美国芝加哥国际汽车博览会（Chicago Auto Show）是全球最大的汽车展之一，芝加哥车展于1901年首次上演，是北美最大的车展，一年一届，每年二月份在芝加哥麦考密克广场（McCormick Place）举行，其举办次数超过了该大陆的任何其他汽车博览会。该展由芝加哥汽车贸易协会（CATA）组织，展览包括：多个世界和北美的介绍，全系列的国产和进口乘用车和卡车，运动型多功能车，以及实验车或概念车。总共将展出近1,000种不同的车辆。此外，与会者还将有机会看到众多配件和汽车相关展品，竞赛车辆和项目，古董车和经典收藏车。
芝加哥车展在McCormick Place综合大楼的南北展厅中占地超过100万平方英尺。 McCormick Place提供总面积达270万平方英尺的展厅，另有700,000平方英尺的会议室供应。芝加哥车展于1901年首次上演，是北美最大的车展，其举办次数超过了该大陆的任何其他汽车博览会。
芝加哥汽车贸易协会（CATA）是美国历史最悠久，规模最大的大都市经销商组织。自1935年以来首次负责组织芝加哥车展至今，CATA一直在组织、策划、宣传芝加哥车展。1935年，芝加哥车展从剧院移至国际圆形剧场，1971年移至现在所在地McCormick。1943年至1945年，由于第二次世界大战和美国汽车制造业的暂歇，芝加哥车展暂停了。1950年，芝加哥车展恢复并带来了更加强劲的汽车旋风。直至1953年，芝加哥车展成为了独具其风格的世界知名车展。
芝加哥车展多年来，芝加哥车展上的亮点有：Corvette克尔维特（1953）的首次亮相；第二代Chevrolet Camaro雪佛兰卡马罗汽车，旁帝克火鸟（1970）首次亮相。坐落于巨大的McCormick中心，芝加哥车展不仅可以容纳好几打概念车和出厂车，并曾为克莱斯勒提供了一整条试车跑道。芝加哥车展重要新型汽车、经典收藏车和概念车的均会亮相。
芝加哥车展在概念方面，芝加哥车展让我们一睹Honda Civic Si的风采：200马力，2.0升四缸发动机。 另一款领头概念车是Dodge Nitro SUV，底座与吉普自由人Jeep Liberty一样。虽然芝加哥车展规模稍小于底特律车展，但是它仍是一部分新型汽车的登台起点。芝加哥车展囊括了多个来自世界的新车的首次亮相，如丰田FJ酷路泽Toyota FJ Cruiser， 勤劳公羊道奇Dodge Mega Cab Ram，奔驰Mercedes-BenzS65 AMG 超级小轿车。凯迪拉克Cadillac展示了它最新的DTS轿车，别克Buick 首次展出其新型车，同样还有来自现代hyundai的概念车和来自水星Mercury的两款新车。
起源于1901年的芝加哥车展算得上历史最为悠久的大型车展之一了，与北美国际车展和纽约车展稍有不同，芝加哥车展并没有过多引领国际汽车潮流风向标的属性，而更像是一场针对美国本地车迷的盛宴。
展品范围(Show Products):
新能源汽车、纯电动汽车、油电混合双引擎汽车；乘用车 / 小型巴士 / 特殊车辆（包括运输车、大篷车、救援拖车，小型客运车），两轮或三轮汽车 / 3.5吨以下拖车 / 模型车部件和零配件：引擎、发动机部件、动力传输部件、底盘部件、悬挂和减震部件、制动系统部件、转向系统部件、轮胎、车架部件和附件、内饰部件、灯光技术、电动与电子部件、连接件、软管、零配件、半成品、原材料等；检测、修理、维护和供应：检测器材、汽车店设备、工具、清洁产品等；交通运输：交通数据处理、汽车通讯、交通巡航系统等；防护服装（司机用）/ 报废车辆处理；汽车融资租赁服务。
展会报告(Show Reports):
The 2026 Chicago Auto Show came to a successful close on Monday, Feb. 16, after a 10-day run at McCormick Place. The 118th edition of the show welcomed 211,850 attendees to experience the latest cars, trucks and SUVs, cutting-edge automotive technology and electrified mobility, producing more than 102,000 in-vehicle experiences across indoor and outdoor activations.
Manufacturers from across the industry showcased their newest models and innovations, giving consumers the opportunity to compare vehicles side-by-side and engage directly with brand experts. Notable vehicles at the show included the 2026 Cadillac Celestiq, 2026 Honda Prelude, 2026 Jeep Recon, 2027 Kia Telluride, 2027 RAM 1500 SRT TRX, 2026 Subaru Outback and 2026 Toyota RAV4. Concept vehicles like the Chevrolet Corvette CX Concept and Tesla Robotaxi also drew significant attention on the show floor, highlighting the industry’s continued focus on design, performance and future mobility solutions.
