Media Statement: Jeff Burton Joins Richard Childress Racing

For Immediate Release:
 
Media Statement: Jeff Burton Joins Richard Childress Racing


WATKINS GLEN, New York (Aug. 13, 2004) - Richard Childress Racing has announced that Jeff Burton will drive the No. 30 America Online Chevrolet Monte Carlo in NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series competition beginning Aug. 22 at Michigan International Speedway. 

"We would like to welcome Jeff Burton to the Chevrolet family, said Patrick Suhy, NASCAR group manager for GM Racing."We have admired Jeff's talent while competing against him and are excited to have him join Chevy behind the wheel of the No. 30 America Online Monte Carlo. We look forward to his success and his contributions to keep Chevrolet the winningest name in racing."

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Kristyn Sobier
Marketing Communications Manager
GM Racing
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