Members of the local media invited to get news footage of the show the afternoon of Friday, Jan. 20

Louisville, KY -- (ReleaseWire) -- 01/12/2017 -- The Louisville Auto Show will take place at the Kentucky Exposition Center once again in late January, with this year's event featuring a special guest: the 2016 Heisman Trophy.

Members of the news media are invited to attend, report on and get footage of the event starting at 3 p.m. Friday, Jan. 20. At that time, attendees will be able to check out the Heisman Trophy, which University of Louisville star quarterback Lamar Jackson won for his exceptional 2016 season. Those who would like to have their photos taken with the trophy may do so for a $5 donation to Kosair Charities, a local nonprofit serving children in need.

There will also be a VIP Preview Party taking place Thursday, Jan. 19 at 6 p.m., with proceeds also benefiting Kosair Charities.

"The Louisville Auto Show is a great annual event that will feature some exciting new developments this year," said Kimberlee Huffman, chairman of the Greater Louisville Automobile Dealers Association (GLADA), the organization behind the auto show. "In addition to the Heisman Trophy and VIP Preview Party, we will again host the country's largest ride and drive event, with models from Ford, MINI, Kia, Honda, Jeep, Volkswagen and more. We are incredibly excited for what's in store at this year's show."

The Louisville Auto Show starts Friday at 3 p.m. and runs through the weekend, ending at 4 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 22. It will feature a broad range of brand-new cars, trucks and SUVs from more than 60 auto dealers from throughout Kentuckiana. More than 20 automotive brands will be represented at the event.

The auto show is a long-standing tradition in Louisville, tracing its roots back to 1958. Also new to this year's event will be eight classic cars from the National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, along with seven exotic models from around the world. Attendees will be able to sit in one of these vehicles for a $5 donation to Kosair Charities. And, during the Ride and Drive event, licensed drivers ages 18 and up will be able to test drive select models.

The Kentucky Exposition Center is located at 937 Phillips Lane in Louisville, near the interchange of Interstates 65 and 264. Official event hours are 3 to 9 p.m. Jan. 20, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Jan. 21 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 22. Admission for adults is $7 online in advance or $9.50 at the gate, and children under 14 get in free.

To learn more about the 2017 Louisville Auto Show, go to http://www.louisvilleautoshow.com.

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Show to feature Ride and Drive event with Mercedes, MINI Cooper, VW, Lexus and a wide range of other top-selling brands

Louisville, KY -- (ReleaseWire) -- 01/02/2017 -- The Louisville Auto Show will hit the Kentucky Exposition Center again this January, with the 2017 show featuring a wide range of brand-new cars, trucks and SUVs for participants to view, ride in and drive.

The show, which begins Friday, Jan. 20 at 3 p.m. and runs through Jan. 22, will feature more than 60 auto dealers from throughout the region and over 20 different automotive brands. The Greater Louisville Automobile Dealers Association (GLADA) organizes the annual event, which has grown exponentially since its beginnings in 1958.

"Over the years, the Louisville Auto Show has become one of the most sought-after events of its kind in the Midwest, and this year looks to be even more exciting," said Kimberlee Huffman, chairman of GLADA. "For the third year in a row, we will host the nation's largest ride and drive event, featuring new models from Ford, VW, MINI, Kia, Honda, Jeep and several others. And, there will be plenty of new activities and vendors for attendees to enjoy."

The 2017 Louisville Auto Show will take place at the Kentucky Exposition Center, a 106,000 square-foot facility with ample space to showcase all of the brand-new vehicles on display. Attendees will have the opportunity to check out and even test drive these vehicles. To be eligible, drivers must be at least 18 years old, have a valid driver's license and be willing to complete a waiver of liability. Test drive passengers must be at least eight years old.

New this year will be eight vehicles from the National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, along with seven exotic automobiles. Attendees who donate $5 to Kosair Charities will be able to sit in one of these cars and have their picture taken.

In addition to the Ride and Drive event, the auto show will include numerous vendors, with food and beverages available for purchase.

"The Louisville Auto Show is a fun and engaging event for the entire family," said Bob Hook III, past chairman of GLADA. "We are very much looking forward to all that's in store with our 2017 show."

About The Kentucky Exposition Center
The Kentucky Exposition Center is located at 937 Phelps Lane in Louisville, near the I-65 and I-264 interchange. Show hours are 3 to 9 p.m. Jan. 20, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Jan. 21 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 22. Admission for adults is $7 online in advance or $9.50 at the gate, while children under 14 get in free.

For more information, please visit http://www.louisvilleautoshow.com.

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Kentucky and Indiana area drivers can enjoy large ride and drive event and numerous brands

Louisville, KY -- (ReleaseWire) -- 01/06/2016 -- The 2016 Louisville Auto Show will be held from Friday, January 15 thru Sunday, January 17, providing visitors of all ages with the opportunity to view, ride in and drive a wide variety of vehicles manufactured by many of the auto industry's top brands.

The Louisville Auto Show will feature more than 60 participating area auto dealers, who will showcase vehicles manufactured by more than 20 different brands. Among this year's attractions will be brand new exotic vehicles, which guests will have the opportunity to view up close. In addition to dealers, other vendors will also be on hand to interact with guests.

A highlight of last year's show was the introduction of the country's largest ride and drive event, which will return to the auto show this year. 2016 model coupes, sedans, SUVs and trucks produced by a number of major automotive brands, including Chevrolet, Ford, Honda, Lexus, Mercedes and Nissan, will be available for test drives. In total, more than 80 different vehicles can be driven for free by registered participants.

"For over 50 years, the Louisville Auto Show has provided automotive enthusiasts in the Kentucky and Indiana communities with an unparalleled opportunity to experience the latest advances in vehicle design and utility," said Bob Hook III, Immediate Past GLADA Chairman of the Board. "With a wide range of luxury and sport vehicles as well as economy vehicles on hand, this event truly offers something for everyone."

The ride and drive portion of the show will take place from 12 to 7 p.m. on Friday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. Interested attendees may register for ride and drive up to an hour before the event's conclusion each day.

The event will take place at the Kentucky Exposition Center, a 106,000 square-foot facility located at 937 Phelps Lane in Louisville. Hours are 12 to 8 p.m. on Friday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Adult tickets are $7 online or $9.50 at the gate, while uniformed or ID-holding military personnel will be admitted for $5. Senior citizens age 55 and older can enjoy a discounted rate of $5 on Friday only, and children age 14 and younger will be admitted free of charge every day.

"The Louisville Auto Show is a fun event for the whole family," said Hook. "It's a great chance to come check out the latest models, explore the offerings of local dealers and mingle with other people who are excited about cars. We expect this year's event to be even better than last year's."

About Louisville Auto Show
First held in 1958, Louisville Auto Show has grown into the area's premier gathering for auto enthusiasts, offering an opportunity for browsing, test driving and purchasing new vehicles. To learn more about the event, please visit http://www.louisvilleautoshow.com.

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