Larger-Than-Life Contests Benefiting Hurricane Relief Efforts Begin at the State Fair of Texas This WeekDallas, TX, Sep 27, 2005 - What would you do with a teasing comb and a can of firm-hold hairspray? Do you have a 20-gallon hat youâve been dying to showcase? These are two of the questions the Dodge brand is challenging Texans with to raise funds for American Red Cross local hurricane relief. Starting this Friday, Sept. 30, state fair attendees in Dallas are invited to express their larger-than-life style as part of the Dodge Mega Livin', Mega Givin' program, a series of six contests celebrating Texans and their "mega" talents.For the first 100 participants in each of the six Dodge Mega Livinâ, Mega Givinâ contests, Chrysler Group will donate $25, up to $15,000 total, to the American Red Cross to benefit hurricane relief efforts. The contests kick-off the Dodge brandâs Mega Livinâ, Mega Givin' celebration at the Dodge Truck display, which introduces Texans to the new 2006 Dodge Ram Mega Cabâ˘. Sporting the largest pickup cab ever, Dodge Ram Mega Cab will be displayed with other super-sized âmega wondersâ such as the largest pair of authentic cowboy boots and a super-sized HEMI-powered tricycle. The weekâs activities culminate with a free benefit concert Friday, Oct. 7 at the Smirnoff Music Center. âThe State Fair of Texas is a natural fit for the Dodge brandâs âlarger than lifeâ celebration -- recognizing Texansâ zest for living life to its fullest and their generosity and eagerness to help others in need,â said Fred Diaz, Director â Dodge Communications, Chrysler Group. âItâs a wonderful opportunity to expose Texans to the new Dodge Ram Mega Cab, a truck fit for people who want to get the most from life.â Texans with âmegaâ talents can enter the six fun contests that will recognize fair attendees who âlive largeâ every day. The contests, to be held at noon and 3:00 p.m. Sept. 30 â Oct. 2, include: ⢠Mega Buckle (biggest belt buckle) - Friday, Sept. 30 at Noon ⢠Mega Height (tallest woman/man contest) - Friday, Sept. 30 at 3:00 p.m. ⢠Mega Hair (biggest hair contest) - Saturday, Oct. 1 at Noon ⢠Mega Foot (largest boot size/foot) - Saturday, Oct. 1 at 3:00 p.m. ⢠Mega Mouth (longest whistle) - Sunday, Oct. 2 at Noon ⢠Mega Lid (biggest hat/head) - Sunday, Oct. 2 at 3:00 p.m. State Fair attendees interested in participating are asked to visit the Dodge Mega Livinâ, Mega Givinâ exhibit located at the Dodge Truck Display in the Truck Zone Plaza to fill out an entry form and review contest rules. A panel of judges will select a winner in each category based on the contest rules. Six winners will be named in honor of the all-new 2006 Dodge Ram Mega Cab, the only pickup truck with a cab large enough to comfortably seat six adults. Winners will walk away with a mega title as well as a Mega Livinâ Gift Package that includes a choice of a getaway to an exclusive hotel or a Mega Livinâ sports experience. For additional information about the Dodge Mega Livinâ, Mega Givinâ contest call 1-877-236-8729 ext. 19. Other Mega Livinâ Events The Dodge Mega Livinâ, Mega Givinâ celebration will continue after the contests as follows: Friday, Oct. 7: Dodge will host a free Mega Livinâ, Mega Givinâ Benefit Concert at Smirnoff Music Center featuring Terri Clark and Charlie Robinson. Donations will be collected on site to aid hurricane relief efforts and one lucky person will win an all-new 2006 Dodge Ram Mega Cab pickup truck. Concert tickets are available at all metro Dallas Dodge dealerships. Saturday, Oct. 8: To celebrate the debut of the all-new 2006 Dodge Ram Mega Cab, there will be a parade after the Texas vs. Okalahoma football game in which Dodge Ram Mega Cabs will caravan away from the Cotton Bowl and take up residence at Dodge dealerships in the all metro Dallas area. Additionally, the super-sized âmega wondersâ will remain at the Dodge Truck Display through Oct. 23. 2006 Dodge Ram Mega Cab Dodge introduces the largest pickup cab ever. The all-new 2006 Dodge Ram Mega Cab features an innovative interior that takes comfort and convenience to a new level in the full-size pickup segment. Its larger-than-life interior space offers seating for six adults, with plenty of head, shoulder, leg and hip room, and the most interior cargo storage and seating configurations available in the full-size pickup truck market. The all-new 2006 Dodge Ram Mega Cab further solidifies the Dodge Ram truck lineupâs long list of leadership claims: fastest, strongest, most powerful, most capable â and now, most spacious and versatile. |