ANAHEIM, Calif., Sept. 30 /PRNewswire/ --
WHAT: The Orange County Auto Show kicks off the 2009-model auto show season, allowing consumers to see more than 500 of the latest cars, trucks, sport/utility vehicles and crossovers all in one place -- the Anaheim Convention Center. The Orange County Auto Show brings some of the hottest concepts, newest production vehicles and aftermarket creations to the Orange County marketplace. With gas prices on the rise, the auto show is also the perfect place to learn more about popular "green" trends in the auto industry and follow the Auto Show Green Trail to several of the latest alternative fuel vehicles.
The Orange County Auto Show will offer members of the media a
sneak preview of the auto show including the West Coast debuts of the Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4, 2009 Maserati Quattro Porte, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta TDI Clean Diesel, 2009 Pontiac SolsticeCoupe and 2009 Subaru Impreza WRX. Additionally, interview opportunities will be available with Motor Trend Magazine Senior Editor Mark Williams, Motor Trend Magazine Publisher Ira Gabriel, local Ford Designer Freeman Thomas, and more. Come speak with industry experts to learn more about alternative fuel vehicles, fuel efficient vehicles, the new clean diesel cars, and more.
WHEN: Thursday, October 2 - Opening Day
8 a.m. - Noon (Sneak Preview for Media)
Noon - 10 p.m. (Show Open to Public)
WHERE: Anaheim Convention Center
800 West Katella Avenue
Anaheim, CA 92802
(Special media parking available --- call DeeDee's cell
415/515-1229 upon arrival)
VISUALS/INTERVIEW OPPORTUNITIES:
-- Several concept cars will be showcased including the Chevrolet Bumblebee Camaro, Chrysler Hollywood, Saturn Flextreme, Ford Explorer America, Suzuki Makai and more
-- See the latest alternative fuel vehicles, including hybrids and the West Coast debut of the 2009 Volkswagen Jetta TDI Clean Diesel (50 mpg) Come see the latest in pet safety from BARK Buckle-Up including pet oxygen masks
-- The Al & Ed's Autosound Auto Show Underground will showcase the hottest car customization trends including a custom Ed Hardy smart car, Chevrolet SSR truck equipped with barbeque and the ear-pounding power of the 15,000-Watt Experience that blasts beats from a bone-rattling 15,000-Watt sound while you are seated in the car
-- Interview opportunities with Motor Trend Magazine Senior Editor Mark Williams and Publisher Ira Gabriel
CONTACT: DeeDee Taft 415/515-1229
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