Ferrari, Rolls-Royce, Land Rover and Suzuki, the big absences from 2009 NAIAS

Auto shows are normally the place where carmakers like to excite and entice their future consumers and display their latest and best models to both competitors and the press. But with the severe effects of the global financial climate, a lot of companies are opting to let go attendance in the current list of events to lower their expenses.

Intriguingly, it is not only the struggling car companies such as GM who are cutting back, but even the more stable companies like Rolls-Royce and Ferrari are also giving up some parts of the car show series.
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WorldofLuxury - 11/14/2008 12:29:17 AM

+1 Boost

GO LA!!!
Lexus...come back to LA with your IS convertible US debut
GM...bring back your new Buick and CTS coupe

LA Auto Show's new permanent date is perfect, and what I like the most about LA is that we get lots of production vehicles...cars that truly matter and don't waste your time.