Mark your calendars – the 98th Vancouver International Auto Show returns to Vancouver next week on March 28th running though until April 1st.
The 2018 Show, the physically largest in the 98 year history of the event, will build on the success of last year’s show, which saw more than 115,000 attendees.
The 2018 event features over 400 new vehicles, specialty vehicles from world leading manufacturers, and dozens of one-of-a-kind vehicles from unique private collections in Canada. Whether you are a sports car enthusiast, want to view EVs, pick-up trucks, sedans, supercars, and everything between, the 2018 Auto Show truly has something for everyone.
Guests to the 2018 Show will also have the opportunity to do more than view a number of these exciting new vehicles. Come and take a spin in one of the vehicles onsite at the Electric Vehicle Experience – Test Drives, presented by CEVforBC™ (sign up the at CEVforBC™ booth) and the TOYOTA/LEXUS Hybrid Ride & Drive (located at the Show Main Entrance).
And join us at the Show for daily drive up outdoor displays on Jack Poole Plaza that will bring new themed excitement to the Show each and every day.
This year, all show attendees will also have the opportunity to enter to win the Grand Prize vehicle, a new 2018 Chevrolet Bolt EV, courtesy of your BC Chevrolet Dealers. Be sure to enter to win this game changing vehicle on Level 1 just inside the Main Ticketing Entrance archway and you could win this electrifying ride!
One of the most exciting new vehicles at this year’s Auto Show is the highly anticipated Escala Concept vehicle. Another vehicle not to miss is the North American debut of the BMW X-4 and for the first time in Canada, check out the new Rolls Royce Phantom EWB VIII. On top of these great new vehicles, during your visit to the Vancouver International Auto Show, make sure to check out the exotics, supercars, custom and vintage cars, the return of the Monster Energy DUB Show Tour and more.
You won’t want to miss being one of the first people in B.C. to check out the world’s first plug-in hybrid SUV from Mitsubishi or the hyper luxury SUV from Lamborghini – the Urus. These vehicles and many others are being shown for the first time in the province and are a can’t-miss feature for car lovers of all kind.
Maybe the 360 Fabrication builds, the Dueck Garage feature display, the BC Hot Rod Association showcase or a “Motorsport in BC” display showcasing some of the coolest race displays and personalities will be your star of the show.
As always, the Vancouver Auto Show is a family-friendly event! Drop by the Volkswagen Children’s Playcare Centre offering a free professional daycare service filled with exciting activities for your children onsite. There will be arts and crafts, dress-up, DVDs and more to keep the youngsters entertained and in good hands. The Volkswagen Children’s Playcare Centre is located inside the Thurlow entrance to the show. Be sure to check out our website for information on the Family Pass.
The 98th Vancouver International Auto Show will take place at the Vancouver Convention Center (West). To learn more about this year’s features, and to purchase your tickets, visit: www.VancouverInternationalAutoShow.com
Follow the Vancouver International Auto Show on social media using #VanAutoshow18 / Facebook (www.facebook.com/VIAS) for important Show updates and exciting online contests! See you at the Show!
Blair Qualey is President and CEO of the New Car Dealers Association of BC.
