1-800-Radiator, Nation's Largest Independent Auto Parts Distributor, Acquires 36 Proliance Branch Locations

BENICIA, Calif., Oct. 18, 2007 -- 1-800-Radiator, an auto parts distribution franchise and the largest independent auto parts distributor in the nation, announced the purchase of certain assets of 36 Proliance International, Inc. (AMEX:PLI) branch locations.

"The acquisition of certain assets of Proliance's locations provides us with key assets to achieve our strategic expansion goals," said Mike Rippey, CEO of 1-800-Radiator.

1-800-Radiator sells radiators, condensers, fan assemblies, gas tanks, heating cores, and other new auto parts. In almost all cases, it provides same day delivery to customers at their businesses or homes within a few hours.

Proliance International, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer and distributor of aftermarket heat exchange and temperature control products for automotive and heavy-duty applications serving North America, Central America and Europe.

One of the advantages 1-800-Radiator has over its competition is the size and quality of its inventory. Because 1-800-Radiator sources from more than 20 major manufacturers, it almost always has the exact requested part in stock.

About 1-800-Radiator

1-800-Radiator is an auto parts distribution franchise and the largest independent parts distributor in the nation. The 1-800-Radiator business model provides retail and wholesale customers with radiators delivered to their doorstep in a matter of hours at competitive pricing. To their franchisees, 1-800-Radiator provides unprecedented technological and practical support.

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