Ford Hybrid Patrol Gives Away Free Gas in Chicago

Ford Hybrid Patrol Gives Away Free Gas in Chicago

WHAT: The Ford Hybrid Patrol and BP, along with The Loop 97.9 FM and Q101 FM are giving away free gas to Chicagoans.

WHEN: Monday, October 24 and Tuesday, October 25.

WHERE: October 24, 11:00 a.m. - BP Station - 1303 Naper RD, Naperville October 24, 2:00 p.m. - BP Station - 245 Randall Rd, South Elgin October 24, 5:00 p.m. - BP Station - 3301 W. Dempster, Skokie

October 25, Time 8:15 a.m. - BP Station - 79th & Pulaski, Chicago October 25, Time 12:00 p.m. - BP Station - 841 W. Irving Park Rd, Chicago October 25, Time 3:00 p.m. - BP Station - 5130 S. Lake Park, Chicago

SUMMARY: Ford is showcasing hybrid innovation with the introduction of its 2006 Mercury Mariner Hybrid, the official vehicle of the Ford Hybrid Patrol. The Patrol is a 10-city nationwide tour educating consumers about hybrid innovation and fuel economy. The Mercury Mariner Hybrid is the industry's first full-hybrid premium SUV.

Contact: Jae Margetson 313-434-6869 (cell) jmargetson@campbellco.com

Marisa Bradley 213-701-7336 (cell) Mbradl31@ford.com

Bill Jamieson 313-203-7171 bjamieson@campbellco.com

Go to http://media.ford.com/ for news releases and high-resolution photographs.

PRNewswire -- Oct. 24

Source: Ford Motor Company

Web site: http://media.ford.com/

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