Auto Interiors Show Registration Outpacing 2001

Pre-show attendee registration for The 2002 Auto Interiors Show is up 22.7 percent compared to the same time period for the 2001 show, according to show organizers. The Show, which runs from May 14 --16 at the Cobo Center, is the most influential annual exposition and conference solely focused on automobile interior design and technology.

DETROIT -- March 14, 2002 -- Pre-show attendee registration for The 2002 Auto Interiors Show is up 22.7 percent compared to the same time period for the 2001 show, according to show organizers. The Show, which runs from May 14 --16 at the Cobo Center, is the most influential annual exposition and conference solely focused on automobile interior design and technology.

Were absolutely elated with the higher registration numbers were already seeing," said Joe Randall, Group Show President. With the auto industry sensing the economy is starting a turn-around, we think that exhibitors and attendees know the time is right to get back to growing business. A highly-focused, specialized event like The Auto Interiors Show offers them a valuable opportunity to get new ideas, gain access to the experts, network and maximize marketing dollars."

Presented by Auto Interiors Magazine, the Show showcases top vehicle interior products, components and capabilities. The Show also provides attendees the opportunity to network with representative from some of the interiors industry's most influential supplier and OEMs.

Among the participating automakers are General Motors, Ford, DaimlerChrysler, Rolls-Royce and Bentley, Renault, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Volvo, Toyota, Honda and Fiat. Participating suppliers include 3M, Delphi, Visteon, Magna, Seton Leather, Collins & Aikman, Johnson Controls, Lear, Siemens, Dow, Sprint PCS, Wingcast, OnStar, ATX, AT&T Wireless, and dozens more.

Highlights in 2002 include the following events co-locating at the Cobo Center during The Auto Interiors Show.

These three are new this year:

·    Automotive Textiles, Plastics and Coatings Association workshops,

May 14

·    Industrial Designers Society of America Conference, May 14

·    Automotive Sealant Council Conference, May 16

In addition, these shows will be co-located again this year:

·    EyeForAuto Telematics 2002, May 15-16

·    Adhesive and Sealant Council Seminar, May 16

·    INDA Non-Woven Fabric Associations Seminar, May 16

In addition, the Auto Interiors Show will have an extensive conference program including more than 38 panel discussions and addresses on critical issues and technologies confronting vehicle manufacturers interior design and manufacturing staffs and their suppliers.

For exhibitor and attendee registration information, go to autointeriorshow.com, or phone 800-933-8735.

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