The New Bugatti Chiron EPA/MARTIAL TREZZINI
From ultra-luxury sports cars to 4×4 urban conquerors, the Geneva International Motor Show opens Tuesday as gas guzzlers see their popularity rebound during the oil price slide.
More than 120 new models from manufacturers across the world will be introduced at the 86th edition of Europe’s flagship auto show, with industry leaders boasting of a positive mood after the financial crisis of 2008-2013 fades for some consumers.
That optimism comes despite the ongoing fallout from the Volkswagen pollution scandal.
The show opens to the public on March 3, but offered a tantalising peek at what would be on view with a ceremony awarding Opel/Vauxhall the coveted Europe’s Car of the Year title for its 2016 Astra.
It beat off six challengers, including the Audi A4, the BMW Series 7 limousine, the Jaguar XE, Maza MX-5 roadster, the Skoda Superb and a Volvo 4×4, the XC90.
It was the third time Opel has taken the big prize at the Geneva show, winning with a hatchback the 58-member jury of motoring journalists deemed “good value for money”, combining a compact frame with a roomy interior, a statement said.
While more practical, even modestly priced cars often win the top award, the Geneva show is synonomous with luxury and performance and the 2016 edition is unlikely to disappoint.
Bugatti is set to unveil the Chiron — successor to the Veyron — which aims to take its place among the most powerful and fastest cars in the world.
At an estimated price of two million euros ($2.2 million) it is also one of the most expensive.
Appealing to a broader market, the Geneva show includes a full line-up of 4x4s, or SUVs — a segment that now accounts for around 22 percent of overall European sales.
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With oil prices plummeting from more than $100 in 2014 to below $35 a barrel on Monday, analysts said cheap fuel is making hybrid cars less of a priority for some buyers.
– Volkswagen dampens mood –
Last year’s Car of the Year winner was Volkswagen’s Passat, but the company is expected to keep a low profile this year after the scandal that followed revelations its diesel engine cars were secretly outfitted with devices to cheat US emissions tests.
Analysts said the plight of the German car giant, which controls nearly 25 percent of the European market, will dampen the mood in Geneva.
“Volkswagen will be more modest than usual. The company is trying to appear more open, more transparent and we should see this new culture in Geneva,” said German car expert Stefan Braztel.
Volkswagen faces potentially huge damages as a result of the scandal, after about 200 owners of VW, Audi and Porsche diesel vehicles filed a class-action lawsuit in San Francisco earlier this week.
The suit accuses Volkswagen of major damage to the environment and to owners of more than a half million of the cars sold in the United States.
In Geneva, the biggest European show since the scandal broke, Volkswagen will seek to change the gloomy narrative surrounding the brand.
Organisers expect 650,000 to 700,000 visitors at the show which runs until March 13, with 200 exhibitors from more than 30 countries.
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The Fiat Abarth 595 stan covered during the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 03 March 2016. The Motor Show opens its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March 2016 presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/CYRIL ZINGARO
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Swiss federal Councillor Alain Berset (L) is shown a motor of a Mercedes car by Marcel Guerry (C), CEO of Mercedes-Benz Switzerland, during the opening of the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 03 March 2016. The Motor Show opens its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March 2016 presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/MARTIAL TREZZINI
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An Aston Martin cut open is presented during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 02 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/MARTIAL TREZZINI
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The New Rimac Concept One electric car is shown during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 02 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/MARTIAL TREZZINI
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The New Brand Rimac Automobili, Concept CS, on show during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 02 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March, presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/SANDRO CAMPARDO
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The New Brand Rimac Automobili, Concept CS, on show during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 02 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March, presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/SANDRO CAMPARDO
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A hostess poses for photographers at the Lamborghini stand during the 86th Geneva international motor show at Palexpo Congress Center in Geneva, Switzerland, 02 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/CYRIL ZINGARO
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A view of the Geneva International Motor Show during the second press day in Geneva, Switzerland, 02 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/ULI DECK
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The New Fiat Tipo is presented during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 02 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/SANDRO CAMPARDO
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The new concept car Opel GT Concept with a red tire is presented during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 02 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/MARTIAL TREZZINI
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A scuplture of a Lexus is presented at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 02 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/SANDRO CAMPARDO
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The New Fiat 124 Spider is presented at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 02 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/SANDRO CAMPARDO
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The New Touring Superleggera Alfa Romeo Volante Spyder is presented during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 02 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/MARTIAL TREZZINI
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The New Touring Superleggera Alfa Romeo Volante Spyder is presented during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 02 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/MARTIAL TREZZINI
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US actor and car driver Patrick Dempsey takes a piece of Swiss cheese Gruyere during a press conference at the TAG Heuer, during the press day at the 86rd Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 02 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/SANDRO CAMPARDO
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The Tesla X is presented at the Geneva International Motor Show during the second press day in Geneva, Switzerland, 02 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/ULI DECK
