2008 North American International Auto Show Encourages Attendees To Plan Ahead for Parking at Charity Preview

SEE ALSO:2008 Detroit Auto Show "Press Pass Coverage"

DETROIT, Jan. 17, 2008 -- WHO:    The 2008 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) advises
          those attending the black-tie Charity Preview gala on Friday, Jan.
          18 to plan to arrive early at Cobo Center.

  WHAT:   To plan ahead for parking, the NAIAS 2008 recommends the
          following:

          If You Are Driving Yourself
          -- General access to Cobo Center Parking Garage will be closed to
             non-credentialed vehicles beginning at 5 p.m. on Friday, Jan.
             18.
          -- The Millennium Garage, on Congress between Cass and First
             streets is available for self-parking for the event.  Miller
             Parking Garage between Atwater and Bates streets also is
             available.

          If You Are A Chauffeur
          -- Chauffeurs dropping off guests must have their vehicles
             properly credentialed with placards.
          -- Chauffeurs in need of placards can call (248) 283-5161 before 3
             p.m. on Friday, Jan. 18.
          -- Placards must be picked up in person at the Cobo Center
             security office.

  WHERE:  The NAIAS 2008 Charity Preview will take place at Cobo Center in
          Detroit.

  WHEN:   The Charity Preview black-tie gala will be held from 6 p.m. to 9
          p.m. on Friday, Jan. 18.  The Barenaked Ladies will be performing
          an hour and 15 minute concert beginning at 9 p.m. in Cobo Arena.

Tickets for the event are $400 each, $390 is tax-deductible. For more information on the NAIAS 2008 Charity Preview or to purchase tickets, call (888) 838-7500. Tickets also can be purchased online at www.naias.com.