OC Auto Show (2023) - Part I

October 23, 2023

Night Import: Photography by William Lee | Words by William Lee


DSC_0272

I'm finally back with an actual car show coverage! There are two car shows that I know of that cater to upcoming/future cars and current/new cars from many car companies that happen in SoCal and it's OC Auto Show and LA Auto Show. I had the opportunity to attend OC Auto Show with my friends this year and let's just say it was a breath of fresh air to see a bunch of cars in one place. They had areas to test-ride certain cars and many small events were held inside the convention center. You can tell this year's event was mostly focused on EV cars, because you know... EVs are the shiet! Jokes aside though, people are choosing EV cars due to environmental issues, but mostly because of rising gas prices and I'm with them on that one. I'm going to separate the coverage into two parts because of the amount of photos I took, so let's get on with part 1. Also, please note that I had a difficult time taking a car photo in whole because of people being around a car almost every second, so please understand.


DSC_0009

Upon entering into the convention center, there were a line of exotic cars on display. The exotic companies, such as Aston Martin, Lamborghini, etc. didn't have a booth inside, so these cars were it. Attend LA Auto Show if any of you guys want to see more of these brands.

DSC_0009

An Aston Martin DB12. I think the last DB series I saw at an auto show was the DB9.

DSC_0009

Here's the Asotn Martin DBX.

DSC_0009

DSC_0009

Who doesn't like a Lambo?

DSC_0009

DSC_0009

DSC_0009

DSC_0009

A set of McClarens before entering the main entrance.

DSC_0009

DSC_0009

The new Toyota Sienna with a bicycle rack and an awesome looking bicycle.

DSC_0009

I believe this was the Toyota Tundra Hybrid.

DSC_0009

The all new all electric BZ4X.

DSC_0009

DSC_0009

One of the cars that I was anticipated to see in person was the all new Prius. I'm looking forward to see a modified one in the near future.

DSC_0009

DSC_0009

Of course, the best selling Toyota Camry.

DSC_0009

Just a front shot of a White Toyota Prius.

DSC_0009

DSC_0009

Front and rear end shot of the GR86. You could think of this car being similar, but not the same, as the FR-S and BRZ.

DSC_0009

Siennas always look good in White.

DSC_0009

DSC_0009

Toyota 4Runners in White and Green?

DSC_0009

DSC_0009

Forgot the model! But it did look good in Red.

DSC_0009

Now to the Honda section. Good to see a Father and Son moment at the right :)

DSC_0009

Andy and Peter checking out the Civic Type R.

DSC_0009

DSC_0009

The Honda section was pretty spacious with many cars on display. Most of them I'm pretty sure we've already seen before.

DSC_0009

DSC_0009

But not this one. This is the Honda Prologue that will be coming out in early 2024. I believe this is the 2nd attempt from Honda with an EV car. The first one was called the Clarity? which wasn't too successful, so hopefully this Prologue becomes a hit. It looked really stylish inside and outside.

DSC_0009

DSC_0009

DSC_0009

Now to the Mazda section. I've seen many new Miatas on the street, but not a Red one. This one was stunning.

DSC_0009

DSC_0009

DSC_0009

DSC_0009

A few more Mazdas here and there. Nothing really caught my eye in this area other than the Miata.

DSC_0009

DSC_0009

You could tell that it was a hit.

DSC_0009

DSC_0009

A few Chevy trucks. I'll get back to the Chevrolet area in Part 2.

DSC_0009

Now to the Lexus area. Here's the Lexus RZ, which is an electric SUV.

DSC_0009

Lexus ES 300h looking good.

DSC_0009

One of the colors I love from Lexus.

DSC_0009

DSC_0009

Lexus LC500 Convertible pricing at almost $107k (-o-)

DSC_0009

Anyone a fan of the RC model?

DSC_0009

DSC_0009

I've always been a fan of the IS series.

DSC_0009

DSC_0009

A few more cars from the Lexus area before I moved on. Part 2 coverage will be up hopefully by next week! See you guys then.

0 Comments:

Post a Comment