NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE DOES NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCE OF WINNING.
DATES OF PROMOTION: The Toyota “2010 Chicago Auto Show Prius” Giveaway (the “Sweepstakes”) begins at 7:00 p.m. Central Time (“ECT”) on January 19, 2010 and ends at 11:59 p.m. CT on February 18, 2010 (the “Sweepstakes Period”). Sweepstakes Period is subject to the entry periods and drawing dates outlined in the “ENTRY PERIODS” section below.
The Sweepstakes is open only to legal residents of the states of Illinois (residing only in the counties of Cook, Dupage, Grundy, Kane, Kankakee, Kendall, Lake (IL), LaSalle, McHenry and Will) and Indiana (residing only in the counties of Jasper, La Porte, Lake (IN), Newton and Porter), who are eighteen (18) years of age or older at the time of entry (the “Entrant”). If selected as a Semi-Finalist, such Entrant must be willing and able to participate in the grand prize Event (the “Event”), held on February 21, 2010 at the 2010 Chicago Auto Show, located at McCormick Place, 2301 South Martin Luther King Drive, Chicago, IL 60616, for a chance to win the grand prize (the “Grand Prize”). Semi-Finalists will be notified by telephone on each of the drawing dates listed in the ENTRY PERIODS” section of these official rules. Entrants must provide a telephone number in which they can be reached on the respective drawing dates at time of entry. Officers, directors, managers and employees of Chicago Toyota Dealers Association, (the “Sponsor”), Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc., Saatchi & Saatchi North America, Inc., and each of their respective parents subsidiaries, affiliates and related companies, dealers, advertising and promotion agencies, consultants and agents, as well as the immediate family (spouse, parents, siblings and children) and household members of each such person and any others engaged in the development, production, execution or distribution of this Sweepstakes, including the National Sweepstakes Company (the “Independent Administrator”), are not eligible to participate. Sweepstakes is subject to all federal, state and local laws and regulations. Sweepstakes is void outside the counties of Cook, Dupage, Grundy, Kane, Kankakee, Kendall, Lake (IL), LaSalle, McHenry and Will located in the state of Illinois and the counties of Jasper, La Porte, Lake (IN), Newton and Porter located in the state of Indiana and wherever else restricted or prohibited by law. Persons who have previously won a contest, sweepstakes or promotion of any kind sponsored or otherwise associated with Sponsors or Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc within the thirty (30) calendar days immediately preceding the start of this Sweepstakes are ineligible to participate or win a prize.
ENTRY PERIODS: There will be five (5) weekly entry periods (each an “Entry Period”) held during the Sweepstakes Period, each associated with a drawing date. For each drawing, two (2) semi-finalists (each, a “Semi-Finalist”) will be selected to participate in the Event as further defined in the “WINNING/NOTIFICATION” section of these official rules. The five (5) Entry Periods and drawing dates are:
First
Second
Third
Forth
Fifth
Entry Period
1/19/10 through 1/21/10
1/22/10 through 1/28/10
1/29/10 through 2/4/10
2/5/10 through 2/11/10
2/12/10 through 2/18/10
Drawing Data
1/22/10
1/29/10
2/5/10
2/12/10
2/19/10
Non-Winning eligible entries from previous drawings will carry over to the next Entry Period and will be considered eligible for subsequent drawings. The maximum total number of entries that may be obtained in the Sweepstakes is one hundred and twenty five (125) as further defined in the “TO ENTER” section below.
TO ENTER: There are two (2) ways to earn entries into the Sweepstakes:
Online Entry Form: The total number of entries that may be obtained via the Online Entry Form during the Sweepstakes Period is one (1) per person. Visit www.facebook.com/chicagolandtoyotadealers during any of the Entry Periods held in the Sweepstakes and click the “Enter Now” button in order to be directed to the official online entry form (the “Entry Form”). Then, complete the Entry Form in its entirety including your first name, last name, home address, city, state, zip code, email address, telephone number (including area code) and date of birth. Then, become a fan of the “Toyota at the 2010 Chicago Auto Show” page (the “Fan Page”) by clicking “Become a Fan”. Entrants must be a member of Facebook in order to become a fan of the Fan Page and enter the Sweepstakes. If you are not an existing member of Facebook upon clicking “Become a Fan”, you will be prompted to join and may do so by following the online instructions, subject to Facebook terms and conditions. Upon clicking “Enter Now and Tell Your Friends” you will receive one (1) entry into the drawing associated with the Entry Period in which you have submitted the Entry. Such entry will also be eligible for any drawing held the reafter during the Sweepstakes Period. For example: An Entrant who completes the Entry Form between January 19, 2010 and January 21, 2010 will earn one (1) entry into the January 22, 2010 drawing. Providing the Entrant is not selected as a Semi-Finalist, such non-winning entry will also be eligible for the four (4) remaining drawings.
