Philadelphia Auto Show Announces Key Features
Monday, January 18, 2010, 8:00 AM EST—The Automobile Dealers Association of Greater Philadelphia (ADAGP) announces the return of the Philadelphia International Auto Show to the Pennsylvania Convention Center from Saturday, January 30 to Sunday, February 7. The event’s Media and Industry Preview Day and Black Tie Tailgate Preview Gala are scheduled for Friday, January 29.
“This is the 108th Philadelphia Auto Show and we are particularly thrilled with the caliber of this year’s event,” said Dominic M. Conicelli, chairman of the 2010 Philadelphia International Auto Show and president of Conicelli Autoplex. “It’s no secret that 2009 was a historic year for the automotive industry, and auto shows across the country were faced with new challenges. However, to our satisfaction and delight, we are ecstatic to deliver another world-class auto show to the city of Philadelphia. Nearly every manufacturer will be back on the display floor and new features will also be present!”
A key feature of this year’s Philadelphia International Auto Show is the expansion of DUB Live!, a 35,000 square-foot display of some of the hottest customized rides and celebrity vehicles sponsored by DUB magazine, the premier publication of the urban automotive lifestyle. In addition, the nine-day Auto Show returns with a 550,000 square-foot display floor showcasing a range of vehicles including pre-production models, concepts, hybrids, exotics and antiques from all around the world. (*Note - Specific vehicle highlights for the 2010 Philadelphia Auto Show can be found by visiting www.phillyautoshow.com and clicking on "Featured Cars.")
As one of the largest auto shows in the country, the Philadelphia International Auto Show is vitally important to consumers in the Greater Philadelphia region. In 2009, nearly 90 percent of attendees in the market for a new vehicle reported that visiting the Auto Show influenced their next purchasing decision, according to exit surveys. In addition, over the last two decades, the ADAGP has been able to donate more than $4 million to The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, thanks to the success of the Auto Show and its affiliated ADAGP activities. For the 2010 event, the ADAGP will proudly continue its tradition of donating one dollar for every Auto Show ticket sold to the Hospital through its Auto Dealers CARing for Kids Foundation.
Other highlights of the 2010 Philadelphia International Auto Show include:
Vintage Display
The 2010 Philadelphia International Auto Show will feature an expanded vintage vehicle display. A great variety of exclusive and/or privately owned classic and antique models will be showcased. Courtesy of Concours D’Elegance of the Eastern U.S. and the Buckingham Concours D’Elegance, attendees will be able to catch a glimpse of a 1928 Minerva AF Transformable Town Car, 1941 Cadillac Convertible, 1946 Ford Sportsman, 1951 Crosley Hotshot, 1954 Packard Caribbean, 1956 DeSoto Convertible, 1961 Chrysler 300 and 1965 21 Window VW Microbus.
Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum
One of the most unique automobile displays in the world will return to this year’s Philadelphia International Auto Show. The Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum will bring its world-class collection of some of the rarest and most significant race cars ever built to the 2010 event. The Museum transports visitors back in time to significant road racing venues and tells the story of how competition improves both cars and drivers. Examples of vehicles that can be found in this display include a 1935 Auburn 851 Supercharged Speedster, 1938 Jaguar SS 100, 1954 Austin Healey 100/4 and much more.
Black Tie Tailgate Charitable Preview Gala
One of the area’s premier social events of the season, the Black Tie Tailgate Preview Gala returns on January 29 from 7:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. The 2010 Gala marks the third year the Foundation is partnering with culinary favorite and Philadelphia’s own STARR Events in conjunction with ARAMARK/SFS Food Services. The menu will include specialties from area hot spots such as Alma de Cuba, Barclay Prime, Buddakan, Continental, El Vez, Parc, Pod and Tangerine. Guests are also invited to take a sneak-peek at the hundreds of world-class automobiles on display. This year’s live entertainment portion will be provided by Eddie Bruce Music. Tickets are $200 per person and proceeds will benefit The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia through the Auto Dealers CARing for Kids Foundation. For more information, please visit www.blacktietailgate.com.
Auto Dealers CARing for Kids Foundation Day
Children ages 12 and under will be offered free admission to the Auto Show when accompanied by an adult on Sunday, February 7. They will have the opportunity to get their faces painted, participate in art project stations and enjoy guest appearances by Spider-Man and Wolverine. For the parents, health and safety experts from The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia will be on hand for a children’s safety event that will include a display of safety devices including car seats and bicycle helmets. All activities are scheduled for 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Celebrity Appearances
The 2010 Auto Show will host Q&A sessions with the following special guests:
•Saturday, January 30th, 3:00p.m. – 5:00p.m.: Philadelphia Phillies Third Baseman Placido Polanco
•Wednesday, February 3rd, 6:00p.m. – 8:00p.m.: Philadelphia Phillies Manager Charlie Manuel
•Thursday, February 4th, 6:00p.m. – 8:00p.m.: Philadelphia Eagles Kicker David Akers
In addition, courtesy of AAA Insurance, former Philadelphia Eagles All-pro defensive end Hugh Douglas will appear at the company’s booth at the Philadelphia International Auto Show for an autograph signing on Tuesday, February 2nd, from 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Further and courtesy of AutoTrader.com, NBA legend Darryl Dawkins “Chocolate Thunder” will make an appearance at the company’s booth at the Auto Show for an autograph signing on Friday, February 5th, from 6:00 p.m. – 7:00p.m.
Event Sponsors
The Philadelphia Auto Show welcomes back AAA Insurance, AutoTrader.com and The Philadelphia Inquirer & Daily News as 2010 premier sponsors. In addition, Philly.com is returning as the official e-Tickets sponsor for this year’s event.
About the Show
The 2010 Philadelphia International Auto Show hours are:
• Noon to 10 p.m. on weekdays
• 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturdays
• 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday, January 31
• 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday, February 7
“E-tickets” from www.phillyautoshow.com are:
• $10.00 for adults (ages 13 and older) valid any show day
• $6.00 for children (ages 7-12) valid any show day
• Free for children 6 and under
Box office admission is:
• $12.00 for adults (ages 13 and older) on weekends
• $10.00 for adults on weekdays
• $6.00 for children (ages 7-12) on any show day
• Free for children 6 and under
• Senior citizens (age 62 and over) receive a special admission price of $6.00 on weekdays only.
Discount Coupons
Discount coupons can be picked up at your new car and truck franchised dealer. Coupons can be redeemed at the box office at the Pennsylvania Convention Center for a $3.00 admission discount to the Auto Show. For a partial list of participating dealers, go to www.adagp.com. In addition, for the eighth consecutive year, the Auto Show has partnered with McDonalds restaurants to circulate discount coupons for the show. Show information will be featured on the restaurants’ tray liners and in the Entertainment Value Centers located inside area McDonalds. The Auto Show will donate $1.00 from each discount coupon redeemed at the show from February 1 – 5 to the Philadelphia Ronald McDonald House Charity.
*Editor’s Note – Information valid as of print date. Please check www.phillyautoshow.com for the latest updates on featured vehicles, celebrity appearances and more.
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