Auto Expo 2018: 24 new launches, but Ford, Nissan, Bajaj, VW to give a miss

Companies are unlikely to participate due to a rise in participation cost even though the rental remains the same

The Auto Expo Motor Show 2018, which is scheduled to be held from February 7-8, will see over 100 vehicle previews, including 24 new launches, compared to around 15 during the last show. 

This comes at a time when several companies are unlikely to participate due to a rise in participation cost, including stage set-up and interiors, according to media reports. 

Some of the brands, which are going to give miss are Bajaj Auto, Harley-Davidson, Royal Enfield, Volkswagen Group, Ford, Nissan among others. 

Of the few top brands that are missing the show, the reasons vary from lack of offerings