Chrysler Group Honors DURA Automotive with Five Manufacturing Performance Awards

ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich.--Oct. 2, 20032, 2003--DURA Automotive Systems, Inc. has received five Chrysler Group Gold Awards for 2002. The awards are being given to the DURA Control Systems Division manufacturing facilities in Gladwin, MI; Milan, TN; Moberly, MO; Butler, IN; and Brantford, Ontario. Chrysler Group Gold Awards recognize top-rated supplier manufacturing facilities for outstanding performance.

"We are extremely pleased to receive this recognition from the Chrysler Group and proud of our teams' achievements at these facilities," said Larry Denton, president and chief executive officer of DURA Automotive Systems, Inc. "Chrysler Group has a worldwide reputation for product excellence, and it is gratifying to be able to help them fulfill their brand promises."

As a part of DURA's Control Systems Division offerings, the company produces a complete range of driver control systems. These include traditional and hybrid electronic shift systems, parking brake systems, accelerator and brake pedal systems, spare tire jacks, and a complete portfolio of automotive cable systems.

DURA Automotive Systems, Inc. , is the world's largest independent designer and manufacturer of driver control systems and a leading global supplier of seating control systems, engineered assemblies, structural door modules and integrated glass systems for the global automotive industry. The company is also a leading supplier of similar products to the North American recreation and specialty vehicle markets. DURA sells its automotive products to every North American, Japanese and European original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and many leading Tier 1 automotive suppliers. DURA is headquartered in Rochester Hills, MI. Information about DURA and its products is available at www.duraauto.com.