http://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/2012 Chicago Auto Showhttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=595It's no secret that auto shows work on a multitude of levels. If they didn't, the idea borne under Sam Miles, the Chicago Auto Show's first promoter, would be an idea long forgotten by the Windy City, not to mention the automotive industry. Mark,BilekWed, 21 Mar 2012 20:47:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=594"I'm smiling for two main reasons," said John Maloney, president of Volvo Cars of North America. "Not only am I here to share some of the many reasons why Volvo is the fastest-growing luxury brand in America, but I personally feel at home here at the Chicago Auto Show because Chicago is home. Mark,BilekWed, 21 Mar 2012 20:45:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=593At the 2012 Chicago Auto Show, VW unveiled the third model in the Beetle lineup: the fuel-efficient TDI Clean Diesel model, which has manufacturer fuel economy estimates of 39 mpg on the highway and 29 mpg in the city.Mark,BilekWed, 21 Mar 2012 20:42:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=592"With an award-winning combination of space, capability and fuel-efficiency, the Acadia epitomizes GMC's 'never say never' attitude," said Tony DiSalle, U.S. vice president of GMC marketing. "For 2013, our engineers and designers applied that same attitude to developing the new Acadia."Mark,BilekWed, 21 Mar 2012 20:40:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=591"There is an increasing need for a 'right-sized' van that optimizes cargo space while offering the best possible fuel economy and an affordable price-the exact sweet spots of the innovative new Nissan NV200," said Joe Castelli, vice president, Nissan Commercial Vehicles and Fleet. Mark,BilekWed, 21 Mar 2012 20:39:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=590Hyundai President John Krafcik introduced a new sport coupe variant to its industry-leading Elantra lineup in Chicago.Mark,BilekWed, 21 Mar 2012 20:38:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=589"The idea was to make the Track'ster tough-looking, like a bulldog," said Tom Kearns, chief designer for KMA. "But the car had to be approachable as well. We wanted to base the car in reality so people instantly knew it was a Soul, but with a lot of attitude. It had to be a bold interpretation that [...]Mark,BilekWed, 21 Mar 2012 20:37:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=596As executive director of Ford's SVT vehicles, Hau Thai-Tang introduced Ford's newest Mustang addition: the Shelby GT 500 Mustang convertible. Beginning April 1, Hau becomes a corporate officer and Ford's vice president of engineering and global product development.Mark,BilekWed, 21 Mar 2012 20:36:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=587"I'm excited to give consumers the opportunity to have a voice in how they would design their dream Nissan Z," said Erich Marx, Nissan's director of interactive marketing and social media as he announced Project 370Z. "After 60 years of designing and manufacturing their own vehicles, Nissan is relyi [...]Mark,BilekWed, 21 Mar 2012 20:34:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=586The Midwest Automotive Media Association (MAMA) announced the 2012 Volkswagen Passat as winner of its second annual Family Vehicle of the Year award. MAMA developed the award to help consumers make a wise buy when it's time to shop for a family vehicle.Mark,BilekWed, 21 Mar 2012 20:33:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=585"Over my 40-plus year career, I've never lost my passion for the auto business," said Yoshi Inaba, president and COO, Toyota Motor North America. "And I must tell you, I am more excited about the industry today than ever. And you might ask why. I would answer: 'Because after several incredibly tough [...]Mark,BilekWed, 21 Mar 2012 20:32:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=584"We are excited to be launching these two new luxury models as the gateway of Acura's revitalized product lineup," said Jeff Conrad, vice president and general manager of Acura. "As we embark on our second 25 years as a premium luxury-performance automobile brand, we are excited about the role these [...]Mark,BilekWed, 21 Mar 2012 20:31:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=583A Safe Haven was again the beneficiary of a food drive sponsored by the Chicago Auto Show, Humana, Chrysler, Be! Products, Alan Josephsen Co. Inc. and the Chicago Sun-Times. Setting a new collection benchmark, more than 10 tons of canned goods were collected by the organizations in exchange for a di [...]Mark,BilekWed, 21 Mar 2012 20:30:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=581Eighteen area charities tonight