Geneva International Auto Show Ends After 119 Years
The iconic motor show is canceled permanently due to low participation and industry challenges, but its Qatar edition will continue.
Overview
- The Geneva International Motor Show first took place in 1905 and became a major event in the automotive industry.
- The show faced a decline in interest from manufacturers and visitors, exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.
- The 2024 edition saw only 37 exhibitors and 168,000 visitors, a significant drop from pre-pandemic numbers.
- Organizers cited competition from Paris and Munich shows and high investment costs as reasons for the cancellation.
- The Geneva International Motor Show Qatar will hold its next edition in Doha in November 2025.