Honda Motor Company Chooses GenRad To Supply ECM/PCM Reprogramming Tool

    MANCHESTER, United Kingdom--June 18, 2001--GenRad, Inc. today announced that its Diagnostic Solutions business unit was selected to supply electronic control module reprogramming equipment (ECM/PCM) to Honda Motor Company, Ltd., for distribution among Honda and Acura dealers in the US and Canada.
    The ECM/PCM reprogramming devices will allow Honda to enhance software in vehicles that have programming capabilities.
    The GenRad solutions system consists of hardware, embedded system software and PC software that will communicate with the vehicle system. A key feature of the solution is its open architecture, which will provide Honda with the flexibility to customize the software and add future enhancements
    "Selection by this strategic Japanese customer is an important win for us," said Peter Miles, managing director of GenRad's Diagnostic Solutions unit. "We look forward to working closely with Honda and providing them with the hardware and software solutions that will assist them with rapidly changing technologies in their vehicle systems."

    About Honda

    Honda Motor Co., Ltd., World Wide Web address is http://world.honda.com/.

    About GenRad, Inc.

    GenRad Inc. a global leader in electronics testing and production solutions serving the world's leading original equipment and electronics manufacturing services markets. GenRad's customers manufacture a wide range of advanced technology products ranging from computer, telecommunications and broadband networking devices to wireless products and enterprise hardware. With 37 offices in 22 countries, GenRad is comprised of four business units, each providing integrated hardware, software and service solutions.

    --Process Solutions focuses on in-circuit test, x-ray test and
    re-work solutions enhanced by an extensive software solutions
    providing total production line management.

    --Functional Solutions focuses on functional test platforms for
    manufacturers of telecommunications, computers and automotive
    electronics.

    --Diagnostic Solutions focuses on service bay and manufacturing
    solutions for transportation OEMs and independent service
    providers.

    --Support and Services focuses on maintenance programs, on-site
    and remote support, and training to help customers optimise
    their hardware and software solutions.

    Founded in 1915, GenRad employs about 1,300 people with worldwide headquarters in Westford, MA, USA. Listed on the New York Stock Exchange since 1978, GenRad's Web address is www.GenRad.com.