Metaldyne Conference Call to Report 2003 First Quarter Earnings

PLYMOUTH, Mich., May 8, 2003 -- Metaldyne Corporation will hold a conference call with investors on Thursday, May 8, 2003 at 3:30 p.m. EDT to discuss its 2003 first quarter results, provide a general business update and respond to investor questions. Metaldyne Chairman, President and CEO Timothy D. Leuliette and Executive Vice President and CFO William M. Lowe will co-host the call.

To participate by phone, please dial 800-886-8681. Callers should ask to be connected to the Metaldyne first quarter earnings call. Participants can download a corresponding presentation from the Metaldyne web site at www.metaldyne.com . The presentation can be found by clicking the "First Quarter Conference Call" link on the homepage.

If you are unable to participate during the live teleconference, a replay of the conference call will be available May 9-23, 2003. To access the replay, please dial: 800-633-8284 and use reservation number 21143754.

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 Groups.

Headquartered in Plymouth, Mich., Metaldyne has annual revenues of $1.5 billion. The company employs over 7,100 employees at over 50 facilities in 11 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.metaldyne.com/ .