Most people think an auto show is for the “fancy stuff.” Joe Koch says that’s backwards. In this Auto Collabs episode from Public Policy Day 2026, he breaks down why the Washington, D.C. Auto Show is a practical tool for affordability-era shopping: see everything from ~$30K to $300K+ in one place, and compare without burning a week driving dealership to dealership. If you care about how shoppers make decisions in 2026, watch the full episode at the link in our bio.