DaimlerChrysler Offers Affinity Credit Cards

SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Nov. 20 -- DaimlerChrysler Services North America LLC, the financial services arm of DaimlerChrysler AG, launched three co-branded classic and platinum credit cards targeted to current and aspiring Chrysler, Jeep® and Dodge owners. The Rewards cards are co-branded with Visa®, which is accepted at many locations worldwide. The cards also offer an introductory rate as low as 3.9 percent, no annual fee and reward Cardholders with points every time a purchase is charged.

In addition to the five points earned for each dollar spent on purchases charged at participating Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge dealers and the one point for other purchases, Cardholders can now earn three points per dollar at Exxon® and Mobil® service stations across the United States.

Points can be redeemed for certificates, which are used in Chrysler Group dealerships like cash for service, merchandise, quality Mopar parts and a broad range of accessories. Additionally, Cardholders can turn plastic into metal by applying points earned towards the purchase or lease of any new or used Chrysler Group vehicle.

Consumers can apply online by visiting www.chryslercreditcard.com , www.jeepcreditcard.com or www.dodgecreditcard.com or stopping by their local Chrysler Group dealership to pick up an application. Utilizing secure encryption technology, Cardholders can benefit from the convenience of online access. By logging into the Web site, they can quickly view recent account activity, current account balance and the number of accumulated Reward points.

Associated with the launch of the Rewards Visa Card is the chance to win one of three 2002 model year vehicles -- a PT Cruiser, Jeep Liberty or the newly designed Dodge Ram Truck. One of the benefits to cardholders is automatic entry into a national sweepstake for each purchase or cash advance that is posted to the card.

About DaimlerChrysler Services North America LLC

DaimlerChrysler Services North America LLC provides brand specific financing for automotive dealer inventories and retail consumers and does business as Chrysler Financial, Mercedes-Benz Credit and also finances commercial vehicles for affiliate products such as Freightliner, Sterling and Western Star. It serves as the headquarters for the operations in the United States, Canada and Mexico and has over 5,000 employees who manage a portfolio of $82 billion with nearly four million contracts. DaimlerChrysler Services North America is a division of DaimlerChrysler Services AG, located in Berlin, Germany which operates in 38 countries with an employee base of nearly 10,000 and a global portfolio of EUR 127 billion. DaimlerChrysler Services is one of the leading financial services companies worldwide.