Mirenco Successfully Uses GPS to Control Vehicle 

Mirenco Continues Innovation Cycle With Successful Proof of EconoCruise in Iowa

A technological breakthrough by an Iowa company now effectively uses the Global Positioning System (GPS) to control vehicle speed, fuel mileage, and engine exhaust emissions.

When installed on new or used vehicles, the patented EconoCruiseTM, developed by Iowa based Mirenco Corporation, operates the vehicle throttle for maximum fuel mileage and emission control. 

The new unit was demonstrated September 15, 1999 when a truck and trailer from TMC Transportation of Des Moines made the 207-mile trip from Kansas City to Des Moines on a route previously programmed for the new Mirenco GPS-EconoCruise. The vehicle successfully made smart fuel mileage and emission decisions that precisely position the vehicle throttle well ahead of the vehicle by using real-time GPS satellite technology as it traveled over Interstate 35. 

Smart throttle position decisions by EconoCruise translate into big savings and less air pollution for trucking companies and automobile owners, especially when the intelligent cruise control is installed on fleet vehicles. The applications of EconoCruise will impact air quality, vehicle maintenance, and fuel costs of businesses and individuals in the U.S. and abroad. 

“Over the course of a million-mile life span of a truck, even a tiny increase in fuel mileage makes a big difference,” states Dr. Wayne Merrell, dean of mechanical technology at Des Moines Area Community College. Merrell worked closely with Mirenco to monitor demonstration sites of transits using Mirenco products. 

The Iowa Department of Economic Development has also been a valuable resource for Mirenco. “In many areas around the world pollution is a major problem, so I think EconoCruise has great potential, “ comments Peggy Kerr, a South America specialist with the Iowa DED who has helped develop markets in Mexico. 

Mirenco was one of six Iowa companies represented on a March trip to Mexico that Kerr coordinated for Iowa companies in establishing markets there. Because smog is a major problem in several large cities in Mexico, the emission control features of EconoCruise should be an asset in places like Mexico City and Guadalajara. The EconoCruise is already patented in Mexico and Canada. 

“If Mirenco can be successful in Mexico City, that alone will be helpful in opening up doors in other cities, “Kerr observes. “I think the company has lots of international potential because in many areas around the world pollution and high fuel prices are major problems.” 

About Mirenco

Mirenco is a Radcliffe, Iowa-based Company that specializes in patented vehicle management technology and consultative services for reducing vehicle emissions, improving fuel economy and lengthening the service life of heavy-duty diesel vehicles.  More information is available at www.mirenco.com, or via e-mail at info@mirenco.com or by calling 800.423.9903.

Some of the statements made in this press release are forward-looking in nature.  Actual results may differ materially from those projected in forward-looking statements.  Additional information concerning Mirenco, Inc. can be found within Mirenco's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.  Statements in this release should be evaluated in light of this additional information.

Contact Information:
Dwayne Fosseen
fosseen@mirenco.com
800-423-9903