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Back To Basics At Auto Show


Last Update: 1/14 6:16 am
Detroit (WXYZ) - There's big changes at the Auto Show to keep costs low and the focus on the automobiles. 

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The Chrysler display doesn't have a big waterfall or Ram's head hanging from the ceiling.  They say the emphasis is on the vehicles. 

Over at General Motors, the second floor is gone and they're are fewer raised turntables and risers.  They are also saving money by using reusable displays and carpet instead of title.  The same display will be used for the Chicago Auto Show.
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