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Automakers Flock to Los Angeles Auto Show

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The 2006 Los Angeles Auto Show, scheduled for November and December, is gearing up to be a major event, with eight major manufacturers, including Audi, Ford, and Nissan, planning to debut new production and concept vehicles. This trend marks a significant shift, with some companies planning multiple debuts, and automakers increasing their off-site evening activities for journalists. The show's general manager, Andy Fuzesi, expects even more debuts to be announced in the coming months. With the adopted theme "A New Beginning," the show's organizers are capitalizing on the Southern California market's significance and the show's new November dates, which resolve a 25-year conflict with the Detroit show.

Key Takeaways:

  • Eight major automakers, including Audi, Ford, and Nissan, are staging world debuts of production or concept vehicles at the 2006 Los Angeles Auto Show.
  • Some of these manufacturers are planning multiple debuts, showcasing their extensive product lineup.
  • Nissan is hosting its first world premiere in LA since 1999, highlighting the show's growing importance.
  • The LA Auto Show has received international sanctioning from the Paris-based Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d'Automobiles (OICA).
  • The show's general manager, Andy Fuzesi, expects even more debuts to be announced in the coming months.
  • General Motors Chairman and CEO Rick Wagoner will deliver a keynote address at the Motor Press Guild Breakfast on November 29.
  • Press days for the LA Auto Show are scheduled for November 29 and 30, followed by public days from December 1-10, 2006.
  • Automakers are increasing their off-site evening activities for journalists, enhancing the overall show experience.

Statistics:

  • Eight automakers are staging world debuts at the 2006 Los Angeles Auto Show (Audi, Ford, Hyundai, Mazda, Nissan, Volkswagen, General Motors, and Honda).
  • Nissan is hosting its first world premiere in LA since 1999.
  • The LA Auto Show has received international sanctioning from the Paris-based Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d'Automobiles (OICA).
  • General Motors Chairman and CEO Rick Wagoner will deliver a keynote address at the Motor Press Guild Breakfast on November 29.
  • Press days for the LA Auto Show are November 29 and 30, and public days are from December 1-10, 2006.
  • The show's organizers have secured a significant increase in media attendance and coverage, elevating the stature of the LA Auto Show.

Sources:

  • [http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/automakers-respond-to-earlier-dates-50793252.html](http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/automakers-respond-to-earlier-dates-50793252.html)
  • [http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20060612/LAM005LOGO](http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20060612/LAM005LOGO)
  • [http://www.ap.org](http://www.ap.org)
  • [http://www.rogerspr.com](http://www.rogerspr.com)

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