Four immersive indoor test tracks and daily outdoor test drives provided attendees with hands-on opportunities to experience the latest vehicles firsthand. The fan-favorite Camp Jeep returned with its signature off-road course, offering thrill rides that demonstrated Jeep’s legendary 4×4 capability on a dynamic indoor obstacle track. Ford’s “Built Wild” experience once again highlighted the Bronco family’s off-road prowess, while the Chicago Drives Electric track, powered by ComEd, allowed guests to ride in a wide range of battery-electric, hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles.
New for 2026, the Chicago Drives gas-powered track debuted on the show floor, giving attendees an additional passenger-seat experience featuring gas and hybrid models. Combined with outdoor test drives from participating manufacturers including Alfa Romeo, Dodge, Ford, Jeep, Ram, Subaru, Tesla and Toyota, the expanded offerings reinforced the show’s commitment to interactive, hands-on engagement.
“Each year we strive to make the Chicago Auto Show more immersive and relevant for today’s consumers,” said Chicago Auto Show General Manager Jennifer Morand. “From hands-on test tracks to dynamic new exhibits, the show gave attendees countless opportunities to explore, compare and experience the latest advancements in the automotive space.”
New and returning specialty exhibits further elevated the show experience. Making its debut, Chi-Town Alley brought Chicago’s vibrant car culture to life through an immersive, high-energy display featuring performance vehicles, custom builds, street-inspired rides and exotics. The exhibit also showcased six locally selected vehicles from the inaugural Chi-Town Alley Showcase contest, where the fan-voted winner, Tim Mejias, was ultimately named and recognized for his 1997 BMW M3. As part of the honor, Mejias received an invitation to return and display his winning vehicle at the 2027 Chicago Auto Show. Attendees could also enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at filmmaker and car enthusiast Sung Kang’s upcoming film “DRIFTER,” including two versions of the film’s hero car, “Lola.”
Returning exhibits also drew strong engagement throughout the show’s run. Overlanding Chicago expanded its footprint with additional demonstrations, specialty vehicles and upfitting vendors focused on adventure-ready builds and the overlanding lifestyle. For the first time, participating Overlanding exhibitors camped overnight on the show floor, transforming the exhibit into a city-style campsite complete with activities like hide-and-seek, story time and “campfire” snacks. The Family Zone once again provided a dedicated, family-friendly space with interactive activities including a kids’ Power Wheels track, Sim Drive racing simulators, car seat demonstrations with Britax and hands-on play areas designed to engage younger attendees while immersing them in the auto show environment.
This year’s themed days and special events attracted enthusiastic crowds and diverse audiences. The Miles Per Hour Run returned as a unique indoor running experience through the show floor, drawing more than 800 participants from 12 different states. Automotive Career Day welcomed nearly 2,000 students from across the Chicagoland area, offering a firsthand look at the wide range of opportunities within the automotive industry. Chicago Friday Night Flights also returned as a one-of-a-kind craft beer sampling event paired with live music and full access to the show.
“Chicagoland’s new-car dealers continue to set the standard, uniting to deliver one of the most prestigious auto shows in the world and standing firmly behind the local organizations that power our community,” said 2026 Chicago Auto Show Chairman Jason Roberts. “The Chicago Auto Show continues to stand out as a place where innovation, culture and consumer engagement come together. This year’s new exhibits, expanded ride-alongs and diverse displays demonstrated how the show continues to evolve alongside the industry.”
In partnership with Versiti Blood Center of Illinois, the Dennis Buckley Memorial Blood Drive, a meaningful tradition spanning more than two decades, returned during the 2026 Chicago Auto Show. The drive collected 1,441 units of blood, the second-highest total in show history, helping provide lifesaving support to as many as 4,323 patients and their families while addressing critical winter blood shortages.
Fan engagement extended well beyond the show floor. Early analytics indicate that the Chicago Auto Show generated strong reach across digital and social media platforms, with millions of impressions, extensive video content and positive audience sentiment highlighting excitement around new exhibits, interactive experiences and the return of key manufacturers.
The show also saw strong and growing support from sponsors for 2026, led by premier partners Cars.com and ComEd. Official sponsors included Sim Drive and Drive Chicago, with additional support from star sponsors U.S. Army and Mattress Firm, and supporting sponsors Renewal by Andersen and Britax. These partners played a key role in enhancing onsite activations, interactive exhibits and branded experiences that contributed to a more engaging and dynamic attendee experience throughout the show.
The Chicago Auto Show is already gearing up with plans to return to McCormick Place next February. Dates for the 2027 Chicago Auto Show are Feb. 12 (First Look for Charity) and Feb. 13-21 (public show).
