"Draw the Car of the Future" contest
As a special treat for this Innovation - Evolution exhibit, the MIAS asked 6th Graders, from the Greater Montreal's schools to participate in a contest entitled "Draw the Car of the Future", to find out how they imagined the vehicle of the future. From over 350 entries, a special jury narrowed down the field to five (5) special masterpieces which will have the honour of being proudly displayed throughout the exhibit, to the delight of Auto Show visitors. The winners were awarded four admission tickets to the 2009 MIAS as well as a $100 scholarship. Congratulations to all!
Rinspeed vehicles: simply amazing!
Speaking of innovations, one of Switzerland's most ground-breaking companies, Rinspeed, has graciously agreed to export three (3) of its most original and futuristic-looking models for exposition at this year's MIAS. Come admire the eXasis, a vehicle covered in clear plastic from head to toe, allowing visitors to contemplate its beautiful interior design. Also on hand will be the Splash, a car which is as comfortable on the road as it is in the water! Last but not least, we have the Senso, a car with the uncanny ability to "feel" its driver, with the help of a variety of on-board sensors. The car continuously monitors the driver's vital statistics while a special camera actually "evaluates" his or her driving habits.
Some blasts from the past
The Innovation - Evolution exhibit will also stir up some nice fond memories for visitors with the presentation of its second segment: The past. Classic car enthusiasts will have a field day! This portion of the exhibit will feature seven (7) discontinued models:
- - 1953 Studebaker, owned by Yvon Landry;
- - 1971 Citroën DS, owned by Daniel Noiseux;
- - 1973 Gremlin, owned by Mario Charbonneau;
- - 1973 Javelin, owned by Michel Dumont;
- - 1976 Pacer, owned by Bertrand Paiement;
- - 1979 Pinto, owned by Éric Aubé;
- - 1981 Delorean, owned by Danny Fazio.
People interested in obtaining additional information about the 41st Edition of the Auto Show or those who wish to purchase tickets online can do so by visiting our Web site at www.montrealautoshow.com.
The Montréal International Auto Show, organized by the Montréal Automobile Dealers Corporation, is presented by Desjardins General Insurance, in collaboration with The Gazette.
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Source:
Karine Gélinas
Project Manager, Communications
Montréal International Auto Show
514 331-6571, ext. 324
Information:
Renée Cardinal
Communications Manager
Montréal International Auto Show
514 331-6571, ext.234
