So what does an auto show look like in the midst of one of the worst markets in history? Not so bad, actually. The 2009 New York Auto Show is looking like it will finish the season strong, with a handful of notable world debuts along with a dozen or so North American firsts.

Think SUVs are dead? Well, not quite. Acura, GMC and Land Rover have all come up with what they think are the next generation of SUVs. Smaller, more nimble and less painful at the pump, all-new vehicles from all three manufacturers will be making their world debuts in New York.

If you’re still not buying into the efficient, high-performance SUV thing, then look for the new 2010 Subaru Legacy. It’ll be shown for the first time in New York and is likely to have all the utility you’ll ever need. And for those who couldn’t care less about utility, Nissan will display the convertible version of its new 370Z coupe. Coverage starts April 8 with video, blogs and photos from the show floor.

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Embarking on a hybrid car adventure, WebRidesTV host Jeremy Lusk reviews the Toyota Prius during a 320-mile West Coast road trip from the smoggy British Petroleum Oil Refineries in Carson, California to the majestic mountain cliffs of Big Sur.

For more hybrid, electric and fuel efficient vehicle profiles, visit the new WebRidesTV Green Channel to view more green automotive coverage. Access the Green Channel here: http://www.webridestv.com/green-hybrid-cars.html

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As R&D on the TOYOTA FCHV continues, the technology that drives it is accelerating toward widespread use. At the same time, we are exploring the potential of a wide range of power sources—including not only hydrogen, but also gasoline, diesel, electricity and alternative fuels—while considering what the optimum eco-car would be for the energy situation, infrastructure and regulations in each country.

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Volvo Electric Car ReCharge Concept hybrid In-Wheel Motor EV

Only about 15% of the energy from the fuel you put in your tank gets used to move your car down the road or run useful accessories, such as air conditioning. The rest of the energy is lost to engine and drive line inefficiencies and idling. Therefore, the potential to improve fuel efficiency with advanced technologies is enormous. With an Electric Car it costs just $2.00 per 100kms with MUCH more performance than with petrol at $20.00 per 100kms.

Volvo ReCharge Concept hybrid EV with 4 wheel motors Electric Car vehicle. Electric motors are rated for 100,000 hours or 6 MILLION Kms before they need servicing.

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The GT-R’s new 3.8-litre twin turbo V6 “VR38″ engine features plasma-sprayed bores and a special twin-turbo exhaust manifold system. A secondary air management system enables the newly designed powerplant to provide approximately 40kg/m of torque during ordinary low-rev driving, giving an optimum air-fuel ratio for around-town efficiency. The new engine produces 480PS (353kW) at 6400rpm and a maximum torque of 60kgm (588Nm) from 3200 to 5200rpm. Also newly developed, the GR6-type dual clutch transmission features paddle shifting and a Borg Warner six-plate dual clutch for direct control.

Nissan has created every styling aspect to maximize the vehicle’s driving experience. The GT-R’s body is constructed with a combination of steel, carbon fiber and aluminum, providing a unique combination of stiffness and lightness. The car features a low coefficient of drag of 0.27, providing it with enhanced grip in all weather situations, while also enhancing fuel efficiency. The GT-R’s hallmark four-ring taillights, efficient rear spoiler and large, integrated 120mm-diameter exhaust tips, provides the signature rear view of the GT-R, as well as optimizing airflow along the top and under the vehicle.

Sculpted performance bucket seats give the driver and passenger a comfortable driving experience. The instrument panel that surrounds the driver has all meters and multi-function meter at a uniform height to minimize the driver’s head movement when traveling at high speeds. Each meter features a dial plate design that evokes the idea of engaged gears.

The GT-R’s list of safety and environmental features include, for enhanced visibility inside and out of the vehicle, high-mounted LED stoplamps, bright LED rear combination taillights, super wide beam headlights, heated door mirrors and flat-blade wipers. Standard safety equipment includes a pop-up engine hood system for enhanced pedestrian safety, driver and front passenger air bag system, and ELR front seat belts with tension reducer. The driver and front passenger side air bag system and curtain air bag system are offered as options.

The top-of-the-line GT-R Premium Edition is priced at 8,347,500 yen (US$72,000). Nissan is aiming to ship 200 units per month.

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The last time we saw an American entrepreneur stuffing a powerful American-built engine into an unsuspecting British sports car, it was the 1960s and it was Carroll Shelby. The meek AC Ace roadster was, shall we say, invigorated by his fitment of the Ford V8 into its lightweight body shell.

Fast-forward nearly a half-century. Secant Vehicles, a small start-up headquartered in San Francisco, has developed a GM Ecotec engine conversion for every Lotus Elise (or Exige) built since the waspish midengine sports car’s 2005 introduction.

The players are different, but the three-step formula for the Lotus Exige by Secant is the same as Shelby’s:

Step 1 — Find a small car.
Step 2 — Add power.
Step 3 — Kick .

So has history been repeated? We drove Secant’s development car, a 2006 Lotus Exige equipped with the optional Track Pack suspension, to find out.

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Pioneering a new type of vehicle, Yamaha has developed their four wheeled Tesseract which turns just like a motorcycle but has a Dual Scythe Suspension for improved safety.

Roughly the equivalent width of a regular motorcycle, the Tesseract is a hybrid vehicle powered by a liquid cooled V-twin 2 cylinder gasoline engine and an electric engine thus reducing emissions and protecting the environment.

With a mantis like appearance, the dual scythe suspension allows stable turning while still allowing for motorcycle like banking. Built into the upper arms of the vehicle is a dual arm lock system which lets the Tesseract stand upright when parked without a kick-stand.

Currently only a concept model, Yamaha plans to continue researching this design in the future.

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