HThe Brussels Motor Show is back! A grand 10st edition will take place from 19 to 2025 January 101 with pmotor vehicles, light commercial vehicles, recreational vehicles and dream cars. Motorcycles are not part of the party this time, but a lot of animations are planned.
It had been clear for some time that the motorcycle sector would not be present. The high costs associated with a ten-day trade fair had long been the cause of a waning interest among motorcycle brands and other players in the sector.
Nevertheless, the Motor Show remains an absolute top event of its kind. With 10 full opening days and a target of 300.000 visitors, the Motor Show is not only the largest public indoor event in Belgium, but also one of the largest car events in Europe. The international media are also increasingly finding their way to the Motor Show and for the second time, the prestigious international title of Car of the Year will be awarded during the Motor Show.
Anyone looking for a new car or commercial vehicle/motorsport van - or who wants to stay informed about the latest news at the automar - has come to the right place. No fewer than 63 car and commercial vehicle brands have already confirmed their presence. Given the exciting times and many different options, the Autosalon is also the ideal moment to look and compare.
The different brands show all the technical innovations and possibilities in Brussels. Some specialized brands go for a 100% electric offer, others offer different technologies from petrol and diesel combustion engines to hybrid technology. At the Motor Show you can easily map out the enormous offer, and ask all your questions to the representatives of the brands themselves. Handy!
Animation for everyone
Paleis 9 will be the base for anyone looking for unique experiences. Below is an overview!
Red Bull Extreme Sports Bar
In Palace 9, both Liam Everts' engine (pictured above) and four-time world champion Max Verstappen's Formula 1 car will be on display. You can also get to know a whole host of other spectacular Red Bull exploits from the (car) sports world.
Super Car Tour (i.s.m. Turismo)
Apart from all the magnificent models on the various brand stands, the Brussels Motor Show this year offers an extra chance to experience a unique moment – up close and with a photo souvenir. In collaboration with Turismo, four unique supercars are spread across the Palaces on separate mini-stands. You can have your picture taken with the following supercars: Aston Martin Vantage V8 Roadster, Ferrari 488 Pista, Lamborghini Aventador SVJ and Porsche 911 GT3 Touring.
eSports (i.s.m. The Sim Power)
No other discipline has made such a strong advance in recent years as eSports, and sim racing in particular. On a spectacular stand in Palace 9 (including a dream car expo with, among others, the McLaren P15 Senna!), The Sim Power is installing 12 top-level professional eSport racing simulators. A unique opportunity to fully immerse yourself in the wonderful world of virtual racing, in the presence of well-known car and eSport influencers.
Pedal to the Medal
Multiple world champion trial bike Kenny Belaey is coming to the Autosalon together with his Pedal to the Medal crew (picture above). Prepare to be blown away by an amazing show that combines trial bike, BMX flatland, a live DJ and an exciting MC. In a unique Red Bull atmosphere you can see world-class action sportsmen live at work several times a day!
Family tour
A very special course is being set up at the Motor Show especially for the youngest visitors. In a fun and educational game, children can get to know the educational aspects of the automotive world throughout the entire Show. With their own expedition notebook, they can set off to take on challenges and find answers to questions during their visit. And of course, a nice gift awaits the young visitors who successfully complete the entire course at the end!
Supercars, dreamcars, classic cars… dreaming is allowed!
Thanks to several leading players; visitors to the Motor Show can dream away with an impressive range of exclusive cars. At the moment, more than 40 dream cars have been announced, spread across the various Palaces.
A completely random selection of confirmed dream cars: Bugatti Tourbillon and Bolide, Rimac Nevera R, Bentley Continental GT, Mercedes-Maybach SL 680, McLaren P15 Senna (pictured above), Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale and the brand new BMW M5. Even the most demanding car enthusiasts will immediately start dreaming with such an offer of exclusive cars!
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
• Opening hours – Public salon days: from Saturday 11 to Sunday 19 January 2025
– Opening hours: from 10am to 00pm
– Nocturnes until 22pm: on Monday 00 and Friday 13 January 17
– Press day: Friday 10 January 2025, from 8:00 am to 18:00 pm
– Official inauguration: Friday, January 10, 2025 (time to be confirmed)
– Preview & Opening Night: Friday January 10, 2025, from 18:00 PM to 23:00 PM
• Palaces used: Patio, Palace 5, Palace 6, Palace 7, Palace 9, Palace 11 (56.000 m² in total)
• Entrance fees: Adult (from 16 years) 15 euros, Child 10 – 15 years: 10 euros, Child 0 – 9 years: free
Parking ticket Parking C (Brussels Expo rate) 12 euros
Admission on Tue 14/01 – Wed 15/01 – Thu 16/01: 7,5 euros (special offer, only available through the Carrefour store network from 23/12/2024)
Preview & Opening Night 60 euro (incl. parking)
Online ticket sales: www.autosalon.be Ticket sales on site: cashless only (Bancontact, Payconiq, etc.) • Public entrance: – Via Parking C: visit by car, 10.000 parking spaces – Via Palace 5: visit by public transport (tram line 7 and metro line 6, stop Heizel)
Photos: Volkswagen, Febiac, shotbyBavo, Switn, McLaren Cars
