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Petersen Automotive Museum Debuts Four Diverse New Exhibits This Summer
The Petersen Automotive Museum has unveiled four new exhibits, marking the largest simultaneous launch in its 30-year history. These exhibits showcase a range of automotive innovations, from historical concept vehicles to rare hypercars and futuristic prototypes.
Supported by BMW and Clarios, "Alternating Currents" explores the journey of electric vehicles from the late 1800s to present-day advancements. The exhibit features notable vehicles such as the 1896 Riker electric roadster, 1928 Auto Red Bug electric roadster, and 2021 Lanark DS Roadster. Visitors can also see the Clarios x OPTIMA Batteries Rivian R1T and OPTIMA Power Station outside the museum.
Clarios, a leading manufacturer of low-voltage batteries, powers one in three vehicles globally. The Rivian R1T has been part of significant EV adventures, including OPTIMA Unplugged powered by Clarios through Johnson Valley's challenging terrain and scaling Pikes Peak.
"Modern Concepts" highlights remarkable concept cars produced since the museum's opening in 1994. Featured vehicles include the 1995 Ford GT90, 1999 Ford 021C, and 2008 Honda FC Sport. These cars represent innovative designs and technological advancements from recent decades.
High-Performance Vehicles: Super/Hyper
The "Super/Hyper" exhibit showcases iconic supercars and hypercars known for their speed, power, and audacity. Notable models on display include a 2020 Bugatti Divo, 2022 Apollo Intensa Emozione, and 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR. This rotating display highlights some of the most impressive automotive achievements from the 1960s to today.
Autonomous Driving: Driven by Possibility
"Driven by Possibility" focuses on Waymo's advancements in autonomous driving technology. The exhibit includes Waymo’s Firefly prototype, which was the first autonomous vehicle to pilot a passenger without an accompanying driver. Other featured items are a prototype version of Waymo’s next-generation Zeekr platform and the Terregator mobile robot built by Carnegie Mellon University Robotics Institute in 1984.
Petersen Automotive Museum Executive Director Terry L. Karges stated, "In the museum’s 30-year history, we have never opened this many exhibits at once, and this collection showcases the depth and breadth of the automotive landscape."
The Petersen Automotive Museum is located at 6060 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles. Admission prices are $21 for adults, $19 for seniors (62+), $13 for youth (12-17), and $12 for children ages 4 to 11. Active military with ID, personal care attendants, and children under age four are admitted free. The museum operates daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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