9 Days of Cars, Contests and Much More: The Philadelphia Auto Show Opens to the Public on February 2nd.EAST NORRITON, Pa. -- The 2008 Philadelphia Auto Show An auto show, or motor show, is a public exhibition of current automobile models, debuts, concept cars, or out-of-production classics. It is commonly attended by automobile manufacturers. Most auto shows occur once or twice a year. , owned and produced by the Automobile Dealers Association of Greater Philadelphia (ADAGP ADAGP Société des Auteurs Dans Les Arts Graphiques et Plastiques (France) ), parks at the Pennsylvania Convention Center The Pennsylvania Convention Center is a multi-use public facility in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania which is designed to accommodate conventions, exhibitions, conferences and other events. February 2nd-10th. The show's annual Media and Industry Preview Day is scheduled for Friday, February 1st. A Philadelphia institution, the Auto Show returns with a 550,000 sq. ft. display floor that showcases a wide variety of concept, classic, luxury, pre-production and exotic models from 40 manufacturers from around the world. Additional highlights include the popular Tuner Car Salon and the return of the Body2Body Competition sponsored by Toyota. Further, the ADAGP will continue its tradition of donating one dollar for every Auto Show ticket sold to The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia is one of the largest and oldest children's hospitals in the world. "CHOP" has been ranked as the best children's hospital in the United States by U.S. News & World Report and Child Magazine in recent years. through the Auto Dealers CARing for Kids Foundation. "Over 1.7 million individuals have enjoyed the Philadelphia Auto Show since 2000. It's a highly anticipated event that the people of Philadelphia and its surrounding areas look forward to year after year," said Scott Lustgarten, chairman of the 2008 Philadelphia International Auto Show The Philadelphia International Auto Show is owned and produced by the Automobile Dealers Association of Greater Philadelphia (ADAGP), and held annually at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. The event is recognized by the industry as one of the top shows in the country. and president of Wilkie Lexus, Martin Dealership Group and Lexus of Chester Springs. "We pride ourselves on delivering a one-of-a-kind show that is not only exciting and fun, but is also informative and helps consumers make educated decisions for their own automotive needs." The Philadelphia Auto Show is one of the largest auto shows in the country and vitally important to consumers in the Greater Philadelphia market. In 2007, 88 percent of attendees in the market for a new vehicle reported that visiting the Auto Show influenced their next purchasing decision. Specific highlights of the 2008 Philadelphia Auto Show include: Green Technology Public interest in alternative fuels and new vehicle technology continues to increase and the 2008 Philadelphia Auto Show is a great place to learn about the latest additions to this growing vehicle segment. Examples of vehicles in this category that will be on the show floor range from Chevrolet's Hydrogen-fueled Equinox equinox (ē`kwĭnŏks), either of two points on the celestial sphere where the ecliptic and the celestial equator intersect. The vernal equinox, also known as "the first point of Aries," is the point at which the sun appears to cross the vehicle to the latest hybrid models, such as the Cadillac Escalade The Cadillac Escalade is a full-size luxury sport utility vehicle sold by the General Motors luxury brand, Cadillac. It was the division's first major entry into the popular SUV market. , Chevrolet Tahoe The Chevrolet Tahoe (and similar GMC Yukon) is a full-size SUV from General Motors. Chevrolet and GMC sold two different-sized SUVs under their Blazer/Jimmy model names through the early 1990s. This situation changed when GMC rebadged the full-size Jimmy as the Yukon in 1992. , Ford Escape and the ever-popular Toyota Prius The Toyota Prius is a hybrid electric vehicle developed and manufactured by the Toyota Motor Corporation, and one of the first such vehicles to be mass-produced and marketed. The Prius first went on sale in Japan in 1997, and worldwide in 2001. . Concept Vehicles A must-see at any industry event, concept cars are built by manufacturers to showcase a new automobile's styling, technology and overall design before production. Examples of concept vehicles that consumers can expect to see at this year's Philadelphia Auto Show include the Chevrolet Camaro Convertible, Chrysler Nassau Nassau is the name used by several vehicles made by Chrysler. The name was first used as a trim level in the mid-1950s, denoting the high-line coupe of the Chrysler Windsor series. More recently, two concepts by the manufacturer bear the Nassau nameplate. , Ford Airstream This article or section contains information about a . It is likely to contain information of a speculative nature, though such must be attributed to relevant sources. Concept cars, by definition, rarely become production models, and any given specifications may change , Ford Interceptor and Jeep Trailhawk. Pre-Production Vehicles A popular attraction every year, Auto Show guests will have the opportunity to check out a number of pre-production models before they hit the floors