NASA RALLY SPORT ANNOUNCE SPEC RALLY FOCUS PROGRAM

KNOXVILLE, TN (July 10, 2006) - NASA Rally Sport, the stage rally sanctioning 
arm of the National Auto Sport Association (NASA), is pleased to announce the 
introduction of a new spec racing class featuring the Ford Focus. The class 
is called Spec Rally Focus and allows 2000-2006 model Ford Focus cars prepared 
for competition with parts and contingency payouts from Ford Racing 
Performance Parts, and other suppliers. Other announced suppliers include DMS North 
America for suspension, Racetech for seats and harnesses, Hankook for the spec 
tire, and Team Dynamics for the spec wheels.

"We're thrilled to introduce the only spec class in U.S. Rallying. The class 
will allow rally competitors to build competitive, fun, and affordable cars to 
race," said John K. Shirley with NASA Rally Sport. "The Focus is the best 
starting point for a spec competition car and with the rules we have in place."

"We are excited to support the Spec Rally Focus Series as an extension of our 
support to the NASA road racing Spec Focus series," added Andy Slankard with 
Ford. "The Ford Focus has a great history in Rally highlighting the 
outstanding dynamics and overall 'fun to drive' aspect of the car. Outfitted with Ford 
Racing Performance Parts the car becomes an excellent platform for entry level 
Rally racing."

Rules for the class are available online at http://rallyspecfocus.com.

CONTACT:

Wilson von Kessler
(423) 265-2020
wilson@nasarallysport.com