Yes we know… Geneva was, like, a month ago. But, it can take time to let concepts sink in.

The following is our third and final part in the Geneva 08 series of reports: The CDF Choice Awards.

And it all starts with…

BEST CONCEPT

Renault Megane

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And so begins the second part of our look back at Geneva. This time, the focus is on…

Part 2: Interior Trends Read more

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Yes yes, I know. Geneva was so two weeks ago. However, we felt it necessary to compile our thoughts about the show for you into one handy-dandy report.

While Geneva may be Europe-specific, several trends begin there each year.

Read on for our findings, and let us know if you like these kinds of reports. If you (the readers) find these valuable, then we can continue writing these for auto & design shows as they come.

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We have had a few days now to digest what all went on last week and thought we would give our “best of” for the show. The funny thing is, after having a long weekend not thinking about the show, we couldn’t even come up with our favorites. To say the least the show this year was underwhelming. Nothing really sticks in our head as jaw dropping or I can’t wait to see it. Don’t get me wrong, all of the concepts looked really “good.”

With the industry in such tough times one could expect the conservative uproach to concept cars, but what better way to create some excitement and show that you still “got it.”

Anyway on to the awards……

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The concepts are rolling out and there have been some surprises. Chrysler is out in front with the most risk taking concepts. Whether good, bad or indifferent, it is nice to see something new. The domestics seem to be holding strong with unique styling and innovative design (Dodge Ram) while the imports are all about reaching into new categories and spreading their wealth. I will wait to give much of a design critique until I see the cars in person on Wednesday at the Design Forum. But here are some quick jabs at the newborns of first impressions.

List of top picks after the jump…. Read more