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#5 Mark Martin – Hendrickcars.com Race Suit Sweepstakes
 Get Ready for some EXCITEMENT! Hendrickcars.com is the primary partner for the Hendrick Motorsports No. 5 Chevrolet and Mark Martin this Sunday, March 7, 2010 at Atlanta Motor Speedway after a two-week sponsorship with JR Motorsports on the #88 Chevrolet (finished 7 th 2/20 in Fontana and crashed early on 2/27 at Las Vegas). Mark Martin has had two 4 th place finishes in the last two races and finished second in the 2009 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series point standings. Hendrickcars.com has launch the #5 Mark Martin – Hendrickcars.com Race Suit Sweepstakes! One lucky winner will receive Mark Martin’s race suit worn in the scheduled 3/7/10 race. Visit HendrickCars.com for full details and to enter sweepstakes.  About Mark Martin
Birthdate: Jan. 9, 1959
Resides: Daytona Beach, Fla.
Hometown: Batesville, Ark.
Family: Wife Arlene; son Matt
In 2009, Mark Martin returned to full-time NASCAR Sprint Cup racing with Hendrick Motorsports to drive fast race cars and maybe, just maybe, win a race. But the NASCAR veteran accomplished much more than that. At the age of 50, he garnered five victories and battled for the Sprint Cup championship, finishing second for the fifth time of his career. Martin’s success drew attention from fans of all ages – many who just wanted to see a Cinderella story come true. With 2010 on the horizon, Martin is gearing up for another shot at the elusive Sprint Cup championship trophy from behind the wheel of the No. 5 GoDaddy.com Chevrolet. Career History:~ Dirt to Pavement to ASA Martin began his racing career at the age of 15 in his home state of Arkansas. Competing on dirt tracks, he won in only his third start and that same year – 1974 – won the Arkansas State Championship. In 1976, Martin left his dirt days behind and moved to pavement racetracks. In 1977, Martin started competing in the American Speed Association (ASA). He earned rookie of the year honors that year and went on to win the championship the following three seasons. ~ Introduction to NASCARThe 1981 racing season saw Martin move into NASCAR’s elite series, and make five Sprint Cup Series starts in which he earned two pole positions and two top-10 finishes. The following year, in his first full-time schedule, he recorded eight top-10 finishes. Unable to continue funding his own team, Martin was forced to auction off his equipment and race for a variety of owners before returning to ASA competition from 1984-1986. He won his fourth ASA championship in 1986. The thrill of NASCAR called again in 1987, and Martin agreed to drive a full Nationwide Series schedule. He earned three victories that season, which piqued the interest of car owner Jack Roush. In 1988, Martin and Roush joined forces, forging a working relationship that lasted 19 years. During his time with Roush, Martin recorded 35 victories and won at all but six tracks on the Sprint Cup circuit. He earned 230 top-five finishes and 361 top-10s, earning a top-10 finish in nearly 50 percent of his starts. He also started from the pole 39 times. Martin finished second in the Sprint Cup Series standings four times with Roush Fenway Racing, missing his first championship in 1990 by a mere 26 points.. While making a name for himself in Cup competition, Martin was setting records in the Nationwide Series. Though he’s completed just one full season of Nationwide competition – 1987 – Martin holds the all-time series records for most wins (48) and most poles (30). In 2006, motorsports media acknowledged his accomplishments by naming him the greatest Nationwide Series driver of all-time. ~ Cutting Back Following the 2006 season, Martin committed only to a part-time Sprint Cup schedule. He was ready to spend more time at home in Daytona Beach, Fla., with his wife Arlene and son Matt. In the two years that followed, Martin competed in 48 Sprint Cup Series races driving the Nos. 01 and 8 Chevrolets. He earned seven top-five finishes and 