DETROIT, Dec. 17 /PRNewswire/ -- The North American International Auto
Show (NAIAS) is proud to once again partner with NBC Sports to develop the
"International Auto Show" special. The one-hour show will air on Sunday,
Jan. 20, 2008 from 3 to 4 p.m. EST. This will be the fourth year that NBC
Sports has hosted the "International Auto Show" special featuring the
finest production and concept vehicles from NAIAS 2008 with a focus on
automotive design.
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"We're thrilled about our renewed relationship with NAIAS and look
forward to many more years of showcasing North America's greatest
international auto show," said Jon Miller, Executive Vice President of NBC
Sports. "We have some great plans in-store for this NBC Sports special that
will no doubt offer our viewers a great peek at the best auto industry
trends and the over-the-top concept cars that continue to expand our
imagination."
James Shiftan will produce the "International Auto Show" on NBC with
Sam Flood as Coordinating Producer. David Neal will serve as the Executive
Producer.
NBC's Bill Weber will host the "International Auto Show" special on
NBC, along with reporter, Marty Snider. The broadcast will include a sneak
preview of some of the hottest cars on the market with special appearances
by some of the biggest names in NASCAR and NBC Entertainment.
This special program, which will air nationally, provides millions of
potential car buyers with an up-close and personal look at some of the
world's most fascinating vehicles. WDIV-TV Local 4, the official local
broadcast partner for the NAIAS, and the NBC affiliate in Detroit, will air
the show locally. The show will feature highlights from the 2008 NAIAS
Press Preview and also include footage from Industry Preview.
"Cars are an extension of our personalities, imagination and personal
experiences," noted Carl Galeana, NAIAS 2008 Co-chairman. "And, that's why
a national TV program illustrating the best in the auto industry will be
entertaining for all ages."
For more information including special surprise guests, activities and
other events associated with the NAIAS, please visit the official NAIAS Web
site at http://www.naias.com.
NAIAS 2008 Official Dates
Press Preview will be held Sunday, Jan. 13 through Tuesday, Jan. 15.
Industry Preview will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 16 and Thursday, Jan. 17.
The annual black-tie Charity Preview will be held Friday evening, Jan. 18.
Public Days will be held Saturday, Jan. 19 through Sunday, Jan. 27.
Automotive Education Day will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 23. Racing Day
will be held on Friday, Jan. 25.
The North American International Auto Show
Rod Alberts - Executive Director
Entering its 20th 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 http://www.naias.com. Don't Miss It for the World!
SOURCE The North American International Auto Show
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