Some pictures from the Auto Show
GMADA DONATES $100,000 TO VETERAN ORGANIZATIONS AT TWIN CITIES AUTO SHOW
Saint Paul, Minn. (May 19, 2022) --- On May 17, the Greater Metropolitan Automobile Dealers Association of Minnesota, Inc. (GMADA) hosted the 8th annual Military Appreciation Night at the Twin Cities Auto Show. Free admission, compliments of Toyota, was given to those currently serving in the military and veterans with discounts for their families.
The festivities included a parade featuring classic military vehicles driven by Veterans and Parade Grand Marshal Reg Chapman, a Gulf War Veteran and reporter at WCCO TV. Afterwards, a ceremony was held to salute those who served complete with a color guard and the singing of “The National Anthem.” Command Sergeant Major Brian Soper, the highest-ranking officer in the Minnesota National Guard, addressed the crowd. Then, $100,000 in donations were presented to the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) of Minnesota, Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans (MACV), three American Legion Posts and a VFW Post.
Representatives from American Legion Posts 45 (New Prague), 129 (South Minneapolis) and 452 (Keewatin) as well as VFW Post 9625 (Coon Rapids) were presented with a $1,000 check each to recognize their outstanding work in the community.
The Twin Cities Auto Show also presented two “giant check” donations on behalf of the member dealerships of the GMADA for $48,000 each to the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) of Minnesota and Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans (MACV).
“It was our true honor to present $100,000 to these worthy Veteran organizations to help them continue their great work assisting those who have bravely served our country,” says Scott Lambert, president of the GMADA. “This year’s donation by our member dealerships is a record, more than double in years past.”
The DAV of Minnesota is a 19,000-member Veteran Service Organization committed to ensuring that the promises made of our Veterans, families, caregivers, and survivors are kept. The DAV provides free transportation to Veterans who require assistance getting to their VA medical appointments. www.davmn.org .
Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans (MACV) is a Veteran-focused nonprofit organization providing services and support to end Veteran homelessness in Minnesota. We envision a future where every Veteran and their family has access to sustainable housing. www.mac-v.org
The Twin Cities Auto Show runs through Sunday, May 22 at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds.
The Twin Cities Auto Show, the largest consumer show in the Upper Midwest, is produced by the Greater Metropolitan Automobile Dealers Association of Minnesota, Inc. (GMADA). The GMADA is a trade association of new car and truck franchised dealers in the Greater Minneapolis and Saint Paul area. GMADA President is Scott Lambert. The Auto Show Director is Mary Velline. www.TwinCitiesAutoShow.com .
This is the last weekend for the 49th annual Twin Cities Auto Show at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. The most experiential event in Show history is adding more experiences this weekend - all free with admission.
The ATV Big Air Tour will host three shows filled with incredible stunts, gravity-defying jumps, music, choreography, and some of the BEST ATV and Off-Road riders in the USA. Eight riders – including 8-time X-Games medalist Brett Turcotte - will take to the sky on motorcycles, BMX bikes, ATVs, and electric motorbikes. They’ll even launch over EV cars.
Show Schedule: Friday May 20 at 7 p.m., and Saturday, May 21 at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Video: youtu.be/qUEqUi7nhlQ
Daily Parades with Celebrity Grand Marshals – parades will begin at 2 p.m. and wind through the Fairgrounds. The route starts near Randall and Underwood, then rolls down Underwood to Dan Patch to Carnes to Liggett and back around.
Friday, May 20 2022 Saint Paul Winter Carnival Klondike Kate Tina Hacker and some of her fellow Klondike Kates
Saturday, May 21 Chris Hawkey of the KFAN Power Trip Morning Show
Sunday, May 22 Twins Legend Joe Mauer courtesy of Mauer Chevrolet
Check out TwinCitiesAutoShow.com for even more fun things to do including the Truck Track, Camp Jeep, rides and car crushing with the RAMINATOR, lots of test drives, classic car displays, Subaru Loves Pets dog adoption program with MARS, bouncy houses and swing sets, fair food, and so much more!
THE TWIN CITIES AUTO SHOW TO HOST MILITARY APPRECIATION NIGHT
Free Admission for Vets and Active Military, Parade, Ceremony, DAV & MACV Donation
Tuesday, May 17
WHAT: The 8th annual Military Appreciation Night at the Twin Cities Auto Show.
On Military Appreciation Night, May 17, all active military and veterans will receive FREE entrance to the Twin Cities Auto Show courtesy of Toyota. Guests and family members accompanying military professionals will receive half off gate admission.
There will be military-themed exhibits, classic military vehicles, a parade at 6 p.m. and a ceremony at 7 p.m. with donations given to the DAV, MACV, three American Legion Posts and a VFW Post.
Representatives from American Legion Posts 45 (New Prague), 129 (South Minneapolis) and 452 (Keewatin) as well as VFW Post 9625 (Coon Rapids) will be presented with a $1,000 check each to recognize their outstanding work in the community.