Additional Entries via New Friend Invitation: After first completing the Entry Form, Entrants may obtain additional entries into the Sweepstakes by inviting new friends (the “New Friend”) to the Fan Page. To earn additional entries into the Sweepstakes, login to your Facebook Profile and click the “Applications” tab. Then, select “Prius Giveaway” and when prompted select New Friends (defined as any person who is eighteen (18) years of age or older who you have not previously invited in this Sweepstakes) via your Facebook Friend List or by manually typing your friend’s email address in the field provided. Then click the “Send Sweepstakes Invitation” button. Entrants will receive one (1) additional entry into the drawing associated with the Entry Period in which each New Friend was invited. Such additional entries will also be eligible for any drawing held thereafter during the Sweepstakes Period. For example: An Entrant who invites two (2) New Friends between January 22, 2010 and January 28, 2010 will receive two (2) additional entries into the January 29, 2010 drawing. Providing the Entrant is not selected as a Semi-Finalist such non-winning additional entries will also be eligible for the three (3) remaining drawings.
The total number of additional entries that may be obtained in the First Entry Period is twelve (12). The total number of additional entries that may be obtained in the Second, Third, Fourth and Fifth Entry Periods is twenty eight (28) each. Therefore, the total number of additional entries that may be obtained during the entire Sweepstakes is one hundred and twenty four (124)
BE SURE TO OBTAIN THE CONSENT OF YOUR NEW FRIEND BEFORE YOU INVITE THEM IN THE SWEEPSTAKES Entrants may not invite the same New Friend more than one (1) time during the Sweepstakes Period. Additional entries via New Friend Invitation will NOT be provided if Sponsor determines, in their sole discretion, that; (a) a New Friend’s email address or Facebook Profile is not valid; (b) the New Friends email address or Facebook Profile was not provided in accordance with these official Sweepstakes rules; or (c) the New Friends email address is included on the commercial email opt-out list maintained by Sponsor in accordance with US law
Any attempt by an Entrant to obtain more than the stated number of entries by using multiple/different identities, and/or any other methods will void that Entrant’s entry and that Entrant may be disqualified from the Sweepstakes. In the event of a dispute regarding the identity of the person submitting an entry, the entry will be deemed submitted by the person in whose name the e-mail account (provided via the official online entry form) is registered. The authorized account holder is the natural person who is assigned to the e-mail address by an Internet access provider, on-line service provider, or other organization that is responsible for assigning e-mail addresses, or the domain associated with the submitted e-mail address. Potential Semi-Finalists may be required to show proof of being the authorized account holder. No mechanically or programmatically reproduced entries are permitted. Sponsor will not verify receipt of entries for Entrants. All entries submitted become the sole property of Sponsor and will not be returned. Sponsor is not responsible for lost, late, misdirected, illegible, or damaged entries. Although you must enter the Sweepstakes through the Toyota 2010 Chicago Auto Show Prius Giveaway application on the Facebook Platform, this Sweepstakes is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Facebook.
WINNING/NOTIFICATION:
Semi-Finalist Selection: There will be five (5) random drawings held on or about January 22, 2010 (for Entry Period 1); January 29, 2010 (for Entry Period 2); February 5, 2010 (for Entry Period 3); February 12, 2010 (for Entry Period 4); and February 19, 2010 (for Entry Period 5). For each drawing, two (2) Semi-Finalists will be selected from among all eligible entries received during the respective Entry Period and any non-winning entries received from previous Entry Periods. A total of ten (10) Semi-Finalists will be selected in the Sweepstakes, and each, will receive a Semi-Finalist prize (the “Semi-Finalist Prize”) and will also have the opportunity to win the Grand Prize as further defined in the “PRIZES/PRIZE CONDITIONS” section below. Odds of being selected as a Semi-Finalist in first Entry Period will depend upon the total number of eligible entries received in the first Entry Period. Odds of being selected as a Semi-Finalist in the second Entry Period will depend upon the total number of non-winning eligible entries received in the first Entry Period and the total number of eligible entries received in the second Entry Period. Odds of being selected as a Semi-Finalist in the third Entry Period will depend upon the total number of non-winning eligible entries received in the first and second Entry Period and the total number of eligible entries received in the third Entry Period. Odds of being selected as a Semi-Finalist in the fourth Entry Period will depend upon the total number of non-winning eligible entries received in the first, second and third Entry Periods and the total number of eligible entries received in the fourth Entry Period. Odds of being selected as a Semi-Finalist in the fifth Entry Period will depend upon the total number of non-winning eligible entries received in the first, second, third and fourth Entry Periods and the total number of eligible entries received in the fifth Entry Period. Each of the random drawings will be conducted under the supervision of the Independent Administrator whose decisions are based upon their sole discretion and interpretation of these official rules and are final and binding in all respects.
