CTS Corporation Awarded Second Major Belt Tension Sensor Program for Advanced Occupant Restraint System

    ELKHART, Ind.--July 12, 2002--CTS Corporation , a world leader in automotive sensor and thick film technology, today announced that a second major international vehicle manufacturer has selected CTS Automotive Products to supply seat belt tension sensors (BTS) for use in passenger vehicles.
    The vehicles will be built and sold primarily in North America. Prototypes have been delivered and are now being tested; production is scheduled to begin in mid-2003. The initial multi-year program will add over $10 million in new revenue, with potential revenue with this customer of over $50 million. The total market for this product is expected to exceed $150 million per year by 2006.
    CTS' belt tension sensors are used in passenger vehicles as part of an occupant classification system, mandated by Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 208, which controls the deployment and force of passenger-side airbags. By 2006, all passenger vehicles sold in the U.S. must have an occupant classification system installed.
    CTS' patent-pending BTS design was selected based on its small package size and outstanding performance characteristics. For additional information on new CTS belt tension sensors or related safety, performance and convenience products, please contact Jim White, director, advanced sales and marketing, phone: (574) 295-3575, Ext. 315, or E-mail: jim.white@ae.ctscorp.com.

    CTS Corporation is a leading designer and manufacturer of electronic components and assemblies for the communications, computer and automotive markets. The Company manufactures products in North America, Europe and Asia. Worldwide sales coverage is accomplished through a network of direct sales personnel, independent manufacturers representatives and electronic distributors. The Company's stock is traded on the NYSE under the ticker symbol "CTS." To find out more, visit the Company's website at www.ctscorp.com.