In this week’s edition of rides, we highlight several of the most impressive vehicles that were showcased at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show. –amir shaw
Cadillac Converj
Slated to be released in 2012, the Converj will likely become the leading model for Cadillac in the next decade. One of its most impressive features will include Magnetic Ride Control, which utilizes magnetic shocks that allow the vehicle to react properly to road conditions. The Converj will also come with a 16-kilowatt battery pack that allows the car to travel for 40 miles without gasoline.
Chevrolet Equinox 
Chevrolet takes technology to another level with the 2010 Equinox. The Equinox will feature a 40-gig hard drive for music, DVD navigation, Bluetooth connectivity and StabiliTrak ESP. On the road, the Equinox will have a fuel economy of 21 mpg in the city and 30 mpg on the highway.
Volkswagen Blue Sports
The Volkswagen Blue Sports proves that speed and fuel economy can be combined to create the perfect sports coupe. It comes equipped with a 2.0-liter diesel engine that produces 180-hp and 350 pound-feet of torque. The Blue Sports also gets 55 mpg on the highway.
