NEW YORK, April 2 /PRNewswire/ -- On Tuesday, April 3, 2007, DaimlerChrysler and Nino's Ristorante will host a luncheon for Wesley Autrey, the Harlem resident who risked his life by jumping into the path of an oncoming train to save a stranger who had fallen onto the tracks.
At the lunch, Autrey, who learned earlier this year on the Ellen Show that he would be receiving a vehicle from the Chrysler Group, will be presented with his custom-ordered 2007 Jeep(R) Patriot. Autrey also receives from Chrysler one year of parking in a structure close to his home in Harlem. In addition, Chrysler's SeatCheck program donated two booster seats to help ensure Autrey's four- and six-year-old daughters are properly buckled in when riding in the family's new vehicle. SeatCheck is a national education campaign that includes a free, online child safety seat inspection locator to help parents and caregivers find the closest safety seat inspection locations in their community to have their child's safety seat inspected for proper fit and use.
"We need heroes," said Tom LaSorda, chief executive officer, Chrysler Group. "Wesley's story should be told and re-told because it inspires the best in all of us. The entire Chrysler Group is proud to honor this true American hero."
A two-year auto insurance policy for Autrey's Jeep Patriot is provided by Progressive Insurance.
Autrey's family, politicians, celebrities and media are expected to attend the exclusive luncheon. Nino's restaurant prides itself on first-class service and quality authentic Northern Italian cuisine. It is a premiere New York restaurant and a favorite of celebrities and politicians.
"We are proud to serve New York City," said Nino Selimaj, owner, Nino's. "Wesley is an example to all New Yorkers and we want to recognize and honor him for what he's done for the city and people everywhere."
R.S.V.P.s required to attend.
About the Jeep(R) Patriot
The Jeep(R) brand has been an icon of heroism since its military birth in 1941. Today Jeep produces a full line of fearless, courageous, go-anywhere vehicles. The Patriot is a genuine Jeep vehicle: proud, resourceful, authentic and capable. It comes standard with a 2.4-liter, four-cylinder engine, front- wheel drive, anti-lock brake system and electronic stability program. Four- wheel-drive is optional. The Patriot combines the practicality, adventure, fun and safety that only Jeep can, at a price that won't limit the adventures you take it on.
About Nino's Ristorante
Nino's Ristorante, founded in 1991, is a leading first-class Italian cuisine restaurant with six locations in the Manhattan area. Nino Selimaj, a 29-year veteran of the restaurant business, founded the restaurant. He is widely known for his recent launch of a $1,000 pizza, which was featured on NBC's Today Show. Nino's serves more than 50,000 guests a year. For details, visit www.ninosnyc.com, or call (212) 988-0002.