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CONTENTS
A Short Automobile Industry Glossary xi
Introduction 1
How to Use This Book 3
Chapter 1: Major Trends Affecting the Automobile Industry 7
1) Automobile Industry Introduction 7
2) Big Three’s Dominance of the U.S. Auto Market Is Compromised 10
3) Fuel Efficiency Becomes a Key Selling Element/Stiff Emissions Standards Adopted in Several
U.S. States 11
4) Electric Cars and Plug-in Hybrids (PHEVs) Will Quickly Gain Popularity 14
5) Hybrid Cars Gain Market Share 18
6) Clean Diesel Technology Gains Acceptance 19
7) Natural Gas Powered Vehicles off to a Slow Start 20
8) Ethanol Production Soared, But a Market Glut May Slow Expansion 20
9) Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Power Research Continues 22
10) Globalization/Consolidation of Manufacturers Begins to Unwind 25
11) Outsourcing of Component Manufacturing/ Sharing of Parts and Designs 27
12) Advanced Technology Speeds Manufacturing 29
13) Car Purchasers Turn to the Internet in Droves 29
14) Car Sales Shift in China, India and Russia/Chinese-Made Vehicles Exported for the First Time 30
15) Focus on Safety Improvements by Automakers 32
16) Super-Expensive Cars are Pushed by Manufacturers/Luxury Car Market Is Highly Competitive 33
17) Rethinking SUVs/Small Sedans and Crossovers Gain Market Share 34
18) Big News in Small Cars 35
19) More Choices than Ever Before for Automobile Consumers 36
20) Wireless Information Systems Surge Ahead in Cars: Telematics, ITS and More 36
Chapter 2: Automobile Industry Statistics 38
Automotive Industry Overview 39
Top 20 Global Automobile Manufacturing Companies by Sales: 2007 40
General Motors Corporation Overview 41
Ford Motor Company Overview 42
Toyota Motor Corporation Overview 43
Daimler & Chrysler Overview 44
Honda Motor Corporation Overview 45
Motor Vehicle Output, U.S.: 2001-First Half 2008 46
Real Motor Vehicle Output, Quantity Indexes, U.S.: 2001- First Half 2008 47
U.S. New Car & Truck Market Shares by Company: 2002-2007 48
New Vehicle Sales by Vehicle Type, U.S.: 2003-2007 49
Highest Fuel Economy by Vehicle Class: 2008 Model Year 50
Lowest Fuel Economy by Vehicle Class: 2008 Model Year 51
Personal Transportation Expenditures, U.S.: 2001-2007 52
Vehicle Registrations, Fuel Consumption & Vehicle Miles of Travel as Indices, U.S.: 1960-2006 53
Automobile Driving Costs, U.S.: 2008 54
U.S. Highway Vehicle Miles Traveled, Monthly: 1992-2008 55
Motor Vehicle Traffic Crashes in the U.S. by Type of Vehicle & Person: 1996-2006 56

Continued on next page


Continued from previous page

International Retail Premium Gasoline Prices: August 1996-August 2008 57


Retail Gasoline Prices, U.S.: 1995-2008 58
Retail On-Highway Diesel Prices, U.S.: 1995-2008 59
Truck Transportation Industry Breakdown of Revenue, U.S.: 2004-2006 60
Truck Transportation & Courier & Messenger Industry Expenses, U.S.: 2004-2006 61
U.S. Truck Transportation Industry Estimated Inventories of Revenue Generating Equipment &
Estimated Number of Truck Miles Traveled: 2004-2006 62
Exports of U.S. Vehicles: 2002-1st Quarter 2008 63
Imports of Vehicles to the U.S.: 2002-1st Quarter 2008 64
Employment in the Automobile Industry, U.S.: 2001-2007 65
Chapter 3: Important Automobile Industry Contacts 66
(Addresses, Phone Numbers and Internet Sites)
Chapter 4: THE AUTOMOBILE 400:
Who They Are and How They Were Chosen 88
Industry List, With Codes 89
Index of Rankings Within Industry Groups 91
Alphabetical Index 101
Index of Headquarters Location by U.S. State 105
Index of Non-U.S. Headquarters Location by Country 108
Index by Regions of the U.S. Where the Firms Have Locations 111
Index by Firms with Operations Outside the U.S. 121
Individual Data Profiles on Each of THE AUTOMOBILE 400 124
Additional Indexes
Index of Hot Spots for Advancement for Women/Minorities 542
Index by Subsidiaries, Brand Names and Selected Affiliations 543
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A Short Automobile Industry Glossary American Automobile Labeling Act (AALA): A


regulation requiring manufacturers of vehicles to
include content information on vehicle labels for
10-K: An annual report filed by publicly held
trucks and cars sold in the U.S. after October 1, 1994.
companies. It provides a comprehensive overview of
the company's business and its finances. By law, it
ANPR (Automatic Number Plate Recognition): A
must contain specific information and follow a given
traffic safety and crime prevention technology that
form, the “Annual Report on Form 10-K.” The U.S.
uses large numbers of traffic cameras in urban areas.
Securities and Exchange Commission requires that it
Violators of traffic laws will be automatically
be filed within 90 days after fiscal year end.
photographed, and citations are mailed to them.
However, these reports are often filed late due to
Britain leads the world in use of this technology, but
extenuating circumstances. Variations of a 10-K are
dozens of U.S. cities have implemented it as well.
often filed to indicate amendments and changes.
Most publicly held companies also publish an
ANSI: American National Standards Institute.
“annual report” that is not on Form 10-K. These
Founded in 1918, ANSI is a private, non-profit
annual reports are more informal and are frequently
organization that administers and coordinates the
used by a company to enhance its image with
U.S. voluntary standardization and conformity
customers, investors and industry peers.
assessment system. Its mission is to enhance both the
global competitiveness of U.S. business and the
3-D Printing: Refers to systems that use an inkjet-
quality of U.S. life by promoting and facilitating
like technology to rapidly apply layers of plastics,
voluntary consensus standards and conformity
ceramics or metal powders to create design
assessment systems, and safeguarding their integrity.
prototypes or finished manufactured objects.
See www.ansi.org.
802.15.1: See “Bluetooth.”
Antilock Brake System (ABS): A system that senses
when wheels lock up or are about to and reduces the
Active Anti-Theft Device: An active device that
braking forces intermittently, lessening the chance of
renders a vehicle inoperative by disabling the fuel,
a skid.
ignition or starting system. The word active refers to
a separate manual step, which is needed to engage the
APAC: Asia Pacific Advisory Committee. A multi-
device. Also see “Passive Anti-Theft Device.”
country committee representing the Asia and Pacific
region.
Active Safety Features: Safety features that are
controlled by or interact with the driver (e.g., traction
Applied Research: The application of compounds,
control and anti-lock braking systems).
processes, materials or other items discovered during
basic research to practical uses. The goal is to move
Actual Cash Value (ACV): An insurance-related
discoveries along to the final development phase.
term that refers to the amount an insurance company
will pay when a vehicle is damaged or declared as a
ASEAN: Association of Southeast Asian Nations. A
total loss. Actual cash value is recognized as the cost
regional economic development association
of replacement minus depreciation.
established in 1967 by five original member
countries: Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines,
Additive: A resin or chemical from a compounded
Singapore, and Thailand. Brunei joined on 8 January
substance that is designed to improve or enhance
1984, Vietnam on 28 July 1995, Laos and Myanmar
certain characteristics such as fuel efficiency.
on 23 July 1997, and Cambodia on 30 April 1999.
Aftermarket (Replacement Market): All products
Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC): An
and services used to maintain, enhance and repair
organization established to promote investment and
vehicles after they leave the factory.
trade in the Pacific basin.
All-Wheel Drive (AWD): A vehicle drive train in
Automated Guided Vehicle System (AGVS): A
which all wheels are powered by the vehicle's engine
vehicle equipped with AGVS follows a specific path,
at all times. Also see “Four-Wheel Drive (4WD).”
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stopping at machining or assembly stations for economies will likely outshine those countries which
manual loading and unloading of parts. are currently the richest in the world.

Base Model: The least expensive model of a car or B-to-B, or B2B: See “Business-to-Business.”
truck, often featuring few accessories, a manual
transmission and a small engine. B-to-C, or B2C: See “Business-to-Consumer.”

Basic Research: Attempts to discover compounds, Business Process Outsourcing (BPO): The process
materials, processes or other items that may be of hiring another company to handle business
largely or entirely new and/or unique. Basic research activities. BPO is one of the fastest-growing
may start with a theoretical concept that has yet to be segments in the offshoring sector. Services include
proven. The goal is to create discoveries that can be human resources management, billing and purchasing
moved along to applied research. Basic research is and call centers, as well as many types of customer
sometimes referred to as “blue sky” research. service or marketing activities, depending on the
industry involved. Also, see “Knowledge Process
Big Three: Ford, Chrysler and General Motors, the Outsourcing (KPO).”
three largest car makers in North America.
Business-to-Business: An organization focused on
Biodiesel: A fuel derived when glycerin is separated selling products, services or data to commercial
from vegetable oils or animal fats. The resulting customers rather than individual consumers. Also
byproducts are methyl esters (the chemical name for known as B2B.
biodiesel) and glycerin which can be used in soaps
and cleaning products. It has lower emissions than Business-to-Consumer: An organization focused on
petroleum diesel and is currently used as an additive selling products, services or data to individual
to that fuel since it helps with lubricity. consumers rather than commercial customers. Also
known as B2C.
Bioethanol: A fuel produced by the fermentation of
plant matter such as corn. Fermentation is enhanced CAD (Computer-Aided Design): A tool used to
through the use of enzymes that are created through provide three-dimensional, on-screen design for
biotechnology. Also, see “Ethanol.” everything from buildings to automobiles to clothing.
It generally runs on workstations.
Bluetooth: An industry standard for a technology
that enables wireless, short-distance infrared CAFE (Corporate Average Fuel Economy):
connections between devices such as cell phone Standards that were first issued by federal regulators
headsets, Palm Pilots or PDAs, laptops, printers and in the 1970s as a method of setting average fuel
Internet appliances. economy standards for carmakers. Each manufacturer
must meet a minimum average mpg for passenger
Body Shop: A service outlet that specializes in cars and a lesser minimum average for SUVs,
vehicle body repair work. pickups and minivans.

Branding: A marketing strategy that places a focus CAFTA-DR: See “Central American-Dominican
on the brand name of a product, service or firm in Republic Free Trade Agreement (CAFTA-DR).”
order to increase the brand's market share, increase
sales, establish credibility, improve satisfaction, raise CAM (Computer-Aided Manufacturing): The use
the profile of the firm and increase profits. of computers to assist with manufacturing processes,
thereby increasing efficiency and productivity.
BRIC: An acronym representing Brazil, Russia,
India and China. The economies of these four Capital Expenditures: Expenditures to acquire or
countries are seen as some of the fastest growing in add to capital assets that will yield benefits over
the world. A 2003 report by investment bank several years.
Goldman Sachs is often credited for popularizing the
term; the report suggested that by 2050, BRIC
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Captive Finance Company: A finance or leasing the Earth's atmosphere but absorbs the infrared
company that is affiliated with an automobile radiation returning to space.
distributor or manufacturer.
Coachwork: The non-mechanical body and shell
Captive Import: An imported part or motor vehicle work that sit on top of a vehicle's frame.
manufactured by another automaker and sold under
the brand name of the importer. Coinjection Molding: A hybrid technology, also
known as multimaterial injection molding, that
Captive Offshoring: Used to describe a company- creates composite pieces made of plastic and metal
owned offshore operation. For example, Microsoft parts locked together via injection molding or
owns and operates significant captive offshore extrusion. The process combines the strength of steel
research and development centers in China and with the corrosion-resistant properties of plastic.
elsewhere that are offshore from Microsoft's U.S. Overall weight is reduced, the need for exterior paint
home base. Also see “Offshoring.” is eliminated and assembly and labor costs are
slashed due to more efficient use of machinery.
Casting: The process of pouring molten liquid metal
into a purpose-built mold. Commerce Chain Management (CCM): Refers to
Internet-based tools to facilitate sales, distribution,
Central American-Dominican Republic Free inventory management and content personalization in
Trade Agreement (CAFTA-DR): A trade the e-commerce industry. Also see “Supply Chain.”
agreement signed into law in 2005 that aimed to open
up the Central American and Dominican Republic Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS): An
markets to American goods. Member nations include organization consisting of 11 former members of the
Guatemala, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Soviet Union: Russia, Ukraine, Armenia, Moldova,
Honduras and the Dominican Republic. Before the Georgia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan,
law was signed, products from those countries could Azerbaijan, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan. It was created
enter the U.S. almost tariff-free, while American in 1991. Turkmenistan recently left the
goods heading into those countries faced stiff tariffs. Commonwealth as a permanent member, but
The goal of this agreement was to create U.S. jobs remained as an associate member. The
while at the same time offering the non-U.S. member Commonwealth seeks to coordinate a variety of
citizens a chance for a better quality of life through economic and social policies, including taxation,
access to U.S.-made goods. pricing, customs and economic regulation, as well as
to promote the free movement of capital, goods,
Changeover: The refitting of equipment to either services and labor.
neutralize the effects of the just completed model
production or to prepare equipment for production of Component: In the automobile manufacturing
the next scheduled model, or both. This term is sector, considered to be several distinct parts that
frequently used in connection with automotive have been assembled by a supplier into a subproduct
manufacturing. with recognizable features. A component is the next
step up from a part such as a bolt. Also see “System”
Chassis: The structural frame of a vehicle to which and “Module.”
wheels, tires, brakes and suspension are attached.
Concept Vehicle: A vehicle (not currently being
CIS: See “Commonwealth of Independent States produced) that has been modified for new concepts or
(CIS).” designs and evaluated for functional feasibility.

Climate Change (Greenhouse Effect): A theory Consumer Price Index (CPI): A measure of the
that assumes an increasing mean global surface average change in consumer prices over time in a
temperature of the Earth caused by gases in the fixed market basket of goods and services, such as
atmosphere (including carbon dioxide, methane, food, clothing and housing. The CPI is calculated by
nitrous oxide, ozone and chlorofluorocarbons). The the U.S. Federal Government and is considered to be
greenhouse effect allows solar radiation to penetrate one measure of inflation.
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Contract Manufacturer: A company that Demographics: The breakdown of the population


manufactures products that will be sold under the into statistical categories such as age, income,
brand names of its client companies. For example, a education and sex.
large number of consumer electronics, such as laptop
computers, are manufactured by contract Design Patent: A patent that may be granted by the
manufacturers for leading brand-name computer U.S. Patent and Trademark Office to anyone who
companies such as Dell. Many other types of invents a new, original, and ornamental design for an
products are made under contract manufacturing, article of manufacture.
from apparel to pharmaceuticals. Also see “OEM
(Original Equipment Manufacturer)” and “ODM Development: The phase of research and
(Original Design Manufacturer).” development (R&D) in which researchers attempt to
create new products from the results of discoveries
Coupe: A two-door car. and applications created during basic and applied
research.
CPFR: Collaborative Planning, Forecasting and
Replenishment. An inventory management practice. Die: A solid or hollow form used to shape materials
by pressing, stamping, drawing, threading or
CRM (Customer Relationship Management): extruding.
Refers to the automation, via sophisticated software,
of business processes involving existing and Displacement Taxes: Taxes levied on vehicles with
prospective customers. CRM may cover aspects such larger engines.
as sales (contact management and contact history),
marketing (campaign management and Distributor: An individual or business involved in
telemarketing) and customer service (call center marketing, warehousing and/or shipping of products
history and field service history). Well known manufactured by others to a specific group of end
providers of CRM software include Salesforce, which users. Distributors do not sell to the general public. In
delivers via a Software as a Service model (see “SaaS order to develop a competitive advantage, distributors
(Software as a Service)”), Microsoft and Siebel, often focus on serving one industry or one set of
which as been acquired by Oracle. niche clients. For example, within the medical
industry, there are major distributors that focus on
Crossover Utility Vehicle: See “CUV (Crossover providing pharmaceuticals, surgical supplies or
Utility Vehicle).” dental supplies to clinics and hospitals.

CUV (Crossover Utility Vehicle): A vehicle that has Do-it-Yourself (DIY) Market: Market for parts
the looks of a sport utility vehicle (SUV), but purchased and installed by individual car owners.
handling and chassis characteristics more like those
of a passenger car than of true SUVs, which tend to Door Rates: Hourly rates charged by a dealer for
handle like light trucks. standard units of service work, which may or may not
correspond to an actual hour of work.
Days' Supply: An estimate of the number of days
needed to sell all inventory vehicles, based on the EC (European Community): See “EU (European
sales rate of the previous month. Union).”

DBA: Doing business as. E-Commerce: The use of online, Internet-based


sales methods. The phrase is used to describe both
Dealer Principal: A corporation or individual that business-to-consumer and business-to-business sales.
owns and controls one or more automobile
dealerships. EDI (Electronic Data Interchange): An accepted
standard format for the exchange of data between
Demand Chain: A similar concept to a supply chain, various companies’ networks. EDI allows for the
but with an emphasis on the end user. transfer of e-mail as well as orders, invoices and
other files from one company to another.
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EMEA: The region comprised of Europe, the Middle Fleet Sales: The sale of large quantities of vehicles to
East and Africa. business or government agencies.

Emission: The release or discharge of a substance Forging: A process that transforms solid metal into
into the environment. Generally refers to the release various thicknesses and shapes, often by heating.
of gases or particulates into the air.
Four-Wheel Drive (4WD): A vehicle drive train in
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP): An which all four wheels are driven by a transfer case
integrated information system that helps manage all sending power to both axles. Also see “All-Wheel
aspects of a business, including accounting, ordering Drive (AWD).”
and human resources, typically across all locations of
a major corporation or organization. ERP is Franchising: A contractual agreement between a
considered to be a critical tool for management of franchiser and a franchisee that allows the franchisee
large organizations. Suppliers of ERP tools include to operate a retail outlet or other type of business
SAP and Oracle. using a name and format developed and supported by
the franchiser.
ESC (Electronic Stability Control): An advanced
safety feature in cars that helps prevent roll over and Free Trade Agreement of the Americas (FTAA):
other control problems. The effort to unite the economies of the Western
Hemisphere into a single free trade agreement.
Ethanol: A clear, colorless, flammable, oxygenated
hydrocarbon, also called ethyl alcohol. In the U.S., it Front-Wheel Drive: A drive train in which a vehicle
is used as a gasoline octane enhancer and oxygenate is steered by and power is put into the front wheels,
in a 10% blend called E10. Ethanol can be used in pulling the vehicle forward.
higher concentrations (such as an 85% blend called
E85) in vehicles designed for its use. It is typically Fuel Cell: An environmentally friendly
produced chemically from ethylene or biologically electrochemical engine that generates electricity
from fermentation of various sugars from using hydrogen and oxygen as fuel, emitting only
carbohydrates found in agricultural crops and heat and water as byproducts.
cellulose residues from crops or wood. Grain ethanol
production is typically based on corn or sugarcane. G8 (Group of Eight): The eight major industrial
Cellulosic ethanol production is based on agricultural countries, including the United States, Japan,
waste, such as wheat stalks, that has been treated with Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, Russia
enzymes to break the waste down into component and Canada, whose leaders meet at annual economic
sugars. summits to coordinate economic policies. The group
was formerly known as the G7, before Russia was
EU (European Union): A consolidation of European admitted in June 2002.
countries (member states) functioning as one body to
facilitate trade. Previously known as the European GDP (Gross Domestic Product): The total value of
Community (EC), the EU expanded to include much a nation's output, income and expenditures produced
of Eastern Europe in 2004, raising the total number with a nation's physical borders.
of member states to 25. In 2002, the EU launched a
unified currency, the Euro. See europa.eu.int. Global Positioning System (GPS): A satellite
system, originally designed by the U.S. Department
EU Competence: The jurisdiction in which the EU of Defense for navigation purposes. Today, GPS is in
can take legal action. wide use for consumer and business purposes, such
as navigation for drivers, boaters and hikers. It
Fab Lab: See “3-D Printing.” utilizes satellites orbiting the earth at 10,900 miles to
enable users to pinpoint precise locations using small,
Federation International de Automobile (FIA): electronic wireless receivers.
The sanctioning body of all international car racing.
Global Warming: An increase in the near-surface
temperature of the Earth. Global warming has
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occurred in the distant past as the result of natural Initial Public Offering (IPO): A company's first
influences, but the term is most often used to refer to effort to sell its stock to investors (the public).
a theory that warming occurs as a result of increased Investors in an up-trending market eagerly seek
use of hydrocarbon fuels by man. See “Climate stocks offered in many IPOs because the stocks of
Change (Greenhouse Effect).” newly public companies that seem to have great
promise may appreciate very rapidly in price, reaping
Globalization: The increased mobility of goods, great profits for those who were able to get the stock
services, labor, technology and capital throughout the at the first offering. In the United States, IPOs are
world. Although globalization is not a new regulated by the SEC (U.S. Securities Exchange
development, its pace has increased with the advent Commission) and by the state-level regulatory
of new technologies, especially in the areas of agencies of the states in which the IPO shares are
telecommunications, finance and shipping. offered.

GNP (Gross National Product): A country's total Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS): Include
output of goods and services from all forms of a broad number of information technologies that can
economic activity measured at market prices for one provide an electronic communications link to cars
calendar year. It differs from GDP (Gross Domestic and trucks, enabling drivers to be alerted to road
Product) in that GNP includes income from hazards, delays, construction and accidents. At the
investments made in foreign nations. same time, ITS can transmit driving directions and a
wealth of additional driving-related information. ITS
GPS: See “Global Positioning System (GPS).” enables automated drive-through toll collection and
truck pre-clearance along highways and at bridge and
Gray Market: The market for vehicles that have tunnel crossings. ITS technologies are likewise in use
been imported through individual channels outside of at border stations, points of entry and customs
authorized dealers. checkpoints, especially in the NAFTA zone.

Heavy-Duty Truck: A vehicle weighing from International Motor Vehicle Program (IMVP): A
26,001 to 33,001 pounds. research project, launched in 1979, funded by leading
global car makers as well as government agencies,
Hydraulic Hybrid System: A patented fuel-saving focused on research that can enhance automotive
system developed by the Environmental Protection design and manufacturing methods. More than 50
Agency. Used in heavy service vehicles such as senior scientists, management experts, social
garbage trucks and UPS delivery vans, the system scientists and engineers have conducted
utilizes a hydraulic pump and storage tanks that store interdisciplinary automotive research at more than 25
and use energy that is typically lost when brakes are universities on six continents. One of IMVP's
applied. researchers coined the phrase “lean production.”

Ignition System: An electrical system that includes a ISO 9000, 9001, 9002, 9003: Standards set by the
battery, induction coil, capacitor, distributor, spark International Organization for Standardization. ISO
plugs and relevant switches and wiring that produce 9000, 9001, 9002 and 9003 are the highest quality
timed sparks from spark plugs. certifications awarded to organizations that meet
exacting standards in their operating practices and
Import Nameplate: Vehicles sold by manufacturers procedures.
primarily located outside North America, whether
assembled in North America or overseas. ITES (IT-Enabled Services): The portion of the
Information Technology industry focused on
IMVP: See “International Motor Vehicle Program providing business services, such as call centers,
(IMVP).” insurance claims processing and medical records
transcription, by utilizing the power of IT, especially
Independent Repair Shop: A service outlet that the Internet. Most ITES functions are considered to
offers specialized repair services but does not usually be back-office procedures. Also, see “Business
sell gasoline and is not associated with a new car Process Outsourcing (BPO).”
dealer.
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Jigs: An accurate machining device that holds goods Least Developed Countries (LDCs): Nations
in place while guiding tools exactly into position. determined by the U.N. Economic and Social Council
to be the poorest and weakest members of the
Just-in-Time (JIT) Delivery: Refers to a supply international community. There are currently 50
chain practice whereby manufacturers receive LDCs, of which 34 are in Africa, 15 are in Asia
components on or just before the time that they are Pacific and the remaining one (Haiti) is in Latin
needed on the assembly line, rather than bearing the America. The top 10 on the LDC list, in descending
cost of maintaining several days' or weeks' supply in order from top to 10th, are Afghanistan, Angola,
a warehouse. This adds greatly to the cost- Bangladesh, Benin, Bhutan, Burkina Faso, Burundi,
effectiveness of a manufacturing plant and puts the Cambodia, Cape Verde and the Central African
burden of warehousing and timely delivery on the Republic. Sixteen of the LDCs are also Landlocked
supplier of the components. Developing Nations (LLDCs) which present them
with additional difficulties often due to the high cost
Kaizen: A Japanese manufacturing process concept of transporting trade goods. Eleven of the LDCs are
that is widely studied by the global automotive Small Island Developing States (SIDS), which are
industry. It is a philosophy based on continuous often at risk of extreme weather phenomenon
improvement of the manufacturing and business (hurricanes, typhoons, Tsunami); have fragile
process. Facets of Kaizen may include just-in-time ecosystems; are often dependent on foreign energy
delivery of components, zero defects, productivity sources; can have high disease rates for HIV/AIDS
enhancement and a customer-oriented mindset. and malaria; and can have poor market access and
trade terms.
Kanban: A Japanese phrase referring to just-in-time
delivery of parts and components. Also see “Just-in- Light Truck: In the U.S., a light truck is a vehicle
Time (JIT) Delivery.” that weights no more than 13,000 pounds (about
6,300 kg). These are vehicles that are used both by
Knowledge Process Outsourcing (KPO): The use individuals and commercial entities. Vehicles that fall
of outsourced and/or offshore workers to perform within this classification may include pickups, full-
business tasks that require judgment and analysis. size passenger vans and commercial vans, minivans
Examples include such professional tasks as patent and SUVs.
research, legal research, architecture, design,
engineering, market research, scientific research, LOHAS: Lifestyles of Health and Sustainability. A
accounting and tax return preparation. Also, see marketing term that refers to consumers who choose
“Business Process Outsourcing (BPO).” to purchase and/or live with items that are natural,
organic, less polluting, etc. Such consumers may also
LAC: An acronym for Latin America and the prefer products powered by alternative energy, such
Caribbean. as hybrid cars.

LDCs: See “Least Developed Countries (LDCs).” Loss Leaders: The use of very low prices to attract
customers where merchandise may be sold at or
Lean Production: An enhancement of the mass below cost.
production concept. Lean production, also known as
optimum lean production, involves optimizing the Low Emission Vehicle (LEV) Standards: Standards
factory floor, design team, supply chain and other set by federal and state governments for automakers
areas in order to manufacture a higher-quality developing vehicles that will output lower emission
product in less time at less cost. The phrase was levels.
coined by John Krafcik, a member of the research
team at IMVP (International Motor Vehicle Machining: An operation which shapes metal parts
Program). by carving away excess material in a sequential
process of turning, milling and grinding.
Lease (Automotive): A form of contract transferring
the use of a vehicle, typically in consideration of a Make-to-Order (MTO): A term applied to products
monthly payment. Ownership is retained by the lease that are manufactured only when an order is
company. confirmed. MTO differs from ETO in that no
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additional engineering or design is required to make Medium-Duty Truck: In the U.S., a medium-duty
the product. truck is a commercial vehicle weighing between
13,000 pounds and 33,000 pounds.
Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP):
The suggested selling price of a vehicle as stated by Merchandising: Any marketing method utilized to
its manufacturer. foster sales growth.

Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP II): A Model Line: A group of vehicles having the same
methodology that supports effective planning with model name or platform.
regard to all resources of a manufacturing company,
linking MRP with sales and operations planning, Module: In the automobile manufacturing sector, a
production planning and master production module is considered to be several distinct systems
scheduling. that have been assembled into a major functional unit
of a vehicle, such as an engine. A module is the next
Maquila (Maquiladora): A production plant, step up from a system, which is the next step up from
located in Mexico near the U.S.-Mexican border, that a component, the next step up from a part such as a
manufactures components but does not perform final bolt. Also see “Component” and “System.”
assembly of completed products. The U.S. allows
duty-free import of these components, which then MOST (Media Oriented Systems Transport): A
undergo final assembly at a U.S. plant. Also see standard adopted in 2004 by the Consumer
“OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer).” Electronics Association for the integration of or
interface with consumer electronics (such as iPods)
Market Segmentation: The division of a consumer into entertainment systems in automobiles.
market into specific groups of buyers based on
demographic factors. Multimaterial Injection Molding: See “Coinjection
Molding.”
Marketing: Includes all planning and management
activities and expenses associated with the promotion No Fault Insurance: A system of insurance where
of a product or service. Marketing can encompass both parties in an accident file claims and neither
advertising, customer surveys, public relations and party is held primarily responsible.
many other disciplines. Marketing is distinct from
selling, which is the process of sell-through to the North American Free Trade Agreement
end user. (NAFTA): A trade agreement signed in December
1992 by U.S. President George H. W. Bush,
Mass Production: The use of specialized labor, and Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney and
in some cases moving assembly lines, to manufacture Mexican President Carlos Salinas de Gortari. The
large quantities. This is much faster and much more agreement eliminates tariffs on most goods
cost-effective than low-quantity or custom originating in and traveling between the three
production. Henry Ford is generally credited with member countries. It was approved by the
making mass production the standard in the legislatures of the three countries and had entered
automobile industry. He installed the first moving into force by January 1994. When it was created,
assembly line in 1913 in his Highland Park, Michigan NAFTA formed one of the largest free-trade areas of
plant. its kind in the world.

Material Requirements Planning (MRP): An ODM (Original Design Manufacturer): A contract


integrated management technique that uses bill of manufacturer that offers complete, end-to-end design,
material data, inventory data and master production engineering and manufacturing services. ODMs
schedules to calculate requirements for material. design and build products, such as consumer
MRP generates recommendations to release or electronics, that client companies can then brand and
reschedule replenishment orders for materials. sell as their own. For example, a large percentage of
laptop computers, cell phones and PDAs are made by
Mechanic Installed Market (MIL): The sale of ODMs. Also see “OEM (Original Equipment
parts for installation by professional mechanics. Manufacturer)” and “Contract Manufacturer.”
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OECD: See “Organisation for Economic Co- Japan, the U.S., Spain, Germany, Australia, Korea,
operation and Development (OECD).” the U.K., Canada and Mexico. Although not
members, Chile, Estonia, Israel, Russia and Slovenia
OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer): A are invited to member talks; and Brazil, China, India,
company that manufactures a product or component Indonesia and South Africa have enhanced
for sale to a customer that will integrate the engagement policies with the OECD. The
component into a final product or assembly. The Organisation provides statistics, as well as social and
OEM’s customer will distribute the end product or economic data; and researches social changes,
resell it to an end user. For example, a personal including patterns in evolving fiscal policy,
computer made under a brand name by a given agriculture, technology, trade, the environment and
company may contain various components, such as other areas. It publishes over 250 titles annually;
hard drives, graphics cards or speakers, manufactured publishes a corporate magazine, the OECD Observer;
by several different OEM “vendors,” but the firm has radio and TV studios; and has centers in Tokyo,
doing the final assembly/manufacturing process is the Washington, D.C., Berlin and Mexico City that
final manufacturer. Also see “ODM (Original Design distributed the Organisation’s work and organizes
Manufacturer)” and “Contract Manufacturer.” events.

Off-Highway Vehicle: A vehicle intended to be Original Design Manufacturer: See “ODM


operated on rough terrain or unpaved surfaces. (Original Design Manufacturer).”

Offshoring: The rapidly growing tendency among Original Equipment Manufacturer: See “OEM
U.S., Japanese and Western European firms to send (Original Equipment Manufacturer).”
knowledge-based and manufacturing work overseas.
The intent is to take advantage of lower wages and Outbound Logistics: The process related to the
operating costs in such nations as China, India, movement and storage of products from the end of
Hungary and Russia. The choice of a nation for the production line to the end user.
offshore work may be influenced by such factors as
language and education of the local workforce, Outsourcing: The hiring of an outside company to
transportation systems or natural resources. For perform a task otherwise performed internally by the
example, China and India are graduating high company, generally with the goal of lowering costs
numbers of skilled engineers and scientists from their and/or streamlining work flow. Outsourcing contracts
universities. Also, some nations are noted for large are generally several years in length. Companies that
numbers of workers skilled in the English language, hire outsourced services providers often prefer to
such as the Philippines and India. Also see “Captive focus on their core strengths while sending more
Offshoring” and “Outsourcing.” routine tasks outside for others to perform. Typical
outsourced services include the running of human
On Board Diagnostics (OBD): A system that resources departments, telephone call centers and
monitors a vehicle for problems and unit failures computer departments. When outsourcing is
during normal vehicle operations. performed overseas, it may be referred to as
offshoring. Also see “Offshoring.”
Optimum Lean Production: The practice of fine
tuning "lean production" so that it produces the Partnership for a New Generation of Vehicles: A
highest profitability and return on investment. In partnership between the U.S. Federal Government
automobile manufacturing, the goal of optimum lean and the automotive industry created to establish
production would be to create a balance between global technical leadership in the development and
productivity and quality in order to produce the production of affordable, fuel-efficient, low-emission
highest profit per vehicle that can be reasonably vehicles to meet performance standards.
expected.
Passenger Vehicle: A four-wheeled motor vehicle,
Organisation for Economic Co-operation and including sport utility vehicles and minivans. The
Development (OECD): A group of 30 countries that primary purpose of these vehicles is to carry
are strongly committed to the market economy and passengers, not cargo.
democracy. Some of the OECD members include
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Passive Anti-Theft Device: A passive device that R&D: Research and development. Also see “Applied
renders a vehicle inoperative by disabling the fuel, Research” and “Basic Research.”
ignition or starting system. The device is passive
because a separate manual step is not needed to Rapid Prototyping: See “3-D Printing.”
engage the device. Also see “Active Anti-Theft
Device.” Rear-Wheel Drive: A drive train in which the front
wheels of the vehicle steer while the rear wheels push
Platform: The primary load-bearing structural the vehicle forward.
assembly of a motor vehicle, which determines its
basic size and supports its suspension components Reefer: A refrigerated trailer.
and driveline.
Refit: In manufacturing, the closure of a plant for the
Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEV): A purpose of retooling or conversion.
PHEV is an automobile that features an extra high-
capacity battery bank that gives the vehicle a longer Registration: Vehicle ownership details that are filed
electric-only range than standard hybrids. These cars with the state/province and printed out on a
are designed so that they can be plugged into a certificate of ownership called a title.
standard electric outlet for recharging. The intent is to
minimize or eliminate the need to use the car's Return on Investment (ROI): A measure of a
gasoline engine and rely on the electric engine company's profitability, expressed in percentage as
instead. net profit (after taxes) divided by total dollar
investment.
Pneumatic Tire: A tire with an outer part made of
flexible, hollow rubber which is inflated by air SaaS (Software as a Service): Refers to the practice
pressure. of providing users with software applications that are
hosted on remote servers and accessed via the
Positioning: The design and implementation of a Internet. Excellent examples include the CRM
merchandising mix, price structure and style of (Customer Relationship Management) software
selling to create an image of the retailer, relative to its provided in SaaS format by Salesforce. An earlier
competitors, in the customer’s mind. technology that operated in a similar, but less
sophisticated, manner was called ASP or Application
PPP: See “Purchasing Power Parity (PPP).” Service Provider.

Product Lifecycle: The prediction of the life of a Securitization: The process of financing a pool of
product or brand. Stages are described as similar assets (such as mortgages, automobile loans,
Introduction, Growth, Maturity and finally Sales corporate debt instruments or credit card debts) by
Decline. issuing to investors interests in the funds generated
by that pool. Such pools are generally in the range of
Production Car: A model of vehicle that is in $100 million or higher, and may represent the debts
production and for sale to the general public. of dozens of companies or thousands of consumers.
Securitization enables banks and other lenders to
Program Cars: Vehicles sold for fleet use, usually in have ready markets into which they may sell loans
large fleets such as those used by car rental that they generate.
companies.
Six Sigma: A quality enhancement strategy designed
Purchasing Power Parity (PPP): Currency to reduce the number of products coming from a
conversion rates that attempt to reflect the actual manufacturing plant that do not conform to
purchasing power of a currency in its home market, specifications. Six Sigma states that no more than 3.4
as opposed to examining price levels and comparing defects per million parts is the goal of high-quality
an exchange rate. PPPs are always given in the output. Motorola invented the system in the 1980s in
national currency units per U.S. dollar. order to enhance its competitive position against
Japanese electronics manufacturers.
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Specialty Repair Shop: A retail outlet that focuses service is a well-known example of telematics
on specialized service and repair, such as brake or services for passenger car owners.
muffler repair.
Third-Party Logistics (3PL): A specialist firm in
Sport Utility Vehicle: See “SUV (Sport Utility logistics, which may provide a variety of
Vehicle).” transportation, warehousing and logistics-related
services to buyers or sellers. These tasks were
Stamping: A process that creates shaped parts from previously performed in-house by the customer.
rolled sheet metal by bending or stretching it in a When 3PL services are provided within the client's
sequence of purpose-built tools fitted to a general- own facilities, it can also be referred to as insourcing.
purpose press.
Tier 1 Supplier: A component manufacturer to final
Subsidiary, Wholly-Owned: A company that is vehicle assemblers, responsible for delivery of the
wholly controlled by another company through stock finished assembly, product development and
ownership. continued technology renewal. Tier 1 suppliers work
hand-in-hand with automobile manufacturers to
Supply Chain: The complete set of suppliers of design, manufacture and deliver complicated
goods and services required for a company to operate automobile systems and modules, such as significant
its business. For example, a manufacturer's supply interior, exterior or drivetrain units. Tier 1 suppliers
chain may include providers of raw materials, in turn purchase from tier 2 and tier 3 suppliers,
components, custom-made parts and packaging which rank below tier 1.
materials.
Tier 2 Supplier: A producer of value-adding parts in
SUV (Sport Utility Vehicle): A vehicle designed as the minor sub-assembly phase. Tier 2 suppliers buy
a hybrid of a truck and a passenger car. SUVs from tier 3 and sell to tier 1.
frequently have four-wheel drive for rough or off-
road driving, in addition to extra space for people or Tier 3 Supplier: A supplier of engineered materials
cargo and comforts such as additional suspension and and special services, such as rolls of sheet steel, heat
luxury options. treating and surface treatments. Tier 3 suppliers rank
below tier 2 and tier 1 suppliers in terms of the
System: In the automobile manufacturing sector, a complexity of the products that they provide.
system is considered to be several distinct
components that have been assembled by a supplier Title: See “Registration.”
into a subproduct that is a functional part of a vehicle,
such as an instrument panel. A system is the next step Total Quality Management (TQM): The
up from a component, which is the next step up from management of an operation with the goal of
a part such as a bolt. Also see “Component” and producing a product with zero defects.
“Module.”
Ultrawideband (UWB): A means of low-power,
Telematics: The use of cellular or radio transmission limited-range wireless data transmission that takes
to exchange information between an automobile or advantage of bandwidth set aside by the FCC in
truck and a base data center or customer service 2002. UWB encodes signals in a dramatically
center. In the trucking industry, telematics is used to different way, sending digital pulses in a relatively
provide a headquarters with information about the secure manner that will not interfere with other
location and routing of a truck. Telematics can also wireless systems that may be operating nearby. It has
be used to alert a central service office about the the potential to deliver very large amounts of data to
temperature, oil pressure and other vital statistics of a a distance of about 230 feet, even through doors and
gas or diesel engine. In passenger automobiles, other obstacles, and requires very little power. Speeds
telematics may be used to provide emergency are scalable from approximately 100 Mbps to 2Gbps.
response during accidents or breakdowns. Such UWB works on the 802.15.3 IEEE specification.
emergency response may occur automatically, for
example, when an air bag inflates. GM's OnStar Value Added Tax (VAT): A tax that imposes a levy
on businesses at every stage of manufacturing based
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on the value it adds to a product. Each business in the


supply chain pays its own VAT and is subsequently
repaid by the next link down the chain; hence, a VAT
is ultimately paid by the consumer, being the last link
in the supply chain, making it comparable to a sales
tax. Generally, VAT only applies to goods bought for
consumption within a given country; export goods
are exempt from VAT, and purchasers from other
countries taking goods back home may apply for a
VAT refund.

