North American International Auto Show 2012 (NAIAS) has expanded its footprint inside Cobo Center and its outreach into the social media sphere as the infamous Detroit show prepares to open in January 2012.
With an additional 25,000-square-feet of main floor exhibit space, and the anticipated unveilings of dozens of the most exciting production and concept vehicles in the world, NAIAS 2012 is speeding towards two full days of press conferences. And, with an increased presence on social media sites-Facebook and Twitter-the word is out wider than ever before.
"After 100 versions of the auto show floor plan, and dozens of meetings and conversations with manufacturers around the world, we are ready to accommodate the over 40 exhibitors displaying at NAIAS 2012. This show will educate, entertain and astonish," said Bill Perkins, chairman of NAIAS 2012.
NAIAS exhibiting manufacturers include: Acura, AMG, Audi, Bentley, BMW, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chrysler, CODA Automotive, Dodge, Falcon Motor Sports, Fiat, Ford, GMC, Honda, Hyundai, Infiniti, Jeep, Kia, Lexus, Lincoln, Maserati, Maybach, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Mini, Nissan, Porsche, Ram, Scion, Shelby American, Smart, SRT, Subaru, Tesla, Toyota, Vehicle Production Group, Volkswagen, and Volvo.
The press preview on January 9 and 10 will host more than 5,000 journalists from over 50 countries
Industry Preview, Jan. 11-12, 2012
On January 11 and 12, some 20,000 professionals representing more than 2,000 companies from around the world will attend the NAIAS Industry Preview to compare, analyze, and benchmark cars and trucks.
The show is open to the public, January 14 to 22, displaying more than 500 new cars and trucks.
Entering its 24th year as an international event, the NAIAS is among the most prestigious auto shows in the world, providing unparalleled access to the automotive products, people and ideas all under one roof.
For more show information, go to www.naias.com