Ford's Sheryl Connelly highlights Global Consumer Trend Report at CIAS 2017

By Sonya Dvidson

The 2017 Canadian International Auto Show is well underway with a reported record-setting attendance for opening day this past Friday. While there were many stunning vehicles to dream about, hello Lincoln Navigator with built-in wardrobe and cascading steps, there were opportunities to look into  consumer trends. Canadian Reviewer was invited to a private luncheon with Sheryl Connelly, Ford Motor Company's "Futurist" (her official title "Global Consumer Trends and Futuring"), to gain insight into the company's most recent and fascinating research. 

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Maserati to debut bespoke sports sedans with Zegna interiors at the CIAS

Taking its reputation for performance, comfort, and luxury to another level at this year's Canadian International Auto Show, Maserati will feature bespoke sports sedans that highlight all-new interiors by Ermenegildo Zegna.

The 2016 high performance sport sedans, full-size Quattroporte and the mid-size Ghibli sport sedan will feature custom silk interiors fashioned by Ermenegildo Zegna within the Auto Exotica exhibit. Designed in collaboration with the legendary Italian fashion brand, these silk interiors are specially outfitted and woven, much like a fine Italian suit. Available in three color variants (Nero, Cuoio and Rosso), this tailored interior option is now available on the 2016 sport sedans and will later extend to the full Maserati range. 

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CIAS Report: Ford Canada Suits Up

 

By Sonya Davidson

The Canadian International AutoShow (CIAS) is underway with lots of eye candy. Ford Canada has given us many reasons to visit them alone. Aside from the big announcement of the new Ford GT to be assembled here in Canada, the company has given us something else to think about at this year's show. 

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