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FIRST LOOK FOR CHARITY FUNDRAISER AT THE 2024 CHICAGO AUTO SHOW RAISES $2.8 MILLION FOR LOCAL CHARITIES

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

CHICAGO, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Chicago Auto Show raised more than $2.8 million benefiting 18 local charities at the First Look for Charity gala.

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  • CHICAGO, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Chicago Auto Show raised more than $2.8 million benefiting 18 local charities at the First Look for Charity gala.
  • The Chicago Auto Show raised more than $2.8 million benefiting 18 local charities at the First Look for Charity gala.
  • First Look for Charity provides attendees with an exclusive viewing of the Chicago Auto Show a day before it opens to the public.
  • The 2024 Chicago Auto Show runs from Feb. 10-19, opening daily at 10 a.m. For more information, please visit FirstLookforCharity.org .

CHICAGO AUTO SHOW'S WHAT DRIVES HER AWARD WINNERS ANNOUNCED

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Monday, February 12, 2024

Industry leaders from across the country came together for a discussion & award ceremony at the 2024 Chicago Auto Show.

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  • Industry leaders from across the country came together for a discussion & award ceremony at the 2024 Chicago Auto Show.
  • "It's humbling to see just how What Drives Her has become a cornerstone event of the Chicago Auto Show's Media Preview," said Jennifer Morand, co-founder of the What Drives Her program and general manager of the Chicago Auto Show.
  • Dave Sloan, co-general manager, Chicago Auto Show; president, Chicago Automobile Trade Association, is not just a name associated with the Chicago Auto Show; he is synonymous with dedication, leadership, and innovation.
  • The What Drives Her program and award ceremony was live streamed, on the Chicago Auto Show Facebook page .

CHICAGO AUTO SHOW INTRODUCES NEW AUTOMOTIVE CAREER DAY FOR STUDENTS

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

CHICAGO, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For the first time, the Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), producers of the Chicago Auto Show, will host "Driving Future Leaders: Automotive Career Day" at the 2024 Chicago Auto Show on Tuesday, Feb. 13. This educational event is geared towards students, primarily in secondary education, and aims to highlight the vast career opportunities available across the dynamic auto industry.

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  • Programming, Panelists and Job Fair Set to Take Place on Feb. 13
    CHICAGO, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For the first time, the Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), producers of the Chicago Auto Show, will host "Driving Future Leaders: Automotive Career Day" at the 2024 Chicago Auto Show on Tuesday, Feb. 13.
  • The event is geared towards students & will highlight the vast career opportunities available across the auto industry.
  • "The 'Driving Future Leaders' Automotive Career Day was born out of a need to shine a spotlight on the vast careers that are available within the automotive industry," said Chicago Auto Show Co-General Manager Jennifer Morand.
  • The program will conclude with a panel discussion "Career as an Automotive Technician" with representatives from Apple Chevrolet, BMW and the Chicago Automobile Trade Association, producer of the Chicago Auto Show.

Chicago Auto Show's 2024 First Look for Charity Gala Set to Raise Millions for 18 Chicagoland Organizations

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

CHICAGO , Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Chicago Auto Show's 32nd First Look for Charity gala will take place on Friday, Feb. 9, from 7-11 p.m. at McCormick Place.

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  • CHICAGO , Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Chicago Auto Show's 32nd First Look for Charity gala will take place on Friday, Feb. 9, from 7-11 p.m. at McCormick Place.
  • The gala is produced by the Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), the organization that represents local new-car dealers, and raises at least $2 million annually for 18 Chicago area charities.
  • The black-tie affair offers an exclusive, first chance to experience the Chicago Auto Show with gourmet food & drink.
  • "There is no other night quite like First Look for Charity," said JC Phelan, Chicago Auto Show chairman.

Americaneagle.com Drives into its 20th Year of Partnership with the Chicago Auto Show

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Tuesday, January 2, 2024

The Chicago Auto Show, annually presented by the Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), is taking place February 10-19, 2024, at McCormick Place (2301 S. King Drive, Chicago, IL 60616).

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  • The Chicago Auto Show, annually presented by the Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), is taking place February 10-19, 2024, at McCormick Place (2301 S. King Drive, Chicago, IL 60616).
  • "Americaneagle.com is immensely proud to celebrate two decades of partnership with the Chicago Auto Show," Michael Svanascini, President of Americaneagle.com, said.
  • "Our ongoing commitment to delivering innovative digital solutions aligns perfectly with the Chicago Auto Show's dedication to offering a world-class experience to its attendees.
  • Over the past two decades, Americaneagle.com has played an integral role in enhancing the digital presence of the Chicago Auto Show through its dedicated website, www.chicagoautoshow.com .

