Cars.com Supports the Chicago Auto Show as 2023 Premier Partner

Longtime partner of the Chicago Auto Show, Cars.com now becomes a premier sponsor of the 2023 show with a branding presence throughout the event, official map sponsorship, Chicago Drives Electric sponsor, and a digital package to promote its Best of 2023 awards. Chicago Auto Show premier partners enjoy category exclusivity and receive additional exposure to show attendees through a benefits package.

People who visit the show can experience and learn about a variety of Cars.com’s Best of Vehicle finalists. Now in its 14th year, the awards announce Cars.com experts’ top vehicle picks in six categories: luxury, electric, family, pickup truck, SUV, and the best overall vehicle. The winners and finalists for each category will be announced on Feb, 7. To view the awards, visit: cars.com/awards.  

“For car shoppers, or those even thinking of buying a car right now, the Chicago Auto Show should be at the top of your to-do list because of the opportunity to get up close to a variety of vehicles in one day,” said Jenni Newman, editor-in-chief, Cars.com. “We always recommend researching a variety of vehicles on sites like Cars.com so you have a full understanding of cost, availability, features and technology. However, as you get closer to making your decision on which car to purchase, you need to see and feel the vehicle to determine if it will meet your needs. With hundreds of new vehicles and multiple indoor test tracks, the auto show is a great opportunity to kick the tires before working with your local dealership to make a purchase.”

“Cars.com has been a supporter of the Chicago Auto Show for many years and, this year, they have heightened their investment in the show to further expand its reach and obtain category exclusivity,” said Jim OBrill, sponsorship and marketing director for the Chicago Auto Show. “The experts at Cars.com have an abundance of resources and latest news on their website to aid consumers in their automotive research and education process making them a perfect partner to one of the nation’s largest consumer auto shows.”

This year’s event grows back into two exhibit halls and is positioned to be the most experiential yet. The 2023 show promises a complete range of vehicles including passenger cars, trucks, utility vehicles, concept cars, electric vehicles (EV), collector cars, ultra-luxury supercars and more. The  show will also feature a record-breaking seven indoor test tracks, four outdoor test drive opportunities on city streets and an all-new Chicago Drives Electric indoor EV track—triple the size of the previous show’s EV track. 

Tickets to the 2023 Chicago Auto Show are currently on sale at ChicagoAutoShow.com. The 2023 show runs Feb. 11-20 at McCormick Place and open to the public daily at 10 a.m. Adult ticket prices are $15; seniors ages 62 and older are $10; children ages 4-12 are $10; kids 3 and younger are free. 

About the Chicago Auto Show

First staged in 1901, the Chicago Auto Show is the nation’s longest running auto exposition in North America. The show is produced by the Chicagoland’s new-car dealer association, the Chicago Automobile Trade Association, which has staged the show since 1935. The 20223 public show is Feb. 11-20 at McCormick Place. For more information and the latest updates, visit ChicagoAutoShow.com or Facebook.com/ChicagoAutoShow.com. 

About the Chicago Automobile Trade Association

Founded in 1904 and located in Oakbrook Terrace, the Chicago Automobile Trade Association is comprised of more than 400 franchised new-car dealers and an additional 150 allied members. The group’s dealer members employ about 19,000 people in the metropolitan area. The association has produced the world famous Chicago Auto Show since 1935. For more information, please visit www.CATA.info. 

About the Cars.com

CARS is the leading automotive marketplace platform that provides a robust set of digital solutions that connect car shoppers with sellers. Launched in 1998 with the flagship marketplace Cars.com and headquartered in Chicago, the Company empowers shoppers with the data, resources and digital tools needed to make informed buying decisions and seamlessly connect with automotive retailers. In a rapidly changing market, CARS enables dealerships and OEMs with innovative technical solutions and data-driven intelligence to better reach and influence ready-to-buy shoppers, increase inventory turn and gain market share. 

In addition to Cars.com^™, the Company’s brands include Dealer Inspire^®, a technology provider building solutions to future-proof dealerships with more efficient operations and connected digital experiences; FUEL™, an advertising solution providing dealers and OEMs the benefit of leveraging targeted digital video marketing to Cars.com’s audience of in-market car shoppers; DealerRater^®, a leading car dealer review and reputation management technology solution; CreditIQ^™, digital financing technology and Accu-Trade^™, vehicle valuation and appraisal technology. The Company’s portfolio of brands also includes Auto.com^™, PickupTrucks.com^™ and NewCars.com^®. 

The full suite of CARS properties includes Cars.com^™, Dealer Inspire^®, FUEL^™, DealerRater^®, CreditIQ^™, Accu-Trade.com^™, Auto.com^™, PickupTrucks.com^™and NewCars.com^®. For more information, visit www.Cars.com.