GM SPO Trumpet Award Honors Andrew Young

FOR RELEASE: February 5, 2002

GM Service And Parts Operations Applauds Community Spirit At Trumpet Awards

Grand Blanc, Mich.- We've all heard the expression, "giving back to the community," but what does it really mean? At GM Service and Parts Operations (SPO) it means going above the call of duty in the pursuit of excellence.

In recognition of enduring contributions to the community and their passion for improving the quality of life, SPO brands, ACDelco and GM Goodwrench, honored former United Nations Ambassador Andrew Young and "The Study Hall" of Atlanta, Georgia, during the 10th Annual Trumpet Awards. "The Trumpet Awards is a star-studded event which recognizes exceptional achievements of African-American men and women," said Scott Mackie, general manager of ACDelco. " SPO shares the same high standards of quality and excellence the Trumpet Awards represents."

ACDelco recognized Young's dedication to leadership and community service by presenting him the Pinnacle Award. For the past eight years, ACDelco has presented this award to individuals who have excelled in their chosen professions by overcoming obstacles through hard work. Young has spent over 40 years in public service. In 1961, he began work as a top aide to Martin Luther King, Jr. Young was also elected to three terms in the United States Congress and resigned in 1977 to become U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations under President Jimmy Carter. First elected to mayor of Atlanta in 1981, Young was re-elected to a second term in 1985.

"We believe individuals honored at the Trumpet Awards are dedicated to their work and the pursuit of excellence," said Mackie. "Andrew Young exemplifies the expression 'giving back to the community' and is a true champion of domestic and international civil rights."

GM Goodwrench presented the Community Spirit Award to "The Study Hall" of Atlanta, an after-school latchkey program for inner city children. For the past four years, the award has been given to a worthy charitable organization that demonstrates exceptional provisions to assist people with challenging life circumstances. The "Study Hall" organization provides transportation for parents who are unable to transport their children to and from day care programs. As part of the award, GM Goodwrench presented "The Study Hall" with a new Chevrolet Express Van that was delivered by local Atlanta GM dealership, Nalley Chevrolet.

"We are committed to the development of strong families within the communities in which we work and live," said Duane Miller, general director - GM Parts. "The Study Hall's dedication to children and the community demonstrates true community spirit and SPO's vision of going beyond the call of duty." Previous SPO honorees have included the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce for their efforts in encouraging learning through interactive experiences, the Goodwill Homes, a non-profit organization which offer services to enrich the lives of children and senior citizens, and U.S. Congressman John Lewis, an outspoken advocate of civil rights. Jazz vocalist Nancy Wilson and actors Richard Roundtree and James Avery hosted this year's event that will air Saturday, February 23, on the Turner Broadcasting System (TBS) cable television station.

SPO, headquartered in Grand Blanc, Mich., markets automotive replacement parts and accessories worldwide under the GM and ACDelco brand names. For more information, visit the GM Goodwrench Service Plus web site at Goodwrench.com, the ACDElco web site at http://www.acdelco.com, or visit your local GM Dealer. </p