The Internet Car and Truck of the Year Awards (www.internetcarandtruckoftheyear.com) have become an official part of The Chicago Auto Show (www.ChicagoAutoShow.com), and will make its inaugural presentation during Chicago Auto Show media days Feb. 10-11, 2010.

The Internet Car and Truck of the Year is “Where Internet Pros and Average Joes Pick the Car and Truck of the Year.” At the same time consumers are voting in various categories, a jury of 12 automotive writers will select its top car and truck (including SUVs, pickups and crossovers).

“It’s the first time Internet-savvy consumers will have the opportunity to select their Car and Truck of the Year in one place at a Web site not dominated by manufacturer advertising. It’s only logical that we associate with the Chicago Auto Show, because it is the nation’s largest consumer auto show,” said Keith Griffin, founder of the new juried and consumer competition.

In recognition of the affiliation with the Chicago Auto Show, voting for the consumer awards has been extended to Friday, Dec. 11, at 5 p.m. CT. Consumers can go to www.internetcarandtruckofheyear.com to cast their votes.

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