shared in more than $2 million raised by the 2012 Chicago Auto Show's benevolent event, First Look for Charity, and two attendees left with the keys to new Cadillacs.Mark,BilekWed, 21 Mar 2012 20:23:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=582For the seventh straight year, consumer voters proclaimed their favorites in five categories in the Chicago Auto Show's "Best of Show" balloting.Mark,BilekWed, 21 Mar 2012 20:21:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=577Thomas Buttaccio of Aurora was the lucky winner of a replica Toyota Camry Pace Car that will be gracing the track at the historic Daytona 500 this evening in Florida. Michelle,FermTue, 28 Feb 2012 22:34:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=576Thomas Buttaccio of Aurora was the lucky winner of a replica Toyota Camry Pace Car that will be gracing the track at the historic Daytona 500 this evening in Florida. Michelle,FermTue, 28 Feb 2012 22:26:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=575If the 10-day run of the 2012 Chicago Auto Show is any indication of where the nation's immediate economic future is heading, Americans can look for a uptick led by the auto sector. "We felt a surge even before we opened the Chicago show's doors," said Dave Sloan, general manager of the annual show [...]Mark,BilekWed, 22 Feb 2012 15:00:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=566If the 10-day run of the 2012 Chicago Auto Show is any indication of where the nation's immediate economic future is heading, Americans can look for a uptick led by the auto sector. "We felt a surge even before we opened the Chicago show's doors," said Dave Sloan, general manager of the annual show [...]Mark,BilekWed, 22 Feb 2012 15:00:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=552For the seventh straight year, consumer voters proclaimed their favorites in five categories in the Chicago Auto Show's "Best of Show" balloting.Mark,BilekTue, 21 Feb 2012 15:00:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=554For the seventh straight year, consumer voters proclaimed their favorites in five categories in the Chicago Auto Show's "Best of Show" balloting.Mark,BilekTue, 21 Feb 2012 15:00:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=549Mayor Fred Brereton and dignitaries from the city of Belvidere, Illinois declared Friday, February 17th Belvidere Day at the 2012 Chicago Auto Show. The crowd stopped to pose by the 2013 Dodge Dart which will begin production at Chrysler's Belvidere Assembly plant this spring. Dart production will [...]Michelle,FermFri, 17 Feb 2012 21:41:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=548Mayor Fred Brereton and dignitaries from the city of Belvidere, Illinois declared Friday, February 17th Belvidere Day at the 2012 Chicago Auto Show. The crowd stopped to pose by the 2013 Dodge Dart which will begin production at Chrysler's Belvidere Assembly plant this spring. Dart production will [...]Michelle,FermFri, 17 Feb 2012 21:31:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=546Sets goal of 2,500 new jobs, website highlights County’s ‘economic toolkit.’ Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle was joined by Orland Park Mayor Dan McLaughlin and representative of the Chicago Auto Show today to launch “Commit to Cook” campaign encouraging residents to support Cook County [...]Mark,BilekFri, 17 Feb 2012 15:00:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=547Sets goal of 2,500 new jobs, website highlights County’s ‘economic toolkit.’ Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle was joined by Orland Park Mayor Dan McLaughlin and representative of the Chicago Auto Show today to launch “Commit to Cook” campaign encouraging residents to support Cook County [...]Mark,BilekFri, 17 Feb 2012 15:00:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=543The Chicago Auto Show isn’t simply a showcase of new and exciting automobiles – it is actually used by manufacturers and auto dealers to track economic trends through consumer research and reactions. Because the purchase of an automobile is such an important economic decision for individuals and fam [...]Mark,BilekThu, 16 Feb 2012 15:00:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=572The Chicago Auto Show isn’t simply a showcase of new and exciting automobiles – it is actually used by manufacturers and auto dealers to track economic trends through consumer research and reactions. Because the purchase of an automobile is such an important economic decision for individuals and fam [...]Mark,BilekThu, 16 Feb 2012 15:00:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=533Today, February 15 through Friday, February 17, patrons of the Chicago Auto Show can bring 3 non-perishable food items to the Chicago Auto Show to receive a coupon