Semi-Finalist Notification: POTENTIAL SEMI-FINALISTS WILL BE NOTIFIED BY A SPONSOR REPRESENTATIVE VIA TELEPHONE BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 9:00 A.M. CT and 5:00 P.M. CT ON EACH DRAWING DATE, SUBJECT TO VERIFICATION (the “Semi-Finalist Notification”). Potential Semi-Finalist Notifications will not be left on answering machines. In the event the Sponsor Representative cannot reach a potential Semi-Finalist via the Semi-Finalist Notification, or if it is determined by Sponsor, in their sole discretion, that the potential Semi-Finalist is not eligible in accordance with these official rules, an alternate Semi-Finalist will be selected at random from amongst all remaining eligible entries received during the respective Entry Periods and will be notified as outlined above, until all ten (10) Semi-Finalists are verified. In order to be eligible to participate in the Event, all Semi-Finalists must be available to be present at the Event held on February 21, 2010 at the 2010 Chicago Auto Show located at McCormick Place, 2301 South Martin Luther King Drive, Chicago, IL 60616, as further outlined in the “GRAND PRIZE EVENT” section below. Upon verification via Semi-Finalist Notification, each Semi-Finalist will receive (via e-mail) a “Semi-Finalist Release Form”. Each Semi-Finalist must complete and sign (in front of a notary) and bring their completed Semi-Finalist Release Form to the Event in order to participate.
Grand Prize Event: After receiving their Semi-Finalist Prize, each of the ten (10) Semi-Finalists will participate at the Toyota Display found at the Event at approximately 2:00 p.m. CT for a chance to win the Grand Prize. At the Event, and in the presence of a Sponsor Representative, each Semi-Finalist will select one (1) envelope from amongst ten (10) envelopes posted on the prize board. Of the ten (10) envelopes available for selection, one (1) envelope will be the prize-winning envelope. Semi-Finalists will select their envelope in the order in which the Sponsor Representative randomly selects the Semi-Finalists name.
Odds of Selection of the Semi-Finalist’s Name
After each of the ten (10) Semi-Finalists have selected their envelope from the prize board, each Semi-Finalist will then open their envelope all at one time at the signal of the Sponsor Representative. The Semi-Finalist whose envelope contains a picture of a car (the “Prize Winning Envelope”) will be the winner of the Grand Prize, subject to verification and in accordance with the GRAND PRIZE CLAIM section of these official rules outlined below. Any Semi-Finalist whose envelope does not contain a picture of a car will not be a prize winner, and no alternate prize will be awarded. Odds of winning the Grand Prize are 1:10.
In the event all ten (10) Semi-Finalists do not arrive and participate at the Event, Sponsor will provide the number of envelopes equivalent to the number of participating Semi-Finalists on the prize board. In such case, one (1) of the equivalent number of envelopes posted on the prize board will be a Prize Winning Envelope and the Event will commence as outlined above. If for any reason, including without limitation, a duplication of the Prize Winning Envelope or other error occurs during the Event, Sponsor reserves the right to select one (1) Grand Prize winner at random from amongst the names of all participating Semi-Finalists.
PRIZES:
Semi-Finalist Prizes: Ten (10) Semi-Finalist Prizes will be awarded consisting of a pair (two) tickets to the 2010 Chicago Auto Show, on February 21, 2010, having a total approximate retail value (the “ARV”) of $22.00 each. The total ARV of all Semi-Finalist Prizes to be awarded in the Sweepstakes is: $220. Semi-Finalist prizes will be sent to each Semi-Finalist via overnight delivery immediately following Semi-Finalist Notification, subject to verification.
Grand Prize: One (1) Grand Prize of 2010 Toyota Prius automobile will be awarded. The manufacturer suggested retail price (the “MSRP”) of the Grand Prize is $23,350 (vehicle color, options and accessories to be determined at the sole discretion of the Sponsor). Grand Prize winner must have and provide a valid US Driver’s License and provide proof of existing Car Insurance Coverage (Comprehensive or Liability) at time of delivery. Grand Prize winner is required to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations, including but not limited to licensing and insurance requirements. The Grand Prize is taxable as income and all taxes associated with the Grand Prize (including but not limit to income taxes) are the sole responsibility of the Grand Prize winner. Grand Prize winner will be solely responsible for any applicable registration, license, title and insurance fees, and any other expenses not listed herein related to receipt, possession, acceptance and use of the Grand Prize.
No prize substitution or cash redemption of prizes, except at Sponsor’s sole discretion. Sponsor reserves the right to substitute any prize with a prize of comparable or greater value. Prizes are not transferable prior to award. Any difference between the stated MSRP of the Grand Prize and the actual value of the Grand Prize will not be awarded. Throughout the Sweepstakes Period, Prizes shall be limited to one (1) per person/household. No more than the number of prizes set forth in these official Sweepstakes rules will be awarded. All prizes will be awarded.
