What to Expect at The 2019 Detroit Auto Show

The Detroit Auto Show is only TWO days away! Exciting things have been rumored around the water cooler so to speak, so here we are to sort them all out for you. You’re welcome stranger! We’ve picked out only the most interesting cars for this. So sorry soccer moms and boring dad’s, we won’t be talking about the advancements in minivan technology this time.

What to Expect:

Subaru WRX STI S209

Last year’s release of the S208 brought a plethora of steering and handling upgrades. From a re-tuned steering rack, to new Bilstein dampers, and tons of lightweight Carbon Fiber bits. The S209 is still shrouded in mystery so we’ll have to wait to see what’s in store. More handling advancements for the tōge boys??? I hope so, we’ll keep you guys posted!

Lexus RCF Track Edition

No firm specifications have been leaked yet, but photos have been. When analyzed closely and comparing to the current Lexus RCF, than you begin to see a boost in handling oriented components. Hence the “Track Edition”. The current RCF already has plenty power so I would expect much of an enhancement in that realm. Check out our last post here about what parts seem to be getting swapped!

Ford GT500

FOOORD! Is coming out to play entering with a new Shelby GT500. Back in August a leaked spec sheet claimed it’ll be running a 5.2-liter supercharged V8 capable of producing 720 hp and 650 lb-ft of torque! Recently some patents and photos showed great enhancements with better aero-dynamic parts, probably to prevent it from taking flight and keeping all that power glued to the street.

Toyota Supra

The new Supra has been in the making for a long long time. But now it’s just around the corner! We’ve been lucky enough to catch glimpses of it dressed in its camo. More recently however various parties either from or not from Toyota have leaked information and/or photos. Everyone has speculated it’s power and capabilities but no one can seem to give a solid idea on the cost. We’ve estimated a lower powered base model with a generally reachable price range, and a higher priced spec’d model with more power. However, no one can tell you for sure, at least the wait is coming to a close.

What Not to Expect:

Literally anything from BMW and Mercedes Benz….

Both German manufacturers pulled out from the Detroit Auto Show. BMW stated, “BMW Group has decided to withdraw from the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. This decision was made as BMW Group is constantly examining our presence at trade-shows and other engagements, while, at the same time, also exploring alternative platforms and formats. The overall goal is to communicate our ideas and plans regarding future mobility in the best way and achieve the greatest possible visibility for our products, technologies and innovations.”

In other words, they see little value in attending the show so they feel like not wasting resources. Sad to see them go, but we should still be able to catch them at the New York International Auto Show in April. Unless they become too posh for that too.

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