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GE Money and Econoline Trailers Connect with Financing Program

NEW CONSUMER FINANCING OPTION AVAILABLE AT ECONOLINE TRAILERS DEALERS NATIONWIDE

ST PAUL, MINN. -- September 19, 2007 – GE Money and Econoline Trailers, Inc. today announced the launch of a new multi-year consumer credit program for buyers of equipment trailers, utility trailers, parts and accessories.

The FUNancing consumer credit programs, issued by GE Money, will enable consumers to finance Econoline trailer products, accessories and warranties at any of the more than 140 Econoline dealers nationwide. The new program offers both installment and revolving options for customers to choose from.

“Providing credit is a value-add for customers looking to purchase our products,” said Jeremy Whitley, general manager for Econoline Trailers. “The benefit to our customers is a win for our dealers as well, through increased sales and brand recognition.”

For more than 35 years, Econoline has manufactured Flatbed Trailers, Dovetail Trailers, Tilt Bed Trailers and Landscape Trailers with a variety of hitch types, including gooseneck hitch, pintle hitch and drop deck fifth wheel hitch. Tandem axle trailers, landscape trailers, Mini-Max trailers, Multi-Max trailers, and Super-Max trailers are also in their various model lines. They currently hold two patented products, the Multi-Max® Suspension utilizing a 14.5 - 8 Lug wheel and the new full width one-piece hydraulic ramp known as Hydra -EZE®.

“GE’s FUNancing programs will make it easier for Econoline customers to purchase what they need and fit the payments within their budget with flexible terms,” said Greg Pierce, vice president and general manager, Powersports, for GE Money – Sales Finance. “We offer competitive rates and promotions, credit decisions within minutes, and no prepayment penalties.”

About Econoline
Econoline Trailers, Inc. has been manufacturing quality built equipment trailers for over 35 years, and has built a reputation on their outstanding quality, ease of doing business, and unprecedented customer service. Econline manufactures the most versatile and dependable equipment trailers, utility trailers, parts and accessories utilizing the highest quality materials and the latest technology, including the patented HydraEze Ramp and MultiMax Suspension System. The company is focused on fostering its International Dealer Distribution Network through the Dealer Referral Program and National Advertising Campaign and to delivering unparalleled customer service with its parts and warranty departments.

Econoline Trailers builds models ranging from the 11,500# GVWR all the way up to 52,000# GVWR. Their products include Flatbed Trailers, Dovetail Trailers, Tilt Bed Trailers and Landscape Trailers with a variety of hitch types, including gooseneck hitch, pintle hitch and drop deck fifth wheel hitch. For more information, visit www.econolinetrailers.com.

About GE Money
With more than $190 billion in assets, GE Money, a unit of General Electric Company (NYSE: GE), is a leading provider of credit services to consumers, retailers and auto dealers in approximately 55 countries around the world. GE Money, based in Stamford, Conn., offers a range of financial products, including private label credit cards, personal loans, bank cards, auto loans and leases, mortgages, corporate travel and purchasing cards, debt consolidation and home equity loans and credit insurance. More information can be found at www.gemoney.com. GE Money’s Sales Finance unit, based in Kettering, Ohio, provides private label credit card programs, marketing, installment lending and financial services for national and regional retailers, dealers, manufacturers and service providers in more than 20 industries including: outdoor power equipment, home improvement, sporting goods, powersports, automotive, recreational vehicles, consumer electronics and appliances, furniture, floor covering, marine, music, jewelry, and health care.

GE is Imagination at Work -- a diversified technology, media and financial services company focused on solving some of the world's toughest problems. With products and services ranging from aircraft engines, power generation, water processing and security technology to medical imaging, business and consumer financing, media content and advanced materials, GE serves customers in more than 100 countries and employs more than 300,000 people worldwide. For more information, visit www.ge.com.

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