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): The unique


number assigned to a vehicle by its manufacturer for
identification and registration purposes.

Vendor: Any firm, such as a manufacturer or


distributor, from which a retailer obtains
merchandise.

Vertical Integration: A business model in which


one company owns many (or all) of the means of
production of the many goods that comprise its
product line. For example, founder Henry Ford
designed Ford Motor Company's early River Rogue
plant so that coal, iron ore and other needed raw
materials arrived at one end of the plant and were
processed into steel, which was then converted on-
site into finished components. At the final stage of
the plant, completed automobiles were assembled.

World Trade Organization (WTO): One of the


only globally active international organizations
dealing with the trade rules between nations. Its goal
is to assist the free flow of trade goods, ensuring a
smooth, predictable supply of goods to help raise the
quality of life of member citizens. Members form
consensus decisions that are then ratified by their
respective parliaments. The WTO’s conflict
resolution process generally emphasizes interpreting
existing commitments and agreements, and discovers
how to ensure trade policies to conform to those
agreements, with the ultimate aim of avoiding
military or political conflict.

WTO (World Trade Organization): See “World


Trade Organization (WTO).”
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INTRODUCTION

PLUNKETT'S AUTOMOBILE INDUSTRY THE AUTOMOBILE 400 is our unique grouping of


ALMANAC, the sixth edition of our guide to the the biggest, most successful corporations in all
automotive field, is designed to be used as a general segments of the global automotive industry, including
source for researchers of all types. cars, trucks, components, specialty vehicles and
related services. Tens of thousands of pieces of
The data and areas of interest covered are information, gathered from a wide variety of sources,
intentionally broad, ranging from the trends relating have been researched and are presented in a unique
to automotive sales, to emerging technology, to an in- form that can be easily understood. This section
depth look at the major for-profit firms (which we includes thorough indexes to THE AUTOMOBILE
call “THE AUTOMOBILE 400”) within the many 400, by geography, industry, sales, brand names,
industry sectors that make up the automotive arena. subsidiary names and many other topics. (See
Chapter 4.)
This reference book is designed to be a general
source for researchers. It is especially intended to Especially helpful is the way in which PLUNKETT'S
assist with market research, strategic planning, AUTOMOBILE INDUSTRY ALMANAC enables
employment searches, contact or prospect list readers who have no business background to readily
creation (be sure to see the export capabilities of the compare the financial records and growth plans of
accompanying CD-ROM that is available to book and large automotive companies and major industry
eBook buyers) and financial research, and as a data groups. You’ll see the mid-term financial record of
resource for executives and students of all types. each firm, along with the impact of earnings, sales
and strategic plans on each company’s potential to
PLUNKETT'S AUTOMOBILE INDUSTRY fuel growth, to serve new markets and to provide
ALMANAC takes a rounded approach for the general investment and employment opportunities.
reader. This book presents a complete overview of
the entire automobile and truck industry (see “How No other source provides this book’s easy-to-
To Use This Book”). For example, you will find understand comparisons of growth, expenditures,
trends in the passenger car, light truck and heavy technologies, corporations and many other items of
truck markets, along with easy-to-use charts and great importance to people of all types who may be
tables on all facets of automobiles in general, from studying this, one of the largest industries in the
the sales and profits of the automakers, to fuel world today.
efficiency, to manufacturing output.
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By scanning the data groups and the unique indexes, question for the very latest changes and data.
you can find the best information to fit your personal Where possible, we have listed contact names,
research needs. The major growth companies in toll-free telephone numbers and World Wide
automobiles are profiled and then ranked using Web site addresses for the companies,
several different groups of specific criteria. Which government agencies and industry associations
firms are the biggest employers? Which companies involved so that the reader may get further details
earn the most profits? These things and much more without unnecessary delay.
are easy to find.
• Tables of industry data and statistics used in this
In addition to individual company profiles, an book include the latest numbers available at the
overview of automotive markets and trends is time of printing, generally through the end of
provided. This book’s job is to help you sort through 2007. In a few cases, the only complete data
easy-to-understand summaries of today’s trends in a available was for earlier years.
quick and effective manner.
• We have used exhaustive efforts to locate and
Whatever your purpose for researching the fairly present accurate and complete data.
automotive field, you’ll find this book to be a However, when using this book or any other
valuable guide. Nonetheless, as is true with all source for business and industry information, the
resources, this volume has limitations that the reader reader should use caution and diligence by
should be aware of: conducting further research where it seems
appropriate. We wish you success in your
• Financial data and other corporate information endeavors, and we trust that your experience with
can change quickly. A book of this type can be this book will be both satisfactory and
no more current than the data that was available productive.
as of the time of editing. Consequently, the
financial picture, management and ownership of Jack W. Plunkett
the firm(s) you are studying may have changed Houston, Texas
since the date of this book. For example, this September 2008
almanac includes the most up-to-date sales
figures and profits available to the editors as of
mid-2008. That means that we have typically
used corporate financial data as of the end of
2007.

• Corporate mergers, acquisitions and downsizing


are occurring at a very rapid rate. Such events
may have created significant change, subsequent
to the publishing of this book, within a company
you are studying.

• Some of the companies in THE AUTOMOBILE


400 are so large in scope and in variety of
business endeavors conducted within a parent
organization, that we have been unable to
completely list all subsidiaries, affiliations,
divisions and activities within a firm’s corporate
structure.

• This volume is intended to be a general guide to a


vast industry. That means that researchers should
look to this book for an overview and, when
conducting in-depth research, should contact the
specific corporations or industry associations in
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HOW TO USE THIS BOOK

The two primary sections of this book are devoted THE AUTOMOBILE 400
first to the automotive industry as a whole and then to
the “Individual Data Listings” for THE Chapter 4: THE AUTOMOBILE 400: Who They
AUTOMOBILE 400. If time permits, you should Are and How They Were Chosen. The companies
begin your research in the front chapters of this book. compared in this book were carefully selected from
Also, you will find lengthy indexes in Chapter 4 and the automobile industry, largely in the United States.
in the back of the book. 145 of the firms are based outside the U.S. For a
complete description, see THE AUTOMOBILE 400
THE AUTOMOBILE INDUSTRY indexes in this chapter.
Individual Data Listings:
Glossary: A short list of automotive industry terms. Look at one of the companies in THE
AUTOMOBILE 400’s Individual Data Listings.
Chapter 1: Major Trends Affecting the You’ll find the following information fields:
Automobile Industry. This chapter presents an Company Name:
encapsulated view of the major trends that are The company profiles are in alphabetical order by
creating rapid changes in the automotive industry company name. If you don’t find the company you
today. are seeking, it may be a subsidiary or division of one
of the firms covered in this book. Try looking it up in
Chapter 2: Automobile Industry Statistics. This the Index by Subsidiaries, Brand Names and Selected
chapter presents in-depth statistics on car sales, Affiliations in the back of the book.
manufacturing import/export and more. Ranks:
Industry Group Code: An NAIC code used to
Chapter 3: Important Automobile Industry group companies within like segments. (See Chapter
Contacts – Addresses, Telephone Numbers and 4 for a list of codes.)
Internet Sites. This chapter covers contacts for Ranks Within This Company’s Industry Group:
important government agencies, automotive Ranks, within this firm’s segment only, for annual
organizations and trade groups. Included are sales and annual profits, with 1 being the highest
numerous important Internet sites. rank.
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Business Activities: Total Number of Employees: The approximate


A grid arranged into six major industry categories total number of employees, worldwide, as of the
and several sub-categories. A “Y” indicates that the beginning of 2008 (or the latest data available to the
firm operates within the sub-category. A complete editors).
Index by Industry is included in the beginning of Apparent Salaries/Benefits:
Chapter 4. (The following descriptions generally apply to
Types of Business: U.S. employers only.)
A listing of the primary types of business A “Y” in appropriate fields indicates “Yes.”
specialties conducted by the firm. Due to wide variations in the manner in which
Brands/Divisions/Affiliations: corporations report benefits to the U.S. Government’s
Major brand names, operating divisions or regulatory bodies, not all plans will have been
subsidiaries of the firm, as well as major corporate uncovered or correctly evaluated during our effort to
affiliations—such as another firm that owns a research this data. Also, the availability to employees
significant portion of the company’s stock. A of such plans will vary according to the qualifications
complete Index by Subsidiaries, Brand Names and that employees must meet to become eligible. For
Selected Affiliations is in the back of the book. example, some benefit plans may be available only to
Contacts: salaried workers—others only to employees who
The names and titles up to 27 top officers of the work more than 1,000 hours yearly. Benefits that are
company are listed, including human resources available to employees of the main or parent
contacts. company may not be available to employees of the
Address: subsidiaries. In addition, employers frequently alter
The firm’s full headquarters address, the the nature and terms of plans offered.
headquarters telephone, plus toll-free and fax NOTE: Generally, employees covered by wealth-
numbers where available. Also provided is the World building benefit plans do not fully own (“vest in”)
Wide Web site address. funds contributed on their behalf by the employer
Financials: until as many as five years of service with that
Annual Sales (2008 or the latest fiscal year employer have passed. All pension plans are
available to the editors, plus up to four previous voluntary—that is, employers are not obligated to
years): These are stated in thousands of dollars (add offer pensions.
three zeros if you want the full number). This figure Pension Plan: The firm offers a pension plan to
represents consolidated worldwide sales from all qualified employees. In this case, in order for a “Y”
operations. 2008 figures may be estimates or may be to appear, the editors believe that the employer offers
for only part of the year—partial year figures are a defined benefit or cash balance pension plan (see
appropriately footnoted. discussions below).The type and generosity of these
Annual Profits (2008 or the latest fiscal year plans vary widely from firm to firm. Caution: Some
available to the editors, plus up to four previous employers refer to plans as “pension” or “retirement”
years): These are stated in thousands of dollars (add plans when they are actually 401(k) savings plans
three zeros if you want the full number). This figure that require a contribution by the employee.
represents consolidated, after-tax net profit from all • Defined Benefit Pension Plans: Pension plans
operations. 2008 figures may be estimates or may be that do not require a contribution from the
for only part of the year—partial year figures are employee are infrequently offered. However, a
appropriately footnoted. few companies, particularly larger employers in
Stock Ticker, International Exchange, Parent high-profit-margin industries, offer defined
Company: When available, the unique stock market benefit pension plans where the employee is
symbol used to identify this firm’s common stock for guaranteed to receive a set pension benefit upon
trading and tracking purposes is indicated. Where retirement. The amount of the benefit is
appropriate, this field may contain “private” or determined by the years of service with the
“subsidiary” rather than a ticker symbol. If the firm is company and the employee’s salary during the
a publicly-held company headquartered outside of the later years of employment. The longer a person
U.S., its international ticker and exchange are given. works for the employer, the higher the retirement
If the firm is a subsidiary, its parent company is benefit. These defined benefit plans are funded
listed. entirely by the employer. The benefits, up to a
reasonable limit, are guaranteed by the Federal
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Government’s Pension Benefit Guaranty account holdings in set percentages that rise as the
Corporation. These plans are not portable—if employee ages and gains years of service with the
you leave the company, you cannot transfer your company. In this manner, not all of the employee’s
benefits into a different plan. Instead, upon assets are tied up in the employer’s stock.
retirement you will receive the benefits that Savings Plan, 401(k): Under this type of plan,
vested during your service with the company. If employees make a tax-deferred deposit into an
your employer offers a pension plan, it must give account. In the best plans, the company makes annual
you a summary plan description within 90 days matching donations to the employees’ accounts,
of the date you join the plan. You can also typically in some proportion to deposits made by the
request a summary annual report of the plan, and employees themselves. A good plan will match one-
once every 12 months you may request an half of employee deposits of up to 6% of wages. For
individual benefit statement accounting of your example, an employee earning $30,000 yearly might
interest in the plan. deposit $1,800 (6%) into the plan. The company will
• Defined Contribution Plans: These are quite match one-half of the employee’s deposit, or $900.
different. They do not guarantee a certain amount The plan grows on a tax-deferred basis, similar to an
of pension benefit. Instead, they set out IRA. A very generous plan will match 100% of
circumstances under which the employer will employee deposits. However, some plans do not call
make a contribution to a plan on your behalf. The for the employer to make a matching deposit at all.
most common example is the 401(k) savings Other plans call for a matching contribution to be
plan. Pension benefits are not guaranteed under made at the discretion of the firm’s board of
these plans. directors. Actual terms of these plans vary widely
• Cash Balance Pension Plans: These plans were from firm to firm. Generally, these savings plans
recently invented. These are hybrid plans—part allow employees to deposit as much as 15% of salary
defined benefit and part defined contribution. into the plan on a tax-deferred basis. However, the
Many employers have converted their older portion that the company uses to calculate its
defined benefit plans into cash balance plans. The matching deposit is generally limited to a maximum
employer makes deposits (or credits a given of 6%. Employees should take care to diversify the
amount of money) on the employee’s behalf, holdings in their 401(k) accounts, and most people
usually based on a percentage of pay. Employee should seek professional guidance or investment
accounts grow based on a predetermined interest management for their accounts.
benchmark, such as the interest rate on Treasury Stock Purchase Plan: Qualified employees may
Bonds. There are some advantages to these plans, purchase the company’s common stock at a price
particularly for younger workers: a) The benefits, below its market value under a specific plan.
up to a reasonable limit, are guaranteed by the Typically, the employee is limited to investing a
Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation. b) small percentage of wages in this plan. The discount
Benefits are portable—they can be moved to may range from 5 to 15%. Some of these plans allow
another plan when the employee changes for deposits to be made through regular monthly
companies. c) Younger workers and those who payroll deductions. However, new accounting rules
spend a shorter number of years with an for corporations, along with other factors, are leading
employer may receive higher benefits than they many companies to curtail these plans—dropping the
would under a traditional defined benefit plan. discount allowed, cutting the maximum yearly stock
ESOP Stock Plan (Employees’ Stock Ownership purchase or otherwise making the plans less generous
Plan): This type of plan is in wide use. Typically, the or appealing.
plan borrows money from a bank and uses those Profit Sharing: Qualified employees are awarded
funds to purchase a large block of the corporation’s an annual amount equal to some portion of a
stock. The corporation makes contributions to the company’s profits. In a very generous plan, the pool
plan over a period of time, and the stock purchase of money awarded to employees would be 15% of
loan is eventually paid off. The value of the plan profits. Typically, this money is deposited into a
grows significantly as long as the market price of the long-term retirement account. Caution: Some
stock holds up. Qualified employees are allocated a employers refer to plans as “profit sharing” when
share of the plan based on their length of service and they are actually 401(k) savings plans. True profit
their level of salary. Under federal regulations, sharing plans are rarely offered.
participants in ESOPs are allowed to diversify their
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Highest Executive Salary: The highest executive


salary paid, typically a 2007 amount (or the latest
year available to the editors) and typically paid to the
Chief Executive Officer.
Highest Executive Bonus: The apparent bonus, if
any, paid to the above person.
Second Highest Executive Salary: The next-
highest executive salary paid, typically a 2007
amount (or the latest year available to the editors) and
typically paid to the President or Chief Operating
Officer.
Second Highest Executive Bonus: The apparent
bonus, if any, paid to the above person.
Other Thoughts:
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: It is
difficult to obtain this information on an exact basis,
and employers generally do not disclose the data in a
public way. However, we have indicated what our
best efforts reveal to be the apparent number of
women who either are in the posts of corporate
officers or sit on the board of directors. There is a
wide variance from company to company.
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities:
A “Y” in appropriate fields indicates “Yes.” These
are firms that appear either to have posted a
substantial number of women and/or minorities to
high posts or that appear to have a good record of
going out of their way to recruit, train, promote and
retain women or minorities. (See the Index of Hot
Spots For Women and Minorities in the back of the
book.) This information may change frequently and
can be difficult to obtain and verify. Consequently,
the reader should use caution and conduct further
investigation where appropriate.
Growth Plans/ Special Features:
Listed here are observations regarding the firm’s
strategy, hiring plans, plans for growth and product
development, along with general information
regarding a company’s business and prospects.
Locations:
A “Y” in the appropriate field indicates “Yes.”
Primary locations outside of the headquarters,
categorized by regions of the United States and by
international locations. A complete index by
locations is also in the front of this chapter.
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Chapter 1

