11 February 2009: 2009 GEM e2, manufactured by GEM and powered by a 72 volt Shunt GE motor.  This vehicle is part of the green movement to find alternative fuels for vehicles and it runs solely on electricity provided by batteries. This unit is designed to carry 2 people and cargo. The Chicago Auto Show is a charity event of the Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA) and is held annually at McCormick Place in Chicago Illinois.