Federal-Mogul Supplies Components for Seven of Ward's 10 Best Engines for 2005

SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--Jan. 1, 20052, 2005--Federal-Mogul Corporation (OTCBB:FDMLQ) is proud to supply components or sub-systems for seven of Ward's 10 Best Engines for 2005 model year vehicles. Federal-Mogul has designed and manufactured parts for 29 of the 40 engines recognized as the "10 Best" by Ward's in the past four years.

"We would like to congratulate the winners of this year's award," said Dale R. Pilger, senior vice president, global OE sales, marketing and Asia Pacific operations. "As an innovative solutions provider to major engine programs, Federal-Mogul is honored to play a contributing role in the world's best-performing engines."

Federal-Mogul provides a range of components for the award-winning engines - including gaskets, complete sealing packages, bearings, pistons, piston rings and valvetrain components. Engines that feature Federal-Mogul products are:

-- Audi AG FSI 3.2L DOHC V-6 (Audi A6)

-- Audi AG 4.2L DOHC V-8 (Audi S4)

-- DaimlerChrysler AG Hemi Magnum 5.7L OHV V-8 (Chrysler 300C)

-- Ford Motor Co. 4.6L SOHC V-8 (Ford Mustang GT)

-- General Motors Corp. Vortec 4.2L DOHC I-6 (Chevrolet Trailblazer)

-- Honda Motor Co. Acura 3.5L SOHC V-6 (Acura RL)

-- DaimlerChrysler AG Mercedes 3.2L DOHC I-6 Turbodiesel (Mercedes E320 CDI)

Winners of the 11th Annual Ward's 10 Best Engines awards were selected by a panel of judges from Ward's Communications, the leading provider of auto industry news and information. The awards were presented at a ceremony held in conjunction with the North American International Auto Show in Detroit today.

"For more than 100 years automakers have relied on Federal-Mogul's engineering expertise, innovative technology, customer focus and manufacturing skills," said Pilger. "Our 45,000 employees worldwide are proud to contribute to Ward's Ten Best Engines."

About Federal-Mogul

Federal-Mogul is a leading global automotive supplier offering a comprehensive portfolio of quality products, trusted brands and creative solutions. The Company utilizes its engineering and materials expertise, proprietary and innovative technology, manufacturing skill, distribution flexibility and marketing power to create value for its stakeholders. The Company's principal customers include many of the world's foremost original equipment manufacturers of vehicles and industrial products, and aftermarket retailers and wholesalers.

Headquartered in Southfield, Michigan, Federal-Mogul's rich heritage began in Detroit, Michigan in 1899. Today, Federal-Mogul employs more than 45,000 people in 29 countries. Federal-Mogul products are sold under a variety of brands, including AE(R) engine products, Anco(R) wipers, BCA(R) bearings, Champion(R) spark plugs and wipers, Fel-Pro(R) gaskets, Ferodo(R) brake pads, Glyco(R) bearings, Goetze(R) piston rings, Moog(R) chassis products, National(R) oil seals, Nural(R) pistons, Payen(R) gaskets, Sealed Power(R) engine products and Wagner(R) lighting and brake products. For more information on Federal-Mogul, visit the company's Web site at http://www.federal-mogul.com.