Metaldyne Wins Contract with Tier One Supplier for Exhaust Components

    PLYMOUTH, Mich., Jan. 28 -- Metaldyne today announced that is
has begun supplying exhaust components to Visteon Corporation for
late-2002 model year Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable vehicles.  The contract
calls for Metaldyne to supply the Y pipes, outlet pipes and inlet pipes for
the exhaust system.
    "We are pleased to be selected by Visteon to supply these components,"
said George Thanopoulos, Engine Group president.  "This further demonstrates
our commitment to supporting our customers with value-added solutions for a
broad range of engine requirements."
    The components will be manufactured at Metaldyne's Tubular Products
facility in Hamburg, Mich.

    About Metaldyne
    Metaldyne is a leading global designer and supplier of metal-based
components, assemblies and modules for transportation-related powertrain and
chassis applications including engine, transmission/transfer case, wheel-end
and suspension, axle and driveline, and noise and vibration control products
to the motor vehicle industry.  The company serves the automotive segment
through its Chassis, Driveline & Transmission, and Engine Group.
    Headquartered in Plymouth, Mich., Metaldyne's annual revenues exceed
$1.4 billion.  The company employs nearly 8,500 employees at over 50
facilities in 11 countries.
    For more information, please visit http://www.metaldyne.com .