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First staged in 1901, the Chicago Auto Show is the largest auto show in North America and has been held more times than any other auto exposition on the continent. This year marks the 117th edition of the Chicago Auto Show.

 
  • A Turismo Spyder concept, based on the 4-passenger subcompact Plymouth Horizon TC3, was center stage in the Chrysler-Plymouth exhibit. The two-seat Spyder had a 96.7-inch wheelbase, and was 173 inches long. A 2.2-liter Chrysler-built 4-cylinder engine supplied the power. Showgoers were asked about the Spyder moniker, and encouraged to submit other names for the vehicle at the show. Production was contemplated, but the prototype was eventually shelved.