19 top-10s and also became a mentor for rookie drivers. In 2007, Martin made his first Nationwide start for Hendrick Motorsports, driving the No. 5 Chevrolet led by crew chief Alan Gustafson. Martin further impressed Rick Hendrick by finishing second in that race at Darlington (S.C.) Raceway. Martin went on to earn his first win for Hendrick the following year at Las Vegas Motor Speedway driving the No. 5 JR Motorsports Nationwide entry. ~ Joining Hendrick MotorsportsHendrick’s admiration grew for Martin’s on-track skills as well as his ability to motivate and inspire his crew members. Hendrick decided to pursue the NASCAR veteran, and in July 2008, Martin announced that he would return to full-time Sprint Cup competition to drive the No. 5 Chevrolet for Hendrick Motorsports. Martin did not disappoint in his first season with the powerhouse team and posted one of his career-best seasons with five victories, 14 top-five finishes and 21 top-10s. He also notched a career-best seven pole positions. In his return to full-time racing, Martin challenged for the 2009 Sprint Cup championship. He opened the Chase as the points leader and maintained the top spot during the first three races of the postseason. During the final race of the season, Martin was the only contender with a mathematical shot to reach Hendrick Motorsports teammate Jimmie Johnson, who ultimately scored his fourth straight Cup title. Martin finished the season with several honors and notably was recognized as NASCAR Illustrated’s Person of the Year presented by Old Spice. He also earned the Sporting News’ Dale Earnhardt Tough Driver award. Martin was named to the All American Team selected by the Auto Racing Writers & Broadcasters Association and was nominated for the SPEED Performer of the Year title. Late in the 2009 season, Mark Martin announced that he would return full time to Hendrick Motorsports through the 2011 season to drive the No. 5 GoDaddy.com Chevrolet. ~ Off the Track A healthy lifestyle advocate, Martin spends much of his free time on his extensive physical fitness regimen. He is a licensed pilot, flying to and from racetracks around the country, and a successful businessman. In addition to other interests, he owns a pair of Arkansas automobile dealerships, located in Melbourne and his hometown of Batesville. Labels: 5, Atlanta Motor Speedway, Hendrick Motorsports, Hendrick NASCAR, Hendrickcars.com, JR Motorsports, Mark Martin
 Kelly Bires
Birthdate: August 25, 1984 Hometown: Mauston, Wisconsin Marital Status: Single Height: 5' 6" Weight: 120 lbs. Resides: Kannapolis, N.C. First I want to congratulate Kelly Bires and the Hendrickcars.com Chevrolet team. They finished 7th in Saturday’s Nationwide race in Fontana. The team started in 32nd Place – that is great teamwork!! This weekend in Las Vegas, Hendrickcars.com will again be the primary partner on the #88 car. Kelly Bires became JR Motorsports’ newest talent in September 2009, signing with the company to take over the highly competitive and extremely visible driver’s seat of the No. 88 Chevrolets in 2010. He is the driver that is fully committed to NASCAR. Bires was not necessarily a discovery by team owner Dale Earnhardt Jr., but rather a sought-after up-and-comer that had credentials to boast. He will drive the #88 car in 2010 and 2011. He had already frequented the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series and NASCAR Nationwide Series for two years, the latter of which he scored three top-five and 11 top-10 finishes. Kelly signed with JR Motorsports prior to the end of the 2009 season, and competed in his first race under the JRM banner in the series finale at Homestead-Miami Speedway in the No. 5 Chevrolet. Like the start of many NASCAR drivers, Kelly began karting at Sugar River Raceway in Brodhead, Wisconsin at age 9. Achievements: · 2001 Great Lakes Allison Legacy Series Champion · 2006 ASA Late Model Series Challenge Division Champion Awards: · 2000 Great Lakes Allison Legacy Series Rookie of the Year · 2002 Dells Motor Speedway Rookie of the