Motorcar Parts of America Announces Award of Supply Contract by Major Automobile Manufacturer

LOS ANGELES, March 17 -- Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. ("MPA") , a leading provider of remanufactured alternators and starters for the automotive aftermarket, announced today that one of the largest automobile manufacturers in the world has awarded MPA a contract to supply this manufacturer with a new line of remanufactured alternators and starters for the North American marketplace.

Under this five-year agreement, MPA will be the supplier of a new line of remanufactured alternators and starters covering all domestic and import makes and models of cars and light trucks. This line will be sold in both the United States and Canada. Shipments are anticipated to begin in the near future.

Selwyn Joffe, MPA's Chief Executive Officer, commented, "We are very excited to be chosen as the supplier of this line. We believe this agreement represents recognition by one of the world's leading automotive organizations of our commitment to superior quality remanufacturing processes, reliability, and customer service."

"While we have significant start-up expenses in connection with this business, the award reinforces our expectation that MPA will experience substantially increased revenue in the future," added Joffe. "This award strengthens the company and enables us to effectively continue our initiatives to add value for all of our customers."

About MPA

Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. (MPA), is a leading manufacturer of replacement alternators and starters for imported and domestic cars and light trucks in the United States and Canada. MPA has facilities in the United States in Torrance, California, Nashville, Tennessee, and Charlotte, North Carolina, as well as overseas in Singapore and Malaysia. The company websites are located at www.motorcarparts.com and www.quality-built.com.