NORTHERN CALIFORNIA'S PREMIER AUTO SHOW TO FEATURE 2010 VEHICLES FROM THE WORLD'S MAJOR MANUFACUTURES

SAN FRANCISCO, CA (October 5, 2009) – The San Francisco Chronicle|SFGate.com 52nd Annual International Auto Show, presented by AutoTrader.com, northern California's premier, largest and most spectacular auto show, will offer Bay Area residents their first opportunity to see the new 2010 model vehicles from the world's major manufacturers, all in one place.

The International Auto Show, scheduled for Thursday, November 26 (Thanksgiving) through Wednesday, December 2 at San Francisco's Moscone Convention Center, will feature more than 800 vehicles representing the work of 37 manufacturers for the year 2009 and beyond.

Supported by the California Motor Car Dealers Association, it is the only auto show held regionally that lures the dazzling high-tech displays from the world's major manufacturers. The show will have exhibits in the north and south halls, the Gateway Ballroom plus the lower lobby areas, filling the 1.2 million sq. ft. Moscone Center. It is expected to draw 350,000 spectators making it the largest exhibition of any kind in the greater Bay Area and the second largest auto show in the western United States.

Among the manufacturers exhibiting their 2010 products are Acura, Bentley, BMW, Chrysler, Ferrari, Ford, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, KIA, Lamborghini, Mercedes-Benz, Saab, Smart Car, Porsche, Toyota, Volkswagen and Volvo to name just a few.

In addition to the 2010 model vehicles, the International Auto Show will feature hybrid and alternative fuel vehicles, The Big O Tires Extreme Autofest hosted by Verizon Wireless, the Academy of Art University Classic Car Collection, hot rods from Dominator Street Rods, racecars and will also provide a glimpse into the future with prototypes and concept vehicles. The Show will also have an auto accessory booth area with aftermarket products, interactive exhibits and much more.

Show hours are:

Thursday, November 26 – Tuesday, December 1: 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Wednesday, December 2: 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Admission is $8 for adults with children 12-years and under free when accompanied by an adult. Tickets can be purchased at the door. For more information visit www.sfautoshow.com