International Spotlight: Brussels International Motor Show 2012

Brussels International Motor Show is one of the biggest shows in Belgium each year, and also tends to be one of the top motor shows to be held in Europe. Held each year in the Brussels Exhibition Centre, the Brussels International Motor Show is one of the oldest shows of its kind anywhere in the world, with the show now into its 90th year. Visitors to this show can always view the latest car and motorbike models from manufacturers around the world, and the show has a reputation as being the platform for many of these manufacturers to debut their models.

Expect to see the very latest car models ranging from family saloons and small city cars through to expensive sports cars, people carriers and vans. Motorbikes are also a key element of the exhibition and these tend to include everything from scooters up to top of the range race bikes. A particularly exciting aspect of the show is the prototype section of the show which enables visitors an insight into the models that manufacturers are developing, and therefore providing a look at the future of motoring.

The motor show is open to the public for 10 days, with access normally costing just over 10 Euros for adults and half price for children. The opportunity to meet with so many manufacturers in one place should not be missed for any car lover and for anyone looking to buy a new vehicle.

The Brussels Exhibition Expo itself is an excellent venue, perhaps as one would expect in a city which is home to the United Nations. This venue is well served with buses and the local tram service, both serving the Expo Centre. If you are arriving from the International airport, what is an affordable taxi ride will be your easiest option and the quickest way to arrive at the centre.

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