2009-Model Central Florida International Auto Show

 Auto show attendees will have a chance to sit behind the wheel and get a real feel for the performance and handling of several models from General Motors.  Ride & Drive will take place in front of the Orange County Convention Center.

Hours of Operation:

Friday, November 28 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Saturday, November 29 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Sunday, November 30 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Chevrolet Malibu

Auto show attendees will have a chance to sit behind the wheel and get a real feel for the performance and handling of several models from Hyundai including the Genesis, Azera, Sonata, Veracruz, and Elantra.  Ride & Drive will take place in Lot D.

Hours of Operation:

Friday, November 28 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Saturday, November 29 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Sunday, November 30 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Hyundai Genesis

The Toyota Behind the Wheel Adventure gives auto show attendees the opportunity to test drive* a Toyota 4x4 Tundra, Tacoma and FJ Cruiser on a challenging off-road course filled with large moguls, steep berms, a big hill, tunnel and teeter totter. There is no cost to participate, and everyone receives a free gift, including the kids.  One of each vehicle will be on display and friendly product specialists will be available to answer questions.

Hours of Operation:

Thursday, November 27 12 noon to 10 p.m.

Friday, November 28 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Saturday, November 29 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Sunday, November 30 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

*To drive, auto show attendees must be 18 or older and have current a driver's license. Minors can attend the event with a parent or legal guardian, and children can ride as passengers if they are at least 4' 9" (57 inches) tall or over 8 years old. Children 8 years and older who are not 57 inches tall may ride with proof of age (birth certificate or passport).  There will be no additional fee to drive or participate in the event.

Toyota Tundra			Toyota FJ Cruiser
Toyota Tacoma

Check out the futuristic concept cars and pre-production models that are sure to steal the spotlight at this year's show. These vehicles provide a glimpse of what is around the corner in automotive design and technology. Concept vehicles are subject to change and are displayed at the sole discretion of the manufacturer.

Ford Airstream			Ford Interceptor
Lincoln MKR

The Green Trail is designed to highlight the latest trends in alternative fuel vehicles.  Through green directional arrows placed along adjacent aisle carpet and a separate auto show map noting their locations, attendees will be able to compare the latest fuel-efficient and alternative fuel models and learn how new technology can help save money at the gas pump as well as promoting a cleaner environment.

Come see a collection of high-dollar-value exotic vehicles from Ferrari & Maserati, courtesy of Ferrari Maserati of Central Florida.

Come see a collection of high-dollar-value exotic vehicles from Bentley, Rolls-Royce and Lamborghini, courtesy of Bentley Orlando, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Orlando and Lamborghini Orlando.

Come to the auto show to see a special display of hot rods from the famous Street Rodder Road Tour.  The display will feature the 1934 Chevy Boyd Coddington Hot Rod along with the 1933 and 1936 Ford Street Rods, courtesy of Street Rodder Magazine.

1934 Chevy Boyd Coddington Street Rod			1933 Ford Street Rod
1936 Ford Street Rod

Receive a FREE one-year subscription to Motor Trend Magazine with each online ticket order or box office purchase, sponsored by Hyundai.

Several antique vehicles will be on display, courtesy of the Antique Automobile Club of America - Orlando Region.

Come see a display showcasing the history of the Ford Model A, courtesy of The Model A's of Greater Orlando.

Come see a display showcasing the history of the Chevrolet Corvette, courtesy of the Corvette Club of Orlando.

Come see a display showcasing the history of the Chevrolet Camaro, courtesy of the Classic Camaro of Central Florida.

Displaying a collection of tricked-out and customized vehicles all show days, courtesy of Jade Motorsports.

Come see both KITT, Knight Industries Two Thousand, KITT’s evil twin KARR, Knight Automated Roving Robot, talk back-and-forth at the auto show.

KITT

KARR

Fasten your seatbelts!  Action star Jason Statham returns in TRANSPORTER 3, a heart-stopping thrill ride, as Frank Martin, the reluctant title character, who is pressured into transporting what could the most dangerous cargo of his career!  TRANSPORTER 3 opens Wednesday, November 26th nationwide.  Be one of the first 50 adults to arrive at the auto show and visit the Automotive Careers Display on Saturday, November 29th to receive a free pass to the movie and a special promotional DVD, courtesy of Lionsgate.

While supplies last. Limit one pass per adult. This pass is complimentary and not for sale. Theatre is not responsible for overbooking and this pass does not guarantee a seat.

Test drive the hottest, new video games on one of 17 gaming stations including the Microsoft Xbox 360™, Sony PLAYSTATION®3 and Nintendo Wii™.  Free for all attendees, the video games featured are rated from E (Everyone) to T (Teen).  Enter in a Guitar Hero® Tournament at the IGX video game display area for a chance to win a gift card to a local video game store.  Tournament starts at 4 p.m. on Saturday, November 29.  Visit display for more details.  Games include: Madden '09, Nintendo Wii Sports Package: Bowling, Boxing, Baseball, etc., Need for Speed, Tiger Woods ‘08 and/or ’09, Mario Cart, Super Smash Brothers, Burnout Paradise, Pirates of the Caribbean, just to name a few.

On Saturday, November 29 stop by the IGX display area and register for a Guitar Hero® Tournament.  The tournament is limited to the first 32 entrants and begins at 4 p.m.  On a 42” Plasma screen, two Guitar controllers will be operative, with the screen set to accommodate two players at once.  Both players will compete on a single song, with the contestant scoring the highest total of points moving on to the next round.  The rounds are single elimination and are played through until a winner is determined in the end.  The winner will receive a gift card to a local area video game store, supplied by IGX.

All children 12 and under are admitted FREE when accompanied by a paying adult.

Appearances between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Sunday, November 30.  Attendees are not guaranteed to see character during advertised hours.  

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The all-new hilarious family adventure starring the world’s best-loved St. Bernard, comes exclusively to DVD on December 30!  Be one of the first 100 families to arrive at the auto show on Sunday, November 30 and receive a redemption postcard for a FREE DVD copy of Beethoven’s Big Break when it is released on December 30, 2008.  Also, stop by the Automotive Careers Exhibit to receive a free movie promotional item, while supplies last!

Win this one-of-a-kind custom chopper built by Tempest Cycles and help a Florida firefighter non-profit organization in the process!  Bike valued at $38,000, all proceeds go to The Zachary Project.  The Zachary Project is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that raises money for firefighters’ children in Florida who are either born with birth defects, or who undergo any major medical illness or injury.  Tickets are $20.00 or 6 for $100.00. The bike will be given away on December 7, 2008 and you do not need to be present to win!