The 2012 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit will delight not only car enthusiasts but also lawn mowing homeowners. Craftsman is set to launch its all-new high-performance CTX tractor alongside the biggest names from the auto industry.
Yes, you read that right!
With 30 horsepower on tap, the CTX will definitely be the slowest new vehicle at the show, with a top forward speed of 13 km/h and reverse speed of 5 km/h. Of course, the ridiculously tight turning radius (18'') will make a number of manufacturers green with envy.
All joking aside, this peculiar announcement has already sparked a bit of controversy about the event's admission criterion, which some analysts describe as ''too flexible.'' Does the Craftsman CTX really belong in one of the world's premiere car shows? Could this open the door to gardening and farm machinery or worse, appliances?
Time will tell. For now, you have to admit that the company made a bold move and generated quite a buzz around its product.
Yes, you read that right!
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| Photo: Craftsman CTX lawn tractor to be unveiled at 2012 NAIAS/Craftsman |
With 30 horsepower on tap, the CTX will definitely be the slowest new vehicle at the show, with a top forward speed of 13 km/h and reverse speed of 5 km/h. Of course, the ridiculously tight turning radius (18'') will make a number of manufacturers green with envy.
All joking aside, this peculiar announcement has already sparked a bit of controversy about the event's admission criterion, which some analysts describe as ''too flexible.'' Does the Craftsman CTX really belong in one of the world's premiere car shows? Could this open the door to gardening and farm machinery or worse, appliances?
Time will tell. For now, you have to admit that the company made a bold move and generated quite a buzz around its product.