I-Sim Awarded Driving Simulator Contracts for D & L Tractor Trailer School And Boise State University Trucking Program

29 June 1999

    SALT LAKE CITY, June 28 -- I-Sim Corporation, a leading
developer and manufacturer of driving-simulation equipment, today announced it
has sold two TranSim(TM) simulators, one to D & L Tractor Trailer School and
another to the Professional Truck Driving Program of Boise State University.
    The TranSim simulator teaches new and experienced drivers the proper way
to shift a variety of transmissions over a wide range of grades while pulling
an assortment of loads.  In fact, the TranSim allows a trainer to simulate
more than 140 transmissions and over 280 different engines from a variety of
manufacturers.
    In addition, the simulator provides instantaneous miles-per-gallon
feedback to drivers and trainers, helping them improve fuel economy through
better shifting.  Not only can drivers monitor shifting improvement through
the TranSim, but they can determine their corresponding fuel savings.  Such
savings can amount to $40,000 to $100,000 per 100 drivers each year.
    "While the TranSim is not designed to replace on-the-road training, it is
a valuable addition to trucking education," said Reginald Welles, president
and CEO of I-Sim.  "Students can use the TranSim to learn how to correctly
shift, control engine RPMs and increase their fuel-efficiency -- all within
the safety of a driving simulator."
    Practice on the TranSim actually leads to a shorter, safer and less
expensive training process.  The TranSim reduces training time up to 25
percent.  D & L Tractor Trailer School and BSU's Professional Truck Driving
Program both use the TranSim in addition to their classroom and on-the-road
training.
    "The TranSim has definitely enhanced our training process and helped our
drivers feel more comfortable behind the wheel of an 18-wheeler," said Ralph
Dean, program head of the Professional Truck Driving Program of BSU.
"Students who have used the simulator come away much more confident and better
prepared to drive."
    "The TranSim takes the edge off the trucking experience and allows
students to familiarize themselves with the technical shifting process," said
Don Lane, president of D & L Tractor Trailer School.  "I've noticed a dramatic
increase in our drivers' shifting accuracy since we began using the TranSim."
    The D & L Tractor Trailer School of Milford, Connecticut was founded by
Charles "Don" Lane, Jr. in 1973.  The school offers quality, one-on-one
training to individuals wanting to pursue a career in the trucking industry.
Class A and B Commercial Driver's License training is provided to
approximately 300 students each year.
    Founded in 1985, the Professional Truck Driving Program of Boise State
University provides training for the commercial trucking industry to
qualified, entry-level drivers.  Experienced personnel from the trucking field
train between 135 and 140 students each year.  BSU's 15-week program consists
of classroom, yard and driving pad practice; range, highway and city driving;
and an additional six weeks of paid on-the-job training with a participating
company.
    Headquartered in Salt Lake City, I-Sim Corporation is a leading developer
of high-performance wheeled-vehicle simulators for driver training in the law
enforcement, trucking, military, research and emergency-vehicle markets.
I-Sim's simulators provide highly realistic driving experiences without the
risk and expense associated with real-world training.  For more information
about I-Sim and its products, visit the company's Web site at
http://www.i-sim.com or call 1-888-259-ISIM.