World-standard junior class to make debut as precursor for 2004 season CHILLIWACK, B.C. - The Snap-on Champ Car Stars of Tomorrow presented by RACER announced today an exhibition race for the Junior Intercontinental A (JICA) class which will be part of Stars' standard class structure in 2004. "Stars held a similar exhibition race for ICA at the end of last season and we've had good success with the class this year," said Stars Marketing Director Glenn Holland. "The JICA race during our national event in September gives competitors a chance to preview the package and is a showcase of sorts for what we hope will be a strong class in junior competition in 2004 and beyond." JICA is a CIK-homologated 100cc air-cooled engine formula used worldwide, including Canada. The formula will make its official debut with Stars of Tomorrow in 2004. The JICA exhibition will feature over $1,000 in prizes and will be held as a part of the Stars national event race weekend with Friday practice and separate race days Saturday and Sunday at the CARTBC track in Chilliwack, British Columbia, September 12-14, 2003. "We are excited about the inclusion of JICA at the Chilliwack event and with Stars in 2004," said George Rickman of Genesis Racing in Burnaby, British Columbia. "This class has a good following in Canada and the competition and racing is very close. It will be a great opportunity for those interested in the class to participate or even observe the nature of this racing." Entries are open to all competitors, provided they meet the age requirements for a junior class per Stars regulations (generally 12-15 years). Entry fee is $125 and there is no membership requirement for Stars of Tomorrow. Tire rules will follow regional requirements to make is easier for the competitors. Tire choice will be limited to Bridgestone YHC, Vega SL5, MG Yellow MZ, Dunlop SL4, DAH, or DBH. Please note that the rear tire size is 6.5. Minimum kart weight will be 135 kilograms, or 298 pounds per CIK regulations. CIK Technical regulations will be in effect, which can be found online at: http://www.cikfia.com/RegulationHome.htm and ASN Canada supplemental regulations will also be in effect, found at: http://www.asncanada.com/index2.html. For more information, please call the Stars office at (614) 777-2040. The Champ Car 'Stars of Tomorrow' presented by RACER 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.