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The '''Greater Los Angeles Auto Show''' is an annual [[auto show]] that takes place at the [[Los Angeles Convention Center]] in  [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]], [[California]].  The show has been held annually since [[1907]].  The first show took place at Morley's Skating Rink in downtown Los Angeles, just four blocks from the current Convention Center location.
The '''Greater Los Angeles Auto Show''' is an annual [[auto show]] that takes place at the Los Angeles Convention Center in  Los Angeles, California.  The show has been held annually since 1907.  The first show took place at Morley's Skating Rink in downtown Los Angeles, just four blocks from the current Convention Center location.


The show traditionally took place in early January, but in [[2006]] was moved to November so as not to be overshadowed by the [[North American International Auto Show]].  That year, one show was held in January and another in November, the latter being dubbed a "2007" show.  The Los Angeles show is only the second International Auto Show in the United States to be officially recognized by the [[Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d'Automobiles]], with the first recognized show in November 2006.  With a special spot on the international calendar, it is likely that the LA show will become host to more vehicle introductions than before.
The show traditionally took place in early January, but in 2006 was moved to November so as not to be overshadowed by the [[North American International Auto Show]].  That year, one show was held in January and another in November, the latter being dubbed a "2007" show.  The Los Angeles show is only the second International Auto Show in the United States to be officially recognized by the [[Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d'Automobiles]], with the first recognized show in November 2006.  With a special spot on the international calendar, it is likely that the LA show will become host to more vehicle introductions than before.


==2007==
==2007==


The 2007 Greater Los Angeles International Auto Show was held on [[November 29]]th through [[December 10]]th, 2006.  The [[Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d'Automobiles]] lists this show under their 2006 season.
The 2007 Greater Los Angeles International Auto Show was held on November 29th through December 10th, 2006.  The [[Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d'Automobiles]] lists this show under their 2006 season.


===Production models===
===Production models===
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====World debuts====
====World debuts====
* 2007 [[Aston Martin V8 Vantage (2005)|Aston Martin V8 Vantage]] Roadster
* 2007 [[Aston Martin V8 Vantage|Aston Martin V8 Vantage]] Roadster
* 2007 [[Audi TT]] Roadster
* 2007 [[Audi TT]] Roadster
* [[BMW Hydrogen 7]]
* [[BMW Hydrogen 7]]
* 2008 [[Buick Enclave]]
* 2008 [[Buick Enclave]]
* 2007 [[Cadillac DTS|Cadillac DTS-L]]
* 2007 [[Cadillac DTS|Cadillac DTS-L]]
* [[Callaway_Cars_Incorporated|Callaway]] C16
* [[Callaway|Callaway]] C16
* 2008 [[Chrysler Sebring]] convertible
* 2008 [[Chrysler Sebring]] convertible
* 2007 [[Ferrari 599 GTB]]
* 2007 [[Ferrari 599 GTB]]
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* [[Volkswagen Tiguan]]
* [[Volkswagen Tiguan]]


[[Audi]] and [[Volkswagen]] also showed their new [[BlueTec]] [[diesel]] cars for the first time in the USA.{{citation needed}}
[[Audi]] and [[Volkswagen]] also showed their new [[BlueTec]] [[diesel]] cars for the first time in the USA.


==2006==
==2006==
The 2006 Los Angeles show was held on [[January 6]] through [[January 15]]. It featured the following new models.
The 2006 Los Angeles show was held on January 6 through January 15. It featured the following new models.


[[Motor Trend]] reviewed an entire spectrum of automobiles at the Los Angeles Auto show covering a full range of vehicles to suit every need.  
[[Motor Trend]] reviewed an entire spectrum of automobiles at the Los Angeles Auto show covering a full range of vehicles to suit every need.  
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* [[Jeep Gladiator]]
* [[Jeep Gladiator]]
* [[Jeep Hurricane]]
* [[Jeep Hurricane]]
* [[Lamborghini Miura#2006 Miura concept|Lamborghini Miura]] concept (at the [[Museum of Television & Radio]] on [[January 5]], not at the show)
* [[Lamborghini Miura#2006 Miura concept|Lamborghini Miura]] concept (at the Museum of Television & Radio on January 5, not at the show)
* [[Lexus LF-A]]
* [[Lexus LF-A]]
* [[Maserati Birdcage 75th]]
* [[Maserati Birdcage 75th]]

Revision as of 06:41, 15 January 2007

The Greater Los Angeles Auto Show is an annual auto show that takes place at the Los Angeles Convention Center in Los Angeles, California. The show has been held annually since 1907. The first show took place at Morley's Skating Rink in downtown Los Angeles, just four blocks from the current Convention Center location.

The show traditionally took place in early January, but in 2006 was moved to November so as not to be overshadowed by the North American International Auto Show. That year, one show was held in January and another in November, the latter being dubbed a "2007" show. The Los Angeles show is only the second International Auto Show in the United States to be officially recognized by the Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d'Automobiles, with the first recognized show in November 2006. With a special spot on the international calendar, it is likely that the LA show will become host to more vehicle introductions than before.

2007

The 2007 Greater Los Angeles International Auto Show was held on November 29th through December 10th, 2006. The Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d'Automobiles lists this show under their 2006 season.

Production models

World debuts

North American debuts

Concept cars

Audi and Volkswagen also showed their new BlueTec diesel cars for the first time in the USA.

2006

The 2006 Los Angeles show was held on January 6 through January 15. It featured the following new models.

Motor Trend reviewed an entire spectrum of automobiles at the Los Angeles Auto show covering a full range of vehicles to suit every need.


Production models

Concept cars

External links

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