for $7 admission. All food will be donated to A Safe Haven, which restores lives from homelessness to self-sufficiency with pride and pu [...]Michelle,FermThu, 16 Feb 2012 01:03:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=578Today, February 15 through Friday, February 17, patrons of the Chicago Auto Show can bring 3 non-perishable food items to the Chicago Auto Show to receive a coupon for $7 admission. All food will be donated to A Safe Haven, which restores lives from homelessness to self-sufficiency with pride and pu [...]Mark,BilekThu, 16 Feb 2012 01:00:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=530In front of a crowd of auto show goers in the Chrysler Group display of the 2012 Chicago Auto Show, Gill Klinger proposed to his girlfriend Jennifer Stevens. A Libertyville Auto City employee, Jennifer sells Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge products in metro-Chicago and is well known throughout the dealer [...]Michelle,FermThu, 16 Feb 2012 00:46:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=531In front of a crowd of auto show goers in the Chrysler Group display of the 2012 Chicago Auto Show, Gill Klinger proposed to his girlfriend Jennifer Stevens. A Libertyville Auto City employee, Jennifer sells Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge products in metro-Chicago and is well known throughout the dealer [...]Michelle,FermThu, 16 Feb 2012 00:17:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=528On Saturday, February 18, join award-winning personality Paul Brian as he hosts the weekly DriveChicago WLS radio program live from the show floor of the Chicago Auto Show. Michelle,FermTue, 14 Feb 2012 20:44:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=527On Saturday, February 18, join award-winning personality Paul Brian as he hosts the weekly DriveChicago WLS radio program live from the show floor of the Chicago Auto Show. Michelle,FermTue, 14 Feb 2012 20:31:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=571No matter what age groups show-goers represent, the Chicago Auto Show is one of the industry’s best venues to capture consumer feedback and reactions to the newest products and technologies. While all who make their way through the McCormick Place turnstiles are important, car manufacturers this yea [...]Mark,BilekTue, 14 Feb 2012 15:00:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=514Eighteen area charities tonight shared in more than $2 million raised by the 2012 Chicago Auto Show’s benevolent event, First Look for Charity, and two attendees left with the keys to new Cadillacs.Michelle,FermSun, 12 Feb 2012 20:55:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=513Eighteen area charities tonight shared in more than $2 million raised by the 2012 Chicago Auto Show’s benevolent event, First Look for Charity, and two attendees left with the keys to new Cadillacs.Michelle,FermSun, 12 Feb 2012 15:58:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=512Toyota will be hosting several local celebrities in its exhibit during Public Days at the 2012 Chicago Auto Show. The automaker will also be accommodating sports-talk radio station 670 THE SCORE, with live, daily broadcasts planned throughout the auto show. Michelle,FermFri, 10 Feb 2012 20:39:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=511Toyota will be hosting several local celebrities in its exhibit during Public Days at the 2012 Chicago Auto Show. The automaker will also be accommodating sports-talk radio station 670 THE SCORE, with live, daily broadcasts planned throughout the auto show.Michelle,FermFri, 10 Feb 2012 16:47:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=509Following up on its blockbuster appearance at this year’s Detroit auto show, Acura today unveiled production versions of two new vehicles at the Chicago Auto Show. A completely redesigned 2013 Acura RDX crossover sport utility vehicle and the all-new 2013 Acura ILX luxury compact sedan were shown. B [...]Michelle,FermThu, 09 Feb 2012 13:56:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=508Following up on its blockbuster appearance at this year’s Detroit auto show, Acura today unveiled production versions of two new vehicles at the Chicago Auto Show. A completely redesigned 2013 Acura RDX crossover sport utility vehicle and the all-new 2013 Acura ILX luxury compact sedan were shown. B [...]Michelle,FermThu, 09 Feb 2012 13:48:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=506At the Chicago Auto Show today, Toyota announced the return of its “100 Cars for Good” program. For the second straight year, Toyota will award 100 vehicles over the course of 100 days to 100 U.S. nonprofits, with winners selected through public voting on the Toyota Facebook page. Applications for [...]Michelle,FermThu, 09 Feb 2012 