CNTR/CTY Presents: The State of Transportation
In this month's CNTR/CTY Cocktails & Conversation, in partnership with the San Antonio Auto & Truck Show, we invite you to a conversation about how San Antonio moves today and how transportation, mobility, and logistics will need to evolve as the city continues to grow.
The event will bring together voices from across the industry to examine the spheres of automotive and transportation, infrastructure, and ideas shaping how people and goods move throughout the city and beyond. The discussion will explore current transportation challenges, investments, the role of technology and innovation, and what San Antonio needs to consider as it plans for continued growth.
And what makes it even better? You'll be on the Show floor of the 2026 San Antonio Auto & Truck Show, so you'll get to see a sneak peek of the Show and its cars, trucks, exotics, super cars, and technology, before the doors open to the public for the weekend event.
Event Details
Date: Thursday, November 5
Time: 4:30 pm-6:30 pm
Location: The Freeman Coliseum, 3201 E Houston St, San Antonio, TX 78219 (Free parking in Lots 1 & 9, directly in front of the hall)
Speakers:
Brendon Wheeler, Alamo Area Metropolitan Planning Organization Executive Director
Kara Hill, Port San Antonio Director of Strategic Projects
Claire Sands, Waymo Public Affairs Manager
Moderator: Cassandra Lazenby, San Antonio Auto & Truck Show Spokesperson
What to Expect:
The event will feature three leading experts in transporation, from air travel to autonomous services, and you'll also get a first look of the floor of the 2026 San Antonio Auto & Truck Show, including the newest makes & models from manufacturers, the hottest cars in the city, exotics, super cars, street cars, and more.
Discussion Topics:
The State of Mobility & Transportation in San Antonio: Examining current transportation trends, challenges, and opportunities across the region.
Moving a Growing City: Exploring how San Antonio’s continued population and economic growth are affecting roads, public transit, air travel, freight, and other transportation systems.
The Future of Mobility: Exploring the role of technology, innovation, and emerging transportation solutions in creating a more connected and accessible city.
Moving People & Business: Looking at how transportation and logistics impact residents, businesses, economic development, and San Antonio’s ability to compete and grow.
Run of Show:
Cocktail reception: 4:30 pm–5:15 pm
Panel discussion: 5:15 pm–6:20 pm
Audience Q&A: 6:20 pm–6:30 pm
Open Floor: 6:45 pm - 8:00 pm (Open Floor and enjoy a First Look at the 2026 San Antonio Auto & Truck Show, learn from product specialists, and take in all the rides)
We look forward to hosting you!
-CNTR/CTY
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