The Charlotte International Auto Show is an annual event organized by The Greater Charlotte Automobile Dealers Association and taking place in Charlotte, North Carolina’s largest city, that showcases the very best of automotive offerings to Charlotteans. The 2009 edition of the show is all set to take place at the Charlotte Convention Center, located at 501 S. College Street, Charlotte, NC 28202, between November 19-22, and it promises nearly 280,000 square feet of exhibits and features.

Over 400 new vehicles are expected to be on display at the show, with attendees getting an opportunity to see at what is new and exciting in the automotive world, including a special “green room” and cars depicting the history of the automobile.

The show will kick off with a special Charity Preview Night on Wednesday evening, 6:30 pm – 9 pm,  on November 18, 2009 which will give show goers the opportunity to support the Charlotte Rescue Mission while attending one of the largest Auto Shows in the Carolinas. Larry Sprinkle of WCNC will be emceeing the Live Auction on the Preview Night, proceeds of which will benefit the Charlotte Rescue Mission.

All major automobile manufacturers of the country are expected to be there at the show to showcase their latest offerings, your favorite Chevy include. Other noteworthy mentions would include Aston Martin, Audi, BMW, Cobra, Dodge, Ferrari, Ford, GMC Truck, Honda, Hyundai, Jaguar, Maserati, Mercedes, Porsche, Scion, Subaru, Toyota and Volkswagen.

A Fiery Camaro on display at one of the previous editions of the show

You can view the Floor Plan of the show on this page. You will notice that your favorite Chevy folks would be in Hall A-1, occupying maximum floor area of 19,791 square feet, from amongst all other exhibitors at the show.

Tickets for the show cost $8 each, for adults and children aged 13 and above. Children 12 and under gain free admission into the show. For educational and non-profit groups, there are discounted tickets available for which you would need to contact the Show Office in advance. All tickets for the show can not only be purchased at the venue, they can also be bought online, on the website of the show, on this page. By purchasing online, you not only save the hassle of buying tickets at the venue, you also save cash, as online, each ticket is sold at $6 each instead of $8.

View a Video from the 2007 edition of the show, here:

In case you do not have the means to purchase online (for instance, you do not have a valid credit card) or for some reason do not wish to purchase and pay online, do not fret; the website also has discounted coupons on it which you can take a print out of here and again save $2 by gaining entry into the show at $6 each.

Timings for the show are Thursday and Friday: 12:00 Noon – 10:00 p.m; Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m; and Sunday: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Former GM Chief, Rick Wagoner, speaking at one of the previous editions of the show

The Primary Sponsors of the show are Charlotte Observer, Cars.com, Bank of America, Wachovia, WSOC-TV, Metrotech Chemicals, Fox Charlotte, and WBTV.

With so much on offer, this is one show you would definitely not want to miss, especially as a die-hard Chevy fan, and all the new and upcoming Chevys on display, for you to drool over…and maybe caress too!

The San Antonio International Auto and Truck Show is an annual event taking place in San Antonio, Texas wherein national and international automobile manufacturers and dealers gather to showcase their latest offerings.

The 41st San Antonio International Auto and Truck Show is scheduled for the period between Thursday, November 19 2009 through to Sunday, November 22, 2009. The venue is the renowned Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center – the preferred destination for most conferences and similar gatherings in San Antonio, located on the city’s famous Riverwalk.

Finishing touches to the Chevy podium before the arrival of your fave Chevy on it

Organized by the San Antonio Automobile Dealers Association (SAADA), the show will showcase all of the major cars and trucks that are to hit the city (and the country as a whole!) in 2010. Established 91 years back in 1918, the SAADA represents seventy one franchised new car and truck dealers in San Antonio and the surrounding area. The SAADA endeavors to build public awareness and knowledge relating to the business of selling new motor vehicles. Its goal is to participate in any productive activity that will strengthen positive relationships between its members and customers, and enhance the SAADA image, increasing productivity as well as profitability.

