General Motors hopes for New York Auto Show boost

General Motors has unveiled a number of new models at the New York Auto Show as the company aims to boost its fortunes, following a government bailout.

The car-maker displayed an updated Chevy classic and a new Cadillac.

Sales of the two brands are crucial for GM as it works to guarantee its long term survival. The company also announced that it was closing a plant in Germany.

The BBC's Michelle Fleury reports from New York.

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