2008 North American International Auto Show Final Weekend Features Celebrity Appearances; Amazing Attractions; Prizes, and Fun for the Entire Family Saturday
January 26, 2008
As the close of the final weekend of the 2008 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) draws near, show organizers are encouraging attendees to show up early, wear comfortable shoes and be ready to experience the show’s celebrity appearances, interactive attractions and giveaways.
Detroit Piston Richard “Rip” Hamilton will appear TODAY from 2-4 p.m. and Sunday the Shock’s Katie Feenstra will be signing autographs from 2-4 p.m.; both will take place in Michigan Hall. Read more
NAIAS: CADILLAC CTS MODELS SWEEP 2008 EYESON DESIGN AWARDS AT NAIAS AS BMW X6 AND CHRYSLER ECOVOYAGER TAKE TRUCK HONORS
January 23, 2008
Two Cadillac CTS models – the 2009 Cadillac CTS and the CTS Concept Coupe – swept the production and concept car categories at the 2008 EyesOn Design Awards at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), as the new BMW X6 and the Chrysler ecoVoyager took respective production and concept truck honors. Read more
2008 NORTH AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW WELCOMES 15,000 GUESTS, RAISES $6 MILLION FOR CHILDREN’S CHARITIES
January 23, 2008
Barenaked Ladies performance added fun, humor and glitz to sell-out black-tie gala. The 2008 North American International Auto Show’s (NAIAS) annual black-tie Charity Preview on Friday, Jan. 18, 2008 at Cobo Center welcomed a sell-out crowd of 15,000 guests and raised $6 million for children’s charities. More…Charity Preview also featured an acoustic preview performance by the legendary pop-rock band Barenaked Ladies at the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and an hour and 15 minute show at 9 p.m. in Cobo Arena. Read more
2008 NORTH AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW ANNOUNCES WINNERS OF THE ANNUAL POSTER CONTEST
January 23, 2008
DETROIT, January 19, 2008 – The 2008 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) Poster Contest was once again a rousing success. A total of 617 Michigan high school students submitted entries to this year’s contest making the judge’s decision extremely difficult. The NAIAS congratulates all of the participants for their hard work. Read more
2008 NORTH AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW ANNOUNCES WINNERS OF THE ANNUAL POSTER CONTEST
January 19, 2008
DETROIT, January 19, 2008 – The 2008 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) Poster Contest was once again a rousing success. A total of 617 Michigan high school students submitted entries to this year’s contest making the judge’s decision extremely difficult. The NAIAS congratulates all of the participants for their hard work. Read more
Cadillac CTS Models Sweep 2008 EyesOn Design Awards at NAIAS as BMW X6 and Chrysler ecoVoyager Take Truck Honors
January 18, 2008
Two Cadillac CTS models — the 2009 Cadillac CTS-V and the CTS Concept Coupe — swept the production and concept car categories at the 2008 EyesOn Design Awards at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), as the new BMW X6 and the Chrysler ecoVoyager took respective production and concept truck honors. Read more
Johnson Controls Develops Innovative Seating Solutions for the All-New 2009 Dodge Journey Crossover Vehicle
January 15, 2008
Company’s products help to deliver versatility, enhanced storage and rear-seat accessibility Read more
2008 NORTH AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW ECONOMIC IMPACT PROJECTED AT APPROXIMATELY $500 MILLION
December 12, 2007
The economic impact of the 2008 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) is projected to reach approximately $500 million, said David Sowerby, C.F.A., portfolio manager and chief market analyst at Loomis Sayles & Co.The NAIAS is consistently a major contributor to business activity in Detroit due to the
amount of time spent on its extensive set-up and execution from late October to early ebruary,” said Sowerby. Read more
North American International Auto Show Annouces Plans and Attractions for 2008
November 13, 2007
DETROIT, Nov. 13, 2007 – In less than 70 days, the 2008 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) will open its doors to more than 6,000 media from across the globe on Sun., Jan. 13, 2008 at Cobo Center. Recognized as a premier automotive showcase, the NAIAS will celebrate its 20th year as an international event and will feature world-class vehicle unveilings from the industry’s top automakers, unprecedented media coverage, distinctive exhibits and several special events incorporating automotive design, technology and education. “NAIAS 2008 is coming together fast. Read more










