Los Angeles Auto Show

The Los Angeles Auto Show is an annual auto show held at the Los Angeles Convention Center in Los Angeles, California.http://www.laautoshow.com/HoursAdmission.html The show features production models and concept cars from a variety of domestic and foreign manufacturers including Buick, Cadillac, Ford, Toyota, Kia, smart, BMW, Hyundai and Volkswagen, among others.http://www.laautoshow.com/ExhibitorList_P.html Awards for automobile manufacturers are also handed out at the show, with competitions for Green Car of the Year, the Los Angeles Auto Show Design Challenge and more.http://www.autoevolution.com/news/cadillac-aera-wins-la-auto-show-design-challenge-26754.html

The Los Angeles Auto Show is the first major North American auto show of the season, giving the press and the public a preview of the latest vehicles that may define the future of the automobile industry.http://americajr.com/news/LA/autoshowpreview1115.html

A preview for the automotive press was given ahead of the official opening of the Los Angeles Auto Show. The introduction of the 2012 Fiat 500 reportedly had the possibility of being a show topping unveiling. The Italian automobile will sell for approximately $15,000 when it goes on sale and has been hailed by parent company Chrysler as being an eco-friendly automobile that is ready for its North American debut.http://www.scpr.org/news/2010/11/17/reporters-get-sneak-peek-la-auto-show/

Journalist Susan Carpenter talks about the Nissan Ellure concept car that was shown at the 2010 Los Angeles International Auto Show. It is a four door sedan that seats just four occupants. Its consumer target is professional women, and the style is designed to breathe life into the sedan segment of the automotive market. A year was spent on the Ellure's design, which is a mix of geometric shapes and flowing lines.

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• Chrysler EV

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• Dodge EV

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• Jeep EV

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• Mini E

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• CNG Camry Hybrid

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• Sonata Hybrid

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• Chevy Volt

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• Ford Mustang

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• Ferrari California

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• Lamborghini Estoque

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• Aston Martin Vantage N400

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• Lighter materials in the drivetrain allow the N400 to put out 20 more horsepower than the standard Vantage.

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• Audi Q5

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• The Audi Q5 will be introduced as a rival to the BMW X3 and Mercedes-Benz GL-Class. It will be available a 4 or 6 cylinder engine, with the possibility of a diesel powertrain in the future.

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• BMW 1 Series

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• The L.A. Auto Show will be the official North American debut for the 1 Series. The newly redesigned entry level car will be in showrooms starting 2008.

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• BMW M3

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• After a year hiatus, the M3 is going back into production with a new design and increased performance. BMW has yet again raised the bar in competitive field of sporty luxury cars.

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• Ferrari F430 Scuderia

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• 2 months after a turbulent debut at the Frankfurt Auto Show, the F1 inspired Ferrari F430 Scuderia brings it's 530 horsepower to Los Angeles.

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• Ford Mustang Bullitt

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• In celebration of the Mustang's role in the classic Steve McQueen film, production of the Bullitt Edition will be limited to 7,700 units.

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• Hyundai Genesis Coupe

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• Hyundai looks towards the future while emphasizing performance with the Genesis Concept. The coupe will rear wheel drive and over 300 Horsepower.

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• Jaguar XF

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• The XF will replace the S-Type as Jaguar's mid range luxury sedan.

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• Lamborghini Reventon

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• $1.6 million is the price tag for this fighter jet inspired super car. The Reventon is capable of 0-60 in 3.4 seconds and a top speed of 211 MPH.

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• Lincoln MKS

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• The MKS will hit showrooms in 2009 as a replacement for the Lincoln LS. It will also hit the big screen with a featured part in the upcoming The Dark Knight.

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• Mini Cooper Clubman

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• The Clubman S offers increased performance in the traditional tiny Cooper package. This is the Clubman's first appearance since the Frankfurt Auto Show.

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• Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X

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• A huge hit at the Tokyo Motor Show, this is America's first chance to get a glimpse of the redesigned Lancer Evo

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• Nissan GT-R

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• Americans finally get a chance to see the highly anticipated GT-R in Los Angeles. Available Summer 2008, a retail of $69,850 will grant access to a 3.8L V6, All-wheel drive, 480 horsepower, and 430 ft-lbs of torque.

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• Pontiac Vibe GT

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• Similar to the new Toyota Matrix, the Pontiac Vibe GT will debut in Los Angeles a year before hitting Pontiac dealerships.

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• Porsche 911 GT2

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• Being able to accelerate from 0-60 in 3.7 seconds will earn the GT2 the title of most powerful 911 ever. If that wasn't impressive enough, it averages 22.6 miles per gallon.

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• Subaru Impreza WRX STi

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• Not to be outdone by their rally cross rival, the Lancer Evolution, Subaru will also debut their brand new Impreza WRX STi.

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• Toyota Sequoia

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• The new Sequoia is like an SUV version of the Toyota Tundra. It packs a 5.7L V8 capable of 381 horsepower.

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• Volvo ReCharge

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• This unique hybrid teams Flex-Fuel technology with a rechargeable batteries to power each wheel's individual motor. Based off of the Volvo C30, the ReCharge can be plugged in or charged via the engine.

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• Flickr: Los Angeles Auto Show Photos