Highlights: Chicago Auto Show 2013

The 2013 Chicago Auto Show is now officially over. This year's exhibition ran from February 9th - 18th at McCormick Place, with media preview days on the 7th and 8th.

The show was filled with thousands of daily attendees, special shows (including Technori Pitch, Women Driving Excellence and Family Day). Plus, attendees got to interact with Chicago celebrities including members of the Chicago Bears, Chicago Blackhawks, Radio Disney, and the cast of  I Love Lucy Live On Stage (currently playing at Broadway Playhouse - Water Tower Place ).  Mayor Rahm Emanuel even payed a visit to the show - checking out a few of the rides for himself!

All-in-all, the CAS2013 was a hit and raised an astounding $2.2 million dollars for eighteen charities through their fantastic First Look for Charity on February 9th.

Below are highlights from this year's event.  Thanks to all the automobile manufacturers and dealers who keep us moving!

Opening Day Ribbon Cutting

First Look For Charity

Cast of "I Love Lucy"

Lincoln Lounge

First Look Lovely Ladies

First Look Crowd Scene

Lexus/GMC

First Look Guests Checking Out A Cool Ride

"Dude, Rode Trip!"

Chicago Wolves' Mascot "Skates" w/the Ladies

Chicago Bear Charles "Peanut" Tillman signing w/fans

Women Driving Excellence Panelists

Baby Girls Getting "Fast and Furious"

'Da Mayor' Checking It All Out!

Photo credits: Chicago Auto Show