Auto shows Auto shows An auto show or motor show is a public gathering of automobile manufacturers which includes demonstrations of current automobile models, new debuts, and concept cars. Most auto shows are regular annual or biennial occurrences. A few of the shows have become very important to the industry for their publicity value, while others are more important to local dealers wanting to bring consumers into their showrooms. ...more on Wikipedia about "Auto show"
The Chicago Auto Show is held annually in February at Chicago's McCormick Place convention complex. It is the largest auto show in North America (1.2 million sq. ft - 111,500 M sq.) and the third largest in the world (Frankfurt is #1 and Paris is #2, although those shows are held every other year). The Chicago Auto Show has lately seen a growing number of important introductions, and in 2007 will join the list of shows sanctioned by by the OICA Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d'Automobiles. ...more on Wikipedia about "Chicago Auto Show"
A Concours d'Elegance (from French meaning a competition of elegance) is a competition between automobile owners to be judged on the appearance of their automobiles. These are commonly held at auto shows or after racing competition. ...more on Wikipedia about "Concours d'Elegance"
The Middle East International Motor Show (also called the Dubai Motor Show) is an annual auto show held at the Emirate of Dubai, in the United Arab Emirates. It attracts major car makers, modifiers and suppliers from around the world. ...more on Wikipedia about "Dubai Motor Show"
The Greater Los Angeles Auto Show is an annual auto show that takes place at the Los Angeles Convention Center in Los Angeles, California. The show has been held annually since 1907. The first show took place at Morley's Skating Rink in downtown Los Angeles, just four blocks from the current Convention Center location. ...more on Wikipedia about "Greater Los Angeles Auto Show"
The International Motor Show or Internationale Automobil-Ausstellung (IAA) is the world's largest motor show. It is held biannually in Frankfurt, Germany and is thus usually known as the Frankfurt Motor Show in English. The IAA is organized by the Association of the German Automotive Industry (VDA). Since 1992 the show is split in two: Even numbered years show commercial cars in Hannover and odd numbered years passenger vehicles (including some motrocycles) in Frankfurt. The show is scheduled by the Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d'Automobiles, which considers it a major international auto show. ...more on Wikipedia about "Internationale Automobil-Ausstellung"
The Mondial de l'Automobile (Paris Motor Show in English) is a bi-annual auto show in Paris. Held in late September, it is one of the most important auto shows, often with many new production automobile and concept car debuts. The show was the first motor show in the world, started in 1898 by industry pioneer, Albert de Dion. The show takes place in Paris Expo in Porte de Versailles. The Mondial is scheduled by the Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d'Automobiles, which considers it a major international auto show. ...more on Wikipedia about "Mondial de l'Automobile"
The Mondial de l'Automobile ( auto show of Paris, France) 2004 took place from 25 september to 10 october 2004, in Paris Expo, Porte de Versailles. There was the exhibition of L'Automobile et la bande dessinée (the car and the stripbook) in Palace 8. ...more on Wikipedia about "Mondial de l'Automobile 2004"
The Nashville International Auto and Truck Show occurs each January at the Nashville Convention Center, in Nashville, Tennessee. It is part of the regular circuit of auto shows in the United States and most major manufacturers exhibit there. Firms with assembly facilities in the Middle Tennessee area, such as Nissan and Saturn are particularly well represented. ...more on Wikipedia about "Nashville International Auto and Truck Show"
The New York International Auto Show is an annual auto show held in the last week of March. ...more on Wikipedia about "New York International Auto Show"
The North American International Auto Show (previously called the Detroit Auto Show and often abbreviated NAIAS) is an annual automobile show (or auto show) that occurs every year in Detroit, Michigan. The first auto show occurred in Detroit in 1907 at Beller's Beer Garden at Riverside Park and has been held every year except 1943- 1952. It was renamed the North American International Auto Show in 1989. Since 1965, it has been held at Cobo Center where it occupies 1 million square feet (93,000 m²) of floor space. The show is particularly important because Detroit is the location of the headquarters of the Big Three American automakers, Chrysler, Ford, and General Motors. ...more on Wikipedia about "North American International Auto Show"
The Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance is an automotive charitable event held each year on the Pebble Beach Golf Links in Pebble Beach, California. A Concours d’Elegance ( French, literally "a gathering of elegance.") is an event open to classic and vintage cars in which they are judged for originality, function and presentation. Classes are commonly broken down by type, marque (manufacturer), coachbuilder, country of origin, or time period. Traditionally a car is selected a as "The Best of Show" from among the various class winners. Class judges are usually experts on a particular category or manufacturer. Each year a number of honorary judges, generally individuals who have made significant contributions to the automotive industry or motorsports, participate as well. ...more on Wikipedia about "Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance"
The Geneva Salon International de l'Auto (or Geneva Motor Show) is an annual auto show held in March. The show started in 1905. The show is held at Palexpo, a giant convention center. The Salon is scheduled by the Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d'Automobiles, which considers it a major international auto show. ...more on Wikipedia about "Salon International de l'Auto"
The Scarsdale Concours (d'Elegance) is an annual car show and contest hosted by the Scarsdale High School's Auto Club. The Show takes place in the center of the Town of Scarsdale, New York and has over 100 exotic cars ranging from the origins of companies such as Ferrari to their most current models such as the Ferrari Enzo Ferrari. The show is a fundraiser for charity and in 2004 it raised over $17,000 for The United Way of Westchester. The money for charity is made from the donations of sponsors, voluntary admission donations, and a dinner for the owners of the cars on display. The 2005 took place on May 15 and benefited The United Way, Habitat for Humanity and Kellner Family Liver Disease Foundation. Over $45,000 was raised for charity. ...more on Wikipedia about "Scarsdale Concours d'Elegance"
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The Tokyo Motor Show is an annual auto show held in November in Tokyo, Japan. It is a recognized international show by the Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d'Automobiles, and normally sees more concept cars than actual production car introductions. ...more on Wikipedia about "Tokyo Motor Show"
The Woodward Dream Cruise is a classic car festival held annually on the third Saturday of August. The festival spans much of Woodward Avenue from Pontiac through Ferndale in Oakland County, Michigan, all the way to the State Fair Grounds inside the Detroit city limits, just south of 8 Mile Road. The portions of Woodward within the city of Detroit are not involved in the Cruise festival. ...more on Wikipedia about "Woodward Dream Cruise"
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