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Cars.com Supports the Chicago Auto Show as 2023 Premier Partner

Feb 03, 2023 09:00 AM

Longtime partner of the Chicago Auto Show, Cars.com now becomes a premier sponsor of the 2023 show with a branding presence throughout the event, official map sponsorship, Chicago Drives Electric sponsor, and a digital package to promote its Best of 2023 awards. Chicago Auto Show premier partners enjoy category exclusivity and receive additional exposure to show attendees through a benefits package.

Powering Chicago Returns as Premier Sponsor of the 2023 Chicago Auto Show

Feb 02, 2023 09:00 AM

Powering Chicago, the labor-management partnership between the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 134 and the Electrical Contractors' Association of Chicago and Cook County (ECA), will return as premier sponsor of the 2023 Chicago Auto Show, February 11-20 at McCormick Place, and the expanded indoor EV Test Drive Track.

Toyota Grand Highlander Makes World Debut at Chicago Auto Show

Feb 02, 2023 09:00 AM

Toyota intends to make a “grand” entrance, of sorts, at the upcoming Chicago Auto Show. On Feb. 8, the automaker will unveil the all-new Grand Highlander, a three-row vehicle that bolsters Toyota’s award-winning SUV lineup and paves the way for the ultimate road tripper.

Chicago Auto Show’s Sixth Annual ‘What Drives Her’ Networking Event and Awards Program To Be Held Feb. 10, Finalists Announced

Feb 02, 2023 09:00 AM

Chicago Auto Show organizers, in partnership with A Girls Guide to Cars and Women in Automotive, are proud to announce the sixth annual What Drives Her networking event and awards program during the show’s Media Preview on Friday, Feb. 10 at McCormick Place.

Powering Chicago Returns to the 2023 Chicago Auto Show As Premier Sponsor

Jan 24, 2023 09:00 AM

Powering Chicago, the labor-management partnership between International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 134 and the Electrical Contractors' Association of Chicago and Cook County, returns as premier sponsor of the 2023 Chicago Auto Show and the newly-expanded Chicago Drives Electric indoor EV test track.

Three Area Teens Named Finalists in Drive Safe Chicago Contest

Jan 20, 2023 09:00 AM

Three teens have been selected by the National Road Safety Foundation (NRSF) as finalists in the eighth Drive Safe Chicago public service announcement contest, in partnership with the Chicago Auto Show. Teens from Illinois and surrounding states submitted ideas for a 30-second PSA to help get the word out to empower passengers to speak up when in a vehicle being driven dangerously.

WGN-TV TO AIR “2023 CHICAGO AUTO SHOW” SPECIAL LIVE

Jan 18, 2023 09:00 AM

The “2023 Chicago Auto Show” will be broadcast LIVE on Friday, February 10 from 7-8pm CT on Chicago’s Very Own WGN-TV and livestreamed on the WGN+ TV streaming app on Roku, Amazon Fire TV, and Apple TV; online at WGNTV.com/Live and the WGN-TV News mobile app.

Toyota Miles Per Hour Heats Up the 2023 Chicago Auto Show With Indoor Run on Feb. 12

Jan 18, 2023 09:00 AM

Producers of the Chicago Auto Show have partnered once again with the Chicago Area Runners Association (CARA) to host Miles Per Hour, an indoor run that guides participants through a 2.4-mile loop during the 2023 Chicago Auto Show on Sunday, Feb. 12. Sponsored by Toyota, Miles Per Hour appropriately describes the premise of the run: participants will cover as much distance as possible within a one-hour timeframe.

Chicago Auto Show Announces Hyatt Regency McCormick Place as Official Hotel Partner

Jan 11, 2023 09:00 AM

The Chicago Auto Show is partnering once again with the Hyatt Regency McCormick Place to provide exhibitors, media and consumers with special room rates surrounding the 2023 show, Feb. 11-20 at McCormick Place. This year’s event grows back into two exhibit halls and is positioned to be the most experiential yet. The 2023 show will feature a record-breaking seven indoor test tracks, four outdoor test drive opportunities on city streets and an all-new Chicago Drives Electric indoor EV track.

2023 Chicago Auto Show Gala Set to Raise Millions For 18 Area Charities

Jan 03, 2023 09:00 AM

The Chicago Auto Show’s 31st First Look for Charity black-tie gala will take place on Friday, Feb. 10 from 7-11 p.m. at McCormick Place. The gala, produced by the Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), the organization that represents local new-car dealers, is expected to bring in at least $2 million for 18 Chicago area charities.