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The Toyota Kikai is presented at the Geneva International Motor Show during the second press day in Geneva, Switzerland, 02 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/ULI DECK
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US Actor and Car Driver Patrick Dempsey, (L), and Jean-Claude Biver, head of the watchmaking segment of French luxury group LVMH and CEO of TAG Heuer, (R), cutting a Swiss cheese, Gruyere, during a press conference of the TAG Heuer, during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 02 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/SANDRO CAMPARDO
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The New Zenvo TS1 is presented during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 02 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/MARTIAL TREZZINI
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The New DMC Huracan Jeddah Edition is presented during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 02 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/MARTIAL TREZZINI
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The New Zenvo TSR is presented during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 02 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/MARTIAL TREZZINI
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The New Techrules AT96 is presented during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 02 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/MARTIAL TREZZINI
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The New Secma F16 Turbo is presented during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 02 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/MARTIAL TREZZINI
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The New Sbarro Ginevra 2016 is presented during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 02 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/MARTIAL TREZZINI
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The New Sbarro Haze is presented during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 02 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/MARTIAL TREZZINI
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The New Arash AF8 Falcon is presented during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 02 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/MARTIAL TREZZINI
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The New Arash AF10 is presented during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 02 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/MARTIAL TREZZINI
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The New Bee Bee Automotive XS is presented during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 02 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/MARTIAL TREZZINI
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The New Rolls Royce Wraith Black Badge is presented during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The 86th Geneva international motor show will be open from 03 to 13 March 2016. EPA/SANDRO CAMPARDO
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The New Rolls Royce Wraith Black Badge is presented during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The 86th Geneva international motor show will be open from 03 to 13 March 2016. EPA/SANDRO CAMPARDO
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The Citroen Concept Car Hyphen is presented during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The 86th Geneva international motor show will be open from 03 to 13 March 2016. EPA/SANDRO CAMPARDO
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The Citroen Concept Car Hyphen is presented during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The 86th Geneva international motor show will be open from 03 to 13 March 2016. EPA/SANDRO CAMPARDO
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The Mercedes Concept Car is presented during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The 86th Geneva international motor show will be open from 03 to 13 March 2016. EPA/SANDRO CAMPARDO
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The Mercedes Concept Car is presented during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The 86th Geneva international motor show will be open from 03 to 13 March 2016. EPA/SANDRO CAMPARDO
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The New Fiat Abarth124 Spider is presented during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The 86th Geneva international motor show will be open from 03 to 13 March 2016. EPA/SANDRO CAMPARDO
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A journalist takes a picture of the New BMW M760Li X Drive during the press day at the 86rd Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The 86th Geneva international motor show will be open from 3 to 13 March 2016. EPA/SANDRO CAMPARDO
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The New Alfa Romeo Giulia is shown during the press day at the 86rd Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The 86th Geneva international motor show will be open from 3 to 13 March 2016. EPA/SANDRO CAMPARDO
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The New Peugeot 2008 GT Line is shown during the press day at the 86rd Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The 86th Geneva international motor show will be open from 3 to 13 March 2016. EPA/SANDRO CAMPARDO
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The New Lexus LC 500H is shown at the 86th Geneva international motor show at the Palexpo Congress Center in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The 86th Geneva international motor show will be open from 3 to 13 March 2016. EPA/CYRIL ZINGARO
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The New Lexus LC 500H is shown at the 86th Geneva international motor show at the Palexpo Congress Center in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The 86th Geneva international motor show will be open from 3 to 13 March 2016. EPA/CYRIL ZINGARO
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The New Subaru Concept Car XV is shown during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The 86th Geneva international motor show will be open from 3 to 13 March 2016. EPA/MARTIAL TREZZINI
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The Peugeot Concept Car Fractal during press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The 86th Geneva international motor show will be open from 3 to 13 March 2016. EPA/SANDRO CAMPARDO
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The Peugeot Concept Car Fractal during press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The 86th Geneva international motor show will be open from 3 to 13 March 2016. EPA/SANDRO CAMPARDO
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The New Citroen Mehari by Courreges during press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The 86th Geneva international motor show will be open from 3 to 13 March 2016. EPA/SANDRO CAMPARDO
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The New Citroen Mehari by Courreges during press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The 86th Geneva international motor show will be open from 3 to 13 March 2016. EPA/SANDRO CAMPARDO
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A Ferrari GTC4 Lusso is shown during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The 86th Geneva international motor show will be open from 3 to 13 March 2016. EPA/ULI DECK
