For the sixth consecutive year, Chevrolet is the official vehicle sponsor of Saturday's Army-Navy Game. During the game, Chevrolet will honor military service men and women, particularly its special forces.
Former General Motors Chairman and CEO Dan Akerson, a U.S. Naval Academy graduate, will join retired U.S. Navy SEAL Master Chief Rick Kaiser, executive director of the National Navy SEAL Museum, to salute the special forces during the presentation of a Chevy Silverado Special Ops Concept vehicle at the game.
The limited production version is expected to go on sale next spring. Chevrolet will donate a portion of the proceeds from each Special Operations Silverado sold to benefit the Navy SEAL Museum.
"The partnership will also help us aid the families of fallen, injured and active duty Navy SEALs through the efforts of our Trident House and scholarship programs," said Kaiser.
Founded in 1985, the museum honors the service and legacy of the U.S. Navy SEALs. Located in Ft. Pierce, Fla., the museum and memorial are recognized as the birthplace of the Navy SEALs. During World War II, thousands of volunteers traveled there to train in covert warfare and underwater demolitions, creating the Navy's first special operations units.
Chevrolet will also host the U.S. Expeditions and Explorations (USX) Mt. Everest Expedition Team and its members before the game. USX, founded by two active-duty U.S. Army graduates of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, N.Y., helps veterans struggling with combat injuries and post-traumatic stress syndrome (PTSD).
In April 2016, Chevrolet will sponsor the USX team as it seeks to put the first active-duty soldiers – and first combat-wounded U.S. veteran – atop the world's tallest peak at Mt. Everest.
"We sincerely appreciate the support of Chevrolet as we take on this bold challenge," said U.S. Army Capt. Matt Hickey, USX co-founder and team member. "Although our goal is big, so are the needs of today's veterans, and our mission and Chevrolet's support inspires others to get involved."
Also, Chevrolet has expanded its military discount program – normally reserved for active-duty, reserves, retired personnel and veterans within a year of discharge – to include all 23 million veterans and their spouses. The discount is available through Jan. 4, 2016. To learn more, visit ChevySalutes.com.