All decked out in neon green and ready to hit market later this year, the Verde supercar is the latest creation by Revenge Designs, a small, American company. The not-to-be-ignored new supercar will feature two powertrains: a gas version, which will include either a 605hp Roush-sourced Ford V8 or a supercharged Corvette ZR1 LS9, and a hybrid V8 called the HP2ge. The hybrid version reportedly delivers 110 mpg while still putting out 400 horses and 500 lb-ft of torque.

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The mysterious new crossover that Nissan teased just days ago will be coming to the U.S. later this year. The Juke is based on the Qazana concept from 2009 and is scheduled to debut in Geneva. According to AutoBlog, Nissan announced the addition of eight cars to the U.S. market in Detroit, and one of them was the Juke. In its teaser, Nissan had focused solely on Europe, so the announcement is somewhat of a surprise.

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Ford has used the North American International Auto Show to debut the 2011 Lincoln MKX, which has undergone significant modifications inside and out.

We’ll start under the hood, where Ford has updated the MKX with a new 3.7-liter V6 engine that puts out 305 hp and 280 lb-ft of torque. The new engine is paired with a six-speed SelectShift automatic gearbox. Other key mechanical revisions include new disc brakes, Hill Start Assist–designed to eliminate roll back on hills,and tuned suspension.

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As part of Chrysler’s expanded, new look, the automaker has included a Fiat 500 BEV as part of its showcase in Detroit. The tiny hatch features a full electric powertrain crafted in conjunction with Chrysler’s former ENVI group, but no specifics were provided on the exact configuration powering the wheels.

It’s not known whether the BEV version of the 500 will enter production, but the standard Fiat 500 is scheduled to debut in the U.S. later this year. It will feature a 1.4-liter Multiair engine and a turbo version will follow a year later. [via egmCarTech and LeftLaneNews]

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Formerly known as an eerie, bluish headlight, the Cadillac XTS Platinum has moved beyond teaser to full-fledged concept at the Detroit Auto Show. The all-wheel drive hybrid sedan features a 3.6-liter direct-injected engine paired with a plug-in hybrid propulsion system. Gas and electric combine to create a tantalizing 350 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque.

In what promises to be a glimpse into future Caddies, the instrument panel features a “dead front” design, which remains black until the car is turned on. The interior also features suede with laser etching.

Before even opening the door, the XTS mesmerizes with its distinct, vertical headlamps, broad front end and 20-inch wheels. [via Inside Line]

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The days of grainy, bootlegged catalog shots are officially behind us; Honda has dropped the curtain on its new production-ready CR-Z hybrid emblazoned in bright red, and the leaks didn’t do it justice. The resurrected CRX features a 1.5-liter VTEC four that delivers 122 hp and 128 lb-ft. The engine is paired with Honda’s Integrated Motor Assist hybrid-electric system. Owners can choose CVT automatic or six-speed manual transmission.

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Audi was content to repaint the e-tron concept blazing orange for L.A., but for Detroit, it has debuted a full redesign. The new concept sits more rearward than the original, an alteration that we feel agrees with it wholeheartedly. Audi also incorporates a short wheelbase of 95.67 inches into the refashioned e-tron.

The most dramatic change comes in the dropping of the front motors of the AWD version of the e-tron. The new iteration uses only two motors, one mounted on each rear wheel. The battery pack is mounted just in front of the rear wheels.

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Already a leader of compact efficiency, the Prius just got a little brother. Toyota debuted the FT-CH hybrid concept in Detroit today. The new concept is 22 inches shorter than the Prius and an inch narrower, promising to offer even better fuel efficiency than its larger sibling.

Toyota didn’t offer many hard details on the concept, but did express its commitment toward producing a variety of hybrids in the future. The company stated that it intends to sell a million hybrids per year, with the majority being sold in North America. To accomplish the goal, Toyota has total of eight brand new hybrid models slated for production over the coming years.

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Ford isn’t content to rest upon the spoils of victory; it has unveiled the next-generation Focus at the North American International Auto Show. The new Focus is powered by a 2.0-liter direct-injected four cylinder producing 155 hp and 145 lb-ft. The engine uses Ford’s Twin Independent Variable Camshaft Timing and will be paired with choice of six-speed manual or six-speed dual-clutch gearboxes. Highway mileage is expected to be in the 40 mpg range.

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