Year · 2006 ASA Late Model Series Rookie of the Year · Bires ended his promising rookie season with two top-10 finishes. In 2008, Bires continued to run for JTG, earning one top-five and six top-10 finishes. In 2009, Bires was tapped for a part-time schedule, driving select races for Kevin Harvick, Inc., as well as Braun Racing, and CJM Racing. In four competitive starts, Bires earned two top-five and three top-10 finishes. Additionally, Bires made one ARCA start at Talladega in 2009 where he led 35 laps and finished ninth. When not racing, Bires enjoys being outdoors snowmobiling and hunting; I would not expect anything less from a native of Wisconsin. HENDRICKCARS.COM – The No. 88 Chevrolet will feature HendrickCars.com on its hood and quarter panels at Auto Club Speedway this weekend. HendrickCars.com allows consumers to view up to 5,000 cars online from franchised dealerships with manufacturer certified used cars. The website offers up to 60 photos of each vehicle from award winning dealerships, and free CARFAX reports. http://twitter.com/Kellybireshttp://www.shopkellybires.com/Dale Jr. website Nationwide pageNASCAR.com resultsFor all of the Bires supporters, expect him to drive like a man on a mission when the Nationwide Series arrives in Las Vegas next weekend. Good luck! Labels: 88, Hendrickcars.com, JR Motorsports, Kelly Bires, Las Vegas Motor Speedway
Muscular Dystrophy Association Lock-Up
 The family that is Hendrick Chevrolet Cadillac understands 2009 was a very tough year and we are optimistic that 2010 will be better even if only by a little. With a continuing troubled economy and tough job market, we believe our responsibility to help our fellow man is more important than ever, and we invite you to share in our vision to make a difference and help those in need. In the upcoming weeks and months we will be in full swing supporting multiple causes and we hope for your help. March is the Annual Muscular Dystrophy Association Lock-Up where our resident “BIG GUY” will be placed under arrest to bring light to the needs of those with MD. Hendrick Chevrolet Cadillac’s goal is to raise over $3,000 to ‘bail him out’ and support the Southern Piedmont  Chapter of Muscular Dystrophy. Muscular Dystrophy is a group of genetic diseases that typically affect those in early life and the condition currently has no specific treatment or cure. Please help us fund the promising opportunities for advancement in this cause by clicking https://www.joinmda.org/monroenc2010/philmarshall to donate, or call the store directly at 704-289-8444 and ask for Katie. Your entire contribution benefits MDA and is tax deductible. We are also very proud to be a 2010 participant in Union County’s Habitat for Humanity projects. Our local community has been hit hard by the economic downturn and our 1st ANNUAL CAR GIVEAWAY is the perfect opportunity to give back. Not only are the employees of Hendrick Chevrolet Cadillac physically participating in construction activities, we are selling tickets for the chance to win an exciting, new 2010 Chevrolet CAMARO, EQUINOX or COLORADO. A limited number of tickets will be available with the proceeds supporting the  Union County builds and partnership with Habitat International building homes in Haiti with the drawing being held on June 26, 2010. It is our full intention to help Union County’s Habitat for Humanity reach its goals for this year, and we hope that you will partner with us. Tickets to win are available at the dealership or you may call Katie at 704-289-8444 to place an order, and they are priced $25 for an individual ticket or 5 for $100. Many of us already know how wonderful it feels when we reach out and help make a difference in the lives of others, and we hope you will consider making a difference, too. Please join with us to support these important causes.   Labels: Habitat for Humanity, Help Haiti, Hendrick Chevrolet Cadillac, Muscular Dystrophy Association, Win a Camaro, Win a Colorado, Win an Equinox
Congratulations! Mike Yermack Does it Again - Salesman of the year!!
