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Federal-Mogul Supplies Components for Seven of Ward's ''10 Best Engines'' for 2007

SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--Federal-Mogul Corporation (OTCBB:FDMLQ) is proud to supply components or systems for seven of Ward’s “10 Best Engines” for 2007 model year vehicles. Federal-Mogul has designed and manufactured parts for 32 of the 50 engines recognized as the "10 Best" by Ward's in the past five years.

Federal-Mogul provides a wide range of powertrain, sealing system, and other automotive products for the award-winning engines. Powertrain components include: pistons, rings, liners, pins, engine bearings and bushings, valve seats and guides and thrust washers. Sealing products on the high-performing engines include: cylinder head gaskets, intake and exhaust manifold gaskets, oil pan gaskets, cover gaskets and modules, dynamic seals, heat shields and a total engine sealing system. Federal-Mogul’s Champion® spark plug products were also well represented.

Engines that feature Federal-Mogul products are:

  • Audi AG 2L turbocharged DOHC I-4 (Audi A3)
  • BMW AG 3L DOHC I-6 (Z4 3.0si)
  • BMW AG 3L turbocharged DOHC 1-6 (335I)
  • DaimlerChrysler AG 31 DOHC V-6 turbodiesel (Mercedes-Benz E320 Buetec/Jeep Grand Cherokee CRD)
  • DaimlerChrysler AG Hemi 5.7L OHV V-8 (Chrysler 300 C)
  • Ford Motor Co. 4.6L SOHC V-8 (Mustang GT/Shelby GT)
  • Ford Motor Co. Duratec 35 3.5L DOHC V-6 (Ford Edge/Lincoln MKX)

“Federal-Mogul congratulates the winners of this year’s Ward’s 10 Best Engines,” said Rainer Jueckstock, senior vice president, Powertrain. “We are extremely proud to have back-to-back years with our products and systems featured on the best engines.” Ramzi Hermiz, senior vice president, Sealing Systems, added, “ These engines are best-in-class and these coveted awards demonstrate Federal-Mogul’s leadership as a global supplier. We salute our customers for demanding this level of quality and for manufacturing the world’s best-performing engines.”

Winners of the 13th Annual Ward's 10 Best Engines Awards were selected by a panel of judges from Ward’s Communications. The awards, presented at a ceremony yesterday in conjunction with the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, are considered the industry benchmark for automotive powertrain excellence.

About Federal-Mogul

Federal-Mogul Corporation is a leading global supplier, serving the world’s foremost original equipment manufacturers of automotive, light commercial, heavy-duty, agricultural, marine, rail, off-road and industrial vehicles, as well as the worldwide aftermarket. The Company’s leading technology and innovation, lean manufacturing expertise, as well as marketing and distribution deliver world-class products, brands and services with quality excellence at a competitive cost. Federal-Mogul is focused on its global profitable growth strategy, creating value and satisfaction for its customers, employees and stakeholders. Federal-Mogul was founded in Detroit in 1899. The Company is headquartered in Southfield, Michigan, and employs 45,000 people in 35 countries. Visit the company’s Web site at www.federal-mogul.com.