The reasons were lack of interest from automakers as well as the uncertain situation over the control of the coronavirus, the Geneva International Motor Show Foundation said. A 2022 show was not confirmed.

Strategies to ensure the safety of attendees will include contactless payments, hand sanitizing stations and outdoor events that allow people to spread out.

Automakers' worries over the continuing fallout from the pandemic and a loan dispute between event organizers and authorities could jeopardize the auto show next year.

The show, which was initially set for early April and is typically used to unveil many new vehicles, was previously postponed until August.