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As expected, the 2017 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Mich., was a blockbuster event, with the world’s automakers showing off their best and brightest upcoming offerings.
Three vehicles won honors as the best vehicles in their respective classes. The all-electric Chevrolet Bolt won North American Car of the Year, the Honda Ridgeline was named Truck of the Year, and the Chrysler Pacifica scooped up the title for Utility of the Year.