mo4ch:>Could the coronavirus kill off global motor shows?

Could the coronavirus kill off global motor shows?By Justin HarperBBC News 5 March 2020 Related TopicsCoronavirus outbreak Image copyrightBMWSeveral major car brands have launched new models exclusively online after the Geneva Motor Show was cancelled due to the coronavirus.If the unveilings are seen as being successful it could mark a shift away from big industry events.Audi, BMW and Mercedes-Benz have live-streamed new models on their own channels as an alternative to the show.Car makers have been hit hard as the virus has affected supply chains and consumer demand.BMW was one of the major brands that had planned to launch new models at the Geneva Motor Show, which was due to open to the public today. It is one of the most important events in the global car industry's calendar. Instead, the German luxury car maker held a "digital press conference" to unveil its i4 electric concept car, while Mercedes-Benz announced its new E-Class in a similar way on Tuesday.The motor show…