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The '''Washington Auto Show''' (WAS) is an annual local [[auto show]] held in [[Washington, D.C.]] at the [[Walter E. Washington Convention Center]] usually in late January. It is among the largest auto shows in North America, trailing only the [[North American International Auto Show|North American International Auto Show in Detroit]] (NAIAS), the [[LA Auto Show]], the [[New York International Auto Show]] (NYIAS) and the [[Chicago Auto Show]] in size. It is sometimes also referred to as the D.C. Auto Show. The event has evolved to emphasize and showcase the latest innovations in [[green vehicle|sustainable automotive technologies]]. Since 2008 the winners of the [[Green Car Vision Award]] are announced during the show.<ref name="TAC08">{{cite web|url=http://www.theautochannel.com/news/2008/01/23/075715.html|title=Chevrolet Equinox Fuel Cell Wins Green Car Vision Award|publisher=The Auto Channel|date=2008-01-23|accessdate=2010-06-12}}</ref>
[[File:Washington Auto Show logo.png|thumb|Washington Auto Show Logo Mark]]
The '''Washington, D.C. Auto Show''' (WAS) is an annual local [[auto show]] held in [[Washington, D.C.]], at the [[Walter E. Washington Convention Center]] usually in late January. It is among the largest auto shows in the United States, trailing only the [[North American International Auto Show|North American International Auto Show in Detroit]] (NAIAS), the [[LA Auto Show]], the [[New York International Auto Show]] (NYIAS), and the [[Chicago Auto Show]] in size. It is sometimes also referred to as the D.C. Auto Show. The event has evolved to emphasize and showcase the latest innovations in [[green vehicle|sustainable automotive technologies]]. Since 2008 the winners of the [[Green Car Vision Award]] are announced during the show.<ref name="TAC08">{{cite web|url=http://www.theautochannel.com/news/2008/01/23/075715.html|title=Chevrolet Equinox Fuel Cell Wins Green Car Vision Award|publisher=The Auto Channel|date=2008-01-23|accessdate=2010-06-12}}</ref>


== Overview ==
== Overview ==
Designated one of the nation’s top five auto shows by the [[International Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers]], The Washington Auto Show includes cutting-edge exhibits, latest model cars and displays of historic vehicles. Often referred to as the “Public Policy Show” on the auto show circuit, the 10-day public show is preceded by two Public Policy Preview Days of special events and announcements for officials in government, industry and the media.
Designated one of the nation's top five auto shows by the [[International Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers]], the Washington Auto Show includes the latest model cars and displays of historic vehicles. Often referred to as the "Public Policy Show" on the auto show circuit, the 10-day public show is preceded by two Public Policy Preview Days of special events and announcements for officials in government, industry and the media.

The Washington Auto Show is also the largest public show in Washington, D.C. On display are more than 700 new models from over 42 manufacturers. [[File:2010 WAS exhibition floor 8887.JPG|thumb|Advanced Technology Super Highway exhibition floor at the 2010 show]]


The Washington Auto Show is also the largest public show in Washington, D.C. Over the course of its many years this beloved and historic D.C. tradition has attracted Washingtonians of all stripes – and political affiliations. On display are more than 700 new models from over 42 manufacturers. The 2016 show will feature VIP tours led by award-winning automotive writers and a special exhibit area for live painting of “art” cars. There will be onsite visits from sports personalities and mascots, a Family Fun Zone and a beer garden, presented by [[Samuel Adams (Boston Beer Company)|Samuel Adams]]. [[File:2010 WAS exhibition floor 8887.JPG|thumb|Advanced Technology Super Highway exhibition floor at the 2010 show]]
==History==
==History==
[[File:Toyota NS4 concept WAS 2012 0636.JPG|thumb|[[Toyota NS4]] [[plug-in hybrid]] [[concept car|concept]] at the 2012 show.]]In 1921, a group of 20 Washington-area car dealers and distributors planned the first show to sell the public on the virtue of the horseless carriage. From that humble beginning, The Washington Auto Show has been on the fast track for growth and popularity. Housed in a variety of area venues, the show was staged for 18 years in the National Guard D.C. Armory. The show has gone on hiatus twice – once for war and once due to poor economic conditions.
[[File:Toyota NS4 concept WAS 2012 0636.JPG|thumb|[[Toyota NS4]] [[plug-in hybrid]] [[concept car|concept]] at the 2012 show.]]In 1921, a group of 20 Washington-area car dealers and distributors planned the first show to sell the public on the advantages of the horseless carriage. Housed in a variety of area venues, the show was staged for 18 years in the National Guard D.C. Armory. The show has gone on hiatus twice – once for war and once due to poor economic conditions.


