Cadillac and Smart Tie for the Design Challenge Award at the 2010 Los Angeles Auto Show

LOS ANGELES - November 19, 2010 — Today, a tie was announced at the Los Angeles Auto Show's 2010 Design Challenge. After much deliberation, the judges selected the Cadillac Aera and smart 454 WWT as the two well-deserved winners. The designs were selected for their comfort, safety and driving performance - without sacrificing the styling consumers demand. This year's theme challenged automotive design studios to envision a four-passenger, 1,000 lb. Car.

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Chevrolet Volt Named 2011 Green Car of the Year

LOS ANGELES - November 18, 2010 — The 2011 Chevrolet Volt has been named Green Car Journal's 2011 Green Car of the Year®. The Volt stood out in a stellar field of hybrid, electric and low emission vehicles that all feature exceptional efficiency and innovation in their approach to reducing the automobile's impact on the environment. The Volt is the first-ever electric vehicle to take top prize. This award welcomes a new genre of mass-production electric vehicles.

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Nissan Quest Kids' Fun Zone Revs Up Play Time at the LA Auto Show

LOS ANGELES - November 12, 2010 — Bring the kids to this year's Los Angeles Auto Show and come play in the bigger and better Nissan Quest Kids' Fun Zone. The attraction is open both weekends of the show, including the Friday after Thanksgiving, and features a variety of activities for kids to run, jump, explore and learn.

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Custom Rides, Performance Products and Mobile Electronics Highlight LA Auto Show's

LOS ANGELES - November 12, 2010 — The LA Auto Show has an entire hall dedicated to the automotive aftermarket and specialty vehicle industries. Kentia hall features a jaw-dropping array of products ranging from limited production cars to customized exotics and the latest in mobile electronics and accessories.

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More than 50 Vehicle Debuts to be Unveiled at the LA Auto Show

LOS ANGELES - November 10, 2010 — The Los Angeles Auto Show opens Nov. 19-28 with a record 50 vehicle debuts. This year's show features more elaborate and interactive exhibits and more manufacturers, making it one of the most dynamic LA Auto Shows in years. As sales of new cars improve and consumers are faced with more vehicle choices, the show provides the most convenient way to compare the available options under one roof. The annual event, held at the Los Angeles Convention Center, hosts more than 900 new vehicles and is one of the top automotive events worldwide.

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LA Auto Show Green Cars Ride & Drive Offers Media Test Drives of Alternative Fuel Vehicles

LOS ANGELES - November 3, 2010 — On Nov. 18, the Los Angeles Auto Show will host a unique opportunity for media to drive some of the most advanced electric, hybrid and alternative fuel vehicles available. At least 13 brands representing North American, European and Asian automakers are participating, making it the LA Auto Show's largest Green Cars Ride & Drive to date. From 9:40 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. media will be able to experience back-to-back comparison drives on city streets in real world conditions. The Ride & Drive is sponsored by Southern California Edison (SCE), the Electric Drive Transportation Association (EDTA) and Nielsen Automotive.

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More than 50 Vehicle Debuts to be Unveiled at the LA Auto Show

LOS ANGELES - October 27, 2010 — As the LA Auto Show grows in importance as a global stage for vehicle debuts, so does the number of debuts. The 2010 show will host 20 world debuts and more than 30 North American debuts across virtually all vehicle categories. The show opens amidst improved auto sales and a growing sense of optimism that is evident from the increased number of debuts, more participating manufacturers and larger, more elaborate exhibits.

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2011 Green Car of the Year Finalists Revealed

LOS ANGELES - October 21, 2010 — Green Car Journal announced today its five finalists for the 2011 Green Car of the Year®, including the 2011 Chevrolet Volt, 2011 Ford Fiesta, 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid and the 2011 Nissan LEAF. For the sixth consecutive year, this increasingly important award will be announced during a press conference at the LA Auto Show Press Days on Nov. 18.

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Automotive Design Studios Envision the 1,000 lb. Car

LOS ANGELES - October 20, 2010 — With consumers seeking to minimize consumption of the earth's resources, auto manufacturers and designers are challenged to meet these growing socio- and economic trends with style, while adhering to government and safety regulations.

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Volvo Cars CEO Stefan Jacoby Named Keynote Speaker at the 2010 LA Auto Show Press Days

LOS ANGELES - October 12, 2010 — Stefan Jacoby, president and chief executive officer of Volvo Car Corp, will kick off the Los Angeles Auto Show by delivering the Motor Press Guild (MPG) keynote address the morning of Nov. 17, 2010. The MPG breakfast and Jacoby's address are open to all credentialed Press Days attendees. A Q&A session will be part of the presentation.

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Modern Electric Car Era Begins November at the LA Auto Show
Mass-Production Electric Vehicles Become Available to Consumers

LOS ANGELES - September 21, 2010 — A new era of modern, electric drive transportation begins at the Los Angeles Auto Show this November. Worldwide, nearly all major automakers have announced plans for an electric car in the next few years and Los Angeles will receive the first arrivals in the next several months.

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Automotive Design Studios Envision the 1,000 Pound Car

LOS ANGELES - August 17, 2010 — With consumers seeking to minimize consumption of the earth's resources, auto manufacturers and designers are challenged to meet these growing socio- and economic trends with style and finesse, all while adhering to government and safety regulations.

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More than 20 World Debuts Planned for the 2010 Los Angeles Auto Show

LOS ANGELES - July 29, 2010 — Today, the Los Angeles Auto Show announced that more than 20 World Debuts are confirmed for the 2010 Press Days, Nov. 17 and 18. Many important North American premieres are also anticipated, bringing the total vehicle debuts to approximately 40.

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