Performance Zone


Discover 40+ modified cars, motorcycles and trucks! The showcase and ambiance on level 7 of the show will rock you...Also, get on board of racing simulators to experience a real car race. Emotions and sensations to go!

2012 Montreal International Auto Show - unveilings

41 Canadian and Regional unveilings
2 North American unveilings
3 special presentations

Click here to view the Show unveilings

Les Légendes de la route




Premiering at the 2012 show, this new attraction will tell the story of legendary cars and their evolution over time across eight vehicle models showcased at level 5. These unique cars are part of the television series Les légendes de la route, which will be broadcast on Historia channel in January 2012.


Discover these rare automotive jewels, and enjoy viewing the first two episodes of the TV series on-site.

Made-to-Measure Parking


Play the Made-to-Measure Parking game for a chance to win an iPad!*


Desjardins General Insurance is proud to sponsor the Montreal International Auto Show. Visit our booth on the 5th floor of the Montreal Convention Centre.


You can test your driving skills with the Made-to-Measure Parking game. Park the most cars in the time limit–with the fewest collisions–and you could win an iPad*.


So hit the road and come play!

* iPad is a registered trademark of Apple Inc. Apple Inc. is not affiliated with Desjardins General Insurance.Desjardins General Insurance refers to Desjardins General Insurance Inc.

Other activities

CAA-Quebec will be present at the Montreal International Auto Show and will use this window to invite the public to see the inherent dangers of texting at the wheel on its driving simulator.In addition, the Bureau de l'efficacité et de l'innovation énergétiques will allow the public to tame fuel-efficient driving through another CAA-Quebec driving simulator dedicated to this purpose. The event is open o all valid drivers’ license holders.

Daycare Centre


Located on level 2, the Kia Childcare Centre is at your service. Children and parents will be delighted! The childcare centre is equipped to entertain toddlers 3 to 10 years while parents can visit the show at their own pace! Parents with babies will have a dedicated family room.

MIAS Blood donor Clinic

This year, the traditional MIAS blood donor clinic, organized in conjunction with Héma-Québec and CTV Montreal, will be held at the Complexe Desjardins from Monday, January 16 to Friday, January 20, 2012. Once again, we are counting on the renowned generosity of all Montreal residents to keep this wonderful tradition alive and strong.

2012 Blood drive schedule:

- Monday to Wednesday: 9 am to 5 pm
- Thursday to Friday: 9 am to 8 pm
- Thursday, January 19 (CTV Montreal celebrities in attendance): 9 am to 8 pm

Pink Days

January 16, 17 and 18, 2012 have been designated “Pink Days” in support of breast cancer research. During these three (3) days, the MIAS will donate $2 to the Quebec Breast Cancer Foundation for every ticket sold to a visitor wearing either a pink garment or pink accessory. The MIAS is proud to contribute to such a worthy cause. Don’t forget to wear pink!