Seattle Auto Show 2008 - News Release

For immediate release:
October 8, 2007

Contact: Mark Cutshall
Office: 206-782-4130
Cell: 206-356-2191
Mcutsh@aol.com

How big is the Seattle Auto Show?

1		Tons of concession food consumed for showgoers
47		Total hours the show is open, Oct. 31-Nov. 4
60		Hours to move in all vehicles and exhibits
80		18-wheelers to transport automobile exhibits to the show
120		Workers to clean vehicles during the show
200		Dusters to maintain vehicles' pristine appearance
470		Carpenters to assemble exhibits
2,000		Workers to secure the move-in
500,000		Square feet of exhibit space
1,900,000		Pounds of freight delivered to the show
$40,000,000		Estimated auto sales in Washington State generated in 2008 as a result of the show

The Seattle International Auto Show, presented by State Farm, and also sponsored by AutoTrader.com, Chevron Lubricants and Associated Petroleum Products runs Oct. 31-Nov. 4, at Qwest Field Event Center. The show will feature hundreds of all-new 2008 model year cars, trucks, crossovers, alternative-fuel, minivans, sport utilities and 4WD vehicles from every major automaker. The event will also present one-of-a-kind concepts and extremely rare exotics and classics. Hours are Wednesday, 12 Noon - 6 p.m.; Thursday - Friday, 12 Noon – 10 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Adult admission is $11. Kids 12 and under are free. Convenient covered parking is available in the exhibition center's parking garage, Safeco Field, Union Station and nearby facilities. Tickets can be purchased online at www.seattleautoshow.com. More info: 206-542-3551.