RACING PACKAGE TO BENEFIT TSUNAMI SURVIVORS

Chevrolet is supporting a benefit auction of "the ultimate racing package" on eBay to assist Indian Ocean tsunami relief efforts. The package includes a trip for two to the 2005 Daytona 500, along with a 2005 Chevy SSR autographed by four-time driving champion Jeff Gordon. The Chevy Racing Daytona 500 experience includes roundtrip coach airfare, lodging and tickets for two to the Daytona 500 on Feb. 20. All proceeds will be donated to the American Red Cross International Response Fund. "The organizations supporting the tsunami relief efforts can never receive enough help," said Brent Dewar, general manager of Chevrolet. "The donation of the Chevy Racing Daytona 500 experience is one way we can support the tsunami relief efforts while offering a new vehicle and a unique racing experience for a generous individual." The recipient will be determined based on the highest bid submitted by 12 p.m. ET on Jan. 20. To place a bid or learn more about this auction item visit: http://www.ebay.com/gm

OTHER TSUNAMI RELIEF EFFORTS . . . The auction for the Chevrolet Racing Daytona 500 experience is one of several efforts by GM to provide support to the tsunami survivors. The GM Foundation has pledged $1 million in cash to the International Response Fund of the American Red Cross. GM announced it will match up to $1 million in contributions made by GM employees to the International Response Fund of the American Red Cross, UNICEF and CARE. Additionally, GM will provide vehicles to assist in the movement of medical equipment and supplies in areas affected by the storms. The Foundation will match donations through Feb. 28. For information on how you can donate funds online visit: http://www.gm.com/company/gmability/community/global_aid/index.html


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