AutoMobility LA Releases Its Full 2018 Schedule

Global Automakers, Technology Companies and Startups to Discuss, Unveil and Further the Future of Mobility Over the Course of Four Jam-Packed Days

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 13, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Organizers of the Los Angeles Auto Show's (LA Auto Show) AutoMobility LA today released the full schedule for its 2018 show. Taking place Nov. 26-29, attendees will witness new and established automakers unveil highly-anticipated production and concept vehicles and gain insights into the rapidly changing industry from a highly-curated ensemble of experts. In addition to this year's auto-tech talks, vehicle debuts, announcements and competitions, AutoMobility LA attendees will have multiple opportunities to network over the course of four days.

Beginning on Monday, Nov. 26, AutoMobility LA opens with its signature hackathon, entitled Code AutoMobility LA, sponsored by General Motors and Visa. The theme will focus on improving the overall driving experience, and the grand prize winner will receive $40,000 in prepaid Visa gift cards. On Tuesday, Nov. 27, show attendees will have a full day of solo talks and panel discussions with industry leaders and experts from companies including Amazon Alexa Automotive, Aston Martin Lagonda, BYTON, Electrify America, Honda R&D, leading discussions on a multiple of topics including autonomy, connectivity, design, electrification, mobility and sharing. Attendees should also expect announcements and demonstrations from BYTON, Luminar, Rivian and Vulog. AutoMobility LA's Top Ten Startup Competition finalists will also be showcased on Tuesday. Of them, the Top Three will pitch their companies to judges from the automotive and technology worlds and a winner will be announced ain front of a live audience. Additionally, Code AutoMobility LA will formally announce its first, second and third place winners inside the Technology Pavilion that day.

Wednesday, Nov. 28, kicks off with AutoMobility LA's annual Motoring Invitational. This year, the celebratory showcase is entitled "Beetles & Breakfast" in commemoration of Volkswagen's final production of the iconic Beetle. Following the networking breakfast, attendees can expect a day full of vehicle debuts and significant announcements from automotive manufacturers including BMW, Jeep, Porsche, Toyota and Volvo to name a few. Thursday, Nov. 29, will focus on green announcements, automotive press conferences and media receptions.