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New Transmission Rids Diesel Trucks of Soot

21 December 2000

New Transmission Rids Diesel Trucks of Soot, Torvec Helps Industry Meet Clinton's New Rules

    ROCHESTER, N.Y., Dec. 21 A transmission being developed by
Torvec, Inc. holds the promise of nearly eliminating soot from big diesel
trucks, as demanded by President Clinton (OTC Bulletin Board: TOVC).
    Torvec's transmission keeps diesel engines at a steady RPM during
acceleration and gear changes, the time when most of today's diesels send out
big puffs of black soot.
    Keith Gleasman, President of Torvec, said, "Diesel engines with Torvec's
transmission are expected to meet President Clinton's goal of reducing soot
emissions ninety percent while maintaining the torque needed to power heavy
trucks.  The technology to launch an all out assault on diesel pollution is
here today."
    Torvec's transmission is based on the Company's proprietary and
patent-protected technologies for infinitely variable gearing and small,
lightweight hydraulic pump and motor.  The Company is readying a commercial
prototype of its transmission.  The transmission will be installed in a diesel
truck and tested against EPA standards to precisely measure improvements in
fuel efficiency and pollution reduction.
    Torvec's founders invented and commercialized the Torsen differential,
which improves the handling of high-performance vehicles from General Motors,
Toyota, Audi, Porsche, Hummer, Mazda, Volkswagen and race cars.

    This press release contains forward-looking statements based on current
expectations subject to the risks and uncertainties outlined in Torvec's
10-KSB dated 3/31/00 and Registration Statement dated 10/18/00; these risks
also include the Company's ability to complete, install and test its IVT.

    Torvec, Inc., based in Rochester, New York, is a publicly traded company
(Symbol: TOVC.OB) and develops advanced automotive technologies including the
FTV(TM) tracked vehicle and patent protected advances such as the Infinitely
Variable Transmission, constant velocity joint with spherical gearing,
lightweight hydraulic pump and motor assembly, and de-icing and ice traction
technology.

    For more information visit http://www.torvec.com, or contact Mr. Jim
Gleasman of Torvec at 716-248-8549.