Ride & Drives
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Here is your chance to drive and evaluate the latest models from major car manufacture at The Houston Auto Show. It’s a no-pressure, no-hassle opportunity. And there’s no additional charge!
Click on the Article Index (on the right) or on the Manufacturer's Logo (below) to see Ride & Drives information for each car manufacturer.
General Consumer Requirements
- Drivers must produce a valid driver’s license and be at least 21-years-old
- Passengers must be at least 8-years-old
- All adults must provide follow-up information about themselves
- All drivers and passengers must complete a Waiver of Liability
- Drivers must pass a Breathalyzer Test
"The Standard of the World"
An opportunity for consumers to ride & drive select Cadillac vehicles at auto shows
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Friday (1/25) : 11.30 am - 5 pm*
Satuday (1/26) : 10 am - 5 pm*
Sunday (1/27) : 10 am - 5 pm*
( * Registration closes 30-60 minutes before end of event to ensure all who register an drive.)
- Registration and drive staging will take place at the convention center on event days. See a Cadillac Product Specialist on-site for final location.
- Drivers must produce a valid driver’s license and be at least 18-years-old.
- Passengers must be at least 8-years-old.
- Adults must provide follow-up information about themselves.
- Drivers and passengers must complete a Waiver of Liability.
- Drivers must pass a Breathalyzer test
- Free of charge
- Street Drive – on streets surrounding the convention center
- Consumers may drive as many vehicles as they wish
"The Chrysler Drive"
The Chrysler Drive is your chance to drive and evaluate the latest models from Chrysler, Jeep®, Dodge, Ram and FIAT at The Houston Auto Show. It’s a no-pressure, no-hassle opportunity. And there’s no additional charge!
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Friday (1/25) : 11:30 am - 6 pm
Saturday (1/26) : 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday (1/27) : 10 am - 6 pm
Vehicles and hours of operation are subject to change without notice. Registration closes 30-60 minutes prior to close of drive hours listed above. R&D opens 30 minutes before the show on Friday. Chrysler Group LLC reserves the right to refuse participation in this event to individuals at any time for any reason. Please drive safely. Chrysler, Jeep®, Dodge and Ram are registered trademarks of Chrysler Group LLC. FIAT is a registered trademark of Fiat Group Marketing & Corporate Communications SpA, used under license by Chrysler Group LLC.
Drive as many of the vehicles below as you want :- Chrysler 200 Dodge Challenger
- Chrysler 300 Dodge Charger
- Chrysler Town & Country Dodge Dart
- Jeep® Compass Dodge Durango
- Jeep® Wrangler Unlimited Ram 1500
- FIAT 500
Drivers must be 18 years or older; present a valid driver license; must pass a breathalyzer. Passengers must be 8 years or older. All must sign a waiver of liability.
"Ford Ride & Drive"
Friday (1/25) : 12 pm - 6 pm
Saturday (1/26) : 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday (1/27) : 10 am - 6 pm
Vehicles :
- Fusion
- Focus
- Mustang
- Edge
- Escape
- Explorer
- F-150
"The Drive"
An opportunity for consumers to ride & drive select Chevy, Buick and GMC vehicles at Houston Auto Show
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Friday (1/25) : 11:30 am - 5 pm*
Saturday (1/26) : 10 am - 5 pm*
Sunday (1/27) : 10 am - 5 pm*
( * Registration closes 30-60 minutes before end of event to ensure all who register can drive. )
List of Vehicles Participating :
- Chevrolet : Camaro, Cruze, Malibu, Equinox, Traverse, Silverado, Volt, Sonic, and Spark
- Buick : Regal, Enclave, Verano
- GMC : Terrain, Acadia, Sierra
- GM Ride & Drive Vehicles (subject to change)
- Registration and drive staging will take place at the Reliant Center on event days. See a Chevy, Buick or GMC Product Specialist on-site for final location.
- Drivers must produce a valid driver’s license and be at least 18-years-old.
- Passengers must be at least 8-years-old.
- All adults must provide follow-up information about themselves.
- All drivers and passengers must complete a Waiver of Liability.
- Drivers must pass a Breathalyzer Test.
- Must drive at least 1 other vehicle before driving the Camaro and the Volt
- Free of charge
- Brief street drive (5- to 7-minutes) around convention center
- Consumers may drive as many vehicles as they wish
"It Starts with You"
The 2013 Accord “It Starts with You” Test Drive Event – Auto show attendees will have a chance to sit behind the wheel and see how the all new 2013 Honda Accord excels in all areas particularly in the key areas of styling, fun-to-drive, fuel efficiency, technology and safety.
