Here Com' Da Diesels:Federal-Mogul and Siemens VDO Develop Glow Plug With Integrated Piezo-Based Combustion Sensor

SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Dec. 3, 2003 -- Automotive suppliers, Federal-Mogul (BULLETIN BOARD: FDMLQ) and Siemens VDO, announced today that they will jointly develop a combustion sensor that is integrated into the glow plug in diesel engine applications. This innovative sensor will, for the first time, enable the combustion to be monitored directly in the cylinder. Volume production is scheduled to start in 2006. This agreement covers both manufacturing and marketing of the new technology.

The injection system and the engine management play a vital role in reducing vibrations, noise, emission of pollutants and fuel consumption in modern diesel engines. Piezo Common Rail injection, brought on the market for the first time by Siemens VDO, support these targets by providing the option of multiple injection. In order to precisely control the combustion process in diesel engines with multiple injections, Federal-Mogul and Siemens VDO will use a sensor that monitors the pressure curve directly in the cylinder through a sensor located in the glow plug, which facilitates the cold start of diesel engines.

"This is an exciting opportunity for Federal-Mogul to showcase our expertise and innovative technology while working with Siemens VDO, a partner with proven competence in the field of powertrain electronics and sensors," said Mark Sullivan, vice president global ignition at Federal-Mogul.

"Federal-Mogul is a leading supplier of engine components. Our specializations complement one another outstandingly," said Dr. Klaus Egger, board member at Siemens VDO Automotive AG responsible for the powertrain business unit.

About Federal-Mogul

Federal-Mogul is a global supplier of automotive components, sub-systems, modules and systems serving the world's original equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket. The company utilizes its engineering and materials expertise, proprietary technology, manufacturing skill, distribution flexibility and marketing power to deliver products, brands and services of value to its customers. Federal-Mogul is focused on the globalization of its teams, products and processes to bring greater opportunities for its customers and employees, and value to its constituents. Headquartered in Southfield, Michigan, Federal-Mogul was founded in Detroit in 1899 and today employs more than 45,000 people in 24 countries. For more information on Federal-Mogul, visit the company's Web site at http://www.federal-mogul.com/ .

About Siemens VDO

Siemens VDO Automotive is an internationally leading automotive supplier of electronics, electrical systems and mechatronics. As a developmental partner with the automobile industry, the company manufactures a comprehensive spectrum of products relating to the drivetrain, engine management electronics and fuel injection that simultaneously improve engine performance and reduce emissions. Driver comfort is enhanced and driving is made easier with information and car communication systems that include instrumentation, audio and navigation equipment, telematics and multimedia applications, up to entire cockpit designs. Safety is increased by Siemens VDO products for the chassis and body such as airbags, ABS or access control systems. An in-house sales department markets products for retrofitting passenger cars and trucks with a focus on fleet management and audio and navigation systems. For business year 2003 that concluded on September 30, Siemens VDO Automotive posted sales of euro 8.4 billion.