13:13:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=505At the Chicago Auto Show today, Toyota announced the return of its “100 Cars for Good” program. For the second straight year, Toyota will award 100 vehicles over the course of 100 days to 100 U.S. nonprofits, with winners selected through public voting on the Toyota Facebook page. Applications for [...]Michelle,FermThu, 09 Feb 2012 13:09:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=570Top trends show-goers can expect to see at this year’s show include advancements in technology and safety; increased connectivity with social media through voice-activated commands; and the latest in gas-electric plug-in hybridsMark,BilekTue, 07 Feb 2012 20:30:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=497Lingenfelter Performance Engineering (LPE) will display its custom Camaros at the 2012 Chicago Auto Show, Feb. 10-19, in the Greater Chicago Chevrolet Dealers/Chicago Blackhawks Family Fun Zone booth located in the South Hall of McCormick Place.Michelle,FermTue, 07 Feb 2012 17:11:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=503Good Morning and thank you for having me here today. Michelle,FermTue, 07 Feb 2012 16:58:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=496Lingenfelter Performance Engineering (LPE) will display its custom Camaros at the 2012 Chicago Auto Show, Feb. 10-19, in the Greater Chicago Chevrolet Dealers/Chicago Blackhawks Family Fun Zone booth located in the South Hall of McCormick Place.Michelle,FermTue, 07 Feb 2012 16:55:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=502The Midwest Automotive Media Association announced today that the 2012 Volkswagen Passat has been named the winner of its second annual Family Vehicle of the Year award. Michelle,FermTue, 07 Feb 2012 16:53:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=504On Wednesday, February 8th, the CATA (Chicago Automobile Trade Association), in partnership with High Impact Television, will webcast automaker press events, live from the floor of the 104th Chicago Auto Show. The live webcasts will feature never before seen new cars, concepts and trucks. All webcas [...]Michelle,FermMon, 06 Feb 2012 22:44:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=488The interactive media company 360° Revo, in conjunction with the Chicago Automobile Trade Association, announced plans today to launch a web-based, interactive tour of the 2012 Chicago Auto Show for car enthusiasts world wide to experience.Mark,BilekMon, 06 Feb 2012 15:00:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=491Toyota will be hosting several local celebrities in its exhibit during Public Days at the 2012 Chicago Auto Show. The automaker will also be accommodating sports-talk radio station 670 THE SCORE, with live, daily broadcasts planned throughout the auto show. Michelle,FermSun, 05 Feb 2012 23:19:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=489The 30 dealers who comprise the Chicagoland Toyota Dealers are offering area residents an opportunity to win a replica of the 2012 Toyota Camry Pace Car that will be gracing the track at the historic Daytona 500 later this month.Michelle,FermSun, 05 Feb 2012 17:07:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=487 The interactive media company 360° Revo, in conjunction with the Chicago Automobile Trade Association, announced plans today to launch a web-based, interactive tour of the 2012 Chicago Auto Show for car enthusiasts world wide to experience.Mark,BilekSun, 05 Feb 2012 02:54:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=485The Chicago Auto Show (CAS) will be using a series of unique and creative social media events and formats to inform and engage attendees at the 2012 show, taking place February 10-19, 2012. It is the first auto show in the U.S. to use such a complete package of social and digital media, highlighting [...]Mark,BilekSat, 04 Feb 2012 15:00:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=569The Chicago Auto Show (CAS) will be using a series of unique and creative social media events and formats to inform and engage attendees at the 2012 show, taking place February 10-19, 2012. It is the first auto show in the U.S. to use such a complete package of social and digital media, highlighting [...]Mark,BilekFri, 03 Feb 2012 23:17:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=475The Beetle coupe range is rounded out by the thrifty TDI Clean Diesel model.Michelle,FermThu, 02 Feb 2012 18:39:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=474The Beetle coupe range is rounded out by the thrifty TDI Clean Diesel model.Michelle,FermThu, 02 Feb 2012 18:33:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=473As part of its overall presence at the Chicago Auto Show, Toyota will make an important philanthropic announcement