Driving off the end of the Lodge freeway deposits you smack dab in the middle of downtown Detroit. You're welcomed to town by a sculpture of a huge bronze fist that's large enough to TKO Godzilla. This sculpture is just about as friendly as Detroit's January weather, but the two together are no match for the heat generated by what's going on inside Detroit's Cobo Center. It's the 2008 North American International Auto Show, otherwise known as the Detroit Auto Show
Inside, hundreds of vehicles are parked, perched or otherwise taking up space on Cobo's not-large enough show floor. Amidst the pulsing lights, dramatic music, and smiling turntable models, what is truly worthy of your attention?
Eschewing dozens of less critical reveals and introductions, the following list highlights must-sees in Detroit. Each entry stands out because of its potential for market impact, or because it reveals and/or supports an emerging trend. 
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