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Guangzhou Auto Show opens to media

(chinadaily.com.cn)
Updated: 2009-11-23 17:23

Well-known Chinese model Mo Wandan poses beside an Infinity auto at the China (Guangzhou) International Automobile Exhibition on Nov 23, 2009. [Xinhua]

The annual China (Guangzhou) International Automobile Exhibition (GIAE) opens to media and professionals today. About 70 manufactures are showing over 700 vehicles, and more than 600 parts and accessory manufacturers are participating.

The theme of GIAE 2009 is "Technology, Trend, Lifstyle". Visitors can find international automakers including Mercedes, BMW, Volkswagen and General Motors, as well as Chinese manufactures MG, Chery, Lifan, Changfeng Motor and Dongfeng Motors.

Shu Qi, a Chinese celebrity, turned up for a Subaru new car release, and Infinity has Mo Wandan, a well-known Chinese model, as its celebrity representative.

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GIAE began in 2003 and is now one of the most comprehensive auto shows in China. It is organized by the Guangzhou city council and the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers.

Last year, it attracted 467,000 visitors.