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The Smart Electric drive car is seen during the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan January 12, 2009.


Toyota introduces its 2010 Prius vehicle during press days at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, January 12, 2009


The Jaguar XFR is seen during the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan January 12, 2009


The Lincoln division of Ford Motor Co. introduces its new MKT luxury crossover during press days of the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan January 12, 2009


Toyota introduces its 2010 Prius vehicle during press days at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, January 12, 2009.


A model stands beside the Lamborghini Gallardo LP 560-4 Spyder during the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan January 12, 2009


The Maserati Sports GT S is seen during the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan January 12, 2009.


The Maserati Sports GT S is seen during the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan January 12, 2009


The BMW Z4 Roadster is introduced during the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, January 11, 2009


The BMW 7 Series Active Hybrid Concept vehicle is introduced during the North American International Auto Show in Detroit January 11, 2009


The Audi R8 5.2 FSI is introduced during the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan January 11, 2009


Volvo Car Corp. President and CEO Stephen Odell (L) and Senior Vice President of Design Steve Mattin pose next to the S60 concept vehicle during press days at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, January 11, 2009


The Hyundai Genesis is displayed after it won 2009 North American Car of the Year during the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan January 11, 2009.


China's BYD F6DM, powered by electric motors and gasoline engine, is displayed at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), in Detroit, the United States, January 11, 2009


China's BYD F3DM, powered by electric motors and gasoline engine, is displayed at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), in Detroit, the United States, January 11, 2009.


China's BYD E6, a pure electric vehicle, is displayed at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), in Detroit, the United States, January 11, 2009.


China's BYD F6DM, powered by electric motors and gasoline engine, is displayed at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), in Detroit, the United States, January 11, 2009
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