🔥Are auto shows still worth it in 2026? With 371,000 people attending the Canadian International Auto Show in 2024, I went to find out if traditional car shows still provide value in the age of online car shopping, virtual showrooms, and dealer home delivery. Auto shows are still absolutely worth it for car enthusiasts and serious shoppers, but not essential for everyone. I break down exactly who should go, who should skip it, and practical tips to maximize your experience.YouTube Video Version: https://youtu.be/dHkaF4KF7J4
🎥 Watch This Honest Performance Car Owner Playlist Video Next: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLT27agbpHd__COhbKBXgRI4Okhvs0AX-O📋 CHAPTER TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - Introduction01:21 - What is the CIAS?02:42 - The Case AGAINST Auto Shows02:46 - Everything's Already Online03:52 - Dealer Test Drives Are Better05:23 - It's Crowded and Tiring06:14- The Case FOR Auto Shows06:16 – Exotics and Hypercars07:33 – Comparison Shopping08:28 – Tactile Experience09:14- The Experience IS The Point10:25 – The Cars Dealerships Don’t Stock11:28 - The Verdict: Should You Go?13:40 - Practical Tips for Attendees16:17 – Funny, Silly and Weird Stuff at the Show17:54 - Final Thoughts and Next StepsAll Rights Reserved. Copyright, Liability Waiver and DisclaimersNo part of the content of this video or any video published under Gary the Car Nut, and other encompassed entities, shall be stored, copied, recreated, republished, or transported. Prior express written permission by Gary Beutler is required for any use of this video. The advice, guidance, and principles outlined in all content produced by Gary the Car Nut, Gary Beutler, and other encompassed entities are not guaranteed to be appropriate for your unique situation, you are responsible to do your own research, I’m not responsible for any losses you incur.We recommend that as a consumer, you exercise your due diligence and research any and all products and events recommended to you before adopting them for yourself. Gary the Car Nut, Gary Beutler, and other encompassed entities are not responsible for any damages that result from an effort to implement the information provided in this or any other video, article, blog post, social media post, and related publications.Your use and viewing of any materials and videos published by Gary the Car Nut, Gary Beutler and other encompassed entities confirms your acknowledgement and agreement that Ontario, Canada law will apply to any and all disputes related to the aforementioned entities and that Ontario, Canada will serve as the venue for any disputes, claims, and litigious activities related but not limited to the materials produced by Gary the Car Nut, Gary Beutler and other encompassed entities.Gary the Car Nut, Gary Beutler and all other associated persons including but not limited to independent contractors, employees, and affiliates, research and review all content for this site to the best of their abilities but make no guarantees, representations, or warranties as to the complete accuracy and inclusion of all relevant information for each video, including but not limited to all video streams, suggested and provided links and resources.All parties specifically disclaim any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any and all purposes.
