Force Protection, Inc. Enhances In-field Communication Through U.S. Army Web Site

Business Wire, Nov 4, 2005

LADSON, S.C. -- Leading U.S. armored vehicle manufacturer Force Protection, Inc. (OTCBB:FRPT) today announced it has joined Army Knowledge Online (AKO), an Internet information clearinghouse for approved military personnel and defense contractors, to facilitate communication exchanges concerning its Buffalo and Cougar models - the Buffalo Mine Clearance and Cougar Joint Explosive Ordnance Rapid Response Vehicles (JERRV).

"AKO expedites the transfer of time-sensitive information," said Force Protection Field Support Manager Michael Bowling. "It serves as a Web portal for approved users to obtain crucial updates on vehicle development. Whether in Baghdad or Boston, this site will empower appropriate parties as they use our blast protection technology."

The Buffalo and Cougar have been used in active combat operations for more than two years to remove hundreds of suspected explosive threats and transport troops safely across thousands of miles of dangerous roads in Iraq. The timely transfer of information has been necessitated by the U.S. military's urgent need for more vehicles.

"By posting the Buffalo and Cougar profiles to AKO, we open up an on-line collaborative work center," said Bowling. "As the vehicles are manufactured and come off the production line, our troops and in-field representatives will receive the latest technical manuals, schematics and training materials. In addition, this will allow a forum for the exchange of suggested improvements and tips for use. The bottom line is our end users will receive immediate solutions, supporting the best use of the vehicles."

Due to security requirements related to the technology incorporated into the Buffalo and Cougar vehicle series, only approved users will be granted access to the site.

For further information on Force Protection and its products, visit www.forceprotectioninc.com.

About Force Protection

Force Protection, Inc. manufactures ballistic- and mine-protected vehicles through its wholly owned subsidiary. These specialty vehicles are protected against landmines, hostile fire, and Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs, commonly referred to as roadside bombs). Force Protection's mine and ballistic protection technology is among the most advanced in the world. The vehicles are manufactured outside Charleston, S.C.

This release contains forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, statements concerning our business, future plans and objectives and the performance of our products. These forward-looking statements involve certain risks and uncertainties ultimately may not prove to be accurate. Actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Technical complications may arise that could prevent the prompt implementation of the strategic plan outlined above. The company cautions that these forward looking statements are further qualified by other factors including, but not limited to, those set forth in the company's Form 10-KSB filing and other filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (available at http://www.sec.gov). The company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any statements in this release, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.