Is It Auto Showor Rock Concert?

The first press conference at the New York auto show began with the now-obligatory pulsating music blaring from speakers. What a surprise, thumping rock music, complains one journalist. Throughout the day, it was more of the same, until the Hyundai Genesis Coupe unveil. That featured a live rock band. It also included fireworks in the indoors Galleria section of the Jacob Javits convention center.

Steve Finlay, Contributing Editor

April 1, 2008

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The first press conference at the New York auto show began with the now-obligatory pulsating music blaring from speakers.

“What a surprise, thumping rock music,” complains one journalist.

Throughout the day, it was more of the same, until the Hyundai Genesis Coupe unveil. That featured a live rock band.

It also included fireworks in the indoors Galleria section of the Jacob Javits convention center.

Because of the enclosed area, the smoke from the fireworks didn't dissipate. Instead, it swirled around like a London fog, much to the horror of photographers shooting the event.

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Steve Finlay

Contributing Editor

Steve Finlay is a former longtime editor for WardsAuto. He writes about a range of topics including automotive dealers and issues that impact their business.

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