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2008 CHICAGO AUTO SHOW PRESS RELEASES

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Consumers pick favorite vehicles and exhibit at the Chicago Auto Show
Consumer voters proclaimed their favorites in five categories in the Chicago Auto Show's third annual Best of Show balloting.

Cuauhtemoc Blanco to Sign as Latino Spokesperson for Toyota Dealers
International Soccer Star to be Featured in 2008 Marketing Efforts

Couple Begins “Journey of a Lifetime” at the 2008 Chicago Auto Show
Blake Humphrey and Jackie Rohner of Rock Island, Ill., won the Dodge “Journey of a Lifetime” contest and were married on Valentine’s Day at the 100th Chicago Auto Show

Lucky Valentine’s Day Lovebirds to be Hitched at the 2008 Chicago Auto Show
Love, and the smell of motor oil, are in the air as Blake Humphrey and Jackie Rohner start their Journey of a Lifetime .

Chrysler’s Cars and Cans To Benefit Homeless Families
Chrysler is sponsoring the 2008 Chicago Auto Show Food Drive to benefit the Chicago Christian Industrial League (CCIL) by collecting canned goods and non-perishable items to help feed homeless families.

Chicago Auto Show Teams with Mother Proof for Women's Day
With women purchasing more than half of all vehicles, it's not surprising that Tuesday, Feb. 12, has again been designated Women's Day at the Chicago Auto Show. Assistance and guidance for women in a multitude of automotive topics will be offered.

National Guard/Mountain Dew/Amp Chevy No. 88
The National Guard/Amp Chevy No. 88 NASCAR is featured at the Chicago Auto Show and is located in the Illinois Army National Guard exhibit booth. (NH213) This is a premiere feature in Chicago just prior to the NASCAR Nationwide Series opener on February 17th.

National Guard’s “Patriot Chopper” built by OCC Choppers at 2008 Chicago Auto Show
Sergeant First Class Richard Crawford and the “Patriot Chopper” will be featured in the Illinois Army National Guard Exhibit booth (NH213) during the Chicago Auto Show beginning Monday February 11th, 2008.

Team Rage and Harold Martin Racing Announce Partnership
Martin to Drive Second ADRL National Guard Car

Chicago Auto Show charity benefit raises nearly $2.5 million
Eighteen area charities tonight shared in more than $2.4 million raised by the 2008 Chicago Auto Show’s benevolent event, First Look for Charity, and three attendees left with the keys to new vehicles.

Redesigned 2009 Acura RL Debuts at Chicago Auto Show
Bold Styling, Larger Engine, and Improved Handling Help RL Raise the Luxury Performance Bar. 

MotorWeek Honors Scion XB As 2008 Drivers' Choice Best of the Year
Scion xB's versatility and value appeal to the young and young at heart; GM recognized for pioneering technology giving full size vehicles functionality and fuel efficiency

Bridgeston Americas at the Chicago auto Show
Bridgestone Americas Showcases Tire Technology, Driver Safety Education and Environmental Excellence at The 2008 Chicago Auto Show

Volkswagen Unviels Routan at Chicago Auto Show
European inspired design and driving dynamics highlight new minivan

The Return of the King
Mr. Norm’s new GSS Hemi Dart represents the 1960’s at 100th Chicago Auto Show

Safety Scholars Video Contest For Teens
2007 Contest Results Show Teens Passionate About Auto and Tire Safety

Porsche President to Unveil New SUV at Chicago
Porsche Cars North American President Peter Schwarzenbauer to unviel newest Cayenne; bring Chicago Show media up to date on sports car market.

Toyota 1/X concept makes North American Debut at 2008 Chicago Auto Show
The Toyota 1/X concept vehicle made its North American debut today at the 2008 Chicago Auto Show.

GM to Display Gas-Firendly Vehicles at 2008 Chicago Auto Show
General Motors to display gas-friendly commercial vehicle lineup at Chicago Auto Show

BMW concept at Chicago Auto Show
Concept 1 series tii makes North American debut at 2008 Chicago Auto Show

Free Booster Seats
Mitsubishi Motors and Kids Safety First Offer Chicago International Auto Show Attendees Free Booster Seats.

Start Your Engines!
WGN-TV to air the 100th edition of "The 2008 Chicago Auto Show" Live and in high-definition on Saturday February 9th.

GM Display Expands In Chicago, January 2, 2008
Their biggest display at any show in the world.

100 Shows Spanning 107 Years
Chicago Auto Show first to reach 100 editions.

First Look Readies to Help Local Organizations
Hyundai, Scion and Toyota to provide Special incentives to attend.

WAAI Chapter Announces Women's Day Luncheon
Chicago women's automotive group to give award celebrating professional woman's achievements.

Web site Features New Look for '08
Site focuses on new cars, history.

Countdown to Challenger Continues with Sneak Pics and Pricing
Details released for significant new model.

 




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