January 29, 2003

POUGHKEEPSIE, NY, JANUARY 29-- Thetford / Norcold Dyson Racing is pleased to announce that Chad Block will be joining the team for its assault on the 2003 12 Hours of Sebring. The 24 year-old from York, Pennsylvania will be sharing driving duties in the #20 MG-Lola EX257 with Chris and Rob Dyson.

After nearly winning the 2001 Formula Mazda Championship, Block moved up into the ALMS Le Mans prototype division last year, making his debut with Gunnar Racing at Sebring. Block went on to drive Knighhawk Racing's MG-Lola in seven ALMS events, scoring class victories at Laguna Seca and Miami en route to the team's LMP675 Championship.

"This is quite a big event for me," Block said. "I have known Chris and Rob for some time since we are from the northeast. They were always my favorite team when I started watching sports car racing as a kid. I can't wait. They have made such dramatic leaps with the MG Lola. I'm sure it will be a pleasure to drive, and teammates like James Weaver are going to be a thrill to work with."

Rob Dyson was positive about his new signing. "Chad was impressive last year and he's easy on the equipment, which is vital for a long race like Sebring

Block will join the team for this weekend's two-day test at Sebring.

"Of course I feel a little bit of pressure because Dyson is such a formidable team," Block said. "But with the support of the other drivers and all of the guys on the team I'm sure it will be an awesome experience. They have already shown they can give the LMP900 cars something to worry about, I can't wait to partake in that."