EAST NORRITON, Pa.—The Automobile Dealers Association of Greater Philadelphia (ADAGP), owners and producers of the Philadelphia Auto Show, announces the event’s return to the Pennsylvania Convention Center from Jan. 28 to Feb. 5. Media Preview Day is Jan. 27, 2017, followed by the Black Tie Tailgate that evening.

“We are back and better than ever before,” said David Kelleher, chairman of the 2017 Philadelphia Auto Show. “There is so much buzz around the industry this time of year, it’s very exciting. We are unbelievably thrilled to welcome some of the latest products to hit the market as well as several new features that are sure to please all our guests. Philadelphia, it’s time to find what moves you!”

Celebrating its 116th edition, the Philadelphia Auto Show is one of the largest auto shows in the country with annual crowds of approximately 250,000 guests, a 700,000-square foot display floor and regional economic impact of approximately $50 million. For those currently in the market, the Show will continue to be a key influencer in their decision-making process with a yearly average of 90 percent reporting that their purchasing decision is influenced by the Show, which is approximately $3.5 billion in sales. Specific highlights and details of the 2017 Philadelphia Auto Show include:

Preproduction and Hot Production Models
A wide variety of preproduction and hot production vehicles will be on display at this year’s Philadelphia Auto Show including the following 2018 models: Chevrolet Equinox, Hyundai Genesis G80, GMC Terrain, Lexus LC 500, Mercedes-Benz GLA 45 and 250, Toyota Camry, Volkswagen Atlas and Volvo V90.

Among popular 2017 models expected to be on-site are the Acura NSX, Chevy Bolt EV, Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid, Infiniti Q60, Jeep Compass Trailhawk, Mazda CX-5 and Nissan GTR. Visit phillyautoshow.com for a full list of featured vehicles.

Exotics
The 2017 exotic vehicles display at this year’s Philadelphia Auto Show is one of the largest in the country and one of the best in its history. The event proudly welcomes a brand new Super Car display courtesy of C.F. Charities Super Car Show, which will feature a Saleen S7 Twin Turbo Competition, Ferrari 599XX, SSC Ultimate Aero and Mosler Raptor GTR. In addition, the Show also proudly welcomes the Ferrari GTC4 Lusso, which debuted at the renowned Paris Auto Show, as well as Karma for the first time. Karma’s Revero, which is the first vehicle sold in the U.S. with a solar roof that will power the vehicle, will be on display. Further, the ever-popular exotics display hosted by F.C. Kerbeck will be onsite and another crowd pleaser. With vehicles ranging from an Aston Martin DB11 and Bentley Bentayga to a Lamborghini LP710 SV and Maserati Levante S, there will be plenty for guests to ooh and ahh at.

Hollywood Cars Display
For the first time ever, the Philadelphia Auto Show will host a one-of-a-kind Hollywood Cars display featuring vehicles from some of Hollywood’s biggest blockbusters. Examples include the 1966 Batmobile, Back to the Future’s Delorean, Ghostbusters’ 1991 Cadillac Hearse Ecto-1, Dumb and Dumber’s 1989 Ford Econoline Van “Sheep Dog” promotional vehicle, also known as the Mutt Cutts Mobile, Death Race’s Frankenstein Mustang, Harry Potter’s Ford Anglia, the infamous Jurassic Park Jeep and Supernatural’s Thor the Impala.

Classics
Attendees are also invited to take a trip down memory lane at one of the largest classic automobile displays in the area. Courtesy of the Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum, Antique Automobile Club of America and Vintage Automobile Museum of New Jersey, some of the most beloved and favorite cars of yesteryear will be onsite. Examples include the 1910 Packard 18 Model NC, 1928 Auburn 8-88 Boat Tail Speedster and 1968 Ford Shelby GT 500 as well as dozens of others.

Ride-and-Drive Opportunities
Camp Jeep will return to the Philadelphia Auto Show for its fifth consecutive appearance and feature a revamped interactive adventure zone where professional 4x4 drivers allow riders to experience a Jeep's on- and off-road capabilities inside the Convention Center. The Jeep Kids Course with kid-sized Jeeps also returns, adjacent to Camp Jeep.

