global vehicles Highlights from New York

The 2004 New York International Auto Show saw the most world debuts in the event's history, with strong themes in new midsize luxury cars and midsize SUVs.

The new Acura RL, Cadillac STS, and Infiniti M45 debuted carrying an array of new technologies. Real-time traffic information for the navigation systems is supplied by XM Satellite Radio for the Acura and Cadillac, and the Cadillac and Infiniti both carry a new Bose DVD-audio 5.1 channel surround-sound system.

Acura Prototype RL-As expected, Acura debuted its next-generation RL prototype with V6 power under the hood. The company remains determined to prove that it can supply high-end luxury and exotic cars without eight pistons.