Smaller, lighter and more fuel-efficient cars are grabbing the spotlight this year at the 90th Vancouver International Auto Show but there are plenty of other new cars to be seen with their own brand of sizzle.
“The focus continues to grow on green technologies,” says president and CEO, Blair Qualey of the New Car Dealers Association of B.C., the sponsoring body for the show. This year’s show, which runs from March 30 through April 4 at BC Place Stadium, is expected to offer an Electric Ave., where those attending can see the latest in electric or hybrid vehicles. “We are working with BC Hydro which is also exhibiting there,” he says, adding that the interest in electric vehicles is steadily expanding and is reflected in the show each year.
The 2010 show will also feature a charity benefit evening with proceeds going to Special Olympics BC. The 2010 Vancouver International Auto Show will also be the first Canadian consumer show to run a large-scale lottery with the unveiling of its Dream Car Lottery, where a lucky ticket buyer can win a 2010 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet. The Special Olympics BC, which has been supported by the New Car Dealers Association of BC for more than 26 years, will receive (from a portion of the lottery ticket sales) a specially equipped vehicle to assist with ongoing work to meet the needs and interests of individuals with intellectual disabilities.
In total there will be a contingency of 450 new models on display as well as new motorcycles. “We will have the best of the world manufacturers at this years show,” Qualey says.
Here’s a rundown of the top 10 models on exhibit:
1. The 2011 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid (Prius PHV): A green car styled for the city with the ability to reach highway speeds on battery power alone, the Toyota Prius takes zero-emissions driving to the next level. Its hybrid gasoline electric power-train transmission allows the PHV to travel where purely electric vehicles cannot.
2. The 2011 Porsche Panamera: The Panamera is the first entry for Porsche in the premium sedan class. This sleek and sporty icon is packed with numerous technical innovations such as a PDK dual clutch gearbox and active aerodynamics.
3. The 2011 Mazda2: The new Mazda2 has a refined exterior that gives a distinctly sporty feel while still providing an overall level of refinement to the subcompact segment.
4. The 2011 Ford Shelby GT5000: The Shelby has undergone a series of refinements to enhance performance, including a new 5.4-litre aluminum engine, replacing the previous cast- iron version and providing more power and improved fuel efficiency.
5. The Volkswagon GTi: The Canadian Car of the Year, the 2010 VW GTi comes with more features and greater performance from its 2.0-litre 4-cylinder, turbo-charged engine with inter-cooler and direct injection.
6. The 2011 Ford Fiesta: The 2011 Ford Fiesta for North America features a combination of technology, fuel efficiency and handling rarely seen in the compact segment. There are 15 segment-exclusive premium technologies included in the 2011 version.
7. The 2011 Volvo C70: The second-generation C70 features an optional technology package that includes a host of world-class safety features like Collision Warning with Auto Brake, Driver Alert Control, and Lane Departure Warning.
8. The 2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet: The latest addition to the successful Mercedes-Benz E-Class line-up features a world first: the AIRCAP automatic draft stop, which greatly reduces wind turbulence at the push of a button, making for a quieter more comfortable ride.
9. The 2011 Buick Regal: German-engineered, with turbo-charged power, this vehicle is built with the driver in mind with features such as a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a driver-focused cockpit, and leather seats.
10. The 2011 BMW 5 Series: The all-new, sixth-generation 5 Series Sedan makes its Canadian debut at the Show, bringing a new level of dynamic design, luxury and performance to the 5 Series family. Brake energy regeneration and electric power steering are introduced for the first time on the new 5 Series.
For more information or tickets for the Dream Car Lottery now on sale at $15 each, or four for $45 visit www.vancouverinternationalautoshow.com until March 29. After that, tickets are available only on-site.
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