Pub. 2 Issue 4

2014 Los Angeles M ore than 18,000 automotive industry ex- ecutives and media correspondents from 60 countries made Los Angeles one of the world’s most important automotive gather- ings during the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show Press & Trade Days (Nov. 18-20). With more than 60 world and North American debuts, CEO, and other top automotive executives unveiled the future of the industry during nearly 30 press confer- ences across three days. Following Press &Trade Days, the LA Auto Show opened its doors to car shoppers for ten days (Nov. 21-30). Angelenos in the market for a new car were able to see all the latest models and test drive 80 vehicles from 19 brands. The 2015 Los Angeles Auto Show returns to the convention cen- ter on Nov. 17-19 for Press & Trade Days and Nov. 20-29 for the public.  Auto Show - Huge Success! “The LAAuto Show continues to attract world-class journalists and attendees, and is an effective plat- form for showcasing our new vehicles and technolo- gies. We were thrilled with the results.” Joe Jacuzzi AUDI OF AMERICA “California is one the largest market for automo- biles in the U.S., and is actually a bigger market than many countries, so the LAAuto Show is a very important date on the annual automotive calendar.’” Jason Fogelson FORBES “Many automakers took over venues around town- with events that both touted their newest cars and offerings—and also capitalized on the uniqueness of the Los Angeles market, with its conversationspark- ing residences and entertainment industry influence.” Alesandra Dubin BIZBASH “L.A. is an opportunity for auto brands, especially the Asian makes, to reach what is often their biggest market in North America - California.” Hannah Elliott BLOOMBERG “Proximity to Silicon Valley makes the Los Angeles motor show the ideal place for manufacturers to showcase new car technology” Cas Hallet t AUTOCAR.CO.UK “The big auto show here next month is shaping up as one of the strongest in years after a flurry of an- nouncements this week.” Chris Woodyard USA TODAY “The 2014 edition of the Los Angeles auto show… features one of the strongest selections of vehicles in recent memory. It showcases dozens of important newmodels, adds new events including seminars and panel discussions and has a level of automaker sup- port and participation not seen since the 1990s.” Jerry Garrett NEW YORK TIMES MEDIA BUZZ LA AUTO SHOW PRESS & TRADE DAYS Chevrolet Press Conference 12