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    The Auto Show Closes with High Marks!

    Attendance and optimism at the close of this year's North American International Auto Show make it the best since 2005.

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      Channel 7 Family Day sets record

      Channel 7 Family Day at the Auto Show helped set an attendance record, according to figures released by North American International Auto Show.

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        Drivers promote Detroit Grand Prix

        Race car drivers at Auto Show to promote Detroit Belle Isle Grand Prix

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        PHOTOS: WXYZ Family Day at the Auto Show

        Check out all that is happening from WXYZ's Family Day at the North American International Auto Show.

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          TWEETUP: WXYZ #Earlyrisers on GMA

          What an amazing morning! Fifty of our Twitter and Facebook friends joined the 7 Action News morning team at the Auto Show for a Tweetup and a chance to be on Good Morning America. INSIDE: Watch Video

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          Win an iPad during Channel 7 family day!

          Hey! Who doesn't want an iPad2! Totally cool, but pretty pricey, right?

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            Meet the Action News team at Family Day

            This Friday is Channel 7 Family Day at the North American International Auto Show and it's also your chance to meet the 7 Action News team!

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              TWEETUP: Friday at Auto Show with GMA

              As a thank you to everyone who joins us each morning on Twitter and Facebook, we created a very special opportunity to attend a special event.

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                NAIAS sees strongest attendance in 5 yrs

                Auto Industry leaders are hoping attendance on day one of the North American International Auto show is a sign that the industry is making a comeback. 

              1. Perkins: Candid Talk on  WXYZ.com

                Perkins: Candid Talk on WXYZ.com

                A candid conversation with Bill Perkins that began on Spotlight on the News now continues on WXYZ.com.  Join Chuck Stokes as he conducts an in-depth interview with the first African American to ever serve as Chairman of the North American International Auto Show.    It's a revealing discussion about Perkins and the industry that keeps Michigan on the global scene.

              2. NAIAS opens to the public

                NAIAS opens to the public

                Everyone will now have the chance to check out the future of the auto industry. The North American International Auto Show 2012 is open to the public as of Saturday morning at 9:00 a.m.

              3. PHOTO GALLERY: Auto Show Charity Preview

                PHOTO GALLERY: Auto Show Charity Preview

                Fancy gowns, tuxedos, champagne and cars - it's the 2012 North American International Auto Show Charity Preview. INSIDE: The latest photos.

                • Top 7 Detroit Auto Show parking secrets

                  Top 7 Detroit Auto Show parking secrets

                  Before you can even walk into Cobo Center for the 2012 North American International Auto Show, there is one question that every visitor asks: “Where do I park?” Knowing a few secrets can make your auto show parking experience a breeze.

                • 7 must-see vehicles at the NAIAS

                  7 must-see vehicles at the NAIAS

                  The cars are the stars at this year's North American International Auto Show. With nearly forty new concepts and vehicles making their world wide debut, there are plenty of highlights. Here are seven must-sees...

                • Charity preview raises millions in 2012

                  Charity preview raises millions in 2012

                  The red carpet rolled out on Friday night at Cobo for the North American International Auto Show’s Charity Preview.

                • TWEETUP: 100 friends see Auto Show first

                  TWEETUP: 100 friends see Auto Show first

                  One hundred of our social media friends jumped at the opportunity to see the North American International Auto Show before anyone else. They quickly signed up for tickets to a Tweetup hosted by WXYZ that offered an opportunity to see the auto show before it opened to the public.

                  Going to the Show

                  2012 Detroit Auto Show Dates

                  January 9-10: Preview for journalists
                  January 11-12: Auto industry preview days
                  January 13: Charity Preview gala
                  January 14-22: OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!
                  January 20: WXYZ Family Day (See below)


                  Auto Show Hours

                  Saturday, January 14 - Saturday, January 21, 2012

                  9 a.m. - 10 p.m. (no admittance after 9 p.m.)

                  Sunday, January 22, 2012
                  9 a.m. - 7 p.m. (no admittance after 6 p.m.)


                  Tickets, parking and more...
                  Tickets to the Detroit Auto Show are $12 with discounts available for seniors and children ($6 for each). Groups of 30 or more can also purchase discounted tickets.

                  The show takes place at Detroit's Cobo Center. For parking information and to purchase tickets in advance, visit the official NAIAS website.

                   

                  1. Channel 7's Family Day at the Auto Show

                    Channel 7's Family Day at the Auto Show

                    Join us for a full day of family fun at the auto show! You’ll see bands, circus performers, artists, a balloon clown, a chance to meet your favorite Channel 7 personalities, and a full day of kids games and activities with Radio Disney 910 AM!

                  2. Cars are Stars

                    Cars are Stars

                    Make sure you catch Channel 7’s consumer automotive special: Cars are Stars, on Saturday, January 14, 7-7: 30pm. Dave LewAllen and Alicia Smith host an exciting half-hour featuring reports from Anu Prakash, Dave Rexroth and Malcom Maddox.

                    • Red Carpet Charity Preview Special

                      Red Carpet Charity Preview Special

                      It’s THE live broadcast of the North American International Auto Show Charity Preview event on Friday, January 13, as only Channel 7 can do it! The Red Carpet Charity Preview Special at 7: 30pm, anchored by Stephen Clark and Carolyn Clifford, will feature live reports across the show floor from reporters Mary Conway, JoAnne Purtan, Glenda Lewis and Vic Faust.  INSIDE: Watch the show

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