Wheels, Inc. Named Finalist for 2006 American Business Awards

DES PLAINES, Ill., May 25, 2006 -- Wheels, Inc., a leader in the multi-billion-dollar fleet-leasing industry, today announced that it has been named finalist in the category of Best Overall Business for the 2006 American Business Awards. Known as the "Stevies" (TM), the prestigious awards recognize outstanding performance in the workplace nationwide.

"We are extremely pleased to be honored as a finalist for the Stevies," said Jim Frank, Wheels President and CEO. "This national recognition of Wheels is a tribute to our entire organization."

Called "the business world's version of the Oscars" by the New York Post, the American Business Awards are the first national, all-encompassing business awards program honoring top workplace performances. The 2006 award winners will be announced at a ceremony on Monday, June 12 at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York.

About Wheels, Inc.

Wheels, Inc. ( http://www.wheels.com/ ), which pioneered the concept of auto leasing in 1939, provides a full range of specialized services to help corporations manage their vehicle fleets. Wheels has 550 employees and manages more than 240,000 vehicles. Its holding company, Frank Consolidated Enterprises, currently ranks as one of the largest private companies in North America, with nearly $2 billion in annual sales. For additional information, please contact info@wheels.com .