Andretti Sports Marketing Unveils Presenting Sponsor for the Grand Prix of presented by SRT

Chrysler Group’s Performance Brand Secures Official Vehicle Categories

BALTIMORE (August 15, 2012) – Andretti Sports Marketing and Race On, LLC announced today that the Chrysler Group’s Street and Racing Technology (SRT) brand will be the presenting sponsor of the upcoming Labor Day weekend event now known as the Grand Prix of Baltimore presented by SRT. In unveiling a new logo incorporating its new presenting sponsor, the Baltimore promoter also announced that SRT will serve as the Official Car and the Official Truck of the Grand Prix of Baltimore presented by SRT.

The 2013 SRT Viper and 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 will lead the field at the start of each of the major races during the three-day event, August 31 through September 2, including Sunday’s IZOD IndyCar Series race. Saturday’s race will now be known as the “Baltimore Sports Car Challenge presented by SRT.”

“Baltimore’s is a beautiful backdrop for world-class racing on Labor Day weekend,” said Beth Paretta, Director of Marketing and Operations – SRT Brand and Motorsports, Chrysler Group LLC. “We’re excited to showcase our performance portfolio of SRT vehicles to a discerning crowd of motorsport enthusiasts and the Baltimore Grand Prix is the perfect location. We’re also proud to be competing in the American Le Mans Series again with our new Viper GTS-R team and we look forward to seeing all of our fans in Baltimore.”

The SRT brand will be highlighted in many locations around the Grand Prix course, a 12-turn, 2-mile through the streets of downtown Baltimore and the Inner Harbor, as well as receive high-profile exposure during the race telecasts originating from the event. The brand recently unveiled their SRT Viper GTS-R racecar in the American Le Mans Series GT category, and will be competing with two Viper GTS-R entries in the Baltimore Sports Car Challenge presented by SRT on Saturday, September 1.

“We’ve said all along that it would be incredibly tough to bring a major sponsor to the 2012 event on such a short timeframe,” said John Lopes, President of Andretti Sports Marketing, who assumed promotion of the Grand Prix in May. “But, the executives at SRT really understood and appreciated the scope and the significance of the Baltimore event and the potential to showcase their brand to a large audience of auto enthusiasts and consumers, in-person and around the world via multiple broadcasts. This is a huge vote of confidence in both Race On and Andretti Sports Marketing. We are thrilled this event will now be known as the Grand Prix of Baltimore presented by SRT.”

Tickets can be purchased and race information can be found for the Grand Prix of Baltimore presented by SRT at the official event website: www.RaceOnBaltimore.com or through all Ticketmaster outlets. Tickets orders can also be placed by phone at 800-745-3000.

About SRT The Chrysler Group’s Street and Racing Technology (SRT) brand uses a successful product development formula featuring five proven hallmarks: awe-inspiring powertrains; outstanding ride, handling and capability; benchmark braking; aggressive and functional exteriors and race-inspired and high-performance interiors to remain true to its performance roots. For the latest on all SRT news and vehicles, go to www.driveSRT.com.

The SRT vehicle lineup includes the Chrysler 300 SRT8, Dodge Challenger SRT8 392, Dodge Charger SRT8 and Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8.

Making a highly anticipated return to the high-performance sports car market in late 2012 are the new 2013 SRT Viper and SRT Viper GTS. The SRT flagship performance machines will feature more power and performance, superior craftsmanship, new technologies and creature comforts.

Faces of the Grand Prix Tommy Kendall is a familiar face to auto enthusiasts around the world, as his career as a television personality has kept him in front of the camera for more than a decade. Prior to that, Kendall had a stellar career as a driver, becoming one of the most successful American road racers in history with four Trans-Am championships and multiple IMSA GT titles. The gregarious 45-year old Californian came out of retirement to pilot the sleek new SRT Viper GTS-R, which made its debut at Mid-Ohio in early August. Look for Kendall at the Grand Prix of Baltimore presented by SRT, teamed with versatile Belgian co-driver Marc Goosens in the No. 91 car.