission. Weight-saving is an obsession at McLaren, starting with the compact downsized engine, which is combined with the new one-piece MonoCell cabon fiber composite chassis. The close position of the driver and passenger allows for a narrower, lighter body while giving improved visibility with a clearer perception of the car’s extremities. Inside the cockpit, the airbags, steering column and a significant number of interior components all mount to a single one-piece pressure die cast magnesium beam that is 75 percent lighter than steel. With its low rate of weight to high horsepower/torque, the McLaren MP4-12C is capable of 0-60 mph in 3.2 seconds, and can reach 205 mph top speed, all for an MSRP of $229,000. Chicago Auto Show, Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), McCormick Place, Chicago Illinois
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  • 08 February 2012:  CHEVROLET TRU 140S CONCEPT: An exciting new “dream car” on display at the 2012 Chicago Auto Show is the Chevrolet Tru 140S, a front-wheel-drive, “affordable exotic” sporty coupe. The three-door hatchback concept is finished in an all-new matte white with 21-inch Chevy performance chrome wheels featuring crossflag emblems. Designed to look confident, exotic, expensive and fast, the Chevy Tru 140S is based off the same platform as the Chevrolet Cruze and the groundbreaking Chevrolet Volt electric vehicle. Interior connectivity and convenience featuring innovative storage, WiFi, smart phone integration with Chevrolet MyLink and heads-up display are part of the 2+2-passenger cockpit. Under the hood is an Ecotec turbocharged DOHC four-cylinder with start-stop technology. This compact engine develops 150 horsepower and 148 lb. ft. of torque, and designed to be mated to a six-speed automatic transmission or six-speed manual gearbox. This powertrain is expected to deliver 40 MPG highway and a production price range in the low $20,000s Chicago Auto Show, Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), McCormick Place, Chicago Illinois
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  • 08 February 2012: 2012 MERCEDES-BENZ SLS AMG: Joining the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupe with gullwing doors, is the all-new open-top 2012 SLS AMG Roadster. Both SLS AMG models are powered by a front/mid 6.2-liter V8 that socks-out a whopping 563 horsepower and 479 lb. ft. of torque to the rear wheels. When revved, the distinctive AMG eight-cylinder sound brings a smile even to harden auto enthusiasts. Engines come with a fuel-efficient rear transaxle AMG seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Reports claim that the SLS AMG bursts from zero to sixty mph in 3.6 seconds. Prominent features of the two-seat, aviation-inspired cockpit include the wing-shape dashboard, finest leather, matte-finished solid metal or optional, genuine carbon-fiber trim and E-Select lever in the shape of an aircraft’s thrust control. Three soft top colors – black, red and beige – are available to suit the nine exterior and eight interior colors. The compact fabric soft top of the Roadster opens and closes in just eleven seconds, and can be operated on the move at speeds up to 31 mph. Window sticker is in the $200,000 price range. Chicago Auto Show, Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), McCormick Place, Chicago Illinois
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  • 08 February 2012: 2012 MERCEDES-BENZ SLS AMG: Joining the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupe with gullwing doors, is the all-new open-top 2012 SLS AMG Roadster. Both SLS AMG models are powered by a front/mid 6.2-liter V8 that socks-out a whopping 563 horsepower and 479 lb. ft. of torque to the rear wheels. When revved, the distinctive AMG eight-cylinder sound brings a smile even to harden auto enthusiasts. Engines come with a fuel-efficient rear transaxle AMG seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Reports claim that the SLS AMG bursts from zero to sixty mph in 3.6 seconds. Prominent features of the two-seat, aviation-inspired cockpit include the wing-shape dashboard, finest leather, matte-finished solid metal or optional, genuine carbon-fiber trim and E-Select lever in the shape of an aircraft’s thrust control. Three soft top colors – black, red and beige – are available to suit the nine exterior and eight interior colors. The compact fabric soft top of the Roadster opens and closes in just eleven seconds, and can be operated on the move at speeds up to 31 mph. Window sticker is in the $200,000 price range. Chicago Auto Show, Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), McCormick Place, Chicago Illinois
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  • 08 August 2015:  Little E, the Compact King of Rock n Roll performed between innings during a Frontier League Baseball game between the Rockford Aviators and the Normal CornBelters at Corn Crib Stadium on the campus of Heartland Community College in Normal Illinois
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  • 08 February 2012:  2012 MERCEDES-BENZ CLS-CLASS: The eye-catching Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class established an entirely new market segment in 2002 – the four-door Coupé. For 2012, a second-generation debuts, continuing the hallmarks of the CLS-Class: bold proportions, a long hood, compact greenhouse with frameless side windows, and dramatic roof sweeping back at an angle towards the rear. Three models are offered, including the CLS550, CLS550 4Matic and the CLS63 AMG. Buyers have their choice of rear-wheel and four-wheel drive configurations, as well as two exciting models, both powered by new biturbo, direct-injection V8s. The 4.6-liter CLS550 engine produces 402 horsepower and 443 lb. ft. of torque, and the high-performance CLS63 AMG model is powered by a 5.5L version that’s rated at 518 hp and 516 lb. ft. of torque. While all CLS models are fitted with seven-speed automatic transmissions, the CLS63 AMG version includes MCT (multi-clutch technology) sports Speedshift. The CLS lavish four-passenger interior is also distinguished by a timeless design which combines elegance with innovative details and handcrafted perfection.  Chicago Auto Show, Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), McCormick Place, Chicago Illinois
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