Federal-Mogul Fel-Pro PermaTorqueMLS Gaskets Sweep NASCAR's 3-Race Weekend Schedule

SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--March 7, 2005--Fel-Pro(R) PermaTorqueMLS(TM) head gaskets from Federal-Mogul Corporation (OTCBB:FDMLQ) enjoyed a recent sweep in NASCAR's racing schedule with wins in the Craftsman Truck, Busch and Nextel Cup series events at California Speedway, Fontana, Calif.

The dominance of the Fel-Pro(R) brand's latest engine sealing innovation could best be seen in the Auto Club 500 Nextel Cup race, with eight of the top 10 finishers - including race winner Greg Biffle - relying on PermaTorqueMLS multi-layer steel head gaskets.

"We expect the popularity of Fel-Pro PermaTorqueMLS gaskets to continue to grow among leading racing engine builders in every form of motorsport," said Fel-Pro Performance Product Manager Ron Rotunno. "The results speak for themselves: Fel-Pro offers the best sealing solution for today's most powerful engines."

Biffle's win in the #16 Ford capped what already had been a highly successful weekend for PermaTorqueMLS technology, with Steve Park and the #62 Jasper Engines and Transmissions Dodge taking the checkered flag in Friday's Craftsman Truck Series race, and Mark Martin (#9 Ford) claiming the Stater Bros. 300 Busch Series event on Saturday. Biffle was joined in Sunday's top 10 by seven other PermaTorqueMLS-sealed entries: the #97 Ford of reigning Nextel Cup Champion Kurt Busch; Jamie McMurray's #42 Dodge; the #99 Ford driven by Carl Edwards; Mark Martin's #6 Ford; Elliott Sadler's #38 Ford; Ryan Newman's #12 Dodge; and Rusty Wallace's #2 Dodge.

A growing number of automotive engines are now factory-equipped with multi-layer steel head gaskets, which are able to provide long-term combustion and fluid sealing in spite of lighter-weight head and block castings and increased operating temperatures. These conditions are increasingly common in late-model automotive applications. As these engines reach prime repair age, engine rebuilders and underhood service technicians are urged to rely on PermaTorqueMLS technology to deliver a complete, durable seal in spite of extreme engine operating temperatures and cylinder pressures and less-than-perfect surface finishes.

"Fel-Pro engineers develop sealing technologies that solve problems not only for NASCAR engine builders, but also for engine professionals in automotive service facilities and machine shops across North America," Rotunno said. "PermaTorqueMLS is the technology of choice for thousands of professionals repairing late-model automotive engines - and that number will continue to grow as MLS-equipped engines enter the repair cycle."

Each PermaTorqueMLS gasket features multiple layers of full-hard stainless steel, precise sealing beads and a proprietary coating that accommodates a wide range of surface finishes. This advanced design also allows for lateral and vertical motion of the cylinder head without compromising sealing performance.

For more information on Fel-Pro PermaTorqueMLS gaskets, contact your Fel-Pro supplier or write to: Fel-Pro Marketing, Federal-Mogul Corp., 26555 Northwestern Highway, Southfield, MI 48034. Product information also is available online at: www.federal-mogul.com/felpro.

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 31 countries. Our products are sold under a variety of power brands, including but not limited to, AE(R) engine products, ANCO(R) wipers, 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) wheel end components, 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.