Cummins Exclusive Diesel Engine Supplier for the Dodge Ram Pickup Truck

    COLUMBUS, Ind.--April 27, 2001--Cummins Inc. today announced that it has been chosen by DaimlerChrysler Corporation to be the exclusive diesel engine supplier for the next-generation Dodge Ram 2500/3500 pickup truck.
    The announcement reflects a long-term commitment by both companies to continue the successful Dodge/Cummins relationship.
    "This commitment extends our long and successful relationship with Cummins through our next generation of Dodge Ram pickup trucks," said Tom Sidlik, Chrysler Group's Executive Vice President for Procurement and Supply. "The Chrysler Group values our relationship with Cummins and expects it to continue in the coming years."
    "We are very pleased about this commitment which further strengthens our 13 year relationship with Dodge", said Larry O. Moore, Cummins Vice President and General Manager- Light Duty Automotive. "The 2003 Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 models will assume the leadership position of their predecessors. Dodge/Cummins means a bullet-proof engine in a bold new Ram truck that will exceed customer expectations for performance, reliability and durability."