MAJOR TRENDS AND TECHNOLOGIES


AFFECTING THE
AUTOMOBILE INDUSTRY

Major Trends Affecting the Automobile Industry: 16) Super-Expensive Cars are Pushed by
Manufacturers/Luxury Car Market Is Highly
1) Automobile Industry Introduction Competitive
2) Big Three’s Dominance of the U.S. Auto 17) Rethinking SUVs/Small Sedans and
Market Is Compromised Crossovers Gain Market Share
3) Fuel Efficiency Becomes a Key Selling 18) Big News in Small Cars
Element/Stiff Emissions Standards Adopted in 19) More Choices than Ever Before for
Several U.S. States Automobile Consumers
4) Electric Cars and Plug-in Hybrids (PHEVs) 20) Wireless Information Systems Surge Ahead in
Will Quickly Gain Popularity/Major Research Cars: Telematics, ITS and More
in Advanced Lithium Batteries
5) Hybrid Cars Gain Market Share 1) Automobile Industry Introduction
6) Clean Diesel Technology Gains Acceptance In the U.S., the 2008 car and light truck market
7) Natural Gas Powered Vehicles off to a Slow dropped dramatically, to approximately. 13.2 million
Start units for the year, down by about 2.9 million from the
8) Ethanol Production Soared, But a Market number of units sold in 2007. Globally, Scotiabank
Glut May Slow Expansion Group estimates that about 52 million new cars and
9) Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Power Research light trucks were sold in 2008, down from nearly 55
Continues million the previous year.
10) Globalization/Consolidation of Manufacturers By early 2009, the global automobile industry
Begins to Unwind was in a deep slump. Sales were dropping
11) Outsourcing of Component Manufacturing/ substantially. Auto makers were short of cash—
Sharing of Parts and Designs some, including Saab, took bankruptcy. GM and
12) Advanced Technology Speeds Manufacturing Chrysler each received a combined $17.4 billion in
13) Car Purchasers Turn to the Internet in Droves federal aid, which was tied to a requirement that the
14) Car Sales Shift in China, India and firms develop specific plans for staying afloat. Those
Russia/Chinese-Made Vehicles Exported for plans include concessions from labor unions, fewer
the First Time workers and fewer plants. Very substantial
15) Focus on Safety Improvements by additional sums of aid or financing will be required if
Automakers GM is to stay solvent. Chrysler also has significant
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financial problems, and its private owners are manufacturer GM indicated that it wants to
attempting to put together a strategic relationship dramatically reduce the size of its dealer network.
whereby Nissan would own about 35% of the firm. The years of 2004 through 2006 will long be
U.S. car manufacturers will cut capacity by at least remembered as a pivotal period in the automobile
500,000 units yearly. industry. It was a period during which high gasoline
Outside of the U.S., Toyota received some prices finally created significant demand among U.S.
financing from the Japanese government, and car consumers for fuel-efficient vehicles. Gasoline
makers throughout Europe and Asia were seeking prices of approximately $2.00 per gallon started
concessions and/or financial aid. taking a huge bite out of family budgets in 2004, and
Further auto industry bankruptcies are inevitable, many middle-class consumers who owned fuel
possibly at auto manufacturers, and definitely at auto guzzling SUVs and pickup trucks began to wish they
dealers and suppliers. had vehicles that were much less expensive to
By February, 2009 was shaping up to be a very operate. By 2005-2006, with gasoline prices in the
dismal year for the industry. In the U.S., unit sales $3.00 range, the party was over for large SUVs and
fell 41% over February 2008, despite generous family trucks.
rebates and discount offers. Retail gasoline prices of more than $4.00 per
Analysts at Scotiabank Group expect 2009 sales gallon for much of 2008 literally put the brakes on
to total a very weak 11.5 million units in the U.S., new car sales—it was a dismal year for the car
14.23 million units in Asia (including 5.29 in China industry as a whole. Through the eight months
and 1.23 in India), 1.48 million units in Canada and ending with August 2008, car industry sales were
12.46 million units in Western Europe. Overall, down 11.2% in the U.S., with sales of pickup trucks,
Scotiabank forecasts 47.68 million units to be sold in minivans and SUVs down 19.3%.
2009, down from 52.17 in 2008. However, by March One result has been strong demand for Toyota’s
2009 sales were so slow that actual results may turn Prius hybrid car over recent years. Toyota responded
out to be much worse. by raising the price and planning production
Worldwide, automobile consumers have increases. Meanwhile, Toyota made investments in
encountered great difficulty in obtaining financing its Georgetown, Kentucky plant to enable it to
when the want to purchase a new car due to the manufacture hybrid Camrys. Meanwhile, there has
global credit crisis. Meanwhile, the consumer’s best been good demand for Toyota’s Lexus RX400h
friend is an old paid-for car, and most consumers are hybrid crossover. Ford launched its first hybrids, and
reluctant to purchase an expensive new vehicle. other carmakers, including GM, were greatly
The only winners in the current environment may encouraged in their own efforts to bring more hybrids
be Korea and Mexico, where auto making plants are to the market. However, consumers generally aren’t
modern, quality is good (actually quality is world as impressed with U.S. hybrid technology as they are
class in Korea) and currency values have plummeted with that of Toyota models, and actual mileage
to the extent that cars and parts made in those two results on the road are often disappointing, largely
nations are now extremely competitive on a global due to driver habits such as quick acceleration which
basis. uses more fuel. Over the mid-term, many hybrids
There are approximately 250 million vehicles in will be available from a wide variety of makers, and
operation in the United States. Around the world, technology will steadily improve.
there were about 806 million cars and light trucks on In the American market for the first eight months
the road in 2007. By 2020, that number will reach 1 of 2008, Toyota sold 119,688 Prius hybrids, 36,633
billion. Currently, those vehicles burn over 260 Camry hybrids, 15,651 Highlander hybrids and
billion gallons of fuel yearly. 11,754 Lexus 400h hybrids. Honda sold 25,577
In the U.S., as of 2007, the industry included Civic hybrids during the same period.
about 20,700 new-car dealerships and 996,800 However, the most important trend over the mid
million manufacturing employees (down from l.07 term will be rapid growth in plug-in hybrids (PHEVs)
million the previous year). Total revenues at new-car and electric vehicles such as GM’s Volt (scheduled
and light truck dealers were $693 billion, according for a 2010 debut), a car that will include a gasoline-
to NADA, and employment at new and used car powered generator capable of charging up the
dealers of all types totaled more than 1 million. batteries for those occasions when it is not
However, as 2008 ended, large numbers of new car convenient to plug in. Tremendous improvements in
dealers were closing or failing, and major
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battery technology will soon come to market, further in the design and manufacture of new cars in ways
enhancing this trend. that are revolutionizing the entire process.
Other fuel-efficient vehicles, such as BMW’s Inexpensive cars manufactured in China will
MINI Cooper, and the Smart, recently introduced to soon be on the market in the U.S. The question is not
the U.S., have enjoyed soaring demand. whether China will export cars and trucks, but
Consumers and emissions regulators are taking a whether consumers will be convinced that they offer
renewed interest in advanced automobile safety and reliability. Meanwhile, U.S. automakers
technologies. Clean diesel engines, like those offered are making intense demands on their component
in new cars from Volkswagen and Mercedes-Benz, suppliers for lower prices—these suppliers are, in
offer exceptional performance and fuel economy turn, looking to low-cost production in China.
while providing the quiet, vibration-free running Meanwhile, the Big Three (American automakers
associated with gasoline engines. Clean diesel offers GM, Ford and Chrysler) face difficult times at best.
a particularly attractive alternative over hybrid The Detroit companies are under intense competitive
technology in the U.S. market, and is already widely pressure from foreign-based firms while enduring
used in passenger vehicles in Europe. The use of high labor costs at home. These firms are struggling
ethanol as a gasoline additive in America has grown to reengineer all parts of their operations, from design
rapidly, regardless of whether it makes any to manufacturing to marketing in order to cut costs
environmental or economic sense, thanks to and regain market share.
requirements enacted by Congress. Chrysler has undergone the most gut-wrenching
Meanwhile, sales of heavy SUVs lagged change of all: a new owner. Cerberus Capital
miserably, and automakers such as Chevy, Hummer Management, one of the world’s largest private
and Cadillac offered large dealer incentives and equity investment firms, purchased Chrysler from
rebates in an effort to move these vehicles. Ford DaimlerChrysler AG during 2007. Daimler had
cancelled production of its larger-than-life Excursion purchased Chrysler several years ago, only to find
SUV in which some owners reported getting as little itself battling the many challenges facing U.S.
as 11 mpg in the city, and GM cancelled production automobile manufacturers. Daimler was more than
of the massive Hummer H1. happy to unload it. The German-based
Car consumers outside the U.S. made history as DaimlerChrysler renamed itself Daimler AG.
well. The rising affluence of consumers in China Chrysler legally became Chrysler LLC. This is one
created both huge opportunities and huge problems. of many major investments made by Cerberus in the
China has become one of the world’s largest ailing auto industry, including investments in parts
importers of petroleum products, largely to fuel its manufacturers and in car loans provider GMAC.
burgeoning fleet of cars and trucks. Streets and Cerberus hopes to be able to introduce better
highways are clogged with new cars, to the extent management, new strategies and greater operating
that traffic and smog are a nightmare. Automakers efficiencies in these companies. However, results to
from all nations raced to establish plants and date have been disappointing, largely because
partnerships in China to produce cars both for Cerberus bought in just in time for a massive market
domestic use and for export. In fact, low labor costs downturn.
and increasing product quality in China threaten auto By the summer of 2008, the Big Three were
plants located in high cost nations such as the U.S. lobbying for long-term loans from the U.S.
However, the global economic slowdown of 2008- Government totaling as much as $50 billion. Some
2009 put a serious damper on the economy in China, funds have been provided. More may be forthcoming
and car sales are off dramatically. The same can be if management provides convincing plans for
said in once-booming markets of India and Brazil. reorganization before the summer of 2009, but the
In India, local industrial giant Tata will launch, in big question is whether GM (and possibly Chrysler)
July 2009, a no-frills Indian car called Nano, at a will be forced to seek bankruptcy protection in order
base price equal to about $2,000 U.S dollars. to stay in business. Meanwhile, Ford, GM and
Not to be overlooked are the vast changes taking Chrysler are encouraged by the fact that Congress, in
place in automobile manufacturing. Flexible 2007, passed a law authorizing loans of as much as
factories have reduced man-hours and costs per car, $25 billion to help automakers and related suppliers
while offering a much wider range of choices for bear the cost of changes in manufacturing needed to
customization to consumers. Today, more than ever, produce highly efficient vehicles. However, the
car manufacturers and their suppliers are cooperating current law requires that the Department of Energy
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set up a system for processing and granting such U.S. Market Share of Cars and Light Trucks,
loans. July 2008
The parts manufacturing business in the U.S. is General Motors 20.4%
equally dismal. Delphi Corp, the giant supplier that Toyota 17.4%
was part of GM until 1999, lost nearly $4.6 billion in Ford 13.7%
2004 alone and declared bankruptcy in 2005. The Honda 12.2%
company had been unable to find financing to enable Chrysler Group 8.6%
it to exit bankruptcy as of late 2008. Nissan 8.4%
Asian car manufacturers such as Toyota and Source: Autodata Corp.
Honda are feeling the global economic pain along
with the rest of the industry. South Korean makers In recent years, the appeal of foreign cars and
Hyundai and Kia have established themselves as true, trucks in the U.S., combined with substantial
high-quality manufacturers with a growing global investments made by foreign firms such as Toyota,
customer base. They will give the Japanese and BMW, Honda and Nissan in American
Americans very tough competition over the long manufacturing plants and dealerships, has
term. undermined Detroit’s leadership. Beginning in the
European manufacturers are facing challenges of 1960s, foreign cars slowly infiltrated the U.S. market.
their own. High costs, tough labor laws, daunting By the 1980s American consumers in substantial
government regulations and a few disappointing numbers began to perceive foreign products to be
model designs have hampered recent results. superior in design and quality. Foreign cars began to
Meanwhile, European markets are suffering from a enjoy higher resale values and higher levels of
general economic slowdown, leading to poor reliability. American carmakers’ share of the U.S.
automobile sales results. market fell from 73.5% in 1995 to about 57% in
The Progressive Insurance Automotive X PRIZE 2005. In the critical month of July 2008, those
is offering $10 million in cash to the first competitor percentages shifted further, with U.S. companies
able to create a viable passenger vehicle capable of holding just 42.7% of the U.S. auto market, while
operating at the equivalent of 100 miles per gallon. Asian automakers took 38%. Despite heavy
The competition is in conjunction with the X PRIZE discounting and incentives from U.S. carmakers,
Foundation. As of mid 2008, more than 70 teams consumers were seeking the fuel economy that they
had registered to compete, from 12 nations. equate with many Asian models, including
increasingly popular Korean cars.
2) Big Three’s Dominance of the U.S. Auto The weakened global economy in 2008,
Market Is Compromised skyrocketing gasoline prices and tightening credit
Throughout most of automotive history, the Big wreaked havoc with U.S. auto manufacturers which
Three (GM, Ford and Chrysler) dominated the U.S. posted staggering losses in the first and second
market. In July 2006, that dominance was quarters. GM posted a $15.5 billion loss for the
compromised for the first time as unit sales for second quarter of 2008, reporting that sales of light
Toyota for the month of July surpassed those of cars and trucks declined 26% from the same period in
number two ranked Ford, while Honda briefly 2007, to 233,340. Ford lost $8.7 billion in the same
surpassed the Chrysler Group (the former U.S. arm of period, with sales falling 13% to 161,530. At
DaimlerChrysler) to rank fourth in unit sales. By the privately-held Chrysler, second quarter sales fell
first quarter of 2008, Toyota made history by 28.8% from the same period in 2007, to 98,109.
surpassing GM in global automotive sales, selling Part of the problem facing the Big Three is the
2.41 million vehicles compared to GM’s 2.25 radical shift in American tastes away from gas-
million. guzzling SUVs and trucks (once the top money-
makers for the Big Three as well as for many other
manufacturers) to small, fuel efficient cars. Current
supply of these light, fuel-sipping vehicles is
woefully short since most factories were designed to
produce large numbers of SUVs and trucks. It will
take two to three years to redesign production lines
and supply chains to meet the altered demand.
Meanwhile, GM estimates that shortages of the most
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popular vehicles may cost the entire automotive Three. In addition, a two-tier pay scale was agreed
industry as many as 300,000 units in lost sales in upon that allows new hires to start at significantly
2008 alone. lower wages than established workers, who were
To tackle this problem, the Big Three are earning as much as $78 per hour in wages plus
aggressively realigning operations. In late 2008, GM benefits. Under the new agreements, the Big Three
eliminated shifts at two truck plants in Louisiana and now offer employees defined contribution plans
Ohio and slowed assembly-line speeds at other plants (such as 401(k)s) for retirement and employee health
in Indiana and Mexico. These cuts will reduce the care instead of guaranteed, company-funded pensions
number of workers by 1,760 and slow combined and health care after retirement. Wages and benefits
output by 117,000 vehicles. Ford is planning the per new worker hour will likely total between $45
conversion of three North American truck plants into and $50 per employee. Auto industry analysts
car production. In total, Ford will invest $3 billion to estimate that a $10 per hour average savings on GM’s
retool certain existing plants in North America so that labor workforce amounts to approximately $1.5
they can manufacture at least six small car design that billion in annual savings.
are good sellers in Europe, and to alter those designs Cuts in benefits costs coupled with the two-tier
to fit American regulations. For example, By 2010, pay scale will finally make U.S. auto labor costs
the firm plans to convert its F-Series truck plant in comparable to Japanese firms. Japanese automakers,
Mexico to the production of the popular Fiesta, a both in their U.S. and non-U.S. plants, enjoyed
small four- and five-door vehicle. The Fiesta was significant cost advantages for years because they do
initially seen as a car to be sold only in Europe and not have the pension structures used by the Big
Asia, but it may turn out to be a big hit in the U.S. Three. Their U.S. plants are not working under union
The Big Three are all slashing costs wherever contracts. However, a number of U.S. plants owned
possible. All are laying off employees by the tens of by the Japanese companies are maturing and workers
thousands and selling assets. GM plans to cut its are earning top wages. At Toyota, for example, a
labor workforce from 74,500 in 2008 to 68,000 in number of its U.S. plants are more than 20 years old
2011. The firm is also looking for a buyer for its and increasing numbers of workers at those plants are
Hummer brand of SUVs. Ford already sold its Land earning hourly base wages of up to $25. According
Rover and Jaguar brands to India’s Tata Motors for to the Center for Automotive Research, as of 2008
$1.7 billion in early 2008 (this after selling the Aston Toyota had a cost advantage over GM of $1,394 per
Martin brand to a British investment group for $848 car because of disparities in wages and benefits. By
million in 2007), and industry analysts expect Volvo 2011, with GM’s reduced and younger workforce
may go next. The face of the U.S. automotive earning lower wages, the U.S. firm will enjoy a $108
industry changed significantly with the May 2007 per car advantage over Toyota.
sale of 80.1% of the Chrysler Group by Toyota is also not immune to the economic
DaimlerChrysler AG, based in Germany, to Cerberus slump, especially in the U.S. where its sales are
Capital Management (which already owned a falling. March 2008 (with a fall of 10% compared to
substantial stake in GMAC, and all of parts maker March 2007) marked the seventh drop in sales on a
Tower Automotive, seat-fabric manufacturer monthly basis since June 2007. Falling sales are
Guilford Mills and German automotive plastics firm causing Toyota big problems in excess capacity at its
Peguform Group), for $7.41 billion. seven North American plants (many of which
Adding to the problems of the U.S. car industry produce slow-selling trucks and SUVs) with yet
was the difficult relationship between American another under construction in Mississippi. The firm
carmakers and the United Auto Workers (UAW) is slowing production rates and even leaving some
labor union. Domestic manufacturers bore the workers idle. The U.S. market is impacting global
burden of heavy pension and health care costs, both sales to the extent that Toyota has scaled back its
for current and retired workers, as stipulated in 2009 sales goal from 10.4 million vehicles worldwide
contracts with the UAW that have existed for years. to 9.7 million.
This changed dramatically in late 2007 when first
GM followed by Ford and Chrysler signed hard- 3) Fuel Efficiency Becomes a Key Selling
fought deals with the UAW in which a health care Element/Stiff Emissions Standards Adopted in
trust was established and funded by the union rather Several U.S. States
than the car manufacturers. This shifted billions in Prices at the pump averaged around $1.93 per
annual health care costs previously paid by the Big gallon across the U.S. in the summer of 2004. By the
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summer of 2008, self-serve gas well exceeded $4.00 units, up 21.4% over the same month of 2007. The
per gallon across the country, but eventually fell Impala offers a relatively large interior and trunk,
below the $2.00 mark when crude oil prices began to while delivering as much as 29 mpg on the highway
drop. for the 2009 model.
The fluctuating market for gasoline has many In December 2007, the U.S. federal government
consumers reconsidering the vehicles they are willing signed a fuel efficiency bill into law that requires
to drive. Light trucks, usually defined as minivans, automakers to raise their average combined gas
pickups and sport utility vehicles (SUVs), are quickly mileage fleet-wide to 35 miles per gallon (mpg) by
losing share to smaller, more fuel-efficient vehicles. 2020 for all cars and light trucks. The government
This is very bad news indeed for the Big Three then established a further requirement of 31.6 mpg
(General Motors, Ford and Chrysler). U.S. for all cars and trucks by 2015.
carmakers in recent years have seen 60% or more of The new requirements sparked a furor of protests
their unit sales in America to be in pickups, SUVs from automakers, especially U.S. firms which
and minivans. Asian car manufacturers Honda, Kia, currently produce large numbers of light trucks and
Hyundai and Nissan offer product lines comprised of powerful sports sedans with lower gas mileage.
more than 50% sedans or smaller vehicles. According to Global Insight, GM, Ford and Chrysler
This is not to say that light trucks no longer sell will have to invest nearly $31 billion to meet the 31.6
in America. In fact, they remain a very large market, mpg fleet-wide standards by 2015 and 2020, an
although much smaller than in the past. In mid 2008, investment that they may not be able to afford.
light trucks were about 50% of the combined Toyota, Honda and Nissan need to invest about $15
car/light truck market. The difference is that billion since their vehicles are closer to meeting the
consumers are now more likely to buy a much new standards. Hyundai Motor Co. made headlines
smaller vehicle, unless they really need a truck, SUV in late 2008 when it announced that its Hyundai and
or minivan in order to carry their typical loads. Light Kia cars will meet the 35 mpg, required by 2020,
trucks are still needed by certain consumers and by standard as early as 2015.
many types of businesses, regardless of the fact that According to the U.S. Environmental Protection
the cost of filling them with fuel has soared. To put Agency, the top fuel-efficient automotive models are
this in perspective: In 2004, light truck sales hit their hybrids produced by Toyota and Honda. The Toyota
peak in the U.S., selling 8.49 million units or about Prius (48 mpg in the city/45 mpg on the highway)
55.5% of car/light truck sales combined. For 2008, tops the list and the Honda Civic Hybrid (40/45
the number of light trucks sold will be down to about mpg). The Honda Insight previously topped the list
7 million, at about 50% of the combined U.S. market. in 2006 and 2007 with mpg figures as high as 61 in
One maker, Ford, expects its sales of light trucks to the city. (Note: Hybrid vehicles tend to have higher
decline from about 70% of its unit volume in 2004 to mpg numbers for city driving than for highway
only 38% in 2010. Carmakers are suffering greatly, driving due to their use of electricity when idling.)
not only from a huge drop in total units sold, but also However, sales of the tiny Honda Insight were so
from a devastating drop in sales of those light trucks, slow that the company dropped the model, to be
where gross profits per unit were in the $10,000 to replaced with a new hybrid model in model year
$15,000 range, many times higher than the profits 2009.
made from small cars. Not surprisingly, lightweight, advanced diesel
In the U.S. market during August 2008, auto models rank highly for mileage, including the
dealers offered huge incentives and discounts to Volkswagen Golf TDI, Jetta TDI and New Beetle
customers who purchased light trucks. The TDI, which average 38 mpg in the city and 46 mpg
Chevrolet Silverado pickup sold more than any other on the highway. In Europe, about one-half of all new
vehicle that month, at 55,765 units, but that was passenger vehicles sold are diesel-powered.
nonetheless a 17.4% decline from units sold in CAFE (corporate average fuel economy)
August 2007, not quite as bad as the 41.5% decline in standards were first issued by U.S. federal regulators
sales of the Ford F-Series trucks, which sold 40,429 in the 1970s as a method of setting average fuel
units in August 2008. The Camry and Accord were economy standards for carmakers. Currently, each
the number two and number three selling vehicles manufacturer is required to achieve an average of
that month, at 44,064 and 43,614 units respectively. 27.5 mpg on each passenger car they build and 22.5
Ford F-Series light trucks came in fourth. The fifth- mpg on pickups, minivans and SUVs. This means
best selling vehicle was the Chevy Impala, at 30,271 that an automaker could build a fleet of gas-guzzlers,
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as long as its line of compacts brought the average While the manufacture of lighter vehicles could
for all models within the accepted range. improve mileage, weight is not the single overriding
The 2007 federal law comes after the State of factor. Technologies are available that could do
California adopted stiff regulations on its own in wonders for fuel efficiency, although they would take
September 2004. The California Air Resources considerable time, money and effort to fully deploy.
Board voted unanimously to adopt regulations to A study, prepared in part by John DeCicco at
improve average fuel economy by as much as 40% Environmental Defense, declared that the adoption of
by 2016. Moreover, the state adopted greenhouse gas current and emerging technologies could drive the
regulations that require a major reduction of average efficiency of U.S. cars to 46 mpg and SUVs
automotive emissions. California standards have a to 40 mpg. The study was co-authored by Feng An
decided impact on manufacturers since that state of the Argonne National Laboratory and Marc Ross,
accounts for 10% of all new auto sales in the U.S. a physicist and automobile expert at the University of
The state, long known for setting the strictest Michigan. They propose that two-thirds of the
standards for emissions, is requiring new cars and improvement would come from powertrain
light trucks to emit 30% less carbon monoxide, 20% technology, while one-third would come from cutting
fewer toxic pollutants and as much as 20% fewer three important factors: vehicle weight, air resistance
smog-causing pollutants than current federal and rolling resistance. Hyundai is focusing on
standards. A number of states, including technologies such as gasoline direct injection, dual
Connecticut, New York, New Mexico, Oregon and continuously variable valve timing and eight-speed
Washington, have already passed similar legislation, automatic transmissions in order to dramatically
while Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Minnesota enhance mileage.
and Utah are actively considering imposing similar A proven gas-saving measure is an inexpensive
limits. Meanwhile, in 2008 the EU made a formal shift to a six-speed automatic transmission. The cost
proposal for Euro VI emission standards to take for the addition is a mere $400, but the measure can
effect starting in 2013. The proposal requires an 80% add one to two miles per gallon in efficiency. This
reduction of nitrogen oxide (NOx) and a 66% kind of transmission is already being used in many
reduction of the particulate matter (PM) emission new vehicles as of 2008.
limit. GM claims that an improvement of between 6%
Environmental groups lobbying for the new and 12% in fuel economy can be achieved through
levels claim that these reductions can be cylinder deactivation technology. In these systems,
accomplished by updating air conditioning one-half of an engine’s cylinders stop firing once a
refrigerants; designing more efficient transmissions, steady cruising speed is reached.
and making exterior designs more aerodynamic, Another promising project is in the hands of
while utilizing such things as turbochargers and MIT’s Plasma Science and Fusion Center. By
cylinder deactivators in smaller, more efficient combining turbo charging and direct fuel injection,
engines. These groups, spearheaded by an plus mixing in the use of a small amount of ethanol,
organization called the Union of Concerned scientists working on the project believe that test
Scientists, project that these changes can be made at a engines’ power could be tripled. The idea is to
cost of $1,960 per vehicle, and that the costs will be increase the efficiency and power of small engines to
recouped by savings at the gas pump. Auto industry the extent that they could be used in large vehicles
spokespeople claim that many of the proposed such as trucks and SUVs with fuel economies equal
changes are not feasible, and if they were, they would to that of today’s hybrids.
cost upwards of $4,360 per vehicle. Suits have been A bright spot on the fuel efficiency horizon is a
filed against California, charging that the state lacks new hydraulic-hybrid system that is being tested on
the authority to implement rules that would impose large service vehicles such as garbage trucks and
such high costs. UPS delivery vans. The EPA’s National Vehicle and
A study by the National Academy of Sciences Fuel Emissions Laboratory in Ann Arbor, Michigan
projected that improvements of as much as 40% in has designed a hybrid garbage truck that uses a diesel
gasoline-powered automobile fuel economy could be engine, assisted by a hydraulic pump and storage tank
achieved within 10 to 15 years through the use of system, that replaces the drivetrain and transmission.
enhanced technologies. For example, advanced The pump and tanks makes it possible to store and
transmissions and fuel-injection systems could reuse energy normally lost when brakes are applied,
minimize fuel usage and curtail unwanted power loss. thereby increasing fuel efficiency as much as 60%
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and reducing carbon monoxide emissions by more importantly, they will enable the owner to plug-in at
than 40%. UPS is currently testing two hydraulic- home overnight to recharge that battery. Today’s
hybrid vehicles. The EPA projects that the cost per hybrids recharge by running the gasoline-powered
vehicle to add the hybrid components is less than side of the car, and by drawing on the drag produced
$7,000, while fuel savings over a 20-year lifespan by using the brakes.
could exceed $50,000. Such cars are about to make a massive push into
the market. This is due to several factors, including:
Internet Research Tip, Hybrid Commercial Trucks: 1) Technical breakthroughs in lithium-ion.
Hybrid trucks and buses will soon be in high batteries making them safer and longer-lasting are
demand by major truck fleet operators such as UPS. leading to true breakthroughs in electric cars.
For the latest information on pilot projects, 2) An electric car research, development and
technologies and fleet purchases, see the Hybrid investment focus at major car manufacturers.
Truck Users Forum. www.calstart.org/programs/htuf/ 3) Toyota quickly proved global consumer
acceptance (and technological superiority) by selling
Another new technology of note is an artificial more than 1 million Prius hybrid vehicles worldwide
neural network. The network, which is composed of from its 1997 debut in Japan through the one million
hardware or software models of neurons embedded milestone in April 2008. Soon, Toyota hopes to be
on standard silicon chips, detects cylinder misfires selling one million hybrid vehicles each year.
and controls idle speeds, thus increasing fuel 4) Electricity is user-friendly, easy to
efficiency. These networks are already in use in understand, and easy to obtain. Electric utility
large-engine vehicles such as Aston-Martin’s 12- companies are generally in favor of the electric car
cylinder DB9 and Ford’s Econoline full-size van. trend. Governments are wildly enthusiastic and
DaimlerChrysler, GM and Audi are also working on supportive (including incentives to manufacturers
implementing the technology for use in issues and consumers alike). Tremendously innovative
relating to variable valve timing and engine entrepreneurs are on the bandwagon. Last, but not at
performance improvements. Serious measures such all least, in the proper package and at an affordable
as these will have to be taken across the board by price, consumers see electric cars as green (low- to
automakers in their vehicle designs in order to meet no-emissions), highly desirable modes of
future emissions and efficiency stipulations. transportation.
First, a little history: An all-electric car has long
4) Electric Cars and Plug-in Hybrids (PHEVs) sounded logical to many people. GM launched the
Will Quickly Gain Popularity/Major Research EV1, an all-electric vehicle, in 1996. Unfortunately,
in Advanced Lithium Batteries the car was a complete flop, and the $1-billion
For the near term, electric cars may range from project was abandoned in 1999. In 2002, Ford
100% electric power vehicles that have relatively announced that it would give up on the Think, an
short ranges and are plugged-in at home overnight to electric car model in which it had invested $123
recharge—to cars like the proposed Chevrolet Volt million. These efforts were an attempt to satisfy
that will run on electric motors only, but will include government demands, not an attempt to fill early
a small gasoline-powered generator engine that will consumer needs.
recharge the batteries when needed. The Volt will be Times have changed, however, and many
designed to go up to 40 miles without recharging, and manufacturers are rethinking electric-powered cars.
it will have the capability to be recharged by plug-in There are several low-production electric models
at home. Meanwhile, other challenges face 100% currently on the market that run strictly on electricity.
electric cars. In addition to adequate battery life, In the U.S., they include souped-up sports cars such
engineers are wrestling with the fact that as the $100,000 Tesla Roadster, which can go up to
conveniences such as air conditioning, heating and 125 miles per hour and run 244 miles per charge; and
stereos drain a lot of electricity. Technical advances the $100,000 Wrightspeed X1, which can make 120
in these accessories may be necessary, since mph and run up to 200 miles per charge. With regard
consumers will not buy such cars in volume without to acceleration, both of these models are comparable
them. to top gasoline-powered sports cars such as the
Plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) will be on the market Ferrari Enzo and the Ford GT. The Tesla Roadster
soon. These will be similar to today’s hybrids, but can accelerate from zero to 60 mph in about 4
will feature a larger battery with longer range. More seconds! Another notable high-end electric vehicle is
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the Tango T600, made by Commuter Cars new electric vehicle with release hoped for by late
Corporation. For $108,000, drivers can take the two- 2010, the Chevy Volt. Although it will have a
seater (one seat behind the other) from zero to 60 gasoline-powered generator which runs if the charge
miles per hour in about four seconds, and reach a top in the batteries is depleted, the Volt is designed to run
speed of more than 130 mph. fully on electricity using lithium-ion batteries. GM
Tesla is a serious business startup, with more calls this system “E-Flex.” The $40,000 sedan will
than $100 million raised in capital as of mid-2007. be able to run at cruising speed for about 40 miles (a
By April 2009, regular production of the Tesla range long enough to allow for typical city driving,
Roadster was underway and 300 vehicles had been with plug-ins at home or work between trips). This
delivered. Another model, the Model S family sedan vehicle’s entry into the marketplace is so timely that
capable of carrying seven people was unveiled in it may turn out to be the car that saves GM. (The
2009, with commercial production to start in late Detroit firm hopes that at least 1 million E-Flex
2011. The Model S is to have a base price of vehicles will be produced yearly by 2020.) On the
$57,400. Tesla has taken a simple route to solve the other hand, the price is nearly double that of a Toyota
problem of storage batteries: the Tesla Roadster has Prius hybrid, and the limited range on batteries will
6,831 lithium ion, laptop computer batteries linked be a huge barrier in the minds of many consumers.
together in the trunk! Tesla Motors builds the At the same time, the beleaguered GM faces possible
Roadster at a Lotus Cars manufacturing plant in the bankruptcy along with U.S. government interference
U.K. in its business plans because of bail-out funding
awarded in 2008. The Volt may turn out to be
Companies to Watch in Advanced Battery brilliant, or it may be remembered as simply another
Technology: car that never came to market.
Johnson-Saft joint venture GM is collaborating with utility companies in
EnerDel division of Ener1 nearly 40 states to work out issues relating to power
A123 grids and the added demand that electric vehicles
Quantum Technologies pose. GM and other manufacturers are working on
Altair Nanotechnologies computer chips and software to imbed in electric
ActaCell vehicles that will communicate with utility systems
NEC regarding the best times to recharge for the best
Sharp prices. Recharging on a summer afternoon, for
Panasonic example, would put a strain on grids already
Better Place powering air conditioners while off-peak charging
would not only be cheaper but more efficient since
Source: Plunkett Research, Ltd. power plants typically have excess electrical capacity
at night. Some utilities are promoting electric
On the lowest end of the electric-powered vehicles. Austin Energy of Austin, Texas is offering
spectrum are small vehicles that began several years $100 to $500 incentives to plug-in car drivers.
ago as glorified golf carts. Recent technological There are many obstacles to all-electric vehicles.
advances, such as the use of lightweight, long-lasting The biggest potential problems are battery capacity
lithium-ion batteries (the type used in cellular phones and battery cost. Lithium-ion batteries are becoming
and laptop computers) have helped the vehicles more powerful and efficient thanks to technological
evolve into marketable alternatives for short-trip breakthroughs like those of startup manufacturer
driving. The ZAP Xebra, a three-wheel, four-door A123Systems. Lithium ion batteries continued to
vehicle with a sticker price of $11,700, can reach face multiple technical problems as of early 2009.
speeds of up to 40 mph and have a range of 40 miles The batteries have shown a tendency to overheat,
per charge. ZAP stands for “zero air pollution.” catch fire or explode. However, A123Systems is
Chrysler’s Global Electric Motorcars LLC subsidiary building batteries made of nanoparticles of lithium
offers several models, including vehicles with options iron phosphate modified with trace metals instead of
such as heated seats, steel bumpers and cup holders. cobalt oxide. The result is a more stable power
Prices start at about $7,395. source with twice and much energy as nickel-metal
While the cars listed above are low production hydride batteries. A123Systems submitted an
models, the era of high volume electric vehicle application to the DOE’s Advanced Technology
manufacturing is nearing rapidly. GM is backing a Vehicles Manufacturing Incentive Program in early
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2009, hoping to qualify for $1.84 billion in direct postal service that now plans an all-electric fleet by
loans for the construction of a new manufacturing 2013. Nissan has entered into a $1 billion joint
facilities, the first to be in southeast Michigan. As of investment partnership with Japan’s NEC for the
early 2009, A123 manufactured most of its batteries development of advanced electric car batteries.
in China and Korea. Despite all of the battery technology investment
U.S.-based companies actively trying to become in the U.S. and Europe, the early leaders in advanced
leaders in advanced batteries for electric vehicles also batteries are in Asia, particularly Japan, Korea and
include Quantum Technologies, Altair China. This is logical when you consider the fact that
Nanotechnologies and ActaCell. However, A123’s Asian firms have long been world leaders in
largest American competitor may be Ener1, which advanced batteries for mobile consumer electronics
owns an advanced lithium-ion electric vehicle battery such as cellphones. Without their advances in
unit called EnerDel. EnerDel has two cutting-edge smaller, longer-lasting batteries, today’s tiny mobile
manufacturing plants in Indiana and, as of early phones and iPods would not have been possible.
2009, was seeking a $480 million loan with which to China is miles ahead in the battery and electric
build a third. car race. The most exciting developments there are
A joint venture comprised of U.S.-based Johnson at BYD Company Limited. With $3.9 billion in 2008
Controls (a leader in automotive systems and a major revenues, BYD is already a global leader in contract
manufacturer of traditional car batteries) and France- manufacturing of batteries and handsets for mobile
based Saft (a leader in battery technology) plans to phones, even though the firm was founded only a few
convert a former Johnson Controls automobile parts years ago in 1995. For example, BYD manufactures
factory in Michigan into an advanced lithium-ion RAZR cell phone handsets for Motorola, as well as
battery plant. The factory will make batteries for batteries for iPhones and iPods. This background
Ford’s planned plug-in hybrid as early as 2012. gave it the technical edge that boosted it to a high
The Obama administration has stated a goal of 1 level in electric automobile technology. The firm is
million plug-in hybrids on U.S. roads by 2015, and so exciting that Warren’ Buffet’s Berkshire
the federal government will likely be the early buyer Hathaway has agreed to invest $230 million in
of many of them for its fleets. However, the most exchange for 10% of the company’s stock, subject to
successful market for electric cars will more likely be Chinese government approval.
Europe than the U.S. European drivers are generally BYD entered the car manufacturing business in
accepting of small vehicles. More importantly, 2003 by acquiring a small, floundering firm that was
gasoline prices in Europe are extremely expensive, owned by the Chinese government. Under BYD, its
often $5 per gallon or more due to high taxes, inexpensive F3 sedan became the best-selling car in
providing much greater incentive for plug-in cars. China in late 2008. More importantly, BYD has
Moreover, European drivers are generally begun selling a plug-in hybrid in China, the F3DM.
accustomed to taking shorter trips that consumers This launch was well in advance of the competing
who drive the wide open spaces of the U.S. and plug-in hybrid Toyota Prius expected in 2010. At
Canada. about $22,000, the F3DM can go about 63 miles in
Elsewhere, Renault-Nissan is heavily committed electric-only mode, and can recharge quickly from its
to all-electric vehicles. The company plans to launch backup gasoline engine or from a plug-in feature.
an electric car in the U.S. market as early as 2010 or Watch for a continuing stream of breakthroughs from
2011. The car will be designed to have a range of up this extremely innovative company. It could easily
to 100 miles and hoped-for performance comparable grow to be one of the world’s leading makers of
to that of a V-6 gasoline-powered car. A quick plug inexpensive electric cars, and its new E6 plug-in
in of about one hour will deliver a recharge of about electric car will get a head start on competitors.
80% of the batteries’ capacity. In 2009, the company The Chinese government’s plans will give a huge
announced plans to sell its electric vehicles in China boost to BYD. To begin with, the government
by early 2011. provides some subsidies for electric vehicle research.
In France, electric cars are popular enough to In a very important development, the Chinese
inspire plans for models from manufacturers government is also providing major subsidies to
including Renault SA. and Societe de Vehicules purchasers of electric cars. For example, in 2009,
Electriques (SVE, a part of Dassault Group), which fleet purchasers, such as taxi companies, could
ran a successful 2005 trial of eight experimental receive subsidies of 60,000 yuan (about $8,800) per
electric mail delivery vans for La Poste, the French car. At the same time, as part of its economic
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stimulus package, the government is providing robot arms can remove a car’s battery, clean it of
subsidies to consumers who purchase automobiles road dirt and install a fully-charged battery. In about
while ensuring that low-cost financing is available. the same amount of time it takes to pump a small
A China-built Miles XS500 may go on sale at tank full of gasoline, the driver is back on the road.
dealerships in the U.S. in late 2009 or beyond. The Such swapping stations are estimated to cost about
$30,000 to $40,000 sedan would have a 120-mile $500,000 each.
range and its American importer, Miles Electric Better Place calls its grid the Electric Recharge
Vehicles hopes to sell 30,000 of them in 2010. Grid Operator (ERGO). Its job is to not only supply
Currently, Miles sells small, low-speed electric the electricity, it would also monitor the electricity
vehicles designed for fleet use (see needs of the cars on the road and their locations,
www.milesev.com). supply directions to drivers for the nearest power
Among the biggest problems facing consumer supply (using special software and in-car GPS) and
adoption of electric cars is the cost of the battery, negotiate with the local electricity utility with regard
which is estimated to be $10,000 to $30,000 in 2009, to the power supply and bulk electricity pricing.
depending on the type and the place of manufacture. Hopefully, much of the power will come from solar
Factoring this into the initial purchase price of the car and wind generation. That may be particularly true
makes electric vehicles expensive. Thus, among the in initial markets like Denmark.
big ideas in electric cars is a radical concept Agassi and his staff have made major strides in
spearheaded by Shai Agassi, formerly of enterprise reaching their goal of independence from oil. Better
software giant SAP. Agassi’s startup, called Better Place has negotiated with the Israeli government to
Place, is promoting an electric grid that dispenses alter its tax code to make electric vehicles attractive
power in a business model similar to cellular to consumers. The tax proposal calls for a 10% tax
telephone service. Drivers would swap depleted on zero-emission vehicles and a 72% tax on
batteries for charged batteries, or plug into traditional vehicles that run on gasoline. Better Place
convenient power stations, paying for their choice of hopes to have recharge points throughout Israel, and
plans: unlimited miles, a monthly maximum or pay has similar plans for Denmark and Portugal.
as they go. Under one potential business model, Meanwhile, Agassi signed an agreement with Carlos
electric cars would be purchased by consumers Ghosn, CEO of Nissan and Renault, to develop the
without the battery costs built-in. Instead, the cars. In addition, Better Place raised $200 million in
batteries would be paid for and owned by Better capital from Israeli investor Idan Ofer, U.S.
Place. Better Place would provide swappable, investment bank Morgan Stanley and venture firms
charged batteries as a service at a cost-per-mile VantagePoint Venture Partners and Maniv Energy
driven, or cost-per-battery swapped. The initial price Capital. A prototype vehicle has been built using a
of the car would then be comparable to that of a Renault Megane sedan as a base, and the country of
gasoline-powered vehicle, and the consumer would Denmark signed on in March 2008 when its largest
pay for the battery as used, rather than up-front. utility, DONG energy, pledged to supply electricity
Making consumers comfortable that they can largely produced by wind farms.
have charged batteries when needed is key to this The cost savings to drivers promise to be
plan. Better Place will provide convenient, closely- substantial. Better Place figures a driver getting 20
spaced charging stations in places like parking mpg in a traditional car and clocking 15,000 miles
garages and shopping centers. Hundreds of charging per year at $4 per gallon would spend about $3,000
stations are already planned or underway for Better for fuel. Better Place’s fuel costs for the same 15,000
Place’s initial markets in Denmark, Israel and miles is projected to be approximately $1,050. Stay
Hawaii. The San Francisco area is scheduled to tuned for more developments on Better Place’s grid
receive charging stations around 2012. operator and vehicles.
Those charging stations will be useful for drivers
who have time to wait for a charge between trips to
and from work or the grocery store. But what about
drivers whose batteries are nearly depleted, or who
are on longer non-stop trips? This is where the
swappable batteries and swapping stations come in.
In early 2009, Better Place demonstrated the first
such swapping station, in Tel Aviv, Israel. There,
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Internet Research Tip: Electric Cars achieved in some models. The downside: hybrid cars
For the latest on electric car manufacturers see: can cost $2,000 to $10,000 more than their standard
Better Place, www.betterplace.com powered counterparts, and many drivers have found
Commuter Cars Corporation, actual fuel efficiency to be vastly lower than EPA
www.commutercars.com estimates.
Electric Drive Transportation Association, The base price for the 2009 Toyota Prius is
www.electricdrive.org $20,680. Toyota has enjoyed phenomenal demand
Global Electric Motorcars, www.gemcar.com for its Prius hybrid car. The Japanese firm responded
Tesla Motors, www.teslamotors.com by building a new, half-mile-long assembly line
Wrightspeed, www.wrightspeed.com capable of turning out one Prius per minute. Toyota
ZAP, www.zapworld.com hopes to increase U.S. sales of the Prius to 600,000
vehicles yearly by 2012 or so. Honda is also hoping
Over the long-term, watch for further advances in to get back into the hybrid market after discontinuing
battery technology that may fuel vehicles for up to its Insight model due to poor sales. A hybrid Civic
300 miles per charge. That will make a tremendous will hit showrooms in 2009, one of four hybrid
difference in consumer interest. The expensive Tesla models planned for release by 2015.
roadster already claims a relatively long range of Hybrids from the Big Three are on the roads and
more than 240 miles. in the pipeline for additional releases. 2008 models
included the Chevrolet Tahoe and Malibu hybrids,
5) Hybrid Cars Gain Market Share the Chrysler Aspen and Dodge Durango hybrids and
Toyota and Honda have been selling hybrid the GMC Silverado, Sierra and Yukon hybrids. 2009
gasoline/electric cars in the U.S. since 2001. Sales of hybrid models include the Cadillac Escalade, the
Toyota’s Prius in the U.S. reached more than 100,000 Chevrolet Silverado Crew Cab, the Ford Fusion and
for the full year in both 2005 and 2006. During 2007, the Mercury Milan.
sales soared to more than 178,000. Toyota reached Other successful hybrids are produced by Lexus,
an impressive milestone in 2007, when total global a division of Toyota. The Lexus RX400h, based on
sales of all of its hybrids during all of the years they the extremely popular RX330 crossover, was the
had been available topped 1 million. For the long- first. The hybrid version was launched in the U.S. in
term, Toyota hopes to further fuel hybrid sales spring 2005, powered by its high-performance
through the introduction of advanced lithium ion Hybrid Synergy Drive system. A pair of electric
batteries, as opposed to the nickel-metal-hydride motors powers both front and rear wheels, in a
batteries it now uses. However, lithium ion batteries system that can be configured to boost either total
are faced with safety problems when crushed or power or fuel economy. For 2008, the RX400h had a
overheated. Therefore Toyota has delayed the release base price of $43,480; a large increase, as much as
of the new model in the U.S. until early 2011. The $5,000, over the price of the standard-power RX350,
delay also affects the release of hybrid versions of the but that hasn’t stopped it from selling quickly.
Tundra pickup and the Sequoia SUV. Toyota is rolling out additional hybrid models, both
In 2007, U.S. hybrid sales accounted for 2.2% of in the Lexus and Toyota brands, including the
the U.S. market according to research and marketing $100,000 luxury LS600h sedan, which combines a
firm R.L. Polk & Co. Overall, new hybrid vehicle 12-cylinder combustion engine with an electric
registrations reached 350,289 in the U.S., up 38% engine.
over 2006. In December 2004, GM began a partnership with
A typical hybrid design places two engines in a DaimlerChrysler and BMW in a hybrid technology
vehicle, one a traditional internal combustion motor joint venture. Instead of focusing on small models,
and the other electric. The traditional engine powers the GM-DaimlerChrysler-BMW initiative is taking
the car at startup and when accelerating, and charges the technology GM developed for 335 buses
the electric engine’s battery (separate from the currently on the streets of 18 U.S. cities and putting it
gasoline-powered motor’s battery). When slowing into trucks before modifying it for smaller vehicles.
down or idling, the standard engine shuts down and Unlike the hybrid engines licensed by Toyota, the
the electric motor takes over. The batteries are also collaboration is developing “two mode” systems,
charged when a car is rapidly decelerating, bleeding which mount two relatively small electric motors
off forward momentum to power the generators. Gas inside the vehicle’s transmission housing. In
mileage of up to 60 mpg of city driving can be addition, the system uses two sets of gears configured
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to assist large vehicles under highway driving in place that utilize filters to reduce nitrogen-oxide
demands such as quick acceleration and high loads emissions, such as Daimler’s BlueTec.
and/or towing. The first models from this U.S. environmental regulators, particularly in
collaboration, the hybrid Chevy Tahoe and the GMC California, are beginning to make encouraging
Yukon, launched in late 2007 as 2008 models. comments about diesel technology. In late 2006, the
“Displacement on demand” features will disable U.S. government began requiring oil companies to
some of the gasoline engines’ cylinders when produce the low-sulfur diesel. That, combined with
decelerating or cruising, thereby further increasing cleaner emissions provided by systems like BlueTec
fuel efficiency by up to 20%. and 40% better mileage then conventional gasoline
Volkswagen, which has historically focused on engines, is making diesel powered cars an attractive
clean diesel technology, is joining the hybrid party by commodity in the U.S. Robert Bosch, a German
collaborating with China’s Shanghai Automotive components maker, forecast that the market for diesel
Industry Corporation in the development of a vehicles will rise from 6% in 2008 to 15% of total
minivan. The hybrid Touran minivan is expected to U.S. vehicle sales by 2015. J.D. Powers estimates
be in mass production by 2010. Nissan also plans to that the number of diesel-powered vehicles sold in
enter the hybrid arena by 2010. the U.S. will more than double by 2012. The fact is
The latest news in hybrids is Plug-in Hybrid that diesel vehicles can be very efficient, and the
Electric Vehicles (PHEV). Ideally, a plug-in hybrid diesel option can add less cost per vehicle than a
automobile features an extra high-capacity battery hybrid option. A diesel engine creates more power
bank that gives the vehicle a longer electric-only than a gasoline engine from a similar amount of fuel.
range than standard hybrids. These cars are designed Volkswagen, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Honda and Kia,
so that they can be plugged into a standard electric among others, are launching 20 new diesel models in
outlet for recharging. The intent is to minimize or the U.S. starting in 2008.
eliminate the need to use the car's gasoline engine However, high U.S. diesel fuel prices may put a
and rely on the electric engine instead. spoke in marketing efforts. According to the U.S.
Manufacturers are sitting up and taking notice. Energy Information Administration, the average price
Toyota recently announced a PHEV version of its per gallon for diesel rose $1.88 from July 2007 to
popular Prius to be ready for delivery by 2010. July 2008 to reach $4.73, while regular gasoline rose
Daimler has been testing 40 of its Sprinter delivery $1.13 to $4.11. Adding insult to injury is the added
vans developed Europe that utilize diesel-electric costs of transitioning to low-sulfur diesel fuel and a
plug-in technologies. higher federal excise tax (24.4 cents per gallon or 6
cents higher than on regular gasoline). U.S. diesel
6) Clean Diesel Technology Gains Acceptance drivers were paying more than ever before to keep
During the early 1980s, when U.S. drivers were their vehicles on the road. However, as fuel prices
still reeling from Arab oil embargos and fuel begin to drop thanks to falling crude oil prices
rationing, diesel-powered cars were particularly starting in mid-2008, diesel drivers may once again
popular in the U.S. Mercedes-Benz made a very enjoy lower overall fuel bills. European
high-quality line of diesels at that time, and about manufacturers have also been quick to point out
75% of its cars sold in the U.S. were diesel-powered. diesel vehicles’ ability to go farther on each gallon of
Diesel cars unfortunately proved to be noisy, fuel.
polluting and unreliable in many cases. However, Volkswagen already offers a diesel engine option
new, advanced diesel engines appear to be making a to U.S. consumers for its New Beetle, Jetta, Passat
comeback in the U.S. and Touareg models. The German company
In Europe, extremely fuel-efficient diesels, launched an updated diesel Jetta in markets from
ranging from Volkswagens to BMWs, achieving coast to coast in 2008. Jeep, a Chrysler vehicle,
from 40 to 99 mpg, account for about 55% of all cars offers a diesel version of its small Liberty SUV as
sold. Diesels of this type tend to be small and very well as its larger Grand Cherokee. Honda is getting
inexpensive to operate. This is important in Europe, into the diesel act as well. It plans to introduce clean-
where parking places are hard to find and fuel is quite diesel cars in the U.S., perhaps by 2009, that meet
expensive. European diesel fuel has long had lower California’s soot and nitrous oxide emissions
sulfur content that that sold in the U.S., which makes standards, and use 30% less fuel than gasoline
the European version cleaner. New systems are also engines. Honda’s 2.2 CTDi diesel-powered Civic is
already sold in the U.K., and the firm hopes to bring
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them to the U.S. in 2010. It is rated at 55.4 mpg stations are offering biodiesel, and it is also available
combined city-highway mileage per gallon, from some petroleum distributors.
compared to only 50 mpg for a hybrid-powered Civic
and 33 mpg for a gasoline-powered Civic. Clearly, 7) Natural Gas-Powered Vehicles off to a Slow
since it costs only small amount more than that Start
gasoline-powered model, the diesel offers true Cars and trucks that run on either compressed
advantages. Honda engineers are also working on a natural gas (CNG) or liquid natural gas (LNG) are
larger V6 clean diesel that will power bigger cars already widespread, especially in municipal fleets
than the Civic. and school buses. Approximately 130,000 vehicles
Mercedes, a Daimler subsidiary, began selling its run on natural gas in the U.S.; worldwide, it’s around
E320 CDI BlueTec diesel in the U.S. in 2004. With 2 million. Natural gas is an attractive technology, not
fuel economy rated at 23 mpg in the city and 32 on only because it is highly developed, but also because
the highway, the car, which has a 2008 sticker price it is economically feasible and environmentally
of about $52,000. It is not a pokey underperformer— friendly. While initially costing as much as $8,000
this diesel Mercedes goes from zero to 60 miles per more per vehicle than standard fuel equivalents,
hour in a relatively quick 7.1 seconds. “CDI” stands natural gas engines save 15% or more on fuel costs,
for common-rail direct injection, a technology that making the investment potentially worthwhile over
also makes diesels allowable in the U.S. regulatory the long term. Emissions are 35% lower overall, and
environment. It uses precise, electronic fuel injection have much lower concentrations of polluting particles
that enables the engine to put out more power and and harmful gases. Recognizing the possible
less pollution while achieving better fuel economy. economic benefits, UPS has put about 1,500 natural
Toyota, hoping to join the clean diesel party, gas trucks in service to haul its packages, including
acquired a 5.9% stake in Isuzu Motors in 2006. The test trucks running on compressed natural gas,
acquisition affords Toyota Isuzu’s clean diesel liquefied natural gas or propane.
technology. Meanwhile, the 2009 Honda Civic GX is the only
Meanwhile, ultra-low-sulfur diesel fuel was production natural gas-powered passenger sedan on
introduced at retail pumps in October 2006 in the the U.S. market. Its sticker price is a modest $24,590
U.S. New EPA emissions rules will be in effect and up to $7,000 in state and federal tax credits are
across America in 2009 requiring that diesel engines available. The downside is that there are only about
meet exacting standards for low air pollution. The 1,600 CNG stations in the U.S., making refueling
new clean diesel fuel eliminates 97% of sulfur difficult; and the gas tank holds the equivalent of a
emissions. While it has been impossible for mere eight gallons of gasoline. However, growing
automakers to sell diesel-powered cars in all 50 U.S. numbers of driver are looking for economical as well
states in the past, due to tough state-level emissions as environmentally friendly alternative such as the
regulations in five states including California, new Civic GX.
technologies combined with the new clean diesel
fuels should ease the problems. A recent study by the 8) Ethanol Production Soared, But a Market
EPA projects that Americans would burn as much as Glut May Slow Expansion
1.4 million fewer barrels of oil daily if one-third of Soaring gasoline prices, effective lobbying by
all light-duty vehicles in America were running on agricultural and industrial interests, and a growing
modern diesel engines. Put another way, that amount interest in cutting reliance on imported oil has put a
is about equal to U.S. daily oil imports from Saudi high national focus on bioethanol in America. Corn
Arabia. and other organic materials, including agricultural
The advent of biodiesel, a fuel derived when waste, can be converted into ethanol through the use
glycerin is separated from vegetable oils or animal of engineered bacteria and superenzymes
fats is altering the landscape in a small way. The manufactured by biotechnology firms. This trend is
resulting byproducts are methyl esters (the chemical giving a boost to the biotech, agriculture and
name for biodiesel) and glycerin, which can be used alternative energy sectors. At present, corn is almost
in soaps and cleaning products. It has lower the exclusive source for bioethanol in America. This
emissions than petroleum diesel and is currently used is a shift of a crop from use in the food chain to use
as an additive to that fuel since it helps with lubricity. in the energy chain that is unprecedented in all of
A small, but growing, number of public filling agricultural history—a shift that is having profound
effects on prices for consumers, livestock growers
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(where corn has long been a traditional animal feed) sugar cane) that enable them to produce ethanol at
and food processors. moderate cost. The fact that Brazil’s climate is
In addition to the use of ethanol in cars and ideally suited for sugarcane is a great asset. Also,
trucks, the chemicals industry, faced with daunting sugar cane can be converted with one less step than
increases in petrochemicals costs, has a new appetite corn, which is the primary source for American
for bioethanol. In fact, bioethanol can be used to ethanol. Brazilian automobiles are typically
create plastics—an area that consumes vast quantities equipped with engines that can burn pure ethanol or a
of oil in America and around the globe. Archer blend of gasoline and ethanol. Brazilian car
Daniels Midland is constructing a plant in Clinton, manufacturing plants operated by Ford, GM and
Iowa that will product 50,000 tons of plastic per year Volkswagen all make such cars.
through the use of biotechnology to convert corn into In America, partly in response to the energy crisis
polymers. of the 1970s, Congress instituted federal ethanol
Ethanol is an alcohol produced by a distilling production subsidies in 1979. Corn-based grain
process similar to that used to produce liquors. A ethanol production picked up quickly, and federal
small amount of ethanol is added to about 30% of the subsidies totaled about $11 billion through 2006.
gasoline sold in America, and most U.S. autos are The size of these subsidies and environmental
capable of burning “E10,” a gasoline blend that concerns about the production of grain ethanol
contains 10% ethanol. E85 is an 85% ethanol blend produced a steady howl of protest from observers
that may grow in popularity due to a shift in through the years. Nonetheless, the Clean Air Act of
automotive manufacturing. Although only 800 or so 1990 further boosted ethanol production by
of the 170,000 U.S. service stations sold E85 as of increasing the use of ethanol as an additive to
the middle of 2006, there may be an increase in gasoline. Meanwhile, the largest producers of
demand for ethanol in the U.S. due to Detroit’s ethanol, such as Archer Daniels Midland (ADM),
increased production of “flexfuel” vehicles than can have reaped significant amounts of subsidies from
run on E85 or on a mixture of gasoline and E85. Washington for their output. The ethanol cause was
Ford offers E85-capable F-150 pickup trucks, Ford further promoted by President Bush in his state of the
Crown Victorias, Mercury Grand Marquis and union address in 2006, in which he chastised
Lincoln Town Cars. At GM, flexfuel technology is Americans for their “addiction to oil” and promoted
available in the Chevy Avalanche, Chevy Impala, the use of ethanol among other alternative fuels. The
Chevy Monte Carlo, Chevy Tahoe, GMC Yukon and Bush administration claims that ethanol could
GMC Sierra. Numerous other flexfuel cars are provide more than one-third of the U.S.’s gasoline
available in the U.S., including models from Chrysler needs by 2025.
and Mercedes. The U.S. Energy Act of 2005 specifically requires
Yet despite the millions of vehicles on the road that oil refiners mix 7.5 billion gallons of renewable
that can run on E85 and billions of dollars in federal fuels such as ethanol in the nation’s gasoline supply
subsidies to participating refiners, many oil by 2012. Ethanol production it the U.S. was fast
companies seem unenthusiastic about the adoption of approaching that level in 2007. Capacity had
the higher ethanol mix. E85 requires separate doubled since 2005. Although grain farmers enjoyed
gasoline pumps, trucks and storage tanks, as well as high prices at the onset, a glut of ethanol supply in
substantial cost to the oil companies (the pumps can late 2007 was causing prices to drop and slowing
alone cost about $200,000 per gas station to install). expansion. Ethanol prices fell dramatically in mid-
Many drivers who have tried filling up with E85 once 2007. For example, ethanol was priced at
revert to regular unleaded when they find as much as approximately $2.51 per gallon at Omaha, Nebraska
a 25% loss in fuel economy when burning the blend. (the heart of the U.S. cornbelt) in July 2007. By
Ethanol is a very popular fuel source in Brazil. October the price had fallen to $1.79, a big loser for
In fact, Brazil is one of the world’s largest producers biorefineries considering the soaring cost of corn.
of ethanol, which provides a significant amount of (These prices are from the Nebraska State
the fuel used in Brazil’s cars. This is due to a Government, www.neo.ne.gov.) In other words,
concerted effort by the government to reduce ethanol production was increasing faster than the
dependency on petroleum product imports. After adoption of ethanol. In mid-2006, prices had been as
getting an initial boost due to government subsidies high as $3.58. Price volatility remained the norm in
and fuel tax strategies beginning in 1975, Brazilian 2008. Next, the Energy Independence and Security
producers have developed methods (typically using Act of 2007 called for even more ethanol production,
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with a goal of 36 billion gallons per year by 2022 under construction. However, increased capacity
including 21 billion gallons to come from cellulosic nationwide and high corn prices are slowing the
and advanced biofuel sources. expansion trend. Proposed facilities in Minnesota,
Traditional grain ethanol is typically made from South Dakota and Iowa have put construction
corn or sugarcane. In contrast to grain ethanol, projects on hold as of late 2007.
“cellulosic” ethanol is typically made from Other companies, such as Syngenta, DuPont and
agricultural waste like corncobs, wheat husks, stems, Ceres, are genetically engineering crops so that they
stalks and leaves, which are treated with specially can be more easily converted to ethanol or other
engineered enzymes to break the waste down into its energy producing products. Syngenta, for example,
component sugars. The sugars (or sucrose) are used is testing an engineered corn that contains the
to make ethanol. Since agricultural waste is plentiful, enzyme amylase. Amylase breaks down the corn’s
turning it into energy seemed a good strategy. starch into sugar, which is then fermented into
Cellulosic ethanol can also be made from certain ethanol. The refining methods currently used with
types of plants and grasses. traditional corn crops add amylase to begin the
The trick to cellulosic ethanol production is the process.
creation of efficient enzymes to treat the agricultural Environmentalists are concerned that genetically
waste. The U.S. Department of Energy is investing engineering crops for use in energy-related yields
$20 million per year in funding along with major will endanger the food supply through cross-
chemical companies such as Dow Chemical, DuPont pollination with traditional plants. Monsanto is
and Cargill. Another challenge lies in efficient focusing on conventional breeding of plants with
collection and delivery of cellulosic material to the naturally higher fermentable starch contents as an
refinery. It may be more costly to make cellulosic alternative to genetic engineering.
ethanol than to make it from corn. In any event, the Another concern relating to ethanol use is that its
U.S. remains far behind Brazil in cost-efficiency, as production is not as energy efficient as that of
Brazil’s use of sugar cane refined in smaller, nearby biodiesel made from soybeans. According to a study
biorefineries creates ethanol at much lower costs per at the University of Minnesota, the farming and
gallon. processing of corn grain for ethanol yields only 25%
Iogen, a Canadian biotechnology company, makes more energy than it consumes, compared to 93% for
just such an enzyme and is presently building biodiesel. Likewise, greenhouse gas emissions
production-size cellulosic ethanol facilities in the savings are greater for biodiesel. Producing and
