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New York 10': 2011 Acura TSX Sport Wagon Hits the Stage

Acura has officially unveiled the 2011 TSX Sport Wagon, which is essentially the same thing as the Euro only Honda Accord Wagon. The TSX Sport Wagon is powered by the 2.4L four-cylinder mated to a five-speed automatic transmission with steering-wheel mounted paddle shifters. Acura estimates that it will get 30 mpg on the highway. Unfortunately Acura has no plans to...

New York 10': 2011 Scion tC Gets More Power and More Aggressive

Scion has unveiled the all-new 2011 Scion tC in New York. For 2011 the Scion tC gets all-new aggressive styling and more power under the hood. It is now powered by a 2.5L four-cylinder that puts out 180-hp, which is 19 more than the 2010 model. The engine can be mated to either a six-speed manual or automatic transmission....

New York 10': 2011 Hyundai Sonata 2.0T Debuts with 274-HP

In addition to the Sonata hybrid, Hyundai has also unveiled the new Sonata 2.0T in New York. The 2011 Sonata 2.0T is powered by a 2.0-liter Theta II turbocharged gasoline direct-injection (GDI) engine that puts out 274 horsepower and 269 lb-ft of torque. The turbocharged engine is only available with a six-speed automatic transmission. The good news is that the...

New York 10': 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Unveiled and Gets 37/39 MPG

As promised, Hyundai has unveiled the hybrid version of the 2011 Sonata at the New York Auto Show. "The Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is the new kid on the block, but it's not a follower," says John Krafcik, president and CEO, Hyundai Motor America. "Its full parallel hybrid configuration and breakthough lithium polymer batteries offer a new take on traditional...

New York 10': 2011 Infiniti QX56 Starts at $56,700

Infiniti has officially unveiled the all-new 2011 QX56 SUV at the New York Auto Show. The large eight-passenger SUV is now built on the same chassis as the Nissan Patrol. "We're excited to be here in New York for the global debut of the Infiniti QX, a world-class vehicle that spotlights Infiniti's inspired design, performance, technology and craftsmanship," said Ben...

Chrysler Begins Production of the 2010 Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR-X

Chrysler has kicked off production of the 2010 Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR-X at the Conner Avenue Assembly Plant in Detroit. The Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR-X is the ultimate Viper, which is powered by a 8.4L V10 with 640 horsepower and 605 lb-ft. of torque. "The 2010 model year is going to be unique for the Dodge Viper in many...

CEO Marchionne Claims Chrysler Will Break Even in 2010

Chrysler is in dire need to new product, but Chrysler CEO Sergio Marchionne recently told a group of reporters that Chrysler is on track to break even this year. He is confident that Chrysler will sell 1.1 million vehicles in the US this year. Additionally Marchionne also said that Chrysler will not get into the incentive war, by boosting...

New York 10': Suzuki Cancels Plans for V6 and Hybrid Kizashi, But Introduces Kizashi Sport

Suzuki has canceled plans for V6 and hybrid variants of its new Kizashi midsize sedan. The V6 was reportedly expected to be borrowed from GM, but since GM has since sold the shares it had in Suzuki, those plans have been scrapped. Although GM no longer has a stake in Suzuki, VW now does, so it's a possibility that...

New York 10': 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Becomes the Most Fuel-Efficient Luxury Sedan

Lincoln is debuting the 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid, which is set to become the most fuel-efficient luxury sedan in the US. "Lincoln's hallmarks are design, technology and comfort. Now, Lincoln also delivers the best fuel efficiency of any luxury sedan in America," said Mark Fields, Ford's president of The Americas. Like it's Ford Fusion and Mercury Milan Hybrid siblings, the...

New York 10': 2011 Nissan Juke Debuts

Nissan is set to debut the 2011 Nissan Juke crossover at the New York Auto Show tomorrow, but today we have more details about the small crossover. The 2011 Nissan Juke is smaller than other small crossovers like the Toyota RAV4 and Hyundai Tucson. It's curvy styling with its round headlights and turn signals integrated into the front fenders is...

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