Ford and GM showcase global design at Detroit auto show
Ford unveils the 1991 Escort and Explorer replacing the Bronco II alongside joint ventures with Mazda and Toyota style. A 50 000 square foot Concept Center debuts as GM workers assemble a Riviera convertible while Chrysler promotes Jeep driving simulators. Admission is five dollars. Parking tips urge using the People Mover.
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World car reality shapes 1990 auto show talk
At the 1990 North American International Auto Show Detroit executives stress global strategy. Ford Mazda Escort Tracer project aims for 500000 U.S. sales and 950000 worldwide. Toyota forecasts era of world cars as trade shifts reduce protectionism. GM eyes Europe with Saab link and potential U.S. economy car with Mitsubishi. Chrysler discusses a small US economy car with Mitsubishi.
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