on the second Media Day, February 9. The announcement will describe how Toyota will give the public a way to be an active participant in directing some of Toyota’s philanthropic donatio [...]Michelle,FermThu, 02 Feb 2012 16:59:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=470Toyota and Hasbro are teaming up to bring the Toyota Hybrid MONOPOLY Ride Experience to the Chicago Auto Show, February 8-19. The program will allow auto show attendees to experience the capabilities and advantages of the third-generation Prius, all-new Prius v, Camry Hybrid and Highlander Hybrid mo [...]Michelle,FermWed, 01 Feb 2012 17:42:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=450Toyota will be providing Chicagoans with a glimpse of the future at this year’s Chicago Auto Show, courtesy of the Prius “family,” a number of environmentally-conscious concept vehicles and a pair of interactive safety displays. Mark,BilekTue, 31 Jan 2012 17:44:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=444Toyota will be providing Chicagoans with a glimpse of the future at this year’s Chicago Auto Show, courtesy of the Prius “family,” a number of environmentally-conscious concept vehicles and a pair of interactive safety displays.Michelle,FermTue, 31 Jan 2012 17:40:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=443Scion, the youth brand of Toyota, will be bringing the “thunder” to the 2012 Chicago Auto Show. Utilizing nearly 30 percent more space than last year’s show, Scion is using its additional real estate to erect an expansive product and media theater, dubbed “Thunderdome.” Gone is the Matchbox-style v [...]Mark,BilekMon, 30 Jan 2012 23:57:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=442Scion, the youth brand of Toyota, will be bringing the “thunder” to the 2012 Chicago Auto Show. Utilizing nearly 30 percent more space than last year’s show, Scion is using its additional real estate to erect an expansive product and media theater, dubbed “Thunderdome.” Gone is the Matchbox-style v [...]Mark,BilekMon, 30 Jan 2012 23:53:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=441In line with its new brand attitude, Lexus is looking to make a ‘super’ impression on Chicagoans at this year’s 2012 Chicago Auto Show. For the first time, at any auto show, Lexus will be displaying four of its renowned LFA super cars. Packing 552 horsepower in a V10 engine, the LFA is considered o [...]Mark,BilekMon, 30 Jan 2012 00:54:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=439In line with its new brand attitude, Lexus is looking to make a ‘super’ impression on Chicagoans at this year’s 2012 Chicago Auto Show. For the first time, at any auto show, Lexus will be displaying four of its renowned LFA super cars. Packing 552 horsepower in a V10 engine, the LFA is considered o [...]Mark,BilekMon, 30 Jan 2012 00:49:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=568The Chicago Auto Show’s First Look for Charity returns to McCormick Place on Thursday, February 9 from 6:30 – 10:30 p.m. The black-tie gala has generated more than $32 million for charities since its inception in 1992. This year, 18 significant Chicago area charities will benefit from the $2 millio [...]Mark,BilekSun, 29 Jan 2012 23:17:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=428Congressional Medal of Honor recipient and Chicago native Allen Lynch is the special honored guest at the U.S. Army Strong Booth at the Chicago Auto Show on Thursday, Feb. 16, from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.Mark,BilekFri, 27 Jan 2012 19:22:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=461Why “Spreading the News” is more than a lyric from a Sinatra song. David Letterman isn’t the only one who compiles Top 10 lists. And apparently the message is that when you have news to reveal, the Windy City is a pretty darn good place to do it. Michelle,FermThu, 26 Jan 2012 19:23:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=453Bringing his years of Toyota and industry expertise to one of our country’s most prestigious business organizations will be Mr. Yoshimi Inaba, President & COO of Toyota Motor North America, Inc.; Chairman & CEO, Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.; and Executive Advisor to Toyota Motor Corporation.Michelle,FermThu, 26 Jan 2012 19:22:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=459Plans and arrangements for the show’s black-tie First Look for Charity have already commenced. This year, ticket buyers will find a flurry of high-line Chicago restaurants augmenting an already outstanding array of offerings from the Savor Food Group at McCormick Place. Extensive hors d’oeuvres, swe [...]Michelle,FermThu, 26 Jan 2012 19:22:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=460Kicking off the formal portion of the Chicago media preview