DURA Automotive Announces Resignation of Chairman Scott D. Rued Due to Other Business Commitments; CEO Larry Denton Elected Successor

ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich.--Nov. 18, 2005--DURA Automotive Systems, Inc. , today announced that Scott D. Rued resigned as chairman of the board and as a director of DURA. As part of a long-term transition plan, Rued's resignation was to occur in May 2006, but due to other pressing business commitments, Rued chose to end his service early. Rued was appointed to the DURA board and elected chairman in April 2002.

Subsequently, DURA's president, CEO and director, Larry Denton, was elected by the board to serve as DURA's chairman. Denton joined the company as president, CEO and director in January 2003.

"I want to thank Scott for his 15 years of service to DURA Automotive," said Larry Denton. "He was a company founder and instrumental in DURA's renaissance in 2003. Scott has provided DURA with strong leadership during his tenure on the board, and we understand that Scott's resignation will allow him to devote more time to his other business affairs." Rued is managing partner of Thayer Capital Partners, a private equity firm.

"Although my resignation comes a few months earlier than I originally intended, I am leaving the board of directors in very capable hands," said Rued. "DURA has an exceptional leader in Larry Denton, and I am confident in his ability to steer the company toward future success in 2006 and beyond."

In addition, independent director James Futterknecht was elected presiding chairman of the independent board members and chairman of the Executive Committee. Futterknecht has served as a DURA director since May 19, 200699. Nick G. Preda, a director since March of this year, was appointed chair of the Audit Committee. DURA plans to fill the open position on the board as soon as a qualified candidate is identified.

About DURA Automotive Systems, Inc.

DURA Automotive Systems, Inc., is a leading independent designer and manufacturer of driver control systems, seating control systems, glass systems, engineered assemblies, structural door modules and exterior trim systems for the global automotive industry. The company is also a leading supplier of similar products to the recreation vehicle (RV) and specialty vehicle industries. 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, Mich. Information about DURA and its products is available on the Internet at www.duraauto.com.

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