Wescast Announces New Ford Business

BRANTFORD, Ontario--May 9, 2005--Wescast Industries Inc. ("Wescast") (TSX:WCS.SV.A) announced today it has been selected to supply machined exhaust manifolds for the Ford 2.0L I4 and the 2.3L I4 engine programs. These engines will be used in several new future models in North America.

"This new contract strengthens our long relationship with the Ford Motor Company and expands our production plans for the 2006 model year," said Ed Frackowiak, Chairman and CEO, Wescast Industries Inc. "Wescast's investments over the past several years in manufacturing, design, sales and engineering have increased the value proposition for our customers."

Production will begin in 2006 at Wescast's Wingham, Ontario casting and machining facilities.

About Wescast

Wescast Industries Inc. is the world's largest supplier of exhaust manifolds for passenger cars and light trucks. The Company designs, casts, machines and assembles high-quality iron exhaust manifolds, turbo charger housings and integrated turbo manifolds for automotive OEMs. The Company's global sales and design activities are co-ordinated through its technical development centre in Canada and supported by sales and design centres in the United States, Japan and Europe. The Company operates seven production facilities in North America and Europe, including a 49% interest in United Machining Inc., an accredited Minority supplier in Michigan. The Company is recognized worldwide for its quality products, innovative design solutions and highly committed workforce.