GM and DCX Approve Use of New Protein-Based Interior Surface Material From Canadian General - Tower

CAMBRIDGE, Ontario, Oct. 14, 2005 -- Canadian General - Tower Ltd. (CGT), North America's leading supplier of automotive interior cover stocks, today announced that its latest protein-based product has been approved for use at DaimlerChrysler. This latest achievement expands upon a ground breaking market introduction, launched with General Motors 14 months ago.

With these "construction approvals" product planners at General Motors and DaimlerChrysler can select CGT protein-based formulations from their menu of approved interior materials. The decision allows use of the innovative material on areas beyond the seats, such as interior door trim, steering wheel covers and shift knobs -- anywhere the consumer will touch inside the vehicle.

Protein-enhanced formulations from CGT are the most leather-like synthetic products available to auto designers and material engineers. The technology provides the most desirable characteristics through the synthesis of organic and plastic materials to deliver a dry, smooth feel, moisture absorption and release properties, excellent cleanabilty, increased utilization and superior durability.

The material also provides ultra-low-gloss capability, a requirement to produce a look of elegance and luxury. With a growing number of drivers seeking premium interiors in their vehicles, CGT's protein-based products provide an interior trim selection that is cost-effective, easy to work with, and contributes to increased interior appearance harmony.

Several GM vehicles, including the Chevrolet Impala and Monte Carlo, Buick LaCrosse, Lucerne and Terraza, Cadillac DTS, Saturn Relay, Montana SV6, and GMC Uplander, currently use CGT Protein Enhanced products in seating applications. With this latest announcement, expect vehicles to begin sprouting protein-based material all over the interior.

Canadian General - Tower Limited, a provider of innovative polymer products, designs, and technical solutions is headquartered in Cambridge, Ontario, Canada. They are North America's leading supplier of polymeric cover stocks for soft interior trim, with content on an estimated 80 percent of vehicles produced in the region. In addition to its automotive portfolio, the company manufactures flexible plastic film for use in pool liners, roofing and containment membranes, and stationary binders. CGT produces approximately 100 million meters of flexible film per year.