Want to see the latest and greatest that the automakers have to offer? Head down to the 2009 Cleveland Auto Show where you can check out all the latest models and ask questions from the industry professionals without the headaches of getting pressured of going to the dealership.

One car that you may want to see first is the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid which has earned rave reviews. The USA Today recently commented that the car that is priced at $28,000 is the best hybrid out there even outdoing the Lexus Hybrid that is priced at well over $100,000.

Tickets start at $12 and this coming Monday is "Family Night" where children 15 and under are admitted in free. If you have a valid College ID that is good for a $3 dollar off coupon. Here are the hours for the 2009 show which runs Saturday until March 8th:

Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sundays, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Monday through Thursday, noon to 10 p.m.; Friday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Here is a promo video from partner SportsTimeOhio where they will be giving daily updates of all the goings on at this years show. The first show will air March 2nd at 8 p.m. Also below is a promo video for the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid which will be the first car that I look at when I attend the show this weekend. For Cleveland Leader's coverage of the show, please check back to see what we have to say about the event.

Here is a complete schedule of events:

Schedule of Events

* Friday, Feb. 27: 20th Annual Auto Show "Kick Off" Breakfast presented by AutoTrader.com featuring Chris Rose, host of Fox Sports' "Best Damn Sports Show." Doors open at 8 a.m. [Invitation only]

* Friday, Feb. 27: The 10th Annual Cleveland Auto Show "Night of Lights" Charity Gala benefiting the Epilepsy Association, Diana Hyland Miracle Fund at University Hospitals Ireland Cancer Center, The Western Reserve Historical Society and The Greater Cleveland Sports Commission. Get a "first look" at the Show before it opens to the public, while helping Auto Show charitable locations. Contact Aliesha Johnson at 440.746.1500 or ajohnson@gcada.org for ticket information.
* Friday, Feb. 27: Harvest for Hunger / Dealership Employee Appreciation Night Dealership employees and their families donate canned food items for Harvest for Hunger. [Invitation only]

* Saturday, Feb. 28: 2009 Cleveland Auto Show presented by AutoTrader.com opens to the public at 11 a.m. PARKING IS FREE.

* Saturday, Feb. 28: Former Cleveland Indian, Joe Charboneau will be in the Ford display signing autographs from 1:00pm to 3:00pm. Meet the Cavs Girls in the Kia display 12 noon - 2pm.

* Sunday, March, 1: 17th Annual Automotive Technology Competition at 1 p.m.

* Monday, March 2: Family Day sponsored by Medical Mutual of Ohio Kids 15 and under get in FREE. Register to win a Family Caribbean Cruise. Families with children receive a four pack of tickets to a Lake Erie Monsters hockey game (while supplies last).
* Monday, March 2: 16th Annual Automotive Career & Education Day [Invitation only]

* Tuesday, March 3: Ohio State University (OSU) Buckeyes' Football Night Meet James Laurinaitis (LB) and Chris "Beanie" Wells (TB) from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. One autograph per person per celebrity. Arrive early, appearance will end promptly at designated time therefore autographs are not guaranteed.
* Wednesday, March 4: NASCAR Night 4:30pm to 6:30pm NASCAR driver, Clint Bowyer will be signing autographs in the Chevrolet display; Daytona 500 winner, Matt Kenseth and NASCAR driver, Colin Braun will be signing autographs in the Ford display; Nascar driver, AJ Allmendinger will be signing autographs in the Dodge display. One autograph per person per celebrity. Arrive early, appearance will end promptly at designated time therefore autographs are not guaranteed.

* Thursday, March 5: First Respondents [invite only]
* Friday, March 6: College Day Student tickets are $9 with college ID. Party with your friends at the "Green Tailgate" display - drinks, food, corn hole and the coolest tailgating cars.
* Saturday, March 7: Classic Car Show Awards Presentation presented by Pennzoil and Spitzer Chevy-Amherst. Awards are presented for ten categories.
* Sunday, March 8: Cavs Day brought to you by your Northeast Ohio Buick/Pontiac/GMC Dealers meet your favorite Cleveland Cavaliers and NBA Stars. Join Cleveland Cavaliers Ben Wallace, Daniel "Boobie" Gibson, Wally Szczerbiak and Delonte West in the GMC display from 2pm to 4pm. And, Mo Williams will be in the AutoTrader.com display from 2pm to 3pm. Meet Coach Mike Brown in the Kia Display 12-1:30pm. Get autographs! One autograph per person per celebrity. Arrive early, appearance will end promptly at designated time therefore autographs are not guaranteed. Sorry, no photography.
* Sunday, March 8: Official Car Giveaway Grand Finale at the I-X Center. At 4:30pm, one lucky winner will win a new 2009 Acura TL.