Does anyone else think that the annual North American International Auto Show is a little tainted this year with the boo-hoo of the Detroit 3 automakers saying they are broke? So when you are broke its supposed to be OK to party all week in Detroit and brag about how great everything is?
OK – I know that they made these plans – and probably already paid for most of it – months ago. It’s an annual thing. Maybe its the perfect confidence booster. Maybe they’ll be announcing some fantastic new cars that everyone will rush out to buy as soon as they hit the street. Let’s hope.
The interesting news in the Chicago Tribune from the Auto Show this morning is that they announced the “2009 Car of the Year” is the Hyundai Genesis. This is the first time Hyundai has won an award in the 15 years it has been producing automobiles. The Genesis is Hyundai’s top of the line sedan and maybe it’s worth considering if you are in the market for a new traditional car this year. Personally, I want to hold out for a new hybrid or total electric car. I’m hearing good things about plug in the car at night and go about 40 miles each day without having to buy gas. Now that’s what I’m talking about.