Hot Cars And Trucks Coming to New York Auto Show and Other Car Stuff

DETROIT, April 14 -- There's big news coming to the Big Apple later this week and you can get a sneak peek at the New York Auto Show on TheCarConnection.com . Catch Cadillac's new high-performance line, Chrysler's all-new look, the all-new Toyota Solara and Prius, Chevrolet's innovative Malibu Maxx and more -- only on TCC. Then come back all week for live show reports.

You'll also find the story on Saturn's Red Line. Can the automaker sell speed? TheCarConnection.com takes a look at the new, 250-hp VUE and 200-hp ION.

As war winds down in Iraq, the world awaits what happens next. And automakers see some huge opportunities. Is there a Crown Vic in Iraq's future? TCC has the story.

In other business news, see why slumping U.S. sales had folks worried during the DaimlerChrysler annual meeting. Then see what lies ahead as automakers look at the newest in digital audio.

Get a preview of the controversy to come when BMW unleashes an all-new 5- Series next year. Will it cause the hullabaloo that followed last year's roll-out of the quirky 7-Series? See for yourself then decide.

This week's reviews include the new Dodge Intrepid SXT: a little more muscle for the masses; and the Chevy Silverado 2500: the wheels keep on turning, but in some unusual ways now. From Europe, get a first look at the sleek new Ford Streetka, a Mini contender that could eventually find a way across the Atlantic. And this week's spy shot captures the '04 Suzuki XL-7.

It's an icon of its time: get a look at Mustangs past, present and future on TheCarConnection this week.

And TCC's weekly tip helps keep your car looking new. You'll also find advice on finding a cheap ride through government auctions.

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