U.S., Canada and Germany, to start burning ethanol results in 12% less greenhouse gas
commercialization and determine how economical emissions than burning gasoline, while producing and
the process is. The company plans to construct a burning biodiesel results in a 41% reduction
$300-million, large-scale biorefinery with a potential compared to making and burning regular diesel fuel.
output of 50 million gallons per year. Its pilot plant In addition, ethanol production requires enormous
in Ottawa is capable of producing 260,000 gallons amounts of water. To produce one gallon of ethanol,
per year from 20 million tons of wheat straw and up to four gallons of water are consumed by ethanol
corn stalks. refineries. Add in the water needed to grow the corn
In the U.S., the Department of Energy has in the first place, and the number grows to as much as
selected six proposed new cellulosic ethanol 1,700 gallons of water for each gallon of ethanol.
refineries to receive a total of $385 million in federal Other concerns regarding the use of corn to
funding. When completed, these six refineries are manufacture ethanol include the fact that a great deal
expected to produce 130 million gallons of ethanol of energy is consumed in planting, reaping and
yearly. Iogen’s technology will be used in one of the transporting the corn in trucks. Also, high demand
refineries, to be located in Shelley, Idaho. Partners in for corn for use in biorefineries has dramatically
the refinery will include Goldman Sachs and The driven up the cost per bushel dramatically, creating
Royal Dutch/Shell Group. burdens on consumers.
Construction of new ethanol production plants
pushed total production capacity in the U.S. to about 9) Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Power Research
5.4 billion gallons by the end of 2006 (about 3.4% of Continues
total U.S. gasoline consumption), up from 3.9 billion The fuel cell is nothing new, despite the
as of June 2005. As of early 2008, there were 139 excitement it is now generating. It has been around
ethanol biorefineries in the U.S. with another 60 since 1839, when Welsh physics professor William
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Grove created an operating model based on platinum U.S. Postal Service to install a one megawatt fuel cell
and zinc components. Much later, the U.S. Apollo facility.) Tiny fuel cells are also on the market for
space program used fuel cells for certain power needs use in powering cellular phones and laptop
in the Apollo space vehicles that traveled from the computers.
Earth to the Moon. Shipments of fuel cell-equipped mobile devices
In basic terms, a fuel cell consists of quantities of could grow very rapidly if they can eliminate the
hydrogen and oxygen separated by a catalyst. Inside need for frequent recharging of current battery-
the cell, a chemical reaction within the catalyst powered models. The “Medis 24/7 Power Pack” is a
generates electricity. Byproducts of this reaction portable, disposable power source for small
include heat and water. Several enhancements to electronic devices such as cell phones and MP3
basic fuel cell technology are under research and players. Manufactured by Medis Technologies, it is
development at various firms worldwide. These based on Direct Liquid Fuel cell technology, and may
include fuel cell membranes manufactured with be of particular utility in military applications.
advanced nanotechnologies and “solid oxide” Elsewhere, MTI MicroFuel Cells manufactures a
technologies that could prove efficient enough to use power pack for portable electronics that is based on
on aircraft. Another option for fuel cell membranes direct methanol fuel cell technology that it calls
are those made of hydrocarbon, which cost about Mobion.
one-half a much as membranes using fluorine
compounds. California-based PolyFuel Internet Research Tip: Micro Fuel Cells
(www.polyfuel.com) is a leader in engineered For more information on research involving fuel cells
hydrocarbon membranes. for small applications, visit:
Fuel cells require a steady supply of hydrogen. Medis Technologies www.medistechnologies.com
Therein lies the biggest problem in promoting the MTI MicroFuel Cells www.mtimicrofuelcells.com
widespread use of fuel cells: how to create, transport PolyFuel www.polyfuel.com
and store the hydrogen. At present, no one has been Tekion Solutions, Inc. www.tekion.com
able to put a viable plan in place that would create a
network of hydrogen fueling stations substantial Electric Vehicles vs. Fuel Cells
enough to meet the needs of everyday motorists in Nearly all of the major automobile makers had
the U.S. or anywhere else. significant fuel cell research initiatives at one time.
Many currently operating fuel cells burn hydrogen While the potential for fuel-cell powered vehicles
extracted from such sources as gasoline, natural gas seemed extremely promising at one time, the
or methanol. Each source has its advantages and automobile industry has made a profound and long-
disadvantages. Unfortunately, burning a hydrocarbon lasting shift toward plug-in electric hybrids and all-
such as oil, natural gas or coal to produce the energy electric vehicles as the new technology base of
necessary to create hydrogen results in unwanted choice. This is due to several reasons, including:
emissions. Ideally, hydrogen would be created using 1) The tremendous success and wide consumer
renewable, non-polluting means, such as solar power acceptance of Toyota’s Prius hybrid car. This
or wind power. Also, nuclear or renewable sources success gave Toyota early dominance in the electric
could be used to generate electricity that would be car field while other makers were still dreaming
used to extract hydrogen molecules from water. about fuel cells. An important feature of the Prius is
The potential market for fuel cells encompasses its very affordable price—something that might never
diverse uses in fixed applications (such as providing be accomplished in a fuel cell vehicle.
an electric generating plant for a home or a 2) The technical hurdles of distributing, storing
neighborhood), portable systems (such as portable and transporting hydrogen as a fuel have proven
generators for construction sites) or completely extremely difficult to overcome.
mobile uses (powering anything from small hand- 3) The costs of building a fuel cell platform for
held devices to automobiles). The potential automobiles remains vastly more expensive than
advantages of fuel cells as clean, efficient energy building an electric or hybrid vehicle.
sources are enormous. The fuel cell itself is a proven 4) Consumers, bureaucrats, investors and
technology—fuel cells are already in use, powering a legislators already understand and trust the safety and
U.S. Post Office in Alaska, for example. (This ease of use of electricity, whether fixed or portable.
project, in Chugach, Alaska, is the result of a joint This cannot be said for hydrogen.
venture between the local electric association and the
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Now, GM, Toyota and other leading automobile powered cars available on 30 month leases in July
firms have ambitious plans for launching electric- 2006. In late 2007, a prototype Highlander
drive vehicles in the near future (as opposed to hydrogen-hybrid fuel cell vehicle traveled 2,300
today’s hybrid electric cars which run on electricity miles from Alaska to Vancouver, Canada, getting
only part of the time, relying on a gasoline engine the more than 300 miles per tank of hydrogen. As at
rest of the time). Given the financial constraints that GM, economic and technical realities will defer (or
automakers are working under today, these car eventually cancel) major fuel cell or hydrogen power
manufacturers have downgraded or abandoned their programs at Toyota and Honda. Nonetheless, the
focus on fuel cells. In particular, technical technology remains intriguing, if difficult to
breakthroughs in advanced batteries for electric commercialize.
vehicles are occurring quickly. This will spur a huge The former DaimlerChrysler invested about $1
rush into the electric car market while lessening the billion in its own fuel cell initiative. In 2008
near-term interest in fuel cells. Chrysler featured its ecoVoyager concept car at the
Detroit Auto Show. As of 2007, Ford had 30 fuel
GM has invested $1 billion in fuel cell vehicle cell powered Focus compact cars in customer trials,
research. The company leased 100 fuel cell-equipped but decided in 2009 to divert hydrogen fuel-cell
Equinox crossover vehicles to customers as a test, research funds to focus on electric vehicles.
starting in early 2008. The Equinox will go about Meanwhile, BMW unveiled a hybrid of sorts in
200 miles on a hydrogen fill up. Initially, the 2006 that allows drivers to use either hydrogen or
vehicles were provided to government officials, gasoline at the flick of a switch. (The hydrogen is
celebrities, journalists and business leaders in New not used in a fuel cell. Instead, it is burned as a fuel
York City, Washington D.C. and Los Angeles. GM in an internal-combustion engine that ordinarily
has long had aggressive goals for commercializing would burn gasoline.) The car uses a V-12 engine
and producing fuel cell vehicles. However, the that can be powered by either fuel. BMW put 100 of
financial and technical hurdles would be high, and its Hydrogen 7 cars on loan to celebrities in
GM assigned itself a daunting task. It may never California and Germany in 2007. Since more
happen, unless GM can see its way to real profits hydrogen than gasoline is required to run an engine
from fuel cells. Nonetheless, in January 2008, the the same number of miles, the prototype has a
firm unveiled a fuel cell concept car, the Cadillac hydrogen tank that utilizes space usually reserved for
Provoq, at the Consumer Electronics Show, which is luggage or passengers. The use of hydrogen offers
held in Las Vegas each year. However, the firm’s multiple technical challenges.
deep financial problems of 2008-2009 and its intense Marketability of fuel-cell-powered vehicles would
focus on the Chevy Volt electric car have combined depend both on their initial cost and the ready
to move GM’s fuel cell project to the back burner, availability of hydrogen in convenient filling stations.
perhaps forever. Prototype cars are on the road in a few cities, and
One of GM’s thoughts for eventual commercial large-scale production might have the potential to
development is a wide variety of car and truck bodies eventually make such vehicles affordable and
that would mount onto a single, radical “skateboard” competitive, but the obstacles are significant.
chassis design, which integrates the engine directly After the initial enthusiasm over fuel cells, during
into the chassis. The skateboard stores fuel cell which many governments planned to introduce large
stacks and hydrogen supplies as well as circuitry that numbers of fuel cell power plants and vehicles,
manages the flow of electric power through the energy agencies have scaled back their goals. The
various systems necessary to stop, start and maneuver difficulties surrounding the technology are proving
the vehicle. The chassis would include a docking much more stubborn than they initially appeared to
port that links the body above to the electronic be. For example, Japan, one of the largest
control systems. proponents of fuel cell technology, initially wanted
GM is not the only manufacturer with significant 50,000 fuel cell vehicles on the road by 2010, a goal
investments in fuel cells. Honda has started leasing that couldn’t be met.
test models of its “FCX” fuel cell-powered car to Unfortunately, fuel cells remain grossly
small numbers of customers in the U.S. and Japan. expensive due to their limited production and the
Honda’s goal is to be able to offer fuel cell cars at a industry’s current low-technology base. For
cost comparable to gasoline-powered cars by 2020. example, the cost of one 200-horsepower fuel cell
Toyota began making a small number of fuel cell system runs around $75,000. Moreover, hydrogen is
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not readily available to drivers. GM’s head of would create a dramatic reduction in the cost of
strategic planning projects that 12,000 stations in the manufacturing fuel cells, and that public funding
largest cities across the U.S. would put 70% of the would encourage the development of a network of
population within two miles of a hydrogen filling fueling stations. Meanwhile, electric cars are clearly
station. The cost would be about $1 million per the next wave.
station. Honda is promoting a Home Energy Station
in Southern California that it hopes will convert 10) Globalization/Consolidation of Manufacturers
natural gas into enough hydrogen to power fuel cells Begins to Unwind
that could run a family’s vehicle, as well as supply The globalization of the auto manufacturing
electricity and hot water for the family home. industry accelerated in earnest in the late 1990s,
Another problem is that many people still have when Chrysler merged with European conglomerate
concerns about the safety of hydrogen. Naturally Daimler-Benz, maker of Mercedes-Benz, to become
gaseous at room temperature, storing hydrogen DaimlerChrysler AG. The group later acquired a
involves using pressurized tanks that can leak and, if one-third interest in Mitsubishi Motors Corp, but sold
punctured, could cause explosions. It is also difficult that interest in late 2005. The trend continued
to store enough hydrogen in a vehicle to take it the steadily. GM owns 42% of South Korea-based
300+ miles that drivers are used to getting on a tank Daewoo, now known as GM Daewoo Auto &
of gasoline. To do so, hydrogen must be compressed Technology Company. Meanwhile, Ford bought
to 10,000 pounds per square inch and stored on board Jaguar, Volvo, Aston Martin and Land Rover, and
in bulky pressure tanks. partnered with Mazda Motor Corp.
One idea for storage is cooling the hydrogen to a However, as the Big Three struggle to stay afloat,
liquid state and storing it in a cooled tank, but this they are divesting themselves of some of their
requires constant refrigeration. A mid-term solution automotive brands. GM sold its 17% stake in Suzuki
to the problem of creation and storage of hydrogen is for $2 billion dollars, still maintaining a 3% stake in
to use existing fuels, such as methane, gasoline and 2006. This was followed by the sale of its 8% stake
diesel. These fuels can be broken down in the car, in Isuzu Motors for $300 million to two Japanese
on-demand, to produce hydrogen, and then power the trading companies. In 2009, GM is actively looking
fuel cell. Although this would relieve the hydrogen for a buyer of its Hummer brand. Ford sold its
storage problems, it would not remove the need for luxurious Aston Martin brand in 2007 for $848
fossil fuels and it would still produce emissions such million to a British investment group (Ford retains
as carbon dioxide, though in reduced quantities. The about $77 million worth of the company’s stock), and
next step would be to create hydrogen on-demand sold its Land Rover and Jaguar brands to India’s Tata
from ethanol, thereby creating less pollution. Motors for $1.7 billion in early 2008. Volvo is
Meanwhile, UPS tested a fuel-cell-powered expected to be sold next. The most sweeping
vehicle in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and another in example of the trend is DaimlerChrysler’s sale of an
Ontario, California. Honda and Toyota are both 80.1% interest in the Chrysler Group to Cerberus
testing fuel-cell-powered cars in California and Capital Management in 2007. The split companies
Japan. Ford built a hydrogen internal combustion were renamed Daimler AG and Chrysler LLC.
engine as an interim step to fuel cells, as a V10
intended for trucks or vans.
The Bush administration launched a “Hydrogen
Fuel Initiative” in 2003, and Congress has provided
over $1 billion for research. In May 2008, the EU’s
government funded 470 million Euros for fuel cell
and hydrogen research, and Germany has promised
as much as 500 million Euros. Will this be enough to
bring fuel cells to the mass market? Probably not.
There is still a massive problem in the manufacture
and distribution of hydrogen on a scale suitable to
serve the needs of vehicles. A U.S. Department of
Energy study determined that it would take public
funding of $45 billion to get 10 million fuel cells cars
on the road by 2025, assuming that mass production
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Automotive Lines Owned by the Big Three Carlos Ghosn, who breathed life back into the
Chrysler Group financially suffering Nissan in the ‘90s with
Chrysler aggressive restructuring, served for a time as CEO for
Dodge Renault while retaining the chief executive spot at the
Jeep Japanese company.
While U.S. companies have invested heavily in
General Motors foreign companies and in foreign production, the
Buick same is also true for Japanese and German firms,
Cadillac among others. Foreign investment in American
Chevrolet production facilities has helped to revitalize the U.S.
GMC automobile manufacturing sector. Honda, Toyota,
Holden (Australia) Hyundai, BMW and Mercedes-Benz have all built
Hummer factories in the United States, predominantly in the
Opel rural South, that churn out new vehicles by the
Pontiac hundreds of thousands. As many as 33,000 non-
Saab (now bankrupt) union autoworker jobs have been created in these
Saturn plants since 2000. The vehicles are both made and
Vauxhall (U.K.) sold in the U.S., making them free of import duties
Daewoo (minority interest) and quotas, while lining the pockets of foreign
owners.
Ford Foreign-owned auto manufacturing plants in
Ford America are both a blessing and a curse to the U.S.
Lincoln While these plants employ tens of thousands of
Mazda (33% interest) American workers, most of whom were former
Mercury textile, steel or agricultural laborers, the success of
Volvo these foreign firms means that American dollars are
filling non-American coffers. Foreign car companies
These sales follow a number of earlier are providing training and putting pressure on state
transactions by the Big Three to generate cash and legislatures to improve education. Those workers,
lower their overhead. For example, in 2005 GM who now have wages and skills that are superior in
unwound a complicated investment in Italian firm most cases to what they enjoyed in their previous
Fiat by paying Fiat $2 billion. GM further divested careers, are building products that compete with
itself of its entire stake in Japanese conglomerate Fuji vehicles made by the Big Three. It’s also important
Heavy Industries, Ltd., the maker of Subaru cars. In to note that these workers are not members of the
2006, GM sold its 17% stake in Suzuki for $2 billion dominant autoworkers union, the UAW, which gave
dollars, still maintaining a 3% stake. Furthermore, in the foreign-owned plants a large cost advantage for
2006, GM sold its 8% stake in Isuzu Motors for $300 many years. (That advantage will largely be gone by
million to two Japanese trading companies. 2010, thanks to new agreements between the Big
DaimlerChrysler greatly reduced its interest in Three and the unions.)
struggling Japanese automaker Mitsubishi Motors (it Already, the union is facing a significant
sold its remaining stake in November 2005 to reduction in its bargaining power. The number of
Goldman Sachs). Meanwhile, GM has found little UAW members who work for the Big Three, which
success in owning Saab. peaked at 1.53 million members in 1969, has fallen
Globalization of the auto industry is also clearly significantly, largely due to cutbacks at Detroit
in evidence beyond the Big Three. Take Nissan, for plants. There are fewer jobs than there used to be,
example. The Japanese company began a and total active membership had dropped to about
relationship with France's Renault when the French 640,000 in the U.S. Canada and Puerto Rico in 2007
company invested $7 billion in Nissan in the late and dropped steadily afterwards. The UAW has tried
1990s, which now represents a 44% stake in Nissan. without success to organize unions at plants owned
Nissan also has connections with Korea’s Samsung by Toyota, Honda and other foreign firms. This is
Motors through Renault’s purchase of Samsung in largely because union dues can be expensive, and
1999, and a firm presence in the Americas with some workers who are quite happy to be employed
Nissan’s North American operations. Wunderkind where and how they are don’t want to face the
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possibility of union-led strikes or labor disputes in cross-utilized in different vehicles. For example,
the future. GM’s Silverado pickup chassis serves as the base for
the Chevrolet Avalanche and the Hummer H2. Now,
SPOTLIGHT: Motor Scooters Sweden-based Saab, owned by GM, is offering a 9-7
Don’t be surprised to see more and more of your SUV based on the Chevy TrailBlazer, and Saab’s 9.3
neighbors zipping around on stylish motor scooters. model sedan is based largely on the same platform as
The motor scooter dates back to post-war Europe, a Chevy.
where Piaggio made the first Vespa in 1946. While The General Motors of today operates in four
scooters have long been extremely popular in global regions: North America; Europe;
densely-populated cities outside the U.S., such as Asia/Pacific; and Latin America/Africa/Middle East.
Rome and Bangkok, Americans have rarely been GM reports that globalization of engineering, styling
scooter buyers, turning instead to cars, light trucks and manufacturing is saving about 20% on
and powerful motorcycles. components and achieving a 40% reduction in
However, extremely high gasoline prices, the development costs. The challenge is to avoid
difficulty of parking in some U.S. cities and stylish building cars with a cookie-cutter feeling. At
new scooter models are lighting a fire under U.S. present, this globalization is largely restricted to
consumers. For example, the Vespa has extremely design, engineering and prototyping. However, the
peppy new models that have room for two people and pressure to save costs will move an increasing
perhaps a shopping bag, get more than 60 mpg and amount of component manufacturing to Asia.
cost about $4,400. Honda and Yamaha have jumped At Ford, a sweeping plan to slash the number of
into the market with scooters that feature storage global suppliers is underway. The company hopes to
compartments for groceries or helmets along with cut its 2,500 current suppliers to less than 1,000 by
engines that are powerful enough for highway offering larger long-term contracts to a smaller
cruising. Lighter, new scooters with small engines number of suppliers, thereby streamlining the product
that get up to 120 mpg are offered by other makers process and saving time and money. For example,
for about $3,000. Ford previously used 28 different seat structures
Another trend is the restoration of classic, Italian- around the world, and now it’s been cut down to two.
made Lambretta and Vespa scooters. For example, If successful, Ford could save as much as $7 billion
less than $3,000 will get you a fully restored, classic per year through more efficient purchasing. The
Vespa from the 1960s. In addition to snappy new initial phase of the plan will affect vehicles built in
scooters, sales of full size motorcycles have reached 2008 through 2009. Chrysler is also streamlining,
record levels. vowing to cut supply chain costs by 25% between
2008 and 2011, a very aggressive goal.
11) Outsourcing of Component Manufacturing/ Achieving the “American look,” which may
Sharing of Parts and Designs include significant changes in bodywork and
Automotive manufacturers save vast amounts by interiors, is of major importance to car sales in the
outsourcing design and engineering to overseas U.S. Attempts to market the same car, identical in
offices along with sharing component designs across every detail, across global markets have been dismal
a wide range of models. A growing trend in failures. For example, tastes in Europe often differ
manufacturing is for American carmakers to take from those in the U.S. when it comes to appearance
engineering and components from foreign plants and and styling. In addition, due to vastly higher fuel
manufacture or assemble them domestically. For prices and taxes, consumers in many European
example, the Ford 500, a high-end sedan in the U.S. markets demand much higher fuel economy than
market, is largely a Volvo S80 with a few their American peers (although this will change as
modifications in appearance. The 2008 model sells gasoline prices in the U.S. remain high and federally
for as much as $28,460. Of course, Volvo is owned mandated fuel efficiency measures have an effect).
by Ford. At GM, about one-half of all models are Ford spent $6 billion in the early 1990s to market the
designed and completed in a cross-platform, Mondeo/Contour around the world. Sales in Europe
globalized way. This is an ironic twist to say the were fine, but U.S. buyers were put off by its
least, since the Big Three’s troubles over the past compactness and relatively high price.
decade have stemmed in large part from foreign Another verse of the same song occurred in Japan
competition. It’s the ultimate “if you can’t beat ‘em, when Ford-controlled Mazda released the Tribute, an
join ‘em” mentality. Many U.S. model platforms are SUV built on the same platform as the Ford Escape.
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The Tribute failed miserably in the quality- drivetrain units. These tier-one suppliers in turn buy
demanding Japanese market, meeting its sales target from groups of tier-two and tier-three suppliers that
of 1,500 units per month only once. Its bare-bones manufacture smaller parts and components.
American economy interior and finish doomed it to Meanwhile, manufacturers require that their
failure. suppliers bear much of the cost and responsibility of
Nonetheless, the savings from cross-border inventory. Under today’s just-in-time delivery
platform development, when properly marketed, are requirements, suppliers bring their portion of the car
impressive. The cost to develop a midsize car by an to the factory door shortly before it’s needed.
American manufacturer can run $1 billion in the U.S. The need for suppliers to be able to participate in
Using a chassis and engine design from overseas can the design phase, deliver sophisticated systems and
cut the cost nearly in half. provide just-in-time service means that only large,
Automobile makers outside the U.S. are also highly evolved companies can compete. As a result,
sharing parts and engineering in a big way. Take, for immense consolidation has taken place in the
example, the development of the Nissan March, a automotive components industry. Carmakers tend to
compact built on the same chassis created for a buy from a very limited number of suppliers, and to
Renault. The shared design is projected to save both do so in vast quantity.
companies 20% on development costs, and the car is That dependence caused many U.S. parts makers
one of the most popular sellers in Japan. to rely too heavily on Detroit manufacturers.
The standard in automobile manufacturing today Financial problems at the Big Three in recent years
is optimum lean production. This is a business model have hurt the parts companies, bankrupting some, and
under which a high (but not necessarily perfect) level making others prime targets for takeovers by
of quality is sought while high-efficiency goals are investors with enough capital to restructure and take
set that save time, money, manpower and floorspace. advantage of booming automotive manufacturing
Optimum lean production applies to the complete markets in China, India and other foreign regions.
manufacturing cycle, from concept design,
development and engineering to assembly and smart GmbH: The Ultimate Experiment in
shipping. Computer-aided design (CAD), Outsourcing
computerized testing and computer-aided The maker of a groundbreaking line of mini-cars,
manufacturing (CAM) have been a big factor in smart GmbH, is a wholly owned subsidiary of
efficiency gains. As a result, the number of months Daimler AG. Based in the Alsace region of France,
necessary to fully design and launch a new model has smart GmbH's “smartville” facility outsources almost
been drastically cut. In addition, automakers using every component of its cars from parts and inventory
this standard have cut the number of hours necessary to assembly to delivery. Ten on-site suppliers
to assemble a vehicle by one-third since the 1980s. provide 85% of the cost of goods, and companies
High manufacturing volume of specific platforms, other than smart GmbH pay one-half of the workers
models or components can be instrumental in at the plant.
achieving optimum efficiency. This is one of the Suppliers include Eisenmann, which produces
factors that has led to consolidation of manufacturers powder coating; Magna, which builds bodies; Krupp,
and to cross-use of components and designs. To a which assembles rear modules including engines;
great extent, the more units that are produced, the Schenker, maker of small parts such as seat belts,
lower the cost per unit. levers and wipers; Dynamit Nobel, which provides
While the early mass-production car factories of plastic body panels; and Magna Door Systems. All
pioneer Henry Ford’s days were vertically integrated, suppliers have facilities on the smart GmbH site and
producing nearly all of their own parts and building are connected by conveyor belts to the main
materials in-house, from glass to steel to batteries to assembly building. The entire process is an
finished cars from basic raw commodities, modern impressive feat of engineering, which synchronizes
car plants are assemblers more than creators. That is, all construction and assembly in a line that runs 88
each manufacturer works very closely with a handful feet per minute.
of suppliers to design and price the components
necessary to assemble a completed vehicle. Primary
suppliers (called tier-one suppliers) deliver complete
“systems” or “modules” to the carmakers. Such
systems may consist of large interior, exterior or
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This vehicle has been designed to achieve 40 plus million cars (up 8% from 2006) and 1.44 million
mpg under normal driving conditions. It is 8.8 feet engines (up 10% from 2006). Ironically, Toyota is
long, 5.1 feet tall and 5.1 feet wide and comes having to scale back its manufacturing efforts in 2008
equipped with many functional and safety features. due to slowing sales, especially sales of pickup trucks
smart is currently sold in 37 countries. As of January and SUVs.
2008, the smart fortwo model became available in the The Harbour Report North America 2008 reported
U.S. where more than 100,000 have been sold. smart that the manufacturing productivity gap between was
USA Distributor LLC, headquartered in Bloomfield all but gone. Surprisingly, Chrysler tied Toyota for
Hills, Michigan, is the exclusive distributor of the the lead position in manufacturing productivity. Both
smart fortwo in the United States and Puerto Rico Chrysler and Toyota build a vehicle from start to
and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Penske finish in 30.37 hours. Notably, Chrysler’s Toledo
Automotive Group, Inc. Supplier Park plant builds a Jeep Wrangler in 13.57
hours, making it the most efficient plant in North
12) Advanced Technology Speeds Manufacturing America, followed by a GM factory, specifically the
Perhaps the best example of how technology is Oshawa Plant #1 in Canada, where an Impala is built
helping carmakers to maximize efficiency is the in 15.18 hours.
engineering scene at Toyota. Since 1998, at a cost in
the billions of dollars, the Japanese company has 13) Car Purchasers Turn to the Internet in Droves
completely revamped its production process and In many respects, information about cars and
implemented a new global manufacturing network trucks on the World Wide Web has enabled
that vastly increases efficiency and flexibility. The consumers to be better informed than ever before
process, called the “global body line,” standardizes about buying a vehicle. Countless sites document
the metalworking system with which each Toyota new car models, options and prices, as well as trade-
plant builds cars and trucks. The body line enables in values of used cars. With a little time spent online,
each facility to assemble vehicle bodies using the buyers can and do walk into dealerships armed with
same equipment with a varying mix of people and the knowledge of exactly how much a particular car
robots, dependent on the local environment. High- costs, the options available and approximately how
wage countries such as the U.S. utilize more robots, much the dealer paid for that car. (However,
while plants in developing countries utilize more consumers frequently are not aware of significant
manpower. A related process, called the “global additional commissions and incentives that
midsize platform,” enables each plant to produce a manufacturers offer to dealers. These programs can
variety of different vehicles on the same assembly greatly reduce a dealer’s final cost in a vehicle.) A
lines. Up to eight models can be produced in any one 2007 J.D. Powers and Associates report claimed that
shop. more than 68% of new-car buyers go online for
The technology simplifies the manner in which information before buying, up from 60% in 2002.
car chassis are supported while various points are During the Internet boom of the 1990s, some dot-
welded together on the assembly line. The previous com enthusiasts forecasted the end of the traditional
system utilized a set of three support panels, called auto dealership, once such information was made
“pallets,” which were mounted on the exterior of the available to consumers. This is far from the case. To
vehicle being assembled. Each model required a begin with, contracts between auto manufacturers and
separate set of pallets. The new system supports a their dealers, as well as business regulations in most
car body using a single pallet set inside the chassis. states known as “franchise laws” make it next to
That pallet can be used for any model. impossible to sell new cars strictly via the Internet;
The result is Toyota's ability to meet customer physical dealerships are required. In addition, car
demand far more efficiently and with remarkable buyers know that they need to have relationships with
speed. Factories in North America, for example, physical dealerships for such tasks as warranty work.
have reduced the time between dealer order and And, most buyers want a chance to kick some tires or
delivery from an average of 70 days to 14. Toyota's take a test drive. Meanwhile, successful new car
plant in Georgetown, Kentucky has a total capacity to dealers today capitalize on the Internet in every way
build 500,000 cars yearly with 7,000 employees, an possible. They are aware that selling add-ons;
impossible feat of efficiency before the facilitating financing, insurance and extended
implementation of the new system. By 2007, Toyota warranties; selling used-car trade-ins; and providing
had a total manufacturing capacity in the U.S. of 1.67 maintenance in the service department make up the
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majority of dealership profits. Selling new cars is the The result is that dealerships receiving these referrals
key to establishing customer relations that lead to obtain enough information to distinguish the real
these additional profits. buyers from tire-kickers, and to more promptly fulfill
The real key for dealers is to utilize the power of the needs of customers.
the Internet to their advantage. Dealers’ web sites are The online market for used cars is greater than
now facilitating appointments for sales and service as that for new cars. Used-car buyers generally tend to
well as orders for parts. Some dealers make it have a willingness to travel farther and try harder to
possible for consumers to search and view their entire find a car that meets most or all of their desires.
car inventories online, including details about each Used-car sales are an extremely important component
vehicle’s color, accessories and price. Savvy car of the industry. CarMax, the nationwide chain of
marketers use email campaigns to send out discount used car superstores, uses the Internet extensively to
offers, coupons and reminders about routine boost sales. Car buyers can view the entire used car
maintenance, such as 10,000-mile checkups. Many inventory at CarMax’s dozens of locations. For
dealerships are even jumping on the Internet example, if a customer in Dallas sees a car in the
bandwagon by placing kiosks on the showroom floor Albuquerque inventory that sounds appealing, he can
from which shoppers can log onto the web and have it shipped to Dallas for a fee of about $250. If
research pricing and availability at competing dealers he actually purchases the car, one-half of the shipping
in comparison to what they see on the lot. Smart fee will be refunded.
dealers encourage this activity and are willing to
concede on matters of price in order to make a sale. Popular Auto Referral and Information Sites
Meanwhile, auto-referral sites such as
Autobytel.com, which has relationships with about AAA.com
6,000 dealers and generates billions of dollars yearly www.aaa.com (choose Automotive)
in sales for dealers, send large quantities of leads to Autobytel
participating dealerships every day. A publicly held www.autobytel.com
company, Autobytel was one of the first e-commerce AutoSite
firms to develop a significant revenue base. On the www.autosite.com
firm’s web site, a prospective car purchaser states his AutoTrader.com
or her needs according to make, model, color, www.autotrader.com
accessories, trade-in and type of financing. Nearby Autoweb.com
dealerships that subscribe to the Autobytel system www.autoweb.com
respond to the purchaser with a price and details Cars.com
about availability of inventory. The expense for www.cars.com
dealers in using these sites is reasonable, around CarSmart.com
$1,000 to $2,000 per month, plus an additional few www.carsmart.com
dollars per potential buyer referred to the dealer, but Kelly Blue Book
the referrals usually convert into sales at a rate more www.kbb.com
than sufficient to cover the costs and generate profits. MSN Autos (formerly Carpoint.com)
Autobytel generated more than $84.3 million in 2007 autos.msn.com
revenues, while sending about 250,000 customer Yahoo! Autos
inquiries monthly to its dealer members. Dealers that autos.yahoo.com
are most successful at utilizing online sales methods Auction Sites
have specific, well trained salespeople who are eBay Motors
dedicated to selling only to purchasers sent by the www.motors.ebay.com
referral sites. In 2007, the firm launched
myride.com, a one-stop web site for people wanting 14) Car Sales Shift in China, India and
to buy or own a vehicle, shop for accessories, join an Russia/Chinese-Made Vehicles Exported for
online car community or find local repair shops. the First Time
In addition to referring customers to dealers, The emergence of a middle class in China in
these sites screen buyers by collecting information recent years created a new and lucrative market for
such as name, address and preferred financing automobiles and trucks from the mid-90s through
method, as well as more specific information relating today. China’s most successful entrepreneurs have
to likes and dislikes through online questionnaires. been eager buyers of expensive luxury cars that are
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imported, while a mass market emerged for pensions. A private company is also free to develop
inexpensive family cars and vans manufactured in and market new models quickly, without waiting for
China. Beijing’s accession to the World Trade government approval. Geely, which began as a
Organization brought about a steep reduction in refrigerator builder, first made and sold cars in 1998,
tariffs on vehicle imports. Almost 8.8 million with sales of 200 vehicles. Geely expects to be
vehicles were sold in China in 2007 up from 1.6 producing 600,000 cars per year by 2010. It has been
million in 1997. J.D. Power & Associates expects joined by other local Chinese companies, including
sales to grow by 1 million vehicles each year through Chery, which sold 300,000 vehicles in 50 countries in
2015. However, the global financial crisis of 2008- 2006 and 381,000 in 2007 (119,800 of those were
2009 will slow car sales in China. sold in countries other than China).
The growing market spurred efforts by major A looming problem is that domestic Chinese
automotive companies such as GM, Toyota, Honda, production capacity has reached 3 million vehicles
Volkswagen and others to export more vehicles into per year, and could reach as high as 20 million
China. These companies also invested directly in vehicles by over the long term, which could far
manufacturing operations within China. GM outstrip Chinese demand. Steep price competition
operates seven automotive joint ventures in China and falling profits are the result of this critical shift,
including Shanghai General Motors (a partnership and the situation has been exacerbated by the
with Shanghai Automotive Industry Corp.) and cessation of affordable government financing.
Shangahi GM (Shenyang) Norsom Motors Co. GM However, Chinese domestic demand levels may
sold 1.03 million vehicles in china in 2007, up 18.5% be moot, since Chinese-made vehicles are now being
from 2006. Volkswagen maintains two exported. In July 2005, the first Chinese cars arrived
manufacturing facilities in China, one in Shanghai in Western Europe. The Landwind SUV, made by a
and another in Changchun. The German unit of Jiangling Motors Corp., is for sale in Brussels,
manufacturer sold over 910,000 cars in 2007 and while Chinese-made Honda Jazz compacts are
hopes to top 1 million in 2008. Toyota, a relative available in several European countries. After
latecomer to the Chinese market, plans to invest $215 entrepreneur Malcolm Bricklin, known for first
million to expand its factory in Tianjin in a joint introducing Yugoslavia’s Yugo to the U.S. in the 80s,
venture with Chinese partner First Auto Works cancelled plans to team up with Chery to import and
Group. sell 250,000 SUVs, sedans and sports coupes in the
The foreign firms aggressively pushed models U.S. beginning in 2007, the Chrysler Group stepped
such as the Buick Sail, Daihatsu Charade and in. In July 2007 (before Chrysler was acquired by
Volkswagen Polo, with average prices of around Cerberus), it made a deal in which Chery will build
$13,500. Sales fell sharply beginning in early 2004 up to 100,000 vehicles to be sold under the Dodge
as many Chinese buyers, wary of rising gasoline brand name in emerging markets. As of late 2008,
prices, gravitated toward subcompacts and miniscule, Chery vehicles had not yet met U.S. safety standards.
locally-made minivans that sell for less that $5,000. Initially, this should not pose too much of a
The rising popularity of super-cheap cars can spell problem for western manufacturers. The perception
trouble for many foreign manufacturers that simply of poor quality dogs Chinese-made products, and, in
do not offer models that can match the price. the U.S. especially, stringent safety and emissions
The success stories in the Chinese market include standards will be difficult for Chinese manufacturers
Hyundai’s Elantra compact, which, at a starting price to meet. However, these are early days and many
of $13,600, is selling well to taxi companies and to analysts predict that China will make short work of
more affluent private citizens; and the $3,600 QQ the learning curve.
mini car made by Chery Automobile Company, a Detroit is far more concerned in the short term
private Chinese firm. Honda’s joint venture, with the real potential for exports from Chinese
Guangzhou Honda Motor Co. is also doing well with companies allied with industry leaders such as GM,
its $10,360 Fit compact sedan. Ford, Toyota, Honda and Volkswagen. For years,
Domestic manufacturers within China are Chinese automakers have been on the receiving end
expanding at great rates. Carmakers there have been of Western automotive know-how, which will soon
traditionally owned and operated by the government. come back to haunt the Westerners. As Chinese cars
The emergence of a private manufacturer, Geely and trucks hit the global market, the manufacturers
Motor Co., opened a new corporate environment in are in direct competition with their partners. For
which laborers are not guaranteed their jobs or example, Shanghai Automotive Industry Corp.
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(SAIC) which has partnered with GM and Although India is nowhere near as large a market as
Volkswagen, planned to start selling its products in China and probably won’t be for quite some time, it
Europe as early as 2008, with entry into the U.S. is attracting the attention of the Big Three and the
market perhaps by 2010. Extremely low-priced, Japanese manufacturers as well. GM wants to
Chinese-built models such as the Honda Civic or the resurrect Daewoo Motors India, while Toyota is
Volkswagen Passat could impact U.S. car sales working with Kirloskar Motors, a local company.
tremendously, as well as global sales of U.S. GM opened a second factory in India in September
vehicles. 2008 that will double is annual production capacity to
That day is close at hand, since the Chinese 300,000 units per year. Ford is also jockeying for a
automotive market, formerly plagued by high costs piece of the Indian market with the growing success
for parts, is enjoying for the first time greater exports of its Ikon model made specifically for Indian tastes.
of automotive parts than imports. Components such In addition, Renault-Nissan is having success with its
as engines and transmissions, which are subject to $7,100 Logan, a bare-bones vehicle that the company
tariffs as high as 20%, as well as steep shipping costs hopes will reach sales of 50,000 cars per year in India
when imported, have improved in quality and remain alone. In fact, Renault-Nissan, in a joint venture with
inexpensive when produced domestically. On the Indian jeep maker Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., plans
export side, sales to foreign manufacturers are to build a $908 million factory in the city of Chenai
booming. China still offers some of the cheapest with operations planned to begin by 2009. India is
labor in the world although wage rates are growing expected to overtake China by the end of 2008 as the
rapidly (Chinese auto assembly workers earn $2 to $3 fastest growing automotive market, according to
per hour compared to as much as $22 per hour in CSM Worldwide.
South Korea and up to $60 to $78 per hour, including Tata Group, an Indian industrial conglomerate, is
the cost of all benefits, in the U.S.). Major parts another large presence in the car market. While
companies to watch include Wonder Auto selling steel to giants such as Honda and Toyota, the
Technology and Wanziang Group. company has its own major automobile venture in
Meanwhile, China has become one of the world’s India: Tata Motors. As a result of the success of its
largest importers of oil, with rapidly rising demand economy Indica models, the company plans to launch
for gasoline. Watch for the Chinese Government to a new vehicle, the Nano, that utilizes every cost-
become a leading innovator in alternative fuel cutting measure available and can be sold for an
vehicles. For example, the city of Beijing converted astoundingly low $2,000 or so before taxes. The
its entire 120,000 vehicle bus fleet to run on Nano will be on the market in India in July 2009.
compressed natural gas. Automakers in China will Another low-cost car may eventually enter the market
likely be the first to offer reasonably-priced hybrids, thanks to a joint venture between Nissan, Renault and
and China is already producing electric vehicles. GM Indian motorbike manufacturer Bajaj Auto, as early
announced the construction of a $250 million as 2011.
advanced auto research facility in Shanghai in late
2007 to study alternatives to fossil fuels. 15) Focus on Safety Improvements by
In Russia, 2007 sales of new cars grew by 36% Automakers
by volume over 2006 and 57% by value. More than Each year in the U.S., there are 6.2 million
2.7 million passenger vehicles were sold, and vehicle crashes and 42,000 fatalities. Vehicle safety
investment bank Renaissance Capital projected sales has progressed a long way beyond seat belts and
reaching 3.3 million in 2008 and more than 5 million child restraint seats to deal with these statistics.
by 2012. However, the dramatic slowdown in Virtually all new cars are equipped with air bags,
Russia's economy in 2008-2009 will put a damper on which have reduced driver deaths by approximately
car sales. Sales of vehicles produced by Russian 14% and passenger deaths by 11% in the U.S. (It
manufacturers such as AvtoVAZ and GAZ are must be noted that air bags have also been
stagnant. Most of the Russian sales growth has been responsible for some injuries and deaths in situations
from foreign manufacturers. where seat belts were not used or when drivers sat
Car sales have slowed in India as well. Car sales less than 10 inches from the steering wheel.)
in India had risen to a 1.99 million vehicles per year New technologies include adaptive cruise
rate by 2007, and continue to climb rapidly. In 2006, control, electronic stability control, collision sensors
the Indian government reduced excise taxes on small and lane-drift warning systems. Adaptive cruise
cars from a 24% rate to 16%, helping to spur sales. control adjusts a car's speed relative to the speed of
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the vehicles nearby. Electronic stability control The only hindrance to the application of these
adjusts pressure on individual brakes if a sensor picks new safety features is cost. Only the most expensive
up wheel, steering wheel or brake data that suggests a models can absorb the typically $4,300 worth of
loss of control. The U.S. government will require cutting-edge safety technology. A Bain & Co.
this technology in all new vehicles by 2012. consultant estimates that each safety option’s cost
Collision sensors read tire, steering wheel and brake will have be limited to $100 to make it standard
data and make adjustments such as closing sunroofs equipment. A 2007 study of U.S. automobile
or adjusting seats to increase safety factors in the consumers, conducted by J.D. Powers and
moments before a crash. Lane-drift systems utilize a Associates, found that Americans are most interested
rear-view mirror camera to detect unusual movement in the safety technologies of smart air bags, backup
beyond the boundaries of the current lane. A safety assistance systems and tires that can be driven
warning sounds or the driver’s seat vibrates to alert on when flat.
the driver. All of these options, with the exception of
the lane-drift warning system, are currently available 16) Super-Expensive Cars are Pushed by
on many luxury vehicles. Manufacturers/Luxury Car Market Is Highly
Hyundai is introducing progressive safety Competitive
features to some of its moderately priced models as While the luxury car market was down by about
well. The 2008 Sonata, for example, offers ABS 15% for the first eight months of 2008, carmakers are
(antilock brake system), electronic stability control, becoming more and more competitive, and some are
traction control and six air bags as standard releasing new luxury models. The market in ultimate
equipment. big spending when it comes to cars is still dominated
Another safety feature that is rapidly being by the Italian makers Bugatti (a subsidiary of
adopted by manufacturers is active head restraints. In Volkswagen) and Ferrari. The Bugatti 16.4 Veyron
the event of read-end collision, head rests are goes for a cool $1.6 million and packs a 1,001-hp
automatically adjusted forward and upward to cradle engine that accelerates from zero to 62.5 mph in 2.5
drivers’ and passengers’ heads as they snap seconds. Ferrari's Enzo, at about $670,000, is the
backwards after an initial drop forward. The fastest road car ever produced by the company,
restraints, which help reduce instances of whiplash, accelerating from zero to 60 mph in 3.14 seconds.
are required by the Insurance Institute for Highway German automakers are also claiming a piece of
Safety’s “Top Safety Pick” status, which is highly the ultra-high-end market. Mercedes-Benz owns the
desired by manufacturers. Active head restraints Maybach brand, offering its models 57 and 62 (priced
have been in Saabs and Volvos for years, but the from $343,250 to $433,750 for 2008 models) while
systems are now being incorporated in Honda Civics, BMW owns the Rolls-Royce brand (with the 2008
Acura RDX and MDX models and most Mercedes- Phantom priced at $407,000). Volkswagen owns the
Benz models. Bentley brand in addition to Bugatti. Bentley’s
In the future, watch for innovations such as those Continental GT is the big success story in upper-end
developed by Honda on its ASV-3 (Advanced Safety sedans, selling at much higher volume than its
Vehicle). The car’s design includes satellite competitors. These super-extravagant vehicles,
technology that applies the brakes when a corner is costing $170,000 to $329,990, often offer options
taken too rapidly for safety; radio signals that alert an such as armor plating, vandal-proof retractable hood
onboard computer to set off an alarm when a ornaments and champagne-flute holders.
collision is eminent; medical data measuring systems Financial experts estimate the number of
that, in the event of a crash, send driver heart rate and potential customers in the world who can afford these
respiratory condition information to emergency cars to hover around 40,000. It will be interesting to
personnel. watch companies vie for this limited market.
Since 2007, BMW offers military style night For those with shallower pockets but a strong
vision systems on its 5-, 6- and 7-series cars. The desire for luxury, GM has invested heavily in its
systems use thermal imaging to see people, animals Cadillac luxury line. Due to the popularity of high-
or other potential obstacles at night. The same end cars and SUVs from Lexus, BMW and Infiniti,
technology was available in the Cadillac Deville GM reinvented Cadillacs with the debut of the CTS
sedan, but was discontinued since few customer sedan in 2002 (The 2009 model CTS 3.6L sedan
chose to include the option. retails for about $34,780) and the SRX SUV in 2003
(the 2009 model retails for about $38,105 to
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$45,105). The new Cadillac design trend continued By 2007, sales of the Ford F-150 pickup, once the
in 2003 with the debut of the XLR, which is similar best-selling vehicle in the U.S., fell by 105,000
to a Chevrolet Corvette in look and performance and vehicles over 2006. According to Edmunds.com,
sports an $80,650 base price tag for the 2008 market share of full-size pickups fell in May 2008 to
convertible. 9.3% of new vehicle sales compared to 18.6% in July
Porsche unveiled plans for a four-door coupe to 2005.
be launched in 2009. The new model, the Panamera, With a renewed consumer awareness of harmful
which is expected to sell for about $100,000, is the emissions, spiraling gas prices and the need for fuel
company’s attempt to go head-to-head with the efficiency, customers are leaving trucks and SUVs
Mercedes CLS and the BMW 6-series. sitting on dealer lots. Recent EPA (Environmental
Despite the weaker luxury market, Korean Protection Agency) ratings ranked gas-guzzling
manufacturer Hyundai announced a big luxury sedan SUVs among the worst vehicles for pollution,
in late 2008 that it hopes will compete with Lexus emitting upwards of 21 pounds of pollutants for
and Mercedes. Hyundai’s new “Genesis” model is every 15,000 miles driven. That, combined with
priced from a base of $32,250 for a six-cylinder safety concerns that SUVs are as much as three times
model to $37,250 for a V-8. The fact that Korean more likely to roll over than passenger cars and the
manufacturers are now noted for very high quality Bush Administration’s calls for higher fuel economy,
vehicles may give a boost to this new car. is pushing carmakers away from big, off-road
Meanwhile, luxury carmakers are pushing all vehicles toward more crossovers and traditional
wheel drive (AWD) sedans. Manufacturers such as sedans and wagons.
Lexus, Audi, BMW, Mercedes and Cadillac see An alternative to the SUV is a slightly smaller,
AWD sedans as a way to boost features and boost more efficient crossover utility vehicle (CUV), such
profit margins. While these sedans may not be as the Lexus RX 350 and the Ford Edge. Crossovers
appropriate for driving off-road, AWD can offer a provide many of the positives afforded by SUVs
significant traction and safety boost on snowy roads (e.g., more cargo space and room for passengers) but
and in other difficult conditions. they are built on lighter, and therefore more fuel-
Even high-end luxury cars are not immune to the efficient, frames, similar to those used for cars and
economic difficulties and high gasoline prices of minivans. Many offer four wheel drive. Detractors
2008. BMW, after suffering a 33% drop in net of these vehicles are quick to point out that
profits in the second quarter, announced cuts in crossovers are not designed for off-road driving;
production and plans to raise prices. The company however, statistics show that most SUV owners keep
has also canceled plans to produce its X7 SUV to paved roads and highways anyway. Most of these
changes have been linked to the rise in gas prices.
17) Rethinking SUVs/Small Sedans and The latest GM trucks including the Chevy Tahoe,
Crossovers Gain Market Share Cadillac Escalade and GMC Yukon offer fuel
Sales of large SUVs dropped precipitously in the economy of about 20 mpg because of a system that
U.S. during 2005, slipping from 3 million units sold shuts down four of the engine’s eight cylinders while
in 2000 to only 2.4 million. In 2006 through 2007, maintaining cruising speeds (this saves as much as 4
the trend continued, punctuated by a stunning fall in mpg). In the mid-term, crossover vehicles and small
2008 when gasoline prices soared above $4 per wagons, with their better mileage and sporty appeal,
gallon. Historically, profit margins have been very will be the choice of cost-conscious consumers.
high on large volume production of SUVs compared Meanwhile, new hybrid versions of crossovers
to typical sedans, so this is a big blow to the Big and light SUVs have entered the market. Lexus has
Three, as well as to Toyota. been swamped with orders for its RX400h, the hybrid
Previously, Americans had gravitated in record version of the RX350 crossover. Ford’s 2008 Escape
numbers toward light trucks, which include minivans, Hybrid starts at only $25,265 and gets up to 33 mpg
pickups and sport utility vehicles (SUVs). In 2003, in the city. GM released its first hybrid SUV, the
sales of light trucks rose to 54% of the U.S. market, Saturn Vue Green Line, in 2008. It has a base price
up from 46% in 1998. Trucks are so important to the of $26,270 and fuel economy levels of 27 mpg in the
Big Three that they made up 78% of city and 32 mpg on the highway.
DaimlerChrysler’s 2003 unit sales, 68% of Ford’s Meanwhile, sedans are back! Fuel-efficient
and 59% of GM’s. SUV, van and pickup truck sales sedans are gaining new interest, especially as many
remained steady in 2004, despite rising fuel costs. manufacturers are making them with larger engines
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and more room for passengers and cargo. In 2007, entry-level “pure” at under $12,000, the well-
U.S. sedan unit sales came close to surpassing truck equipped “passion” coupe, expected to start at under
and SUV sales for the first time in years. Top-selling $14,000, and a convertible, the “passion cabriolet”,
sedans in the U.S. include the Toyota Camry, Honda planned to start at under $17,000. These tiny,
Accord and Chevrolet Impala. For the Accord, efficient vehicles deliver more than 40 mpg.
Honda offers an optional, revved up V-6 engine with The MINI, currently built by BMW at an English
268 horsepower. The Accord offers a total passenger plant in Oxford, is another little car worthy of note.
and cargo volume of more than 119 cubic feet, Its first incarnation debuted in 1957 in England in
making it technically a large sedan rather than a mid- response to an oil crisis in the Suez. Sales were high
size. A four-cylinder 2009 model gets 21 mpg in the for the minute car and soared in the U.K. when
city and 31 mpg on the highway with a five-speed Queen Elizabeth II was photographed at the wheel of
automatic transmission. Meanwhile, Honda a MINI on the streets of London. The car was sold in
announced a clean diesel 2009 model of the Accord the U.S. up until 1968, when it was dropped because
with 50+ mpg. it could not meet emissions regulations. The BMW
Group acquired the company in 1994 and re-released
18) Big News in Small Cars the brand in the U.S. in 2001.
The only big sales in the automotive industry in The base price for the 2009 model MINI is
2008 are for small cars. Fuel prices have catapulted $18,500. Gas mileage for the 2009 MINI with a six-
tiny compacts and subcompacts to the forefront of car speed manual transmission is 28 mpg in the city and
sales while gas-guzzling trucks and SUVs languish 37 on the highway. Additionally, the MINI is
on car lots. For example, sales growth for April 2008 equipped with impressive safety features such as an
compared to the same month in 2007 was 54% for ultra-hard frame, crumple zones, six airbags and side
the Honda Fit, 46% for the Toyota Yaris and 32% for impact door beams. The 2009 higher-end Cooper
the Ford Focus. Conversely, sales of the Chevrolet “S” model MINI features a boost in horsepower and
Silverado fell 30.5%. higher-grade interior materials. Meanwhile, MINI is
Manufacturers, especially in the U.S., cannot selling a clean diesel “D” version in Europe that gets
produce enough small cars to meet the demand. approximately 47 mpg in the city and 65 mpg on the
While production at truck and SUV plants is scaling highway.
back, Ford is running its Wayne, Michigan plant on A surprising winner on the U.S. small car market
overtime and Saturdays to produce more Focus units. is the Chevy Aveo5 SVM, which ranks as one of the
GM had planned to add a third shift to is small car best-selling economy cars in the U.S. With a base
plant in Ohio in September 2008, but moved it up to price of $11,460 for 2009, and fuel economy ratings
August. of up to 34 mpg on the highway, the Korean-made
Daimler AG’s line of “smart” cars (note the Aveo is a serious competitor for the Scion xA, the
trademarked lower-case name) has buyers putting Kia Rio and the Hyundai Accent.
down deposits and waiting sometimes months for BMW launched a small, two-door “1 Series”
delivery. The smart two passenger coupe is shorter model in 2008. Volvo launched a Volvo C30, a two-
from bumper to bumper by five feet than the door hatchback priced at about $22,700, and Audi is
Volkswagen Beetle and narrower by a foot, at eight already offering an A3 model as a five-door
feet, three inches long and five feet wide. The tiny hatchback with 200 horsepower.
car is a collaborative effort by Mercedes-Benz and Many non-U.S. manufacturers are redesigning
the creator of the Swatch line of watches. smart USA subcompact models such as the Toyota Vitz, the
Distributor LLC, headquartered in Bloomfield Hills, Honda Jazz and the Nissan Tiida for the U.S. market.
Michigan, is the exclusive distributor of the smart These models have been highly popular in Europe
fortwo in the United States and Puerto Rico and is a and Asia, and with modifications to meet U.S.
wholly-owned subsidiary of Penske Automotive emissions and safety standards, are likely to meet the
Group, Inc. growing demand for fuel-efficient cars. Global
By early 2008, car retailer Penske Automotive, demand for small cars should rise by 30% to 27
which owns large numbers of new car dealerships for million vehicles by 2013, according to research firm
various brands, received 30,000 deposits in the CSM Worldwide, Inc. Current trends are helping
amount of $99 each to secure a place on the waiting Volkswagen AG, which expects to sell more than one
list for the smart “fortwo” two-seater mini car. The million cars worldwide in 2008 for the first time ever,
2008 smart fortwo is available in three trim levels: an including sales of its Audi brand.
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19) More Choices than Ever Before For automatically of 1,000 vehicle accidents that are bad
Automobile Consumers enough to inflate airbags; thanks to GPS technology,
In the heat of the intense competition among it is able to notify police and ambulance services, via
automakers around the world, many manufacturers 911, of the locations of the accidents immediately; it
are attempting to be all things to all people. remotely unlocks the doors of 50,000 cars upon
Companies with a history of making high-end luxury request of locked-out owners; it responds to 27,000
vehicles are turning out low-priced economy cars, roadside assistance calls; it is able to provide the
and those known for practical value are scaling the location of 400 stolen vehicles; and it responds to
heights with high-priced sedans and SUVs. 353,000 requests for routing directions.
Mercedes-Benz now builds a small hatchback, Significant improvements to OnStar’s accident-
the C300 Sport Sedan, which has a base price of in reporting system have been developed. The system is
the mid-$30,000s. Jaguar, now a part of Tata Motors, able to notify 911 of further details regarding
is selling a base model X-Type 8, next to its pricey automobile accidents, including the force and
sedans and sports cars. direction of impact and whether the car has rolled
This plethora of new choices and crossover over. Through an Advanced Automatic Crash
attempts is proving to be somewhat lucrative, but at a Notification (AACN) system, such data travels in real
price. Breaking out of a niche can be confusing to time to an Internet database that alerts hospitals,
buyers and sellers alike. Moreover, placing a police and similar emergency responders. These
$35,000 sedan on a showroom next to one that retails additional accident details will enable 911 responders
for $80,000 can cheapen the overall experience for a to better determine the level of support needed. For
customer looking for luxury. The experience in the example, a high-speed accident with a rollover
economy sector is similarly affected when cars share occurring in a remote area might be more likely to
space with much more expensive vehicles designed receive an immediate response from a Life Flight
for a different market. helicopter.
In addition to its standard safety features, OnStar
20) Wireless Information Systems Surge Ahead in offers “Directions & Connections” services at a
Cars: Telematics, ITS and More higher monthly fee. This feature provides
Telematics: Many near-term advances in car recommendations of nearby restaurants and other
technology will lie in on-board software, wireless services. It will make hotel reservations upon request
communications and convenience features known and provides navigation and routing assistance.
broadly as “telematics.” Using cellular telephone By 2007, OnStar was standard equipment on all
technology, fee-based telematics networks, which new GM vehicles. Most other manufacturers are
allow drivers to check e-mail and online services for following suit. By 2009, there will be about 17
weather, stock quotes or driving directions merely by million telematics service subscribers in North
voicing a command, are already in place. GM’s America, 1.2 million in Western Europe and 1
OnStar is a leading telematics system. Such systems million in Asia/Pacific. As the technology grows, it
offer varying degrees of networked services linking will be able to provide more and more options,
cars to external systems such as global positioning whether safety- or entertainment-related.
systems (GPS). The external systems monitor the ITS (Intelligent Transportation Systems): The
position of each vehicle and can perform tasks such FCC set aside the 5.9-gigahertz spectrum for wireless
as unlocking doors or switching off lights remotely networks providing in-car services known as
upon request. They also dispatch service vehicles or Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS). ITS
medical aid when necessary. More recent includes a broad number of information technologies
innovations include ultrasonic rear sensors that warn that can provide an electronic communications link to
drivers when they are about to back into something, cars and trucks, enabling drivers to be alerted to road
and voice-activated phone dialing and navigation hazards, delays, construction and accidents. At the
plotting. same time, ITS can transmit driving directions and a
OnStar services (www.onstar.com) are available wealth of additional driving-related information.
in GM cars worldwide, and the firm already had (Services such as this have been available to drivers
more than 5 million subscribers in the U.S. and in Japan for a few years.) ITS enables automated
Canada by the beginning of 2008. OnStar states that drive-through toll collection and truck pre-clearance
it provides the following services for subscribers in along highways and at bridge and tunnel crossings.
an average month: Its operators are notified ITS technologies are likewise in use at border
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stations, points of entry and customs checkpoints, other cars at intersections and merged at 30 mph into
especially in the NAFTA zone. traffic.
More recent developments include Computers bring a new level of efficiency to
communications technology created by Motorola that driving. Optimum acceleration and gear selection by
can sense when a vehicle’s braking system is computer, based on the road conditions and terrain,
abruptly used (as when a driver reacts to a dog can save as much as 5% in fuel consumption
running in front of the car) and transmits that compared to traditional driving. Another possibility
information to other nearby vehicles using GPS. A is for automobiles to transmit road conditions, such
flashing red light or chime alerts nearby drivers to the as a slippery surface, wirelessly to nearby cars.
situation. Likewise, transponders made by Azulstar, The use of wireless telematics and ITS will be
Inc. are being mounted on light poles at intersections vital to tomorrow’s “intelligent” automobiles and
with traffic lights. The transponders broadcast the trucks. Watch for new developments and ever-
current light status (red, yellow or green) to increasing ways to link the cars on the road with
approaching cars. The onboard computers on those external and internal networks.
vehicles alert drivers who are perceived to be Advanced Onboard Traffic Information: Satellite
approaching the light too quickly to react safely. Radio provider Sirius XM, though best known for
The U.S. Department of Transportation has a satellite-based music, has jumped into advanced
serious effort underway to cooperate with industry to onboard traffic information provided by satellite.
develop ITS. (See its ITS-specific web site at Previously, GPS navigation systems calculated routes
www.its.dot.gov.) to a destination, with no knowledge of true traffic
On-Board Networked Computing in General: A conditions along the planned route. Sirius XM
future extension for on-board computing will be cars NavTraffic provides detailed traffic information
that run on advanced internal software systems linked overlaid on the navigation road map, allowing the
to internal and external sensors. These systems could navigation system to show the traffic conditions
control virtually all of the functions of a vehicle, between the driver and his or her destination. The
from acceleration to braking and everything in display can show traffic delays, such as accidents or
between. construction, and the average speed of vehicles along
Adaptive cruise control is already in use in many the way. The system is already standard on several
high-end vehicles. For example, Mercedes’ Pre-Safe Acura models and available on the Cadillac CTS.
system uses its radar to scan for distances to nearby Because the service costs only a few extra dollars
vehicles and, when a collision seems imminent, monthly for current Sirius XM subscribers, it has the
primes the braking system, tightens the seat belts and potential to catch on very quickly. (Competitors XM
adjusts the car seats to optimum protection positions. and Sirius finalized a merger in 2008).
Mercedes-Benz claims the system can reduce rear A new navigation device called Dash Express hit
collisions by 75%. Another example of adaptive the market in early 2008. The $299.99 unit (plus a
cruise control is the Acura RL’s collision-mitigation small monthly fee) provides GPS navigation as part
braking system. When a driver approaches another of a larger network of other Dash users. Traffic
vehicle too quickly, a warning light flashes on the speeds are measured on one unit, beamed to the
dashboard, followed by a tightening of the driver’s company’s main data center and then broadcast to all
seat belt and ultimately the braking system is Dash Express users. The interactive map in the unit
engaged (if the driver has yet to put on the brakes). displays color coded speed zones.
The most advanced system to date is used in the
Lexus LS 460 sedan, which can parallel park itself
with the assistance of the driver who must brake
when necessary.
Each year since 2004, the Defense Advanced
Research Projects Agency holds a Grand Challenge
for driverless cars equipped with telematics systems.
In 2004, no car made it past seven miles. In 2005,
five cars made it 132 miles to the finish line. By
2007, six passenger-less cars completed a 60 mile
course around an Air Force base in California. The
cars obeyed stop signs, idled in traffic, yielded to
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Chapter 2

