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Mind-blowing cars at the Detroit Auto Show

Last updated on: January 11, 2012 13:50 IST

Image: The Lexus LF-LC sports car concept is driven onto the stage.
Photographs: Rebecca Cook/Reuters.

The North American International Auto Show is one of the largest car shows held every year in Detroit, United States.

With auto majors recovering from the slowdown, the show promises to be stunner with an amazing range of new launches.

Check out some of the world's most impressive cars at the Detroit Auto Show...

Mind-blowing cars at the Detroit Auto Show

Image: Lexus LF-LC concept car.

The Lexus LF-LC concept car is introduced on the first press preview day for the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan.

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Mind-blowing cars at the Detroit Auto Show

Image: Porsche 2012 911.
Photographs: Rebecca Cook/Reuters.

The convertible version of the Porsche 2012 911 Carrera Coupe is displayed during first press preview day for the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan.

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Mind-blowing cars at the Detroit Auto Show

Image: Smart for-us concept car.
Photographs: Rebecca Cook/Reuters.

The "smart for-us" concept car is displayed during the first press preview day for the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan.

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Mind-blowing cars at the Detroit Auto Show

Image: Kia Optima Hybrid.
Photographs: Mike Cassese/Reuters.

A West Coast Customs Kia Optima Hybrid is displayed during the first press preview day for the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan.

The vehicle is inspired by NBA basketball player Blake Griffin of the Los Angeles Lakers.

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Mind-blowing cars at the Detroit Auto Show

Image: Scion FR-S.
Photographs: Mike Cassese/Reuters.

The Scion FR-S at is unveiled during the first press preview day for the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan.  

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Mind-blowing cars at the Detroit Auto Show

Image: Hyundai Turbo Veloster.
Photographs: Rebecca Cook/Reuters.

The Hyundai Turbo Veloster is displayed during the first press preview day for the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan.

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Mind-blowing cars at the Detroit Auto Show

Image: Audi Q3 Vail.
Photographs: Mike Cassese/Reuters.

Members of the media get a close-up view of the Audi Q3 Vail during the first press preview day for the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan.

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Mind-blowing cars at the Detroit Auto Show

Image: Volkswagen E-Bugster concept car.
Photographs: Mike Cassese/Reuters.

The Volkswagen E-Bugster concept car is introduced on the first press preview day for the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan.

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Mind-blowing cars at the Detroit Auto Show

Image: Volkswagen E-Bugster concept car.
Photographs: Mike Cassese/Reuters.

The Volkswagen E-Bugster concept car is introduced on the first press preview day for the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan. 

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Mind-blowing cars at the Detroit Auto Show

Image: BMW i8 concept car.
Photographs: Rebecca Cook/Reuters.

The BMW i8 concept car is displayed during the first press preview day for the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan.

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Mind-blowing cars at the Detroit Auto Show

Image: Scion FR-S.
Photographs: Mike Cassese/Reuters.

The Scion FR-S at is unveiled during the first press preview day for the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan.

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Mind-blowing cars at the Detroit Auto Show

Image: Mercedes-Benz E-400 hybrid.
Photographs: Rebecca Cook/Reuters.

Mercedes-Benz E-400 hybrid is shown on the first press preview day at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan.

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Mind-blowing cars at the Detroit Auto Show

Image: 2013 Mercedes Benz SL.
Photographs: Rebecca Cook/Reuters.

A worker removes fingerprints from the 2013 Mercedes Benz SL on the first press preview day at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan.

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Mind-blowing cars at the Detroit Auto Show

Image: 2013 Mercedes Benz SL.
Photographs: Rebecca Cook/Reuters.

Interior view of the 2013 Mercedes Benz SL being displayed during the first press preview day for the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan.

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Mind-blowing cars at the Detroit Auto Show

Image: TRU-140S,
Photographs: Mike Cassese/Reuters.

The Chevrolet concept car, named the TRU-140S, is displayed on the first press preview day for the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan.

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Mind-blowing cars at the Detroit Auto Show

Image: Chevrolet Camaro Hot Wheels Concept car.
Photographs: Mike Cassese/Reuters.

The Chevrolet Camaro Hot Wheels Concept car is displayed during the first press preview day for the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan.

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Mind-blowing cars at the Detroit Auto Show

Image: Fiat 500.
Photographs: Rebecca Cook/Reuters.

Fiat spokesperson Samantha Skowronek poses next to a Fiat 500 during the first press preview day for the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan.

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Mind-blowing cars at the Detroit Auto Show

Image: Mercedes-Benz 300 SL.
Photographs: Mike Cassese/Reuters.

A 1952 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL automobile, the oldest car of this model in existence, is displayed at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan.

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Mind-blowing cars at the Detroit Auto Show

Image: Mercedes-Benz 2013 SL-Class.
Photographs: Mike Cassese/Reuters.

The interior of a Mercedes-Benz 2013 SL-Class automobile is shown during the launch at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan.

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Mind-blowing cars at the Detroit Auto Show

Image: XC60 Plug-In Hybrid Concept.
Photographs: Rebecca Cook/Reuters.

Stefan Jacoby, President and CEO of Volvo Cars, shows the XC60 Plug-In Hybrid Concept during the first press preview day for the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan.

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Mind-blowing cars at the Detroit Auto Show

Image: New Mini Roadster.
Photographs: Mike Cassese/Reuters.

Rear view of the new Mini Roadster with the retractable roof mechanism shown during the first press preview day for the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan.

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Mind-blowing cars at the Detroit Auto Show

Image: Chevrolet Tru 140-S concept car.
Photographs: Mike Cassese/Reuters.

Rear view of the Chevrolet Tru 140-S concept car as it is displayed during the first press preview day for the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan.

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Mind-blowing cars at the Detroit Auto Show

Image: 2013 Dodge Dart.
Photographs: Rebecca Cook/Reuters.

The 2013 Dodge Dart is shown on the first press preview day of the North American Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan.

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Mind-blowing cars at the Detroit Auto Show

Image: 2013 Ford Fusion,
Photographs: Mike Cassese/Reuters.

The 2013 Ford Fusion is unveiled on the first press preview day for the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan.

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Mind-blowing cars at the Detroit Auto Show

Image: New Mini Roadsters.
Photographs: Mike Cassese/Reuters.

BMW Board Member Ian Roberston stands near a pair of new Mini Roadsters after they were driven on stage during the first press preview day for the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan.

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Mind-blowing cars at the Detroit Auto Show

Image: Interior of a Bentley Mulsanne.

The interior of a Bentley Mulsanne is shown during the first press preview day for the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan.

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Mind-blowing cars at the Detroit Auto Show

Image: Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid.
Photographs: Mike Cassese/Reuters.

The 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid is displayed during the first press preview day for the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan.

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Mind-blowing cars at the Detroit Auto Show

Image: 2013 SL-Class.
Photographs: Mike Cassese/Reuters.

Dieter Zetsche, Chairman of the Board of Management of Daimler AG and Head of Mercedes-Benz Cars, drives the 2013 SL-Class automobile on stage during the world premiere at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan.

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