Auto shows bring together people from all backgrounds. The bigger shows can attract millions from all around the world. These events mark an opportunity for automakers to showcase their latest products and test their new ideas and gauge customer enthusiasm. Some have even likened these larger car shows to press conferences, while more organic auto shows are similar to networking events. There are thousands of car shows every year, but some stand above the rest.
Frankfurt Motor Show
The Frankfurt Motor Show is named Internationale Automobil-Ausstellung. This German show has its origins back in the late 1800s and has since split into two different shows in 1991. One show displays commercial vehicles in Hanover, Germany, on even-numbered years. The other show displays passenger vehicles in Frankfurt, Germany, in odd-numbered years. Arguably this worldly show has become the best car show for enthusiasts.
Woodward Dream Cruise
Initially, this show started as a fundraiser in 1848 for a soccer field in Ferndale, Michigan but has grown to accommodate the world’s largest one-day automotive event. As a result, this show holds North America’s largest celebration of automotive culture with 1.5 million visitors and 40,000 classic cars from all around the globe.
Auto Shanghai
Auto Shanghai, created in 1985, is held every two years. It is formally known as the Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition. The booming population of potential customers makes this an excellent location for the show. The show has become a big staging event for North American and European companies to display their latest to the Asian market.
International Geneva Motor Show
Every March, Geneva serves as a meeting place for the world’s automotive buffs and industry officials to find the most incredible cars the world has to offer. In addition, many companies choose this show as their concept model debuts, so there will be something new to see each year.
Paris Motor Show
When a show is in Paris, a city known for its elegance and art, you know it will not disappoint. This show was the first in 1898 and has become a significant event for worldly car makers. This biennial event attracted over 1 million visitors, making it the most visited auto show globally and one of the most important.