Detroit's North American International Auto Show switching to June starting in 2020
The Canadian Press | Posted: July 23, 2018 11:11 AM | Last Updated: July 23, 2018
Organizers say the time change will allow automakers to bring more "dynamic" exhibits
Organizers of the North American International Auto Show say that starting in 2020 the annual Detroit event will take place in June instead of January.
A statement from the show Monday said the new schedule will enable automakers, industry suppliers and others to "deliver dynamic exhibits and experiential opportunities outside of the show's four walls" at downtown's Cobo Center.
The show will be held during more-favourable spring weather, rather than in winter. Organizers say the change also will help cut costs, since exhibitors won't be setting up during the Thanksgiving to New Year's Day holiday period.
The show's Executive Director Rod Alberts said in a statement that "Detroit will continue to be a global stage for some of the world's most significant and iconic vehicle reveals."
Highlights from 2018 show
Missed the NAIAS this year? Not to worry, CBC Windsor was there.
Here's a look at what our teen correspondent and car-buff, Kegun Morkin, got up to at the show.