Craig Bickmore, from the Utah International Auto Expo highlights some of the things to watch for.
The Utah International Auto Expo is an indoor exhibition of new 2011-model vehicles. The expo is owned and presented by the New Car Dealers of Utah, sponsored by the Salt Lake Tribune and the Deseret Morning News and produced by Motor Trend Auto Shows, LLC.
LOCATION
South Towne Exposition Center
9575 South State Street
Sandy, Utah 84070
AUTO EXPO INFORMATION
Official Web Site: www.AutoExpoUtah.com
Phone: 801-565-4400 (info. hotline)
HOURS:
Friday, January 14 11 am – 10 pm
Saturday, January 15 10 am – 10 pm
Sunday, January 16 10 am – 8 pm
Monday, January 17 10 am – 8 pm (Martin Luther King Jr. Day)
GATE ADMISSION (Cash Only)
Adults (13 & Older)
$7.00
Senior Citizens (62 & Older)
$5.00
Students & Military w I/D
$5.00
Children (7 – 12)
$4.00
Children (6 & Younger)
FREE
Kids Day, Sun., Jan. 16 (12 & Under)
FREE
Family Day, Mon., Jan 17(12 & Under)
FREE
DIRECTIONS & PARKING
When traveling to the South Towne Exposition Center from the north take I-15 south to 90th South (exit #298) and proceed east to State Street. Go south on State Street through a light on 9400 South and the facility will be on the left.
From the south take I-15 North to 106 South (exit #298). Go east and turn left onto State Street at second light. Proceed north to 9400 South and the Expo Center is located on the right.
Free parking is available at the South Towne Exposition Center.
FEATURES & DISPLAYS
Kids Day – Sunday, January 16, 2011 – All children 12 and under are admitted FREE when accompanied by a paying adult.
Family Day – Monday, January 17, 2011 – The auto expo is open Monday, January 17 to give families an extra day of fun. All children 12 and under are admitted FREE when accompanied by a paying adult.
The Ford “Drive One” Experience – Get behind the wheel and take a spin in several new vehicles from Ford, brought to you by your local Ford stores.
Ride & Drive Vehicles:
Super Duty, Edge, Fiesta, F-150, Expedition, Escape Hybrid, Fusion Hybrid, Flex, Focus, and Taurus
Hours of Operation:
Friday, January 14 11 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Saturday, January 15 10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Sunday, January 16 10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Monday, January 17 10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Chevrolet, Buick, GMC – Experience the Drive – Attendees can test drive Chevrolet, Buick and GMC vehicles.
Drivers must be at least 21 and show a valid driver’s license
Ride & Drive Vehicles:
Chevrolet: Cruze, Camaro, Malibu, Equinox, Traverse, Silverado 1500 All Star
Buick: Regal, LaCrosse, Enclave
GMC: Terrain, Acadia, Sierra, Yukon Denali Hybrid
Hours of Operation:
Friday, January 14 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday, January 15 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sunday, January 16 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Chrysler-Jeep-Dodge-Ram Test Drive – Take a spin and get a feel for several new models.
Ride & Drive Vehicles:
Dodge Durango, Ram 1500 Crew Cab Laramie, Dodge Avenger, Chrysler Town & County, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
Million Dollar Exotic Vehicle Displays – Always a crowd favorite, Steve Harris Imports will showcase a selection of some of the world’s most exotic vehicles from Ferrari and Maserati.
Bentley Display – Attendees will have a chance to check out a diverse collection of Bentley’s high-end vehicles. These gorgeous cars are exquisitely handcrafted, beautifully engineered and represent the exquisite beauty of automobiles at their finest, courtesy of Hadley Auto Company.
Alternative Fuel Vehicles -The Chevrolet Volt will be on display, as will alternative fuel models from a variety of manufacturers this year. Come learn about how to save money at the pump while promoting a cleaner environment.
Mustang Dream Giveaway – A Dream Giveaway Sweepstakes – Not only will the show feature an extensive and diverse collection of vehicles for everyone’s viewing pleasure, but each attendee will receive one FREE entry for the chance to win a 1969 Calypso Coral High Performance Boss 302 (only 46 were produced) and a matching special edition 2012 Boss 302 with each online or box office ticket purchase. By completing the registration card online or at the auto expo, attendees 18 years of age and older will be automatically entered in the sweepstakes at no charge. Additional entries may be purchased for $3 each online at www.winthemustangs.com. All proceeds benefit the Healing Heroes Network.
DISCOUNTS COUPONS/PROMOTIONS
Web Site – Discount coupons worth $2 off one weekday adult admission valid Friday and Monday only, may be downloaded from the official auto show web site: www.AutoExpoUtah.com.
Participating New Car Dealerships – $2 off one weekday adult admission coupons valid Friday and Monday only. While supplies last.
McDonald’s – Visit area McDonald’s for a $2 off one adult admission coupon, good all show days. $1 will be donated to the Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Intermountain Area for every coupon redeemed.
E-tickets – Discounted E-tickets may be purchased and downloaded from the official auto expo Web Site: www.AutoExpoUtah.com. E-ticket holders can avoid waiting in box office ticket lines by using the E-ticket entrance at the show. Adult E-tickets are discounted $1 each, for a price of $6.
Free Motor Trend Subscription – Receive a FREE one-year subscription to Motor Trend magazine with each online ticket order or box office purchase, courtesy of the New Car Dealers of Utah.
For more information, visit www.autoexpoutah.com
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