Dana Corporation to Exhibit Electronic, Fuel-Cell Technologies at Convergence 2004 Automotive Electronics Show

Toledo, Ohio -- Oct 18, 2004 -- Dana Corporation (NYSE: DCN) is exhibiting several exciting product advancements in the areas of electronic differentials and torque coupling, power steering, and fuel-cell component technology at Convergence 2004, today through Oct. 20 at Cobo Center in Detroit, Mich.

Among the products on display in Dana’s booth is the company’s TorqueTrakTMseries of electronic torque coupling devices.  These advancements in electronic torque coupling technology are Dana’s first in a series of new all-wheel-drive solutions aimed at improving vehicle mobility. 

Also on exhibit is Dana’s DynaTrakTMseries of electronic differentials.  Based on the company’s proprietary Hydra-Lok® technology, these new electronic differentials are designed to improve vehicle mobility by providing active, side-to-side torque control.  They have applications across rear-wheel-drive, four-wheel-drive, all-wheel-drive, and even front-wheel-drive vehicle platforms.

“Our electronic driveline and fuel-cell advancements demonstrate Dana’s commitment to working with our customers to produce vehicles with better ride and handling, improved safety, and reduced emissions,” said Dana chairman and CEO Michael J. Burns.  “We’re focused on delivering value to our customers and ultimately to the owners and drivers of the vehicles they make.”

Dana is also showcasing new fuel-cell advancements – demonstrated by a fuel-cell-powered scooter equipped with Dana components.  The technologically advanced scooter is making its North American debut at Convergence.  Visitors to the Dana exhibit are encouraged to experience first-hand the quiet, emission-free fuel cell by giving it power.

“Dana is committed to bringing fuel-cell technologies into the mainstream,” said Mike Laisure, president of Dana’s Automotive Systems Group.  “Giving people the opportunity to interact with our fuel-cell-powered scooter and experience the fact that it makes virtually no noise and has no emissions is a great way to demonstrate how Dana technology can positively impact the environment.”

The Dana display follows the company’s “building block” philosophy of product offerings.  Other products on display in the Dana exhibit, Booth 709, include electric power-assist steering and electro-hydraulic power-assist steering components, electric water pumps and valves, and connectivity and thermal management solutions.

Dana Corporation is a global leader in the design, engineering, and manufacture of value-added products and systems for automotive, commercial, and off-highway vehicles.  Delivering on a century of innovation, the company's continuing operations employ approximately 45,000 people worldwidededicated to advancing the science of mobility.  Founded in 1904 and based in Toledo, Ohio, Dana operates technology, manufacturing, and customer-service facilities in 30 countries.  Sales from continuing operations totaled $7.9 billion in 2003. Dana’s Internet address is www.dana.com.

 

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