los angeles auto show

While two of the Detroit Three have no new models to unveil at this year's Los Angeles Auto Show, Ford Motor Co. stayed in and will show off a revamped midsize car that is an example of how serious it is about gas mileage and about clawing its way back into the car business.

With its emphasis on future automotive technologies, the Los Angeles auto show is often an optimistic and forward-looking event, but there will be little to celebrate this year.