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There Is Only One Motor City

Our love affair with cars runs deep. No matter were we’re from, we all have a story – a favorite ride, a family ride, a dream ride. And that all started here, in Detroit. See the source behind the inspiration at the Detroit Auto Show. There is only one Motor City.

Featured Detroiters

Roy Lopez

Detroit Lions Defensive Tackle

“This truck’s been with me through it all. It’s my first NFL purchase. It’s traveled across the country with me. It’s been there for every new beginning.”

Rick Mahorn

Detroit Pistons Legend & Bad Boy

“Call me Detroit muscle. We’re not going to break down. As much stuff as you throw at Detroit, it always rises above the ashes and says, okay, we’re still here.”

Dr. Rick Ohye

Co-director of C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital Congenital Heart Center

“What makes the Detroit Auto Show special is that it shines a light not only on the automotive industry, but on everything Detroit has accomplished. To have it benefit our patients at Mott at the same time—that’s just incredible.”

Joique Bell

Detroit Business Owner & Former Detroit Lion

“The Detroit Auto Show is one of the biggest events we have here in the city. I think that we are known for that all over the world. People come from near and far just to experience what we do here. I’m honored to be a part of a city that has something like that that the whole world recognizes.”

Jessica Nabongo

Detroit native. World traveler. History maker.

“Detroit has a vibe that’s unmatched. I love waking up to the sunrise over the river. The food scene is world-class. We’ve got festivals, biking trails, green spaces — and the people? They’re amazing. It’s easy here. It’s home.”

Ren Stone

Manager of Advanced Design | STELLANTIS NA

“What I love about Detroit is just how much the love of cars is ingrained in everybody. Whether it’s people who build them, wrench on them, or just live for them—it’s not just a hobby here. It’s a way of life.”

GMAC Cash

Artist and Entertainer

“Cars mean something a little bit different in Detroit. This the Motor City. I am Detroit. Everything I do is Detroit. That’s from my music to everything—my acting, everything I do is Detroit.”

Lauren Mendelson

Car Collector & Enthusiast

“I’ve always liked things that are different, things that don’t feel mainstream. It’s like an art collection—each vehicle has to say something when it’s going down the road.”

Josh Laurent

Car Enthusiast & Influencer

“Out in LA or Miami, car scenes can be divided. Here in Detroit, it’s different. Whether it’s a supercar or a muscle car, everybody pulls up and shows love. That’s the vibe here. That’s what makes it special.”

Shawn Wilson

President & CEO, Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeastern Michigan

“Driving through Detroit, you can’t miss the transformation- it’s everywhere. I’m inspired by the spirit of the people: Their swagger, ability to adapt, innovate, and push forward, no matter the challenges.”

Taylor Decker

Detroit Lions Offensive Tackle #68

“Detroit has become home to me. Our team is making noise; doing things the right way and making the city proud.”

Jalen Rose

“FAB 5” Legend + NBA Star, Founder, Jalen Rose Leadership Academy

“I told my mom I was going to make it to the league and buy her a new car one day. To see her happily driving a jeep of her choice until I lost her in 2021, was everything to me.”

Patricia Mooradian

President of Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation

“The Motor City means ‘Can-Do’. We have a can-do spirit in this city; it’s in our DNA and it’s who we are.”

Nolan Allaer

Motorsports Racing Driver – #11 Indy NXT

“Everywhere you looked was something new, exciting and cool, and you just wanted to stand and admire each one for 30 minutes, but you couldn’t because you’d miss the rest!”

Cristy Lee

Automotive + Moto Enthusiast, TV Personality

“Nothing stops Detroit. There’s something so raw, historical and authentic about Detroit…Growing up, the dream I had was that I loved everything automotive – cars, motorcycles, racing, mechanics. I chased that dream and made it happen.”

Dan Dickerson

Play-by-Play Broadcaster | Detroit Tigers

“I live 40 minutes away from the Tigers’ Stadium, and a lot of people think that’s a long drive. What I love is the silence – Letting my brain drift on the freeway. Thinking about storylines I might want to talk about during the game.”

Jessica Care Moore

Detroit Poet Laureate, Musician, & Filmmaker

“One of my favorite memories – back of my daddy’s ride, top down, cruising up East Jefferson.”

Antonio King

Drumline Director, Detroit Pistons

“The rhythm of the drums that I play is felt in the rhythm of a car on these streets. It’s Detroit style. Laid back, not too much.”

Nelson T. Sanders Jr.

Owner, Dandy Detroit

“Detroit is home. It’s the city that made me who I am today…I don’t have to tell you I’m from Detroit. You can see it when I walk in a room, or when I pull up in my car.”

Stephen McGee

Filmmaker

“Without Detroit, cars wouldn’t be cars, culture wouldn’t be culture, and music wouldn’t be music. My family wouldn’t be what it is without this city.”

David Medina Álvarez

Founder + CEO, LIVAQ

“A few years ago, this company wouldn’t have been possible. This is what makes Detroit different; the collaboration and ingenuity that is flowing through the different founders. Detroit means freedom to create.”

Ann Delisi

Detroit Broadcaster & Music Aficionado

“Detroit is known for its ingenuity. You have to allow yourself to dream, and we’re reminded of the people who invented here that they were big dreamers. They made the impossible, possible. We live that today.”

The Detroit Auto Show Dates: January 14-25, 2026

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