Guests will also get the opportunity to find what moves them at the 2017 Ride and Drive Zone. Located just outside the DUB display on the street level of the Convention Center, the Zone will offer test drives from BMW, Nissan, Kia, Mazda and Toyota. Details for each vehicle manufacturer vary and should be monitored at phillyautoshow.com.

DUB Show Tour
Hosted by DUB magazine, the premier publication of the urban automotive lifestyle, this year’s DUB Live exhibit will include 100,000 square feet of the hottest customized rides today. Located in Hall F of the Convention Center, this display continues to gain popularity every year and is one guests will not want to miss.

Deaf & Hard of Hearing Community Events
Sponsored by Xfinity, the Auto Show will host two Deaf & Hard of Hearing Community Access events during the 2017 show on Jan. 28 from 9am – 3pm and Jan. 31 from 4pm – 9pm. ASL interpreters will be available during that time.

Philanthropic Giving from Ticket Sales
The ADAGP donates $2 from every Auto Show ticket sold to the Auto Dealers CARing for Kids Foundation. The Foundation uses the funds for programs benefiting area children like its Driving Away the Cold effort, which provides brand new winter coats to kids that need them most.

Black Tie Tailgate
Open to the public and featuring a brand-new catering menu, the 2017 Black Tie Tailgate is set for Jan. 27. This one-of-a-kind preview invites guest to dine, dance and enjoy everything the 2017 Philadelphia Auto Show has to offer. This year’s menu was designed by two of Philadelphia’s most notable chefs, Kevin Sbraga and Townsend Wentz, in conjunction with Aramark. The iconic Termini Bros. Bakery will provide the desserts. All proceeds benefit the Division of Neurology at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia through the Auto Dealers CARing for Kids Foundation. Tickets are available at phillyautoshow.com/bttg.

About the Show
The 2017 Philadelphia Auto Show hours are:

  • Weekdays: noon to 10 p.m.
  • Saturdays: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
  • Sundays: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Jan. 29, and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Feb. 5

Tickets are $14 for adults (age 13 and up) and $7 for children (ages 7-12) and may be purchased at phillyautoshow.com or at the Convention Center box office. Children ages 6 and younger do not require a ticket. Senior citizens (ages 62 and older) receive a special admission price of $7 on weekdays only. Senior citizen tickets are not available online.

Discount Coupons
Pick up weekday discount coupons at participating local new car and truck franchised dealerships. Coupons may be redeemed at the box office at the Pennsylvania Convention Center for a $3 discount on weekday admission to the Auto Show. A partial list of participating dealers is available at phillyautoshow.com.

Discount Weekday Tickets Available Through SEPTA
Weekday Philadelphia Auto Show tickets are available through SEPTA at the price of $11 for adult admission and $7 for child/senior admission.

Event Sponsors
The Philadelphia Auto Show welcomes back State Farm as its 2017 premier sponsor.

About the ADAGP and Auto Dealers CARing for Kids Foundation
The Automobile Dealers Association of Greater Philadelphia (ADAGP), established in 1904, is the oldest association of its kind in the nation. Comprised of 185 franchised new car and truck dealers throughout the five-county Philadelphia area, the Association owns and produces the Philadelphia Auto Show. The Auto Dealers CARing for Kids Foundation is the philanthropic arm of the ADAGP. It is a 501(c)(3) public charity that aims to enhance and enrich the lives of children in the communities where its dealer members work and live. Since its incorporation in 2003, the Foundation has contributed more than $9.6 million to area children’s charities and organizations.

**Editor’s Note – Information valid as of print date. Please check www.phillyautoshow.com for the latest updates on featured vehicles, special events and more.

Contacts

Philadelphia Auto Show
Andrea Simpson, 610-279-5229
andrea@adagp.com
or
Brownstein Group
Mallory Horshaw, 215-735-3470 x139
mhorshaw@brownsteingroup.com