TOP TIRE MANUFACTURER KUMHO TIRE U.S.A SIGNS ON AS PREMIER TIRE SPONSOR

The Inland Empire Auto Show (IEAS), one of Southern California’s best auto shows, announced Kumho Tire U.S.A., with its North American headquarters in Rancho Cucamonga, Calif., has signed on as the premier tire sponsor for 2012. With a recent upswing in the economy, Kumho Tire management stated it felt the need to begin placing the company in a greater light in front of its core consumers, the auto enthusiasts. As a part of the sponsorship, Kumho Tire experts will be on site with their giant Kumho branded semi truck trailer near the entrance to the Ontario Convention Center. From that location during the three-day auto show, show goers can have questions answered about tire care and safety, as well as receive a rebate for $100 off a set of tires. Kumho Tires will also be giving away two free sets of tires to two lucky Inland Empire Auto Show attendees, plus will have more giveaways throughout the weekend. The Inland Empire Auto Show is Riverside and San Bernardino Counties’ only auto show and takes place Friday through Sunday, August 24-26, 2012. For hours and tickets, for log onto www.IEAutoShow.com or call the Ontario Convention Center at (909) 937-3000.

“The Inland Empire Auto Show has been as successful driver of people wanting to check out the latest vehicles from many of the popular auto manufacturers around,” said Rick Brennan, vice president of marketing for Kumho Tire U.S.A. “Our Kumho tires come standard on many of the vehicles that will be on display and available for test drives at the show, so it’s only natural for us to have a presence and be able to educate and interact with consumers.”

Dodge Charger at Ride & Drive Event

This is the first year a tire manufacturer has sponsored the Inland Empire Auto Show, creating another avenue within the auto industry for show goers to explore. Kumho is one of the world’s top tire manufacturers. In addition to the sizable presence to be seen by Kumho Tire at the Inland Empire Auto Show, more auto manufactures than ever before will be showcasing their new 2013 models including Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Fiat, GMC, Jeep, Toyota , Subaru and Volkswagen. The Ontario Auto Dealers Association will also be presenting vehicles from Ford, Hyundai, Mazda and more.

"The Inland Empire Auto Show continues to grow year over year and with the inclusion of Kumho Tire, our more than 30,000 anticipated attendees will experience the auto industry on an even bigger scale,” said Michael Caudill, co-owner of the Inland Empire Auto Show. “The show provides an arena for those interested in new cars or thinking about purchasing a new car to completely inspect the latest offerings from a diverse cross section of manufacturers and vendors in a completely pressure-free and fun environment.”

Hosted at the Ontario Convention Center August 24-26, the 2012 Inland Empire Auto Show will showcase a variety of activities included in the price of admission, in addition to highlighting the most sought-after cars and trucks. Features will include onsite test drives hosted by Chrysler, Fiat, Jeep, Toyota and Volkswagen, a Kid Zone full of family fun for the little ones, the Food Truck Zone, the PGA Get Out & Golf Day, plus the Walk for Wishes and Great Taste Friday events. 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 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 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 www.IEAutoShow.com. Follow the show on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/InlandEmpireAutoShow or 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.

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^®.

Walk for Make A Wish at This Year's Inland Empire Auto Show

The Inland Empire Auto Show (IEAS) announced that it has partnered with Make-A-Wish® Orange County Inland Empire Chapter for the first ever Inland Empire Walk for Wishes. The event comprises a non-competitive, spirited walk with the goal of raising funds to directly help fulfill the wishes of children in the Inland Empire or Orange County who are currently faced with life-threatening medical issues. The Walk for Wishes kicks off Sunday, August 26 with registration beginning at 8:30 a.m. The walk gets underway at 9:00a.m., starting at the Ontario Convention Center, winding around the nearby streets and finishing back at the convention center parking lot where the World of Wishes festival and an array of activities for the whole family will await. Early registration to take part in Walk for Wishes runs now through Friday, August 17 and is $25 per person. Regular registration runs from Saturday, August 18 through Friday, August 24 and is $35. Registration on the day of the event is $40 per person. Registration at every level includes an event T-shirt, entry into the Inland Empire Auto Show, food and an event day pass to get access to all of the World of Wishes festival activities. To register or for more information, visit www.wishocie.org and click on the “Register” tab, or call (951) 321-0179.

“Teaming up with the Inland Empire Auto Show is such a fantastic thing for us and for the children we get to help,” said Stephanie McCormick, president and CEO of Make-A-Wish® Orange County Inland Empire. “More than 30,000 people come to the show each day over the course of three days and without the help and support of our local residents, most of whom are visiting the auto show, we couldn’t do what we do for these deserving kids.

The Walk for Wishes event is designed for all family members to get involved, plus their friends and their families. The walk allows participants to stroll along the wide, palm-tree lined streets of Ontario and culminates with the World of Wishes festival at the Ontario Convention Center where participants will be treated to music, food, free samples and fun for the whole family. Following that, participants can head inside to check out the latest and hottest car models from auto manufacturers such as Toyota, Chrysler, Dodge, Hyundai, GM, Mazda, Subaru and many more, free with their registration into the Walk for Wishes. Sunday is Family Day at the auto show so there will be more fun and festivities inside the convention center, including a Kids Zone with jumper houses, face painting and more in conjunction with Make-A-Wish. In addition to admission into the Inland Empire Auto Show, walkers can also sign up for the free Ride & Drive event happening outside the convention center, or check out the on-the-go gourmet offerings from the array of famous food trucks at the Food Truck Festival on hand at the auto show. Click on www.IEAutoShow.com for complete info.