Lalita Chemello's discussions

I am imagining a world just as organized and it’s a beautiful, beautiful place.  Read more

I, too, pondered this one as a suggestion. But, it’s RWD... Read more

Ok, you got a star for that one.  Read more

I think there is definitely room for having more talking points on both sides. I can say, I am not at all pro-oil by any means. But I do think everyone wanted an answer, and decided “sure, EVs!” I think that there are multiple solutions that would be much more beneficial to our earth, the atmosphere, wallets and… Read more

This isn’t even a sliver of what the Barbie brand offered in terms of cars. I agree -- she had some cool ones. It’s overwhelming the amount of commercials there are for them, and I watched all of them. Read more

Actually, there will be two. But at least you’ll still, likely never see it. Read more

I feel the same way. It’s oddly tasteful for being 1) a Maserati and 2) Barbie Pink. Read more

I totally agree. But this is what the brains behind M & M have brought us. For now.  Read more

You make an excellent point. I’ve never been fond of dealer/trade shows. And unfortunately, the businesses putting them together, charge a lot for you to be a part of it. You would likely get more for your money putting it towards social sites and influencers, rather than trade shows. That’s just the reality of it.
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I honestly like the dinosaurs, and the duck. I swear, I do swear I’m an adult.... Read more

I mean, I have, but also just as an insider... Read more

I often think of this, and you have a fair point. It’s a love-hate thing, because you don’t want to increase the environmental impact... but at the same time, this is a way for the people not in the industry, to get their hands on cars of the future. Which has always been kind of the game for all auto shows across the… Read more

I did not catch that. YIKES. Read more

shanepj13, I totally agree. Not to say that we as journalists, or those on social can’t provide a good review or look at a vehicle. But the ability to see and feel the cars yourselves, the tactile experience (like we’ve lost in buttons to screens)... makes a huge difference. To be fair, a lot of automakers have been… Read more

Also, NAIAS Media and Industry Days were FILLED with people. You would have to fight through crowds of 4-10 people deep just to maybe get a glimpse of a car, on a Tuesday, or Wednesday or THURSDAY.
MEDIA used to go to the auto show. The industry too. It’s not just the public days that are hurting. Read more

Honestly that’s one of my favorite things to watch. Clipboards in hand, while they look closely at the weirdest parts and places.  Read more

Definitely going to check those out. Read more

I totally believe you would wait for a front seat! I never did on that one, as my fear of heights usually talked me out of it. Read more

Ah, you are not wrong!  Read more

You make a fine point. We may have stepped into another era… Read more