Go Behind the Wheel of Today's Hottest Cars & Trucks at the Ride & Drive!

Attendees Check Out New Dodge at Last Year's IE Auto Show

The Inland Empire Auto Show heads back to the Ontario Convention Center August 24-26, 2012. Back by popular demand at this year’s Inland Empire Auto Show is the Ride & Drive event. Spanning all three days of the show, attendees can get behind the wheel of top auto manufacturers’ cars and trucks and take them for a spin through a monitored course at the Ride & Drive. Attendees can test drive vehicles for free with their auto show admission and have their choice of many different makes and models, without the pressure of an auto dealership environment. Auto makers to be featured at the Inland Empire Auto Show’s Ride & Drive include Chrysler, Fiat, Jeep, Ram, Subaru, Toyota and Volkswagen. For more information or tickets to the Inland Empire Auto Show, log onto www.IEAutoShow.com.

Toyota Prius C

The Inland Empire Auto Show Ride & Drive is a great way to evaluate the latest model vehicles in a no hassle, no pressure atmosphere. Show goers will have the chance to drive their favorite and perhaps dream cars on a designated route adjacent to the Ontario Convention Center. Those interested in testing Ride & Drive vehicles are encouraged to sign up early in the day as the Inland Empire Auto Show Ride & Drive organizers anticipate more than 4,500 people getting in the driver’s seat during the three-day event. Just less than 3,000 show attendees test drove new cars at the show’s 2011 Ride & Drive.

Scion FRS

Volkswagen Jetta

Volkswagen GTI

Autos available for the public to test drive include:

Chrysler 200

Chrysler 300 

Chrysler Town & Country

Dodge Challenger

Dodge Charger

Dodge Dart

Dodge Durango

FIAT 500

Jeep® Compass

Jeep® Grand Cherokee

Jeep® Wrangler

Ram 1500

Subaru (models TBA)

Scion FRS

Toyota Prius C

Volkswagen Jetta TDI

Volkswagen Passat

Volkswagen Beetle

Volkswagen CC

To purchase tickets and for more information, visit the official IEAS website at www.IEAutoShow.com. Tickets are also available at the door each day. Like the show on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/InlandEmpireAutoShow and follow them on Twitter @IEAutoShow to get insider news and announcements from the Inland Empire Auto Show.

FOODIES, GET YOUR FILL AT GREAT TASTE FRIDAY @ IE AUTO SHOW

Cheese Mac & Rib Sandwich

The Inland Empire Auto Show (IEAS), one of Southern California’s premier auto shows, is heading back to the Ontario Convention Center this August 24-26, 2012. Coming off a huge success in 2011, Great Taste Friday returns to the auto show and it’s sure to satisfy the palates of the most discriminating food fans. Held on the show's opening night, August 24, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., Great Taste Friday will feature more than 20 of the best local restaurants and wineries offering samples of their acclaimed fare. Attendees get into Great Taste Friday free with their auto show admission. For tickets to the Inland Empire Auto Show on Friday, August 24, or any of the other feature-filled days of the show, log onto www.IEAutoShow.com.

Fleming's Steak

Last year's event featured local dining establishments including Fleming's Prime Steakhouse, Green Mango Thai Bistro, and Graber Olive House, plus national favorites such as California Pizza Kitchen, Starbucks Coffee and Cold Stone Creamery. Individuals and families alike are encouraged to attend Great Taste Friday, not only to savor the tastes of the Inland Empire, but also to connect with other auto enthusiasts in a social environment. The event promises to be a repeat fan favorite for the 2012 Inland Empire Auto Show weekend.




Free with the price of show admission, the Great Taste Friday event offers all Inland Empire Auto Show attendees to get the first look at the hottest cars and trucks from some of the most sought after auto makers in the industry including Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Fiat, GMC, Jeep, Subaru, Toyota, Volkswagen and more in a social and fun atmosphere. The stylish Great Taste Friday event lets attendees savor food from around the world in culinary style. The Great Taste event will make Friday a night full of food, fun and tasty delights. Also not to miss for food fans are the top southern California food trucks that will be on site serving up their award-winning mobile gourmet fare all weekend long.

To purchase tickets and for more information, visit the official IEAS website at www.IEAutoShow.com. Like the show on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/InlandEmpireAutoShow or follow them on Twitter @IEAutoShow to get insider news and announcements from the Inland Empire Auto Show.

SHOW GOERS SCORE A HOLE-IN-ONE WITH NEW CARS AND GOLF LESSONS AT THIS YEAR’S AUTO SHOW

The Inland Empire Auto Show is Riverside and San Bernardino counties’ only auto show and for 2012. More auto makers and feature events have signed on for the show than ever before. Especially for golf and car enthusiasts, PGA of Southern California presents Get Out & Golf Day at the Inland Empire Auto Show on Saturday, August 25 from 4:00p.m. To 8:00p.m. With the price of admission into the auto show, attendees can peruse the pavilion filled with golf club manufacturers, experts in the sport to give the latest pro tips, multiple putting greens, and driving range simulators on which to practice and more. The event is perfect for the beginner golfer or those who have spent some serious time on the links.