The Twin Cities Auto Show will also present a donation on behalf of the Greater Metropolitan Automobile Dealers Association to the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) of Minnesota and Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans (MACV).
The DAV of Minnesota is a 19,000-member Veteran Service Organization committed to ensuring that the promises made of our Veterans, families, caregivers, and survivors are kept. The DAV provides free transportation to Veterans who require assistance getting to their VA medical appointments. davmn.org.
Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans (MACV) is a Veteran-focused nonprofit organization providing services and support to end Veteran homelessness in Minnesota. We envision a future where every Veteran and their family has access to sustainable housing. https://www.mac-v.org/
WHEN: Tuesday, May 17, 2022
Show Hours: 4 – 9 p.m.
Military Appreciation Parade: 6 p.m.
Military Appreciation Ceremony: 7 p.m.
WHERE: Twin Cities Auto Show – Toyota Display near Carnes & Liggett
Minnesota State Fairgrounds
WEBSITE: TwinCitiesAutoShow.com
PRODUCER: The Twin Cities Auto Show, the largest consumer show in the Upper Midwest, is produced by the Greater Metropolitan Automobile Dealers Association of Minnesota,
Inc. (GMADA). The GMADA is a trade association of 122 franchised new car dealers operating in the seven county Twin Cities Area. In addition to putting on the Upper Midwest’s largest consumer show the association assists its members with relations
with the two trade unions working within dealers’ service facilities. GMADA President is Scott Lambert and the Auto Show Director is Mary Velline.
Pictures from the 2022 Twin Cities Auto Show
May 14-22, 2022
Our BIGGEST Addition This Year!
3 FREE 1-Hour Shows
Friday May 20th (7:00 - 8:00 PM)
Saturday May 21st (3-4:00 & 7- 8:00)
Scott Lambert Joined The Let's Roll Podcast
Powered by www.carshownationals.com Scott Lambert is president of the Greater Metropolitan Automobile Dealers Association and is the producer of the Twin Cities Auto Show. Make sure you check out our great interview where Jeff Thisted, Scott Lambert and I talk about the Twin Cities Auto Show and Electric Vehicles.
Another great reason to go to the Twin Cities Auto Show – a career fair for those interested in CAREERS IN CARS.
The event will be held on Friday, May 20 from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. in the Education Building.
Guests are requested to pre-register to receive free admission to the Auto Show and the career fair.
Go to twincitiesautoshow.com/show-features/career-in-cars for more information.
Minnesota Auto Dealers Association to Host ‘Careers in Cars Day’ during the Twin Cities Auto Show Today, the Minnesota Auto Dealers Association (MADA) announced today that they will be hosting a day dedicated to showcasing the careers available in the retail auto industry to young adults and job seekers. Careers in Cars Day will be held Friday, May 20 in the Education Building at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. during the Twin Cities Auto Show. Anyone interested in attending can sign up through the Auto Show website 49th Annual Twin Cities Auto Show :: careerincars People who register in advance will receive a special credential at the front gate, free admission to the Twin Cities Auto Show and a complimentary Auto Show t-shirt (while supplies last). “We plan to highlight and showcase the many great jobs and careers available in dealerships,” stated MADA President Scott Lambert. “And representatives from different dealerships and dealership groups will be on hand to discuss the many positive aspects of the industry and even take job applications right on the spot.” Lambert pointed out that Minnesota’s retail new car and truck industry employed over 20,000 people with an average annual wage of over $58,000. Once inside the Education Building Auto Show Attendees will have the opportunity to network with representatives from the state’s leading dealerships, view cutting edge technology and gather information about the latest sales and service trends in the industry. “Anyone attending the Twin Cities Auto Show on Friday, May 20th is encouraged to step inside the State Fair Education Building and see what careers this industry has to offer,” concluded Lambert. The Twin Cities Auto Show will be held May 14 – 22 at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. For tickets and information, please visit TwinCitiesAutoShow.com. The Minnesota Auto Dealers Association (MADA) is a statewide trade association composed of 365 franchised new car and truck dealers. MADA provides advocacy for its members as well as training, interpreting relevant industry information and legal analyses. It was founded in 1919. Contact: Scott Lambert lambert@mada.org 651-485-8077
CURRENT SPOTLIGHT ON ELECTRIC VEHICLES SPARKS NEW ATTRACTIONS
