Geneva International Motor Show (GIMS) in 2025 in Geneva, Switzerland
- Feb 17, 2025 - Feb 23, 2025
- Route François-Peyrot 30, 1218 Le Grand-Saconnex, Switzerland
About event
Geneva International Motor Show (GIMS Geneva Motor Show) is an international automobile exhibition and showroom in Geneva, Switzerland. The exhibition has been held annually since 1924.
The Geneva International Motor Show is one of Europe’s leading automobile exhibitions, where the international automotive industry showcases its most innovative and glamorous side every year. Car manufacturers worldwide and suppliers, dealers, and others present their product ranges, including numerous world and European premieres. Press conferences from manufacturers will complement the exhibition, the participation of many celebrities, and numerous side events.
World leaders will traditionally attend the Geneva Motor Show in the automotive industry, including Audi, BMW, Fiat, Ford, Hyundai, Infiniti, Jaguar, Kia, Lamborghini, Mazda, Mersedes-Benz, Alfa Romeo, Porsche, Skoda, Volkswagen, Volvo.
Main thematic sections of the Geneva Motor Show:
- Cars
- Sports cars
- Racing cars
- Car bodies
- Tuning
- Automotive parts
- Car Accessories
- Workshop equipment
- Accessories
- Equipment suppliers
- Electric vehicles
- Alternative nutrition
- Design
- Engineering
- Maintenance and repair.
The History of the Geneva Motor Show
The Geneva International Motor Show, known as the Salon International de l’Auto, is one of the world’s largest motor shows. It has a long and storied history, dating to its inception in the early 20th century.
The Geneva Motor Show was first held in 1905. Unlike many other major auto shows, typically held in industrial or financial capitals, Geneva was chosen for its neutral location in Switzerland, which appealed to a broad international audience.
The show grew in importance throughout the 1920s and 1930s, unveiling many new car models and automotive technologies. Like many events, however, it was interrupted by the Second World War. After the war, the Geneva Motor Show became an essential platform for European automakers to showcase their recovery and the latest automotive innovations.
In the 1950s and 1960s, the Geneva Motor Show was a stage for the rapid evolution of the automotive industry. Iconic models and groundbreaking technologies were often unveiled here, reflecting the prosperity and technological optimism of the era.
Beginning in the 1970s, the Geneva Motor Show expanded, attracting a more global roster of exhibitors. It became known for a mix of luxury cars, concept cars, and, increasingly in later years, green and electric vehicles.
In the 21st century, the Geneva Motor Show faced new challenges. Changes in the automotive industry, such as the rise of digital and virtual presentations and environmental concerns, have influenced the show’s format and content. The COVID-19 pandemic led to the show’s cancellation in 2020 and 2021, marking a significant interruption in its history.
Despite these challenges, the Geneva Motor Show remains an important event in the automotive calendar. It is where industry leaders gather to discuss future trends such as electrification, autonomous driving, and sustainable mobility.
Thus, the Geneva Motor Show is a testament to the evolution of the automotive industry, reflecting both its history and its future directions.
Reliable Exhibition Stand Builder at Geneva International Motor Show (GIMS)
ESBAU is not the event organizer. We are exhibition booth builders at events. For any information regarding the dates, location and conditions of participation in the event, please check the official website of the exhibition.
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The event falls under the following categories:
Cars & Motorcycles events - Exhibition Center Palexpo
- Organizer Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs dAutomobiles OICA
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Periodicity
Annually