"The Southern California PGA is proud to support the 2012 Inland Empire Auto Show. It is an outstanding event and we hope to see each and every one of you at this year's show. Please make sure you stop by our SCPGA Neighborhood Golf booth to receive complimentary lessons from local PGA Professionals and also to win some fun prizes."

The Inland Empire Auto Show is Southern California’s premier auto show and will serve as a new platform for the SCPGA to showcase several exciting attractions at the “Get Out & Golf Night” at the Inland Empire Auto Show

The Inland Empire Auto Show takes place on August 24-26 at the Ontario Convention Center in Ontario, California. The auto show will showcase the latest model vehicles for consumers to experience and test drive. Many other activities included with the price of admission are the Food Truck Festival, Great Taste Friday event, and the Kid Zone and Walk for Wishes. Show hours are Friday from 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets may be purchased at the door or online, and are $10 for adults (13 years and over). Seniors, military and children (7-12 years of age) are $5.00. Children under the age of six are free with a paid adult. To purchase tickets and for more information, visit the official IEAS website at www.ieautoshow.com. Like the show on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/InlandEmpireAutoShow or follow them on Twitter @IEAutoShow to get updates, news and announcements about the Inland Empire Auto Show.

About the Inland Empire Auto Show
The Inland Empire Auto Show (IEAS) is San Bernardino and Riverside Counties' largest auto show and will be held August 24-26, 2012. The show is produced by the Ontario Convention Center, On the Edge Productions, and DRIVEN Media Communications. The show serves as a fun and informative event for residents across Southern California and the Inland Empire.

Temecula Make-A-Wish Child Walks for Other Children at IE Auto Show's Walk for Wishes

What an inspiring story! Isaac Martinez, a Temecula native, has never stopped giving back. It’s been three years since Isaac’s wish was granted by Make-A-Wish^® and the entire Martinez family is still working to help grant the wishes of other children. On August 26, Isaac and his family will participate in the Inland Empire’s Inaugural Walk For Wishes^® presented by Ontario Auto Center.

Isaac loves everything about pirates. Isaac draws maps of buried treasure in his room and always puts on his boldest pirate face when he is searching for hidden riches. When Make-A-Wish^® offered the young leukemia patient anything his heart desired, he knew there was only one thing he wanted: to be a pirate captain for a day. In 2009, he and his family sailed away to USC’s Wrigley Marine Institute on Catalina Island for an adventurous treasure hunt.

On the island, Isaac was greeted by his pirate crew and after some pirate festivities, the odyssey began. During the expedition Isaac hunted buried treasure with a treasure map and kayaked through the ocean waters to find clues. Isaac was filled with wonder and awe as the journey concluded and the hidden loot was finally discovered. This was certainly a day that Captain Isaac will never forget.

After his wish, Isaac spent the holidays as a Make-A-Wish^® ambassador at the Temecula Macy’s Believe Station. Macy’s Believe campaign encourages children to write to Santa. Macy’s donates $1, up to $1 million, to Make-A-Wish^® for every letter dropped in a Believe Station’s mailbox.

The Martinez family’s work didn’t stop there. Isaac’s uncle, Alex, wrote a book about Isaac’s battle against leukemia. Alex is donating a part of the proceeds to Make-A-Wish^®. Most recently, Isaac was featured in an Allergan/Latisse Campaign for Make-A-Wish^®.

On August 26, Isaac will continue his journey to help grant the wishes of other children by walking in the Inland Empire’s Inaugural Walk For Wishes^® presented by Ontario Auto Center with his family. The festivities include a spirited walk at the Ontario Convention Center and a World of Wishes festival area.

Online registration for the walk is only $25 now until Friday, August 17, and $35 from August 18 to Friday, August 24. On site registration is available for $40 on the day of the event. Registration gains you an event T-shirt, food, a pass to the World of Wishes festival area, and entry into the Inland Empire Auto Show on the day of the walk. Meet Isaac and other wish families at the World of Wishes festival!

At the Inland Empire Auto Show families can explore the Kids Zone, which features face painting, games, and inflatables. The Sunday Auto Show schedule features the famous car show, the popular Food Truck Festival, and free test drives through the Ride and Drive Program. Visit www.IEAutoShow.com for more info on everything at the show.

To learn more about the Inland Empire’s Inaugural Walk For Wishes® presented by Ontario Auto Center, visit www.wishocie.org. To register, visit www.iewalkforwishes2012.kintera.org.

Make-A-Wish^® grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy. Founded in 1980 when a group of caring volunteers helped a young boy fulfill his dream of becoming a police officer, Make-A-Wish is one of the world’s leading children’s charities, with 62 chapters in the United States and its territories. With the help of generous donors and nearly 25,000 volunteers, Make-A-Wish grants a wish every 40 minutes and has granted more than 200,000 wishes in the United States since its inception. For more information about the Make-A-Wish Orange County and the Inland Empire, visit wishocie.org and discover how you can share the power of a wish^®.