Went to the Chicago Auto Show on Saturday with a former co-worker and his sons, saw lots of new products.
I noticed that more and more vehicles are coming with low profile tires as factory equipment, and many new vehicles have the C-pillar moved back behind the rear strut perch, to about the middle of the deck lid. The result is a more aerodynamic appearance but lower head clearance when getting into and out of the back seat. Hard-top convertibles are becoming more common - Volvo had a new one at the show, besides the Lexus, Mercedes, etc. ones already available.
The 2007 Camry was on display, it has a more muscular appearance and the rearward C-pillar. Otherwise roomy and nicely styled. Estimated mileage for the hybrid Camry is 47 City/37 highway/40 combined.
The Yaris will come in a 2-door hatchback and 4 door sedan and is nicer looking in person than in pictures. It is less quirky-looking than the Echo or Scion xA and should be a decent seller.
The 2007 Tundra is completely re-styled and will have a 5.7 liter V-8 engine, assembled in Princeton, IN and at the new plant in Texas. The hood dips down a little over the headlights, similar to past Dodge pickups. The
10,000 lb. towing capacity is a big improvement over the current Tundra. While it is a nice truck, I do not think it will convert many buyers from Ford, GM, and Dodge trucks. It may convert some Nissan Titan buyers.The FJ Cruiser on display had an estimated MSRP