Silicon Valley International Auto Show 2010 slideshow commentary

Observations made while photographing the cars and making comparisons. Easily done while being so accessible and in close proximity to each other.

Click here for the review of the show.

Click here for the slideshow of the South Hall featuring custom and modified cars
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