Fans May Watch Live & Silent Auction Lists As They Grow At www.talladegasuperspeedway.com

Race Fever 2007 organizers are thrilled to announce that racing legend and broadcast celebrity Darrell Waltrip will participate in the annual fundraising event that benefits Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB). Race Fever 2007 will again be held in conjunction with the Aaron's Dream Weekend at Talladega Superspeedway, and is set for Friday, April 27 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the SPEED Channel Dome within the International Motorsports Hall of Fame complex.

Waltrip participated in the 2006 production of the event, encouraging more than 1,600 race fans from 36 states, England and Canada with his famous "Let's Go Racing!" overture as the auction began. When Race Fever 2006 ended, more than $200,000 was raised for AIDB's statewide programs.

"I've cleared my schedule for that part of the evening so I can fully participate in Race Fever 2007. It's a well-organized, high-energy event that through the coordination of AIDB, Talladega Superspeedway and the racing community has gained the commitment of many NASCAR drivers and celebrities for a worthy cause," Waltrip said. "I had a great time last year and am excited about coming back!"

Waltrip will join co-hosts, fellow NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series Champion Ned Jarrett, legendary basketball coach Sonny Smith and auctioneer Phil Barkdoll for the 22nd annual Race Fever dinner and auction.

The list of NASCAR drivers who commit their time to the event each year seems to grow annually, with 28 participating in Race Fever last year. Some, like Bobby Labonte, have said that the AIDB event has become an annual part of their spring Talladega race weekend. Each year, drivers such as Martin Truex Jr., Kurt Busch, Kyle Petty, Joe Nemechek, Sterling Marlin, Dale Jarrett and Jeff Burton participate in Q&A sessions, sign autographs and visit with AIDB students and fans.

"The driver commitment each year is phenomenal," said Talladega Superspeedway Vice President/General Manager Rick Humphrey. "Their participation is critical to the success of the event, because Race Fever allows fans and sponsors to get 'up close and personal' with drivers while positively impacting children and their families experiencing deafness and blindness. It's a great event to be involved in - on any level."

In addition to time commitments, a growing list of unique memorabilia and experiences that will be available in the live and silent auctions can be viewed online by visiting www.talladegasuperspeedway.com and clicking the "Auction Items" listing on the right side of the home page. The lists will be updated periodically in the next several weeks leading up to the event.

Currently, live auction items include:

• Saturday Aaron's 312 Gatorade Victory Lane Experience: The winner of this auction item is admitted into Gatorade Victory Lane to witness the winning team celebrate following the April 28 Aaron's 312 at Talladega Superspeedway.
• Dream Chase for the Cup Weekend: The winner and a guest can call at least two laps of the ARCA RE/MAX Series 250 on air with Thunder 92.7 FM on Friday, Oct.7, 2007. The winner will also receive two tower tickets to the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series 250 on Saturday, Oct. 8, 2007 and two garage* & pit* passes for Friday, Saturday and Sunday for the UAW-Ford 500 event weekend at Talladega Superspeedway. * Garage & pit passes may only be used by individuals age 19 or older.
• Sunday Aaron's 499 Gatorade Victory Lane Experience: The winner of this auction item is admitted into Gatorade Victory Lane to witness the winning team celebrate following the April 29 Aaron's 499 at Talladega Superspeedway.
• Driver Introduction Handshake, April 29 Aaron's 499: Bid to shake the hands of every driver to compete in the Aaron's 499. You will be on the platform when each driver's name is announced prior to the start of the Aaron's 499 to participate* in wishing each driver a good start and phenomenal finish.* Credentials required for pre-race ceremony participation requires individuals to be age 19 or older.
• Driver Introduction Handshake, April 28 Aaron's 312: Bid to shake the hands of every driver set to compete in the Aaron's 312. You will be on the platform when each driver's name is announced prior to the start of the Aaron's 312 to participate* in wishing each driver a good start and phenomenal finish. *Credentials required for pre-race ceremony participation requires individuals to be age 19 or older.
• SIMPSON Helmet autographed by multiple drivers
• Richard Petty No. 43 Hood autographed by Richard, Kyle Petty and more

Currently, silent auction items include:

• Sheet metal (most autographed) from: Tony Stewart, Rick Crawford, Tony Raines, Sterling Marlin, Joe Nemechek, Jeff Green, Kyle Petty, Kenny Wallace, Jeff Gordon, Robby Gordon, J.J. Yeley & Denny Hamlin
• Jeff Gordon stand-up
• Carl Edwards package: Includes diecast car, cap and Men's Health Magazine with Carl on cover, all autographed.
• Brian Vickers "Fueled by Dew" stand-up
• Mountain Dew miniature hood
• Kasey Kahne No. 9 Dodge miniature hood
• M&M Elliott Sadler stand-up
• Kyle Busch Raybestos Rookie of the Year print
• Dale Earnhardt Sr. and Dale Earnhardt Jr. quilt
• Bo Bice autographed CD and picture
• Barber Motorsports Porsche Riding Experience & two 3-day passes for 5th Annual Porsche 250
• Vacation Package for two-night/three-day stay at The Beach Club, Gulf Shores
• One six-day Space Camp/Aviation Challenge program in Huntsville & Family Pack of four
• Miller Lite Racing miniature hood
• Kurt Busch stand-up
• Vacation Package for a one-night stay at Harrah's Cherokee Casino & Dinner for two at Selu Garden Café
• Smokin' Hot poster by Sam Bass
• We're Ready poster by Sam Bass
• Starts of the Show poster by Sam Bass
• Coca-Cola 12-Pack poster by Sam Bass
• For Those About To Rock poster by Sam Bass
• Renaissance Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa, Hoover, Ala. print

Race Fever 2006 sold out two-months prior to the event, so organizers encourage those interested in attending to get their tickets now before it is too late! For 2007 ticket and sponsorship information visit the websites www.racefever.org or www.talladegasuperspeedway.com.

Race Fever to benefit AIDB began in 1986 when former NASCAR Chairman Bill France, Jr. organized the first event. Since then, the fundraiser has grown to raise in excess of $2.2 million for AIDB Foundation. Proceeds from the event benefit many classroom and dormitory needs of deaf and blind children and adults at AIDB.

About Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind
Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind is the nation's most comprehensive education and service program for deaf and blind children and adults. AIDB serves more than 12,500 individuals annually through the Alabama School for the Deaf, Alabama School for the Blind, Helen Keller School, Gentry Technical Facility, Alabama Industries for the Blind and nine regional centers located in Auburn, Birmingham, Dothan, Huntsville, Mobile, Montgomery, Talladega, Tuscaloosa and the Shoals.