Midlands Motor Show update

By Jack Rix

10th July 2009

The British Motor Show might have fallen by the wayside, but the Midlands Motor Show is doing a fantastic job of filling its place! Taking place at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry on the weekend of 1 and 2 August, the newly conceived Expo has already attracted over 40 manufacturers from across the globe.

And in a bid to stay as relevant to the modern motor industry as possible, the organisers have just announced a special environmental display, highlighting a range of eco-initiatives by Coventry City Council.

Over the next two years 110 electric vehicles will be trialled by the Council for the purpose of collecting data. And three of those will be on display to the public – a Smart EV, Mitsubishi iMIEV and a Tata Indica Vista EV.

Other attractions, apart from the feast of new metal, includes a concert featuring Motown singing group The Mysteries, a Gala Dinner Function and an automotive themed charity auction.

Auto Express has already thrown its support behind the show, which has been granted free use of the Ricoh Arena venue for this inaugural event – a sure sign that the motoring industry is clubbing together in difficult times.

Visit www.midlandsmotorshow.co.uk for more up to date information about the show, and how to purchase your tickets in advance.

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