Kumho Tire Offers the 'Suite' Life to Winner of Lakers/Heat NBA VIP Fan Getaway

RANCHO CUCAMONGA, Calif., Jan. 26, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Kumho Tire, one of the leading tire manufacturers in the world and proud sponsor of both the two-time defending champion Los Angeles Lakers and the star-studded Miami Heat, is rolling out the red carpet and awarding the most driven fan with an all expenses paid ultimate fan experience with the launch of its exclusive VIP Fan Getaway.

The winner of the Kumho VIP Fan Getaway, along with three lucky friends, will experience the VIP treatment and be swept away for a three-day, two-night adventure to either the sun-rich, trendy coast of Florida or the laid-back, beach-lined coast of California.  Once there, the winner will receive four exclusive tickets to experience the unstoppable Lakers or Heat in action from a catered luxury suite at the American Airlines Arena in Miami or the Staples Center in Los Angeles.  

With the playoffs right around the corner, the Kumho VIP Fan Getaway winner could witness the LA Lakers drive their way to their third straight NBA Championship or experience the Miami Heat in their quest for an NBA title.  To be a part of this exclusive opportunity, fans can visit www.drivekumho.com or text "Kumho VIP" to the number 77577 through February 28 to enter for a chance to win.  

"Every basketball fan coast to coast would love to be treated to the 'suite' life and win a trip to LA or Miami to watch first-hand the incredibly talented Lakers or Heat," said Rick Brennan, vice president of marketing, Kumho Tire. "The best way for enthusiasts to experience high-performance basketball is to enter the VIP Fan Getaway offered by the best high-performance tire company around."

The VIP Fan Getaway winner will be selected and notified in early March and fly roundtrip for a memorable three-day, two-night hotel stay and receive four elite tickets to watch either a Lakers or Heat regular season game in the comfort of a catered  luxury suite.  The winner and his or her entourage will be treated just like the stars on the court as they experience first-hand one of the hottest NBA teams in the league.

To learn more about the VIP Fan Getaway, visit www.drivekumho.com.

About Kumho

Founded in 1975 and headquartered in Rancho Cucamonga, California, Kumho Tire USA is the U.S. distribution arm of Kumho Tire Co.  In addition to its 830,000 square foot headquarters and central distribution facility in Rancho Cucamonga, the company operates additional distribution facilities in Atlanta and Chicago. More information about the company and its products can be found at www.kumhotireusa.com and on www.facebook.com/kumhotire.

SOURCE Kumho Tire