North American International Auto Show Charity Preview Expecting Sell Out

DETROIT, Dec. 16, 2002; Considered to be among the largest single-night charity events in the world, the North American International Auto Show's (NAIAS) Charity Preview is once again on pace to sell out and anticipated to match the $6.125 million raised at last year's annual black-tie gala. First held in 1976, the NAIAS Charity Preview has helped generate more than $38 million for local Detroit children's charity services, with more than $20 million of that money raised in the past four years alone.

"Certainly, there is plenty of glitz and glamour associated with Charity Preview," said NAIAS 2003 Senior Co-Chairman Bill Demmer. "But, the essence behind all of this glitz and glamour is one thing -- making a difference in the lives of children and young people throughout our community."

The 2003 Charity Preview will take place Friday, January 10, at Cobo Center in Detroit from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. For more information on the NAIAS 2003 Charity Preview, or to be added to the event ticket wait list, call (888) 838-7500.

Beneficiaries of the 2003 Charity Preview include: Barat Child and Family Services; Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeastern Michigan; Boys Hope-Girls Hope of Detroit; The Children's Center; Children's Homes of Judson Center; Children's Services of Northeast Guidance Center Assistance League; The Detroit Institute for Children; Detroit Police Athletic League (PAL); Easter Seal Society of Southeastern Michigan, Inc.; March of Dimes; and the DADA Charitable Foundation Fund.

About the North American International Auto Show

Celebrating its 15th year as an international event, the North American International Auto Show is considered among the most prestigious auto shows in the world and is one of the largest media events in North America. This year, the show is expected to host more than 50 new vehicle introductions. The NAIAS is the only auto show in the United States to earn the 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 website can be accessed at www.naias.com .