Cosworth Technology, Inc. Announces New Aftermarket Group, powerworks

NOVI, Mich., Sept. 24 -- Another chapter in the long and illustrious history of Cosworth Technology, Inc. (CTI) is being written with the formation of its aftermarket product group "powerworks". "Bringing Cosworth Technology's well known and respected knowledge of performance engine development in this rapidly growing market makes a lot of sense," said Jonathan Hurden, Director of US Operations.

powerworks develops performance enhancement products and systems, especially supercharger systems, for vehicle power trains ranging from 4 cylinder 2-liter engines up to large 8 cylinders engines (5+ liters). powerworks' products are better than the competition with more horsepower and simple "plug-and-play" installation. "We have a quality system capable of maximizing horsepower and torque, in a package that any weekend mechanic can easily install in their vehicle," said Rodger Olson, Manager, Aftermarket Products. Olson adds, "Our team is creative, so rather than simply taking off-the-shelf components and integrating them, we design completely new components matched to the specific application. This, in conjunction with our proprietary calibration specifications, is revolutionizing the aftermarket supercharger industry."

Over the next six months, powerworks will launch two new systems. Distributors and end users will see the first system at the 2005 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, NV (November 2-5, 2004) with the introduction of the Focus Force 2.0 liter Zetec supercharger system, which will take the stock engine from 130 hp (manufacturer's rating) to a whopping 220 hp. Early in 2005, and in conjunction with the SEMA Spring Show in Indianapolis, IN, (February 4-5, 2005) powerworks will roll out its first supercharger for the light truck market. powerworks will release two to three new supercharger programs every year.

Cosworth Technology is an independent consultant and major supplier of powertrain and diagnostic engineering services to the global automotive industry. It employs 1,000 people at Cosworth Technology, Inc. in Novi, Michigan, and at Cosworth Technology Ltd in Northampton, Wellingborough and Worcester in the United Kingdom.

CTI is unique in its blend of capabilities, which include powertrain design, development and systems integration, diagnostic engineering services, engine manufacturing and aluminum engine component casting technology, incorporating the patented Cosworth Technology Casting Process.

For more information on Cosworth Technology, visit http://www.cosworth-technology.com/

For more information on powerworks, visit http://www.powerworks.net/