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The New York Auto Show happens opens each year during the week prior to Easter. We'll be there on Wednesday the 18th to check out the new releases. Here's a list of what we expect to see. Hyundai Hyundai will be hosting the North American debut of the next-generation Palisade crossover. The 2026 Palisade was shown in South Korea back in December, but it coming to New York to show off any change that might be in place for the North American market. It adopts the Pixel theme already applied to the Hyundai Santa Fe and Ioniq 5. Powertrain changes are expected to include a turbo 4-cylinder to replace the V6 and the addition of a hybrid model. KIA Kia has three reveals planned which Kia says will include "two fully electric powertrains, and one offers a sporty and versatile approach in the compact car segment". That "versatile approach to a compact car" is likely the wagon version of the Kia K4. The EVs are expected to be the EV4 sedan and EV3 compact crossover that will bring more entries to the entry level EV market. Genesis Genesis has an off-site event where they may show the G90 Grand Coupe and Convertible concepts. However, while we've seen the refreshed Genesis GV60 in other markets, it hasn't officially made its North American debut, so we think there's a good chance we will see that too. The 2026 GV60 will sport a bigger battery, more range, faster charging speeds, and more power. The GV60 also upgrades the luxury with new shock-absorber designs and a new Active Sound Design with sound proofing to give occupants a smoother and quieter ride. Subaru Subaru has two press conferences scheduled. We're expect a new SUV version of the legendary Subaru Outback, replacing the original wagon silhouette. Wagon buyers are a dwindling but fervent breed, so we expect a lot of buzz and gnashing of teeth over this one. There could also be a new Wilderness trim, a higher spec package that Subaru offers on many models that increases off-road capabilities. The second reveal will be an all-new model called the Trailseeker. All we know about the Subaru Trailseeker is that it will be an SUV and it will be fully battery powered. On the EV front, we may also see a freshened version of the Soltara. The Soltara's platform-mate, the Toyota bZ4x received some updated styling and a bigger battery a few months ago, so it may be time for the Subaru Sister to get hers. Volkswagen Volkswagen has a late-in-the-day press conference with very few details known just yet. Rumors are circulating that it could be the U.S. version of the Tayron X Coupe currently sold only in China, a fastback "Crossover-Coupe" version of the Volkswagen Tiguan. But with nothing at all coming from VW PR as of this writing, it is still anyone's guess. Toyota and Maserati also have conferences scheduled, but they will only be discussing current product and business updates. None of the U.S. domestic brands or European brands other than Volkswagen have press conferences scheduled, but there could be some off-site surprises. We will have more for you as we cover the show on Wednesday. View full article

Awesome, those are usually great deals. Enjoy the cruise. Where in Europe will it end? Do you have a port list?

Transatlantic from U.S. to Europe - it's called a "repositioning"

Cruise to where?

Wraparound backlite, hence '75 to '77 ... ? Or, as they would say in Spanish, "Me encanta."

My Saturday evening ... ... sailing out under the Tampa Bay Bridge to sea ... Before After

Info on the Neutron Bike.

WOW, Who knew that in 2019 a company in Florida started to make Tron bikes. They have a sold out Yamaha powered V version, but the clear winner is that they have 3 levels of an EV Tron Bike called the Neutron. Companies web site: https://parkerbrothersconcepts.com/neutron/

Okay, but much nicer than the outgoing model. That one was more blah, as you say. Yes, all hard plastic given the price point. I think there's a lot of value in LE form for current times. Camrys last a long time and, with HEV, it came close to just sipping fuel.

Looks like self driving marketing deception is about to come crashing down to earth as China is looking to do what we have done for decades in protective measures of driving and what Musk is wanting to dismantle as he thinks Tesla knows better than the Feds. 3 Lives Lost, $15B Gone—Xiaomi’s SU7 Crash Is a Wake-Up Call for the EV Industry

I agree, Genesis is nailing it compared to other auto brands as they keep cars and SUVs going.

I actually saw an old Gladiator just this week. It was NOT rust free nor clean though.

Ok, one more, worth three minutes of your life, trust me...

This is amazing.

70's Ford out in traffic, zero rust. Fresh food everywhere... Old American iron still in daily use on Oaxaca, Mexico. Pardon me please if I posted any of these before. Last pic for a bit, I absolutely love ceramic and wood vessels of every sort, museums in Mexico are the bomb.

Another piece I turned from scrap, wanted jsut the lid to have featured grain as to not overwhelm the piece... A bowl my friend Sean Hunter turned out of sycamore, similar spaulting and insect damage. Looks much better in person... Natural defects in the black locust vase on the left, I turned that one last week.... A beetle in Mexico city, I want to go back badly. Mexico City, when is the last time you saw a rust free Gladiator just out in traffic? Mexican Beer is the bomb... Nothing rusts in Mexico City, and vintage iron is everywhere.

I won't shed a tear over Trump voting UAW workers being laid off and not called back to work. Walmart would hire greeters but no bueno on Chinese crap, so that career path is closed. I love spaulted wood, have turned a good bit of it... A small piece I turned out of a scrap last night when I couldn't fall asleep... A hat turned by my friend Mike out of similar Maple, this hat was a tree two weeks ago... Similar piece of Beech, spaulted, I like this form....

Awful personalization, but I do love this gen WS6.

Yeah. Just been busy with work this year. Took a couple days off to get away. Going to do some hiking and strolls along the trails of the park. The lake was stormy today..view from my room.

Awesome, NO DOOR DINGS!!!! Love having space to myself. Relaxing and recharging Robert?

Took a couple days off to stay at state park lodge on Lake Erie. Alas, today was rainy and dreary. Supposed to be dry and warmer then next 3 days. Had a beach parking lot all to myself this afternoon.

Running nationally across all streaming platforms and social media platforms, Genesis will be running a "Blank Canvas" campaign. This will reflect on the brand's unique position in the automotive industry as unrestrained by expectations and driven by new chapters. Genesis is pushing the "Blank Canvas" as the unbounded by tradition, allowing the designers and engineers to pursue the ultimate luxury ambitions without any limitations. Genesis customers have so far stated that they resonate with the brand based on the trailblazing passion for constantly evolving and cultivating new moments. Beauty and Details is what brings the Genesis concepts to life with philosophy, as they craft and reinvent the future of automotive passion. To quote Amy Marentic, chief marketing officer. “The ability to be untethered from past legacy is one of Genesis’ biggest strengths as a disrupter in the market. Our ‘Blank Canvas’ campaign is a celebration of our brand’s fearless spirit in pursuing new adventures while continuously evolving to best fit the needs of our customers.” This campaign will feature television and social media streaming spots with visuals of the brands products such as the GV80 SUV and G90 Flagship sedan. It will also include the concepts of the Neolun SUV that is coming at the GV90 EV SUV and the x Gran Berlinetta. Watch for the latest on Genesis website as well as well as various platforms as Genesis rolls out their "Blank Canvas" marketing campaign. View full article