North American International Auto Show Showcases Concept and Production Vehicles on First Press Day

DETROIT, Jan. 9, 2006 -- The first of three Press Days during the 2006 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) opened to journalists from around the world as automotive manufacturers unveiled an array of new production and concept vehicles at the nation's premier auto show at Cobo Center.

"We're off to a great start," said NAIAS 2006 senior co-chairman, Richard Genthe. "We're expecting the next two days to yield even more exciting products and technologies that showcase the resilience and innovation of the auto industry while confirming that the NAIAS continues to be one of the world's top automotive events."

  The following vehicles were introduced today:

  Worldwide Production
  2007 Ford Edge
  2007 Ford Shelby GT500 Coupe and Convertible
  2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Adrenalin
  2007 Lexus LS 460
  2007 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV
  2007 Saturn Vue Green Line Hybrid
  2007 Cadillac Escalade ESV, EXT
  2007 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid
  2007 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class
  2007 Honda Fit
  2007 Mazda CX-7

  Worldwide Concepts
  Ford Reflex
  Ford F-250 Super Chief
  Infiniti Coupe Concept
  Hyundai HCD9 Talus
  Dodge Challenger Concept
  Chrysler Imperial
  Buick Enclave
  Mercedes-Benz Vision GL 320 BLUETEC
  Audi Sportjet
  Mazda Kabura

  NAIAS 2006 Official Dates

Press Preview Days will be held Sunday, Jan. 8, through Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2006. Industry Preview Days will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 11 and Thursday, Jan. 12, 2006. The Charity Preview will be held Friday evening, Jan. 13, 2006. The public is encouraged to call 888-838-7500 to be placed on a wait list for tickets to the 2006 Charity Preview. Public Days are Saturday, Jan. 14, through Sunday, Jan. 22, 2006.

  The North American International Auto Show
  Rod Alberts - Executive Director

Entering its 18th 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!