The schedule of the show is 2 pm to 10 pm, on the first two days of the show, viz. Thursday, November 19th and Friday, November 20th. The next day, i.e. Saturday, November 21st, the show will be on from 10 am to 10 pm. On the final day, viz. Sunday, November 22nd, the show will be open from 12 pm to 7 pm.

Visitors Thronging the Chevy counter

Tickets for the show can be purchased directly at the venue. Tickets cost $8 for adults and children over the age of 11. Children 10 and under are admitted free. Senior citizens as well as active/retired military personnel can get the ticket at $6 only. To avail of special discounts on tickets, log on to the website of the show, on this page. Herein, you can print discount coupons – one for a dollar off the admission price and another for free parking at Alamodome Lot B. There are no other discounts. Tickets would be sold till 9:30 pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, while on Sunday, no tickets will be sold after 6:30 pm.

The contact person for the show is Courtney DeLee who can be reached on courtneydelee@saautodealers.com. By post or personally, you could reach out at 4414 Centerview Drive Suite 140, San Antonio, Texas 78228 while to contact over the phone, dial the Office on (210) 732-9647 or by Fax on (210) 732-3923.

Chevy lovers – to easily and quickly know where your fave Chevys would be located at the show, refer to the floor plan of the show on this page.

The 2010 Indianapolis Auto Show (Click here for the Auto Show link) will be held between the period December 26, 2009 to January 1, 2010, at the Indiana Convention Center (Click here for Maps and Directions) in Indianapolis, Indiana. In its 96th Annual Edition (Yes, you read it correct – 96! The show is slated to celebrate 100 years of its existence in a few years from now, with celebrations for it lined up galore), the show is expected to feature over 375.000 sq. feet of exhibit space for vehicles and automotive products.

Rear View of the Chevrolet Camaro seen above - A True American Revolution

Approximately 450 vehicles are expected to be on display, with the exhibits featuring 39 different makes of domestic and import automobiles and trucks. The show is organized and coordinated by the Indianapolis Automobile Trade Association which is an organization of 95 franchised new car and truck dealers in the Greater Indianapolis area. Additionally, the show is presented by The Indianapolis Star.

The Chevrolet Camaro, on display at the 2009 Indianapolis Auto Show

Timings for the show would be 11 am to 9 pm, between the period, Saturday, December 26 to Wednesday, December 30 while between Thursday, December 31 and Friday, January 1, it would be 11 am to 6 pm. Tickets would be priced at $7 for adults, with children under the age of 12 being admitted free of charge, provided they are accompanied by an adult. Also, all U.S. active military personnel would be granted free entry to the show, as long as they have their IDs with them. Ditto is the case with active duty police and fire department personnel, as long as they carry their IDs.

As a participant, you not only get to witness the latest cars and trucks that are displayed at the show, you also stand to win a brand new Toyota RAV4.

Rear View of the Chevrolet Camaro, on display at the 2009 Indianapolis Auto Show

For any information or queries, you can contact the Indianapolis Automobile Trade Association on (317) 266-8455. The relevant personal contact for the show is Mark Harrison, Ed Martin Pontiac-GMC, Inc. who was the 2009 Association President as well as the Chairman of the 2010 Auto Show. Additionally, Marty Murphy is the General Manager of the show. If in case your concern is parking at the show, leave that concern aside as ample parking arrangements would be made at the facilities surrounding the Indiana Convention Center.

Chevy lovers – after seeing the gorgeous pictures above, do you still need a reason to be there at the 2010 Indianapolis Auto Show??

The North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) (Homepage) is an annual auto show, held at the Cobo Center in Detroit, Michigan. It is among the largest and most prestigious auto shows, not only in North America but the entire automotive world across the globe. In all, over 700 vehicles are expected to be on display at the show.

The history of the show dates back to 1907 when the first auto show was held at the Beller’s Beer Garden at Riverside Park, in Detroit, Michigan. From then on, the show has continued unabated, except during the World War (and its aftermath) afflicted period of 1943-1952. The show has been held at the same Cobo Center venue since 1961. The significance of the show gathers further steam, due to the presence of the ‘Big Three’ giants of the American automobile industry, Ford, General Motors (GM) and Chrysler, in the Greater Detroit Metropolitan Area.

