New York International Auto Show - 2026

This was my second time attending the NY International Auto show. I planned to go on a weekday this year, after visiting during one of the weekends last time, and finding that it was a bit too crowded to really experience most of what the show had to offer. I planned for the Tuesday of the second week this time around, and was able to cover a lot more.

My first stop was the Jeep Experience, taking place in the outdoor area right in front of the Javit's Center, in full view of the busy Manhattan traffic. Skilled drivers take attendees on a lap around the testing track, showcasing the off-road capabilities of the newest Jeep models.

I've only ever been four-wheeling in like old ass YJ's and square body f-150's, so this was honestly astonishing to witness firsthand. Brand Rep* (FACTS ABOUT TEST TRACK)

All of the Jeeps on the course were decked out in "America 250" graphics and red, white, and blue paint schemes to celebrate America's semi-quincentennial.

We moved on to the Toyota "Test Ride" course after this, stationed just a bit further down the entrance area outside. They were offering ride-a-longs in all of the newest Toyota models. The longest line was for the 2026 Toyota GR86. (STATS)

The course starts with lining up for a 0-60 launch (stats) that leads to a small slalom and some road bumps to test the suspension before returning. Brand Rep*

Now, here we are talking about EV's... I probably wouldn't have even brought them up, if there wasn't a whole test track downstairs devoted to them. They're just not for me. I understand the allure of instant acceleration, a lessoned impact on the environment, etc. but it is very difficult for me to get excited for an EV/hybrid. I know that "The Future is now, old man", but that's just how I feel. Synthetic engine noises, worrying about range and finding chargers, just the thought of a Prius; all of these things are no bueno.

That being said, I saw this 615 HP Cadillac Lyriq-V ripping it through the track and thought, "I mean sure, I guess I'll go for a ride..."

We saddled up to the Cadillac tent and stood in a short line for the Lyriq-V ride-a-long.

Brand Rep* After our lap was done, we had the option to line up again and take as many other EV ride-alongs with other makes/models as we wanted, but we decided to finish checking out the enthusiast vehicles on display in the lower level. Starting with some older BMW's...

Not sure of the manufacturer of this motorcycle, but is it safe to say it's Japanese?

A pair of Veilside NSX's, including Han's from Toyko Drift...

Han was played by Sung Kang, who was in the building the day before promoting his new movie with a Toyota AE86 hero car.

The main show floor was the next stop, with Hyundai being the first manufacture we happened to visit. The most eye catching display was this Boulder concept vehicle, first unveiled at this year's show.

and then some more bullshit, probably about like fords

dodges, whatever. what's next?

fuckin' gorgeous... i think the s3 is next?

and now for....

can't be too mad about that color scheme

vdubs son...

and now...

and then...

and then...

but wait...

opulance: you. own. everything.

man, "chevrolet"

some fords, huh...

Well that's pretty much it. So what did we learn? Go on a weekday, instead of on the weekend, and get there early. Wow, groundbreaking advice. Any other pointers? How about this: You're gonna overpay for parking, and pretty much everything else while you're there. So make sure to try to find some discount codes for tickets online by googling it or something. Try stuff like "HOMERUN15" or "SAVE20", you never know what might trick these fucking computers into making our life just slightly less awful.

See you next year!