The Auto Writer

For L.A. residents and visitors, the 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show is your opportunity to enjoy a truly world class event. Founded in 1907, the L.A. show continues to be one of the most important shows of its kind in North America, an important event where automakers from around the globe choose to make their World and/or North American debuts.

The backdrop of this year’s show is the economy, one of the toughest downturns we’ve seen in decades. Inasmuch as the current outlook is bleak, the auto show will give you a good glimpse into the future of the business. Moreover, if you are thinking about purchasing a car, you can compare models and learn how you can get behind the wheel of a new ride through various financing means.

The show is open to the public from now through the end of the month including on Thanksgiving Day. The following are the show hours for the duration of the event:

Friday, Nov. 21: 11am – 10pm
Saturday, Nov. 22: 9am – 10pm
Sunday, Nov. 23: 9am – 8pm
Monday, Nov. 24: 11am – 10pm
Tuesday, Nov. 25: 11am – 10pm
Wednesday, Nov. 26: 11am – 10pm
Thanksgiving Day: 9am – 8pm
Friday, Nov. 28: 9am – 10pm
Saturday, Nov. 29: 9am – 10pm
Sunday, Nov. 30: 9am – 8pm

Tickets are $10 for adults and free to children under the age of 12 when accompanied by a paying adult. Seniors (65+) can get in for just $7 from November 21-27 only. Discount ticket coupons are available at local car dealerships as well as at select local 7-Eleven Stores. Group ticket rates apply to scheduled groups with 50 or more visitors.

So put down that drumstick and avoid that second piece of pumpkin pie and head over to the Los Angeles Convention Center to take in one the top seasonal events in Southern California. Your waistline will be glad that you did and you’ll find the auto show to be both informative and entertaining.