Courtesy of nbfm on the Qualcomm thread:
Globalstar USA Connects the Stars At the `Tecate Score Baja 500'
WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 1, 2000--
Sponsors Racing Team of Gable and Darin, Provides Satellite Phones for All Checkpoints Along Off-Road Desert Challenge
Proving they can keep anyone connected virtually anywhere, Globalstar USA is taking its satellite phones off-road providing communications to the Tecate Score Baja 500 in Ensenada, Mexico. Globalstar USA, the exclusive provider of satellite-based mobile communications services in the United States, will provide race organizer Score International with seven satellite phones, one for each checkpoint along the race route.
In addition, Globalstar USA is providing phones for the Trophy Truck division: The "ArtoftheStars.com" truck, driven by John Clark Gable and Dodd Darin (sons of Hollywood legends Clark Gable and Bobby Darin), will have Globalstar USA satellite phones and car kits installed in their race and chase vehicles.
"Globalstar USA satellite phones are the communications devices of choice for off-road events because we know they'll help keep us in touch with what's happening in the cars and on the course," said Sal Fish, chief executive officer and president of Score International. "Under these demanding conditions, over grueling terrain, they provide the most reliable way to stay in touch with race officials at checkpoints throughout the race, as well as with the drivers and their crews."
This year's Tecate Score Baja 500 will take place on June 3rd in Ensenada, Mexico. The 12-hour plus Trophy Truck division starts at approximately 7:30 a.m. More than 200 entries are expected in this year's race.
Globalstar USA Service
Globalstar service is designed to complement cellular service, not replace it. While cellular use is growing in reach every year, 45 percent of the United States is still without comprehensive wireless coverage. It is also estimated that more than 50 percent of the world's population still does not have access to basic phone service. Globalstar can fill in the gaps where cellular does not exist and allows communications access for those individuals regularly outside coverage areas or who travel to places where phone service is not readily available. Globalstar users can experience full roaming capabilities while enjoying the Baja 500 in Ensenada, Mexico. To date, customers can make satellite phone calls in 39 countries outside North America, including Europe, North America and most of South America.
Availability
Individuals and businesses can purchase Globalstar phones and service through Globalstar USA's distributors located throughout the United States. A list of more than 500 dealer locations throughout the U.S. can be found by calling Globalstar USA at 1-877-SATPHONE (877-728-7466), or by visiting Globalstar USA's web site at: www.globalstarusa.com.
About the ArtoftheStars.com Team
John Clark Gable and Dodd Darin, who met in kindergarten and grew up together, will be racing together for the very first time in this year's Baja 500. They will be driving the ArtoftheStars.com car. ArtoftheStars.com is an on-line art gallery specializing in artwork created by celebrities. Gable himself is a ceramic artist and his work is available on the site along with the work of numerous other celebrities. Chief mechanic and builder of the ArtoftheStars.com Trophy Truck is former Baja winner Curt LeDuc of California Pre-Fun. A portion of all ArtoftheStars.com proceeds will be given to charity.
About Globalstar USA
Globalstar USA (GUSA), an indirect Vodafone AirTouch Plc. subsidiary, has exclusive rights to sell Globalstar satellite service in the United States and is responsible for building the satellite gateways, interconnecting with the public phone network, development and management of billing and customer care systems, sales, product distribution and marketing. Globalstar USA is one of many service providers and partners that make up the Globalstar Limited Partnership, the worldwide consortium that built, owns and operates the satellite network. For more information visit Globalstar USA's website at www.globalstarusa.com.
About Vodafone
AirTouch Plc. Vodafone AirTouch Plc. is the world's largest wireless communications firm, based in the United Kingdom. "Vodafone AirTouch" has mobile operations in 24 countries on five continents, with more than 35.5 million proportionate cellular customers.
Parent company Vodafone AirTouch, through its subsidiaries and joint ventures, is the service provider for Globalstar in a total of 15 countries across North America, Europe, Australia, and Africa. Vodafone AirTouch has an approximate eight-percent holding in the Globalstar Limited Partnership. For more information on Vodafone AirTouch Plc., visit www.vodafone-airtouch-plc.com.
CONTACT:
Globalstar USA
Toni Carinci, 925/274-4966 or 925/997-6225 (cell) |