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Friday (1/25) : 12 pm - 6 pm
Saturday (1/26) : 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday (1/27) : 10 am - 6 pm
"Experience Hyundai Ride & Drive"
Friday (1/25) : 12 pm - 6 pm
Saturday (1/26) : 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday (1/27) : 10 am - 6 pm
Vehicles
- Equus
- Genesis
- Genesis Coupe
- Azera
- Veloster Turbo
- Santa Fe
- Sonata
- Sonata Hybrid
- Tucson
"Experience the Next Level"
Wednesday (1/23) : 12 pm - 8 pm
Thursday (1/24) : 12 pm - 8 pm
Friday (1/25) : 12 pm - 8 pm
Saturday (1/26) : 10 am - 7 pm
Sunday (1/27) : 10 am - 7 pm
- Optima Limited
- Optima Hybrid
- Sorento SX
- Soul
Event Location: North Fannin Parking Lot 12
"Ride & Drive Experience"
Friday (1/25) : 12 pm - 7 pm
Saturday (1/26) : 12 pm - 7 pm
Sunday (1/27) : 12 pm - 7 pm
- 2013 Mazda3 SKYACTIV Sedan & Hatch
- 2013 Mazda3 Speed
- 2013 CX-9
- 2014 CX-5
- 2014 Mazda6
Guests who take a test-drive will receive a free gift, compliments of Mazda.
"Nissan NEXT Innovation Center"
Nissan is inviting you to help celebrate our most innovative year ever. Test drive one of our Nissan models, including the all-new 2013 Nissan Pathfinder®. Come to the Nissan NEXT Innovation Center and test drive our most innovative models ever. Visit www.NISSANNEXT.com to register today!
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Thursday - Friday (1/24 - 1/25) : 12 pm - 9 pm
Satuday (1/26) : 10 am - 9 pm
Sunday (1/27) : 10 am - 7 pm
"What Moves You"
After checking out the entire Scion lineup on the show floor, licensed drivers 21+ years of age can make their way to the Ride and Drive staging area for a free spin in one of several Scions on hand for sampling. Expected test drive availability include the award-winning Scion FR-S sports car, and the fun Scion iQ 4-passenger microcar. While supplies last, drivers will receive an exclusive free dog-tag style Scion USB drive just for participating.
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Friday (1/25) : Noon - 6 pm
Satuday (1/26) : 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday (1/27) : 10 am - 6 pm
"Toyota Drive Center"
Toyota Drive Center invites you to test-drive a new Toyota and benefit one of three esteemed charities: American Red Cross, AMVETS and National Park Foundation. Experience the Radically New Avalon, Camry, Prius c, Prius, Prius v, Tundra, or Venza and Toyota will make a donation to a charity partner* of your choice. You’ll also receive a complimentary gift!
*Drivers must be 18 years or older and present a valid driver’s license. Vehicles subject to change. From 7/9/12–4/7/13, a maximum donation of $150,000 will be donated to all charities.
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Wednesday (1/23) : Noon - 8 pm
Thursday (1/24) : Noon - 8 pm
Friday (1/25) : 10 am - 6 pm
Satuday (1/26) : 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday (1/27) : 10 am - 6 pm
- Avalon
- Camry
- Prius c
- Prius
- Prius v
- Tundra
- Venza
"Why VW Ride & Drive"
It’s not a question. It’s our philosophy behind why we think everyone deserves a better car, and it’s a celebration of the people who love Volkswagen. Share your stories at www.whyvw.com. Talk about your road trips. Keep up on the latest news. And most of all, be part of Volkswagen. Because we’re nothing without you.
Volkswagen will offer an additional $500 Auto Show Bonus Coupon to eligible customers who purchase or lease new, unused MY12 or MY13 Volkswagen.**
** Eligible customers are those that attend the Auto Show and complete a “hand-raiser” form with one of the on-site VW Product Specialists. These customers will receive a $500 Auto Show Bonus Coupon email certificate one day after their Auto Show attendance and the submission of the hand-raiser form. The certificate will contain a unique identifier code as well as an expiration date that is set 60 days afterwards.---
Friday (1/25) : 12 pm - 5 pm*
Saturday (1/26) : 10 am - 5 pm*
Sunday (1/27) : 10 am - 5 pm*
( * Registration closes 30-60 minutes before end of event to ensure all who register can drive. )
- Bettle Turbo
- Eos
- Jetta TDI
- Passat TDI
- Tiguan 4Motion
- CC
- Registration and drive staging will take place at the Reliant Center on event days. See a Volkswagen Product Specialist on-site for final location.
- Drivers must produce a valid driver’s license and be at least 21-years-old.
- Passengers must be at least 8-years-old.
- All adults must provide follow-up information about themselves.
- All drivers and passengers must complete a Waiver of Liability.
- Drivers must pass a Breathalyzer Test.
- Free of charge
- Brief street drive (5- to 7-minutes) around convention center
- Consumers may drive as many vehicles as they wish