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Intimidator 305, only the second Giga-coaster ever built in North America, will be the tallest and fastest roller coaster of its type on the East Coast. The lift hill will stand a towering 305 feet at its highest peak; descend 300 feet at an 85 degree-angle and thunder along the track at speeds in excess of 90 miles per hour during its three minute race to the finish. The trains, fashioned after Dale Earnhardt’s signature black car, will roar through six airtime humps plus three high-speed turns and the experience will have guests screaming for another lap around the track.

“Intimidator 305 will break records as the single largest capital investment in the history Kings Dominion,” said Pat Jones, Kings Dominion’s vice president and general manager. “The numbers speak for themselves, at a cost of $25 million, a lift hill and first drop close to the height of the park’s landmark Eiffel Tower; you’ll have to see it to believe it.” Intimidator 305 will be located in the park’s Congo section and becomes Kings Dominion’s 15th World-class roller coaster.

Dale Earnhardt, Inc. will partner with Cedar Fair Entertainment Company, owners of Kings Dominion, to bring the massive coaster to life. “We’re excited to see this new roller coaster celebrate the speed and intensity of the legendary career of Dale Earnhardt,” said Jeff Steiner, executive vice president and general manager of Dale Earnhardt, Inc. “there are millions of fans that still honor their racing hero and this is a very real way for them to connect with the spirit and passion of the Intimidator™.”

Guests will have the opportunity to see the ride being built from the ground up during the remainder of the park’s 2009 season, as well as follow its progress by watching the online webcam, set up to overlook the entire work site. Those who cannot wait until 2010 may take a virtual ride on Intimidator 305, access exclusive updates, features, virtual renderings, ride statistics, and more at www.intimidator305.com.

Intamin AG of Wollerau, Switzerland, a recognized industry leader in roller coaster development, designed Intimidator 305. The ride is scheduled to open in the spring of 2010.

Kings Dominion is owned and operated by Cedar Fair Entertainment Company, a publicly traded partnership that is listed for trading on The New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “FUN.” In addition to Kings Dominion, Cedar Fair owns and operates ten other amusement parks, six waterparks, one indoor waterpark resort, and five hotels. Cedar Fair also operates the Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park in Gilroy, Calif. under a management contract.

- Dale Earnhardt Inc./Kings Dominion, Press Release

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Richmond, VA (June 2, 2009)—

Andretti was in town to promote the upcoming SunTrust Indy Challenge IndyCar Series race at Richmond International Raceway “under the lights” on Saturday night, June 27th. The SunTrust Indy Challenge is the marquee event of a two-day open-wheel racing weekend June 26-27 at America’s Premier Short Track, one of Andretti’s favorite stops on the IndyCar Series circuit.

“I’ve taken to this track quite well,” Andretti said Tuesday. “I really enjoy it. It’s a real driver’s track.”

During preliminaries Tuesday afternoon, Andretti battled track president Doug Fritz and a promotional winner who earned the chance to race Andretti on the dynamic road course at Kings Dominion. In the main event, Andretti raced against several fans who were also treated to autographs and a chance to meet the young IndyCar Series star.

Additionally, IndyCar simulators were available for fans to test their skills in an open-wheel car video game, and the Richmond International Raceway Official Pace Car was on display at the park all day.

Andretti is in his fourth year in the IndyCar Series. In his three starts at Richmond International Raceway, Marco has finished 4th, 12th and 9th. The 22-year-old made his debut in 2006 with Andretti Green Racing. After finishing second in the Indianapolis 500 that year, he became one of the more recognizable names in the series. He recorded his first win in 2006 at Infineon Raceway.

Andretti and the rest of the IndyCar Series will return to Richmond International Raceway in just a couple weeks, battling on the shortest track the series visits in an open-wheel thriller “under the lights.”

Andretti, Danica Patrick, Indianapolis 500 champion Helio Castroneves, defending series champion Scott Dixon, Tony Kanaan, Dario Franchitti and the rest of the IndyCar Series drivers will reach speeds of 180 mph at America’s Premier Short Track. Tickets for the SunTrust Indy Challenge IndyCar Series race are $35 (reserved) and $30 (general admission). Children 12 and under are admitted free with a ticketed adult in general admission sections. Saturday’s ticket also includes a seat for the James River Grounds 100 USAC Silver Crown Series race. For tickets and information, visit www.rir.com or call 866-455-RACE (7223).

The weekend begins on Friday, June 26 with NBC12 Pole Qualifying for the IndyCar Series and the USAC Sprint Car Series Rotondo Weirich Showdown “under the lights.” Friday’s tickets are $15 and include an autograph session with all of the IndyCar Series drivers. Tickets can be purchased by visiting www.rir.com or calling 866-455-RACE (7223).

- Richmond International Speedway, Press Release

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Andretti, the son of open-wheel great Michael Andretti and grandson of racing legend Mario Andretti, will take to the track of the Dodgem Bumper Cars at Kings Dominion to “race” with ticket holders at Kings Dominion. Marco will also sign autographs for fans in attendance. Additionally, IndyCar simulators will be available for fans to test their skills in an open-wheel car video game, and the Richmond International Raceway Official Pace Car will be on display all day.

Fans who wish to have the opportunity to compete with Andretti must have a ticket to Kings Dominion for park admission. Winners will be chosen from registration entries at the Richmond International Raceway display, located next to the Dodgem Bumper Cars. Additional information about Kings Dominion is available at www.kingsdominion.com. The bumper car event will take place at 12:30 p.m. and Andretti will sign autographs beginning at 1:30 p.m.

Andretti is in his fourth year in the IndyCar Series and is currently 10th in driver points. In his three starts at Richmond International Raceway, Marco has finished 4th, 12th and 9th. The 22-year-old made his debut in 2006 with Andretti Green Racing. After finishing second in the Indianapolis 500 that year, he became one of the more recognizable names in the series. He recorded his first win in 2006 at Infineon Raceway.

Andretti is visiting the area to promote the SunTrust Indy Challenge IndyCar Series race on Saturday, June 27. The same cars and drivers that raced at the Indianapolis 500 will take to the shortest track the series visits for an open-wheel thriller “under the lights.” Andretti, Danica Patrick, Indianapolis 500 champion Helio Castroneves, defending series champion Scott Dixon, Tony Kanaan, Dario Franchitti and the rest of the IndyCar Series drivers will reach speeds of 180 mph at America’s Premier Short Track. Tickets for the SunTrust Indy Challenge IndyCar Series race are $35 (reserved) and $30 (general admission). Children 12 and under are admitted free with a ticketed adult in general admission sections. Saturday’s ticket also includes a seat for the James River Grounds 100 USAC Silver Crown Series race. For tickets and information, visit www.rir.com or call 866-455-RACE (7223).

The weekend begins on Friday, June 26 with NBC12 Pole Qualifying for the IndyCar Series and the USAC Sprint Car Series Rotondo Weirich Showdown “under the lights.” Friday’s tickets are $15 and include an autograph session with all of the IndyCar Series drivers. Tickets can be purchased by visiting www.rir.com or calling 866-455-RACE (7223).

- Richmond International Raceway, Press Release