AUTOMOBILE INDUSTRY STATISTICS

Tables and Charts:

Automotive Industry Overview 39


Top 20 Global Automobile Manufacturing Companies by Sales: 2007 40
General Motors Corporation Overview 41
Ford Motor Company Overview 42
Toyota Motor Corporation Overview 43
Daimler & Chrysler Overview 44
Honda Motor Corporation Overview 45
Motor Vehicle Output, U.S.: 2001-First Half 2008 46
Real Motor Vehicle Output, Quantity Indexes, U.S.: 2001- First Half 2008 47
U.S. New Car & Truck Market Shares by Company: 2002-2007 48
New Vehicle Sales by Vehicle Type, U.S.: 2003-2007 49
Highest Fuel Economy by Vehicle Class: 2008 Model Year 50
Lowest Fuel Economy by Vehicle Class: 2008 Model Year 51
Personal Transportation Expenditures, U.S.: 2001-2007 52
Vehicle Registrations, Fuel Consumption & Vehicle Miles of Travel as Indices, U.S.: 1960-2006 53
Automobile Driving Costs, U.S.: 2008 54
U.S. Highway Vehicle Miles Traveled, Monthly: 1992-2008 55
Motor Vehicle Traffic Crashes in the U.S. by Type of Vehicle & Person: 1996-2006 56
International Retail Premium Gasoline Prices: August 1996-August 2008 57
Retail Gasoline Prices, U.S.: 1995-2008 58
Retail On-Highway Diesel Prices, U.S.: 1995-2008 59
Truck Transportation Industry Breakdown of Revenue, U.S.: 2004-2006 60
Truck Transportation & Courier & Messenger Industry Expenses, U.S.: 2004-2006 61
U.S. Truck Transportation Industry Estimated Inventories of Revenue Generating Equipment &
Estimated Number of Truck Miles Traveled: 2004-2006 62
Exports of U.S. Vehicles: 2002-1st Quarter 2008 63
Imports of Vehicles to the U.S.: 2002-1st Quarter 2008 64
Employment in the Automobile Industry, U.S.: 2001-2007 65
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Automotive Industry Overview


Quantity Unit Date Source
Sales
Global Unit Sales, Cars & Light Trucks (estimate) 52.17 Mil. 2008 Scotiabank
GM 9.37 Mil. 2007 GM
Toyota 8.91 Mil. 2008* Toyota
Ford 6.55 Mil. 2007 Ford
Honda 3.93 Mil. 2008* Honda
Chrysler 2.08 Mil. 2007 Chrysler
Daimler 1.29 Mil. 2007 Daimler
U.S. New Car & Truck Sales
Cars & Light Trucks Sold, U.S. (estimate) 13.19 Mil. 2008 Scotiabank
Hybrids Sold, U.S. 345 Thous. 2007 J.D. Power
Total Number of New-Car Dealerships, U.S., Jan. 1st 20.7 Thous. 2008 NADA
Bil.
Total Revenue: New-Car & Light Truck Dealers, U.S. 693 2007 NADA
US$
Market Share
General Motors 23.4 % 2007 Ford
Toyota 15.9 % 2007 Ford
Ford 15.6 % 2007 Ford
Chrysler 12.6 % 2007 Ford
Honda 9.4 % 2007 Ford
Nissan 6.5 % 2007 Ford
All Others 16.6 % 2007 Ford
Bil.
Car Service & Part Sales 83.35 2007 NADA
US$
Passenger Cars Sold by Selected Country/Region (estimate)
Asia 15.07 Mil. 2008 Scotiabank
Western Europe 13.54 Mil. 2008 Scotiabank
China (incl. in Asia) 5.04 Mil. 2008 Scotiabank
South America 3.70 Mil. 2008 Scotiabank
Russia 2.73 Mil. 2008 Scotiabank
Canada 1.64 Mil. 2008 Scotiabank
India (incl. in Asia) 1.30 Mil. 2008 Scotiabank
Mexico 1.02 Mil. 2008 Scotiabank
Operations and Transportation
Total Vehicles in Operation, Cars & Trucks, U.S. 248.7 Mil. 2007 The Polk Co.
Total Vehicles in Operation, Cars & Trucks, Global 806 Mil. 2007 PRE
Fuel Used by Vehicles per Year, Global 260,000 Gallons 2007 PRE
Total Highway Miles Traveled, U.S. 300,000 Bil. 2007 PRE
* Fiscal year ending March 31.
NADA = National Automobile Dealers Association; PRE = Plunkett Research estimate.
Scotiabank = Projections by Scotia Economics, "Global Auto Report," July 2008

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Top 20 Global Automobile Manufacturing Companies by Sales: 2007


(In Thousands of US$)
Company 2007 Sales Rank 2007 Profits Country

TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION 185,752,000 1 13,927,000 Japan


GENERAL MOTORS CORP (GM) 181,122,000 2 -38,732,000 US
VOLKSWAGEN AG 173,473,000 3 6,566,350 Germany
FORD MOTOR CO 172,455,000 4 -2,723,000 US
DAIMLER AG 156,056,400 5 6,247,000 Germany
HONDA MOTOR CO LTD 94,240,700 6 5,034,700 Japan
FIAT SPA 91,890,500 7 3,066,200 Italy
NISSAN MOTOR CO LTD 88,717,000 8 3,905,000 Japan
HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY 68,740,000 9 1,360,000 Korea
RENAULT SA 64,891,000 10 4,360,950 France
BMW (BAYERISCHE MOTOREN
64,640,000 11 3,780,000 Germany
WERKE AG)
MAZDA MOTOR CORPORATION 27,640,000 12 630,000 Japan
SUZUKI MOTOR CORPORATION 26,799,405 13 635,394 Japan
MITSUBISHI MOTORS CORP 22,028,700 14 87,500 Japan
KIA MOTORS CORPORATION 15,669,400 15 13,330 Korea
PACCAR INC 15,221,700 16 1,227,300 US
FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD
14,948,200 17 319,000 Japan
(SUBARU)
ISUZU MOTORS LTD 14,101,600 18 Japan
PORSCHE (DR ING HCF PORSCHE
10,090,000 19 5,720,000 Germany
AG)
JARDINE CYCLE AND CARRIAGE 8,895,600 20 340,100 Singapore
Note: All revenues are for the total company.

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General Motors Corporation Overview


(Sales in Thousands of Units)
U.S. Car & Truck Sales
2007 2006 2005
As a % of As a % of As a % of
Vehicle Units Units Units
Industry Industry Industry
Cars 1,489 19.4 1,625 20.7 1,752 22.6
Trucks 2,378 27.0 2,500 27.1 2,766 28.5
Total U.S. 3,867 23.5 4,125 24.2 4,518 25.9

Worldwide Sales
2007 2006 2005
As a % of As a % of As a % of
Sales Division Units Units Units
Industry Industry Industry
Canada, Mexico &
649 20.8 682 21.8 730 23.5
Other
North America 4,516 23.0 4,807 23.8 5,248 25.5
Europe 2,182 9.5 2,003 9.2 1,984 9.4
Latin America, Africa &
1,236 17.2 1,035 17.0 883 16.6
the Middle East
Asia/Pacific 1,436 6.9 1,248 6.5 1,064 5.9
Total Worldwide 9,370 13.3 9,093 13.5 9,179 14.1

Number of Dealerships as of December 31


2007 2006 2005
North America 7,835 8,096 8,440
Europe 8,902 8,802 8,557
Latin America, Africa &
1,763 1,681 1,671
the Middle East
Asia/Pacific 3,387 3,649 3,329
Total Worldwide 21,887 22,228 21,997
Note: Most dealerships are independently owned.

Source: General Motors Corporation


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Ford Motor Company Overview

Sales by Automotive Segment (in Thousands of Units)


Segment 2007 2006
Ford North America 2,836 3,051
Ford South America 436 381
Ford Europe 1,918 1,846
Premier Automotive Group 774 730
Ford Asia Pacific &
589 589
Africa/Mazda
Total 6,553 6,597

Sales & Revenues (in Billions)


Unit 2007 2006
Automotive 154.4 143.3
Financial Services 18.1 16.8

Ford Motor Company Primary Facilities at Dec. 31, 2007


Distribution
Engineering,
Regional Segment Plants Centers/ Sales Offices
R&D
Warehouses
Ford North America 46* 33 37 51
Ford South America 7 0 0 0
Ford Europe 17 1 6 15
PAG 12 4 5 2
Ford Asia Pacific and
13 3 2 4
Africa/Mazda
Total 95 41 50 72
* Ford has announced plans to cease operations at a number of North American manufacturing facilities as part of its
restructuring actions.

Total Worldwide Number of Ford Dealerships by Vehicle Brands, End of Year


Brand 2007 2006
Ford 10,963 9,480
Mercury 1,916 1,971
Lincoln 1,466 1,515
Volvo 2,369 2,352
Land Rover 1,397 1,376
Jaguar 859 871
Note: Most dealerships are independently owned. Because many of these dealerships distribute more than one of
Ford's brands from the same sales location, a single dealership may be counted under more than one brand.

Source: Ford Motor Company


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Toyota Motor Corporation Overview


(Fiscal Year Ending March 31)
Worldwide Vehicle Sales
Region 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004
Japan 2,188,389 2,273,152 2,364,484 2,381,325 2,303,078
North America 2,958,314 2,942,661 2,556,050 2,271,139 2,102,681
Europe 1,283,793 1,223,628 1,022,781 978,963 898,201
Asia 956,509 789,637 880,661 833,507 557,465
Other 1,526,934 1,295,581 1,150,587 943,444 857,938
Total 8,913,939 8,524,659 7,974,563 7,408,378 6,719,363
Toyota Motor Primary Facilities as of March 31, 2008
Region Cars Parts R&D Other
Japan 10 2 2 1
U.S. & Canada 2 0 0 1
Australia 1 0 0 0
Thailand 1 0 0 0
Note: figures do not include factories under construction in Japan, United States, Canada, China and Russia.
Other joint ventures are not listed. Toyota has more than 100 manufacturing plants, but the table lists only the
primary plants.

Source: Toyota Motor Corporation


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Daimler & Chrysler Overview


(Sales in Thousands of Units)
Daimler (incl. Mercedes Benz) Worldwide Sales
20071 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002
Western Europe 779.2 784.8 776.6 820.7 812.9 835.9
Germany 342.9 353.3 354.9 386.9 390.1 417.0
Other 436.3 431.6 421.7 433.8 422.8 418.0
North America 276.1 271.8 253.5 239.9 235.4 231.8
United States 251.8 248.6 231.8 222.5 218.0 213.7
Canada & Mexico 24.7 23.2 21.7 17.4 17.0 18.1
Asia 123.4 108.5 107.7 93.3 96.0 94.1
Japan 46.3 48.5 48.3 41.4 45.8 47.1
Other 77.0 60.0 59.4 51.9 50.2 47.0
Other Markets 114.6 86.7 79.0 72.9 72.6 70.5
Total 1,293.2 1,251.8 1,216.8 1,226.8 1,216.9 1,232.3
Daimler & Mercedes Benz Sales by Brand
Brand 2007 2006 2005
S-Class (including CL-Class, SL-Class, Maybach & SLR) 107.0 108.0 71.6
E-Class (including CLS-Class) 230.9 243.4 264.9
C-Class (including CLK-Class and SLK-Class) 386.5 328.5 398.0
M-/R-/GL-Class 175.2 172.9 90.3
G-Class 5.0 3.8 5.4
A-/B-Class 275.4 292.5 262.3
smart 103.1 102.7 124.3
1
Other 10.1
Chrysler Worldwide Sales2
2007 20063 2005 2004 2003 2002
North America NA 2,440.3 2,637.8 2,609.7 2,457.8 2,650.7
United States NA 2,086.9 2,305.4 2,287.0 2,128.6 2,277.1
Canada NA 222.5 209.9 212.3 229.0 253.8
Mexico NA 130.9 122.5 110.4 100.2 119.8
Western Europe NA 116.0 97.2 91.6 99.9 84.1
Other Markets NA 98.4 78.0 78.6 80.2 87.9
Total NA 2,654.7 2,813.0 2,779.9 2,637.9 2,822.7
Note: In August 2007 DaimlerChrysler AG split into two companies: Daimler AG and Chrysler LLC.
1
Revenue and unit sales for 2007 reflect sales of 10,066 Mitsubishi pickup trucks (L200) assembled and sold
by a subsidiary in South Africa and Mitsubishi Pajero vehicles sold by that subsidiary.
2
Unit sales represent factory shipments by the Chrysler Group.
3
The 2006 figures include 4,800 units assembled under an assembly contract with Mitsubishi Motors
Corporation (9,400 units for 2005).

