2007 Detroit Auto Show: Auto Racing Day Cruises Into NAIAS With Celebrity Drivers and Interactive Exhibits

  WHO:   2007 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS).

         This year, the NAIAS again unveils concept and production vehicles
         to automotive enthusiasts around the globe.  The 2007 show, which
         is in its 19th year as an international event, highlights the
         vehicles' designs and technology.
        

  WHAT:  Auto Racing Day.

         For one action-packed day, the NAIAS 2007 will celebrate the
         excitement and history of auto racing during its Auto Racing Day,
         presented by Michigan International Speedway.  A Racing Day theme
         will overtake Cobo's concourse, and attendees with the need for
         speed can ride in NASCAR racing simulators in Cobo Arena.  In
         addition, NASCAR vehicles will be on display throughout Michigan
         Hall and Cobo's concourse so racing enthusiasts can get up close
         and personal with the cars they have seen speed by on TV.

         Enthusiasts also can meet with several celebrity drivers in
         attendance, including Helio Castroneves, Indy Car racer; Sam
         Hornish, Jr., Indy Car racer; Ron Fellows, American Le Mans Series
         racer, Chris Dyson, American Le Mans Series racer; and Hillary
         Will, NHRA Top-Fuel dragster racer.

         The event will feature exhibits showcasing different aspects of
         racing, such as Michigan International Speedway (MIS), the Detroit
         Belle Isle Grand Prix, the American Le Mans Series, Micro Reality
         race cars and MSU Formula One Racing. From their display area in
         Michigan Hall, MIS will be giving away 2007 Michigan International
         Speedway wall calendars to visitors while supplies last, during
         Auto Racing Day only.  The event continues to add exciting
         attractions and guest appearances, so for up-to-date information
         log on to http://www.naias.com/racing.

  WHEN:  Thursday, Jan. 18 from 9 a.m. - 10 p.m.

         Tickets for Auto Racing Day are on sale now; visit
         http://www.naias.com/SubPage.aspx?id=308 to purchase eTickets.
         Tickets for public days are $12 USD ($14 CAN) for adults and $6 USD
         ($7 CAN) for senior citizens 65 and older and children 7 to 12.