 Congratulations to Mike Yermack for his achievement as our Top Salesman for the Year of 2009! Once again, Mike’s consistent hard work and goal-driven work ethic has put him on top! Mr. Hendrick is big on acknowledging and rewarding people who do a good job. He has a President’s Club program for sales people and this makes 3 years in a row Mike has been one of “Hendrick’s Champions”!! He's been a great employee and has proved himself yet again by taking such great care of his customers and making a lot of great deals in 2009! Let me take a minute to give you a little bit of a background on Mike. He grew up in Miami, Florida and came to Wingate University in 1997. While he was there he met an amazing girl from Union County, fell in love, graduated with a degree in Business/Mathematics and a minor in Finance, and got married. Now he is “stuck” in Union County and loving every bit of it. His wife’s name is Amy Gordon Yermack. She is a math teacher/coach at Monroe High School. “She is one of the most amazing people I have ever met. My wife is a great friend; I love her very much and appreciate everything she does for me. She is one of the main reasons I am who I am today.” Mike has been working at Hendrick Chevrolet Cadillac since September of 2002. While at work he enjoys seeing customers come in for service work or just stop in to say hey, so they can chat a few minutes and catch up. He & Amy are actively involved in their church, Church of the Redeemer. They assist with mission trips and local outreaches. Since their church meets at Sun Valley High School, there is always a lot of set-up that needs to be done & Mike is right there faithfully to assist with each room! He enjoys spending time with friends and family. He like playing cards, board games, Playstation 3, golf, yard work & anything else he can do outdoors. He is a huge NFL fan. “I LOVE football!!!!!!!” Go Dolphins!! He is also a University of Miami Hurricanes fan! Mike and Amy do not have kids yet; so he enjoys spending time with his 14 year old nephew, his wife’s cousins’ children and their friends’ children. Mike wishes to thank all of his customers during the 2009 year who have allowed him to assist in their vehicle purchases! He has met some great people through this job (both customers and employees) and is very thankful for meeting them all! His customers continually return and ask for him by name! I would ask that when the time comes for you to purchase your next new or pre-owned vehicle you consider Hendrick Chevrolet Cadillac. I truly believe we have more to offer you than any place around - service before, during, and after the sale from people who genuinely care about our customers. Stop by today and see how Mike can help you. With his experience and detail to customer satisfaction you're sure to go home happy in your new vehicle purchased from him! We'll see you soon.
Raffle for Habitat for Humanity to win a 2010 Camaro, Equinox or Colorado
HENDRICK CHEVROLET CADILLAC AND UNION COUNTY HABITAT FOR HUMANITY ANNOUNCES ITS 1ST ANNUAL CAR RAFFLE BENEFITING HOMES FOR HAITI AND UNION COUNTY
Monroe, North Carolina – Hendrick Chevrolet Cadillac and Union County Habitat for Humanity are giving back globally and locally! We are raising money to build Homes for Haiti after the devastating 7.0 earthquake on Tuesday, January 12, 2010. Haiti is the poorest county in the Western Hemisphere, with every four out of five people living in poverty and more than half in abject poverty. The earthquake Tuesday, January 12, 2010 was the worst earthquake in that region in over 200 years, with over 200,000 feared dead, and that number is expected to rise.
“This is a great opportunity for us to make a difference globally and in our community” said Phil Marshall, General Manager of Hendrick Chevrolet Cadillac.
Proceeds from the raffle will go DIRECTLY to Build Habitat Homes for Haiti and to build one Habitat home in Marshville. The raffle will commence on Thursday, January 28, 2010 at Hendrick Chevrolet Cadillac and conclude June 26, 2010, 3 p.m. at Hendrick Chevrolet Cadillac. Ticket prices are $25 per ticket or 5 for $100. Tickets can be purchased at Hendrick Chevrolet Cadillac, Union County Habitat for Humanity at 2520 W. Roosevelt Blvd. or by visiting http://www.unionhabitat.org/
Contacts:
Julie Perkins
704-296-9414
OR
Phil Marshall 704-289-8444
Labels: Camaro, Colorado, Equinox, Habitat for Humanity, Help Haiti, Raffle
Out With the Old - In With the New...Happy New Year!!
