THE third Pudong International Automotive Exhibition will be held at the end of this month, the Commission of Commerce of the Pudong New Area said yesterday, as car dealers rush to lure younger buyers during the National Day holiday.

The five-day show, at the Shanghai New International Expo Center, will kick off on September 29, with a total of 612 models from both foreign and domestic carmakers on display. The organizer expects 500,000 visitors.

"The highlights of the show this year are smart cars and interactive sections," said Lu Qixing, vice director of the commission. "We will focus on showcasing new technology related to connected cars and virtual reality in the display area, providing test drives and interactive games for young visitors."