138,773 attendees pack event as it celebrates 101st show!
For Immediate Release
March 24, 2025
Vancouver, BC – The 2025 Vancouver International Auto Show (VIAS) has officially come to a close, marking a significant milestone for the automotive industry and the city of Vancouver. For the second consecutive year, the event has set a new attendance record, with 138,773 visitors (129,033 in 2024) experiencing the latest innovations in automotive technology, design, and performance. Additionally, the show saw a record-breaking single-day attendance on Saturday (42,761 visitors), further highlighting the growing excitement and interest in this premier automotive experience.
The five-day event, which took place at the Vancouver Convention Centre remains a standout family-friendly experience, with a strong emphasis on providing a safe and fun environment for attendees of all ages. The show ensured a welcoming atmosphere for all visitors while showcasing over 30 world-class automotive brands, featuring everything from cutting-edge electric vehicles to the most luxurious and high-performance cars on the market. Enthusiasts, industry professionals, and families alike were able to get up close and personal with the latest models and engage with exhibitors in a celebration of the future of mobility.
“We are thrilled with the success of this year’s Vancouver International Auto Show,” said Blair Qualey, President and CEO of the New Car Dealers Association of BC (NCDA), which owns and hosts the Auto Show. “Not only did we break another attendance record, but we also witnessed incredible interest in the shift towards sustainability and electrification in the automotive sector. This year’s event truly reflected the future of transportation, and we couldn’t be more excited to have shared that vision with the community.”
Exhibitors in the Show report enthusiastic crowds eager to learn about the new vehicles as well as the specialty vehicles on display:
“The Vancouver Auto Show continues to be an incredible platform for Weissach INEOS Grenadier to connect with British Columbia’s passionate automotive community,” says Weissach INEOS Grenadier COO, Kai Hensler. “Building on last year’s excitement, we were thrilled to showcase the highly anticipated Quartermaster edition—demonstrating our commitment to delivering uncompromising capability and refined adventure. We are grateful for the overwhelming support and look forward to continuing this momentum.”
A popular feature this year was the EV and PHEV Test Drive Experience presented by CleanBC Go Electric and RBC. A record 4,424 consumers had the opportunity to drive some of the newest and most highly sought after electric vehicles and plug-in hybrid EV’s in the country with 49 vehicles from 16 top manufacturers and participate in an indoor-to-outdoor test drive experience following a route around the Vancouver city centre.
Other highlights of the show included the unveiling of several Canadian and Western Canadian vehicle debuts including the SSC Tuatara Striker, the world’s fastest production car, reaching speeds of 455.3 km/h. The 2025 editions of the Mustang GTD, Corvette ZR1, Lincoln Navigator and Hyundai IONIQ 9 all turned heads, making their BC debuts at the show. Another hit for attendees was the stunning selection of five vehicles from Vancouver local Jordan Melville’s personal Ferrari collection to the show including the ultra-rare SP3 Daytona.
The Vancouver International Auto Show continues to serve as a vital platform for showcasing the dynamic evolution of the automotive industry while attracting a diverse audience from across British Columbia and beyond. With its continued growth, the event is positioning itself as a key highlight on the North American automotive calendar.
“We are proud to host an event that brings together so many passionate individuals, car enthusiasts, and professionals,” said Eric Nicholl, Executive Director of the Vancouver International Auto Show. “The turnout we saw this year is a testament to the growing interest and excitement surrounding the future of automotive technology.”
Looking ahead, the Vancouver International Auto Show is already planning for its 2026 edition which will return to the Vancouver Convention Centre West from March 25th to 29th, with hopes of continuing to break boundaries and set new standards for what the auto industry can offer.
For more detailed information about the Vancouver Auto Show | ELEVATE Automotive Experience, visit: www.VancouverInternationalAutoShow.com.
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About the Vancouver International Auto Show
The Vancouver International Auto Show is owned and operated by the New Car Dealers Association of BC (NCDA) (www.newcardealers.ca). It is British Columbia’s new model showcase for the Canadian automotive industry and represents top brands from the world’s leading manufacturers.
About the New Car Dealers Association of BC
The New Car Dealers Association of BC (NCDA) represents over 400 new car and truck dealers throughout British Columbia who employ 30,000 British Columbians and are responsible for close to $17 billion in retail sales in the province. The Association speaks on behalf of the retail automotive industry and advocates on legal, environmental, and consumer issues relating to vehicle sales in British Columbia.
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