Chevrolet: Update, Changes, etc. for the 2010 Model LineAVALANCHE: The stereo gets a USB port, and 4x4 models get a single-speed transfer case; last year's low-range transfer case is now an extra-cost option. AVEO: Horsepower is up from 106 to 108, the manual transmission gets higher 4th and 5th gear ratios for better fuel economy, and 2LT models get a standard trunk spoiler. Also new: Wintergreen Metallic paint. CAMARO: Chevrolet re-introduced its classic sports car for 2010, with a strong emphasis on bang-for-buck: The base-model Camaro offers a 300 horsepower direct-fuel-injected 3.6 liter V6, while the Camaro SS comes with a Corvette-sourced 6.2 liter 426 horsepower V8. COBALT: The sedan version of the hot-rod Cobalt SS is being discontinued after just one year of production. The SS Coupe lives on, and now gets a sunroof and performance computer as standard. LT models have a new MY LINK package that includes a stereo with USB input jack, Bluetooth, cruise control, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shifter, OnStar and 16" alloy wheels. COLORADO: Side-curtain airbags are now standard, and the optional 5.3 liter V8 gets variable valve timing. CORVETTE: All Corvettes get standard side airbags, revised interior console trim, and optional cross-flag embroidery on the seats. 'Vettes with manual transmissions get launch control and convertibles get a Z06-style trunk spoiler. Z06 buyers can now choose any color in the standard Corvette palette, including Torch Red, which returns for 2010. The new Grand Sport edition replaces the Z51 handling package on the base-model (LS3) Corvette. The Grand Sport combines the 430 hp LS3 engine with specific wheels, tires, suspension tuning, wider fenders, and Z06-size brakes with functional brake cooling ducts. Manual transmission Grand Sports get unique gearing while automatics get a specific rear axle ratio, changes which boost 0-60 times by 0.2 seconds compared to the standard LS3. EQUNOX: The Equinox is all new for 2010, with an emphasis on sharp styling, a quieter ride, and better fuel economy. Power choices consist of a 2.4 liter direct fuel injected four-cylinder engine or an optional 3.0 liter V6, also with direct injection, and Chevy claims that both engines will run up to 500 miles between fill-ups. Features carried over from the old Equinox include a rear seat that slides 8 inches fore-and-aft, allowing owners to maximize rear-seat legroom or cargo space. HHR: Early reports that the turbocharged HHR SS would get the axe for 2010 were, I am happy to say, wrong; the SS will be back for 2010. The HHR gets a few new paint colors and a new rear-view camera, but is otherwise unchanged. IMPALA: The V8-powered Impala SS has been discontinued, leaving the 2.5 and 2.9 liter V6s as the sole engine choices. MALIBU: The four-cylinder engine is now E85 flex-fuel capable, and mid-level LT models get the LTZ's six-speed automatic transmission as standard. SILVERADO: All V8s (including the Silverado Hybrid) are now flex-fuel capable, and the 4.8 and 5.3 liter engines get variable valve timing. The 5.3 also gets a six-speed automatic and a revised rear axle ratio. All 1500 models get standard electronic stability control, seat-mounted side airbags, and side-curtain airbags. All stereos get a USB port and the backup camera is available on more models. SUBURBAN: The 6-liter V8 is now flex-fuel capable. 4x4 models get a single-speed transfer case; a low-range transfer case is now an extra-cost option. Stereos gain a USB input port, and option packages have been revised. TAHOE: The 5.3 liter V8 is now flex-fuel capable; other changes are similar to the SUBURBAN. TRAILBLAZER: Discontinued. TRAVERSE: Premium stereos get a USB input jack. Cadillac: Update, Changes, etc. for the 2010 Model LineCTS SEDAN: A 3-liter direct-injection V6 replaces the indirect-injected 3.6 as the base engine; output is 270 hp and 223 lb-ft, and the engine runs on regular fuel. The 304 hp 3.6 liter direct-injected V6 will continue to be offered as an option. New features include a cabin air filtration