GRAND PRIZE CLAIMS: Except where prohibited, potential Grand Prize winner must sign and return to the Independent Administrator, within seven (7) days of receipt, an affidavit of eligibility/release of liability/publicity release (the “Release”) and IRS Form W-9 in order to claim prize. If the potential Grand Prize Winner fails to sign and return the Release or IRS Form W-9 within the required time period, the potential Grand Prize winner forfeits his/her right to the Grand Prize an alternate Grand Prize winner will be selected at random from amongst all remaining non-winning eligible Semi-Finalists who participated in the Event. Grand Prize winner consents to use of his/her name, likeness, biographical information, and voice in advertising worldwide without additional compensation. The Grand Prize is taxable as income and Grand Prize winner is solely responsible for any taxes on the Grand Prize, including, but not limited to all applicable federal, state and local taxes. Potential Grand Prize Winner must report income to the Internal Revenue Service. In the event it is deemed during the verification process that potential Grand Prize Winner does not have a unique, personal and valid social security number for Sponsor to report the tax liability associated with acceptance of the prize, potential Grand Prize Winner will be disqualified and another winner selected as outlined above. Valid social security numbers will be determined by IRS requirements.
GENERAL CONDITIONS: Should any portion of the Sweepstakes be, in Sponsor’s sole discretion, compromised by virus, worms, bugs, non-authorized human intervention or other causes which, in the sole discretion of the Sponsor, corrupt or impair the administration, security, fairness or proper play, or submission of entries, Sponsor reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the Sweepstakes and conduct the Sweepstakes in a manner which in its sole discretion is fair, appropriate and consistent with these official rules. Notice of such action by Sponsor will be posted on www.facebook.com/chicagolandtoyotadealers (the “Website”). In such event, Sponsor reserves the right to award the Grand Prize at random from among the eligible entries received up to the time of the impairment. Sponsor reserves the right in their sole discretion to disqualify any individual it finds to be tampering with the entry process or the operation of the Sweepstakes or to be acting in violation of these official rules or in an unsportsmanlike or disruptive manner. Sponsor reserves the right to disqualify or reject any incomplete, inaccurate or false entry. ANY ATTEMPT BY ANY PERSON TO DELIBERATELY UNDERMINE THE LEGITIMATE OPERATION OF THE SWEEPSTAKES IS A VIOLATION OF CRIMINAL AND CIVIL LAW, AND, SHOULD SUCH AN ATTEMPT BE MADE, SPONSOR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO SEEK DAMAGES FROM ANY SUCH PERSON TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW. SPONSOR'S FAILURE TO ENFORCE ANY TERM OF THESE OFFICIAL RULES SHALL NOT CONSTITUTE A WAIVER OF THESE PROVISIONS.
RELEASE: By participating in this Sweepstakes, Entrants agree to release and hold harmless Sponsor, Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc., Saatchi & Saatchi North America, Inc, and each of their respective officers, directors, managers, employees, parents, subsidiaries, affiliates, agents, members, shareholders, insurers, servants, divisions, predecessors, successors, representatives, dealers, distributors, advertising, promotion, and fulfillment agencies, including the Independent Administrator, consultants and legal advisors (collectively, the “Released Parties”) from and against any claim or cause of action arising out of participation in the Sweepstakes or receipt, redemption or use of any prize.
LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY: The Released Parties are not responsible for: (i); unauthorized human intervention in any part of the entry process or the Sweepstakes; (ii) electronic or human error which may occur in the administration of the Sweepstakes or the processing of entries; (iii) any injury or damage to persons or property, which may be caused, directly or indirectly, in whole or in part, from Entrant's participation in the Sweepstakes, including the Event; (iv) any printing or typographical errors in any Sweepstakes-related materials; (v) stolen, lost, late, misdirected, corrupted, incomplete, or indecipherable entries; or (vi) technical failures of any kind, including but not limited to the malfunctioning of any computer, mobile device, cable, network, hardware or software.
ENTRANTS PERSONAL INFORMATION: Information collected from Entrants is subject to Sponsor’s privacy policies, located at www.toyota.com/help/privacy.html
WINNER’S LIST: For the name of the Grand Prize Winner, please submit a self-addressed, stamped envelope by March 31, 2010 to “2010 Chicago Auto Show Prius Giveaway”, PO Box 10505, Rochester, NY 14610.
RULES: A copy of these official rules may be obtained at any participating Toyota Dealership or at www.thuzi.com/priusgiveawayrules during the Sweepstakes Period.
SPONSOR: Chicago Region Toyota Dealer Association, 2350 Sequoia Drive, Aurora, IL 60506. This Sweepstakes is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Facebook. This offer shall not be published without the written permission of the Sponsor.