rorty:::tort: DAILY: Ghosn warns of disruptive shifts in auto industry | Lincoln MKZ concept seen as next step in the brand's 'reinvention' | Toyota NS4 concept previews next-generation hybrid technology

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January 10, 2012

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2012 AUTOMOTIVE NEWS WORLD CONGRESS
Ghosn warns of disruptive shifts in auto industry

DETROIT -- Carlos Ghosn, CEO of the Renault-Nissan Alliance, warned today that global paradigm shifts in energy and demographics threaten to disrupt the auto industry.
Exploding populations in developing countries are spurring unprecedented demand ... >> story Published: Jan 10 2:25 pm U.S. Eastern time

Learn the results of Deloitte's fourth annual survey of Gen Y automotive consumers and hear from university students about what this generation wants in the vehicles they buy. Join us on January 18 for this live event, featuring Ford's Mark Fields, Executive Vice President and President, The Americas.

Visit www.deloitte.com/us/geny

2012 DETROIT AUTO SHOW
Lincoln MKZ concept: Next step in the brand's 'reinvention'

DETROIT -- Lincoln introduced a new MKZ concept car today that serves as a vision for the next generation of vehicles at Ford Motor Co.'s luxury brand.
Ford knows a lot is riding on the concept sedan's sleek shoulders at the Detroit auto show.
>> story Published: Jan 10 12:01 am U.S. Eastern time / Last changed: 1/10/12 9:55 am ET

2012 DETROIT AUTO SHOW
Toyota NS4 concept previews next-generation hybrid technology
Sedan could wear Lexus badge when it reaches production in ‘15

DETROIT -- Is it the next Prius? Well, sort of.
Toyota Motor Corp. claims its NS4 concept unveiled here represents a dedicated plug-in hybrid "separate from the Prius family," but as a mid-sized vehicle, its footprint is basically the same as the ... >> story Published: Jan 10 9:00 am U.S. Eastern time / Last changed: 1/10/12 10:03 a.m. ET

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Prius C will offer 53 mpg for under $19,000

Honda Accord Concept gets bolder looks, better drivetrains

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Chrysler expansion slowed by supplier constraints, Marchionne says

Fiat eyeing third partner before Chrysler IPO

Chrysler may scrap Dodge Avenger, focus on 200 sedan

Chrysler explores future minivan with 700C concept

GM eyes move upmarket for next GMC Sierra pickup

Ford CFO Booth to retire this year, 2 sources say

Scion counts on sporty FR-S to boost sales

Ford says it reduced Lincoln metro dealers to 325 from over 500

Nissan’s Mexico expansion will mean more Altimas

Renault-Nissan racks up record 8 million sales in 2011

Hyundai offers lifetime guarantee for battery pack on Sonata Hybrid

Hyundai to expand technical operations in Mich.

Shelby American marks 50th year with special-edition cars

AutoNation's Jackson predicts 14 million in U.S. sales in 2012

Denso plans expansions in Mexico, Calif., and Mich.

Electric cars will benefit from 'plummeting' battery prices, U.S. energy chief says

Bradford Wernle covers Ford Motor Co. for Automotive News.
Ford fires a salvo at Camry and Accord

In introducing the 2013 Ford Fusion mid-sized sedan at the Detroit auto show, Ford fired a blistering shot right across the bow of its competitors: the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord. ...

Read the blog Published: Jan 10 10:39 am U.S. Eastern time

Jamie LaReau covers Ford Motor Co. for Automotive News
Buick's mini crossover enters a white space that could be red hot

At auto shows I often eye vehicles and ask myself if they might one day be my next ride. ...

Read the blog Published: Jan 10 12:59 pm U.S. Eastern time

Mike Colias covers General Motors for Automotive News.
Behind Chevy's search for some Apple magic

GM has a big obstacle to overcome to reach its goal of elevating the Chevrolet brand to Apple status: Young people simply are more interested in iPhones and iPads than Camaros and Cruzes. ...

Read the blog Published: Jan 9 4:21 pm U.S. Eastern time

Larry P. Vellequette covers Chrysler Group for Automotive News
Maserati SUV is for real -- this time

For the second time in nine years, Maserati execs showcased a luxury SUV at the Detroit auto show -- but this time, they plan to build it. ...

Read the blog Published: Jan 10 11:19 am U.S. Eastern time

David Sedgwick is a Senior Writer for Automotive News
To limit distraction, Denso studies brain waves, heart rate and blood pressure

Until now, designing infotainment controls has been a hit-or-miss affair for automakers and suppliers. ...

Read the blog Published: Jan 10 12:01 am U.S. Eastern time

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