Kicks Off Washington Auto Show[/SIZE] [I]New Model Introductions, Environmental Advancements, Energy Issues, Job Initiatives and Even A Flipped Whip Share the Stage With Nearly 800 New Models[/I]
The 2006 Washington Auto Show International Media Day, Wed., Jan. 25, at the Washington Convention Center will feature a full agenda of media events and special announcements, including a global introduction, an energy symposium uniting auto manufacturers and regulators, and the unveiling of DC Mayor Anthony Williamsê flipped whip (customized Cadillac).
Capitalizing on the auto showês unique ability to network automakers with legislators, regulatory executives and diplomatic representatives, International Media Day will also play host to government staffers, with discounted admission available to those showing a government ID. The day will culminate with The Washington Auto Show Congressional Gala from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., gathering elected officials, industry VIPs and local civic leaders for the benefit of area health and childrenês charities.
WANADA dealer members are invited ã and encouraged ã to attend both events.
The Media Day Agenda is as follows.
8:30 a.m., Nissan press briefing breakfast with Bob Yakushi, Director of Product Safety & Regulation
9:30 a.m., General Motors Environmental and Technology Press Conference
10:00 a.m., Ford press event (TBA)
10:30 a.m., Global Launch: Volvo VOR XC90 and the VOR XC70 (Volvo Ocean Race)
11:00 a.m., Mayor Anthony Williamsê weekly press briefing, including General Motors B.E.S.T. jobs announcement and unveiling of restyled STS Cadillac for Mayor Williams.
12:00 p.m., Reception
12:30 p.m., Luncheon hosted by WANADA and the Washington Auto Press Association, with presentation of the John Lynker Award for Excellence in Responsible Design.
2:00 p.m., Launch of The Hands On Contest, sponsored by Toyota.
2:15 p.m., Energy Symposium: Sustaining Mobility in an Energy Challenged World, moderated by Warren Brown, automotive reporter for The Washington Post, presented by AIADA.
The 2006 Washington Auto Show: The State of The Auto, will welcome the public from Jan. 24 – 29, showcasing over 800 vehicles from more than 43 domestic and import manufacturers. For more information, call (202) 237-7200 or go online at www.washingtonautoshow.com.
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