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Article: The Chicago Tribune Jim Mateja column: Coolest cars and concepts at the Detroit Auto ShowIt takes a lot to grab the attention of veteran Tribune auto reporter Jim Mateja, but these five vehicles did just that in Detroit. Look for.
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- Chicago Tribune (Chicago, IL)
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- January 10, 2007
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Byline: Jim Mateja
Jan. 10--1 Nissan Bevel. The kids have audio and video systems to play with. Now it's Dad's turn, with a tool bench that pulls out from the cargo hold and a power plug that uses solar cells in the roof to generate the electricity needed for the drill or hand saw. In back, there's a portable pet carrier, a dog house that doubles as a travel home for the kitty, as well. Nissan promises, however, that out of political correctness, it won't be marketed as a cat house. For now, a concept.
2 Dodge Caravan/Chrysler Town & Country vans. The creator of the Stow 'n Go seats that disappear into the floor to make way for cargo is at it again ...