Los Angeles Auto Show : 100 years

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The Greater Los Angeles International Auto Show is 100 years old. Created in 1907, the first edition took place in a small arena usually attended by

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roller skaters. Forty-six automakers were represented, which is outstanding at a time when the automobile was still a new invention.

The show grew rapidly and, since there was no venue big enough, the organizers had to begin using outside tents. In 1926, a fire started in several tents due to a short-circuit in the electrical mainbox. Most of the vehicles could be rescued, so the event kept on.

It was only in 1950 that the event became the "Los Angeles International Auto Show". After the end of World War II, American soldiers brought back a lot of European cars in the States, which increased the interest for foreign

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vehicles. At the end of the '50s, more than 400 models were showcased, including many imported ones. Later, during the '60s, Japanese cars began to appear. It was also the glory years of American muscle cars.

The Californian lifestyle had a lot to do with designers moving to LA to work in the newly established design studios. Today, there are 13 automobile design centers in the area. The Los Angeles International Auto Show provides the best opportunity for automakers to showcase their expertise in this field.