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Alabama International Auto Show kicks off today in Birmingham

The Alabama International Auto Show runs today through Sunday at the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex.

The event will feature 2013 model year cars, trucks, SUVs and hybrid vehicles. More than 400 will be on display.

New features this year include a "Made in Alabama" area, with vehicles produced at state auto plants operated by Mercedes-Benz, Honda and Hyundai. Engines made at Huntsville's Toyota plant also will be a part of the display.

Nearly every manufacturer is represented with 2013 models, including some prototypes and hard-to-find models, said Jennifer Whisenant, executive director the Birmingham Automobile Dealers Association.

For example, the redesigned Toyota Avalon will be on display. Just a handful of the cars have been delivered to dealers in the Southeast so far, Whisenant said.

The show also is bringing back a ride-and-drive event, this year featuring the 2013 Honda Accord.

There also will be a Family Fun Zone and McWane Science Center activities.

The show opens today at noon and runs until 9 a.m. Friday and Saturday hours are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Admission is $8 for adults and $4 for children ages 6 to 11. Admission is free for children 5 and under.

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2013 Honda N-One arrives in Japanese dealerships

The 2013 Honda N-One has arrived at Japanese dealerships with sales starting at 1,150,000 yen for the base model and is equivalent to the U.S., about $14,362. The cute car is powered by a 1.3-liter DOHC turbo 3-cylinder gasoline engine with a capacity reaches 660cc, complete with a high-performance turbocharger.

Japanese automakers say, the 1.3-liter engine will be paired with optimally-tuned CVT and available two drive options include all-wheel drive and front-wheel drive configuration. As a result, the 2013 Honda N-One is claimed to offer a more smooth driving experience with excellent fuel consumption, which is rated at 27.0km/liter.

In addition, the new 2013 Honda N-One is also equipped with several safety features which include Emergency Stop Signal system (ESS), Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA), Hill Start Assist (HSA), side curtain airbag system and Pedestrian Injury Mitigation Body.

According to Honda, the new model has several key features such as a spacious cabin that can accommodate up to four adults. Complete with three additional key features that offer a more comfortable driving experience includes an exclusive suspension, lightweight and highly rigid body.

The 2013 Honda N-One is a new type of vehicle built by Honda engineers with a passion principle specifically intended for a new era in Japan, according to Japanese automakers. The new model is offered in Japan with 11 exterior color options, complete with 2-tone color style

Courtesy of thecardriving.com

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