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Honda Motor Corporation Overview


(Fiscal Year Ending March 31)
Worldwide Sales in Thousands of Units
2008 2007 2006 2005 2004
Automobiles 3,925 3,652 3,391 3,242 2,983
Japan 615 672 696 712 716
North America 1,850 1,788 1,682 1,575 1,558
Europe 391 324 291 267 231
Asia 755 620 521 512 341
Other Regions1 314 248 201 176 137
Motorcycles2 9,320 10,369 10,271 10,482 9,206
Japan 311 337 368 378 403
North America 453 503 615 643 656
Europe 313 329 353 338 299
Asia 6,633 7,895 7,907 8192 7017
Other Regions1 1,610 1,305 1,028 931 831
Power Products 6,057 6,421 5,876 5,300 5,047
1
Includes Latin America, the Middle East & Africa and Oceania.
2
The motorcycle segment includes ATVs and marine watercraft.

Principal Subsidiaries as of March 31, 200


Manu-
Manu- Sales/
facturing R&D Other
facturing Finance
& Sales
Japan 5 1 1 2 3
United States 8 1 1 2 3
Canada, Mexico &
1 5 0 1 1
South America
Europe* 1 4 1 5 1
Asia/Pacific* 4 10 0 6 0
Total 19 21 3 16 8
* Europe includes operations in the U.K., Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Spain and Turkey. Asia/Pacific
includes operations in China, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Pakistan, the Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam,
Australia and New Zealand.

Source: Honda Motor Corporation


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Motor Vehicle Output, U.S.: 2001-First Half 2008


(Seasonally Adjusted Annual Rates in Billions of US$)
2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2Q 2008
Motor vehicle output 344.6 381.7 378.6 394.2 413.7 409.9 402.2 328.5
Auto output 141.4 148.0 130.1 129.8 146.5 154.1 150.6 143.8
Truck output 203.1 233.7 248.5 264.4 267.2 255.8 251.6 184.6
Final sales of domestic product 358.2 368.6 369.5 389.7 417.4 412.9 409.7 340.1
Personal consumption expenditures 347.5 366.7 366.2 367.8 370.0 358.2 361.5 323.4
New motor vehicles 234.8 249.7 258.0 259.3 255.9 240.6 240.3 209.7
Autos 103.2 101.7 97.2 97.7 103.1 106.5 102.0 106.6
Light trucks (including utility vehicles) 131.5 148.0 160.8 161.7 152.8 134.1 138.3 103.1
Net purchases of used autos and used light trucks 112.7 117.0 108.2 108.4 114.1 117.6 121.2 113.7
Used autos 59.7 60.4 54.8 54.3 57.2 57.9 56.5 53.2
Used light trucks (including utility vehicles) 53.1 56.6 53.4 54.1 56.9 59.8 64.7 60.5
Private fixed investment 98.9 93.9 91.4 114.5 134.6 149.1 127.5 89.8
New motor vehicles 172.0 165.6 156.9 177.8 199.8 216.4 201.3 162.8
Autos 70.8 68.2 61.8 62.6 66.8 70.6 72.0 64.7
Trucks 101.3 97.4 95.0 115.2 132.9 145.7 129.3 98.1
Light trucks (including utility vehicles) 78.5 73.9 73.9 85.6 95.3 103.4 101.5 75.3
Other 22.8 23.5 21.1 29.6 37.6 42.3 27.8 22.8
Net purchases of used autos and used light trucks -73.1 -71.7 -65.4 -63.3 -65.1 -67.3 -73.9 -73.0
Used autos -36.9 -35.3 -32.3 -31.4 -32.9 -33.3 -34.8 -35.5
Used light trucks (including utility vehicles) -36.2 -36.4 -33.1 -31.9 -32.3 -33.9 -39.0 -37.5
Gross government investment 12.2 12.5 13.8 14.1 14.9 16.4 17.2 16.7
Autos 3.4 3.3 3.3 3.2 3.5 3.9 4.0 3.6
Trucks 8.8 9.2 10.5 10.9 11.4 12.5 13.2 13.1
- - - - - -
Net exports -96.4 -89.8
100.5 104.5 101.9 106.7 102.1 110.8
Exports 25.4 28.9 32.3 36.5 44.0 49.1 60.8 64.8
Autos 13.2 14.9 15.8 16.5 20.4 23.9 31.7 37.9
Trucks 12.2 14.0 16.6 20.1 23.6 25.2 29.0 26.8
Imports 125.9 133.4 134.3 143.2 146.1 159.9 157.2 154.6
Autos 67.9 72.7 70.6 71.7 69.6 77.1 76.6 80.3
Trucks 58.0 60.7 63.7 71.5 76.5 82.8 80.6 74.3
Change in private inventories -13.6 13.1 9.1 4.5 -3.8 -3.0 -7.5 -11.6
Autos -4.0 7.5 0.1 -1.3 -2.2 1.7 -4.2 -6.5
New -6.5 7.8 0.0 -1.8 -1.1 3.4 -3.2 -3.0
Domestic -7.2 6.6 0.3 -0.8 -0.6 2.1 -2.3 -2.5
Foreign 0.6 1.2 -0.3 -1.0 -0.5 1.3 -0.8 -0.5
Used 2.5 -0.3 0.0 0.5 -1.0 -1.7 -1.1 -3.5
Trucks -9.6 5.6 9.1 5.8 -1.6 -4.7 -3.3 -5.1
New -11.3 5.8 9.0 5.3 -0.1 -2.8 -3.0 -3.5
Domestic -10.7 4.4 8.9 5.4 -0.8 -3.5 -2.3 -5.4
Foreign -0.5 1.4 0.1 -0.1 0.6 0.8 -0.8 1.8
1
Used 1.7 -0.2 0.1 0.5 -1.5 -2.0 -0.3 -1.6
Addenda:
Final sales of motor vehicles to domestic purchasers 458.7 473.1 471.4 496.4 519.5 523.7 506.1 429.9
Private fixed investment in new autos and new light trucks 149.2 142.1 135.8 148.1 162.1 174 173.5 140
2
Domestic output of new autos 100.7 103.6 91.5 89 99.6 102.1 98.8 95.4
3
Sales of imported new autos 82.4 87.8 84.6 87.3 89.4 99 101.7 103.6
1
Consists of used light trucks only.
2
Consists of final sales and change in private inventories of new autos assembled in the United States.
3
Consists of personal consumption expenditures, private fixed investment, and gross government investment.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA)
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Real Motor Vehicle Output, Quantity Indexes, U.S.:


2001-First Half 2008
(2000=100; Quarterly Figures are Seasonally Adjusted)
2Q
2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007
2008
Motor vehicle output 95.273 106.254 107.601 111.931 116.227 115.156 113.904 95.122
Auto output 94.102 97.977 89.265 89.096 99.075 102.678 100.871 97.519
Truck output 96.102 112.200 120.758 128.280 128.549 124.114 123.268 93.206
Final sales of domestic product 101.945 105.562 108.144 114.000 120.854 119.588 119.594 101.259
Personal consumption expenditures 106.568 113.261 116.495 118.188 117.093 113.422 115.840 104.675
New motor vehicles 110.186 119.113 124.814 126.515 124.191 117.461 118.554 104.531
Autos 100.145 99.818 97.154 98.365 102.896 105.304 101.340 106.332
Light trucks (including utility vehicles) 119.592 137.224 150.798 152.958 144.175 128.713 134.736 102.060
Net purchases of used autos & used light trucks 99.677 102.219 100.820 102.504 103.748 105.765 110.623 104.750
Used autos 96.786 95.746 92.809 92.421 93.655 93.658 92.577 86.525
Used light trucks (including utility vehicles) 103.141 110.025 110.510 114.749 116.001 120.518 132.777 127.154
Private fixed investment 85.992 80.960 76.064 90.526 107.281 118.694 100.189 71.813
New motor vehicles 89.720 87.964 83.869 94.849 105.482 114.097 106.460 86.701
Autos 93.067 90.795 83.846 85.477 90.429 94.689 96.977 87.532
Trucks 87.528 86.111 83.893 100.917 115.199 126.619 112.570 86.143
Light trucks (including utility vehicles) 92.487 89.962 90.144 104.079 115.689 127.616 127.170 95.882
Other 73.814 75.382 66.906 91.679 112.449 122.500 77.587 62.186

Net purchases of used autos & used light trucks 95.456 98.769 96.059 100.171 98.536 101.551 115.249 112.818

Used autos 90.793 91.202 88.926 92.733 92.754 93.832 101.215 102.681
Used light trucks (including utility vehicles) 100.731 107.344 104.141 108.598 105.057 110.302 131.278 124.367
Gross government investment 99.948 101.557 110.983 111.673 115.855 125.659 128.541 123.819
Autos 103.887 97.014 95.978 94.446 102.841 111.390 111.978 100.093
Trucks 98.466 103.281 116.685 118.204 120.862 131.145 134.864 132.702
Net exports
Exports 96.592 108.506 119.398 132.285 156.911 174.003 213.573 225.780
Autos 107.324 120.201 125.764 129.433 159.213 185.315 244.559 290.813
Trucks 87.165 98.229 113.713 134.472 154.689 164.165 187.144 170.911
Imports 97.889 103.025 102.801 107.932 109.052 118.874 115.740 111.733
Autos 97.543 103.625 100.009 100.221 96.650 106.944 105.268 108.030
Trucks 98.300 102.317 106.091 116.993 123.584 132.872 128.049 116.181
Addenda:
Final sales of motor vehicles to domestic purchasers 101.110 104.675 105.947 111.160 115.214 116.103 112.677 96.778
Private fixed investment in new autos & new light
92.761 90.356 87.146 95.267 103.732 112.014 112.884 92.100
trucks
1
Domestic output of new autos 91.480 94.875 84.972 82.827 91.919 93.528 90.459 87.433
2
Sales of imported new autos 98.768 106.381 104.520 108.578 110.208 120.915 124.797 127.591
1
Consists of final sales and change in private inventories of new autos assembled in the United States.
2
Consists of personal consumption expenditures, private fixed investment, and gross government investment.

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U.S. New Car & Truck Market Shares by Company:


2002-2007
(In Percentages)
New Car Market Share 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003
General Motors 9.8 10.0 10.2 10.7 11.6
Toyota 9.2 8.6 7.4 6.3 6.0
Honda 5.3 4.9 4.8 4.9 4.9
Ford 5.1 6.4 6.1 6.1 6.9
Chrysler 4.2 4.1 4.0 3.6 3.4
Nissan 3.9 3.2 3.3 3.0 3.0
All Other* 10.6 9.9 9.6 9.9 10.2
Total U.S. Car Sales 48.1 47.1 45.4 44.5 46.0

New Truck Market Share 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003


General Motors 13.6 14.1 15.6 16.4 16.4
Ford 10.5 10.7 12.1 13.2 13.6
Chrysler 8.4 8.4 9.2 9.1 9.1
Toyota 6.7 6.3 5.6 5.6 5.0
Honda 4.1 3.9 3.6 3.2 3.1
Nissan 2.6 2.8 2.9 2.7 1.7
All Other* 6.0 6.7 5.6 5.3 5.1
Total U.S. Truck Sales 51.9 52.9 54.6 55.5 54.0

New Car & Truck Market Share 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003
General Motors 23.4 24.1 25.8 27.1 28.0
Toyota 15.9 14.9 13.0 11.9 11.0
Ford 15.6 17.1 18.2 19.3 20.5
Chrysler 12.6 12.5 13.2 12.7 12.5
Honda 9.4 8.8 8.4 8.1 8.0
Nissan 6.5 6.0 6.2 5.7 4.7
All Other* 16.6 16.6 15.2 15.2 15.3
Total U.S. Car & Truck Sales 100 100 100 100 100
Note: All U.S. sales data are based on publicly available information from the media and trade publications.
* "All Other" includes primarily companies based in Korea, other Japanese manufacturers and various
European manufacturers, and, with respect to the U.S. Truck Market Shares table and U.S. Combined Car
and Truck Market Shares table, includes heavy truck manufacturers.

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New Vehicle Sales by Vehicle Type, U.S.:


2003-2007
(In Millions of Units)
2007 2006 2005 2004 2003
Cars 8.0 8.1 7.9 7.7 7.8
Trucks 8.5 9.0 9.6 9.6 9.2
Total 16.5 17.1 17.5 17.3 17.0

(By Percent of Total Sales)


2007 2006 2005 2004 2003
Cars
Small 20.4 19.8 17.9 16.9 17.3
Medium 13.0 12.3 12.3 13.1 14.4
Large 7.0 7.5 7.4 6.8 6.6
Premium 7.7 7.5 7.8 7.7 7.7
Total Car Sales 48.1 47.1 45.4 44.5 46.0
Trucks
Compact Pick Up 3.2 3.5 3.9 4.0 4.4
Bus/Van 6.6 7.8 8.1 8.5 8.2
Full Size Pickup 13.5 13.3 14.6 14.7 14.0
Sport Utility Vehicles 26.6 25.2 25.6 26.1 25.7
Medium/Heavy 2.0 3.1 2.4 2.2 1.7
Total Truck Sales 51.9 52.9 54.6 55.5 54.0

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Highest Fuel Economy by Vehicle Class: 2008 Model Year


MPG
Class Make/Model
City/Highway
Two Seater Audi TT Roadster (2 liter engine, auto) 22/29
Minicompact Car Mini Cooper Convertible (manual) 23/32
Subcompact Car Toyota Yaris (manual) 29/36
Compact Car Honda Civic Hybrid 40/45
Midsize Car Toyota Prius (hybrid) 48/45
Large Car Honda Accord 4Dr Sedan (manual) 22/31
Small Station Wagon Honda Fit 28/34
Midsize Station Wagon Passat Wagon (manual) 21/29
Ford Escape Hybrid FWD
Sport Utility Vehicle Mazda Tribute Hybrid 2WD 34/30
Mercury Mariner Hybrid FWD
Dodge Caravan 2WD
Minivan 17/24
Chrysler Town & Country
Ford Ranger Pickup 2WD (manual)
Pickup Truck 21/26
Mazda B2300 2WD (manual)
Van (Cargo & Chevrolet G1500/2500 Chevy Van 2WD (4.3 liter engine)
15/20
Passenger) GMC G1500/2500 Savana 2WD Cargo (4.3 liter engine)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)


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Lowest Fuel Economy by Vehicle Class: 2008 Model Year


(By Miles per Gallon City/Highway)
MPG
Class Make/Model
City/Highway
Two Seater Lamborghini Murcielago (manual) 8/13
Minicompact Car Aston Martin DB9 Coupe, Volante (manual) 10/16
Subcompact Car Bentley Continental GTC 10/17
Compact Car Bentley Azure 9/15
Midsize Car Ferrari 612 Scaglietti (auto) 9/16
Large Car Bentley Arnage RL 9/15
Small Station Wagon Audi S4 Avant (manual) 13/20
Midsize Station Wagon Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG Wagon 12/18
Sport Utility Vehicle Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG 11/13
Minivan Toyota Sienna 4WD 16/21
Rousch Performance Stage3 F150
Pickup Truck 11/15
GMC H1500 SAVANA VAN AWD

Chevrolet G1500/2500 EXPRESS 2WD


Chevrolet H1500 EXPRESS AWD
Van (Passenger) 12/16
GMC G1500/2500 SAVANA 2WD
GMC H1500 SAVANA VAN AWD

Chevrolet G15/25 VAN CONV 2WD


Chevrolet H1500 VAN CONV AWD
Van (Cargo) 12/16
GMC G15/25 SAVANA 2WD CONV
GMC H1500 SAVANA AWD CONV

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)


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Personal Transportation Expenditures, U.S.: 2001-2007


(in Billions of US$)
2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007
Transportation 872.4 882.2 921.7 976.5 1051 1,089.00 1,138.00
User-operated transportation 818.3 830.9 866 917.5 989.6 1024.6 1,072.00
New autos 103.2 101.7 97.2 97.7 103.1 106.5 102
Net purchases of used autos 59.7 60.4 54.8 54.3 57.2 57.9 56.5
Other motor vehicles 195.9 216.9 227.6 230.5 225.1 209 219.1
Tires, tubes, accessories, and other parts 49.1 50.3 52 54.4 57.7 60.6 62.8
Repair, greasing, washing,
189.1 186 186.8 189.5 198.6 212.7 224.2
parking, storage, rental, and leasing
Gasoline and oil 171.6 164.5 192.7 231.4 283.6 313.8 340.6
Bridge, tunnel, ferry, and road toll 5.1 5.3 5.5 6 6.5 7 7.4
1
Insurance (s.) 44.6 45.8 49.2 53.7 57.8 57.2 59.4
Purchased local transportation 12.5 12.3 13 13.8 14.6 15.7 16.4
Mass transit systems 9.2 9 9.5 10.2 10.7 11.4 11.9
Taxicab (s.) 3.2 3.3 3.5 3.6 3.9 4.3 4.5
Purchased intercity transportation 41.6 39 42.7 45.2 46.8 48.7 49.7
Railway 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.7
Bus 2.4 2.4 2.3 2.3 2.2 2.2 2
Airline 31.4 28.3 31.2 33.3 34.4 35.9 36.7
2
Other 7.3 7.8 8.6 9.1 9.7 9.9 10.3
1
Consists of premiums plus premium supplements less normal losses and dividends paid to policyholders for motor vehicle
insurance.
2
Consists of baggage charges, coastal and inland waterway fares, travel agents' fees, airport bus fares, and limousine services.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis


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Vehicle Registrations, Fuel Consumption & Vehicle Miles


of Travel as Indices, U.S.: 1960-2006
(Latest Year Available; 1987 = 1)
Vehicle Miles of Motor Fuel Vehicle Gallons per
YEAR
Travel Consumption Registrations Vehicle
1960 0.37 0.45 0.41 1.10
1961 0.38 0.47 0.42 1.10
1962 0.40 0.48 0.44 1.09
1963 0.42 0.51 0.46 1.09
1964 0.44 0.53 0.48 1.10
1965 0.46 0.56 0.51 1.10
1966 0.48 0.59 0.53 1.11
1967 0.50 0.61 0.54 1.13
1968 0.53 0.65 0.56 1.15
1969 0.55 0.69 0.59 1.18
1970 0.58 0.72 0.61 1.19
1971 0.61 0.76 0.63 1.21
1972 0.66 0.82 0.66 1.24
1973 0.68 0.87 0.70 1.23
1974 0.67 0.83 0.73 1.15
1975 0.69 0.85 0.74 1.15
1976 0.73 0.91 0.77 1.17
1977 0.76 0.94 0.79 1.18
1978 0.80 0.98 0.83 1.18
1979 0.80 0.96 0.85 1.13
1980 0.79 0.90 0.87 1.04
1981 0.81 0.90 0.88 1.01
1982 0.83 0.89 0.89 1.00
1983 0.86 0.91 0.92 0.99
1984 0.90 0.93 0.93 1.00
1985 0.92 0.95 0.96 0.99
1986 0.96 0.98 0.98 1.00
1987 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
1988 1.05 1.02 1.03 0.99
1989 1.09 1.03 1.05 0.99
1990 1.12 1.03 1.06 0.97
1991 1.13 1.01 1.05 0.96
1992 1.17 1.04 1.06 0.98
1993 1.20 1.08 1.08 0.99
1994 1.23 1.10 1.11 1.00
1995 1.26 1.12 1.13 1.00
1996 1.29 1.15 1.15 1.00
1997 1.33 1.18 1.16 1.02
1998 1.37 1.22 1.18 1.03
1999 1.40 1.27 1.21 1.05
2000 1.43 1.27 1.24 1.03
2001 1.46 1.28 1.29 1.00
2002 1.49 1.32 1.28 1.03
2003 1.50 1.33 1.29 1.03
2004 1.54 1.36 1.33 1.03
2005 1.56 1.36 1.35 1.01
2006 1.57 1.37 1.36 1.01
Source: U.S. Federal Highway Administration
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Automobile Driving Costs, U.S.: 2008


4WD Sport
Small Midsize Large
Category Sedan Sedan Sedan
Average Utility Minivan
Vehicle
Chevrolet
Buick Chevrolet
Chevrolet Chevrolet TrailBlazer;
Lucerne; Uplander;
Cobalt; Ford Impala; Ford Ford Explorer;
Chrysler 300; Dodge Grand
Focus; Honda Fusion; Jeep Grand
Ford Five Caravan; Kia
Examples Civic; Nissan Honda
Hundred;
Cherokee;
Sedona;
Sentra; Accord; Nissan
Nissan Honda
Toyota Nissan Altima; Pathfinder;
Maxima; Odyssey;
Corolla Toyota Camry Toyota
Toyota Avalon Toyota Sienna
4Runner

Operating Costs (Cents/Day)


Gas 9.39 12.34 13.28 11.67 17.05 14.01
Maintenance 3.98 4.67 5.07 4.57 5.47 4.76
Tires 0.55 0.85 0.77 0.72 0.93 0.67
Cost per mile 13.9 17.9 19.1 17.0 23.5 19.4
Ownership Costs (US$/Year)
Full-Coverage Insurance 949 907 973 943 888 883
License, Registration & Taxes 410 562 690 554 715 563
Depreciation (15,000 Miles
2,332 3,355 4,275 3,321 4,327 3,511
Annually)

Finance Charge (10% down; loan


541 770 963 758 1,000 771
@ 6% for 5 years)
Cost per year 4,232 5,594 6,901 5,576 6,930 5,728
Cost per day 11.59 15.33 18.91 15.28 18.99 15.69
Total Annual Cost (US$)
10,000 miles per year
Cost per year 5,514 7,190 8,583 7,096 9,095 7,492
Cost per mile (in cents) 55.1 71.9 85.8 71.0 91.0 74.9
15,000 miles per year
Cost per year 6,320 8,273 9,769 8,121 10,488 8,644
Cost per mile (in cents) 42.1 55.2 65.1 54.1 69.7 57.6
20,000 miles per year
Cost per year 7,146 9,369 10,960 9,158 11,815 9,811
Cost per mile (in cents) 35.7 46.9 54.8 45.8 59.1 49.1

Source: American Automobile Association (AAA)


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U.S. Highway Vehicle Miles Traveled, Monthly: 1992-2008

Vehicle Miles Traveled Jan-07 Jan-08


Highway miles (millions) 230,710 226,740
Percent change from same month previous year -0.71 -1.72
Notes: Vehicle miles of travel (VMT) are key data for highway planning and management, and a common measure of
roadway use. Along with other data, VMT are often used in estimating congestion, air quality, and potential gas-tax
revenues, and can provide a general measure of the level of the nation's economic activity. The current value is compared
to the value from the same period in the previous year to account for seasonality.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics


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Motor Vehicle Traffic Crashes in the U.S. by Type of Vehicle & Person: 1996-2006
(Latest Year Available)
2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996
Fatal Vehicle Traffic Crashes 38,588 39,252 38,444 38,477 38,491 37,862 37,526 37,140 37,107 37,324 37,494
Vehicle Occupants
Drivers 22,830 23,237 26,871 26,779 26,659 25,869 25,567 25,257 24,743 24,667 24,534
Passengers 9,156 9,750 10,355 10,458 10,604 10,469 10,695 10,521 10,530 10,944 11,058
Unknown 106 83 78 104 112 102 86 97 109 114 103
Total 32,092 37,304 37,341 37,375 36,440 36,348 35,875 35,382 35,725 35,695
Motorcycle Riders 4,810 4,576 4,028 3,714 3,270 3,197 2,897 2,483 2,294 2,116 2,161
Nonmotorist
Pedestrians 4,784 4,892 4,675 4,774 4,851 4,901 4,763 4,939 5,228 5,321 5,449
Pedalcyclists 773 786 727 629 665 732 693 754 760 814 765
Other/Unknown 183 186 130 140 114 123 141 149 131 153 154
Total 5,740 5,864 5,532 5,543 5,630 5,756 5,597 5,842 6,119 6,288 6,368
Total 42,642 43,510 42,836 42,884 43,005 42,196 41,945 41,717 41,501 42,013 *42,065

Other National Statistics


Vehicle Miles Traveled
3,014 2,989 2,963 2,890 2,856 2,797 2,747 2,691 2,632 2,562 2,486
(Billions)
Resident Population
299,398 296,507 293,657 290,850 287,985 285,108 282,193 272,691 270,248 267,784 265,229
(Thousands)
Registered Vehicles
251,423 245,628 237,961 230,633 225,685 221,230 217,028 212,685 208,076 203,568 201,631
(Thousands)
Licensed Drivers (Thousands) 202,810 200,549 198,889 196,166 194,602 191,276 190,625 187,170 184,861 182,709 179,539

National Rates: Fatalities


Fatalities per 100 Million
1.41 1.46 1.44 1.48 1.51 1.51 1.53 1.55 1.58 1.64 1.69
Vehicle Miles Traveled
Fatalities per 100,000
14.24 14.67 14.59 14.74 14.93 14.80 14.86 15.30 15.36 15.69 15.86
Population
Fatalities per 100,000
16.96 17.71 18.00 18.59 19.06 19.07 19.33 19.61 19.95 20.64 20.86
Registered Vehicles

Fatalities per 100,000


21.03 21.7 21.54 21.86 22.10 22.06 22.00 22.29 22.45 22.99 23.43
Licensed Drivers
* Total fatalities for 1996 include 2 fatalities of unknown person type.

Source: National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA), Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS)
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International Retail Premium Gasoline Prices:


August 1996-August 2008
(Includes Taxes; In US$ per Gallon)
Date Belgium France Germany Italy Netherlands U.K. U.S.

Aug-96 4.03 4.04 4.12 4.19 4.48 3.07 1.39

Aug-97 3.50 3.33 3.31 3.55 3.64 3.68 1.37

Aug-98 3.43 3.40 3.30 3.54 3.57 3.95 1.22

Aug-99 3.61 3.54 3.48 3.68 3.73 4.23 1.38

Aug-00 3.56 3.79 3.50 3.77 3.98 4.60 1.66

Aug-01 3.27 3.41 3.37 3.48 3.80 4.17 1.57

Aug-02 3.67 3.81 3.97 3.91 4.31 4.36 1.58

Aug-03 4.21 4.28 4.74 4.54 4.99 4.60 1.72

Aug-04 5.12 4.93 5.37 5.25 5.88 5.58 2.08

Aug-05 5.74 5.54 5.88 5.75 6.50 5.95 2.49

Aug-06 6.73 6.50 6.74 6.75 7.38 7.07 3.24

Aug-07 6.96 6.69 7.01 6.95 7.62 7.37 3.06

Aug-08 8.78 8.37 8.53 8.66 9.49 8.57 4.13

Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration


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Retail Gasoline Prices, U.S.: 1995-2008


(Weekly Data in US$ per Gallon)

Notes: The current value is compared to the value from the same period in the previous year to account for seasonality.
Motor fuel prices are an important cost component of highway transportation. Changes in motor fuel prices impact the
behavior of both producers and consumers, and affect the demand for transportation in terms of level and modal mix. In the
United States, motor gasoline prices follow world crude oil prices more closely than motor diesel prices. Changes in motor
fuel prices affect the profit margin of transportation firms, particularly trucking firms.

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Retail On-Highway Diesel Prices, U.S.: 1995-2008


(Weekly Data in US$ per Gallon)

Notes: Motor fuel prices are an important cost component of highway transportation. Changes in motor fuel prices
impact the behavior of both producers and consumers, and affect the demand for transportation in terms of level and
modal mix. In the United States, motor gasoline prices follow world crude oil prices more closely than motor diesel
prices. Changes in motor fuel prices affect the profit margin of transportation firms, particularly trucking firms.

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Truck Transportation Industry Breakdown of Revenue, U.S.:


2004-2006
(In Millions of US$; Latest Year Available)
Estimated Sources of Operating Revenue for Employer Firms
% Change
Kind of business 2006 2005 2004
06/05
Total 219,539 206,550 185,945 6.3
Motor Carrier 204,423 192,106 173,354 6.4
Local trucking 67,943 63,271 56,666 7.4
Long-Distance trucking 136,480 128,835 116,688 5.9
Other operating revenue (truck transportation) 15,116 14,444 12,591 4.7

Estimated Revenue by Size of Shipments, Commodities Handled, and Origin and


Destination of Shipments for Employer Firm
% Change
Kind of business 2006 2005 2004
06/05
Total motor carrier revenue 204,423 192,106 173,354 6.4
Size of Shipments
Less-than-truckload 50,463 42,014 40,218 20.1
Truckload 153,960 150,092 133,136 2.6
Commodities Handled
Agricultural & fish products 18,418 17,320 15,650 6.3
Grains, alcohol & tobacco products 8,459 7,028 6,274 20.4
Stone, nonmetallic minerals & metallic ores 14,877 13,078 11,572 13.8
Coal & petroleum products 8,496 7,833 6,839 8.5
Pharmaceutical & chemical products 10,759 10,241 9,544 5.1
Wood products, textiles & leathers 17,196 17,222 16,420 -0.2
Base metal & machinery 17,982 16,021 15,029 12.2
Electronic, motorized vehicles & precision instruments 15,320 14,762 13,665 3.8
Used household & office goods 12,323 12,063 10,823 2.2
New furniture & miscellaneous manufactured products 22,290 21,887 19,522 1.8
Other goods 58,303 54,651 48,016 6.7
Origin and Destination of Shipments
U.S. to U.S. 196,244 184,877 167,338 6.1
U.S. to Canada 1,806 1,541 1,375 17.2
U.S. to Mexico 1,650 1,545 1,257 6.8
Canada to U.S. 1,348 1,340 1,131 0.6
Mexico to U.S. 1,741 1,294 1,004 34.5
All other destinations 1,634 1,509 1,249 8.3
Notes: Estimates are based on data from the 2006 Service Annual Survey and administrative data. Estimates for 2005
and prior years have been revised to reflect historical corrections to individual responses. Dollar volume estimates are
published in millions of dollars; consequently, results may not be additive. Estimates have been adjusted using results
of the 2002 Economic Census. Estimates cover taxable and tax-exempt firms and are not adjusted for price changes.

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Truck Transportation & Courier & Messenger Industry


Expenses, U.S.: 2004-2006
(In Millions of US$; Latest Year Available)
% Chg
Kind of business 2006 2005 2004
06/05
Total Truck Transportation (NAICS 484) 201,391 187,911 169,714 7.2
Personnel costs 68,640 65,832 61,863 4.3
Gross annual payroll 53,256 51,586 48,339 3.2
Employer's cost for fringe benefits 12,947 12,143 11,554 6.6
Temporary staff and leased employee expense 2,437 2,103 1,970 15.9
Expensed materials, parts and supplies (not for resale 6,266 5,761 5,236 8.8
Expensed equipment 732 623 557 17.5
Expensed purchase of other materials, parts, and supplies 5,533 5,138 4,678 7.7
Expensed purchased services 82,998 75,304 64,908 10.2
Expensed purchases of software 207 212 195 -2.4
Purchased electricity and fuels (except motor fuels) 815 649 587 25.6
Lease and rental payments 8,703 8,138 7,731 6.9
Purchased freight transportation 38,369 36,027 32,087 6.5
Purchased repair and maintenance 6,087 5,503 5,023 10.6
Purchased fuels for transportation equipment 28,229 24,204 18,741 16.6
Purchased advertising and promotional services 588 572 546 2.8
Other operating expenses 43,487 41,013 37,707 6.0
Cost of insurance 7,193 6,603 6,257 8.9
Depreciation and amortization charges 9,448 8,448 8,109 11.8
Governmental taxes and license fees 3,860 3,846 3,574 0.4
All other operating expenses 22,987 22,115 19,766 3.9
Total Couriers & Messengers (NAICS 492) 68,563 63,874 60,250 7.3
Personnel costs 31,072 29,718 29,346 4.6
Gross annual payroll 20,862 20,262 19,936 3.0
Employer's cost for fringe benefits 9,049 8,602 8,481 5.2
Temporary staff and leased employee expense 1,161 854 928 35.9
Expensed materials, parts and supplies (not for resale 11,553 10,199 8,989 13.3
Expensed equipment D 6,193 5,946 D
Purchased electricity and fuels (except motor fuels) D 4005 3043 D
Expensed purchased services 6,676 6,209 5,891 7.5
Expensed purchases of software 114 94 93 21.3
Purchased electricity and fuels (except motor fuels) 1,353 1,321 1,233 2.4
Lease and rental payments 2,574 2,224 2,085 15.7
Purchased repair and maintenance 2,178 2,104 2,016 3.5
Purchased advertising and promotional services 456 466 464 -2.1
Other operating expenses 19,262 17,749 16,025 8.5
Depreciation and amortization charges 3,298 3,207 3,187 2.8
Governmental taxes and license fees 318 320 331 -0.6
All other operating expenses 15,645 14,221 12,507 10.0
Note: Estimates are based on data from the 2006 Service Annual Survey and administrative data. Estimates for 2005
and prior years have been revised to reflect historical corrections to individual responses. Dollar volume estimates are
published in millions of dollars; consequently, results may not be additive. Estimates have been adjusted using results
of the 2002 Economic Census. Estimates cover taxable and tax-exempt firms and are not adjusted for price changes.

D Estimate in table is withheld to avoid disclosing data of individual companies; data are included in higher level totals.
S = Estimate does not meet publication standards because of high sampling variability (coefficient of variation is greater
than 30%) or poor response quality (total quantity response rate is less than 50%). Unpublished estimates derived from
this table by subtraction are subject to these same limitations and should not be attributed to the U.S. Census Bureau.
Links to this information on the Internet may be found at <www.census.gov/svsd/www/cv.html>.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
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U.S. Truck Transportation Industry Estimated Inventories of


Revenue Generating Equipment & Estimated Number of
Truck Miles Traveled: 2004-2006
(In Thousands; Latest Year Available)
Kind of business Total Owned Leased
Trucks
2006 Units 247 218 28
2005 Units 217 192 25
2004 Units 212 189 24
Percent Change: 2006/2005 13.8 13.5 12.0
Truck-Tractors
2006 Units 895 745 149
2005 Units 867 732 135
2004 Units 838 711 128
Percent Change: 2006/2005 3.2 1.8 10.4
Trailers
2006 Units 1,950 1,618 332
2005 Units 1,923 1,577 347
2004 Units 1,855 1,524 331
Percent Change: 2006/2005 1.4 2.6 -4.3
(In Millions)
Kind of business 2006 2005 % Change
Total distance traveled in highway miles 91,078 90,170 1.0
Miles traveled by loaded or partially loaded vehicles 73,444 72,854 0.8
Miles traveled by empty vehicles 17,634 17,315 1.8
Note: Estimates are based on data from the 2006 Service Annual Survey and administrative data. Estimates for
2005 and prior years have been revised to reflect historical corrections to individual responses. Estimates cover
taxable and tax-exempt firms and are not adjusted for price changes. The introduction and appendixes give
information on confidentiality protection, sampling error, nonsampling error, sample design, and definitions. Links
to this information on the Internet may be found at <www.census.gov/svsd/www/cv.html>.

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Exports of U.S. Vehicles: 2002-1st Quarter 2008


(In Thousands of US$)
Partner 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 Q1 2008
World Total 62,511,188 65,182,370 73,308,998 83,160,583 92,702,820 106,993,538 26,751,570
Canada 34,292,865 36,084,039 39,088,011 42,671,015 46,090,332 49,778,223 11,785,892
Mexico 10,695,636 9,576,604 10,794,020 11,322,082 12,236,390 13,419,073 3,260,466
Germany 3,678,664 4,817,616 5,028,926 4,878,759 6,480,848 8,459,653 2,337,229
Saudi Arabia 1,094,135 831,037 1,248,951 2,355,619 2,514,582 2,556,046 639,025
Australia 1,096,154 1,253,626 1,659,543 1,669,222 2,060,679 2,300,686 539,781
United Kingdom 1,282,651 1,565,133 1,631,965 1,669,658 1,781,843 2,217,078 474,105
China 289,706 516,321 654,927 939,059 1,291,026 1,969,510 492,604
Japan 1,956,792 1,795,029 1,659,886 1,610,614 1,732,161 1,872,701 562,943
United Arab Emirates 215,957 330,164 533,679 1,086,101 1,273,486 1,651,408 488,070
Venezuela 323,042 136,741 301,806 596,376 984,343 1,345,920 129,393
Russian Federation 98,122 164,691 307,590 523,686 745,001 1,333,037 526,157
Belgium 510,420 521,831 590,357 596,910 922,861 1,209,574 373,742
South Africa 286,491 370,848 495,310 818,735 696,603 1,050,889 270,924
Finland 103,558 273,906 369,374 485,199 733,699 1,036,084 298,300
South Korea 449,125 414,661 543,025 682,310 756,845 962,241 223,019
Chile 205,661 223,080 303,452 535,030 628,717 765,300 194,821
Kuwait 359,715 508,976 582,085 923,626 783,404 758,183 149,155
Netherlands 360,356 325,027 470,150 595,831 565,109 757,475 194,986
France 384,856 398,125 485,490 482,857 567,701 750,746 196,816
Brazil 273,596 393,825 548,214 616,908 685,052 693,035 192,034
Italy 325,831 363,235 265,148 265,601 319,692 684,398 125,731
Spain 203,275 254,144 309,419 417,454 454,873 627,975 125,578
Austria 848,150 434,350 380,457 600,194 734,552 583,988 105,004
Nigeria 39,520 80,262 86,404 140,630 252,554 505,684 155,743
Israel 275,803 153,765 245,548 249,578 286,088 363,579 108,968
Note: "Vehicles" refers to HS (Harmonized System) Code 87, "vehicles, except railway or trainway, and parts etc."

