Several exciting all-new or redesigned 2009-model vehicles will be showcased at this year’s show including the Acura TL, Ford Flex, Hummer H3T, Infiniti FX, Mazda6, Nissan Maxima, Toyota Venza, Volkswagen Tiguan as well as a collection of hybrids including the Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Malibu, and Toyota Highlander.

The Green Trail will lead attendees to the latest trends in alternative fuel vehicles and new technology to help save money at the fuel pump. Ford, General Motors, Honda, Toyota, and others will feature alternative fuel vehicles including several models not available in dealerships yet. In addition, more than 25 models rated at over 30 mpg highway will be on the auto show floor.

For the children, Barbie will be on hand on Kids Day, Sunday, January 11^th, between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m.

The Northeast International Auto Show will be held January 8-11, 2009, at the Rhode Island Convention Center Providence, 1 Sabin Street, Providence, RI 02903. For more information you can contact Motor Trends Auto Shows, LLC, 6405 Flank Drive, Harrisburg, PA 17112. Telephone: (717) 671-4300. Fax: (717) 671-4303. For information and registration visit the official website at: http://www.motortrendautoshows.com/providence/generalinfo.jsp.

This is the place for all owners, managers, and employees of the racing business including retail stores, warehouse distribution centers, professional race engine builders, and race car production companies. Thousands of professional race teams including NASCAR Cup teams, NHRA Top Fuel, ALMS, and Grand Am send buyers to the PRI Trade Show to make sure they stay current with the best products and technologies.

The hugely popular seminar program offers the most educational and informative opportunities of the year for racing retailers and race engine builders. It is an ideal opportunity to get lots of new profit-making ideas.

At this year’s show you will have the opportunity to win a new race engine. Built by Nick Ramey of Roush-Yates Engines, a new race engine will be given for charity. Organized by Sunnen Products, all proceeds from the Engine Charity Sweepstakes will be donated to the Victory Junction charity.

Performance Racing Industry Show 2008 will be held December 11-13, 2008, at the Orange County Convention Center, 9800 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819. For registration and more information visit their web site at http://www.performanceracing.com/tradeshow.

Most of the vehicles will be unlocked so that attendees can sit in them, push buttons, inspect engines, and make comparisons of hundreds of models. You can learn about the newest fuel-saving technologies. Several exciting, all-new or redesigned 2009 model vehicles will be on display including the Acura TL, Chevrolet Traverse, Infiniti FX, Kia Optima, Mercury Mariner, Nissan Maxima, Pontiac Solstice Coupe, and Subaru WRX. There will also be a collection of hybrids including the Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Silverado, Lexus GS450h, and Toyota Camry.

The Chevrolet Camaro concept, the most popular concepts of all time, is sure to steal the spotlight at this year’s auto show. Concept cars address the transportation challenges of tomorrow and usually incorporate advanced technology, innovative styling cues, and alternative power sources. They are testing beds for new ideas designed to provoke interest, excite audiences, and create dialogue between consumers and manufacturers.

If you are interested in “green” technology, just follow the green directional arrows to find fuel-efficient and alternative fuel models on the show floor. Learn how to save money at the fuel pump and promote a cleaner environment.

The East Side Customs Choppers display will reveal how to take a bike from concept to reality. Along with a display of customized choppers, they will also showcase the Steve McQueen Memorial Bike. East Side Customs Choppers’ bikes have been featured in top motorcycle magazines including Easy Rider, Hot Bike, and American Iron.

There will be fun for all ages with special appearances, giveaways, feature days, and more. Special features at this year’s auto show will include a special meet and greet session at the Hawaiian Tropic Zone restaurant. Several “Girls of the Zone” will be available to sign autographs and pose for photos.

Two retired New York baseball greats will also make appearances. Attendees can meet former New York Mets’ outfielder George Foster, five-time All-Star and two-time World Series Champion. He was the first player since Willie Mays to hit more than 50 homeruns in one season. Retired New York Yankee outfielder Roy White will also be on hand to sign autographs. White was named to two All-Star teams and played on two World Series championship teams.

The Long Island Auto Show 2008 will take place October 16-19, 2008 at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, 1255 Hempstead Turnpike, Uniondale, NY 11553. For more information you can visit their web site at http://www.autoexpo.com/longisland or contact International Automotive Showcase, 329 East Jericho Turnpike, Suite 8, Smithtown, NY 11787. Telephone: (631) 724-4000.