Every Man's Dream Garage? See for Yourself at AAPEX 2002

October 31, 2002

The "Smart Garage" from Popular Science will make its Las Vegas appearance at the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX), set for Tuesday through Friday, Nov. 5-8, at the Sands Expo Center (exhibit #3043).

The Smart Garage is an approximately 930 square-foot structure built of steel and glass with bays of adjustable skylights, built to showcase the broad array of products inside. Included is a workshop filled with the latest tools and equipment; a state of the art computer center featuring Internet access, printer, phone and intercom system; and the ultimate entertainment area with such items as a flat-screen TV with recordable DVD to the latest sound system and a wet bar. Smart Garage features Gladiator Garage Works' storage system for lawn and garden supplies, tools, sports equipment and more.

"So much innovation and invention happens in the garage, from building a basic bookcase or rebuilding an engine to creating the home computer," said Gregg Hano, director of sales and marketing for Popular Science. "Popular Science salutes the spirit of innovation with the creation of the Smart Garage."

For more details or for a virtual tour, log on to popsci.com. Popular Science Properties is a division of Time4 Media, the world's leading publisher of leisure-time magazines. Time4 is a subsidiary of Time Inc., which is a wholly owned subsidiary of AOL Time Warner Inc.

AAPEX is the automotive aftermarket industry's largest trade show. Last year, 70,000 visitors representing all segments of the service and retail industries attended along with more than 6,000 international buyers from 120 countries. AAPEX is co-sponsored by the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) and the Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA). For more information on AAPEX, visit www.AAPEXShow.com.