Chinese Autos Lead 2009 North American Intl. Auto Show Chinese Automakers Lead Plans for the 2009 North American International Auto Show As show opening draws near and attention turns to Detroit unveilings to add excitement to global event
DETROIT, Dec. 12, 2008 /PRNewswire/ — The North American International Auto Show will open its doors in less than 30 days and plans continue to build excitement and anticipation for this flagship event in the automotive industry. On Jan 11th global eyes will turn to Detroit as the press days open the show with 44 product unveilings, up from 41 at this date in 2008.
"Detroit will soon be welcoming more than 6,000 national and international media to the 2009 NAIAS," said Joe Serra, co-chair for the 2009 NAIAS. "While the automotive industry is in the midst of an obvious time of adjustment, the interest in the future of cars has only increased. What better place to see the future of automotive then in Detroit."
The public and media will be treated to a number of world debuts of highly anticipated vehicles from exhibitors such as General Motors, Chrysler, Kia, Volkswagen, Audi, Honda and Toyota. As the environmental impact of vehicles increasingly moves to the forefront of buyers' minds, many of the debuts will include vehicles designed with a 'green' mindset including the 2010 Toyota Prius, and 2010 Honda Insight.
Show Updates and Information
The annual Charity Preview gala event is once again scheduled for the Friday prior to public days, January 16 from 6 - 9 p.m. The annual event benefits local charities and has raised more then $77 million since its inception in 1976, with the money raised by ticket sales going to provide medical treatment, clothing and support services for local kids. Tickets for Charity Preview are currently available and can be purchased by calling 888-838-7500, or by visiting www.charitypreview.com.
Showcasing on the main floor of the show for the first time will be Chinese automakers Brilliance Auto (in its first appearance at a North American show) and BYD Auto, signifying the growing interest by both the media and public and the emerging presence of Chinese automakers at NAIAS.
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