After a break in the 1970s, the Washington Convention Center and The Washington Auto Show opened together in early 1983. By this date, the auto show had grown to require every available foot of display space, covering nearly eight acres – almost four times the physical size of the Armory shows, with three times as many models.
After a break in the 1970s, the Washington Convention Center and The Washington Auto Show opened together in early 1983. By this date, the auto show had grown to require every available foot of display space, covering nearly eight acres – almost four times the physical size of the Armory shows, with three times as many models.


In 1988, The Washington Auto Show began using the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day as its annual time frame, garnering a tremendous base of loyal fans and establishing its reputation as a family destination. The event was later moved to late January to coincide with Congress’ return from recess, enabling the show to capitalize on the business of Washington.
In 1988, The Washington Auto Show began using the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day as its annual time frame, establishing its reputation as a family destination. The event was later moved to late January to coincide with Congress’ return from recess, enabling the show to capitalize on the business of Washington.
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The show’s early planners, who sought every imaginative twist to draw attention to that newfangled mode of transportation, would be amazed to witness today’s incarnation.
!Year
!Started
The show features a full slate of entertainment, contests, interactive displays, exhibits on futuristic technology and family activities that can actually offer visitors a break from all those cars! And at the same time, The Washington Auto Show has firmly earned its title as one of the industry’s most prominent and pivotal events.
!Finished

!Notes
==2015==
! Ref
The 2015 show ran from January 23 through February 1, 2015. It attracted over 400,000 visitors over several days.
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|2008
==2014==
|Jan. 23
The 2014 show ran from January 23 through February 2, 2014.
|Jan. 27

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==2013==
|<ref>{{cite news |title=Washington Auto Show 2008 |url=https://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/cars/features/2008/auto-show/ |accessdate=2010-09-26 |newspaper=[[The Washington Post]]}}</ref>
The 2013 show ran from February 1 through February 10, 2013.
|-

|2009
==2012==
|Feb. 4
The 2012 show ran from January 27 through February 5, 2012.
|Feb. 8

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==2011==
|<ref>{{cite news |title=Washington Auto Show 2009 |url=https://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/cars/features/2009/auto-show/ |accessdate=2010-09-25 |newspaper=[[The Washington Post]]}}</ref>
The 2011 show was doubled in length, from five days to ten. The 2011 show ran from January 28 through February 6, 2011.
|-

==2010==
|2010
|Jan. 25
The 2010 show ran from January 25 through January 31, 2010. Public Policy Days from January 25 to 26, and Public/Consumer Days from January 27 through 31.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.theautochannel.com/news/2010/01/22/462809.html|title=The 2010 Washington Auto Show Press Timeline|publisher=The Auto Channel|accessdate=2010-09-25}}</ref>
|Jan. 31

|Public Policy Days from January 25 to 26, and Public/Consumer Days from January 27 through 31.
==2009==
The 2009 show ran from February 4 through February 8, 2009.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/cars/features/2009/auto-show/|title=Washington Auto Show 2009|publisher=[[The Washington Post]]|accessdate=2010-09-25}}</ref>
|<ref>{{cite web |title=The 2010 Washington Auto Show Press Timeline |url=http://www.theautochannel.com/news/2010/01/22/462809.html |accessdate=2010-09-25 |publisher=The Auto Channel}}</ref>
|-