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The New Spyker C8 Preliator is shown during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The 86th Geneva international motor show will be open from 3 to 13 March 2016. EPA/MARTIAL TREZZINI
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The New Skoda Vision S is shown during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The 86th Geneva international motor show will be open from 3 to 13 March 2016. EPA/MARTIAL TREZZINI
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The New Seat Ateca is shown during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The 86th Geneva international motor show will be open from 3 to 13 March 2016. EPA/MARTIAL TREZZINI
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The New DS Concept Car E-Tens is shown during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The 86th Geneva international motor show will be open from 3 to 13 March 2016. EPA/SANDRO CAMPARDO
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The New DS Concept Car E-Tens is shown during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The 86th Geneva international motor show will be open from 3 to 13 March 2016. EPA/SANDRO CAMPARDO
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The New McLaren 570GT is shown during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The 86th Geneva international motor show will be open from 3 to 13 March 2016. EPA/SANDRO CAMPARDO
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The New Mercedes C-Class Cabriolet is shown during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The 86th Geneva international motor show will be open from 3 to 13 March 2016. EPA/SANDRO CAMPARDO
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General view of the exhibition hall during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 3th to 13th March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/MARTIAL TREZZINI
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The New Toyota C-HR at the 86th Geneva international motor show at the Palexpo Congress Center in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The 86th Geneva international motor show will be open from 3 to 13 March 2016. EPA/CYRIL ZINGARO
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The New Renault Scenic at the 86th Geneva international motor show at the Palexpo Congress Center in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The 86th Geneva international motor show will be open from 3 to 13 March 2016. EPA/CYRIL ZINGARO
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The New concept car Ssangyong SIV-2 at the 86th Geneva international motor show at the Palexpo Congress Center in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The 86th Geneva international motor show will be open from 3 to 13 March 2016. EPA/CYRIL ZINGARO
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The New Toyota Proace Verso Family 2.0 at the 86th Geneva international motor show at the Palexpo Congress Center in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The 86th Geneva international motor show will be open from 3 to 13 March 2016. EPA/CYRIL ZINGARO
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The New concept car Hamann Porsche Macan Turbo at the 86th Geneva international motor show at the Palexpo Congress Center in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The 86th Geneva international motor show will be open from 3 to 13 March 2016. EPA/CYRIL ZINGARO
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The New concept car Hamann Mercedes AMG GLE 63S Coupe at the 86th Geneva international motor show at the Palexpo Congress Center in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The 86th Geneva international motor show will be open from 3 to 13 March 2016. EPA/CYRIL ZINGARO
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The New concept car Hamann BMW X4 xDrive35d at the 86th Geneva international motor show at the Palexpo Congress Center in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The 86th Geneva international motor show will be open from 3 to 13 March 2016. EPA/CYRIL ZINGARO
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The Pagani Huayra BC supercar is on display during the press day of the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/CYRIL ZINGARO
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The New Bugatti Chiron is on display during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/MARTIAL TREZZINI
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The New Lamborghini Centenario is presented during the press day at the 86rd Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, Tuesday, March 01, 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 3th to 13th March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/MARTIAL TREZZINI
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The New Ferrari GTC4 Lusso is on display during the press day of the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/SANDRO CAMPARDO
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The New Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport Coupe is on display during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/MARTIAL TREZZINI EPA/MARTIAL TREZZINI
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The New Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport Coupe is on display during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/MARTIAL TREZZINI
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The New Bentley Mulsanne is on display during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/MARTIAL TREZZINI
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The New Bentley Mulsanne EWB is on display during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/MARTIAL TREZZINI
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The New Audi RS Q3 performance is on display during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/MARTIAL TREZZINI
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The New Hyundai Ioniq electric is on display during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/MARTIAL TREZZINI
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The New Bugatti Chiron is on display during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/MARTIAL TREZZINI
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The Opel CEO Karl-Thomas Neumann presents the new concept car Opel GT Concept, this Tuesday, March 01, 2016, at Palexpo Congress Center in Geneva. The 86rd Geneva international motor show will be open from 3 to 13 March 2016. EPA/CYRIL ZINGARO
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The New Volkswagen T-Cross Breeze is on display during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/MARTIAL TREZZINI
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The New Porsche 718 Boxster S is on display during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/MARTIAL TREZZINI
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The New Porsche 911 R is on display during the press day at the 86th Geneva International Motor Show in Geneva, Switzerland, 01 March 2016. The Motor Show will open its gates to the public from 03 to 13 March presenting more than 200 exhibitors and more than 120 world and European premieres. EPA/MARTIAL TREZZINI
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