2019 Annual Auto Show Report

T H E C O M M U N I C A T I O N S J O U R N E Y

Media Spotlight MEDIA BLITZ KICKS-OFF WITH 5-DAY SHOWCASE OF SENSATIONAL CARS AND TRUCKS ON ‘LIVE WITH KELLY & RYAN’ Unique among auto shows, the New York Auto Show once again featured a weeklong series on “Live with Kelly and Ryan” featuring 20 debut vehicles. The top-rated morning show—with viewership averaging 5 million per episode and ranking #1 in all major markets—showcased some of the hottest trends in the world of cars. Every morning, during the week of April 15-19, “Live” gave viewers a special sneak preview of the 2019 exhibition with “New York Auto ShowWeek.”

THURSDAY, APRIL 18: SUVs and Crossovers

MONDAY, APRIL 15: Fun and Fast

The week kicked off with a look at those “fun and fast” cars, including the world debut of the Nissan 50th Anniversary 370Z.

Several new models of the always- popular crossovers and SUVs were unveiled, including the world debut of the latest Lincoln Corsair, Hyundai Venue and Toyota Highlander.

TUESDAY, APRIL 16: Sedans Always a classic, the sedan

FRIDAY, APRIL 19: Rugged Yet Refined

category showcased the Acura TLX PMC, Mazda 3, Cadillac CT5, and Hyundai Sonata.

Rugged and refined vehicles closed out this year’s “New York Auto Show Week” with the Jeep Gladiator and three others.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17: Electric

“Live” put the spotlight on electric cars. Three new electrics, including the Audi e-tron, made their television debut.

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