As the global auto industry slowly rebuilds, the NAIAS in Detroit continues its role as the premier auto show in the US. This year, the major manufacturers from Europe and Asia vied with the domestic car companies to introduce significant new vehicles for the American and international markets. BMW showed off the M3 sedan, M4 coupe, and the 2-Series coupe. Over at the Mercedes display, the new C-Class sedan made its debut. Audi brought the compact Q3 SUV for the US, along with the compact A3 and S3 sedans. Porsche unveiled the new 911 Targa, the latest addition to its sports car lineup. Toyota revealed the bold FT-1 sports car concept. Lexus showed off the RC350 sport coupe to spice up its model range. Nissan's trio of concepts hinted at the new Maxima, along with an affordable compact sport coupe. Over at the Hyundai stand, the second-generation Genesis sedan is a fresh redesign that bears no resemblance to its predecessor. Acura showed the new TLX sedan, which replaces the TSX and TL in the lineup. Subaru's redesigned WRX STI sport sedan should continue to attract young men everywhere. At the Ford display, the big news was the new F-150 truck and the long anticipated Mustang. Chevrolet's redesigned Suburban and Tahoe SUVs, as well at the revived Colorado pickup should boost sales at GM's largest brand. Corvette enthusiasts have been waiting for the redesigned Corvette Z06, a more sophisticated interpretation of its raw predecessor. Chrysler revealed the new midsize 200 sedan, but a new minivan was nowhere in sight. As the first major auto show of 2014, the NAIAS brings tangible proof that the world's automakers are back in the business of making exciting cars and trucks.