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Luxury automobile manufacturer Bugatti, just unveiled a brand new concept sedan – Bugatti Galibier 16C.

What is significant here, is it gives us a heads up to what Bugatti may head after it ends its production of the luxury Veyron model.

The word is that luxury automaker Bugatti plans to introduce the new Galibier 16C concept sedan by 2013.

The plan is for the Bugatti Galibier 16C to have the same 16-cylinder engine as the Veyron.  The difference is that a pair of superchargers will replace the current four turbochargers  in the Veyron.  The Galibier 16C will also offer owners all-wheel drive in addition to am automatic transmission.

Ultimately, the goal is for Bugatti to produce the Galibier 16C and target it as the world’s fastest sedan.

To learn more about new the Bugatti Galibier 16C, go to Autoweek.com

The latest RL luxury sedan from Acura, which actually made its world debut at this year’s New York Auto Show, steps up to the plate with a larger engine and improved handling characteristics.

This latest RL from Acura is a highly desirable, luxury performance sedan that comes loaded with virtually everything one could possibly want in such a vehicle in its price range, and then some. Factor all this in with the more powerful V6 engine, and you have a car that can comfortably compete with European sport sedans.

The Acura RL is a smooth, quick and comfortable luxury sedan, and complements its sleek, sporty appearance. To enjoy maximum performance in terms of acceleration and shift points, simply select the Sport mode and let the RL do the work for you, or utilize the paddle shifters to chose gears at will. Either way, the RL delivers a satisfying and exhilarating ride.

The Acura RL for 2009 also showcases advanced new technologies including AcuraLink weather, AcuraLink Traffic Rerouting, a new note function for XM radio, active sound control and Bluetooth audio – all additions to the already rich inventory of high-tech features found on the previous RL model.

Even the innovative Super Handling All-Wheel Drive system has been enhanced and improved, along with a revised steering system, upgraded coil springs, better shock absorber performance, a larger rear stabilizer bar and bolder, more aggressive wheels and tires.
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Acura’s entry-level TSX as been a hit for Honda’s luxury brand. When it first debuted as a 2004 model, Acura said the new sedan was like a four-door version of the RSX coupe, even though it was really rooted in the sporty European Accord. No matter the platform, however, the TSX was a fantastic ride—and it still is. With a 2.4-liter, 200-hp i-VTEC four-cylinder and a super-slick five-speed manual, it was always a very rewarding car to hustle.

Well the 2009 model promises to provide even more smiles. The all-new TSX will make its world debut at the New York auto show on March 19, and Acura says it will come loaded with “numerous advancements in performance, styling, technology and safety.”

That’s all they’re officially letting out right now, but we hear the new sedan might have quite a bit of fun up its sleeve for the enthusiast driver as well as those looking to get a few more MPGs at the pump.

We’ve heard rumors on two engines, both of which we hope become available:

First off, the new TSX might get a version of the RDX corssover’s turbocharged engine. That would provide the sedan with a frisky, 240-hp four-cylinder to battle the stout six-cylinder engines in Acura’s German and Japanese competitors.

And we’ve heard this juicy tip from a few folks close to Honda: Later in the year, the TSX could get a clean diesel. That engine would likely be the 2.2-liter i-DTEC that we saw last year at the Tokyo Motor Show.

Once again, the TSX will be based on the all-new European Accord, which is set to debut in early March at the Geneva Motor Show. We’ll have much more information then.

Article by Ben Stewart – Popular Mechanics