CAS Press Releases and Digital Media Releases

03/21/2012 - 2012 MAMA Breakfast

"I'm smiling for two main reasons," said John Maloney, president of Volvo Cars of North America. "Not only am I here to share some of the many reasons why Volvo is the fastest-growing luxury brand in America, but I personally feel at home here at the Chicago Auto Show because Chicago is home.

03/21/2012 - VW Fuel-Efficient Beetle TDI

At the 2012 Chicago Auto Show, VW unveiled the third model in the Beetle lineup: the fuel-efficient TDI Clean Diesel model, which has manufacturer fuel economy estimates of 39 mpg on the highway and 29 mpg in the city.

03/21/2012 - 2013 Acadia and Acadia Denali

"With an award-winning combination of space, capability and fuel-efficiency, the Acadia epitomizes GMC's 'never say never' attitude," said Tony DiSalle, U.S. vice president of GMC marketing. "For 2013, our engineers and designers applied that same attitude to developing the new Acadia."

03/21/2012 - Nissan NV 200

"There is an increasing need for a 'right-sized' van that optimizes cargo space while offering the best possible fuel economy and an affordable price-the exact sweet spots of the innovative new Nissan NV200," said Joe Castelli, vice president, Nissan Commercial Vehicles and Fleet.

03/21/2012 - Hyundai Elantra Coupe and GT

Hyundai President John Krafcik introduced a new sport coupe variant to its industry-leading Elantra lineup in Chicago.

03/21/2012 - KIA Track'ster Concept

"The idea was to make the Track'ster tough-looking, like a bulldog," said Tom Kearns, chief designer for KMA. "But the car had to be approachable as well. We wanted to base the car in reality so people instantly knew it was a Soul, but with a lot of attitude. It had to be a bold interpretation that would change people's conceptions of what a sporty Kia could be."

03/21/2012 - Ford Shelby GT 500 Mustang

As executive director of Ford's SVT vehicles, Hau Thai-Tang introduced Ford's newest Mustang addition: the Shelby GT 500 Mustang convertible. Beginning April 1, Hau becomes a corporate officer and Ford's vice president of engineering and global product development.

03/21/2012 - 201 Nissan 370Z

"I'm excited to give consumers the opportunity to have a voice in how they would design their dream Nissan Z," said Erich Marx, Nissan's director of interactive marketing and social media as he announced Project 370Z. "After 60 years of designing and manufacturing their own vehicles, Nissan is relying on the input of their loyal customers to help design the Nissan Z."

03/21/2012 - 2012 MAMA Family Vehicle Award

The Midwest Automotive Media Association (MAMA) announced the 2012 Volkswagen Passat as winner of its second annual Family Vehicle of the Year award. MAMA developed the award to help consumers make a wise buy when it's time to shop for a family vehicle.

03/21/2012 - 2012Chicago Auto Show Economic Club Luncheon

"Over my 40-plus year career, I've never lost my passion for the auto business," said Yoshi Inaba, president and COO, Toyota Motor North America. "And I must tell you, I am more excited about the industry today than ever. And you might ask why. I would answer: 'Because after several incredibly tough years, the auto industry is making a strong comeback. That's positive news for everyone here because the auto industry is the largest manufacturing sector in the nation.'"

03/21/2012 - All New Acura 2013 RDX and ILX

"We are excited to be launching these two new luxury models as the gateway of Acura's revitalized product lineup," said Jeff Conrad, vice president and general manager of Acura. "As we embark on our second 25 years as a premium luxury-performance automobile brand, we are excited about the role these two vehicles will play in welcoming a new generation of luxury car buyers to the Acura brand."

03/21/2012 - 2012 Chicago Auto Show Food Drive

A Safe Haven was again the beneficiary of a food drive sponsored by the Chicago Auto Show, Humana, Chrysler, Be! Products, Alan Josephsen Co. Inc. and the Chicago Sun-Times. Setting a new collection benchmark, more than 10 tons of canned goods were collected by the organizations in exchange for a discount ticket to the show.

03/21/2012 - First Look Tops $2 Million Mark

Eighteen area charities tonight shared in more than $2 million raised by the 2012 Chicago Auto Show's benevolent event, First Look for Charity, and two attendees left with the keys to new Cadillacs.

03/21/2012 - 2012 Best In Show

For the seventh straight year, consumer voters proclaimed their favorites in five categories in the Chicago Auto Show's "Best of Show" balloting.

02/28/2012 - Aurora Man Wins Camry Replica Pace Car at the 2012 Chicago Auto Show

Thomas Buttaccio of Aurora was the lucky winner of a replica Toyota Camry Pace Car that will be gracing the track at the historic Daytona 500 this evening in Florida.

02/22/2012 - 2012 Chicago Auto Show an indicator of Growing Economy

If the 10-day run of the 2012 Chicago Auto Show is any indication of where the nation's immediate economic future is heading, Americans can look for a uptick led by the auto sector. "We felt a surge even before we opened the Chicago show's doors," said Dave Sloan, general manager of the annual show held at the mammoth McCormick Place on Chicago's lakefront. "Our pre-show sales were in excess of 200,000 tickets.

02/22/2012 - 2012 Chicago Auto Show an indicator of Growing Economy - DNR

If the 10-day run of the 2012 Chicago Auto Show is any indication of where the nation's immediate economic future is heading, Americans can look for a uptick led by the auto sector. "We felt a surge even before we opened the Chicago show's doors," said Dave Sloan, general manager of the annual show held at the mammoth McCormick Place on Chicago's lakefront. "Our pre-show sales were in excess of 200,000 tickets.

02/21/2012 - Consumers pick their favorite vehicles and exhibit at the 2012 Chicago Auto Show

For the seventh straight year, consumer voters proclaimed their favorites in five categories in the Chicago Auto Show's "Best of Show" balloting.

02/17/2012 - Belvidere Day at the 2012 Chicago Auto Show

Mayor Fred Brereton and dignitaries from the city of Belvidere, Illinois declared Friday, February 17th Belvidere Day at the 2012 Chicago Auto Show. The crowd stopped to pose by the 2013 Dodge Dart which will begin production at Chrysler's Belvidere Assembly plant this spring. Dart production will bring 1,800 new jobs to the area.

02/17/2012 - Preckwinkle Launches “Commit to Cook” Campaign at 2012 Auto Show

Sets goal of 2,500 new jobs, website highlights County’s ‘economic toolkit.’ Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle was joined by Orland Park Mayor Dan McLaughlin and representative of the Chicago Auto Show today to launch “Commit to Cook” campaign encouraging residents to support Cook County businesses while engaging the business community to spur economic development.