Source: Office of Trade and Industry Information (OTII), Manufacturing and Services, International Trade Administration,
U.S. Department of Commerce
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Imports of Vehicles to the U.S.: 2002-1st Quarter 2008


(In Thousands of US$)
Partner 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 Q1 2008
World Total 170,515,822 175,164,839 191,249,554 199,805,857 215,378,710 214,466,749 52,859,275
Canada 52,382,699 52,826,042 59,238,477 61,722,146 61,328,452 60,394,106 13,292,474
Japan 45,430,986 43,035,057 45,687,430 49,627,779 57,726,245 56,436,852 15,305,549
Mexico 26,358,168 25,391,764 26,143,233 26,813,952 33,249,674 33,940,888 7,902,240
Germany 20,113,234 22,624,933 23,874,101 24,391,062 23,418,425 22,421,269 5,525,432
South Korea 7,394,183 8,631,620 10,898,764 10,203,288 10,852,725 10,550,509 2,672,763
China 1,946,202 2,464,116 3,384,042 4,207,916 5,134,472 6,086,920 1,436,698
United Kingdom 4,977,382 6,049,559 6,137,563 7,220,445 6,478,447 5,221,257 1,289,272
Austria 424,927 650,106 1,391,640 767,818 2,124,562 3,937,476 961,053
Sweden 2,268,448 3,075,071 2,760,854 2,756,274 2,392,585 2,652,956 592,526
Italy 1,144,212 1,261,474 1,522,430 1,729,515 1,853,709 2,036,076 584,144
Taiwan 1,250,713 1,392,219 1,518,803 1,816,475 1,712,870 1,809,613 476,947
France 1,148,401 1,234,846 1,515,821 1,528,976 1,318,490 1,283,166 358,606
Belgium 1,065,019 1,082,874 1,395,255 1,425,992 1,236,898 1,029,510 350,543
Slovakia 2,607 721,184 869,237 559,168 855,781 1,024,689 216,646
Brazil 1,109,261 1,137,171 1,128,507 1,329,189 1,220,544 910,951 180,002
India 181,419 214,994 302,883 438,857 486,821 623,031 171,199
South Africa 367,894 525,230 604,699 294,703 501,782 550,835 428,930
Portugal 25,594 24,333 28,058 21,824 157,223 404,599 91,670
Hungary 445,838 527,662 349,884 222,656 217,169 365,440 87,722
Finland 323,856 140,433 129,560 342,309 582,674 362,735 103,878
Thailand 122,106 131,796 175,003 238,504 320,944 362,161 111,103
Spain 239,854 305,977 338,807 359,474 374,373 317,970 65,586
Israel 38,210 45,277 47,153 65,829 75,086 262,712 155,884
Australia 507,145 368,968 634,631 461,181 398,167 186,788 206,158
Turkey 39,713 79,135 116,325 151,437 150,631 132,747 36,950
Note: "Vehicles" refers to HS (Harmonized System) Code 87, "vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling stock."

Source: Office of Trade and Industry Information (OTII), Manufacturing and Services, International Trade Administration, U.S.
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Employment in the Automobile Industry, U.S.: 2001-2007


(Annual Estimates in Thousands of Employed Workers)
NAICS
Industry Sector 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007
Code1
Manufacturing
3361,2,3 Motor vehicles & parts 1,212.9 1,151.2 1,125.3 1,112.8 1,096.7 1,070.0 996.8
3361 Motor vehicles 278.7 265.4 264.6 255.9 247.6 236.5 223.0
33611 Automobiles & light trucks 236.4 232.5 233.5 221.1 210.0 199.7 185.5
336111 Automobiles 168.6 158.7 156.6 146.3 139.8 134.6 127.6
336112 Light trucks & utility vehicles 67.8 73.8 76.9 74.8 70.2 65.1 57.9
33612 Heavy duty trucks 42.3 32.9 31.1 34.8 37.7 36.8 37.5
3362 Motor vehicle bodies & trailers 159.4 152.2 153.0 164.8 171.0 178.8 164.9
336211 Motor vehicle bodies 75.8 68.3 61.9 64.5 65.9 67.9 63.5
336212 Truck trailers 30.9 27.9 31.2 33.7 36.7 39.7 37.7
336213,4 Motor homes, travel trailers & campers 52.8 56.0 59.9 66.6 68.4 71.2 63.7
3363 Motor vehicle parts 774.7 733.6 707.8 692.1 678.1 654.7 608.9
33631 Motor vehicle gasoline engine & parts 96.7 93.0 85.5 80.2 76.3 73.2 66.8
33632 Motor vehicle electric equipment 120.1 110.1 104.0 100.5 95.8 90.8 79.5
336321 Vehicular lighting equipment 17.8 17.2 17.2 16.6 16.8 16.2 13.7
336322 Other motor vehicle electric equipment 102.3 92.9 86.9 83.8 79.0 74.6 65.8
33633 Motor vehicle steering & suspension parts 51.5 47.4 44.6 43.4 43.5 42.4 37.8
33634 Motor vehicle brake systems 46.6 45.3 45.9 45.1 42.9 40.3 35.7
33635 Motor vehicle power train components 95.7 91.7 91.2 85.7 85.0 81.2 75.0
33636 Motor vehicle seating & interior trim 64.9 62.0 62.2 66.1 64.3 62.7 63.5
33637 Motor vehicle metal stamping 111.6 105.5 101.9 99.0 98.6 95.6 90.5
33639 Other motor vehicle parts 187.5 178.5 172.4 172.1 171.7 168.5 160.3
Transportation & Warehousing
484 Truck transportation 1,386.8 1,339.3 1,325.6 1,351.7 1,397.6 1,435.8 1,441.2
4841 General freight trucking 992.0 951.7 935.2 949.7 980.5 1,004.6 1,006.2
48411 Local 238.2 231.9 229.8 229.5 231.0 235.5 234.1
48412 Long-Distance 753.8 719.7 705.4 720.2 749.5 769.2 772.1
484121 Truckload 537.8 511.2 496.8 498.2 523.4 538.1 545.3
484122 Less-than-Truckload 215.9 208.5 208.6 222.0 236.1 231.1 226.8
4842 Specialized freight trucking 394.8 387.6 390.4 402.0 417.1 431.2 435.0
48421 Used household & office goods moving 107.7 101.2 98.2 101.6 103.2 103.1 99.5
48422 Other specialized trucking, local 183.0 184.6 189.1 194.6 201.7 209.4 212.7
48423 Other specialized trucking, long-distance 104.0 101.8 103.2 105.8 112.2 118.7 122.8
485 Transit and ground passenger transportation 374.8 380.8 382.2 384.9 389.2 399.3 410.0
4851 Urban transit systems 36.4 38.0 37.9 39.3 39.5 40.4 40.1
4852 Interurban and rural bus transportation 23.6 22.8 21.9 21.1 20.2 19.5 19.1
4853 Taxi and limousine service 70.8 67.7 66.9 66.4 66.3 69.3 72.4
48531 Taxi service 33.1 31.8 31.4 30.6 30.3 30.8 32.5
48532 Limousine service 37.7 35.9 35.5 35.7 36.0 38.5 39.9
4855 Charter bus industry 36.8 35.5 33.2 32.2 31.4 31.2 31.6
4859 Other ground passenger transportation 54.2 55.7 57.7 59.4 63.0 66.6 70.3
4884 Support activities for road transportation 69.1 70.4 72.1 76.2 79.0 81.4 83.3
48841 Motor vehicle towing 43.1 43.7 43.9 46.2 47.7 48.7 50.1
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For a full description of the NAICS codes used in this table, see www.census.gov/epcd/www/naics.html.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Chapter 3

IMPORTANT AUTOMOBILE INDUSTRY


CONTACTS
Addresses, Telephone Numbers and Internet Sites

Contents: XXVI. MBA Resources


XXVII. Motorcycle Industry Associations (MIC)
XXVIII. Publications-Automotive
I. Alternative Energy-Clean Transportation XXIX. Research & Development, Laboratories
II. Alternative Energy-Ethanol XXX. Transportation Industry Associations
III. Alternative Energy-Fuel Cells XXXI. Transportation Industry Resources
IV. Alternative Energy-General XXXII. Travel Industry Associations
V. Automobile Finance and Loans XXXIII. U.S. Government Agencies
Associations
VI. Automobile Purchasing-Online
VII. Automotive Associations-Consumer & I. Alternative Energy-Clean
Safety Transportation
VIII. Automotive Industry Associations
IX. Automotive Industry Resources WestStart-CALSTART
X. Automotive Magazines-Online 48 S. Chester Ave.
XI. Automotive Parts & Supplies Pasadena, CA 91106 US
XII. Automotive Safety Phone: 626-744-5600
XIII. Canadian Government Agencies Fax: 626-744-5610
XIV. Careers-First Time Jobs/New Grads E-mail Address: calstart@calstart.org
XV. Careers-General Job Listings Web Address: www.calstart.org
XVI. Careers-Job Reference Tools WestStart-CALSTART is a non-profit organization
XVII. Chemicals Industry Associations that works to help in the development of advanced
XVIII. Corporate Information Resources transportation technologies and to foster companies
XIX. Economic Data & Research that will help clean the air, lessen dependence on
XX. Engineering Indices foreign oil, reduce global warming and create jobs.
XXI. Engineering, Research & Scientific
Associations II. Alternative Energy-Ethanol
XXII. Hybrid & Electric Vehicles
XXIII. Industry Research/Market Research National Ethanol Vehicle Coalition (NEVC)
XXIV. Internet Usage Statistics 3216 Emerald Ln., Ste. C
XXV. Manufacturing Associations Jefferson City, MO 65109 US
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Phone: 573-635-8445 Web Address: www.greenfuels.org


Fax: 573-635-5466 The Canadian Renewable Fuels Association (CRFA)
Toll Free: 877-485-8535 is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to
E-mail Address: info@e85fuel.com promote renewable fuels for automotive
Web Address: www.e85fuel.com transportation through consumer awareness and
The National Ethanol Vehicle Coalition (NEVC), government liaison activities.
established in 1996, is a nonprofit organization that is
one of the leading advocates in the U.S. for V. Automobile Finance and Loans
expanding the use of 85% (E85) ethanol motor fuel. Associations
It also advocates the production of so-called flexible
fuel vehicles, which can run on higher than National Automotive Finance Association
conventional 10% ethanol fuels. 7250 Parkway Dr., Ste. 510
Hanover, MD 21076 US
Renewable Fuels Association (RFA) Phone: 410-712-4036
1 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Ste. 820 Fax: 410-712-4038
Washington, DC 20001 US Toll Free: 800-463-8955
Phone: 202-289-3835 Web Address: www.nafassociation.com
E-mail Address: info@ethanolrfa.org The National Automotive Finance Association is the
Web Address: www.ethanolrfa.org only trade association exclusively serving the non-
The Renewable Fuels Association (RFA) is a trade prime auto financing industry. Organized in the Fall
organization representing the ethanol industry. It of 1996, the NAF Association supports its members
publishes a wealth of useful information, including a and the industry with programs and education.
listing of biorefineries and monthly U.S. fuel ethanol
production and demand.
VI. Automobile Purchasing-Online
III. Alternative Energy-Fuel Cells
Autobytel, Inc.
18872 MacArthur Blvd.
EERE Hydrogen, Fuel Cells & Infrastructure Irvine, CA 92612 US
Technologies Program Phone: 949-225-4500
1000 Independence Ave. SW E-mail Address: consumercare@autobytel.com
Mail Stop EE-1 Web Address: www.autobytel.com
Washington, DC 20585 US Autobytel, Inc. is an Internet automotive marketing
Phone: 202-586-5000 services company that helps retailers sell cars and
Toll Free: 877-337-3463 manufacturers build brands through marketing and
E-mail Address: webmaster_de@nrel.gov CRM (customer relationship management) tools and
Web Address: programs. Car purchasers can use this popular site to
www1.eere.energy.gov/hydrogenandfuelcells request bids on specific makes and models of new
The Hydrogen, Fuel Cells & Infrastructure cars and trucks. Participating dealers will respond
Technologies Program of the Energy Efficiency and with detailed prices.
Renewable Energy (EERE), a division of the U.S.
Department of Energy (DOE), works to develop and AutoSite
successfully introduce fuel cell technologies to the Autobytel, Inc.
global market. 18872 MacArthur Blvd.
Irvine, CA 92612 US
IV. Alternative Energy-General Phone: 949-225-4500
E-mail Address: consumercare@autobytel.com
Canadian Renewable Fuels Association (CRFA) Web Address: www.autosite.com
350 Sparks St., Ste. 1005 AutoSite customers can find and learn about new and
Ottawa, ON K1R 7S8 Canada used vehicles through this web site's powerful tools
Phone: 613-594-5528 and information. It is owned by industry giant
Fax: 613-594-3076 Autobytel, Inc.
E-mail Address: R.Speer@greenfuels.org
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Autotrader.com E-mail Address: consumercare@autobytel.com


5775 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd., Ste. A-200 Web Address: www.carsmart.com
Atlanta, GA 30342 US CarSmart is a web site owned by Autobytel, Inc. that
Phone: 866-222-0998 provides car model information, free price quotes and
Fax: 404-568-3060 online buying assistance.
Toll Free: 800-353-9350
Web Address: www.autotrader.com eBay Motors
Autotrader.com is designed to give you more control eBay, Inc.
of the buying process and make finding a used 2145 Hamilton Ave.
vehicle that meets your personal needs easier. San Jose, CA 95125 US
Phone: 408-376-7400
Autoweb Fax: 408-376-7401
Autobytel, Inc. Web Address: www.ebaymotors.com
18872 MacArthur Blvd. eBay Motors, part of eBay, Inc., is a provider of
Irvine, CA 92612 US online car and truck vehicle auctions and services. It
Phone: 949-225-4500 is an incredibly popular site that makes it possible for
Toll Free: 888-422-8999 buyers and sellers to connect nationwide. It includes
E-mail Address: consumercare@autobytel.com listings of used and classic cars and trucks.
Web Address: www.autoweb.com
Autoweb helps millions of car shoppers get Edmunds.com
connected to a local Autoweb-accredited car dealer 1620 26th St., Ste. 400 S.
for up-front pricing and delivery information. It is a Santa Monica, CA 90404 US
subsidiary of Autobytel, Inc. Phone: 310-309-6300
Fax: 310-309-6466
CARFAX, Inc. Web Address: www.edmunds.com
5860 Trinity Pkwy., Ste. 600 Edmunds.com, launched in 1995, was one of the first
Centreville, VA 20120 US web sites to offer automotive information to
Phone: 703-934-2664 consumers. It provides a database of car values, car
Web Address: www.carfax.com reviews, ratings and expert advice to help consumers
CARFAX, Inc.'s web site offers Vehicle History get a fair deal.
Reports that reveal important background
information and unearth hidden problems in a Kelley Blue Book
vehicle's past that may affect its safety and resale 195 Technology Dr.
value. Irvine, CA 92618 US
Toll Free: 800-258-3266
Cars.com Web Address: www.kbb.com
Classified Ventures, LLC Kelley Blue Book (KBB) is a respected source for
175 W. Jackson Blvd., Ste. 800 pricing information on new and used vehicles. Its
Chicago, IL 60604 US web site recently launched a new service, called
Phone: 312-601-5000 KBBGreen, which offers information on
E-mail Address: kerri@cars.com environmentally friendly vehicles.
Web Address: www.cars.com
Cars.com, a division of Classified Ventures, LLC, Kruse International
provides users with complete local and national P.O. Box 190
inventories of new and used vehicles, featuring 5540 County Rd. 11A
automotive reviews, model reports, advice, a dealer Auburn, IN 46706 US
locator, financing information and much more. Phone: 260-925-5600
Fax: 260-925-5467
CarSmart Toll Free: 800-968-4444
Autobytel, Inc. E-mail Address: info@kruse.com
18872 MacArthur Blvd. Web Address: www.kruseinternational.com
Irvine, CA 92612-1400 US Kruse International is one of the world's leading
Phone: 949-225-4500 auction firms and the largest collector car auction
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company. It auctions more than 13,000 cars in more Economy (ACEEE)’s Green Book publication, which
than 30 events and dozens of real estate properties rates cars on how they impact the environment.
each year.
National Safety Council (NSC)
MSN Autos 1121 Spring Lake Dr.
Microsoft Corp. Itasca, IL 60143-3201 US
1 Microsoft Way Phone: 630-285-1121
Redmond, WA 98052 US Fax: 630-285-1315
Phone: 425-882-8080 E-mail Address: info@nsc.org
Fax: 425-936-7329 Web Address: www.nsc.org
Web Address: www.autos.msn.com The National Safety Council (NSC) is a nonprofit,
MSN Autos offers extensive information on new international organization that provides safety
cars, used cars, warranties, finance, insurance and information and statistics in order to help to prevent
automotive news. Consumers will find extensive accidental injury and death.
tools to help them make car-buying decisions.
VIII. Automotive Industry Associations
NADAguides.com
P.O. Box 7800 Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers
Costa Mesa, CA 92628 US 1401 Eye St. NW, Ste. 900
Phone: 714-556-8511 Washington, DC 20005 US
Fax: 714-8715 Phone: 202-326-5500
Web Address: www.nadaguides.com Fax: 202-326-5598
NADAguides.com are appraisal guides that serve as Web Address: www.autoalliance.org
resources for pricing information on used vehicles. The Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers is a trade
The site also has reviews and buying resources for association composed of 9 car including BMW
new and used behicles. Group, DaimlerChrysler, Ford Motor Company,
General Motors, Mazda, Mitsubishi Motors, Porsche,
Yahoo! Autos Toyota and Volkswagen. Alliance members account
Yahoo! Inc. for more than 90% of vehicles sold in the U.S.
701 1st Ave.
Sunnyvale, CA 94089 US Aluminum Association (The)
Phone: 408-349-3300 1525. Wilson Blvd., Ste. 600
Fax: 408-349-3301 Arlington, VA 22209 US
Web Address: www.autos.yahoo.com Phone: 703-358-2960
Yahoo! Autos is provides a vast amount of Fax: 703-358-2961
information on new and used cars, finance, insurance E-mail Address: jsimpson@aluminum.org
and car maintenance. Web Address: www.aluminum.org
The Aluminum Association is the trade association
VII. Automotive Associations-Consumer & for producers of primary aluminum, recyclers and
Safety makers of semi-fabricated aluminum products, as
well as suppliers to the industry.
ACEEE's Green Book Online
American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy American International Automobile Dealers
(ACEEE) Association (AIADA)
1001 Conneticut Ave. NW, Ste. 801 211 N. Union St., Ste. 300
Washington, DC 20036-5525 US Alexandria, VA 22314 US
Phone: 202-429-8873 Phone: 703-519-7800
Fax: 202-429-2248 Fax: 703-519-7810
E-mail Address: greenercars@aceee.org Toll Free: 800-462-4232
Web Address: www.greenercars.org E-mail Address: goaiada@aiada.org
ACEEE's Green Book Online is the official web site Web Address: www.aiada.org
for the American Council for an Energy-Efficient American International Automobile Dealers
Association (AIADA) is the lobbying and
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communications force in Washington, D.C. for the The Automotive Parts Manufacturers' Association
10,000 American automobile dealerships that sell and (APMA) is a leading national association
service international nameplate brands. representing OEM producers of parts and services for
the worldwide automotive industry.
Association of International Automobile
Manufacturers of Canada (AIAMC) Automotive Recyclers Association
2 Bloor St. W., Ste. 1804, Box 5 3975 Fair Ridge Dr., Ste. 20-N.
Toronto, ON M4W 3E2 Canada Fairfax, VA 22033 US
Phone: 416-595-8251 Phone: 703-385-1001
Fax: 416-595-2864 Fax: 703-385-1494
E-mail Address: auto@aiamc.com Toll Free: 888-385-1005
Web Address: www.aiamc.com E-mail Address: jennifer@a-r-a.org
The AIAMC is a trade organization representing 13 Web Address: www.a-r-a.org
of the leading auto manufacturing companies in The Automotive Recyclers Association is dedicated
Canada. to the efficient removal and reuse of automotive parts
and the safe disposal of inoperable motor vehicles.
Association of International Automobile
Manufacturers, Inc. (AIAM) Automotive Service Association (ASA)
2111 Wilson Blvd., Ste. 1150 1901 Airport Fwy.
Arlington, VA 22201 US Bedford, TX 76095 US
Phone: 703-525-7788 Phone: 817-283-6205
Fax: 703-525-8817 Fax: 817-685-0225
E-mail Address: webmaster2@aiam.org Toll Free: 800-272-7467
Web Address: www.aiam.org E-mail Address: asainfo@asashop.org
The Association of International Automobile Web Address: www.asashop.org
Manufacturers, Inc. (AIAM) is a trade association The Automotive Service Association (ASA) is a
representing 14 international motor vehicle leading organization for owners and managers of
manufacturers. Members concentrate on improving automotive service businesses that strive to deliver
the safety and efficiency of vehicles, as well as excellence in service and repairs to consumers.
investing in American communities.
Canadian Automobile Dealers Association
Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (CADA)
(AAIA) 85 Renfrew Dr.
7101 Wisconsin Ave., Ste. 1300 Markham, ON L3R 0N9 Canada
Bethesda, MD 20814-3415 US Phone: 905-940-4959
Phone: 301-654-6664 Fax: 905-940-6870
Fax: 301-654-3299 Toll Free: 800-463-5289
E-mail Address: aaia@aftermarket.org E-mail Address: mail@cada.ca
Web Address: www.aftermarket.org Web Address: www.cada.ca
The Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association The Canadian Automobile Dealers Association
(AAIA) provides information about the automotive (CADA) represents 3,000 automobile dealers across
aftermarket, which maintains, repairs and Canada.
accessorizes vehicles after they are sold to
individuals by a car or truck dealer. Canadian Transportation Equipment Association
(CTEA)
Automotive Parts Manufacturers' Association 16 Barrie Blvd., Unit 3B
(APMA) St. Thomas, Ontario N5P 4B9 Canada
10 Four Seasons Place, Ste. 801 Phone: 519-631-0414
Toronto, ON M9B 6H7 Canada Fax: 519-631-1333
Phone: 416-620-4220 E-mail Address: transportation@ctea.on.ca
Fax: 416-620-9730 Web Address: www.ctea.ca
E-mail Address: info@apma.ca
Web Address: www.apma.ca
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The Canadian Transportation Equipment Association E-mail Address: jama@jama.ca


(CTEA) standardizes the commercial vehicle Web Address: www.jama.ca
equipment manufacturing industry in Canada. The Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association of
Canada (JAMA Canada) represents the interests of
Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers' Association members in both the Canadian and Japanese auto
(CVMA) industries by promoting closer industrial ties. The
170 Attwell Dr., Ste. 400 association provides up-to-date statistics, newsletters
Toronto, Ontario M9W 5Z5 Canada and industry links on its web site.
Phone: 416-364-9333
Fax: 416-367-3221 Japanese Automobile Manufacturers Association,
Toll Free: 800-758-7122 Inc. (JAMA)
E-mail Address: info@cvma.ca Jidosha Kaikan (NBF Tower), 16th Fl., 1-30
Web Address: www.cvma.ca Shiba Daimon 1-chome, Minato-ku
The Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers' Association Tokyo, 105-0012 Japan
(CVMA) is the industry organization representing Phone: 81-3-5405-6126
manufacturers of light and heavy duty motor vehicles Web Address: www.jama-english.jp
in Canada. Association members collaborate to solve Japanese Automobile Manufacturers Association,
industry objectives in the way of consumer Inc. (JAMA) is a nonprofit industry association that
protection, the environment and vehicle safety. is made up of 14 manufacturers of passenger cars,
trucks, buses and motorcycles in Japan. Besides its
Engine Manufacturers Association (EMA) Tokyo headquarters, JAMA maintains offices in the
2 N. LaSalle St., Ste. 2200 U.S., Europe and Asia.
Chicago, IL 60602 US
Phone: 312-827-8700 Korean Automobile Manufacturing Association
Fax: 312-827-8737 (KAMA)
E-mail Address: ema@enginemanufacturers.org 1461-15, Seocho-3 dong, Seocho-gu
Web Address: www.enginemanufacturers.org Seoul, 137-720 Korea
The Engine Manufacturers Association (EMA) is the Phone: 82-2-3660-1853
voice of the engine manufacturing industry on Fax: 82-2-3660-1900
domestic and international public policy, as well as E-mail Address: webmaster@kama.or.kr
regulatory and technical issues that affect Web Address: www.kama.or.kr/eng/K_eng_main.jsp
manufacturers of engines used in a broad array of Korean Automobile Manufacturing Association
mobile and stationary applications. (KAMA) represents Korean automotive
manufacturers in national and international issues
European Automobile Manufacturers Association affecting the industry.
(ACEA)
Avenye des Nerviens 85 Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association
Brussels, B-1040 Belgium (MEMA)
Phone: 32-2-732-55-50 10 Laboratory Dr.
Fax: 32-2-738-73-10 P.O. Box 13966
E-mail Address: info@acea.be Research Triangle Park, NC 27709-3966 US
Web Address: www.acea.be Phone: 919-549-4800
The European Automobile Manufacturers Fax: 919-549-4824
Association, or the Association des Constructeurs E-mail Address: info@mema.org
Européens d' Automobiles (ACEA), represents the Web Address: www.mema.org
automobile industry in Europe. The Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association
(MEMA) exclusively represents and serves
Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association of manufacturers of motor vehicle components, tools
Canada (JAMA Canada), and equipment, automotive chemicals and related
151 Bloor St. W, Ste. 460, products used in the production, repair and
Toronto, ON M5S 1S4 Canada maintenance of all classes of motor vehicles.
Phone: 416-968-0150
Fax: 416-968-7095
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National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) Transmission Rebuilders Network International


8400 Westpark Dr. (TRNI)
McLean, VA 22102 US 3851 E. Thunderbird Rd., Ste. 111-235
Phone: 703-821-7000 Phoenix, AZ 85032 US
Toll Free: 800-252-6232 Fax: 602-404-2719
E-mail Address: nadainfo@nada.org Toll Free: 888-582-8764
Web Address: www.nada.org E-mail Address: INFO@trannybuilder.com
The National Automobile Dealers Association Web Address: www.transbuilder.com
(NADA) represents more than 19,700 new car and Transmission Rebuilders Network International
truck dealers, both import and domestic, operating (TRNI) is a worldwide network of over 1,000
more than 43,000 separate franchises. transmission technicians, interacting on topics related
to transmission repair.
North American Automobile Trade Association
(NAATA) United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural
70 E. Beaver Creek Rd., Ste. 30 Implement Workers of America (UAW)
Richmond Hill, ON L4B 3B2 Canada 8000 E. Jefferson Ave.
Phone: 905-882-7040 Detroit, MI 48214 US
E-mail Address: naata@naata.org Phone: 313-926-5000
Web Address: www.naata.org Web Address: www.uaw.org
The North American Automobile Trade Association The United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural
(NAATA) is a non-profit organization of automobile Implement Workers of America (UAW) is a diverse
dealers that import and export vehicles across international union that represents workplaces
international borders. ranging from multinational corporations, small
manufacturers and state and local governments to
Special Vehicles and Transportation Equipment colleges and universities, hospitals and private non-
Association profit organizations.
1512 Michaud St.
Drummondville, QC J2C 7V3 Canada Used Car Dealers Association of Ontario (UCDA)
Fax: 819-472-6520 230 Norseman St.
Toll Free: 866-499-4494 Toronto, ON M8Z 6A2 Canada
E-mail Address: info@ametvs.com Phone: 416-231-2600
Web Address: www.ametvs.com Fax: 416-232-0775
The Special Vehicles and Transportation Equipment Toll Free: 800-268-2598
Association, or, in French, Association des E-mail Address: web@ucda.org
manufacturiers d’equipements de transport et de Web Address: www.ucda.org
vehicules speciaux (AMETVS), is a non-profit trade The Used Car Dealers Association of Ontario
organization of specialty vehicle and transportation (UCDA) is a nonprofit organization representing the
equipment manufacturers in Canada. interests of more than 4,400 used car dealers in the
Ontario, Canada area.
Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA)
P.O. Box 4910 IX. Automotive Industry Resources
Diamond Bar, CA 91765-0910 US
Phone: 909-396-0289 American Iron and Steel Institute
Fax: 909-860-1709 1140 Connecticut Ave., NW, Ste. 705
E-mail Address: sema@sema.org Washington, DC 20036 US
Web Address: www.sema.org Phone: 202-452-7100
Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) E-mail Address: webmaster@steel.org
members offer innovative specialty equipment Web Address: www.steel.org
products and services that enhance a vehicle's style, AISI provides an in-depth web site with statistics,
utility and performance. news, links and various other features geared to
members of the steel industry, as well as to students
and researchers.
Plunkett Research, Ltd. www.plunkettresearch.com

American Traffic Safety Services Institute (The) Fax: 248-358-3253


(ATSSA) E-mail Address: order_inquiry@aiag.org
15 Riverside Pkwy., Ste. 100 Web Address: www.aiag.org
Fredericksburg, VA 22406-1022 US The Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) is an
Phone: 540-368-1701 open forum for members to cooperate in developing
Fax: 540-368-1717 and promoting solutions that enhance the prosperity
Toll Free: 800-272-8772 of the automotive industry.
E-mail Address: jimb@atssa.com
Web Address: www.atssa.com Automotive Learning Center (ALC)
The American Traffic Safety Services Institute 1800 Crooks Rd.
(ATSSA) is an international trade association whose Troy, MI 48084 US
members provide pavement markings, signage, work Phone: 248-244-8920
zone traffic control devices and other safety features Web Address: www.plastics-car.org
on our nation's roadways. The Automotive Learning Center (ALC), sponsored
by the American Chemistry Council's Plastics
Auto University Division, strives to provide the automobile designer,
55 Brown Ave. stylist or engineer with up-to-the-minute research and
Butler, NJ 07405 US information on plastics applications in cars.
Fax: 831-789-0256
Toll Free: 800-344-4100 Autoremarketing.com
E-mail Address: shawn.ryder@autouniversity.com Westview at Weston
Web Address: www.autouniversity.com 301 Cascade Pointe Ln., Ste. 101
Part of the Ings Group, Auto University is a leading Cary, NC 27513 US
provider of privately accredited training for Fax: 919-674-6027
employees of automotive manufacturers and dealers. Toll Free: 800-608-7500
E-mail Address: scolby@autoremarketing.com
Automotive Design & Production Web Address: www.autoremarketing.com
705 S. Main St., Ste. 205 Autoremarketing.com is an online magazine devoted
Plymouth, MI 48170 US to the auto remarketing industry.
Phone: 734-416-9705
Fax: 734-416-9707 Classiccar.com
E-mail Address: mvohland@autofieldguide.com Spider Marketing, LLC
Web Address: www.automfg.com P.O. Box 551164
Automotive Design & Production is dedicated to the Dallas, TX 75355 US
automotive design industry, offering studies and Toll Free: 800-480-5080
reports, a magazine with online articles, a calendar of Web Address: www.classiccar.com
events, supply chain and electronics information and Classiccar.com, powered by Spider Marketing, LLC,
a forum. is an online forum for buying, selling and discussing
classic cars and their restoration.
Automotive Industries Online
Phone: 313-262-5702 ConceptCar
E-mail Address: enquiries@autoindustry.us P.O. Box 8208
Web Address: www.ai-online.com Colchester, CO3 3WU UK
Automotive Industries Online is a monthly E-mail Address: admin@conceptcar.co.uk
publication devoted to providing global coverage of Web Address: www.conceptcar.co.uk
all aspects of the automobile marketplace, with an ConceptCar is a web site devoted to car design,
emphasis on the people, products and processes that which provides books, email, message boards and a
shape the industry. search directory composed of hundreds of web sites.

Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) Diesel Technology Forum


26200 Lahser Rd., Ste. 200 5291 Corporate Dr., Ste. 102
Southfield, MI 48033-7100 US Frederick, MD 21703 US
Phone: 248-358-3570 Phone: 301-668-7230
Plunkett Research, Ltd. www.plunkettresearch.com

Fax: 301-668-7234 Motorplace.com, a part of The Cobalt Group, Inc., is


E-mail Address: dtf@dieselforum.org a leading provider of Internet-based automotive
Web Address: www.dieselforum.org products and services.
The Diesel Technology Forum, which was created by
companies in the diesel technology, fuel systems National Institute for Automotive Service
manufacturing and petroleum refining industries, Excellence (ASE)
aims to create a new dialogue and encourage the open 101 Blue Seal Dr., SE, Ste. 101
exchange of information on a range of issues Leesburg, VA 20175 US
concerning diesel technologies. Phone: 703-669-6600
Toll Free: 888-273-8378
DieselNet E-mail Address: webmaster@asecert.com
Ecopoint Inc. Web Address: www.ase.com
P.O. Box 47055 ASE's mission is to improve the quality of
Mississauga, ON L5K 2R2 Canada automotive service and repair through the voluntary
Phone: 905-990-0775 testing and certification of automotive technicians.
Fax: 905-990-0776
E-mail Address: consult2@dieselnet.com Sloan Automotive Laboratory
Web Address: www.dieselnet.com MIT, 77 Massachusetts Ave.
DieselNet is an online information service on diesel Rm. 31-153
emissions, emission control, diesel engines, fuels and Cambridge, MA 02139-4307 US
more. Ecopoint Inc. owns and publishes the site. Phone: 617-253-4529
Fax: 617-253-9433
International Motor Vehicle Program (IMVP) E-mail Address: kstryker@mit.edu
MIT Center for Technology, Policy, and Industrial Web Address: web.mit.edu/sloan-auto-lab
Development The Sloan Automotive Laboratory at MIT was
MIT E40-207, 1 Amherst St. founded in 1929 by Professor C.F. Taylor, with a
Cambridge, MA 02139-4307 US grant from Alfred P. Sloan, Jr., CEO of General
Phone: 617-253-8973 Motors, as a major laboratory for automotive
Fax: 617-253-7140 research in the US and the world. The goals of the
E-mail Address: ctpidcom@mit.edu Laboratory are to provide the fundamental
Web Address: imvp.mit.edu knowledge base for automotive engineering and to
The International Motor Vehicle Program (IMVP) is educate students to become technological leaders in
a research project, funded by leading global car the automotive industry.
makers as well as government agencies, focused on
enhancing automotive design and manufacturing United States Council For Automotive Research
methods. Through the program, more than 50 senior (USCAR)
scientists, management experts, social scientists and 1000 Town Center Dr., Ste. 300
engineers have conducted interdisciplinary Southfield, MI 48075 US
automotive research at more than 25 universities on Phone: 248-223-9000
six continents. The IMVP is based at the Center for Web Address: www.uscar.org
Technology, Policy, and Industrial Development The United States Council For Automotive Research
(CTPID) at the Massachusetts Institute of (USCAR) works to strengthen the technology base of
Technology (MIT). the domestic auto industry by leveraging the research
efforts of the companies in non-competitive areas.
Motorplace.com
The Cobalt Group, Inc. X. Automotive Magazines-Online
2200 1st Ave. S., Ste. 400
Seattle, WA 98134-1408 US Motor Trend Online
Phone: 206-269-6363 6420 Wilshire Blvd., 7th Fl.
Fax: 206-269-6350 Los Angeles, CA 90048-5515 US
E-mail Address: comments@MotorPlace.com Phone: 323-782-2220
Web Address: www2.motorplace.com Web Address: www.motortrend.com
Plunkett Research, Ltd. www.plunkettresearch.com

Motor Trend Online is an online magazine providing Industrial Fabrics Association International (IAFI) is
previews on cars, a buyer's guide and current a not-for-profit trade association that represents the
information on the auto industry. It is owned by New entire range of the specialty fabrics industry. It has
York-based Source Interlink Media, LLC. over 2,000 member companies.

