Continental Technologies Help Improve Safety, Comfort

            --Customers Gain Peace of Mind With Advanced Systems--

    PONTIAC, Mich., July 16 Continental, a leader in advanced
technology safety systems is making major advancements with automakers to
integrate advanced technology systems to improve total vehicle control.
    "We strongly believe the systems integration of our existing technologies
with those in development phases will lead to the reinvention of chassis
systems that will bring new levels of safety and driver control," said Philip
Headley, chief engineer, Continental Teves, N.A.
    Continental can design chassis controls that will provide consumers a new
level of safety and control, while helping automakers fulfill their product
promises.  Continental is the only supplier in the automotive industry
offering a dynamic combination of tire, brake and suspension systems -- the
three primary elements impacting overall chassis performance on a vehicle.
    "Our company is widely recognized as an industry leader in producing high-
tech safety devices for today's cars," said Headley.  "We believe that
electronics integration of the total chassis -- the smart chassis -- will make
chassis systems do for vehicle safety what has never been done before."
    "Continental is creating integrated transportation solutions for the
future," said Stephan Kessel, chairman, Continental AG.  "The company links
drivers with the road to provide a safer, more comfortable ride.
    Our excellence in design, engineering and manufacturing processes ensure a
quality product and peace of mind for customers."
    This ongoing pursuit of engineering excellence takes shape via a product
development process that includes a thorough design analysis to ensure
manufacturing feasibility, world-class quality, simplicity and excellent value
for customers.  The process enables Continental's 4,400 scientists, engineers
and technicians to break new ground in technological innovations.
    The result is improved quality, reliability, durability and customer
satisfaction, as well as lower development costs.  The process also helps
accelerate product development cycles by using proven and cost-effective parts
across multiple assemblies and systems.  By using these common "core
components," flexible product families can be established quickly and
effectively.
    "Continental's overall philosophy for safety systems is to offer customers
choices, with various levels of complexity and one high standard of safety,"
said William Kozyra, president, Continental Teves, N.A.
    Several projects and products demonstrate this leadership and commitment,
including Global Chassis Control, anti-lock brakes (ABS), the Electronic
Stability Program (ESP), the Intelligent Tire, Brake Assist, the ContiContact
Tire, and electronic air spring suspension.  These technologies, along with
others, have combined to create the ultimate in braking safety -- the 30-Meter
Car -- which reduces stopping distance for a compact car to 98 feet and help
increase traffic safety.
    Continental Teves, headquartered in Frankfurt/Main Germany, is a unit of
Continental AG, Hanover, Germany.  With 2000 sales of $9.3 billion (US),
Continental is a world leader in the design, development and supply of
critical brake and chassis systems that contribute to driving safety and
comfort.  Continental Teves' North American component is headquartered in
Auburn Hills, MI.  For additional information visit these websites:
http://www.conti-online.com and http://www.drivesaferamerica.org