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

DETROIT, Jan. 10, 2006 -- The second 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.

"Day two really showed off some blockbuster reveals," said NAIAS 2006 senior co-chairman, Richard Genthe. "We're expecting the conclusion of press days today 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 yesterday:

  Worldwide Production
  Audi S6 Sedan
  BMW Z4 Roadster
  BMW M Roadster
  Chevrolet Kodiak C4500
  Chrysler Aspen
  Hummer H2 Pacific Blue Limited Edition
  Hummer H2 Fusion Orange Limited Edition
  Hummer H3X
  Jaguar XK Convertible
  Jeep Compass
  Jeep Wrangler
  Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder
  Nissan Sentra
  Nissan Versa
  Toyota Camry
  Toyota Camry Hybrid

  Worldwide Concepts
  Kia Soul
  Lamborghini Miura
  Lincoln MKS
  Mini Traveller
  Mitsubishi Concept-CT MIEV
  Nissan URGE
  Volvo C30

  North American Production
  Ferrari FXX
  Geely 7151 CK
  Kia Optima
  Maserati Quattroporte Executive GT
  Volkswagen Passat Station Wagon

  North American Concept
  BMW Z4 Coupe
  BMW X3 Hybrid
  Mazda Hydrogen RE Hybrid
  Subaru B5-TPH
  Subaru R1e

  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. Don't Miss It for the World!