Cummins Power Generation Leader Named to Head RV Industry Association

FRIDLEY, Minn.--March 2, 2005--Richard A. Coon, who has led Cummins Power Generation's recreational vehicle sales efforts for more than 15 years, has been named President-elect of the Recreational Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA).

Coon will leave Cummins and join RVIA on June 1, 2005, in preparation for assuming the president's position Jan. 3, 20050, 2006, following the retirement of longtime RVIA President David J. Humphreys.

Coon, who has three decades of experience in the RV industry, has been an RVIA board member since 2000 and currently is first vice-chairman of the trade organization. Coon joined Onan in 1974 and worked in various management roles before assuming his current position of Director - RV Business for Cummins Power Generation in 1989. In this role, Coon has responsibility for all aspects of the worldwide business.

Cummins Power Generation manufactures and markets RV power generation products under the industry-leading Onan brand. The Onan RV product line - produced in Fridley -- is part of Cummins Power Generation Consumer Business, which has reported record sales and profits each of the last three years.

Onan is the top-selling brand of gensets and related products for the RV market, with a full line of generators and power electronics for motorized RV and trailer units. Onan has long been the choice of RV owners for its excellent products, extensive service network and responsive customer support.

"Cummins Power Generation is a leader in the RV industry through its successful Onan line of products and Richard Coon has been instrumental in leading that growth over the years," said Cummins Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Tim Solso. "We are excited for Richard and look forward to working with him as he and the RVIA continue their work to grow the RV industry in the United States."

"Richard has a clear vision and understanding of the industry and the RV owner," added Tom Linebarger, President - Power Generation Business. "He has been key in helping our company develop product and service strategies to meet the needs of the customer. For example, Coon was the catalyst behind Cummins Power Generation offering RV owners the only nationwide bumper-to-bumper chassis warranty service network, known in the industry as the Coach Care Service. Since its inception in 2002, the network has grown to 29 service centers in 20 states, including the first of its kind located at an RV dealership. Fortunately, Richard has built a very strong team within our organization to continue to build on our success in the future."

Cummins Power Generation, which employs approximately 1,500 employees in its Fridley headquarters facility and approximately 4,250 employees worldwide, is a business unit of Columbus, Ind.-based Cummins Inc. and is a leading producer of power solutions for a range of markets worldwide. In 2004, Cummins Power Generation reported sales of $1.88 billion.

About Cummins Power Generation

Cummins Power Generation, a subsidiary of Cummins Inc., is a leader in increasing the availability and reliability of electric power around the world. With more than 80 years' experience, our global distributor network delivers innovative solutions for any power need - commercial, industrial, recreational, emergency and residential. Products include alternators, generator-drive engines and temporary or permanent pre-integrated power systems. Services include system design, project management, financing, and operation and maintenance contracts for turnkey power plants. More information can be found at www.cumminspower.com. For more information on Onan brand products, go to www.onan.com.

About Cummins Inc.

Cummins Inc., a global power leader, is a corporation of complementary business units that design, manufacture, distribute and service engines and related technologies, including fuel systems, controls, air handling, filtration, emission solutions and electrical power generation systems. Headquartered in Columbus, Indiana, (USA) Cummins serves customers in more than 160 countries through its network of 550 distributor facilities and more than 5,000 dealer locations. Cummins reported sales of $8.4 billion in 2004. Press releases can be found on the Web at www.cummins.com.