Chicago Auto Show Announces 2024 Dates and Plans

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

CHICAGO, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), producer of the Chicago Auto Show, announced the dates and plans for the 2024 public show, Feb. 10-19. Showgoers can once again expect an experiential show with both indoor and outdoor ride-and-drives and the return of Chicago Drives Electric, a one-stop-shop for electric vehicle test drives and education.

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  • CHICAGO, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), producer of the Chicago Auto Show, announced the dates and plans for the 2024 public show, Feb. 10-19.
  • "The Chicago Auto Show is a cornerstone event for the city, and we are excited to open our doors again this winter welcoming attendees to experience the latest vehicles, technology and activations," said Chicago Auto Show Chairman JC Phelan.
  • "The momentum is strong for the 2024 show," said Chicago Auto Show Co-General Manager Jennifer Morand.
  • Tickets to the 2024 Chicago Auto Show are currently on sale at ChicagoAutoShow.com .

LATEST "CHICAGO DRIVES ELECTRIC" EV TEST DRIVE AND EDUCATIONAL EVENT SUCCESSFULLY CONCLUDES

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Monday, October 9, 2023

OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill., Oct. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), the area's new-car dealer association and producer of the Chicago Auto Show, successfully concluded its second annual fall Chicago Drives Electric experiential test drive and educational event last week. Organizers plan to, once again, bring Chicago Drives Electric indoors to the 2024 Chicago Auto Show this February 10-19, at McCormick Place.

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  • Organizers plan to, once again, bring Chicago Drives Electric indoors to the 2024 Chicago Auto Show this February 10-19, at McCormick Place.
  • There's no other event quite like Chicago Drives Electric where people are able to test drive an array EVs back-to-back.
  • Featured brands available for test drives included: Audi, Cadillac, Chrysler, Ford, Hyundai, Jeep, Kia, Nissan, Toyota, Volkswagen and Volvo.
  • In fact, nearly 50 percent of Chicago Drives Electric attendees indicated that they are likely to consider purchasing an EV."

CHICAGO AUTOMOBILE TRADE ASSOCIATION NAMES POWERING CHICAGO AS A PREMIER SPONSOR OF ITS "CHICAGO DRIVES ELECTRIC" EV TEST DRIVE AND EDUCATIONAL EVENT

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

In alignment with National Drive Electric week, Chicago Drives Electric is aimed at educating media, new-car dealers, and consumers on the electric vehicle (EV) revolution.

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  • In alignment with National Drive Electric week, Chicago Drives Electric is aimed at educating media, new-car dealers, and consumers on the electric vehicle (EV) revolution.
  • We eagerly anticipate the opportunity to contribute our expertise as a leading sponsor of the Chicago Drives Electric event.
  • During the Inaugural Chicago Drives Electric event, Powering Chicago showcased an interactive display of installed charging stations aboard it's Mobile Field Trip Truck.
  • Chicago Drives Electric test drives are reserved exclusively for the public who pre-registered for the event.

NATIONAL ROAD SAFETY FOUNDATION AND CHICAGO AUTO SHOW INVITE AREA TEENS TO ENCOURAGE PASSENGERS TO SPEAK UP WHEN IN VEHICLE BEING DRIVEN UNSAFELY

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

CHICAGO, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --  Teens from Chicagoland and throughout Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin and Iowa are invited to spread the word about passengers speaking up when in a vehicle being driven dangerously.   

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  • The National Road Safety Foundation (NRSF) and the Chicago Auto Show are hosting the 10th annual Drive Safe Chicago PSA Contest.
  • Teens can enter by sending a script or written description of a 30-second television public service announcement that encourages passengers to speak up for safety.
  • The National Road Safety Foundation has been leading an ongoing nationwide campaign to encourage passengers to speak up when in a vehicle being driven recklessly, whether the driver is impaired, drowsy, distracted or driving aggressively.
  • "We look forward to seeing some creative messages from young people who participate in the Drive Safe Chicago PSA Contest."

CHICAGO AUTOMOBILE TRADE ASSOCIATION HOSTS SECOND ANNUAL "CHICAGO DRIVES ELECTRIC" EV TEST DRIVE AND EDUCATIONAL EVENT: SEPT. 29 - OCT. 1

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. , Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), the area's new-car dealer association and producer of the Chicago Auto Show, announced the return of Chicago Drives Electric, to be held Sept. 29-Oct. 1.

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  • OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. , Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), the area's new-car dealer association and producer of the Chicago Auto Show, announced the return of Chicago Drives Electric, to be held Sept. 29-Oct. 1.
  • Event organizers are also bringing in a variety of experts to help break down the various aspects of EV ownership.
  • On-hand experts will include representatives from Cars.com, CHARGE Enterprises, ComEd, Drive Chicago and Powering Chicago.
  • "This is a testament to the continued momentum behind Chicago Drives Electric as auto manufacturers debut the latest models and new technology."