Opel's void stirs ghosts of Genevas past

Opel's old space at the show now is occupied by Aston Martin, Dacia and W Motors' Ioniq brand. (Richard Johnson)

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March 06, 2018 05:00 AM

CANADA01_303099952_H1_1_STEAZGPKYPNC.jpg Richard Johnson is Automotive News print editor.

GENEVA -- Back in Detroit, they can't stop talking about Mercedes-Benz's decision to skip the auto show next January, vacating its pride-of-place and always spectacular stand at a key entrance to the Cobo Hall show floor.

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