An auto show , also known as a motor show or car show , is a public exhibition of current automobile models, debuts, concept cars , or out-of-production classics. It is attended by automotive industry representatives, dealers, auto journalists and car enthusiasts. Most auto shows occur once or twice a year. They are important to car manufacturers and local dealers as a public relations exercise, as they advertise new products and promote auto brands. The five most prestigious auto shows, sometimes called the " Big Five ", are generally considered to be held in Detroit , Frankfurt , Geneva , Paris and Tokyo . Car enthusiast communities along the historic U.S. Route 66 are credited with general popularization of car meets, including ethnic groups such as the Hispanos of New Mexico , Chicanos , and Mexican-Americans of the Southwestern United States ; lowrider , high technology , electric vehicle , and other enthusiast show, are popular in Los Angeles , Las Vegas , Albuquerque , San Francisco , and Chicago for this reason.
13-603: The New York International Auto Show is an annual auto show that is held in Manhattan , New York City in late March or early April. It is held at the Jacob Javits Convention Center . It usually opens on or just before Easter weekend and closes on the first Sunday after Easter. The show has been held annually since 1900. It was the first automotive exhibition in North America. The show
26-510: A variety of vehicles ranging from private to commercial. The International Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers organizes many auto shows, including the Big Five. These shows all have an advertising purpose. They are held as part of the sales strategy of the manufacturers. There are other car shows that are organized by car enthusiast associations, automobile dealers, retail businesses, charitable organizations, or municipalities. There
39-780: Is no generally accepted term for these more common events. Manufacturer car shows typically showcase vehicles currently being manufactured and available for purchase. Enthusiast car shows showcase individually owned vehicles, that are not currently being manufactured, and that are not available for purchase. Enthusiast car shows have rules of entry, limiting the types of vehicles that may be shown, e.g. classic cars , hot rods , single-models (Corvette, Packard, Mustang, etc.), type of vehicle (station wagons, pickup trucks, orphan brands, etc…) Enthusiast car shows usually draw their entries locally. There are many car shows in various localities across many nations. Some may even be free to go to. Bus Too Many Requests If you report this error to
52-730: The LA Auto Show in November. Mazda announced production of the 2013 CX-5 compact crossover, to be revealed at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September. The 2010 show was held from April 2 through April 11, with press preview days on March 31 and April 1. The 2009 show was held from April 10 until April 19, with press preview days on April 8 and April 9. The 2008 show was held from March 21 until March 30, with press preview days on March 19 and March 20. The 2007 show
65-683: The 2014 Nissan NV200 Taxi, the New York City " Taxi of Tomorrow ", on the evening before show press days began. It was on display at the show as well. The 2011 show was held from April 22 through May 1, with press preview days on April 20 and April 21. Infiniti announced production of the JX mid-size crossover, to be revealed as a concept at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance in August, and in production form at
78-504: The Center being on standby for the foreseeable future. They also announced that the organizers would focus on the 2021 show instead. The 2019 show was held from April 19 through April 28, with press preview days on April 17 and 18. The 2018 show was held from March 30 through April 8, with press preview days on March 28 and 29. The 2017 show was held from April 14 through April 23, with press preview days on April 12 and 13. The 2016 show
91-471: The following introductions: The 2000 show saw the following introductions: 40°45′28″N 74°0′9″W / 40.75778°N 74.00250°W / 40.75778; -74.00250 Auto show Some auto shows have more than just cars including: all sorts of other vehicles. The types of vehicles can include buses , trucks and almost any other types of vehicles such as Auto Expo in Delhi brings
104-463: The show, there are automobile related conferences, forums, symposiums, and other gatherings. The ten day event contribution to economy of the City and State is estimated to be in the hundreds of millions of dollars. The 2024 show will be held from March 29–April 7, with press preview days on March 27 and 28. The 2023 show was held from April 7–16, with press preview days on April 5 and 6. The 2022 show
117-833: Was held at the New York Coliseum from 1956 to 1987 when the show moved to the Javits Center. Before the show opens every year, several auto companies debut new production and concept vehicles for the press. In addition, the Greater New York Auto Dealers Association (GNYADA) and the International Motor Press Association (IMPA) host corporate meetings and events. The World Car Awards typically announces its annual award winners as part of these events. In addition to individual programs during
130-421: Was held from April 15–24, with press preview days on April 13 and 14. This year marked the first time the auto show contained micromobility exhibits. The 2021 show was scheduled to take place from August 20–29, 2021. However, it was again canceled, due to COVID-19 Delta variant . The 2020 show was previous scheduled to be held from August 28 through September 6, with press preview days on August 26 and 27. It
143-406: Was held from April 6 until April 15, with press preview days on April 4 and April 5. The 2006 show was held from April 14 until April 23, with press preview days on April 12 and April 13. The 2005 show saw the following introductions: The 2004 show saw the following introductions: The 2003 show saw the following introductions: The 2002 show saw the following introductions: The 2001 show saw
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#1732772804736156-537: Was held from March 25 through April 3, with press preview days on March 23 and 24. The 2015 show was held from April 3 through April 12, with press preview days on April 1 and 2. The 2014 show was held from April 18 through April 27, with press preview days on April 16 and 17. The 2013 show was held from March 29 through April 7, with press preview days on March 27 and 28. The 2012 show was held from April 6 through April 15, with press preview days on April 4 and 5. Ram 1500 (facelift) Nissan also introduced
169-492: Was originally scheduled for April 10 through 19, but on March 10, it was postponed to late August due to the coronavirus pandemic . Planned introductions included the production Lucid Air and a hydrogen-powered supercar from newcomer Hyperion Motors. On May 22, 2020, the organizers announced that the 2020 show would be canceled due to the Convention Center continuing to be used as an active makeshift hospital, with
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