system, suede-covered steering wheel and shifter, and optional 19" polished aluminum wheels. CTS SPORT WAGON: Cadillac has announced a station wagon version of the CTS for 2010. Though slightly shorter than the CTS sedan, the CTS Sport Wagon offers 25 feet of cargo space, accessible through a power-operated liftgate. Like the CTS sedan, the CTS Sport Wagon offers several powertrain choices: 3.0 and 3.6 liter direct-injection V6s offering 270 and 304 hp respectively; rear- or all-wheel-drive; and three levels of suspension, ranging from cushy to sporty. CTS-V SEDAN: The 556 hp terror returns for 2010, now with an optional wood trim interior package. DTS: Aside from a couple of new paint colors, the DTS is unchanged for 2010. ESCALADE: The 6.2 liter V8 now gets an Active Fuel Management system that can shut down four cylinders for increased fuel economy. New side thorax airbags and a revised inner door design provide improved side-impact protection. The clock from the Platinum Edition is now standard in all models, the parking brake release has been revised, and a new battery saver shuts off power when the battery runs low from extended accessory use. The Escalade Hybrid gets flex-fuel (E85) capability and a taller rear-axle ratio for better fuel economy. SRX: Cadillac's small crossover has been redesigned for 2010. Power comes from a 3.0 liter direct-injection 3-liter V6 producing 265 horsepower, and the new SRX features a Haldex all-wheel-drive system that can transfer up to 100% of the power to the front or rear and an electronic limited-slip rear differential that can deliver up to 85% of rear axle power to one wheel, which Cadillac says improves both traction and handling. STS: The STS gets two new paint colors, but no other changes. STS-V: Sadly, the 469 hp supercharged hot-rod STS has been discontinued. XLR/XLR-V: Cadillac's hardtop-convertible Corvette clone has been discontinued for 2010. Labels: 2010 Cadillac SRX, 2010 Changes, 2010 chevrolet equinox, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Happy New Year, Hendrick Chevrolet Cadillac
Sugar Plum Bake-Off benefits Hometown Heroes
 Sweet Deal for YouMark your calendars for December 23, 2009 for the Hometown Heroes Annual Bake Sale. This is the 18th annual event and it will be held at Hendrick Chevrolet Cadillac in Monroe. You may know it at the Sugar Plum Cook-Off. In addition, the Mighty 1190 WIXE radio will be on-location during the event. To participate in the cook-off, bring your entry(s) to Hendrick Chevrolet Cadillac in Monroe on Monday, December 22 or before 9:00 AM on Tuesday, December 23, 2009. Those entering the Sugar Plum Cook-Off will be entered a cash prize drawing for each item entered into the Cook Off. The judging will begin around 10:00 AM and the auction will begin after the judging is complete. The grand prize winner receives a really nice PLASMA BIG-SCREEN TV from Queen City TV & Appliance and $100 IN CASH! Plus, there will prizes for the top 10 runners-up. This is your chance to get homemade baked goods to make sure your holiday gatherings are sweet. The sweet auction begins after winners are announced. More importantly, the proceeds from your purchase go to support the efforts of Hometown Heroes. 
About Hometown Heroes
Hometown Heroes is a local non-profit with a mission to help children who suffer from terminal illnesses or debilitating injuries as a result of a tragic accident. Ask any volunteer and they will tell you: “It’s all about the kids…” Here’s a short overview of the services provided by Hometown Heroes:
- Services vary contingent upon need; however, every child hero has a dedicated sponsor to ensure their needs are met.
- Medical and household financial assistance, where needed.
- Hospital and home visits to offer moral support.
- Medical equipment such as wheel chairs, as prescribed.
- Whatever it takes to make life a little easier during difficult times.
Labels: Hendrick Chevrolet Cadillac, Hometown Heroes, Sugar Plum Cook Off
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Get Ready for some EXCITEMENT!
About Mark Martin