The 2010 edition of the show is slated for the period between January 11-24, 2010. As has been the general norm, the first two days, January 11-12 would be earmarked for Press Previews. This would be followed by two days of Industry Preview, for stalwarts of the industry, between January 13-14. The next day, January 15, is slated to be Charity Preview day. On this day, proceeds from the event directly benefit a wide range of children’s charities. The concept of a Charity Preview day has also been observed since long at the show. Finally, the show would be thrown open to the general public, for 9 days, between the period January 16-24, 2010.

This year’s show (in early 2009) was attended by over 650,000 people from the general public. Moreover, in terms of an economic contribution, the show added $350 million to Metro Detroit’s kitty, as per estimates of David Sowerby, C.F.A., portfolio manager and chief market analyst at Loomis Sayles & Co. [Many more statistics from this year's show here]

Outside Cobo Center, the venue of the North American International Auto Show

Premier sponsors of the 2010 North American International Auto Show are Delta Air Lines, DENSO, Johnson Controls, KPMG, Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC), Michelin, and ZF Group. Official sponsors are AutoTrader.com, one of the Internet’s leading auto classifieds marketplace and consumer information websites, and Microsoft/MSN Autos, which is an easy-to-use, comprehensive, online automotive resource for researching, buying and owning cars. State Farm Insurance is an additional sponsor of the show.

The 2010 edition of the North American International Auto Show would be privy to the 9th Annual Michelin Challenge Design competition wherein hundreds of individual designers, teams, studios, and companies from over 50 countries would submit full-size vehicles, scale models and computer-generated renderings to compete in this prestigious challenge. The jury for the competition would include top international designers from across the world, who represent global automotive, independent and academic design communities.

There is also the Eyes On Design competition which would honor the most significant automotive designs on display at NAIAS 2010. These awards endeavor to recognize the skill and creativity of some of the most gifted automobile designers of today, using parameters such as Aesthetics and Innovation, Concept Implementation, Functionality and Spirit of Industrial Design.

Press Briefings during the 2009 North American International Auto Show

Visitors to the show also get a chance to participate in numerous competitions, such as the Photo Contest, which commences from the 19th of January till the end of the show, on the 24th of January. Herein, you can submit your original pictures taken during your visit to the show, of any of the automobiles on display as well as snapshots of the show. Prizes include an official North American International Auto Show 2010 poster (ARV $200) as well as an opportunity to have their photo highlighted on the NAIAS and WWJ Newsradio 950 websites.

High school students in the Michigan area have the opportunity to participate in the NAIAS 2010 Poster Contest wherein they get an opportunity to be a part of one of the world’s most prestigious and premier auto shows, by designing posters for it, and also stand to win attractive prizes for their efforts.

So, what’s in it for all you Chevy fans and lovers? Well, lots! You get to see the latest offerings – what the bow-tie dudes have got lined up for you, and help you make up your mind for the best Chevy suited to you – in the best manner! Could you ask for more?

The 2009 Sacramento International Auto Show, presented by the Central Valley New Car Dealers Association and produced by Castle Communications, will showcase literally hundreds of upcoming 2010 vehicles. The show is scheduled for 12-15 November 2009, Friday through Sunday, at Cal Expo Buildings A, B, C, D, Pavilion & Auto Show Annex, All Buildings, at Sacramento, California. Partners of the show include California Highway Patrol (CHP), the Golden 1 Credit Union, Sierra College, Professional Automotive Training Center (PATC), American River College (ARC), and Cosumnes River College (CRC).

There are attractions galore at the show, including but not limited to display of hundreds of 2010 vehicles in a non-selling environment. In addition, there are on-site rides and drives, of Chevrolet (Chevy lovers – take note!) and Ford vehicles in particular. The future of automotives – hybrids and fuel cell vehicles would also be on display at the show, in addition to various other alternative fuel transportation modes. The fun does not stop there – you can be privy to race cars, street rods, hot rods, horseless carriages, art cars. The kids too can expect to have a roar of a time, with a kid’s time out play area, specially designated for them.

