National Press Release

WASHINGTON, Dec. 1 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Engine of Democracy, a coalition of organizations representing more than six million jobs related to the American automotive industry, today launched its call-to-action website, www.TheEngineOfDemocracy.com. The site provides facts about the U.S. auto industry and the December 5 advocacy event on Capitol Hill, and provides interactive tools to give Americans the ability to weigh in on the debate over the industry's future. With minimal publicity, more than 1000 people visited the "under construction" website in the two days before today's official launch, demonstrating widespread support for the U.S. auto industry and interest in auto bridge loans.

The website was built by companies and individual citizens impacted by the future of America's car companies. It contains information about the U.S. auto industry, including facts about vehicle product awards, examples of fuel economy leadership and state-by-state details on the industry's economic impact. The site includes postings from citizens who are traveling to Washington on December 5 to meet with Congress to show support for the federal loans program, and provides a forum for Americans to express their opinions on the site by sharing stories, photos and videos. Finally, it enables visitors to communicate directly with their elected officials and the media to show their support.

"Millions of people depend on the automotive industry," said Carl Galeana, an automobile dealer in several states and a coalition organizer. "We want to keep them informed, help them tell their stories and make sure their voices are heard as part of the national debate on the future of this vital sector."

Automotive employees, retirees, car owners, auto supplier employees, dealership employees, mayors, state legislators and interested citizens are encouraged to visit www.TheEngineOfDemocracy.com and add their stories about America's car industry and its impact on their lives. The site includes features to allow visitors to email and text message information to friends and colleagues, and provides updates on the Washington advocacy event through the Twitter address, "EngineDemocracy." It will document the journey through a video and photos that will be posted on YouTube and Flickr.

The Engine of Democracy coalition includes automotive supplier and dealership employees, affiliated organizations and individual men and women who are concerned about the future of the domestic auto industry and what it means for America's economy and security. We are self-funded and receive no funds from Chrysler, Ford or General Motors.

SOURCE Engine of Democracy Coalition