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The LA Auto Show – marketed as ‘The Automotive Event of the Year’ – continues to function as a central point for those tracking shifts in vehicle design and capability. Running from November 21 through 30 at the Los Angeles Convention Center, the event covers more than one million square feet across multiple halls and atriums. This year’s setup includes expanded test drive options and brand-specific zones that allow for direct comparisons of models from over 30 automakers.
One aspect to anticipate involves the variety of test drives, with more than 50 vehicles available across gas, hybrid, and electric categories. While simpler first-time opportunities are on display, such as the new Chevy Bolt or Nissan Leaf for efficient range in city conditions, it is the premium interests that steal our attention, such as the Lucid Gravity Touring – which offers a ride in its spacious electric SUV, while the Cadillac Celestiq provides a controlled drive of its handbuilt luxury sedan, equipped with a 600-horsepower dual-motor system and advanced cabin tech. These sessions occur on nearby streets, giving a practical sense of how powertrains perform in real scenarios.
Exhibits in the Showcase Hall draw focus to customs, exotics, and high-end options. Porsche Downtown LA presents its latest lineup, including hybrid variants in the 911 series with torque figures around 450 pound-feet. Alfa Romeo highlights its 115-year milestone with displays of performance models like the Stelvio Quadrifoglio, featuring a 505-horsepower V6. Volvo marks 70 years in the U.S. with selections from its electric portfolio, such as the EX90 SUV, emphasizing safety systems and sustainable materials. Maserati and Genesis join these, showcasing updated GranTurismo coupes and GV80 crossovers tailored for refined dynamics.
The SPARQ exhibit in Concourse Hall rotates through themes tied to Los Angeles car culture, incorporating hypercars, Formula 1 replicas, and pieces from the Petersen Automotive Museum’s archive. Expect to see movie-inspired vehicles from Fast and Furious alongside one-of-a-kind builds, providing a view into how regional influences shape global trends. Creator Studios in the Underground space blend digital art with physical prototypes, illustrating advancements in virtual design tools.
For those maintaining diverse collections, the show’s breadth supports evaluations of new entries against established holdings. Access to representatives for details on customization or long-term reliability proves useful in decision-making. Customers of services like Auto Concierge benefit from the event’s timing, as it aligns with options to retrieve a stored vehicle already prepped for evaluation drives. This setup streamlines the process of assessing additions without disrupting routine maintenance schedules.
Tickets start at $25 and grant entry to all areas, including test drives, available now through the show’s platform. Weekday mornings offer shorter lines for these experiences.