A Toyota Prius on display at the Go For Green pavilion of the 2008 Sacramento International Auto Show

Chevy lovers would be delighted to witness the all new 2010 Chevrolet Camaro on display, as one of the featured models of the show. Other featured models at the 2009 Sacramento International Auto Show would include (in alphabetical order) the Acura MDX, Buick Lacrosse, Cadillac SRX, Chrysler Sebring, Dodge, Ford Taurus, GMC Terrain, Honda CRV, Hyundai Genesis Coupe, Infiniti, Jeep, Kia, Lexus RX350, Lincoln MKT, Mazda 3, Mercury Milan Hybrid, Nissan, Scion XD, Subaru Legacy, and the Toyota Camry.

Alternative vehicles at the show would include the 2010 Can-am Spyder RS as well as the 2010 Can-am Spyder RT-S. Golf carts from Gilchrist would also be a special attraction at the show. Incidentally, Gilchrist Golf Cars (Know more about the company here) offers a significant variety of used golf carts, custom golf carts, new electric vehicles, and golf cart rentals in the Sacramento, Roseville, Lincoln and Gold Country areas. Their specialty lies in refurbished Club Car Precedents and have actually used cars available in Club Car, EzGo, and Yamaha models. The company also happens to be an authorized dealer for Cruise Car, a line of new golf cars that include solar charging canopy tops. Lastly, on display among alternative vehicles, would be scooters of various kinds.

A Club Car DS Model 2-Passenger from Gilchrist Golf Cars

Likewise, a select list of automotive dealers representing the vehicles mentioned above includes Autowest Jeep, Autowest Chrysler, Carmichael Honda, Downtown Ford, Elk Grove Honda, Folsom Chevrolet, Folsom Lake Ford, Future Nissan, Hubacher Auto Center, John L. Sullivan Chevrolet, Lexus of Sacramento, Magnussen’s Auburn Scion, Maita Chevrolet, Maita Toyota, Mel Rapton Honda, Nissan of Elk Grove, Performance Chevrolet, Reliable Buick, Roseville BMW, Shingle Springs Honda, Swift Kia in Davis, Swift Dodge in Sacramento, University Honda, Valley BMW, and Valley Lexus. Just to reiterate, please note that this list is partial and only representative, with more dealers expected to be there at the show to showcase their latest offerings.

Tickets to the show are easily available at the door, for a mere $10 for adults. Children 12 and under would be admitted free of charge on Friday and Saturday. With Sunday being Family Day, along with a parent’s paid admission, children under 16 would be admitted free.

Incidentally, all auto lovers would be delighted to know that the Sacramento International Auto Show is in fact one of Sacramento’s largest charity events; till date, it has generated over $1.8 million towards numerous children and education specific causes. Therefore, all delegates, visitors and other concerned entities at the show can be rest assured that they are participating in an event that not only informs and educates the public about the latest and upcoming automotive offerings in the market, it also gives back to society in a very big way.

So, if you are an auto enthusiast, in and around Sacramento, book yourself for the 2009 Sacramento International Auto Show today! You could buy discounted tickets for the show here.

The Alabama International Auto Show is an annual event held at the Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex, in Birmingham, Alabama, which showcases the best of domestic and imported cars and trucks that are available in the United States [To see an Introductory Video to the event and the Birmingham Automobile Dealers Association, click here].

This year’s event is scheduled for November 12-15 2009, [For exact timings and schedule, click here] wherein you are likely to witness a comprehensive offering of all significant 2010 models including domestic and import cars, light trucks, SUV’s, Hybrid vehicles of all sizes, and vans. Over 400 automotive offerings from manufacturers from all across the world are expected to take up space at the venue, sprawling across 230,000 square feet of area, with another 90,000 square feet, specifically meant for those wanting to test drive Buick and GMC vehicles (Chevy owners and lovers – take note!) at the Buick-GMC Experience. Sponsored by Buick-GMC dealers in the Central Alabama region, the Buick-GMC Experience would see all those taking test drives of Buick and GMC vehicles winning surprise gifts too!

