Wayne Carini Named Honorary Chairman of the Grand Ascent
 Wayne Carini, popular host of the Velocity HD Channel's 'Chasing Classic Cars' will serve as Honorary Chair for the 2012 Grand Ascent, a revival of the historic Hershey Hill Climb featuring more than 50 vintage race cars June 8 and 9 at the Hotel Hershey, it was announced today by The Elegance at Hershey, the event organizers.
In addition to driving in the Grand Ascent competition, Carini will be taping an episode of 'Chasing Classic Cars' for later airing on the Velocity HD channel that is part of the Discovery Channel, according to race chairman David L. George II, a member of the Elegance at Hershey Board and Grand Ascent Race Director.
'We are extremely pleased and excited about Wayne's active participation in this year's Grand Ascent,' George said. 'In addition to driving his 'Bathtub Porsche' up the hill and taping his show, Wayne will join a host of celebrities in talking spectators for rides up the hill over the lunch hour to raise money for The Elegance at Hershey charities,' George explained.
Carini is no stranger to vintage car buffs across the country and around the world. His show, 'Chasing Classic Cars' is must-see viewing for millions of fans each week as he seeks out and restores some of the most interesting and unique classics available.
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