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Delco Remy International's Tractech, Inc., Signs New Ford Business

5 March 1999

Delco Remy International's Tractech, Inc., Signs New Ford Business

    WARREN, Mich., March 4 -- A Delco Remy International, Inc.,
subsidiary, Tractech, Inc., has been selected by Ford to provide
the Detroit Truetrac(TM) premium, controlled-traction differential as an
option for Ford's F-450 and F-550 series Super Duty chassis cab trucks which
are equipped with Dana models 80 and S-135 axles, respectively.  The contract
was approved after extensive competitive testing by Ford and Tractech.
    Tractech's Detroit Truetrac differentials operate much like conventional
open differentials with the added capability to transfer drive torque to the
wheel with the best traction when in marginal traction conditions.  The design
consists of pairs of helical gears arranged on parallel axis, which provides
smooth, automatic balanced torque under normal driving conditions.  However,
if one wheel loses traction, gear forces automatically resist wheel spin,
thereby maximizing the vehicle's traction capability.  Advantages include high
strength gears, full time automatic operation, ABS compatible, and use of
standard lube.  The Detroit Truetrac is available for a wide range of axle
models.
    Tractech has been manufacturing and supplying traction control systems to
OEM's worldwide for over 60 years for a variety of on/off highway applications
including light, medium and heavy trucks, construction, forestry,
agricultural, military, racing and specialty vehicles.
    Delco Remy International designs, manufactures, remanufactures and
distributes electrical, powertrain/drivetrain and related components for
automobiles and light trucks, medium and heavy-duty truck and other heavy-duty
off-road vehicles.  The company's products include starter motors,
alternators, engines, fuel systems and traction control systems.  Delco Remy
International serves the aftermarket and original equipment manufacturer
markets, principally in North America, as well as in Europe, Latin America and
Asia Pacific.
    Statements in this press announcement, which are not historical facts, are
forward-looking statements that involve certain risks and uncertainties
including, but not limited to risks associated with the uncertainty of future
financial results, acquisition, additional financing requirements, development
of new products and services, the effect of competitive products or pricing,
the effect of economic conditions and other uncertainties detailed in the
Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
    Tractech Inc., website:  http://www.tractech.com
    Detroit Truetrac is a registered trademark of Tractech Inc.