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Michigan International Speedway Partners with LifeLock to Present the LifeLock 400 NASCAR Sprint Car Series Race
BROOKLYN, Mich. (March 17, 2008) – Michigan International Speedway has announced a partnership with LifeLock®, the industry leader in identity theft prevention to present the LifeLock 400, NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race at MIS on Sunday, June 15. The Father's Day race will kick off the track's 40th season of racing.
LifeLock is partnering with MIS to shed light on the fastest growing crime in America, identity theft. The Federal Trade Commission recently reported that the number of reported cases of identity theft increased 16% from 2006 to 2007.
"Since our sponsorship of the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race at the end of last season, we have been looking for another opportunity to bring our prevention message to the fans, teams and corporate sponsors of NASCAR," said Todd Davis, LifeLock CEO and Founder. "The Fathers Day event at Michigan International Speedway is one of the most meaningful stops of the year for teams, the largest annual sporting event in the state and the perfect place for LifeLock to get reconnected with the sport."
Located in a secure facility in Tempe, Arizona, LifeLock enables "locks" by setting and automatically renewing fraud alerts with the major credit bureaus, removing member names junk mail lists and guaranteeing the service with a $1 million service guarantee. Recently, LifeLock has added an additional service to all clients – free of charge – called WalletLock™. WalletLock works to cancel and replace all documents and personal identifying information inside a wallet if it is lost or stolen.
"We're thrilled to partner with a proactive, respected company like LifeLock to host the LifeLock 400," MIS President Roger Curtis said. "The race fans at Michigan International Speedway are true extensions of this facility; they’re not just consumers – they make MIS what it is. LifeLock understands the importance of a patron and the constant commitment you must have to them."
Since beginning operations in April of 2005, LifeLock has held minor sponsorship deals in NASCAR with Rusty Wallace Incorporated, McClure Motorsports and BAM Racing. In September 2007, LifeLock made its first foray into NASCAR event sponsorship by presenting the LifeLock 400 at Kansas Speedway.
The company also currently serves as a sponsor in the Indy Racing League with Rubicon Racing, the IRL Pro Series with Sam Schmidt Motorsports and with Playboy Racing in the Grand American Rolex Sports Car Series and the Grand-Am Cup Series.
Tickets to the LifeLock 400 are on sale by calling the speedway's Ticket Hotline at 800-354-1010 or logging onto MISpeedway.com. Other events during the June 13-15 weekend include the ARCA RE/MAX Series 200-mile race on June 13 and the Cool City Customs 200 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race on June 14. The season concludes Aug. 15-17 for the CARFAX 250 NASCAR Nationwide Series event and the 3M Performance 400 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race.
LifeLock® (www.lifelock.com) helps consumers to render their personal information useless to thieves, backing up its service with a one million-dollar service guarantee. Famous for its CEO giving out his Social Security Number in advertising and national press, the company is experiencing astounding growth. Located in a secure facility in Tempe, Arizona, LifeLock is a private company backed by Goldman Sachs, Kleiner Perkins Caufield and Byers, as well as Bessemer Venture Partners. Winner of the 2007 American Business Award for the Best Radio Advertising Campaign, LifeLock was a finalist for 10 other ABA awards, including Best New Company and Best New Product/Service. Recently the company was named recipient of the Red Herring 100 Global Award as one of the Top 100 start-up's in the world.
About Michigan International Speedway
Michigan International Speedway is a wholly-owned subsidiary of International Speedway Corporation (ISC), a leading promoter of motorsports activities in the United States, currently promoting more than 100 events at 12 major motorsports facilities annually. To purchase tickets to events at MIS, or for more information, log on to MISpeedway.com or call the MIS ticket hotline at 1-800-354-1010
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LifeLock® to Sponsor NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Race at Chicagoland Speedway
The industry leader in identity theft protection, LifeLock has partnered with Chicagoland Speedway in a continued effort to help educate people on the fastest growing crime of in America, identity theft. The Federal Trade Commission recently reported that the number of reported cases of identity theft increased 16% from 2006 to 2007. "We are thrilled to be sponsoring the very first Saturday night NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race at Chicagoland Speedway," said LifeLock CEO Todd Davis. "As the industry leader in protecting identities, we have become accustomed to breaking new ground, much like Chicagoland Speedway with this event. We have enjoyed our increased association with NASCAR and its passionate fans." Matthew Alexander, president of Chicagoland Speedway, is equally excited about the new LifeLock® partnership. "Having the opportunity to kick off our first season of racing under the lights with an innovative company like LifeLock is something we are excited about," said Alexander. "In only a short period of time, LifeLock has already built its strong reputation on servicing the specific needs of its clients with highly advanced products. The dedication they provide to their customers complements our efforts brilliantly, as we strive to provide the best possible atmosphere for our fans to enjoy at Chicagoland Speedway every year."
LifeLock Partners With Chicagoland Speedway
Track Packs for Chicagoland Speedway's 2008 season, as well as tickets for Pole Day are now on sale to the general public. Track Packs range in price from $195 to $260 and include admission to five (5) races over two (2) event weekends. General admission tickets to NASCAR Pole Day on Thursday, July 10 are $15 for adults; children age 12 and under are free. Fans can purchase Track Packs and Pole Day tickets at the Chicagoland Speedway Ticket Office; by phone at 888-629-RACE (7223); or online at www.chicagolandspeedway.com.
Chicagoland Speedway and Route 66 Raceway: Chicagoland Speedway and Route 66 Raceway are wholly-owned by International Speedway Corporation (ISC), a leading promoter of motorsports activities. ISC owns and/or operates 13 of the nation’s major motorsports entertainment facilities, including Daytona International Speedway (home of the Daytona 500), as well as owns or has interest in a number of other motorsports-related businesses.
About LifeLock®: Famous for its CEO giving out his Social Security Number in advertising and national press, the company is experiencing strong growth. Located in a secure facility in Tempe, Arizona, LifeLock® (www.lifelock.com) is a private company backed by Goldman Sachs, Kleiner Perkins Caufield and Byers, as well as Bessemer Venture Partners. LifeLock enables "locks" by setting and automatically renewing fraud alerts with the major credit bureaus, removing member names junk mail lists and guaranteeing the service with a $1 million service guarantee. Winner of the 2007 American Business Award for the Best Radio Advertising Campaign, LifeLock was a finalist for 10 other ABA awards, including Best New Company and Best New Product/Service. Recently the company was named recipient of the Red Herring 100 Global Award as one of the Top 100 start-up’s in the world.
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