at the MAMA/CAS Breakfast will be John Maloney, the newly appointed the new President of Volvo Cars, U.S. Mr. Maloney brings nearly 30 years of automotive experience with him, most recently coming from a position as Vice President, Marketin [...]Michelle,FermThu, 26 Jan 2012 19:22:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=462Thanks to great feedback from previous years, we are happy to announce that the Sheraton Chicago Hotel and Towers will again be an official hotel of the 2012 Chicago Auto Show. The Sheraton Chicago is offering show media, exhibitors, and attendees an exclusive rate of $115 a night, and a peaceful ho [...]Michelle,FermWed, 25 Jan 2012 19:19:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=415The Chicago Army Recruiting Battalion will, for the sixth year in a row, bring the Army Strong message to the 2012 Chicago Auto Show. The Chicago Auto Show runs from Friday, Feb. 10 through Sunday, Feb. 19.Mark,BilekTue, 24 Jan 2012 00:32:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=412Jaguar will showcase its 2012 model year line up at the Chicago Auto Show held from February 8 to 19. The 2012 models include the Jaguar XF, XK and XJ.​Mark,BilekThu, 19 Jan 2012 23:23:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=411Land Rover will showcase its 2012 model year line up at the Chicago Auto Show held from February 8 to 19. The 2012 models include Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, Range Rover Evoque and Land Rover LR4. Mark,BilekThu, 19 Jan 2012 23:21:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=406Name another event that mixes superlative food and drink and the elegance of formal dress . . . and a harmonica virtuoso? You'll get all that plus the inaugural viewing of the 2012 Chicago Auto Show at the benevolent gala, First Look for Charity.Michelle,FermWed, 28 Dec 2011 17:24:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=463If you were already accepted for the Media Credentials in 2011, we'll send you an email with a link that has all the information from last year on it. All you have to do is double check your information and you are all set!Michelle,FermWed, 28 Dec 2011 17:24:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=464Name another event that mixes superlative food and drink and the elegance of formal dress . . . and a harmonica virtuoso? You'll get all that plus the inaugural viewing of the 2012 Chicago Auto Show at the benevolent gala, First Look for Charity.Michelle,FermWed, 28 Dec 2011 17:24:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=465"After a 'traditional' first day of media preview in 2011," said show Chairman Steve Foley, "we fashioned a second day as an experiment to include social media in mixture with the regular motor press corps. The results were positive enough that we've decided to come back in 2012 with a second helpin [...]Michelle,FermWed, 28 Dec 2011 17:24:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=467It doesn't take a long-range look over our automotive industry shoulders to realize how important trademarking a business-or parts of it-can be. You may remember just a few years back when a well-known car company was bringing a "halo car" back after a 40-year absence.Michelle,FermWed, 28 Dec 2011 17:24:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=468"That's not just our name. It's our philosophy," according to Steve Foley Jr. chairman of the 2012 CAS. "And with the explosion of social media, it makes our auto show even more effective and attractive-not just for the media preview, but throughout the run of the show. Social media helps to transfo [...]Michelle,FermWed, 28 Dec 2011 17:24:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=469First Look for Charity, the Chicago Auto Show's benevolent black-tie pre-public opening soiree' not only made the list for the "Best Parties in 2011" on wwwNBCChicago.com, but actually rated preferences with voters enough to rate the third best of the year!Michelle,FermWed, 28 Dec 2011 15:00:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=387First Look for Charity, the Chicago Auto Show's benevolent black-tie pre-public opening soiree' not only made the list for the "Best Parties in 2011" on wwwNBCChicago.com, but actually rated preferences with voters enough to rate the third best of the year!Mark,BilekWed, 28 Dec 2011 15:00:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=466Nearly 11 months after the doors closed on the 2011 Chicago Auto Show, it's still winning awards. NBC 5 Chicago was presented with the Emmy for "Outstanding Achievement for Special Event Coverage Live" for its program covering the 2011 Chicago Auto Show.Michelle,FermTue, 08 Nov 2011 15:00:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=451When you go about changing almost anything