Eaton Highlights Engine Air Management and Powertrain and 2001 IAA

    FRANKFURT, Germany, Sept. 12 Diversified industrial
manufacturer Eaton Corporation , will highlight its automotive
engine air management and powertrain and specialty controls capabilities at
the 2001 IAA Frankfurt Motor Show here.  Eaton's exhibit will feature new
innovations including variable valve actuation technology, transmission
control modules and the E-Locker(TM) differential.

    "Our automotive strategy is focused on fuel economy, safety and
environmental impact," said Stephen M. Buente, senior vice president and group
executive - Automotive.  "Eaton has the technological innovations and related
customer services to fully support the industry in reducing the future
environmental impact of vehicles.  Eaton creates solutions to respond to these
market demands via our engine air management and powertrain and specialty
controls systems."

    Eaton's variable valve actuation technology controls airflow to an engine
for directional flow control of mixtures into a cylinder or selectively
operates a valve on one of two available valve lifts for improved fuel economy
or performance.  These systems are flexible and cost effective when designed
into existing engines.

    Eaton's transmission control module will alter the performance of any
transmission to provide fewer connections throughout the powertrain resulting
in less failure than traditional methods.  The system will increase fuel
efficiencies through optimal shifting and is applicable to any transmission
and powertrain application.  Eaton's E-Locker(TM) differential is fully
compatible with ABS and ETC control systems and will be disengaged during an
ABS or ETC event.  The electronic locker offers maximum traction for the
severest driving conditions yet behaves like an open differential when not
engaged.  The E-Locker(TM) engages rapidly and smoothly and does not require
external pneumatic or hydraulic connections.

    Other engine air management products on display this week include common
rail diesel system, power folding mirror actuators, proportional water valves,
intelligence cruise controls, market-leading superchargers, cylinder head
assemblies, innovative valvetrain designs and patented ULV(R) Ultralite engine
valves -- a 2001 Automotive News PACE(R) product innovation award finalist.