Tickets for Grand Prix of Baltimore Presented by SRT to Go on Sale to General Public December 21

BALTIMORE, Dec. 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Race fans planning to attend the third annual Grand Prix of Baltimore presented by SRT will be able to purchase tickets online beginning Friday, Dec. 21, 2012. The 2013 event will feature a wider range of ticket prices and, for the first time, multi-day reserved-seat ticket buyers will have the option of selecting different seats for each race.

Tickets will be available for purchase with all major credit cards at www.grandprixofbaltimore.com. All fans who purchase reserved seats by midnight on Jan. 15, 2013 will receive a free paddock pass, up to a $45 value. Active duty military with valid identification will receive a 10 percent discount on all ticket levels.

Pricing for top tier grandstand seats remains unchanged from last year; however, a third grandstand pricing tier has been added to offer fans the opportunity to purchase reserved seats at a lower price. General admission and junior ticket prices also have been lowered, making the Grand Prix a greater entertainment value for families and newcomers to motorsports. Details on VIP club amenities and pricing will be announced in the near future.

"We're pleased to announce an enhanced ticket structure for 2013 that will appeal to casual fans and hard-core racing enthusiasts alike," said J.P. Grant, manager of Race On, LLC, the event's promoter. "Last summer, we established the Grand Prix of Baltimore presented by SRT as the region's premier motorsports experience. In 2013, we look forward to taking the Grand Prix to yet another level."

A private pre-sale will be available on Dec. 19 and 20 for those who purchased reserved seats for the 2012 Grand Prix of Baltimore presented by SRT. Promoters will hold the seats of 2012 reserved-seat customers until Jan. 4, 2013 to ensure fans who want to retain their seats have an opportunity to do so.*

Following is an overview of ticket pricing for the 2013 event. For complete details, visit www.grandprixofbaltimore.com.

More than 130,000 tickets were sold to the 2012 Grand Prix of Baltimore presented by SRT – also known as "the 100-day miracle" because organizers had less than four months to plan and execute the event. The core operations team responsible for the 2012 Grand Prix of Baltimore presented by SRT, including Andretti Sports Marketing, is returning for the 2013 event.

About the Grand Prix of Baltimore presented by SRT
The third annual Grand Prix of Baltimore presented by SRT will feature the IZOD IndyCar series and the American Le Mans Series presented by Tequila Patron. The Grand Prix's races are held on a 12-turn, two-mile course through downtown Baltimore, adjacent to the famed Inner Harbor. The 2013 Grand Prix of Baltimore presented by SRT will take place Labor Day weekend, Aug. 31 to Sept. 1, 2013.

About SRT
The Chrysler Group's Street and Racing Technology (SRT) brand uses a successful product development formula featuring five proven hallmarks: awe-inspiring powertrains; outstanding ride, handling and capability; benchmark braking; aggressive and functional exteriors and race-inspired and high-performance interiors to remain true to its performance roots. For the latest on all SRT news and vehicles, go to www.driveSRT.com.

The SRT vehicle lineup includes the Chrysler 300 SRT8, Dodge Challenger SRT8 392, Dodge Charger SRT8 and Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8.

Making a highly anticipated return to the high-performance sports car market in late 2012 are the new 2013 SRT Viper and SRT Viper GTS. The SRT flagship performance machines will feature more power and performance, superior craftsmanship, new technologies and creature comforts.

*Please note that Grandstand 11 will not be built in 2013, nor will the top three rows of Grandstands 12-16. Ticket buyers whose 2012 seats were located in these areas are invited to select new seats.

SOURCE Grand Prix of Baltimore