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2002-04-11 

 

CADILLAC TO SPONSOR INAUGURAL ALMS NATIONAL GRAND PRIX OF WASHINGTON

WASHINGTON D. C., April 11, 2002 – Cadillac Motor Division of General Motors and area Cadillac Dealers today announced name and title sponsorship of the American Le Mans Series (ALMS) race to be held in Washington, D.C. on July 19-21, 2002. The race on the grounds at RFK Stadium will officially be known as "The Cadillac Grand Prix of Washington, D.C."

"We are especially pleased to be a part of bringing the most competitive series in international endurance racing to the nation's capital," said Mark R. LaNeve, Cadillac General Manager. "Exciting things are happening at Cadillac these days and our participation in the ALMS with our two Cadillac Northstar LMP 02 prototype cars is a means to connect with luxury customers. It's a program that demonstrates endurance, durability and technology"

Many of the cars and drivers participating in the Cadillac Grand Prix of Washington, D.C., including the two Cadillac Northstar LMP 02 cars and the two Corvette C5-Rs, will have competed in the international 24 Hours of Le Mans prior to coming to the Washington event.

"We are working with our Cadillac dealers in the Washington, D.C. vicinity to provide opportunities for the entire area to enjoy this unique event through special promotions and coverage," said Steve Rosenblum, Brand Manager for racing.

Cadillac's endurance-racing program is a fundamental part of the brand's aggressive strategy to grow business and to accelerate a change in global perception of the brand.



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