that involves a more-than-century-old tradition, you don't take it lightly. Such was the case when the directors of the Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), producer of the famed Chicago Auto Show, asked for a freshening of the exposition's logo.Mark,BilekWed, 19 Oct 2011 17:24:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=365For more than a century, if there is one thing the Chicago Auto Show does better than any other, it is to bring consumers and cars together. And thanks to great deals from manufacturers, a reenergized appreciation of new cars and technology, pent-up demand-and some cooperation from Mother Nature-de [...]Mark,BilekWed, 02 Mar 2011 22:46:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=366For more than a century, if there is one thing the Chicago Auto Show does better than any other, it is to bring consumers and cars together. And thanks to great deals from manufacturers, a reenergized appreciation of new cars and technology, pent-up demand-and some cooperation from Mother Nature-de [...]Mark,BilekWed, 02 Mar 2011 22:33:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=370Consumer voters proclaimed their favorites in five categories in the Chicago Auto Show's sixth annual "Best of Show" balloting. In voting conducted over the 10-day public run of the nation's biggest auto show, winners in the contest's five categories wereMark,BilekTue, 22 Feb 2011 21:12:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=368Consumer voters proclaimed their favorites in five categories in the Chicago Auto Show's sixth annual "Best of Show" balloting. In voting conducted over the 10-day public run of the nation's biggest auto show, winners in the contest's five categories wereMark,BilekTue, 22 Feb 2011 19:30:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=358The 2011 Chicago Auto Show closed Sunday night and enjoyed a 10 percent increase in attendance over its 10-day run when compared to a year ago. Mark,BilekMon, 21 Feb 2011 18:45:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=357The 2011 Chicago Auto Show closed Sunday night and enjoyed a 10 percent increase in attendance over its 10-day run when compared to a year ago.Mark,BilekMon, 21 Feb 2011 18:30:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=356Decade-Long Debate Laid to Rest with Recognition of the Term 'Prii.' Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), USA, Inc. today announced that the general public has selected 'Prii' as the preferred plural term for Prius. Mark,BilekSun, 20 Feb 2011 20:23:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=360JOLIET MAN WINS NEW TOYOTA PRIUS AT CHICAGO AUTO SHOW CHICAGO, Ill., February 20, 2011 - Justin McNally, a 27-year-old resident of Joliet, has won a 2011 Toyota Prius, courtesy of the Chicagoland Toyota Dealers. "The Toyota 2011 Chicago Auto Show Prius Giveaway" was conducted on the dealers' F [...]Mark,BilekSun, 20 Feb 2011 16:17:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=349Join Toyota as it announces the answer to the long-debated question: What do you call more than one Prius vehicle? The Prius Goes Plural campaign launched on January 10 at the North American International Auto Show and challenged the public to help the automaker answer this unique, grammatical quest [...]Mark,BilekFri, 18 Feb 2011 23:42:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=346Dodge is turning up the heat in the full-size SUV segment, introducing a new affordable performance package for the all-new 2011 Dodge Durango SUV - the Dodge Durango Heat. Designed to complement the performance-tuned Durango R/T, the new Heat package delivers aggressive styling, the high-performing [...]Mark,BilekFri, 18 Feb 2011 22:00:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=345Today at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show Illinois Governor Pat Quinn and officials from the City of Chicago announced the selection of 350Green, a developer of electric vehicle (EV) charging networks, to design, build and operate a network of 280 EV charging stations throughout the Chicago area.Mark,BilekFri, 18 Feb 2011 19:00:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=325Are you looking for a comfortable place to file your Chicago Auto Show coverage or maybe just a place to relax? Stop by the BP Refuel Station.Mark,BilekWed, 09 Feb 2011 23:15:00 GMThttp://www.chicagoautoshow.com/news/default.aspx?ArticleId=324The Pinewood Derby, the biggest auto race in the world, is coming to the Chicago Auto Show. Each year Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts carve wooden racing cars by hand in hopes of becoming the fastest, fanciest or most original racecar in town. The original green machine, no Pinewood Derby car has ever u [...]Mark,BilekWed, 09 Feb 2011 22:14:00 GMT