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Automotive News: BMW pulls out of Detroit auto show
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03-23-2018, 06:41 PM | #2 |
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Yes the move to October in 2020 is not entirely compatible especially as Tokyo alternates in October as does the huge European event the Mondial l'auto in Paris in October.
This weeks NYIAS is a regional show with the US Premiere of the US built X4. Beijings Auto China in April will announce the M2 Competition and exclusive iX3 Concept Car.
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Huge bummer for the Detroit show. First the exotic brands and Jag/LR, then Mercedes, and now BMW. The only Euro brands remaining are VW and Audi, who I do not suspect will pull out due to a minor corporate presence in the region.
Outside a couple wealthy pockets metro Detroit is incredibly middle class. Everybody drives a Big 3 vehicle either due to direct employment or employment at a supplier or Friends & Family discount. I suppose BMW figures it's not worth the cost of renting space, setting up displays, etc. for a market that doesn't produce a ton of sales. The show reached its peak roughly 10-15 yrs ago before social media, Youtube, etc. were that much of a thing. I remember the elaborate displays, the insane concept cars, the corporate lounges with endless food, the posters being handed out like candy. Good times... |
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The fact is, when it comes to luxury offerings, American manufacturers still lag behind the Germans when it comes to excitement. Cadillac comes the closest, but one not so obvious cultural nuance here is that if you are, for example, a "Ford Guy", you are more likely to be able to justify a BMW than a Cadillac. And, your gear-head family and friends will largely understand why you have no interest in a Lincoln. I think that if BMW had thought there were any risk to sales by pulling out, they'd not have made the choice. The reality though, is that auto sales in general in this day and age are less and less dependent on presence at shows. So, I don't think this is a question of the geographical region nor Detroit being a small market for BMW - I just think that trade shows are slowly becoming irrelevant. |
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They were a no-show in Atlanta this year as well.
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But I do think location plays some role. BMW and Mercedes didn't pull out of other big shows, at least not yet. Anyhow, I'm glad I was able to experience the show during its glory days when every manufacturer was there and the concept cars were wastefully extravagant. |
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I have better things to do than a car show. I have to deal with traffic, pay for parking. Pay to get in, etc. For what again? This is not 1996.
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Rumors flying around Mercedes may not be at Geneva next year.
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I love the NYC auto show, coming next week. Go every year since I can remember. Never bought a car because of the show, just like being surrounded buy all that metal. Always went alone so I can have all the time I need to look and not be bothered by conversations or side tracks by friends. This year going to break from tradition and take my 12 year old grand son who is not very interested in cars yet. I hope I can peek his interest.
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Not like auto shows really do much for the car brands anymore.
With the internet, youtube reviews, etc., they're not really getting much out of them. It's really just PR if some big news agency covers a new technology or platform. |
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I don't believe money is the issue here at all. There are multiple uber expensive/rich areas surrounding Detroit. People there can definitely afford to drive whatever vehicles they want but as others have stated... the average family owns big three vehicles with a heavy bias on Ford. Then, the people that have expendable income to blow on cars choose Cadillac or maybe Lincoln. Rightfully so, I suppose.
Been to this show once and had a great time. Definitely first class, sad to see BMW bow out. |
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Are they coming to the LA auto show? BMW is part of LA car culture and we have bimmerfest. Not to mention Hollywood and Beverly Hills. Also Malibu beach culture, Manhattan Beach, Newport Beach and Scott BMW Smith Rusnak and several other top rated dealerships.
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Yes, they will be there. Don't think they will ever miss that event considering their customer base in California. Would have to guess its their biggest market in USA.
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BMW display in Chicago this year was pretty lame.
This story makes sense now. At the time I was commenting how it seemed they put as little effort into it as possible. |
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In what must be BMW's largest market outside Germany, BMW hardly tried at the L.A. Auto Show. They also didn't have Rolls-Royce there.
Auto Shows are becoming a thing of the past.
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Can’t stand GM or Cadillac, refuse to drive a Cadillac. With all that being said I’ve owned, well my wife and have owned a total of 6 BMW’s and is our go to Luxury brand. I guess I’m a bit bias because I’m european born and have loved BMW’s since I could make our car brands at the age of 6. And I agree bmw pulling out of Detroit will have zero impact on the sales. Everything is you tube review oriented now days and it will continue to evolve in this manner. And BMW if you’re listening please build me an M2 with 4 doors! Please !!
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Chicago show has been really on a decline for some years now. The last time I went when the M2 was debut and I went to see the LBB launch car for myself (literally the only new product of interest). My wife and I made our round at the bmw display, walked through the Porsche exhibit and left. Literally there for 45 minutes and it’s an hour drive for us to Chicago. Yes super lame! That was the last one I went to and seriously doubt I’d go ever again unless they start doing something spectacular lol.
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I think there's nothing like seeing something in real life 3-D. I'll never forget going to the New York car shows as a kid seeing the wicked concept cars, that still have NOT made it to production today , and that's why I never went into transportation design.
My Old Man was not a car guy, but my Grandfather was an engineer. So I must have inherited my fascination of design and quality engineering. My first time at the New York International Auto Show, standing around the Ferrari booth with what I would say was at least 100 people drooling over their cars and a specific model. As a young kid fascinated by what I was seeing, one of the Ferrari reps asked if I would like to sit in they're one-of-a-kind car. I replied "yes", so he pulled up the velvet rope and opened the door for me, everyone freaked out. And I was like hell yeah!!! Those things stick with you. Back in 1999 BMW had the real James Bond World Not Enough: 007 Silver Z8 on display. Kids see that and never forget it, and one day dream to purchase something as cool. Remember kids grow up and become future drivers and owners and loyal fans. Perhaps it's time to remarket and properly advertise these car shows, and also make them more interactive, meaning test drive some models. Regards to BMW they should always have all their models including all their motorcycles to cross pollinate. One year I went to the New York International Motorcycle Show and KTM was a no-show, that showed me that they didn't give a shit and we're on the decline in our neck of the woods. So I instantly eliminated KTM from my wishlist, especially when the local dealership closed. ***Also one great thing about the car shows is that you can spend as much time looking at, sitting in, soaking up the brand without having to go to a snobby dealership and be treated poorly because of your younger age or appearance. And the salesman's don't want to answer any questions unless you're purchasing. And I cannot stand that still to this day!!! If BMWs not gonna be at some car shows, then they need to have more local events, that would make sense. Last edited by DCG; 03-26-2018 at 04:16 PM.. |
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