Media Advisory: 1,000 Ford Racing Fans Get First Drive in 2005 Mustang at Kentucky Speedway, October 23

WHAT: More than 1,000 fans will participate in the Ford Racing Innovation Drive, including the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to drive the 300-horsepower 2005 Mustang on the banks of the Kentucky Speedway. Attendees can also test drive the 2005 Ford Five Hundred and the 2005 Freestyle, view Ford Racing vehicles and displays, participate in interactive engineering presentations, and visit a Ford showroom staffed with product experts.

WHEN: Saturday, October 23 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

WHO/WHERE: Ben Poore, Ford Division Car Marketing Manager, will host the Ford Racing Innovation Drive at the Kentucky Speedway in Sparta, Ky.

SUMMARY: The Ford Racing Innovation Drive allows racing fans and Ford owners to experience the new products and technology Ford is introducing for 2005, in some cases before the vehicles arrive at local dealers.

CONSUMER RSVP: The Innovation Drive is free, but space is limited. Consumers are encouraged to reserve their space in advance at 800-647-7268, or online at http://www.fordinnovationdrive.com/racing .

MEDIA RSVP: To schedule an interview with Ben Poore, participate in the drive sessions, or interact with consumers, please contact Monte Doran.

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

PRNewswire -- Oct. 20