Enon, Ohio, April 15, 2011 – For the third year in a row, Speedway is the Highest Ranked Gasoline Brand in the nation according to the prestigious Harris Poll EquiTrend® survey of more than 25,000 consumers. This year’s ranking resulted in Speedway being named the 2011 Harris Poll EquiTrend® Retail Gasoline Brand of the Year.

"Speedway is honored to once again be named the Highest Ranked Gasoline Brand," Tony Kenney, President of Speedway LLC said. "This award truly belongs to the 17,000 Speedway employees throughout our company, who constantly strive to be the very best in the business."

The annual study asks consumers to rank brands in a variety of categories. In addition to being named the 2011 Harris Poll EquiTrend® Retail Gasoline Brand of the Year, Speedway was ranked highest in specific categories such as quality and trust.

In addition to an official presentation of the 2011 Harris Poll EquiTrend® Retail Gasoline Brand of the Year trophy on May 17 at Speedway’s Enon, Ohio headquarters, the company plans an extensive companywide celebration during the coming months to recognize the continuing efforts of Speedway employees at every level. During July, television commercials will air featuring company employees thanking customers for the award.

"Speedway employees work hard every day to earn the trust of our customers," Kenney said. "Being named the Highest Ranked Gasoline Brand for the third year in a row is gratifying to all of us."

Speedway SuperAmerica LLC, the fourth largest company-owned and –operated convenience store chain in the U.S., today announced its official corporate name change to Speedway LLC. The Speedway name is largely recognized by consumers in Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, West Virginia and Kentucky as a premier source for quality fuels and merchandise items.

With the December 1, 2010, sale of 166 SuperAmerica locations, primarily located in Minnesota, the name change reflects the current brand make-up of the company’s approximately 1,350 gasoline/convenience store locations. Tony Kenney, president of Speedway, said, “The name change solidifies our identity within the convenience store industry and leverages the inherent strength of our Speedway brand.”

Speedway’s brand strength has been recognized in 2009 and 2010 by the EquiTrend® Brand Study conducted by Harris Interactive. In both consumer brand awareness studies, Speedway has been the highest ranked retail gasoline brand in the U.S. in terms of overall brand equity.

SALT LAKE CITY (Feb. 9, 2011)—As a result of its 2010 fundraising campaign, Speedway has donated $5.6 million to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals®, a charity that raises funds for 170 children’s hospitals.

This represents a new record in giving for Speedway employees, customers and vendor partners. Additionally, 2010 marks the second consecutive year that Speedway has increased its fundraising contribution by more than $1 million as compared to the previous year.

“Thanks to the generosity of Speedway employees and customers, these funds will help millions of kids by supporting research and training, purchasing equipment, and providing charitable care,” said John Lauck, president and CEO, Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.

“We are committed to making a positive difference in the lives of our customers and the communities in which we operate,” said Tony Kenney, president, Speedway. “This tremendous accomplishment simply could not have happened without the sincere care and enthusiasm our employees have for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Through their efforts, the generosity of our customers is actualized; even when they give in nickels and dimes, it is clear that a little change can make a big difference.”

Speedway raises funds for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals in a variety of ways across its market areas. Speedway has been a committed supporter of Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals since 1991 and has raised more than $39 million for children’s hospitals.

About Children's Miracle Network Hospitals
Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals® raises funds for 170 children’s hospitals across North America, which, in turn, use the money where it’s needed the most. When a donation is given it stays in the community, ensuring that every dollar is helping local kids. Since 1983, Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals has raised more than $4 billion, most of it $1 at a time. These donations have gone to support research and training, purchase equipment, and pay for uncompensated care, all in support of our mission to save and improve the lives of as many children as possible. Learn more at CMNHospitals.org.

About Marathon Oil Corporation
Marathon is an integrated international energy company engaged in exploration and production; oil sands mining; integrated gas; and refining, marketing and transportation operations. Marathon, which is based in Houston, has principal operations in the United States, Angola, Canada, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Indonesia, Ireland, Libya, Norway and the United Kingdom. Marathon is the fourth largest United States-based integrated oil company and the nation's fifth largest refiner.

About Speedway
Speedway LLC (Speedway), headquartered in Enon, Ohio, is the nation’s fourth largest company-owned and -operated convenience store chain with approximately 1,350 stores located in seven states in the Midwest. Speedway is a wholly owned subsidiary of Marathon Oil Corporation (NYSE:MRO). For further information about Speedway, visit the Company’s web site at www.speedway.com.