CHAMP CAR 'STARS' RELEASES 2003 TECHNICAL REGULATIONS INDIANAPOLIS, IN - The Champ Car 'Stars of Tomorrow' karting series released its 2003 technical regulations today. As previously disclosed, the regulations follow closely FIA/CIK international karting standards for the ICC, ICA, and World Formula classes. "I want to commend our National Technical Director, Scott G. Evans, on a superb job establishing regulations that provide sensible, stable rules for our constituents," said Stars' Operations Director Paul Zalud. "Rules making and enforcement is no easy task. Stars is fortunate to have one of the most disciplined and thorough rules directors in the sport in Mr. Evans." Reflecting the recent merger with the WKA/SCCA Constructor's Championship, the Stars regulations provide consistency with existing WKA regulations for the junior classes of 80cc shifter, Yamaha Superbox, and Cadet. Additional classes that will be run in Stars regional programs are also covered in the rules. "It is our mission at Stars to be a stabilizing and unifying force in American karting in order to elevate the sport. It is indeed a pleasure to begin to make this mission a reality in conjunction with our friends at the WKA, SCCA, and CIK," said Zalud. "We believe this is another step towards a real change in American kart racing. It is now incumbent upon us to take these rules and run a tight, sensible racing series." One current hot issue that is addressed in the Stars regulations is the matter of 2003 CIK bodywork. "In order to serve all our constituents, both 2003 and pre-2003 compliant bodywork will be allowed for the 2003 season," continued Zalud. "We do not wish to put suppliers, distributors, retailers, and racers in an unreasonable position either by forcing them to abandon pre-2003 inventories or by departing from CIK regulations and sticking new chassis owners with bodywork they cannot use." The Stars regulations can be found at www.cartstars.com. The Champ Car 'Stars of Tomorrow' karting series is the official first level in CART's driver development system and an officially sanctioned series of WKA/SCCA Pro Racing. Founded by racing star Bryan Herta and now owned in conjunction with a group of racing veterans, including three-time CART champion and Indy 500 winner Bobby Rahal, the Stars of Tomorrow serves as the first step for the CART driver development ladder. Stars focuses on recognizing the skills of the drivers rather than the technology development within the machines, using FIA/CIK International standards. More information can be found at www.cartstars.com. Snap-on Incorporated is a leading global developer, manufacturer and marketer of tool and equipment solutions for professional tool users. Product lines include hand tools, power tools, automotive diagnostics and shop equipment, tool storage products, automotive diagnostics software and other solutions for the transportation service, industrial, government, education, agricultural, and other commercial applications, including construction and electrical. Products are sold through its franchise dealer van, company direct sales and distributor and Internet channels. Founded in 1920, Snap-on is a $2+ billion, S&P 500 company headquartered in Kenosha, Wisconsin and employs approximately 14,000 worldwide. More information can be found at www.snap-on.com.