Events & Appearances
Explore below for a list of featured events, attractions and appearances from the 2018 show!
Check back for 2019 events & appearances.
Events Overview
Free Test Drives
Enjoy 100 Test Drives at the LA Auto Show. It is the best way to experience vehicles in a completely hassle-free, stress-free environment!
Celebrity Appearances
Numerous celebrities from the entertainment, sports and automotive worlds are available for meet-and-greets, autograph signings and selfie sessions.
Interactive Drive Experiences
Experience the full capability of some of the coolest vehicles on the market from automakers like Slingshot and BYTON.
Virtual Reality & Gaming
Exhibitors bring the latest and most exciting high-tech experiences like the Hyundai Racing Challenge.
Pet Adoptions
Is your home missing the joy a furry friend can bring? This year you'll have the opportunity to adopt a new pet.
Exhibit Promotions
Automakers have exciting promotions where they give away swag, run contests and showcase their coolest tech.
Celebrity Appearances
Many celebrities come to the LA Auto Show each year for autograph and photograph meet-and-greets. Check often for updates!
2018 Drive Experiences
Slingshot Joy Rides
Pico Plaza
Experience the ride of your life with a professional driver taking you through a road-course in the Slingshot. This three-wheeled vehicle will fill you with adrenaline and smiles for days. Age Requirement: 18+
BYTON Test Rides
Gilbert Lindsey Plaza
BYTON’s M-Byte Concept will be providing test rides and other in-car experiences as the company moves forward on production that will see the premium SUV offered for sale in the US in 2020.
Toyota Thrill Ride
Chick Hearn Court
Toyota is back with a daring new look and speed to match!
Toyota SoCal will put riders into their own action movie with a Corolla, Camry or 86 blazing through a thrilling drive course complete with evasive maneuvers, donuts, ramp jumps and more! Tag @ToyotaSoCal to share your photos and videos.
2018 Virtual Reality & Gaming
The Grand Tour Game
Amazon Games Exhibit - Concourse Foyer
Created by Amazon Game Studios, The Grand Tour Game, based on the hit series, transports players to exotic locations where they'll drive the world's most interesting cars, and participate in the show's outrageous challenges.
Visit The Grand Tour Game exhibit to play the new game and get up-close-and-personal with a Porsche 918 Spyder, which will be on display for photos and to race in the game.
Hyundai Racing Challenge
South Hall Atrium
The #HyundaiRacingChallenge will challenge players to compete in Preliminary rounds for the fastest lap time. Two tournaments will be held per day throughout the run of the show. Players (18+) who achieve the best lap times in the Preliminary Rounds will compete to win an Xbox and other exciting prizes.
Jaguar VR Racing
Jaguar Exhibit - South Hall
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to race a Jaguar? Now's your chance! Once you put on the VR headset, you'll be transported directly to the drivers seat for a thrilling car race.
NSX GT3 VR Experience
Acura Exhibit - South Hall
Put on an Acura VR headset to get inside the drivers seat and discover the joys of a high speed race car.
GTI Track Challenge
Volkswagen Exhibit - South Hall
Get inside a real Volkswagen GTI and take it for a virtual spin as you race your friends for bragging rights!
360c VR Experience
Volvo Exhibit - South Hall
Immerse yourself in the future of driving with the 360c VR experience: reimagining the work-life balance and the future of cities.
Mustang Bullitt Shoot
Ford Exhibit - West Hall
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of BULLITT by staring in your own photo shoot and get a customized poster featuring you and the new Mustang Bullitt.
Dodge Bondurant
Dodge Exhibit - West Hall
Find out what it's like to be a race car driver when you get behind the wheel of the Dodge Bondurant Challenger simulator.
VR Homerun Challenge
Chevrolet Exhibit - South Hall
Become an all-star today with the immersive virtual reality experience that gives you the opportunity to really swing for the fences.
Pet Adoptions
We helped a lot of furry friends find loving homes at the 2018 LA Auto Show. Stay tuned to see what we've got in store for 2019!
Subaru + Best Friends Animal Society
Subaru - West Hall // December 1-2 & December 8-9, 2018, 9am to 2pm
Return the love pets give us and help some very special animals find a loving home.
Stop by the Subaru booth located in the West Hall to play with some adorable furry friends, and while you’re there make a personalized pet tag or chew toy for your own pet, or make one to donate to a pet in need. Donations are welcome and all proceeds will go to Best Friends Animal Society. Everyone wins when we Share the Love!
The Asher House
Mitsubishi - West Hall // Dec. 7, 2018, 11am to 2pm
The Asher House believes that every dog is adoptable and deserves a loving home. Be sure to catch Lee Asher and his pack at the Mitsubishi Motors booth, 12/7 from 11am to 2pm.
DoVE Project
The Breezeway // Dec. 1-2, Dec. 8-9, 2018
DoVE Project, Dogs of Violence Exposed, was created in 2016 as a non-profit organization supporting the end of the dog-meat trade. Its efforts are currently focused in areas where the dog meat industry is legally sanctioned. The scope of their work integrates rescue efforts, advocacy and education.
2018 Promotions & Attractions
Hyundai
Hyundai Exhibit - South Hall
#HyundaiSWAG
Random attendees will be selected to answer Hyundai specific trivia questions and win prizes for themselves and the audience members.
Hyundai Auto Show Sweepstakes
Auto show visitors can enter for their chance to win in the Hyundai Auto Show Sweepstakes. Up for grabs: $500 Amazon Gift Cards or a 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Ultimate 2.0T. Complete rules at 2019autoshowsweepstakesrules.com.
Subaru
Subaru Test Drives - Chick Hearn Court
Food Drive
Share the Love with Meals on Wheels on Wednesday, December 5th between 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm at the Subaru Ride and Drive located on the Los Angeles Convention Center North Plaza. Pack a meal for a local senior and get a free ticket for the Los Angeles Auto Show, while supplies last.
Adventure Stories
Enjoy an interactive show from Subaru highlighting the best features and capabilities. Learn More
Toys For Tots
Lexus Custom - South Hall Atrium // Dec. 8, 2018
Lexus and the Los Angeles Auto Show wish to spread joy to the children of Los Angeles this holiday season. Please help make the season special for children by donating a new and unwrapped toy on December 8 inside the Lexus Custom vehicle display in the South Hall Atrium.
For each family that donates, they will receive a $5 gift card.
All donated gifts will be provided to The Marine Toys for Tots Foundation to help bring the joy of the holidays to children.
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