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Automotive Hall of Fame to Broadcast 2025 Induction Ceremony Globally for Second Year (The Auto Channel did it first in 1997)


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DEARBORN, Mich., Aug. 27, 2025 -- Following the resounding success of its first-ever global broadcast in 2024, the Automotive Hall of Fame is proud to announce the return of its broadcast of the Induction Ceremony on September 25, 2025, from The Department at Hudson's in downtown Detroit beginning at 6 p.m. ET.

Thousands of viewers in over 29 countries tuned in last year, and the 2025 broadcast promises to be even more dynamic. Returning to host this year's celebration are Rhonda Walker (WDIV Local 4) as Master of Ceremony and Kim DeGiulio (WDIV Local 4) as the broadcast host. The ceremony will feature exclusive interviews with this year's tribute speakers and inductees, including:

  • Dieter Zetsche, former Chairman of Daimler AG
  • Roger Penske, offering a tribute to Zetsche
  • Bianca Senna, CEO of Senna Brands and niece of Ayrton Senna
  • Mark Reuss, President of General Motors

"As I have heard, obviously, of the Automotive Hall of Fame before, and very much have positive memories about my time in Detroit, my immediate reaction was, of course, I'll accept. I appreciate the honor. And I'm looking forward to September," said Dr. Dieter Zetsche.

Viewers will also enjoy tribute videos, special appearances, and a featured segment on vehicles connected to the inductees, including Ayrton Senna's 1992 McLaren MP4/7A.

"Induction into the global Automotive Hall of Fame is the highest honor in our industry. We're proud to create an experience that gives fans, families, and colleagues around the world a front-row seat to celebrate the most remarkable contributors to the automotive world," said Sarah Cook, President of the Automotive Hall of Fame.

Don't miss this rare opportunity to witness automotive history unfold.

Register to watch the global broadcast at: www.automotivehalloffame.org/2025_induction_broadcast/

Since 1967, Automotive Hall of Fame has inducted over 300 people from across the world. Located at 21400 Oakwood Blvd in Dearborn, Michigan, AHF is open to the public Thursdays – Sundays, 10 a.m.  – 4 p.m. You can also visit the Automotive Hall of Fame online at automotivehalloffame.org or on our LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram pages.  

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SOURCE Automotive Hall of Fame