DETROIT, Jan. 9 /PRNewswire/ -- The first of three Press Days during the 2006 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) opened to journalists from around the world as automotive manufacturers unveiled an array of new production and concept vehicles at the nation's premier auto show at Cobo Center.
"We're off to a great start," said NAIAS 2006 senior co-chairman, Richard Genthe. "We're expecting the next two days to yield even more exciting products and technologies that showcase the resilience and innovation of the auto industry while confirming that the NAIAS continues to be one of the world's top automotive events."
The following vehicles were introduced today:Worldwide Production
- 2007 Ford Edge
- 2007 Ford Shelby GT500 Coupe and Convertible
- 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Adrenalin
- 2007 Lexus LS 460
- 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV
- 2007 Saturn Vue Green Line Hybrid
- 2007 Cadillac Escalade ESV, EXT
- 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid
- 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class
- 2007 Honda Fit
- 2007 Mazda CX-7
- Ford Reflex
- Ford F-250 Super Chief
- Infiniti Coupe Concept
- Hyundai HCD9 Talus
- Dodge Challenger Concept
- Chrysler Imperial
- Buick Enclave
- Mercedes-Benz Vision GL 320 BLUETEC
- Audi Sportjet
- Mazda Kabura
Press Preview Days will be held Sunday, Jan. 8, through Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2006. Industry Preview Days will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 11 and Thursday, Jan. 12, 2006. The Charity Preview will be held Friday evening, Jan. 13, 2006. The public is encouraged to call 888-838-7500 to be placed on a wait list for tickets to the 2006 Charity Preview. Public Days are Saturday, Jan. 14, through Sunday, Jan. 22, 2006.
The North American International Auto Show
Rod Alberts - Executive Director
Entering its 18th year as an international event, the North American International Auto Show is among the most prestigious auto shows in the world, and is one of the largest media events in North America. The NAIAS is the only auto show in the United States to earn an annual distinguished sanction of the Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d'Automobiles, the Paris- based alliance of automotive trade associations and manufacturers from around the world. The NAIAS Web site can be accessed at www.naias.com . Don't Miss It for the World!
