Touring the Buick Display at CIAS
By Michael Schlee
Buick, much like Saab, was given room for roughly 5 vehicles. Wedged between Pontiac and GMC Truck, Buick had all of their vehicle models on display.
Photo: Michael Schlee
The biggest news this year for Buick is the new 2010 Allure.
Touring the Hummer Display at CIAS
By Michael Schlee
Hummer has been having a rough go of things recently.
Photo: Michael Schlee
First came backlash from environmentalists combined with an overall decline in SUV popularity. Then came the sky high gas prices this past summer.
Touring the Cadillac Display at CIAS
By Michael Schlee
Cadillac, like most luxury brands, had a fancier display set up then most.
Photo: Michael Schlee
All of their new vehicles made the trip to the show. From their eco-friendlier Escalade Hybrid, to the not so eco-friendly, yet awesome, CTS-V.
Touring the Saab Display at CIAS
By Michael Schlee
Saab was located near the back of CIAS this year, just like where its place in GM’s portfolio appears to be these days. It’s a shame really as Saab makes some very sleek looking cars.
Photo: Michael Schlee
They were only given enough space to bring 5 vehicles, which were all the 9-3 model.
Touring the MINI Display at CIAS
By Michael Schlee
Mini has taken the mini theme to the fullest extend at CIAS this year.
Photo: Michael Schlee
Their display size is mini, features a wide assortment of mini gear, and incorporates a mini lounge that is downright…well….mini.
Touring the SMART Display at CIAS
By Michael Schlee
Like the size of their cars, SMART’s display area at CIAS took up little real estate.
Photo: Michael Schlee
Maybe it was a metaphor; maybe it was budgeting. Either way, there were some new editions of the Smart car on display.
Touring the BMW Display at CIAS
By Michael Schlee
BMW has a rather impressive display this year at CIAS. Up front is the new 7 series.
Photo: Michael Schlee
Although it looks familiar to the old 7 series, the cleaned up lines are a marked improvement over the previous, ‘interesting’ design.
Touring the Saturn Display at CIAS
By Michael Schlee
Like many of the North American manufacturers, Saturn featured a toned down display this year.
Photo: Michael Schlee
They brought many examples of their two hybrid models this year, so there should be no line up to check out that new Vue Hybrid.
Touring the Pontiac Display at CIAS
By Michael Schlee
Pontiac continued GM’s theme this year at CIAS of low key sensible displays. All of their models are on hand parked in a long line for easy browsing.
Photo: Michael Schlee
The biggest news this year for Pontiac is the 2010 Solstice coupe which is on display.
Touring the Toyota Display at CIAS
By Michael Schlee
Toyota came to CIAS packing a lot of vehicles. Those planning next year’s Winter Games in Vancouver could appreciate the logistics involved.
Photo: Michael Schlee
There are several vehicles on display showcasing Toyotas pair of new 4 cylinder engines (2.5L and 2.7L).
