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2014 LA Auto Show’s hot wheels, cheap cars, neat tech and safety first

Mazda's new 2016 CX3 attracts attention while on display at the LA Auto Show's press and trade day in Los Angeles, California on November 19, 2014. Nearly 60 North American and World vehicle debuts will be unveiled at this years auto show which opens to the public from November 21 to 30.
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2014 LA Auto Show’s hot wheels, cheap cars, neat tech and safety first

Car nuts and consumers on the market for new wheels will descend on the 2014 LA Auto Show starting tomorrow. Previews at the show have seen Honda and Mazda debut crossover sport utility vehicles - the Honda HR-V and Mazda CX-3. The subcompact SUV class is one of the fastest growing for the industry - pricing and fuel economy were not released.

The most energy-conscious cars are being shown by Toyota and Honda. The Toyota Mirai is an emission-free hydrogen fuel-cell vehicle set to go to market next year. Honda's FCV is still a concept car expected to go on sale in 2016. With a different buyer in mind, six new high-speed luxury models are being introduced by Mercedes, BMW, Cadillac and Porsche. They emphasize either speed and handling or just a sense of specialness that money can buy. What kind of vehicle are you on the market for? What is the best way to navigate the showroom with hundreds of cars?

With files from the Associated Press.

Guests:

Scott Oldham, Editor-in-Chief, Edmunds.com