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LA Auto Show Opens to Crowds With SUV Reveals, EVs and Hands-On Drives

Large test drives with curated culture exhibits anchor a focus on electrified, adventure‑oriented vehicles.

Overview

  • The public show runs Nov. 21–30 at the Los Angeles Convention Center, drawing thousands with indoor and outdoor drives and ride‑along obstacle courses.
  • Kia introduced a new generation of the Telluride SUV, highlighting a roomier interior, easier ingress and egress, and improved ride quality.
  • Hyundai debuted the Crater Concept, a rugged SUV show car with a roll cage and skid plate that signals off‑road design direction under the XRT banner, with production unconfirmed.
  • Jeep is showcasing the all‑electric Recon, an open‑air 4x4 slated to go on sale early next year, with the brand targeting strong demand in California.
  • Programming features the Hall of SPARQ and an Underground custom‑culture area, while Volkswagen’s restored 1977 VW Bus ‘Azul’ is on display and a brief protest punctuated a Kia press event.