LOS ANGELES (WestHollywoodToday.blogspot, November 17, 2023) – LA Autoshow vehicle debuts and activities over Thanksgiving Weekend 2023. Photos by Karen Ostlund
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LA Autoshow back to to the Los Angeles Convention Center from November 17-26 2023.
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| The all-new 2025 Subaru Forester showcases completely redesigned style, updated technology, and convenient new features as all-weather capability with standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and 8.7 inches of ground clearance and upgraded standard EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology. |
The show features brands and showcases from Acura, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Ford, Genesis, Honda, Hyundai, Jaguar, Kia, Land Rover, Lexus, Lincoln, Lucid, Mazda, Nissan, Polestar, Porsche, Subaru, Toyota, Volkswagen and Volvo. There will be driving and demo opportunities with Cadillac, Chevrolet, Ford, Hyundai, Kia, Lucid, Nissan, Polestar, Porsche, Verge Motorcycles, Volkswagen, and Volvo.
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| The 2023 turbocharged Hyundai Santa Fe has compact SUV features with a wider, aggressive front grille, digital cluster, available HTRAC AWD and up to 281 hp, The hybrid model, with a 232-hp setup uses a turbocharged 1.6-liter inline-four gas engine. |
Appealing to fans of American iron and international design alike, the 2023 LA Auto show boasts a diverse range of brands eager to engage and connect with active vehicle shoppers, automotive enthusiasts and families throughout Southern California.
Participating across the exhibits, activation and ride & drive opportunities with the latest electric, hybrid, and gas-powered vehicles. This year’s lineup features a stellar roster of brands including: Acura, Aston Martin, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Fiat, Ford, Genesis, Honda, Hyundai, Jaguar, Jeep, Kia, Land Rover, Lexus, Lincoln, Lucid, Mazda, Nissan, Polestar, Porsche, Ram, Subaru, Toyota, Volkswagen and Volvo.
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| 2024 Lucid Air is an electric car that can jump to 60 mph in 3.0 seconds and then glide over 400 miles before needing to be recharged. |
“We were exhilarated to receive confirmation of attendance from most of the auto makers very early this year,” said LA Auto Show President, Terri Toennies. “This enthusiastic involvement reaffirms the pivotal role of the California market in the automotive world, as well as the manufacturers’ confidence in our ability to serve as a crucial touchpoint for connecting with both existing and prospective customers.”
As a result of this overwhelming industry support for the 2023 show, a number of driving tracks have been moved outside to the new Electric Avenue Test Track, but several indoor tracks and driving experiences will remain.This combination will allow an unprecedented number of visitors to partake in the ride & drive programs throughout the 10-day event.
Global debuts for the all-new Lucid Gravity and a next-generation Subaru model with North American reveals and announcements from Acura, Hyundai and Kia as highlights.
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| 2024 Kia Sorento made its debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show with a confident exterior redesign, an uplevel premium interior with next-generation technology, and a newly added X-Pro variant geared up for more thrilling outdoor excursions. The vehicle has innovative elements borrowed from the 2024 EV9. |
This year’s show featured the debut of “Electric Avenue” – an all-electric test drive track that will encircle South Hall. Participating automakers will include Cadillac, Chevrolet, Ford, Kia, Lucid, Polestar, Porsche and Volvo. Inside South Hall, the EV Discovery Center, in partnership with the Hispanic Press Motor Guild, that will offer attendees a bilingual opportunity to educate and inform themselves on the entire electric vehicle, charging and incentive ecosystem.
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| The Acura Design Studio and Acura engineers crafted the all-electric ZDX and ZDX Type S to provide a driving experience that has an anticipated range rating of 325 miles* available. The ZDX Types S can deliver an estimated 500-HP* and features an electric powertrain that thrills with 0-60 in under 5 seconds. |
LA Auto Show will feature a myriad of announcements from brands across the entire global transportation industry, including the hydrogen fuel cell EV manufacturer NIKOLA, electric super-bike builder Verge Motorcycles, and Pebble EV travel trailers, all of whom will introduce their newest models and products.
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| New start-up AITEKX will break on to the scene with the global reveal of their Configurable Multi-Function Electric Vehicle. |
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| The Kona Electric stands out with its superior efficiency, cutting-edge technologies, distinctive design, and comprehensive safety was chosen at 2023 Hispanic Motor Press Award. |
Hofer Powertrain is an innovative German-based company that has recently proven it can fully charge an EV for 248 miles in 15 minutes. Vehicles equipped with the technology have the potential to transform charging periods into something equivalent to a trip to the gas station. The executive team from Hofer Powertrain will be available to meet media and potential investors.
WiTricity is a Watertown, MA-based wireless charging company. Its technology is currently an aftermarket accessory, which has been outfitted on a number of Ford Mustang Mach E and Transit vans. The WiTricity wireless charging represents a step forward in charging convenience and has the potential to increase the mass adoption of EVs.
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AutoMobility LA attendees will also get a first-hand look as popular artist and Los Angeles native Mister Cartoon unveils the official LA Auto Show print he created specifically for the occasion.
Fans of the Fast & Furious franchise will be able to see a number of cars from the movie series, while Robert Downey Jr will be presenting all six of the eco-friendly vehicles he transformed in the Max series Downey’s Dream Cars.
There will also be promotions from Hulu’s Drive with Swizz Beatz and Ferrari (The Movie), providing entertainment for all the family.
Ford will bring an impressive array of new vehicles and activities. These include the “Bronco Off-Roadeo Ride Experience” with its thrilling climb up the 38-degree slopes of Bronco Mountain and vehicle debuts including a new Mustang Special Edition and the Ford “Gamer Van” – a custom collaboration with Full Gaming Squad based on the Transit Trail.
Three additional brands will entice visitors with indoor vehicle activations to experience their latest models. Nissan and Volkswagen have collaborated to provide attendees a co-located EV Track Experience, while Hyundia will again provide indoor test rides on its enclosed exhibitor EV track.
This year will be the first time the comedian, actor Kevin Hart will showcase his American muscle cars from the Kevin Hart Kollection.
Among them will be the 1970 Dodge Challenger Bane, which will come to Los Angeles for its public reveal after being shown at the 2023 SEMA automotive industry trade show.
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| 1959 Chevrolet Corvette at Kevin Hart Kollection. |
“I’m pumped for people to see my cars in person,” Kevin Hart said. “Some have been at the big hot rod shows, but this is the first time they’ll all be together. And to do it at a major international event like the LA Auto Show was the ideal place to make it happen. I can’t wait for fans to see them and find out which one is their favorite.”
Cars of Kevin Hart Kollection. on display will include:• 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (Mint Condition)
• 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle (Darkness)
• 1969 Chevrolet Camaro (Bad News)
• 1969 Pontiac GTO (Chocolate Droppa)
• 1966 Pontiac GTO Convertible
• 1969 Plymouth Roadrunner (Michael Myers)
• 1970 Dodge Challenger (Bane)
• 1970 Dodge Charger (Hellraiser)
• 1987 Buick Grand National (Dark Knight)
• 2023 Ferrari 812 Competizione
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