The latest edition of Indian Auto Expo is just around the corner and it’s going to be more exciting than the previous one. Organized by the SIAM (Society Of Indian Automobile Manufacturers) the Expo 2016 will take place from 5th February – 9th February at the Indian Exposition Mart Ltd. (IEML), Greater Noida.
The total floor space has been increased from the previous time by 37,240 sq. m. that includes the addition of six new halls to accommodate the crowd easily. The Auto Expo 2016 is expected to see an increase in visitors with SIAM calculating a 20% rise compared to the previous edition. The number of exhibitors for the event has also risen to over 65 exhibitors from last year’s count of 55, exhibiting their new products.
PARTICIPATORS
The automotive brands participating the 2016 Expo: Ashok Leyland, Audi, BMW, Datsun, Fiat, Ford, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Isuzu, Jaguar Land Rover, Mahindra and Mahindra, Maruti Suzuki, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, Renault, Scania Commercial Vehicles, SML Isuzu, Tata Motors, Toyota Kirloskar Motors, VE Commercial Vehicles, Volkswagen and more. From the two- wheeler industry, the major brands to be present include Hero MotoCorp, Yamaha, Mahindra 2-Wheelers, Piaggio, Suzuki Motorcycles, Triumph Motorcycles, TVS Motor Company and more. There will also be new entrants such as Abarth, BMW Motorrad, Jeep, DSK Benelli, Indian Motorcycles and many more.
Harley-Davidson, Bajaj, Volvo are not participating this time and will be missed by the enthusiasts.
The Auto Expo 2016 will also be including the display of high end bicycles, tyre tubes, oil companies, Automotive Design and Technology, Engineering and IT for automobile companies, institutions, universities, auto insurance companies and media and auto portals / magazines. Also, some classic cars and various activities such as the driving simulator for viewers will find their way through special pavilions.
TICKETS & TIMINGS
Tickets can easily be booked over the official website of Auto Expo at www.autoexpo-themotorshow.in and also at www.bookmyshow.com. The tickets are priced at Rs 300 for general public hours during weekdays (1pm – 6pm), and Rs 400 for weekends (10am – 7pm). For visiting during business hours on weekdays (10am – 1pm), tickets cost Rs 650. However, business hours ticket holders will also be able to enter the venue during public hours, until 6pm.
ENTRY
Venue could be easily accessed through six entry gates with shuttle bus services to make it hectic free to reach the various venues. A total of 160 DTC buses have been deployed to do so from the nearest Metro Stations.
SERVICES
Food Court has been enlarged with a 1,000 sq. m. of area to make is more hassle free to access for the visitors. The food court will hold 60 food stalls, 20 kiosks and multiple food trucks offering an assortment of cuisine from international brands and prominent local restaurants and outlets. Two restaurants run by the Taj and Radisson Hotels have also been arranged for at the venue.