AT 2022 TWIN CITIES AUTO SHOW Electric Vehicle Neighborhood, EV Test Drives, Luxury Electric Vehicle Ride-Alongs, and Official EV Spokesperson Paul Douglas to Energize Show Experience May 14 - 22 at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds St. Paul, Minn. (April 22, 2022) --- The 49th annual Twin Cities Auto Show presented by Speedway® will return to the Minnesota State Fairgrounds Saturday, May 14 through Sunday, May 22, 2022. This year’s Show is sure to energize interest in the auto industry’s most buzzworthy trend: Electric Vehicles (EVs). The Greater Metropolitan Automobile Dealers Association of Minnesota, Inc. (GMADA), producers of the Twin Cities Auto Show, are excited to announce that the 2022 event will be the largest showcase of electric vehicles and electric technology in Show history. The EV market has grown significantly since the Twin Cities Auto Show debuted its “Green Room” at the 2011 Twin Cities Auto Show. That year, just over 16,000 battery and plug-in and hybrid electric vehicles had been sold in the U.S. By mid-2021, cumulative electric vehicle sales had surpassed 2 million*. “As EVs are taking off, the public is asking for more options to experience this technology,” says Scott Lambert, President of the GMADA. “So, we are incorporating a variety of opportunities into this year’s Show to both educate and entertain our attendees on the topic.” The Twin Cities Auto Show is delighted to announce that a record number of highly anticipated electric vehicles are schedule to be at the Show and available for the EV Ride & Drive experience. Attendees will have the opportunity to get behind the wheel and hit the streets of the fairgrounds in the below vehicles: Audi e-tron and Audi e-tron GT · Chevrolet Bolt EV and Chevrolet Bolt EUV · Ford F-150 Lightning and Ford Mustang Mach E · Hyundai IONIQ · Jaguar I-PACE · Jeep Wrangler 4xe · Kia Niro EV EX, Kia EX Premium, Kia EV6 GT-Line AWD, Kia EV6 AWD · Polestar 2 · Volkswagen ID.4 · ** the North American public auto show debut of the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Here are some of the EV attractions to be featured at this year’s Twin Cities Auto Show:
The Electric Vehicle Neighborhood Powered by Xcel Energy
will give attendees the chance to get up-close to the latest electric car options and learn more about electric vehicle technology. A full-size garage with a charging station will show how to charge at home. Staff will be on-site to discuss electric charging costs, logistics, and to provide information on where to charge in Minnesota and around the U.S.
In addition to test driving standard vehicles, this year’s Show will offer the new Luxury Electric Vehicle Experience. A professional driver will take guests on a “ride-along” trip through a custom course on the Fairgrounds. The track will allow the pro drivers to demonstrate the vehicle’s cornering, acceleration, and other powerful capabilities.
To help spread the word about all the Show’s EV focus, organizers have brought on Twin Cities media legend, self-proclaimed serial entrepreneur, and EV owner Paul Douglas, as Official Electric Vehicle Spokesperson for the Twin Cities Auto Show. Douglas, an American Meteorological Society Fellow, has 45 years of media experience. He currently contributes a daily weather column for the Star Tribune and co-hosts “The Paul & Jordana” show on WCCO Radio.
Prior to the Show, Douglas will drive and experience as many makes and models as possible. He’ll give his WCCO AM “Paul & Jordana Show” listeners an on-the-spot live preview on Friday, May 13. Then, on Opening Day - Saturday, May 14 - Douglas will host an EV panel discussion presented by Great River Energy that will be open to the public.
The 49th Annual Twin Cities Auto Show
LOCATION: Minnesota State Fairgrounds
DATES: Saturday, May 14 through Sunday, May 22, 2022
HOURS: Friday, Saturdays and Wednesday 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday 4 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Sundays 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
TICKETS: Adults (16+) $15 online ($20 onsite)
Save $5 by purchasing in advance
Teens (11 – 15) $5
Children 10 and under FREE
Military Appreciation Day (May 17) FREE for Veterans and Current Military
$7 off for Family and Friends
Half-Price Wednesday (May 18) $10
$7 off coupons are available at GMADA metro member auto dealerships
WEBSITE: www.TwinCitiesAutoShow.com
SOCIAL: Facebook and Snapchat: TCAutoShow
Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok: @tcautoshow
PRODUCER: The Twin Cities Auto Show, the largest consumer show in the Upper Midwest,
is produced by the Greater Metropolitan Automobile Dealers Association of Minnesota, Inc. (GMADA).
The GMADA is a trade association of new car and truck franchised dealers in the Greater Minneapolis and Saint Paul area.
GMADA President is Scott Lambert. The Auto Show Director is Mary Velline.
CONTACTS: Molly Steinke, Nemer Fieger, molly@nemerfieger.com, 612-309-1677
Mike Haberman, Nemer Fieger, mhaberman@nemerfieger.com, 612-432-9898
*Source: Electrek, “The Number of U.S. Electric Vehicles Grows from 16K to 2 Million in 10 Years,” November 9, 2021.
49th ANNUAL TWIN CITIES AUTO SHOW
Presented by Speedway® May 14 – 22, 2022 at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds‘It’s Not Just an Auto Show, it’s an Automotive Experience
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Honoring Our Nation's Military
Please click here to visit the Military Appreciation page to learn how military get free tickets. Family and friends also receive discounted tickets.
Free Tickets are available at the box office on Tuesday, May 17.
A ceremony will take place at 7:00 PM
FYI - Last year we donated $40,500 to DAV!
Plan to spend the night and visit with groups serving Veterans and Active Military Professionals.
You will also be treated to a great display of retired military vehicles and two replica Navy Submarines!
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