DETROIT, Dec. 27 /PRNewswire/ -- The NAIAS 2008 Racing Day, presented
by Sprint, will arrive at the auto show on Friday, Jan. 25 with NASCAR
Sprint Cup Series Driver Greg Biffle, IndyCar Series Drivers Marco Andretti
and Tony Kanaan and American Le Mans Series Driver Bryan Herta. Now in its
third year, NAIAS Racing Day offers horsepower-driven celebrity appearances
and exciting on-site activities for race fans of all ages.
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Drivers confirmed for autograph signings during NAIAS Racing Day are:
-- American Le Mans Series Driver Bryan Herta
Jan. 25 - Michigan Hall
-- IndyCar Series Drivers Marco Andretti and Tony Kanaan
Jan. 25 - Michigan Hall
-- NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Driver Greg Biffle
Jan. 25 - Sprint Booth (located on Cobo Concourse)
"Racing Day is always a highlight of the NAIAS, and with drivers like
these, 2008 will be a banner year for all motorsports fans," said Carl
Galeana, senior co-chairman for the NAIAS 2008. "With so many racing
enthusiasts in Michigan, surrounding states and Canada, we're excited to
have driver appearances, driving simulators and other fantastic activities.
Many more plans are coming together for NAIAS Racing Day, so we encourage
fans to keep an eye out for more announcements in the coming weeks."
As the presenting sponsor, Sprint brings more unprecedented excitement
to NAIAS 2008 Racing Day with a special interactive display that showcases
four 3/4-scale racing simulators. Auto racing enthusiasts will get the
chance to experience the feeling of a real-life race in the NASCAR Sprint
Cup Series when they climb behind the wheel for a simulated race to the
finish line. Attendees can also expect to walk away with NASCAR Sprint Cup
Series and Sprint branded giveaways.
"The North American International Auto Show is a great opportunity for
Sprint to share its love of racing with Metro Detroit and race fans across
the country," said Kim Green-Kerr, area vice president - Michigan &
Northwest Ohio, Sprint. "This event is an amazing opportunity for race fans
throughout Southeastern Michigan to get an up close and personal experience
with some of racing's best drivers."
Other NAIAS 2008 Racing Day attractions will include show and classic
race cars on the NAIAS show floor and Cobo concourse provided by the
American Le Mans Series, the Detroit Belle Isle Grand Prix, the IndyCar
Series, and other participating automotive manufacturers. One attraction
will include the No. 29 Shell sponsored Chevrolet Impala SS racecar driven
by Daytona 500 2007 Winner Kevin Harvick, on display at the Shell booth
located on the Cobo concourse during NAIAS 2008 Racing Day.
For parking information or to purchase tickets for NAIAS Racing Day
visit 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.
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 naias.com . Don't Miss It for the World!
SOURCE North American International Auto Show
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