of local dealerships. Among the many pre-production models that will be on display are the Chevrolet Corvette corvette, small warship, classed between a frigate and a sloop-of-war. Corvettes usually were flush-decked and carried fewer than 28 guns. They were widely employed in escorting convoys and attacking merchant ships during the great naval wars of the late 18th and ZR-1, Dodge Journey, Dodge Ram, Ford Flex, Ford F150, Hyundai Genesis, Lincoln MKS, Nissan GT-R and smart fortwo. In addition, the 2008 Dodge Challenger will simultaneously make its world debut in Philadelphia and Chicago on February 6th and remain on display at the Philadelphia Auto Show through February 10th. Tuner Car Salon The Tuner Car Salon at the Philadelphia Auto Show will include 20,000 sq. ft. of space displaying some of the hottest customer cars of today. DUB Magazine and its Million Dollar Car Display will be featured in the Salon, as well as customized vehicles from a number of manufacturers including Mazda, Scion sci·on n. 1. A descendant or heir. 2. also ci·on A detached shoot or twig containing buds from a woody plant, used in grafting. , GM, Honda, Acura and Subaru. Exotic Vehicle Display Located in the Grand Ballroom of the Pennsylvania Convention Center, the exotic vehicle display is where Auto Show guests find the car of their dreams. This display will feature models from a number of high-end manufacturers including Lamborghini, Bentley, Maserati, Rolls Royce, Aston Martin and more. Vintage Display The vintage display at the 2008 Philly Auto Show is a special exhibit that will showcase some of the most prestigious cars from years past. Courtesy of Concours D'Elegance of the Eastern U.S. and the Buckingham Concours D'Elegance, attendees will be able to catch a glimpse Verb 1. catch a glimpse - see something for a brief time catch sight, get a look see - perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight; "You have to be a good observer to see all the details"; "Can you see the bird in that tree?"; "He is blind--he of a 1957 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz Convertible; 1931 Rolls-Royce Phantom I The Phantom was Rolls-Royce's replacement for the original Silver Ghost. Like the famed Ghost, the Phantom was constructed both in the United Kingdom and United States, with the US model trailing the UK by one year on introduction and two in replacement. "Oxford-Style" Seven-Passenger Tourer, Brewster; 1937 Cord Beverly Sedan; 1906 Reo Model B Roadster and many others. Body2Body Competition Returns The Body2Body Competition will kick-off at the Auto Show on Tuesday, February 5th at 3:30pm. Twelve lucky contestants, randomly divided into two teams of six, will make physical contact with one of two Toyota vehicles on display. Contestants must maintain contact with their respective vehicle, without letting go, until the competition is completed on Friday, February 8th at 6:00pm. If contact is lost at any time during the competition, he or she will immediately be eliminated. Fifteen-minute breaks will be given every three hours. The last two participating contestants remaining will be the winners. New for '08, the Body2Body Competition will also include an online contest, where consumers can cast their vote for the two contestants they think will win the Body2Body physical challenge. Online contestants who guess the correct winners will be entered into a random drawing where they could possibly win a third Toyota vehicle. Individuals are encouraged to visit www.phillyautoshow.com for more updates and details. Black Tie Tailgate A conversion layer that lets IDE devices connect to the IEEE 1394 Firewire interface. Preview Charitable Gala One of Philadelphia's premier social events, the Black Tie Tailgate Preview Gala is set for February 1st from 7:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Guests will enjoy entertainment provided by the infamous Jellyroll and a menu designed by Starr Restaurants, in conjunction with ARAMARK/SFS Food Services food services Hospital services A 24/7 department in a hospital that provides for the nutritional needs of inpatients–eg, those needing special diets, preparing meals and transporting them to the floor and, through the cafeteria, the hospital staff and . This menu will include specialties from Alma de Cuba, Barclay Prime, El Vez, Pod, Tangerine tangerine: see orange. tangerine Small, thin-skinned variety of the mandarin orange species (Citrus reticulata deliciosa) of the rue family (citrus family). and The Continental. Tickets are $200.00 per person and proceeds will benefit The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia through the Auto Dealers CARing for Kids Foundation. Individuals are encouraged to call 800-759-9533 or visit www.blacktietailgate.com for more details. Auto Dealers CARing for Kids Foundation Day Children ages 12 and under will be offered free admission when accompanied by an adult on February 10th. They will have the opportunity to enjoy creative activities provided by the Please Touch Museum and Kid-Fit. They may also get their faces painted, get free balloon animals, and do arts and crafts arts and crafts, term for that general field of applied design in which hand fabrication is dominant. The term was coined in England in the late 19th cent. as a label for the then-current movement directed toward the revivifying of the decorative