David Champion, Sr. Director Auto Test Department of Consumer Reports to Speak at Motor Press Guild Luncheon

This advisory is an invitation to news organizations to send a reporter and/or crew to cover the appearance of David Champion, head of the Auto Testing Department for Consumer Reports. The magazine has often had a contentious relationship with auto manufacturers who, along with automotive journalists from a variety of Southern California media will be among the listeners at Tuesday's luncheon.

   WHO:     David Champion, Senior Director of Consumer Reports' Auto Test
            facility will focus on the erosion of brand loyalty, rising
            consumer expectations, new technologies, and used-car purchases.
            Plus, he will give a brief behind-the-scenes look at the
            organization's 327-acre test facility and address how Consumer
            Reports had to change they way they determine 'Recommended'
            status for certain vehicles, due to recent changes in crash test
            procedures.

   WHAT:    Motor Press Guild Monthly Meeting.  The MPG is a 20-year old
            automotive journalist and public relations association that
            provides a forum for newsworthy speakers to address issues and
            events relevant to the automotive industry.

            Cost:  $20.00/Members, $25.00/Non-members

   WHEN:    Tuesday, May 3, 2005
            11:30 a.m. -- social/12:00 -- Luncheon

   WHERE:   Proud Bird Restaurant
            1022 Aviation Blvd.
            Los Angeles, CA  90045
            310-670-3093