The A'KIMONO LS2.0 Concept is a design study of a futuristic vehicle inspired by light sculptures which uses an artificial lighting system to make the exterior body surfaces visible at night, hence Automotive Lighting Sculpture. It was designed by Bulgarian Teodor Kyuchukov - Dorteo.

Volvo has partnered with Swedish glassworks Orrefors to create the hand-made crystal floating center stack which is featured on the Volvo S60 Concept, which debuts at the 2009 Detroit Motor Show. We report the official release.

Nissan has released a teaser sketch of the NV2500 Concept, that will debut at the 2009 Detroit Motor Show and previews the company's entry into the North American Commercial Vehicle (CV) market in 2010.