The U.S. Marines are showing off their LAV-25, a fourteen-ton "all-terrain" vehicle designed to not be stopped! Also along for the ride is the First Marine Corps recruiting HUM-VEE. The "Armed Forces Experience" includes authentic camouflage face painting for anyone who dares to come close.An authentic NASCAR video simulator will allow race fans the chance to experience the thrill of shifting gears, accelerating and braking at up to 200 mph on variety of race tracks. Find it at the Victory Lap exhibit.The New York State Police are providing the public with a unique view of what happens in a "roll-over" with their simulator.The Pokemon Pikachu Car will be making a first time visit to New York for younger car enthusiasts."HOLY GM ONSTAR BATMAN!" The GM OnStar Batmobile makes a return visit with some new surprises for 2001.The U.S. Army races in with its winner, "THE SARG". This 1999 Winston Top Fuel Champion, driven by Tony Schumacher, is big on the track, and with the public.Lovers of hand-built American sports cars should look out for two new models from Avanti. The 2001 T-top and convertible come fully equipped with a 5.7-liter V8 fuel-injected 330-hp engine and retail at $69,000 and $83,000 respectively.The 2001 New York International Auto Show opens for a special public Sneak Preview on Friday, April 13 from 1:00 - 8:00 p.m. Following the preview, the Show continues from Saturday, April 14 through Sunday, April 22. Prior to the public opening, the Show welcomes media and industry during its annual Press Preview, April 11 and 12.
