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Race Fans Can "Drive The Mile” This Sunday, May 7
Gilbert Brown behind the wheel of a 1957 Chevy stock car
MILWAUKEE (May 4, 2006) – Auto racing fans who have watched the likes of
Rusty Wallace, Alan Kulwicki, Al and Bobby Unser, A.J. Foyt and countless
other driving heroes from the grandstands at The Milwaukee Mile will get their
chance to “Drive The Mile” this Sunday from 10:00am until 2:00pm.
Individuals can drive their personal vehicle on The Milwaukee Mile, with
proceeds benefiting Hunger Task Force. Work trucks, classic cars,
motorcycles, limousines, passenger cars and even a hearse have been spotted
taking laps in previous “Drive The Mile” events at America’s Legendary
Oval.
Admission for taking "three laps of fame" is two non-perishable food
items AND $15.
Several hundred car club enthusiasts have expressed interest in taking laps in
the early morning hours, then displaying their cars throughout the day in the
paddock area. In addition to the car show, a free-to-participate swap
meet and car corral will fill the pit area, with food and refreshments
available. Music by Dietrich will entertain with his impressive
collection of automobile-related music.
Participants are welcome to bring their camera to have their picture taken in
Victory Lane, or have their photo taken for $5, with proceeds going to Hunger
Task Force.
Drivers must be 18 years of age or older, present a valid driver’s license
AND proof of current vehicle insurance. Each driver must pay $15 to
drive a car three laps. There is no age limit to riding in a vehicle.
The Milwaukee Mile’s Gilbert Brown, former Green Bay Packer and avid auto
enthusiast, will climb behind the wheel of a 1957 Chevrolet race car.
He’ll be participating with the Grand National Vintage Racing group
throughout the day, as well as taking racing hot laps with other racers from
2:00pm until 3:00pm.
For more information, call The Milwaukee Mile at 414-453-5761, or visit
www.milwaukeemile.com.
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