2010-Model Central Florida International Auto Show

ORLANDO, Fla. – (October 22, 2009) Consumers looking for savings at the gas pump can learn more about their options at this year’s Central Florida International Auto Show. Held at the Orange County Convention Center Thursday, November 26 (Thanksgiving Day) through Sunday, November 29, attendees are invited to take the Green Trail and learn about the latest green automotive options and fuel-saving technologies.

The Green Trail consists of green directional arrows highlighting alternative fuel vehicles from a variety of automotive manufacturers. Large arrows along the auto show carpet note the location of these special vehicles.  Auto Show visitors are encouraged to talk to manufacturer representatives about new alternative fuel technology, gather tips to save money at the fuel pump and collect information to support a cleaner environment.

Manufacturers featuring alternative fuel vehicles include Cadillac, Chevrolet, Ford, GMC, Honda, Lexus, Mercury, Toyota and more. Representatives from these manufacturers will also be at the show to provide attendees with information on these eco- and wallet-friendly options. (Vehicles are subject to change.)

The Central Florida International Auto Show is presented by the Central Florida Auto Dealers Association, Inc., sponsored by The Orlando Sentinel and produced by Motor Trend Auto Shows, LLC, the nation’s largest auto show producer and part of Source Interlink Companies, Inc. The auto show will be open to the public Thursday, November 26 (Thanksgiving Day) through Sunday, November 29, at the Orange County Convention Center, located at 9800 International Drive, in Orlando. Parking is available in the convention center lots. The auto show is pleased to offer complimentary shuttle service to and from the convention center parking lots during all show hours.

Show hours are Thursday, from noon to 10 p.m., Friday and Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Admission to the event is $9 for adults, $5 for military with ID, seniors, students with ID and $3 for children ages 7-12. Children ages six and younger are admitted free when accompanied by a paying adult. Save time and money by purchasing E-tickets at www.AutoShowOrlando.com and receive a $1 discount off regular weekday adult admission. Attendees will receive a free one-year subscription to Motor Trend magazine with each online ticket order or box office purchase. Complimentary tickets for Thursday and discount coupons for Friday, Saturday and Sunday are also available at participating locations of Winn-Dixie and Sonic Drive-In. Additional information and directions are available on the official show Web site, www.AutoShowOrlando.com.