Honeywell Addressing Growth in Turbochargers for Small-Displacement Engines

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- VNT(TM) 3rd Generation for Diesel and New Gasoline Technologies
Enable Engine Downsizing

Honeywell (NYSE: HON) has announced that it is scheduled to
launch turbo applications that will be fitted on over 200 small
engine vehicles in the next two years. The focus on small engines
reflects a market trend that sees small turbo engines growing from
33% of all turbocharged engines in 2008 to over 50% by 2013.

In the small engine segment, the Honeywell turbos are designed to
be equipped on engines ranging from 1.2L to 1.7L, and feature the
latest VNT(TM) 3rd generation technology for diesel and the new
Modern Gasoline Turbo technology. They are fitted on cars from
manufacturers such as Fiat (1.6L), Toyota (1.4L), and Hyundai (1.6L).

"The strategies to meet stringent emissions and fuel economy
standards may vary according to regional needs, but the goal is the
same around the world -- get more for less, whatever the powertrain,"
says Alex Ismail, President of Passenger Vehicles at Honeywell Turbo
Technologies. "To do that, automakers are adopting a strategy to
downsize engines to maximize fuel efficiency. Turbocharging allows
them to do so without sacrificing performance by delivering superior
power density that is especially important for small-displacement
engines."

In recent years, Honeywell has significantly enhanced its R&D
resources devoted to technologies for smaller engines, increasing the
number of engineers working in this area by five times over the last
three years.

The requirement for small engines to deliver high power density
demands more of the turbo inside. In diesel engines, the Honeywell
solution is its completely customized VNT(TM) technology coupled with
the latest bearing systems that are stable at higher speeds and
optimized for minimal mechanical loss.

"Our latest VNT 3rd generation technology for diesel delivers 10%
higher efficiency, and does this while achieving a 10% reduction in
wheel size that enables superior packaging flexibility and reduction
in inertia," says Alex Ismail.

In gasoline engines, the company's Modern Gasoline Turbo
technology will soon be launched in the small-engine segment and will
be followed by a new range of micro wastegate turbos that will create
new standards of performance and value as a result of significant
advances in aerodynamics, materials and system integration. This will
culminate with the future launch of variable geometry technology
designed specifically to meet the requirements of next generation
gasoline powertrains. For customers, this translates into gasoline
turbo solutions for every displacement -- from 1L 3-cylinder engines
through mid-range engines as well as those beyond 4L.

Honeywell Turbo Technologies is recognized as the world's leading
manufacturer of engine boosting systems for passenger cars and
commercial vehicles, and has forged global partnerships with
automotive manufacturers. Honeywell turbochargers offer the very
latest in boosting technologies to improve vehicle performance and
driveability while increasing fuel efficiency and reducing emissions.

Honeywell International is a US$38 billion diversified technology
and manufacturing leader, serving customers worldwide with aerospace
products and services; control technologies for buildings, homes and
industry; automotive products; turbochargers; and specialty
materials. Based in Morris Township, N.J., Honeywell's shares are
traded on the New York, London, and Chicago Stock Exchanges. For
additional information, please visit http://www.honeywell.com.

This release contains forward-looking statements as defined in
Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, including
statements about future business operations, financial performance
and market conditions. Such forward-looking statements involve risks
and uncertainties inherent in business forecasts as further
described in our filings under the Securities Exchange Act.

Web site: http://www.honeywell.com
http://www.honeywell.com/turbo

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Contact:
Michelle Dumetier of Honeywell Turbo Technologies,
+33-(0)1-55-46-22-21, michelle.dumetier@honeywell.com