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July 28, 2006

Expanded Catalytic Converter Coverage Highlighted In New Walker® Catalog

2006 Converter Catalog Feature Extensive OBD II Coverage for U.S. and Canada

Monroe, MI - A new catalog featuring expanded direct-fit and universal replacement catalytic converters for all 50 U.S. states and Canada is now available through the Walker Exhaust brand of Tenneco Inc. (NYSE: TEN).

The Walker brand's 2006 Passenger Car & Light Truck Catalytic Converter catalog (No. WCC-06, 49 states and Canada) highlights Tenneco's premium direct-fit and universal converters for domestic and foreign-nameplate applications. New products for 2006 include 219 additional Walker direct-fit and California OBD II replacement converters covering more than 20 million registered vehicles.

"Walker combines OE-style fit and performance with the extensive coverage installers need to capture a larger share of the converter market," said Frank Murkowski, emission control marketing manager of Tenneco's North American aftermarket. "We will continue to invest in the technology and coverage our customers depend on for consistent growth in the emission control category."

Walker direct-fit catalytic converters provide an OE-engineered fit for quick, trouble-free installation on domestic and import models. Each unit features a high quality stainless steel body; OE-style hangers, flanges and brackets; heat-shielded pipe; and structural brace for enhanced strength and durability.

Walker Ultra OBD II converters feature increased catalyst loading to achieve certification for use in California (specified applications) and also help ensure problematic vehicles pass emissions tests in other regions.

Each Walker replacement converter is covered by a 25,000-mile performance warranty and five-year/50,000-mile structural integrity warranty. (Visit www.walkerexhaust.com for warranty details).

For a free copy of any Walker catalog, please contact your Walker supplier or call (734) 384-7807. Additional Walker product information - including a comprehensive electronic catalog - is available at www.walkerexhaust.com.

Tenneco is a $4.4 billion manufacturing company with headquarters in Lake Forest, Illinois, and approximately 19,000 employees worldwide. Tenneco is one of the world's largest producers and marketers of ride control and exhaust systems and products, which are sold under the Monroe and Walker global brand names. Among its products are Sensa-Trac and Monroe® Reflex shocks and struts, Rancho shock absorbers, Walker Quiet-Flow mufflers and DynoMax performance exhaust products, and Monroe Clevite vibration control components.

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