2004 Detroit Auto Show - Behind the Senes Video
Detroit January 7, 2004 (Newstream) -- Every year, there are eighty auto shows across the country -- where manufacturers from all over the world come together to display and promote their latest vehicles. But you may not realize what a "show" they are, and to what extravagant lengths automakers go through to impress. Here's an inside look at the biggest and most important show, the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit.
Nearly a million people, including 6,600 international journalists, pour over 700 vehicles at the NAIAS. And it takes a lot of work to put the show together. For instance, it takes about 90 to 110 days to install the 179,000 square foot facility used at the show. That facility requires 800 people to install, another 400 to remove and actually uses enough steel to build a four-story office building.
Today's auto shows take their cue from the extravagant motoramas of the late 40's and 50's. They are created by the same designers who work on Broadway shows, concerts and television to give car lovers the best experience. So, while television brings us beautiful images of these cars everyday now, an auto show is still the best way to go compare and contrast and get a real feel for your next car.
