EnTire Solutions Launches TPM Systems for 2006 Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sportage

FRANKFURT, Germany, Sept. 14 The Auto Channel reported that EnTire Solutions, LLC will increase its direct tire pressure monitoring (TPM) system presence in North America as the direct TPM supplier for the new 2006 Hyundai Tucson and the 2006 Kia Sportage.

"Vehicle manufacturers selling their products in the U.S. are gearing up to meet the soon-to-be implemented U.S. TREAD Act requirements. EnTire Solutions, with its driver-oriented, direct tire pressure monitoring system, is pleased to partner with Hyundai/Kia in offering drivers the peace of mind, savings and mobility of a direct tire pressure monitoring system," said Rich Wolfe, CEO of EnTire Solutions, LLC.

EnTire Solutions' direct tire pressure monitoring system employs a battery-powered pressure sensor mounted on the valve stem inside the wheel. The sensor communicates tire pressure and temperature information to a vehicle-mounted receiver via a radio signal. Two versions of the system exist: a basic and an enhanced system.

EnTire Solutions launched its first TPM system as standard equipment on the 2004 Acura MDX and currently supplies several U.S., European, and Asian manufacturers with direct TPM systems.

EnTire Solutions, LLC, (http://www.entire-solution.com/ ) headquartered in Farmington Hills, Michigan, USA, is a joint venture between Michelin and TRW Automotive bringing together Michelin's tire and wheel expertise and TRW's expertise in radio-communications and electronics.

About Michelin

The world's largest tire maker, Michelin (http://www.michelin.com/ ) manufactures and sells tires for every type of vehicle, including airplanes, automobiles, bicycles, earthmovers, farm equipment, heavy-duty trucks, motorcycles and the space shuttle. The company also publishes travel guides, maps and atlases covering Europe, Asia, Africa and North America. Headquartered in Greenville, S.C., Michelin North America employs 23,000 and operates 20 plants in 17 locations.

About TRW

With 2004 sales of $12.0 billion, TRW Automotive ranks among the world's leading automotive suppliers. Headquartered in Livonia, Michigan, USA, the Company, through its subsidiaries, employs approximately 60,000 people in 24 countries. TRW Automotive products include integrated vehicle control and driver assist systems, braking systems, steering systems, suspension systems, occupant safety systems (seat belts and airbags), electronics, engine components, fastening systems and aftermarket replacement parts and services. All references to "TRW Automotive," "TRW" or the "Company" in this press release refer to TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. and its subsidiaries, unless otherwise indicated. TRW Automotive news is available on the internet at http://www.trwauto.com/ .