arts. projects. The Incredible Hulk and Spider-Man will be on hand for photo opportunities from 11:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. In addition, the first 500 children who visit the on-site Auto Dealers CARing for Kids Foundation Activity Room will receive a free gift. A car seat safety demonstration led by the staff of the Center for Injury Research and Prevention at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia will also be provided. They will have several different car seats on hand--from infant seats to boosters--to show parents how to properly install and position their children in them. Sponsors of the event The Philadelphia Auto Show welcomes back the Philadelphia Inquirer, Philadelphia Daily News The Philadelphia Daily News is a tabloid newspaper that began publishing on March 31, 1925, under founding editor Lee Ellmaker. In its early years, it was dominated by crime stories, sports and sensationalism. By 1930, daily circulation of the morning paper exceeded 200,000. and Phillycars@philly.com as premiere sponsors of this year's event. In addition, the show also proudly welcomes AAA AAA: see American Automobile Association. (Triple A) A common single-cell battery used in a myriad of electronic devices of all variety. Like its double A (AA) cousin, it provides 1.5 volts of DC power. When used in series, the voltage is multiplied. Insurance as a 2008 premiere sponsor. About the Show The 2008 Philadelphia International Auto Show hours are: * Noon to 10 p.m. on weekdays * 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturdays * 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 3 * 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 10 "E-tickets" prices are: * $10.00 for adults (ages 13 and older) valid any show day * $6.00 for children (age 7-12) valid any show day * Free for children six and under Box office admission is: * $12.00 for adults (ages 13 and older) on weekends * $10.00 for adults on weekdays * $6.00 for children (age 7-12) on weekends and weekdays * Free for children six and under * Senior citizens (age 62 and over) receive a special admission price of $6.00 on weekdays only. SEPTA Tickets: SEPTA and the ADAGP offer a "Turbo Pass" that allows riders unlimited, one-day travel on SEPTA buses, trolleys and trains from February 4-8. "Turbo Passes" can be purchased for an additional $8.00 and are not valid on SEPTA Regional Rail The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) Regional Rail Division provides Regional rail service on thirteen branches to over 150 active stations in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and its suburbs. Service on most lines runs from 5:30 AM to midnight. Trains arriving in Center City prior to 9:30 a.m. You can also purchase advance discounted weekday tickets at 75 SEPTA sales offices throughout the Delaware Valley. Discounted ticket prices are $7.00 for adult weekday admission and $6.00 for child/senior admissions - up to a $3 savings on adult tickets compared to same day, box office prices. The discounted tickets can be redeemed for Auto Show admission on weekdays from February 4-8. For a list of participating locations, visit www.phillyautoshow.com. Discount Coupons: Discount coupons can be picked up at your new car and truck franchised dealer. Coupons can be redeemed at the box office at the Pennsylvania Convention Center for a discount on admission to the Auto Show. For a partial list of participating dealers, go to www.adagp.com. About the ADAGP The ADAGP, established in 1904, is the oldest association of its kind in the nation. The association, comprised of 220 franchised new car and truck dealers throughout the Greater Philadelphia area, leads lobbying efforts, provides education and training seminars, conducts a Sales Training Academy to recruit new individuals into the retail automotive industry, and owns and produces the Philadelphia International Auto Show. For more information on the ADAGP, visit www.adagp.com. About the Auto Dealers CARing for Kids Foundation Established in 2003, the Foundation, a 501 (c) (3) public charity, annually contributes funding and resources to worthwhile child-related programs and causes throughout the Greater Philadelphia five-county region. The ADAGP has supported the remarkable efforts of The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia since 1986 and has given over $3.3 million to the Hospital over the past two decades. In 2004, the Foundation renewed its support of the Hospital with a $2 million, six-year pledge to support the construction and maintenance of the Auto Dealers CARing for Kids Patient Welcome Center in the Richard D. Wood Richard D. Wood is an American molecular biologist specializing in research on DNA repair and mutation. Dr. Wood received his B.S. in from Westminster College, Salt Lake City Utah (1975), his Ph.D. Pediatric pediatric /pe·di·at·ric/ (pe?de-at´rik) pertaining to the health of children. pe·di·at·ric adj. Of or relating to pediatrics. Ambulatory Care Center ambulatory care center Walk-in clinic Medical practice A free-standing facility that provides non-emergent medical, or less commonly, dental services at the Hospital. Once this pledge is completed, accumulated contributions will exceed $4.3 million. For more information, please visit www.caringforkids.com. |
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