National Press Release

Foot Race While Pulling Line of Ten Cars, Vehicle Deadlift Highlight Event

NEW YORK, April 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Four of America's strongest men are meeting at the opening of America's largest auto show to compete in a variety of contests that test pure strength and stamina. American Strongman competitors Gerard "the White Rhino" Benderoth, Ben Lambousis, Skeet Dunn, and Brett Somerville will demonstrate mind blowing strength exhibitions including a foot race while pulling a line of 10 cars!

Two rows of ten (10) brand new cars will be linked together and strapped to the athletes' backs. When the whistle blows, the athletes will race to pull the vehicles to the finish line using only their own body strength and sheer determination.

Also on tap is the "American Strongman Challenge(r)" which pits the athletes against each other to see who can deadlift a 2009 Dodge Challenger SRT-8 the most times in one minute.

Come see who takes the title of America's Strongest Man at America's Largest Auto Show!

    When:       Saturday, April 11, 2009 at 10:00 am

    Where:      New York International Auto Show
                Jacob Javits Convention Center (11th Ave at 36th St.)

    Cost:       Strongman event is free!
                Auto Show tickets available for purchase at www.autoshowNY.com

About the 2009 New York International Auto Show

Ushering in the latest motor trends, the 2009 New York International Auto Show will unveil an expansive collection of cutting-edge design and extraordinary innovation. More than four floors of displays from the world's automakers will feature the newest vehicles and futuristic concept cars. More than 1,000 cars and trucks will be on display. NYIAS is owned and produced by the Greater New York Automobile Dealers Association.

Important Show Dates

    Press Preview           April 8 and 9
    Public Sneak Preview    April 10
    Opening Day             April 11
    Public Show Dates       April 10 - 19

SOURCE New York International Auto Show