This year’s event will in fact be the largest consumer show that the entire state of Alabama has ever witnessed, with all levels of the Civic Center being taken up by the Auto Show.Virtually every major car and truck line will be represented at the event.

Promotional Poster for the 2007 Edition of the Alabama International Auto Show

Additionally, product specialists, representatives of manufacturers, financial institutions, as well as concerned entities from the Birmingham Automobile Dealers Association will be present at the event, ensuring that every relevant source of information is there for the assistance of visitors.Whether you are looking for product assistance, comparison of features, safety standards or any other aspect on which you would like to be informed, you can be assured that you would be suitably enlightened.

The event is sponsored by the Birmingham Automobile Dealers Association (BADA), and produced by Alabama Auto Shows, Inc.  Brett D. McBrayer CAE, President and Executive Producer of BADA and Alabama Auto Shows, INC. respectively is the primary contact for the event, who can be reached on (205) 980-0540.

Sponsors of the 2009 Edition of the Alabama International Auto Show

If as a Chevy lover, located in and around the Birmingham area, you happen to be looking for the lowdown on all the latest offerings from the Chevy stable, you can be rest assured that this would be the perfect place for that.

So, looking forward to seeing you there, bow-tie in tow!

The Glenmoor Gathering of Significant Automobiles [Homepage] is an annual event held at the sprawling Glenmoor Country Club of Canton, Ohio which honors and celebrates automobiles – both cars and bikes, from yesteryears which have stood the test of time and have been well preserved by their owners.

The 15th edition of the Glenmoor Gathering of Significant Automobiles was held between September 18-20 2009 at the above venue, where a 1930 Duesenberg J convertible coupe by Hibbard & Darrin owned by the “OFF Brothers” – Ron Elenbaas and Bill Johnson of Richland, Michigan — received top honors. There were over 200 motorcars and motrocycles on display at this year’s event. Highlights of this year’s event included the cars owned by Mr. Edsel Ford, the only son of Ford Motors founder, Henry Ford. Among these cars were a batch of 10 vintage 1934 Ford hot rods, including the Pierson Brothers coupe as well as the So-Cal Speed Shop coupe.

A 1934 Ford Piersen Brothers hot rod, on display at the gathering

Other cars that stood out at the event included “French Front” offerings such as sweeping front Renaults and Franklins,  immensely popular during their time.

Since its inception, attendance at this year’s event was the largest that the gathering has ever witnessed. Individuals honored at this year’s event included the aforementioned Mr. Edsel Ford as well as Alice Ramsey who became the first woman to drive across the United States in an automobile, back in 1909. In accordance, a 1909 Maxwell – exactly as Alice’s, and restored by Richard Anderson of Washington State , was on display. Moreover, this ast summer saw the car being driven by Richard’s daughter, Emily, on exactly the same route as Alice’s.

There was automotive artwork on display at the event too, with 10 artists showcasing their work and putting it up for sale. The poster for this year’s event was conceptualized and designed by Camilo Pardo, an internationally renowned automotive artist and former automotive designer whose claim to fame includes the redesign of the legendary GT-40 from Ford’s stable.

The Poster for the 2009 Edition of the Glenmoor Gathering of Significant Automobiles, designed by Camilo Pardo

Significantly, beneficiaries of the event included the Mercy Medical Center in Canton and Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital. Proceeds from the event would not only help raise money and awareness to fund patient care programs, it would also contribute towards research and education, community outreach, and providing the latest technology to both these  prominent hospitals.

Last year’s (2008) event was special for Chevy lovers as it celebrated 100 years of the parent company, General Motors’ inception, back in 1908. GM’s offerings showcased at the event included the rare Elmore Model 30 – powered by a three-cylinder motor that offered 24 horsepower, a 1939 LaSalle Series 50 and a 1966 Pontiac GTO Coupe. Both the LaSalle and the Pontiac were granted the ‘Best in Class’ award at the event.

Next year’s event is scheduled for September 17-19 2010 [Click here for the exact schedule, as tentatively planned]. Look forward to seeing you there!