CHEVY NSCS AT KANSAS TWO – CHEVROLET WINS NASCAR SPRINT CUP SERIES MANUFACTURERS’ CUP

CHEVROLET WINS NASCAR SPRINT CUP SERIES MANUFACTURERS’ CUP FOR NINTH YEAR RUNNING

Title is 35th for Chevrolet since 1950

DETROIT – (Oct. 9, 2011) – Jimmie Johnson, with his win in the Hollywood Casino 400 at Kansas Speedway, clinched the 2011 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Manufacturers’ Cup for Chevrolet, which now has won the title 35 times.

“Chevrolet is a huge partner at Hendrick Motorsports,” said Johnson. “We’re a marketing tool for them, and the fact that we’re out winning on Sundays will hopefully sell cars on Monday, like we’ve always discussed. It’s a proud moment for myself. All I’ve ever raced is a Chevrolet, so to be part of them winning another manufacturer’s championship means a lot to me personally, and I’m a Chevy dealer. Rick (Hendrick) obviously has a lot of dealerships, and the pride that what we do on the racetrack and how we carry ourselves, how we win races and championships, we can feel that energy in the store. It really does help the brand. So happy to do it.”

Chevrolet won its first Manufacturers’ Cup in 1958, and now with the 2011 Cup secured, Chevrolet has equaled its previous run of nine consecutive titles achieved in 1983-1991.

“Chevrolet is extremely proud of winning the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Manufacturers’ Cup for the 35th time,” said Jim Campbell, US Vice President of Performance Parts and Motorsports. “This is an accomplishment that requires tireless dedication from everyone who is involved – drivers, team owners, crew chiefs, team members and engineers, as well as the dedicated professionals who contribute to our program. And, we certainly appreciate the support we’ve received from all of our fans and customers as Chevrolet wins its ninth consecutive title.”

Mark Kent, Director, GM Racing, was also thrilled with this achievement. “Winning the 2011 Manufacturers’ Championship in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series for the ninth time in a row is an amazing feat for our outstanding teams, drivers, and owners,” said Kent. “It is also a remarkable accomplishment for our motorsports engineers here as we record our 35th Manufacturers’ Cup. We proudly congratulate and salute all who contributed to this award-winning effort.”

With six races remaining on the 2011 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series schedule, seven different drivers have contributed to Chevrolet’s 14 victories this year: Kevin Harvick (four), Jeff Gordon (three), Jimmie Johnson (two), Tony Stewart (two) and, Paul Menard, Ryan Newman and Regan Smith (one apiece).

The 2011 Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup battle heads to Charlotte Motor Speedway for the 31st race of the season. Harvick sits second in the standings, just one point out of the lead. Johnson jumped to the third position, only three points behind Harvick.

Chevrolet drivers have won 27 championships, including each of the last six (Tony Stewart, 2005; Jimmie Johnson, 2006-10). Chevrolet’s first drivers’ championship was won by Buck Baker in 1957.

About Chevrolet

Founded in Detroit in 1911, Chevrolet celebrates its centennial as a global automotive brand with annual sales of about 4.25 million vehicles in more than 120 countries. Chevrolet provides consumers with fuel-efficient, safe and reliable vehicles that deliver high quality, expressive design, spirited performance and value. The Chevrolet portfolio includes iconic performance cars such as Corvette and Camaro; dependable, long-lasting pickups and SUVs such as Silverado and Suburban; and award-winning passenger cars and crossovers such as Spark, Cruze, Malibu, Equinox and Traverse. Chevrolet also offers “gas-friendly to gas-free” solutions including Cruze Eco and Volt. Cruze Eco offers 42 mpg highway while Volt offers 35 miles of electric, gasoline-free driving and an additional 344 miles of extended range. Most new Chevrolet models offer OnStar safety, security and convenience technologies including OnStar Hands-Free Calling, Automatic Crash Response and Stolen Vehicle Slowdown. More information regarding Chevrolet models can be found at .

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