The State of the Auto Industry in Illinois: Live from the 2025 Auto Show at McCormick Place

McCormick Place and City Club

Thursday–Friday, Feb 6–28, 2025
Event Begins at 1:30 p.m.

Location

McCormick Place
2301 S. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr.
Chicago, IL 60616
Map and directions

Join us for an exclusive insider’s look at the 2025 Chicago Auto Show with a dynamic discussion featuring a special welcome by Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton. This engaging  program will explore the latest trends in the automotive world, from evolving buyer demographics and advancements in energy-efficient vehicles to the economic impact of the auto industry on Illinois, including job creation and spending.  

Remarks by Larita Clark, CEO of the Metropolitan Pier & Exposition Authority will be followed by a conversation between Alex Vetter, CEO of Cars.com; Jennifer Morand, President of the Chicago Automobile Trade Association and General Manager of the Chicago Auto Show; and City Club CEO Dan Gibbons. Light bites from Connie's Pizza and Ida's Artisan Ice cream will be served. Immediately following the presentation, enjoy early access to the Auto Show floor before it opens to the public.

Free parking will be provided. 

This program is presented by City Club and McCormick Place. 

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