Distinguished Auto Designers Discuss North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) Awards & Industry Trends Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2005 3:30 p.m. (ET)

  WHO:    A pre-show conference call for media with:
          *  Thomas Gale, former executive vice president of product
             development and design, DaimlerChrysler
          *  Joel Piaskowski, chief designer, Hyundai Motor America
          *  Stewart Reed, chairman, Art Center College of Design
             Transportation Department

          *  John McElroy, host Autoline Detroit, moderator

  WHAT:   Topics covered by the designers include:
          *  Key auto design awards and programs at the NAIAS
             --  EyesOn Design Awards
             --  AutoWeek Design Forum
             --  Michelin Challenge Design
          *  Design trends and tips - what's hot/what's not
          *  Q&A session moderated by John McElroy, host of Autoline Detroit
             follows brief remarks

  WHEN:   Wednesday, December 21, 2005 at 3:30 p.m. (ET)

RSVP REQUIRED: A limited number of media ports are available for this conference call, please contact Elizabeth Weigandt via e-mail at eweigandt@baileypr.com or phone at 248-362-4200 x244 to obtain the call-in number and password and protocol for participation in the Q&A session.

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