The 2017 North American International Auto Show’s (NAIAS) Charity Preview at Cobo Center. Photo courtesy of 2017 NAIAS

Detroit, USA – January 14, 2017

From autonomous vehicles and electric cars, to iconic supercars and full-size trucks, the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) has something for everyone at the Public Show, opening Saturday, January 14.

Visitors will get up-close-and-personal with hundreds of vehicles, including industry-shaping entries that debuted at Press Preview.

The 2017 North American International Auto Show’s (NAIAS) Charity Preview at Cobo Center. Photo courtesy of 2017 NAIAS

Now in its 29th year as an international event, the NAIAS is among the most prestigious auto shows in the world, providing unparalleled access to the automotive products, technologies, people and ideas that matter most – up close and in one place.

Vice President Joe Biden joined in that conversation with a visit to NAIAS on Tuesday – his second to NAIAS as Vice President of the United States.

The 2017 North American International Auto Show’s (NAIAS) Charity Preview at Cobo Center. Photo courtesy of 2017 NAIAS

Public Show hours are:

Saturday, January 14 – Saturday, Jan. 21
9 a.m. – 10 p.m. (no admittance after 9 p.m.)

Sunday, January 22
9 a.m. – 7 p.m. (no admittance after 6 p.m.)

Early access for handicapped individuals 8 a.m. each day
(Enter at the Hall C Entrance only.)

As the largest annual single-night fundraiser in the world, Charity Preview has raised more than $111 million for southeastern Michigan children’s charities since the Detroit Auto Dealers Association (DADA) established the gala 41 years ago. Photo courtesy of 2017 NAIAS

Prior to attending NAIAS, attendees are encouraged to view and download the Official NAIAS app presented by the Detroit Auto Dealers Association, WDIV Local 4 and ClickOnDetroit.com.
The app is available for download on Google Play or Apple App store.

As the largest annual single-night fundraiser in the world, Charity Preview has raised more than $111 million for southeastern Michigan children’s charities since the Detroit Auto Dealers Association (DADA) established the gala 41 years ago. Photo courtesy of 2017 NAIAS

The Official NAIAS app has everything from the latest breaking automotive news, photos and videos, to live stream video coverage of new vehicle and concept car unveilings and a map of the show floor.

As the largest annual single-night fundraiser in the world, Charity Preview has raised more than $111 million for southeastern Michigan children’s charities since the Detroit Auto Dealers Association (DADA) established the gala 41 years ago. Photo courtesy of 2017 NAIAS

Detroit’s celebration as the epicenter of all things automotive, including the heart of the automotive industry, was again demonstrated tonight as nearly $5.2 million was raised for children’s charities at the 2017 North American International Auto Show’s (NAIAS) Charity Preview at Cobo Center.

The 2017 North American International Auto Show’s (NAIAS). Photo courtesy of 2017 NAIAS

As the largest annual single-night fundraiser in the world, Charity Preview has raised more than $111 million for southeastern Michigan children’s charities since the Detroit Auto Dealers Association (DADA) established the gala 41 years ago.

The 2017 North American International Auto Show’s (NAIAS). Photo courtesy of 2017 NAIAS

In all, 12,881 people attended the black-tie Charity Preview, presented for the second consecutive year by Axalta Coating Systems.

Charity Preview follows on the heels of five days of total mobility immersion at NAIAS, including the inaugural AutoMobili-D that continues to generate social media buzz and discussion among automotive, business and tech industry executives worldwide.

Vice President of the United States Joe Biden Visits 2017 NAIAS Photo courtesy of 2017 NAIAS

Vice President Joe Biden joined in that conversation with a visit to NAIAS on Tuesday – his second to NAIAS as Vice President of the United States.

Vice President of the United States Joe Biden Visits 2017 NAIAS Photo courtesy of 2017 NAIAS

“The past five days at NAIAS have exemplified the transformation that is reshaping the auto industry as we know it,” said 2017 NAIAS Chairman Sam Slaughter.
“Tonight’s Charity Preview continues with the theme of transformation in that the monies raised in this one single night will help in some way to transform the lives of children and families in our local community.”

Vice President of the United States Joe Biden Visits 2017 NAIAS Photo courtesy of 2017 NAIAS

Proceeds from Charity Preview directly benefit a wide range of children’s charities.
Funds raised will support services for children of all ages from birth to 18.

Vice President of the United States Joe Biden Visits 2017 NAIAS Photo courtesy of 2017 NAIAS

Beneficiaries of NAIAS Charity Preview include:

• Boys and Girls Clubs of Southeastern Michigan

• Boys Hope Girls Hope Detroit

• Children’s Center

• Children’s Hospital of Michigan Foundation

• Judson Center

• March of Dimes Metro Detroit

• Detroit PAL

• DADA Charitable Foundation Fund, a fund of the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan

Vice President of the United States Joe Biden Visits 2017 NAIAS Photo courtesy of 2017 NAIAS

Public Show at NAIAS opens January 14 at 9 a.m. and continues through Sunday, January 22.

