Continental Safety Products Take Center Stage on Vehicles at NAIAS

DETROIT, Jan. 9, 2006 -- Proven safety innovations such as anti-lock brakes, traction control systems and electronic stability control (ESC) are rapidly becoming standard among manufacturers' new vehicles. Many new vehicles being introduced at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) this year are equipped with Continental's life-saving technologies.

Among some of the important model introductions at this year's NAIAS that showcase Continental equipment are the all-new Dodge Caliber, the BMW Z4 M Roadster, Mercedes-Benz G-Class SUV, Mercedes S-Class, the Jeep Wrangler, Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder, and Ford Explorer Sport Trac.

* Dodge Caliber

The Dodge Caliber marks the debut of Chrysler's new four-cylinder engine and replaces the Neon in the Dodge lineup. The Caliber features Continental's anti-lock brake system, electronic stability control (ESC), wheel speed sensors, brake boosters, sensor cluster and ContiPremiumContact2 tires.

* BMW Z4 M Roadster

The return of the heralded M Roadster comes full circle with the debut of the 2006 Z4 M Roadster, which goes on sale shortly after the NAIAS. The Z4 M Roadster will be equipped with ESC from Continental, along with wheel speed sensors, brake boosters, hoses, belts and calipers.

* Mercedes-Benz G-Class SUV

Mercedes will show off its new G-Class SUV, which is entering its 26th year of production, at the auto show this year. The G-Class is equipped with Continental's active rollover protection, wheel speed sensors, brake boosters, hoses, electronic air suspension, sensor cluster, heated seat module and 4x4 Contact tires.

* Mercedes-Benz S-Class

The eighth generation of the luxury Mercedes S-Class sedan, featuring new styling, technology and touted by some as the "king of the road," will be a highlight of the NAIAS. The driver assistance system for the S-Class includes Continental's adaptive cruise control (ACC) as one of the significant advancements in the S-Class. Integrated distance sensors recognize the changes in distance to the vehicle ahead much faster than the driver. If a rear-end collision threatens, the activated ACC can apply the brakes quicker than the driver. The new S-Class also features Continental's ESC and hoses.

* Jeep Wrangler

The newly redesigned Jeep Wrangler also will be featured at the NAIAS. Continental provides the anti-lock brake system and wheel speed sensors for the new Jeep Wrangler models.

* Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder

The 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder is debuting at the NAIAS as an exciting continuation of the 2006 Eclipse model. Continental supplies the traction control and anti-lock brake systems for the Eclipse Spyder.

* Ford Explorer Sport Trac

The 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac production model makes its debut, following its 2005 unveiling as a concept vehicle. Continental provides the Explorer Sport Trac with its anti-lock brake system.

The Continental Corporation is a leading supplier of brake systems, chassis components, vehicle electronics, tires and technical elastomers. In 2004, the corporation realized sales of euro 12.6 billion ($15.6 billion US). At present, it has a worldwide workforce of more than 81,000.

As a worldwide leading technology partner to the automotive industry, the Automotive Systems division of Continental AG integrates extensive know-how in the fields of driving safety, powertrain and comfort. In 2004, the division achieved sales of approx. euro 5 billion with a workforce of more than 22,500. Continental Automotive Systems' North American operation is headquartered in Auburn Hills, Mich. For additional information, visit our media website http://www.contitevesna.com/index2.htm