The San Francisco Chronicle|SFGate.com 52nd Annual International Auto Show, presented by AutoTrader.com, is scheduled for November 26 through December 2 at Moscone Convention Center. Expect to see the largest number of alternative-fuel, high mileage and hybrid vehicles that have ever been exhibited at the show. Here's the short list:
BMW X5 Diesel and X6 Hybrid
Cadillac Escalade 2 Mode Hybrid
Chevrolet Silverado and Tahoe 2 Mode Hybrids and E85 vehicles
Ford Escape and Fusion Hybrids
GMC Sierra and Yukon 2 Mode Hybrids
Honda Civic IMA 4-door Hybrid, Insight EX and LX
Lexus HS and RX Hybrids
Lincoln MKT and MKS Exoboost
MINI
Mercedes-Benz ML BlueTec and S400 HybridMercury Mariner and Milan Hybrids
Nissan Leaf
Smart Car
Toyota Camry, Highlander and Prius Hybrids
It is anticipated that MINI will bring its full line of vehicles to the show. However, there is no word (yet) on what Concept vehicles will be there. MINI is known for its whimsical and innovative booth designs and recently has held 50th Birthday parties in its booths. We will have to wait and see what MINI has in store for the SF show.