Ticket prices and general show information, including transportation and parking can be found at naias.com.

Vice President of the United States Joe Biden Visits 2017 NAIAS Photo courtesy of 2017 NAIAS

WXYZ-TV Channel 7, the Official Television Partner of NAIAS Charity Preview, will broadcast its “Red Carpet Charity Preview” special live on Friday, Jan. 13, beginning at 7 p.m. Channel 7 Action News anchors Stephen Clark and Carolyn Clifford will host the program, along with JoAnne Purtan, Glenda Lewis, Brad Galli, Alicia Smith, Malcom Maddox, Keenan Smith and Ann Marie LaFlamme.

Vice President of the United States Joe Biden Visits 2017 NAIAS Photo courtesy of 2017 NAIAS

The 90-minute special will feature the latest in automotive technology, style trends and a look at the vehicles that attracted the most attention during Press Preview.
An encore presentation of “Red Carpet Charity Preview,” will air on Sat., Jan. 14 at 8:30 a.m.

Vice President of the United States Joe Biden Visits 2017 NAIAS Photo courtesy of 2017 NAIAS

In addition, WXYZ ‘s “Cars Are Stars” will take a look at the latest trends in automotive safety and style and include a preview of what to see at this year’s show.
The half-hour special will air Sat., Jan. 14 at 7:30 p.m. with an encore presentation on Sun., Jan. 15 at 11:30 a.m.

Vice President of the United States Joe Biden Visits 2017 NAIAS Photo courtesy of 2017 NAIAS

Auto show news coverage on WXYZ-TV Channel 7 Action News and WMYD-TV20 will continue during the Public Show.

Channel 7 Family Day returns to the NAIAS on Friday, January 20.

Vice President of the United States Joe Biden Visits 2017 NAIAS Photo courtesy of 2017 NAIAS

This free event will feature appearances from 7 Action News personalities, live music, giveaways, interactive events for kids and much more.
ABC “Good Morning America” correspondent T.J.Holmes will be at Cobo Center to kick off the day.
Activities take place from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. in the Cobo Center Atrium.

Vice President of the United States Joe Biden Visits 2017 NAIAS Photo courtesy of 2017 NAIAS

Snap an amazing photo of an incredible vehicle at NAIAS.
Share it on social media.

Encourage friends and family to cast their vote for your photo, and you may be a winner of some awesome Bose products in the 2017 NAIAS Photo Contest.

http://naias.com/about/public-show/contests/photo-contest/  

Vice President of the United States Joe Biden Visits 2017 NAIAS Photo courtesy of 2017 NAIAS

Sponsored by Ally, NAIAS Official Sponsor and Official Social Media Sponsor, the contest runs from January 14 – 22.

Enter here, and submit your photo in one of four categories:

• Best Production Car

• Best Concept Car

• Most Creative Photo

• Ally New Car Smell Exhibit – (Use your own ingenuity to take a creative shot of this popular exhibit located in the Cobo Center Concourse, adjacent to the Joe Louis statue)

Vice President of the United States Joe Biden Visits 2017 NAIAS Photo courtesy of 2017 NAIAS

To make it easier to get those award-winning shots, NAIAS Photo Day is Tuesday, January 17 – providing early show access at 8 a.m. through Hall C at Cobo Center.

The photo contest entries with the most votes in each category will win exciting Bose prizes, including a set of Bose QuietComfort 35 headphones (valued at $350) for the winning Ally New Car Smell Exhibit photographer, and Bose SoundSport headphones (valued at $150) for each other category winners.

Winners will be announced on Monday, January 23.

Vice President of the United States Joe Biden Visits 2017 NAIAS Photo courtesy of 2017 NAIAS

NAIAS hosted over 125 auto tech students and instructors today at Tech Trek, a show event designed to encourage auto technicians of tomorrow.

Vice President of the United States Joe Biden Visits 2017 NAIAS Photo courtesy of 2017 NAIAS

Drawing the top tech students from 16 area high schools, Tech Trek was the perfect complement to Industry Preview’s showcase of mobility and technology.

Vice President of the United States Joe Biden Visits 2017 NAIAS Photo courtesy of 2017 NAIAS

Sam Slaughter, 2017 NAIAS Chairman, talked to the group about the future role of technicians in automotive dealerships.

The students took to the auto show floor competing in an auto technology scavenger hunt developed by a team of industry experts.

Vice President of the United States Joe Biden Visits 2017 NAIAS Photo courtesy of 2017 NAIAS

The teams with the most correct answers took home prizes from Snap-on Tools.


About the North American International Auto Show

Now in its 29th year as an international event, the NAIAS is among the most prestigious auto shows in the world, providing unparalleled access to the automotive products, technologies, people and ideas that matter most – up close and in one place.

Administered by executive director Rod Alberts, the NAIAS is one of the largest media events in North America, and 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.

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