When the checkered flag flies, the 2024 Toronto International Auto Show steps into the light and shadow. Car enthusiasts from all over the world invest their passion and endless expectations in this grand auto show. The show brought together vehicles from 44 brands, 31 of which were making their Toronto debut, showcasing new luxury cars, trucks and SUVs.
TV personality Richard Hammond made a surprise appearance
Many car models made their first appearance, including several concept cars and pre-production models, showing a glimpse of the future automotive world. Porsche's 2025 Taycan, 2024 Panamera and Vision Gran Turismo concept cars are all eye-catching. Asian brands that have emerged in recent years have also attracted much attention, including Japan's Infiniti Motor Vision Qe and QX Monograph concept cars, South Korea's Genesis 2025 GV80 Coupe, and Vietnam's VinFast (VinFast) concept car VF 3 and VF Wild pickup truck, all of which demonstrate the industry's innovation.
Jeep off-road test drive experience
At the gala's opening ceremony, television personality Richard Hammond made a surprise appearance. He is one of the famous hosts of "Top Gear" and "The Grand Tour". He appeared on the stage driving a Rimac Nevera, instantly attracting the attention of the audience. He once narrowly missed a Rimac on the show, causing the car to flip over and explode and catch fire, which attracted a lot of attention. After getting out of the car, he laughed and said that at least this time he parked the Rimac in the right place, which immediately caused laughter at the scene.
Based on Barbie's iconic pink car
Canada’s largest indoor electric vehicle test drive track is back, offering 15 electric vehicles for test drives, allowing people to experience the fun of driving two laps on the track. For the first time since 2020, outdoor test drives return to the auto show, showcasing the brand’s vehicle performance. The Trail Rated indoor off-road track gives people the opportunity to experience the unparalleled capabilities of Jeep without leaving the venue, with five man-made obstacles showcasing its unique charm.
Canadian racing driver James Hinchcliffe signs autographs for fans
This year's show once again highlighted its strong ties to pop culture, featuring everything from Barbie dolls to Batman. Whether admiring the real-life pink 1957 Chevrolet Corvette designed for the Barbie movie or taking a photo next to the life-size Barbie box, it was a highlight for the audience. Equally stunning is the deeper, more sinister black “Rolly” Batmobile, a perfect replica of the car driven by Batman in The Dark Knight trilogy.
Alfonso Albaisa, Senior Vice President of Nissan Global Design
This year's Canadian International Auto Show ended perfectly, but people's passion and pursuit for cars will never stop. In the world of cars, every turn is a new adventure, and every start is a brand new journey.
