DETROIT, Jan. 19 /PRNewswire/ -- The North American International Auto
Show (NAIAS) today announced that 808,833 people attended the show this year,
making it the second highest attendance in show history.
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Other NAIAS records include $7 million raised at the Charity Preview and
an unprecedented attendance of 29,500 for Industry Preview Days.
"The North American International Auto Show is a world-class event that
positively impacts local exhibit companies, show attendees, charities,
businesses, and our residents every year," said Chuck Fortinberry, NAIAS
senior co-chairman. "This year, the more than 79 vehicle introductions set the
pace for the industry for the year and kicks off what we expect to be a banner
sales year."
Show visitors saw more than 700 vehicles, including more than 55 worldwide
introductions. The NAIAS 2004 Committee attributed strong attendance to the
world-class vehicles on display at this year's show, Detroiters' passion for
automobiles and a variety of family-friendly events.
About the North American International Auto Show
Celebrating its 16th year as an international event, the North American
International Auto Show (NAIAS) is considered 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 the 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 http://www.naias.com.
SOURCE North American International Auto Show
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CONTACT:
Elizabeth Weigandt of John Bailey &
Associates, (office) +1-248-362-4200, (mobile), +1-248-895-8907,
for NAIAS
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