Saturn Electronics & Engineering, Inc. Honored by General Motors as a 2002 Supplier of the Year

AUBURN HILLS, Mich., April 15 -- Saturn Electronics & Engineering, Inc. (Saturn) was named a General Motors Supplier of the Year for its overall business performance in providing GM with parts and service. The award was given during ceremonies held Saturday, April 12 in Miami at the Miracle Theater. The 2002 award was presented to Saturn for its work and dedication with the GM team to launch the battery cable program, and for Saturn's on-going efforts launching OnStar. This represents Saturn's fifth Supplier of the Year award.

"Saturn is representative of the companies GM expects to grow with us as we seek to increase market share," said Bo Andersson, Vice President, GM Worldwide Purchasing Production Control & Logistics. "The company's performance and contributions have been critical in helping GM to become the industry's low cost producer of high quality vehicles. They serve as a role model for other suppliers."

"We are honored to have received this much sought-after award. We believe that the award represents our commitment to General Motors. As we continue to build our relationship with GM, we look forward to exceeding their expectations by applying our high-quality standards to all aspects of our business relationship," said Wally Tsuha, Chairman & CEO, Saturn Electronics & Engineering, Inc.

The GM Supplier of the Year award began as a global program in 1992. Award-winners are selected by a global team of executives from purchasing, engineering, manufacturing and logistics who base their decisions on supplier performance in quality, service, technology and price. This year, General Motors honored 70 suppliers for their excellence throughout 2002.

Saturn Electronics & Engineering, Inc. is a leading minority-owned, full- service supplier to OEMs and their suppliers. Through its electronics, electromechanical and electrical capabilities, Saturn services the automotive industries with manufacturing and design facilities located globally to service the North American, European and Asian markets.