ALPHARETTA, Ga., July 29, 2008 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- NASCAR Angels, a weekly, reality television program from NASCAR(r) that hits the road to help those in desperate need of a transportation fix, is teaming up with Exide(r) Batteries -- the official battery of NASCAR -- to reward even more NASCAR fans this summer. The Charge Up Your Summer Sweepstakes runs from July 26 through August 24, and gives fans around the country the chance to win a year's supply of gas and an electronic prize package for their vehicle. Exide(r) batteries are manufactured and marketed by Exide Technologies (Nasdaq:XIDE) (www.exide.com), a global leader in stored electrical-energy solutions.
"As a longtime partner of NASCAR, Exide has emphasized the same core values as our sport -- innovation and customer service," said Odis Lloyd, managing director of NASCAR's automotive division. "In this time of rising gas prices, this sweepstakes is ideal for NASCAR Angels viewers and demonstrates Exide's continued commitment to keeping NASCAR fans well equipped for the road."
The grand prize winner of the sweepstakes will receive the Road Trip Essentials Gift Pack, which includes an Exide(r) automotive battery, GPS device, portable DVD player, Sirius(r) satellite radio with one year activation, an MP3 player and one year of free gasoline. There also is an instant prize of a $10 gas card given away each day during the 30-day promotion.
"With our premium-quality, track-proven batteries powering competitive teams on the NASCAR racing circuit, and the powerful NASCAR brand fueling our marketing, Exide is proud of its association with one of the most successful motorsports programs in the world," said Bruce Cole, President - Transportation Americas, Exide Technologies. "The Charge Up Your Summer Sweepstakes is an innovative way for Exide and NASCAR Angels to reach the brand-loyal NASCAR audience with a unique and exciting seasonal promotion tied to summer driving."
To learn more and enter the sweepstakes, contestants can go to www.ExideChargeUpYourSummer.com. Enter today and give your family's summer road trip a charge of energy with a one-year supply of gas and fantastic electronic prizes!
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About Exide Technologies
Exide Technologies, with operations in more than 80 countries, is one of the world's largest producers and recyclers of lead-acid batteries. The Company's four global business groups -- Transportation Americas, Transportation Europe and Rest of World, Industrial Energy Americas and Industrial Energy Europe and Rest of World -- provide a comprehensive range of stored electrical energy products and services for industrial and transportation applications.
Transportation markets include original-equipment and aftermarket automotive, heavy-duty truck, agricultural and marine applications, and new technologies for hybrid vehicles and automotive applications. Industrial markets include network power applications such as telecommunications systems, electric utilities, railroads, photovoltaic (solar-power related) and uninterruptible power supply (UPS), and motive-power applications including lift trucks, mining and other commercial vehicles.
Further information about Exide, including its financial results, are available at www.exide.com.
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About NASCAR Angels
NASCAR Angels, NASCAR's first nationally-syndicated television show, gives deserving individuals across the country a transportation fix and a unique, behind-the-scenes NASCAR experience. Hosted by former NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Champion and current ABC/ESPN broadcaster Rusty Wallace, and NASCAR.COM talent Shannon Wiseman, NASCAR Angels reaches nearly 90% of the nation's viewing audience and airs during weekends on over 200 local broadcast stations. Goodyear Gemini, a national automotive repair service provider, is the presenting sponsor of the show. Using the automotive products of NASCAR Performance partners, Goodyear Gemini technicians work to complete repairs on each vehicle before the race begins that weekend. While performing repairs on the cars, the technicians also educate viewers on the importance of regular vehicle maintenance.
Entering its third season of production, NASCAR Angels is produced in partnership by NASCAR and MagicDust Television and is distributed nationally by Litton Entertainment. In addition to Goodyear Gemini, the show's sponsor lineup includes Exide Technologies, NASCAR Technical Institute and Total Resources International.
For more information, visit www.nascar.com/auto/angels.