|2011
==2008==
|Jan. 28
The 2008 show ran from January 23 through January 27, 2008.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/cars/features/2008/auto-show/|title=Washington Auto Show 2008|publisher=[[The Washington Post]]|accessdate=2010-09-26}}</ref>
|Feb. 6
|The 2011 show was doubled in length, from five days to ten.
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|2012
|Jan. 27
|Feb. 5
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|2013
|Feb. 1
|Feb. 10
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|2014
|Jan. 23
|Feb. 2
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|2015
|Jan. 23
|Feb. 1
|It attracted over 400,000 visitors over several days. The 2015 Keynote Speaker was [[Cadillac]] President Johan de Nysschen.
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|2016
|Jan. 22
|Jan. 30
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==References==
==References==
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==External links==
{{commons category|Washington Auto Show}}
*[http://www.washingtonautoshow.com/ Official Web Site]
*[http://www.washingtonautoshow.com/public/multimedia/auto-show-mobile-app Official Mobile App]
*[http://www.facebook.com/WashAutoShow Official Facebook Page]
*[http://www.twitter.com/WashAutoShow Official Twitter]
*[http://www.youtube.com/WashAutoShow Official YouTube]
*[http://www.washingtonautoshow.com/public/schedule-events/news/feed Official RSS Feed]


[[Category:Auto shows in the United States]]
[[Category:Auto shows in the United States]]
[[Category:Economy of Washington, D.C.]]
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[[Category:Festivals in Washington, D.C.]]
[[Category:Events in Washington, D.C.]]
[[Category:Culture of Washington, D.C.]]
[[Category:Annual events in Washington, D.C.]]

Latest revision as of 14:37, 4 November 2024

Washington Auto Show Logo Mark

The Washington, D.C. Auto Show (WAS) is an annual local auto show held in Washington, D.C., at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center usually in late January. It is among the largest auto shows in the United States, trailing only the North American International Auto Show in Detroit (NAIAS), the LA Auto Show, the New York International Auto Show (NYIAS), and the Chicago Auto Show in size. It is sometimes also referred to as the D.C. Auto Show. The event has evolved to emphasize and showcase the latest innovations in sustainable automotive technologies. Since 2008 the winners of the Green Car Vision Award are announced during the show.[1]

Overview

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Designated one of the nation's top five auto shows by the International Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers, the Washington Auto Show includes the latest model cars and displays of historic vehicles. Often referred to as the "Public Policy Show" on the auto show circuit, the 10-day public show is preceded by two Public Policy Preview Days of special events and announcements for officials in government, industry and the media.

The Washington Auto Show is also the largest public show in Washington, D.C. On display are more than 700 new models from over 42 manufacturers.

Advanced Technology Super Highway exhibition floor at the 2010 show

History

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Toyota NS4 plug-in hybrid concept at the 2012 show.

In 1921, a group of 20 Washington-area car dealers and distributors planned the first show to sell the public on the advantages of the horseless carriage. Housed in a variety of area venues, the show was staged for 18 years in the National Guard D.C. Armory. The show has gone on hiatus twice – once for war and once due to poor economic conditions.

After a break in the 1970s, the Washington Convention Center and The Washington Auto Show opened together in early 1983. By this date, the auto show had grown to require every available foot of display space, covering nearly eight acres – almost four times the physical size of the Armory shows, with three times as many models.

In 1988, The Washington Auto Show began using the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day as its annual time frame, establishing its reputation as a family destination. The event was later moved to late January to coincide with Congress’ return from recess, enabling the show to capitalize on the business of Washington.

Year Started Finished Notes Ref
2008 Jan. 23 Jan. 27 [2]
2009 Feb. 4 Feb. 8 [3]
2010 Jan. 25 Jan. 31 Public Policy Days from January 25 to 26, and Public/Consumer Days from January 27 through 31. [4]
2011 Jan. 28 Feb. 6 The 2011 show was doubled in length, from five days to ten.
2012 Jan. 27 Feb. 5
2013 Feb. 1 Feb. 10
2014 Jan. 23 Feb. 2
2015 Jan. 23 Feb. 1 It attracted over 400,000 visitors over several days. The 2015 Keynote Speaker was Cadillac President Johan de Nysschen.
2016 Jan. 22 Jan. 30

References

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  1. ^ "Chevrolet Equinox Fuel Cell Wins Green Car Vision Award". The Auto Channel. 2008-01-23. Retrieved 2010-06-12.
  2. ^ "Washington Auto Show 2008". The Washington Post. Retrieved 2010-09-26.
  3. ^ "Washington Auto Show 2009". The Washington Post. Retrieved 2010-09-25.
  4. ^ "The 2010 Washington Auto Show Press Timeline". The Auto Channel. Retrieved 2010-09-25.
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