Fifth Third Bank Announces Partnership with the Chicago Auto Show

CHICAGO--Jan. 4, 2013: Fifth Third Bank (Chicago) today announced a new, exclusive partnership with the Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), producer of the Chicago Auto Show.  The partnership provides that Fifth Third Bank will enjoy:  

1. Grand Benefactor title of First Look for Charity, one of the city's premiere galas,
2. Main distributor of the weekday "half-off" Auto Show discount coupons,
3. Display of the #17 Fifth Third Bank Ford Fusion NASCAR racing car and onsite activation surrounding the bank's auto financing products and services.

"The Chicago Auto Show is an iconic institution that is well known and regarded throughout the world," said Robert A. Sullivan, President & CEO, Fifth Third Bank (Chicago).  "We are delighted to join forces with this wonderful organization and enjoy the opportunity of meeting the tens of thousands of visitors that the show will draw daily."

As the nation's largest, the Chicago Auto Show spans more than one million square feet of contiguous one-floor space, displays multiple world and North American introductions and showcases a complete range of domestic and imported passenger cars, trucks, sport-utility vehicles, minivans and concept cars. In all, nearly 1,000 different vehicles will be on display including hundreds of interactive, aftermarket, accessories and auto-related exhibits, competition vehicles, antique and collector cars.

"We're thrilled to embark on what we hope is the start of a long-term partnership with Fifth Third Bank," said Michael Ettleson, Chicago Auto Show Chairman. "The Chicago Auto Show is constantly striving to bring value to our attendees, and now, show-goers will be able to approach Fifth Third representatives on-site with their financing questions." 

For more information about the Chicago Auto Show, please visit Chicago Auto Show.