Velocity Automotive Journal Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA)


P.O. Box 476 1400 K St., NW, Ste. 900
Crystal Lake, IL 60039-0476 US Washington, DC 20005 US
Web Address: www.velocityjournal.com Phone: 202-682-4800
Velocity Automotive Journal enables viewers to E-mail Address: info@rma.org
research all of the vehicles currently available in the Web Address: www.rma.org
U.S. domestic market. The group utilizes the The Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA) is the
Velocity Index tool, which measures 15 performance national trade association for the rubber products
and drivability criteria and computes them into one industry. Its members include more than 100
easy-to-compare number. companies that manufacture various rubber products,
such as tires, hoses, belts, seals, molded goods and
Ward's Auto other finished rubber products.
3000 Town Ctr., Ste. 2750
Southfield, MI 48075 US XII. Automotive Safety
Phone: 248-357-0800
Fax: 248-357-0810 Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS)
E-mail Address: wards@wardsauto.com 1005 N. Glebe Rd., Ste. 800
Web Address: www.wardsauto.com Arlington, VA 22201 US
Ward's Auto is a highly popular company that Phone: 703-247-1500
provides auto news and in-depth data, in addition to Fax: 703-247-1588
publishing magazines such as Ward's AutoWorld and E-mail Address: rrader@iihs.org
Ward's Dealer Business. Web Address: www.iihs.org
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) is
XI. Automotive Parts & Supplies an independent nonprofit scientific and educational
organization dedicated to reducing the numbers of
Automotive Industries Association of Canada deaths, injuries and property damage in crashes on
(AIA) U.S. highways.
1272 Wellington St. W.
Ottawa, ON K1Y 3A7 Canada SaferCar.gov
Fax: 613-728-6021 NHTSA Headquarters
Toll Free: 800-808-2920 1200 New Jersey Ave., SE, W. Bldg.
E-mail Address: info.aia@aiacanada.com Washington, DC 20590 US
Web Address: www.aiacanada.com Toll Free: 888-327-4236
The Automotive Industries Association of Canada E-mail Address: crash.test@dot.gov
(AIA) is a national trade organization representing Web Address: www.safercar.gov
the Canadian automotive repair, accessories and tools Safercar.gov offers crash test and rollover ratings for
aftermarket industry. all automobiles manufactured since 1990. It also
provides tools for checking for automobile recalls, to
Industrial Fabrics Association International look into ongoing investigations and to file vehicle
(IAFI) complaints. Additionally, safety information
1801 County Rd. B W regarding child safety seats, electronic stability
Roseville, MN 55113-4061 US control, tires, air bags, rollover prevention and hybrid
Phone: 651-222-2508 FAQs can all be found on the site. Safecar.gov is
Fax: 651-225-9334 operated by the National Highway Traffic Safety
Toll Free: 800-225-4324 Administration (NHTSA), a part of the U.S.
E-mail Address: generalinfo@ifai.com Department of Transportation (DOT).
Web Address: www.ifai.com
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XIII. Canadian Government Agencies Job Web


Nat'l Association of Colleges & Employers (NACE)
Canadian Energy Research Institute (CERI) 62 Highland Ave.
3512-33 St. NW, Ste. 150 Bethlehem, PA 18017-9085 US
Calgary, AB T2L 2A6 Canada Phone: 610-868-1421
Phone: 403-282-1231 Fax: 610-868-0208
Fax: 403-284-4181 Toll Free: 800-544-5272
E-mail Address: ceri@ceri.ca E-mail Address: editors@jobweb.com
Web Address: www.ceri.ca Web Address: www.jobweb.com
The Canadian Energy Research Institute (CERI) Job Web, owned and sponsored by National
represents various Canadian governmental Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE),
departments, the University of Calgary and over 100 displays job openings and employer descriptions. The
private sector energy-related companies. It seeks to site also offers a database of career fairs, searchable
provide analysis of energy economics and related by state or keyword, with contact information.
government issues in the fields of energy production,
transportation and consumption. MBAjobs.net
Springfield, MA, US
Industrial Materials Institute (IRI) Fax: 413-556-8849
75 de Mortagne Blvd. E-mail Address: contact@mbajobs.net
Boucherville, QC J4B 6Y4 Canada Web Address: www.mbajobs.net
Phone: 450-641-5000 MBAjobs.net is a unique international service for
Fax: 450-641-5102 MBA students and graduates, employers, recruiters
E-mail Address: Imi-Info@cnrc-nrc.gc.ca and business schools. The MBAjobs.net service is
Web Address: imi.cnrc-nrc.gc.ca provided by WebInfoCo.
The Industrial Materials Institute (IRI) is a branch of
Canada's National Research Council focusing its MonsterTRAK
research on advanced materials design used in the 11845 W. Olympic Blvd., Ste. 500
manufacture of industrial components. Los Angeles, CA 90064 US
Toll Free: 800-999-8725
E-mail Address: student.monstertrak@monster.com
XIV. Careers-First Time Jobs/New Grads Web Address: www.monstertrak.monster.com
MonsterTRAK features links to hundreds of
Black Collegian Online (The) university and college career centers across the U.S.
140 Carondelet St. with entry-level job listings categorized by industry.
New Orleans, LA 70130 US Major companies can also utilize MonsterTRAK.
Phone: 504-523-0154
Web Address: www.black-collegian.com National Association of Colleges and Employers
The Black Collegian Online features listings for job (NACE)
and internship opportunities, as well as other tools for 62 Highland Ave.
students of color; it is the web site of The Black Bethlehem, PA 18017-9085 US
Collegian Magazine, published by IMDiversity, Inc. Phone: 610-868-1421
The site includes a list of the top 100 minority Fax: 610-868-0208
corporate employers and an assessment of job Toll Free: 800-544-5272
opportunities. E-mail Address: mcollins@naceweb.org
Web Address: www.naceweb.org
Collegegrad.com, Inc. The National Association of Colleges and Employers
234 E. College Ave., Ste. 200 (NACE) is a premier U.S. organization representing
State College, PA 16801 US college placement offices and corporate recruiters
Phone: 262-375-6700 who focus on hiring new grads.
Web Address: www.collegegrad.com
Collegegrad.com offers in-depth resources for
college students and recent grads seeking entry-level
jobs.
Plunkett Research, Ltd. www.plunkettresearch.com

XV. Careers-General Job Listings Web Address: www.jobcentral.com


JobCentral, operated by the nonprofit
America's Job Bank DirectEmployers Association, Inc., links users
Toll Free: 877-348-0502 directly to hundreds of thousands of job opportunities
E-mail Address: info@careeronestop.org posted on the sites of participating employers, thus
Web Address: www.jobsearch.org bypassing the usual job search sites. This saves
America's Job Bank offers an extensive set of links to employers money and allows job seekers to access
job banks for each of the 50 states. Additionally, it many more job opportunities.
has aggregate salary information for a variety of job
titles across the U.S. LaborMarketInfo
Employment Dev. Dept., Labor Market Info. Div.
Career Exposure, Inc. Info. Services Div., 7000 Franklin Blvd., Ste. 1100
805 SW Broadway, Ste. 2250 Sacramento, CA 95823 US
Portland, OR 97205 US Phone: 916-262-2162
Phone: 503-221-7779 Fax: 916-262-2352
Fax: 503-221-7780 Web Address: www.labormarketinfo.edd.ca.gov
E-mail Address: lisam@mackenzie-marketing.com LaborMarketInfo, formerly the California
Web Address: www.careerexposure.com Cooperative Occupational Information System, is
Career Exposure, Inc. is an online career center and geared to providing job seekers and employers a wide
job placement service, with resources for employers, range of resources, namely the ability to find, access
recruiters and job seekers. and use labor market information and services. It
provides demographical statistics for employment on
CareerBuilder, Inc. both a local and regional level, as well as career
200 N. LaSalle St., Ste. 1100 searching tools for California residents. The web site
Chicago, IL 60601 US is sponsored by California's Employment
Phone: 773-527-3600 Development Office.
Toll Free: 800-638-4212
Web Address: www.careerbuilder.com Monster Worldwide, Inc.
CareerBuilder, Inc. focuses on the needs of 622 3rd Ave., 39th Fl.
companies and also provides a database of job New York, NY 10017 US
openings. The site has 1.5 million jobs posted by Phone: 212-351-7000
300,000 employers, and receives an average 23 Fax: 646-658-0541
million unique visitors monthly. The company also Toll Free: 800-666-7837
operates online career centers for 150 newspapers, E-mail Address: steve.sylven@monster.com
1,400 partners and other online portals such as Web Address: www.monsterworldwide.com
America Online. Resumes are sent directly to the Monster Worldwide, Inc. primarily operates
company, and applicants can set up a special e-mail Monster.com, an electronic career center that
account for job-seeking purposes. CareerBuilder is displays hundreds of thousands of job opportunities
primarily a joint venture between three newspaper in 36 countries worldwide. Job seekers can build and
giants: The McClatchy Company (which recently store a resume online and find job listings that match
acquired former partner Knight Ridder), Gannett Co., their profiles. Monster.com e-mails any resulting hits
Inc. and Tribune Company. In 2007, Microsoft once per week. Monster Worldwide also offers some
acquired a minority interest in CareerBuilder, Internet advertising services.
allowing the site to ally itself with MSN.
Recruiters Online Network
JobCentral 947 Essex Ln.
DirectEmployers Association, Inc. Medina, OH 44256 US
9002 N. Purdue Rd., Quad III, Ste. 100 Phone: 888-364-4667
Indianapolis, IN 46268 US Fax: 888-237-8686
Phone: 317-874-9000 E-mail Address: info@recruitersonline.com
Fax: 317-874-9100 Web Address: www.recruitersonline.com
Toll Free: 866-268-6206 The Recruiters Online Network provides job postings
E-mail Address: info@jobcentral.com from thousands of recruiters, Careers Online
Plunkett Research, Ltd. www.plunkettresearch.com

Magazine, a resume database, as well as other career allows posters to block resumes from being viewed
resources. by certain companies and provides a notification
service of new jobs.
True Careers, Inc.
Web Address: www.truecareers.com XVI. Careers-Job Reference Tools
True Careers, Inc. offers job listings and provides an
array of career resources. The company also offers a NewsVoyager
search of over 2 million scholarships. It is partnered Newspaper Association of America
with CareerBuilder.com, which powers its career 4401 Wilson Blvd., Ste. 900
information and resume posting functions. Arlington, VA 22203-1867 US
Phone: 571-366-1000
USAJOBS Fax: 571-366-1195
U.S. Office of Personnel Management E-mail Address: sally.clarke@naa.org
1900 E St. NW Web Address: www.newsvoyager.com
Washington, DC 20415 US NewsVoyager, a service of the Newspaper
Phone: 202-606-1800 Association of America (NAA), links individuals to
Web Address: usajobs.opm.gov local, national and international newspapers. Job
USAJOBS, a program of the U.S. Office of Personnel seekers can search through thousands of classified
Management, is the official job site for the U.S. sections.
Federal Government. It provides a comprehensive
list of U.S. government jobs, allowing users to search Vault.com, Inc.
for employment by location; agency; type of work, 150 W. 22nd St., 5th Fl.
using the Federal Government’s numerical New York, NY 10011 US
identification code, the General Schedule (GS) Phone: 212-366-4212
Series; or by senior executive positions. It also has a E-mail Address: feedback@staff.vault.com
special veterans’ employment section; an information Web Address: www.vault.com
center, offering resume and interview tips and other Vault.com, Inc. is a comprehensive career web site
useful information such as hiring trends and a for employers and employees, with job postings and
glossary of Federal terms; and allows users to create valuable information on a wide variety of industries.
a profile and post a resume. Vault gears many of its features toward MBAs. The
site has been recognized by Forbes and Fortune
Wall Street Journal - CareerJournal Magazines.
Wall Street Journal
200 Liberty St.
New York, NW 10281 US
XVII. Chemicals Industry Associations
Phone: 212-416-2000
E-mail Address: christine.mohan@dowjones.com Rubber Association of Canada
Web Address: online.wsj.com/careers 2000 Argentia Rd.
The Wall Street Journal's CareerJournal, an executive Plz. 4, Ste. 250
career site, features a job database with thousands of Mississauga, ON L5N 1W1 Canada
available positions; career news and employment Phone: 905-814-1714
related articles; and advice regarding resume writing, Fax: 905-814-1085
interviews, networking, office life and job hunting. E-mail Address: info@rubberassociation.ca
Web Address: www.rubberassociation.ca
Yahoo! HotJobs The Rubber Association of Canada is the national
45 W. 18th St., 6th Fl. association of rubber manufacturers and distributors
New York, NY 10011 US in Canada.
Phone: 646-351-5300
Web Address: hotjobs.yahoo.com XVIII. Corporate Information Resources
Yahoo! HotJobs, designed for experienced
professionals, employers and job seekers, is a Yahoo- bizjournals.com
owned site that provides company profiles, a resume 120 W. Morehead St., Ste. 400
posting service and a resume workshop. The site Charlotte, NC 28202 US
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Web Address: www.bizjournals.com Freeman, MO 64746 US


Bizjournals.com is the online media division of E-mail Address: admin_dave@techstocks.com
American City Business Journals, the publisher of Web Address: siliconinvestor.advfn.com
dozens of leading city business journals nationwide. Silicon Investor is focused on providing information
It provides access to research into the latest news about technology companies. The company's web site
regarding companies small and large. serves as a financial discussion forum and offers
quotes, profiles and charts.
Business Wire
44 Montgomery St., 39th Fl. XIX. Economic Data & Research
San Francisco, CA 94104 US
Phone: 415-986-4422 Eurostat
Fax: 415-788-5335 Phone: 32-2-299-9696
Toll Free: 800-227-0845 Toll Free: 800-6789-1011
Web Address: www.businesswire.com Web Address: epp.eurostat.ec.europa.eu
Business Wire offers news releases, industry- and Eurostat is the European Union's service that
company-specific news, top headlines, conference publishes a wide variety of comprehensive statistics
calls, IPOs on the Internet, media services and access on European industries, populations, trade,
to tradeshownews.com and BW Connect On-line agriculture, technology, environment and other
through its informative and continuously updated matters.
web site.
STAT-USA/Internet
Edgar Online, Inc. STAT-USA, HCHB, Rm. 4885
50 Washington St., 11th Fl. U.S. Department of Commerce
Norwalk, CT 06854 US Washington, DC 20230 US
Phone: 203-852-5666 Phone: 202-482-1986
Fax: 203-852-5667 Fax: 202-482-2164
Toll Free: 800-416-6651 Toll Free: 800-782-8872
E-mail Address: dcolgren@colcomgroup.com E-mail Address: statmail@esa.doc.gov
Web Address: www.edgar-online.com Web Address: www.stat-usa.gov
Edgar Online, Inc. is a gateway and search tool for STAT-USA/Internet offers daily economic news,
viewing corporate documents, such as annual reports statistical releases and databases relating to export
on Form 10-K, filed with the U.S. Securities and and trade, as well as the domestic economy. It is
Exchange Commission. provided by STAT-USA, which is an agency in the
Economics & Statistics Administration of the U.S.
PR Newswire Association LLC Department of Commerce. The site mainly consists
810 7th Ave., 32nd Fl. of two main databases, the State of the Nation
New York, NY 10019 US (SOTN), which focuses on the current state of the
Phone: 201-360-6700 U.S. economy; and the Global Business
Toll Free: 800-832-5522 Opportunities (GLOBUS) & the National Trade Data
E-mail Address: information@prnewswire.com Bank (NTDB), which deals with U.S. export
Web Address: www.prnewswire.com opportunities, global political/socio-economic
PR Newswire Association LLC provides conditions and other world economic issues.
comprehensive communications services for public
relations and investor relations professionals ranging
from information distribution and market intelligence
XX. Engineering Indices
to the creation of online multimedia content and
investor relations web sites. Users can also view Engineering Library
recent corporate press releases. The Association is Cornell University
owned by United Business Media plc. Carpenter Hall
Ithaca, NY 14853 US
Silicon Investor Phone: 607-255-5933
100 W. Main Fax: 607-255-0278
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Web Address: astech.library.cornell.edu/ast/engr American Society of Mechanical Engineers


Cornell University's Engineering Library web site has (ASME)
a number of resources concerning engineering 3 Park Ave.
research. New York, NY 10016-5990 US
Phone: 973-882-1170
XXI. Engineering, Research & Scientific Fax: 973-882-1717
Associations Toll Free: 800-843-2763
E-mail Address: infocentral@asme.org
Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Web Address: www.asme.org
630 5th Ave., Ste. 2550 The American Society of Mechanical Engineers
New York, NY 10111 US (ASME) offers quality programs and activities in
Phone: 212-649-1649 mechanical engineering. It also facilitates the
Fax: 212-757-5117 development and application of technology in areas
Web Address: www.sloan.org of interest to the mechanical engineering profession.
The Alfred P. Sloan Foundation funds science and
technology, economic performance, education, American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE)
national issues and civics programs through research Customer Service
fellowships and grants. 1800 E. Oakton St.
Des Plaines, IL 60018 US
American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Phone: 847-699-2929
1819 L St. NW, 6th Fl. Fax: 847-768-3434
Washington, DC 20036 US E-mail Address: customerservice@asse.org
Phone: 202-293-8020 Web Address: www.asse.org
Fax: 202-293-9287 The American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) is
E-mail Address: info@ansi.org the world's oldest and largest professional safety
Web Address: www.ansi.org organization. It manages, supervises and consults on
The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) is safety, health and environmental issues in industry,
a private, nonprofit organization that administers and insurance, government and education.
coordinates the U.S. voluntary standardization and
conformity assessment system. Its mission is to ASM International
enhance both the global competitiveness of U.S. 9639 Kinsman Rd.
business and the quality of life by promoting and Materials Park, OH 44073-0002 US
facilitating voluntary consensus standards and Phone: 440-338-5151 x0
conformity assessment systems and safeguarding Fax: 440-338-4634
their integrity. Toll Free: 800-336-5152
E-mail Address:
American Society for Testing & Materials customerservice@asminternational.org
(ASTM) Web Address: www.asminternational.org
100 Barr Harbor Dr. ASM International is a worldwide network of
P.O. Box C700 materials engineers, aimed at advancing industry,
West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959 US technology and applications of metals and materials.
Phone: 610-832-9500
Fax: 610-832-9555 FISITA (International Federation of Automotive
E-mail Address: service@astm.org Engineering Societies)
Web Address: www.astm.org 30 Percy St.
The American Society for Testing & Materials London, W1T 2DB UK
(ASTM) provides and develops voluntary consensus Phone: 44 (0) 20 7299 6630
standards and related technical information, and Fax: 44 (0) 20 7299 6633
services that promote public health and safety. It also Web Address: www.fisita.com
contributes to the reliability of materials, as well as, The Fédération Internationale des Sociétés
providing technical standards for industries d'Ingénieurs des Techniques de l'Automobile
worldwide. (FISITA) was founded in Paris in 1948 with the
purpose of bringing engineers from around the world
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Chapter 4

THE AUTOMOBILE 400:


WHO THEY ARE AND HOW THEY WERE
CHOSEN
Includes Indexes by Company Name, Industry & Location,
And a Complete Table of Sales, Profits and Ranks

The companies chosen to be listed in 1) Generally, these are corporations based in the
PLUNKETT’S AUTOMOBILE INDUSTRY U.S., however, the headquarters of 145 firms are
ALMANAC comprise a unique list. THE located in other nations.
AUTOMOBILE 400 (the actual count is 416 2) Prominence, or a significant presence, in
companies) were chosen specifically for their automotive and supporting fields. (See the
dominance in the many facets of the automotive following Industry Codes section for a complete
industry in which they operate. Complete information list of types of businesses that are covered).
about each firm can be found in the “Individual 3) The companies in THE AUTOMOBILE 400 do
Profiles,” beginning at the end of this chapter. These not have to be exclusively in the automotive
profiles are in alphabetical order by company name. field.
THE AUTOMOBILE 400 includes leading 4) Financial data and vital statistics must have been
companies from all parts of the United States as well available to the editors of this book, either
as many other nations, and from all automobile and directly from the company being written about or
related industry segments: manufacturers; from outside sources deemed reliable and
dealerships; financial services; and many others, accurate by the editors. A small number of
including makers of trucks and specialty vehicles. companies that we would like to have included
Simply stated, the list contains 416 of the largest, are not listed because of a lack of sufficient,
most successful, fastest growing firms in the objective data.
automotive and related industries in the world. To be
included in our list, the firms had to meet the
following criteria:
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INDEXES TO THE AUTOMOBILE 400, AS FOUND IN INDUSTRY LIST, WITH CODES


THIS CHAPTER AND IN THE BACK OF THE BOOK:
This book refers to the following list of unique
Industry Codes p. 89
Index of Rankings Within Industry Groups p. 91
industry codes, based on the 1997 NAIC code
Alphabetical Index p. 101 system (NAIC is used by many analysts as a
Index of Headquarters Location by U.S. State p. 105 replacement for older SIC codes because NAIC is
Index of Non-U.S. Headquarters Location by Country p. 108 more specific to today’s industry sectors).
Index by Regions of the U.S. Where the Firms Have Companies profiled in this book are given a
Locations p. 111
Index by Firms with Operations Outside the U.S. p. 121 primary NAIC code, reflecting the main line of
Index of Firms Noted as “Hot Spots for business of each firm.
Advancement” for Women/Minorities p. 542
Index by Subsidiaries, Brand Names and Selected Energy
Affiliations p. 543
Manufacturing, Electrical
335910 Battery Manufacturing

Entertainment

Toys, Sporting Goods & Miscellaneous


Manufacturing
336991 Motorcycle, Bicycle, & Parts Manufacturing
336999 Snowmobile Manufacturing
Publishing
511130 Books, Publishing
Broadcasting
513111A Radio Broadcasting via Satellite

Financial Services

Banking, Credit & Finance


522220 Financing--Automobiles
522220A Financing--Business
522310A Mortgages, Online
Stocks & Investments
523910 Venture Capital/Private Equity Investments
Insurance
524126 Insurance-Property & Casualty

Health Care

Health Products, Manufacturing


339113 Medical/Dental/Surgical Equipment &
Supplies, Manufacturing

InfoTech

Computers & Electronics Manufacturing


334310 Audio & Video Equipment, Consumer
Electronics
Software
511215 Computer Software, Product Lifecycle,
Engineering, Design & CAD
Information & Data Processing Services
514199A Online Automobile Sales Referrals
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Manufacturing Transportation

Chemicals Transportation-Manufacturing of
325000 Chemicals, Manufacturing Equipment
325510 Paints & Coatings, Manufacturing 336111 Automobiles, Manufacturing
Plastics & Rubber 336120 Trucks, RVs & Misc. Automotive,
326100 Plastic Products, Manufacturing Manufacturing
326200 Rubber Products & Tires Manufacturing 336211 Motor Vehicle Body Manufacturing
Nonmetallic Minerals/Rock/Aggregate 336214 Travel Trailer & Camper Manufacturing
327210 Glass, Manufacturing 336300 Automobile Parts Manufacturing
327999 Ceramic Materials, Fibers & Substrates Aerospace
Fabricated Metals 336410 Aerospace & Aircraft Related Manufacturing
332311 Prefabricated Metal Building & Component Truck
Manufacturing 484200 Truck Transportation-Specialized
336350 Automobile Transmission & Power Train 532111 Automobile, Rental/Leasing
Parts Manufacturing 532120 Trucks, Rental/Leasing
Machinery & Manufacturing Equipment
333000 Machinery, Manufacturing Wholesale Distribution-Other
333410 Ventilation, Heating & Air-Conditioning
Manufacturing Distribution-Durable Goods
Electrical Equipment, Appliances, Tools 421110 Automobiles, Distribution
335000 Electrical Equipment, Manufacturing 422600 Chemicals & Plastics, Distribution
335313 Electrical Switches, Sensors, MEMS, 423110 Automobile & Other Motor Vehicle
Optomechanicals Merchant, Wholesale Distribution
423120 Automobile Parts, Wholesale Distribution
Retailing

Automobiles & Parts Stores


441110 Auto Dealers, Retail
441300 Tire Stores
441310 Auto Parts Stores
Department & Discount Stores
452110 Department Stores
452910 Discount Stores
Miscellaneous Retailers
453998 Auctions, Retail

Services

Consulting & Professional Services


541330 Engineering & Facilities Support Services
541810A Advertising/Marketing--Online
541910 Market Research
Management
551110 Management of Companies & Enterprises
Automotive Services
811100 Automotive Repair & Maintenance
811191 Automotive Oil Change & Lubrication Shops

Telecommunications

Telecommunications Equipment
334290 Security, Detection & Intercom System
Manufacturing
Telecommunications
513300D Telecommunications & Internet Services-
Specialty
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INDEX OF RANKINGS WITHIN INDUSTRY GROUPS


2007 2007
Company Industry Sales Sales Profits Profits
Code (U.S. $ thousands) Rank (U.S. $ thousands) Rank
Advertising/Marketing--Online
COBALT GROUP 541810A
Aerospace & Aircraft Related Manufacturing
SEQUA CORP 336410
Auctions
KAR HOLDINGS INC 453998
Audio & Video Equipment, Consumer Electronics
CLARION CO LTD 334310 1,683,700 1 -7,300 1
Auto Dealers, Retail
AMERICA'S CAR-MART INC 441110 240,334 14 4,232 10
ANCIRA ENTERPRISES 441110 232,500 15
ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP 441110 5,712,967 7 50,955 8
AUTONATION INC 441110 17,691,500 1 278,700 2
BILL HEARD ENTERPRISES 441110
BOB ROHRMAN AUTO GROUP 441110
BRAMAN MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION 441110
BROWN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP 441110
BURT AUTOMOTIVE NETWORK 441110
CARMAX GROUP 441110 8,199,600 5 182,000 3
CHAPMAN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP 441110
CONTINENTAL MOTORS GROUP 441110
DARCARS AUTOMOTIVE GROUP 441110 282,200 13
DAVID MCDAVID AUTO GROUP 441110
DAVID WILSON'S AUTOMOTIVE GROUP 441110
DRIVETIME AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC 441110
EARNHARDT'S AUTO CENTERS 441110
ELDER AUTOMOTIVE GROUP 441110
FAULKNER ORGANIZATION 441110
FLETCHER JONES MANAGEMENT GROUP INC 441110
GALPIN MOTORS INC 441110 198,900 16
GROUP 1 AUTOMOTIVE INC 441110 6,392,997 6 67,952 6
HENDRICK AUTOMOTIVE GROUP 441110
HERB CHAMBERS COMPANIES 441110 70,800 19
HITCHCOCK AUTOMOTIVE GROUP 441110
HOLMAN ENTERPRISES 441110
HOMETOWN AUTO RETAILERS 441110
INCHCAPE PLC 441110 12,020,000 3 350,000 1
JIM KOONS AUTOMOTIVE COMPANIES INC 441110
JORDAN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP 441110
KELLEY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP 441110
LARRY H MILLER GROUP 441110
LITHIA MOTORS INC 441110 3,219,001 8 21,549 9
LUPIENT AUTOMOTIVE GROUP 441110
MAJOR AUTOMOTIVE COMPANIES INC 441110
MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS 441110
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Company Industry Sales Sales Profits Profits
Code (U.S. $ thousands) Rank (U.S. $ thousands) Rank
MORSE OPERATIONS INC 441110
OURISMAN AUTOMOTIVE ENTERPRISES 441110
PENSKE AUTOMOTIVE GROUP 441110 12,957,739 2 127,739 4
PHIL LONG DEALERSHIPS INC 441110
POTAMKIN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP 441110
RICART AUTOMOTIVE INC 441110 152,300 17
RIZZA AUTOMOTIVE GROUP 441110
ROSENTHAL AUTOMOTIVE ORGANIZATION 441110
RUSH ENTERPRISES INC 441110 2,030,779 10 51,492 7
RUSS DARROW GROUP INC 441110 147,300 18
RYBROOK HOLDINGS LIMITED 441110 3,032,000 9 -334,000 11
RYGOR GROUP LTD 441110
SAM SWOPE AUTO GROUP INC 441110 434,300 12
SANSONE AUTO NETWORK 441110
SANTA MONICA FORD LINCOLN MERCURY 441110
SHEEHY AUTO STORES 441110
SONIC AUTOMOTIVE INC 441110 8,336,933 4 95,502 5
SPITZER MANAGEMENT INC 441110
SYTNER GROUP PLC 441110
TORESCO ENTERPRISES INC 441110
TUTTLE-CLICK AUTOMOTIVE GROUP 441110 677,500 11
VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA INC 441110
VT INC 441110
Auto Parts Stores
ADVANCE AUTO PARTS INC 441310 4,844,404 3 238,317 3
AUTOZONE INC 441310 6,169,804 2 595,672 1
CARQUEST CORP 441310
GENUINE PARTS COMPANY 441310 10,843,195 1 506,339 2
O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE INC 441310 2,522,319 4 193,988 4
PEP BOYS-MANNY MOE & JACK 441310 2,243,855 5 -2,549 5
Automobile Parts Manufacturing
ABC GROUP 336300
ADVANCED ACCESSORY SYSTEMS LLC 336300
AG SIMPSON AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS 336300 153,600 77
AISAN INDUSTRY CO LTD 336300 1,469,996 41 27,593 36
AISIN SEIKI CO LTD 336300 23,786,100 5 668,900 7
ALPS AUTOMOTIVE INC 336300
AMERICAN AXLE & MANUFACTURING
HOLDINGS 336300 3,248,200 30 37,000 33
AMERIGON INC 336300 63,630 82 7,375 44
APPLIED INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGIES INC 336300 2,014,109 35 86,022 27
ARVINMERITOR INC 336300 6,449,000 20 -219,000 59
AUTOCAM CORPORATION 336300
AUTOLIV INC 336300 6,770,000 18 290,000 9
BENTELER GROUP 336300 9,479,470 14 210,240 15
BERU AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT 336300 662,400 59 43,700 31
BREMBO SPA 336300 1,448,500 42 94,300 24
CALSONIC KANSEI CORP 336300 6,727,400 19 1,500 48
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Company Industry Sales Sales Profits Profits
Code (U.S. $ thousands) Rank (U.S. $ thousands) Rank
CARLISLE COMPANIES INC 336300 2,876,383 32 215,637 14
CLARCOR INC 336300 921,191 49 90,659 25
COMMERCIAL VEHICLE GROUP INC (CVG) 336300 696,786 56 -3,251 50
COMPAGNIE PLASTIC OMNIUM 336300 3,973,900 27 73,000 29
CUMMINS FILTRATION 336300 280,300 71
CUMMINS INC 336300 13,048,000 11 739,000 6
DANA HOLDINGS CORP 336300 8,721,000 15 -551,000 62
DELPHI CORP 336300 22,300,000 6 -2,300,000 63
DENSO CORPORATION 336300 30,590,678 3 1,738,729 2
DORMAN PRODUCTS INC 336300 327,725 70 19,193 39
EAGLE OTTAWA LEATHER CO 336300 548,900 63
EAGLEPICHER CORPORATION 336300 119,000 80
EAST PENN MANUFACTURING 336300
EATON CORP 336300 13,033,000 12 994,000 5
EDELBROCK CORPORATION 336300
FAURECIA SA 336300 18,991,100 7 -356,200 60
FEDERAL MOGUL CORP 336300 6,913,900 17 1,412,300 3
FEDERAL SIGNAL CORP 336300 1,268,100 43 34,000 34
FINDLAY INDUSTRIES INC 336300
FISHER & COMPANY INC 336300
FUEL SYSTEMS SOLUTIONS INC 336300 265,331 72 5,883 45
GENTEK INC 336300 608,219 62 29,767 35
GENTEX CORPORATION 336300 653,933 60 122,130 22
GEORG FISCHER LTD 336300 4,452,000 25 229,700 11
GKN PLC 336300 7,680,000 16 390,000 8
GUIDE CORP 336300
HAYES LEMMERZ INTERNATIONAL INC 336300 1,796,800 38 -166,900 58
HELLA KGAA HUECK & CO. 336300
HILITE INTERNATIONAL 336300 145,400 78
INERGY AUTOMOTIVE 336300
INTERMET CORPORATION 336300
JASON INCORPORATED 336300 385,900 68
JOHNSON CONTROLS INC 336300 34,524,000 2 1,252,000 4
KEY PLASTICS LLC 336300 673,000 58
KEY SAFETY SYSTEMS INC 336300
KOITO MANUFACTURING CO 336300 4,282,900 26 141,800 20
KOLBENSCHMIDT PIERBURG 336300 5,876,380 23 220,090 12
LACKS ENTERPRISES INC 336300 172,400 74
LEAR CORP 336300 15,995,000 8 241,500 10
LINAMAR CORP 336300 2,197,900 34 103,900 23
LKQ CORP 336300 1,126,825 45 65,901 30
LUND INTERNATIONAL INC 336300 116,100 81
MAGNA DONNELLY 336300
MAGNA INTERNATIONAL INC 336300 26,067,000 4
MAGNETI MARELLI HOLDING 336300
MCLAREN PERFORMANCE TECHNOLOGIES 336300
MERIDIAN AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS INC 336300 650,800 61
METALDYNE CORP 336300 1,817,369 37 -45,806 57
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Company Industry Sales Sales Profits Profits
Code (U.S. $ thousands) Rank (U.S. $ thousands) Rank
MILLER INDUSTRIES INC 336300 400,032 66 16,331 41
MODINE MANUFACTURING CO 336300 1,757,472 39 42,332 32
MONTUPET SA 336300 721,700 55 -11,800 55
MOTORCAR PARTS OF AMERICA INC 336300 136,323 79 -2,475 49
NEWCOR INC 336300
NIHON PLAST CO LTD 336300 923,800 48 20,400 38
NIPPON PISTON RING CO LTD 336300 482,900 65 4,900 46
NOBLE INTERNATIONAL LTD 336300 872,096 50 -6,860 52
NYX INC 336300
ORBITAL CORPORATION LTD 336300 12,600 83
PANASONIC EV ENERGY CO 336300 539,300 64
PETERSON MANUFACTURING 336300
PLASTECH ENGINEERED PRODUCTS 336300 1,070,000 46
PROLIANCE INTERNATIONAL 336300 393,942 67 -16,804 56
REMY INTERNATIONAL INC 336300 1,129,000 44
RHEINMETALL AG 336300 5,967,500 22 216,100 13
RIETER HOLDING LTD 336300 3,484,200 29 181,400 17
ROBERT BOSCH GMBH 336300 72,214,300 1 4,443,240 1
SANLUIS CORPORACION SAB DE CV 336300 788,000 53
SOGEFI SPA 336300 1,661,200 40 80,900 28
SPARTAN MOTORS INC 336300 681,922 57 24,504 37
SPECIAL DEVICES INC 336300
SPECTRA PREMIUM INDUSTRIES INC 336300
STANADYNE CORPORATION 336300
STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS 336300 790,185 52 2,275 47
STONERIDGE INC 336300 727,120 54 16,671 40
STRATTEC SECURITY CORP 336300 167,707 75 8,183 43
SUPERIOR INDUSTRIES INTERNATIONAL INC 336300 956,892 47 9,292 42
TELEFLEX INC 336300 1,934,332 36 146,484 19
TENNECO INC 336300 6,184,000 21 -5,000 51
TITAN INTERNATIONAL INC 336300 837,021 51 -7,247 53
TOKAI RIKA CO LTD 336300 3,674,680 28 162,790 18
TOWER AUTOMOTIVE LLC 336300 3,000,000 31
TOYODA GOSEI CO LTD 336300 5,027,145 24 135,059 21
TRW AUTOMOTIVE HOLDINGS 336300 14,702,000 9 90,000 26
UNIPART GROUP OF COMPANIES 336300 2,281,800 33
VALEO 336300 13,150,000 10 210,000 16
VISTEON CORPORATION 336300 11,266,000 13 -372,000 61
WANXIANG AMERICA CORP 336300 160,000 76
WANXIANG GROUP CORP 336300
WESCAST INDUSTRIES INC 336300 382,700 69 -11,400 54
YAZAKI NORTH AMERICA INC 336300 191,500 73
Automobile Parts, Wholesale Distribution
AMERICAN TIRE DISTRIBUTORS 423120
COAST DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM 423120 164,293 3 215 3
HAHN AUTOMOTIVE WAREHOUSE INC 423120 140,300 4
KEYSTONE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRIES INC 423120 713,955 2 30,324 2
UNI-SELECT INC 423120 1,144,900 1 40,000 1
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2007 2007
Company Industry Sales Sales Profits Profits
Code (U.S. $ thousands) Rank (U.S. $ thousands) Rank
Automobile Transmission & Power Train Parts Manufacturing
ATC TECHNOLOGY CORP 336350 530,706 4 39,607 2
BORGWARNER INC 336350 5,328,600 2 288,500 1
JL FRENCH AUTOMOTIVE CASTINGS 336350 293,000 5
STACKPOLE LIMITED CO 336350 192,100 6
TI AUTOMOTIVE 336350 1,500,000 3
ZF FRIEDRICHSHAFEN AG 336350 18,618,100 1
Automobile, Rental/Leasing
ADA 532111
AVIS EUROPE PLC 532111 1,950,400 4 4,400 3
DOLLAR THRIFTY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC 532111 1,760,791 5 1,215 4
DONLEN CORPORATION 532111
ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR 532111 9,500,000 1
HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS INC 532111 8,685,600 2 264,500 1
RENT-A-WRECK OF AMERICA 532111
SIXT AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT 532111 2,306,200 3 137,500 2
VANGUARD CAR RENTAL USA 532111
Automobile, Used Car Distribution
ADESA INC 423110
COPART INC 423110 560,680 1 136,338 1
Automobiles, Distribution
AUDI OF AMERICA INC 421110
BMW OF NORTH AMERICA LLC 421110
EDARAN OTOMOBIL NASIONAL BERHAD 421110 566,500 2 18,300 1
GULF STATES TOYOTA INC 421110
HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA 421110
ISUZU MOTORS AMERICA INC 421110
JM FAMILY ENTERPRISES 421110 12,200,000 1
SAAB CARS USA INC 421110
VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA INC 421110
Automobiles, Manufacturing
ADAM OPEL AG 336111
AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO 336111
ASTON MARTIN LAGONDA LTD 336111 515,400 34
AUDI AG 336111 49,417,000 13 2,431,400 10
AUTOALLIANCE INTERNATIONAL 336111 446,700 35
AUTOMOBILI LAMBORGHINI HOLDING SPA 336111
AVTOVAZ OAO 336111
BENTLEY MOTORS 336111
BETTER PLACE 336111
BMW (BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE AG) 336111 64,640,000 12 3,780,000 8
BMW MANUFACTURING CORP 336111
BRILLIANCE CHINA AUTOMOTIVE HOLDINGS
LTD 336111 2,067,100 29 14,190 24
CAMI AUTOMOTIVE INC 336111
CHRYSLER CANADA INC 336111
CHRYSLER LLC 336111 49,000,000 14 1,623,443 11
DAIHATSU MOTOR CO LTD 336111 14,897,800 21 316,000 20
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2007 2007
Company Industry Sales Sales Profits Profits
Code (U.S. $ thousands) Rank (U.S. $ thousands) Rank
DAIMLER AG 336111 156,056,400 5 6,247,000 3
DONGFENG MOTOR CORP 336111
FERRARI SPA 336111
FIAT SPA 336111 91,890,500 7 3,066,200 9
FIRST AUTOMOTIVE GROUP 336111
FORD MOTOR CO 336111 172,455,000 4 -2,723,000 26
FORD MOTOR COMPANY OF CANADA 336111
FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD (SUBARU) 336111 14,948,200 20 319,000 19
GAZ GROUP 336111
GENERAL MOTORS CORP (GM) 336111 181,122,000 2 -38,732,000 27
GENERAL MOTORS OF CANADA 336111
GM DAEWOO AUTO AND TECHNOLOGY CO 336111
GM HOLDEN LTD 336111 4,891,300 28
GROUP LOTUS PLC 336111
HONDA MOTOR CO LTD 336111 94,240,700 6 5,034,700 5
HONDA OF AMERICA MFG INC 336111 1,889,200 30
HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY 336111 68,740,000 10 1,360,000 12
ISUZU MOTORS LTD 336111 14,101,600 22
JAGUAR CARS LTD 336111
JARDINE CYCLE AND CARRIAGE 336111 8,895,600 25 340,100 18
KIA MOTORS CORPORATION 336111 15,669,400 18 13,330 25
LAND ROVER 336111
MARUTI SUZUKI INDIA LIMITED 336111
MAYBACH 336111
MAZDA MOTOR CORPORATION 336111 27,640,000 15 630,000 16
MERCEDES-BENZ USA LLC 336111
MITSUBISHI MOTORS CORP 336111 22,028,700 17 87,500 21
MORGAN MOTOR COMPANY 336111
NEW UNITED MOTOR MANUFACTURING INC 336111
NISSAN MOTOR CO LTD 336111 88,717,000 8 3,905,000 7
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA INC 336111
ORION BUS INDUSTRIES 336111 110,600 36
PACCAR INC 336111 15,221,700 19 1,227,300 13
PININFARINA SPA 336111
PORSCHE AUTOMOBIL HOLDING SE 336111 10,090,000 23 5,720,000 4
PROTON HOLDINGS BERHAD 336111 1,686,500 31 55,400 22
PSA PEUGEOT CITROEN SA 336111 87,585,724 9
PT ASTRA INTERNATIONAL TBK 336111 7,621,190 26 707,960 14
RENAULT SA 336111 64,891,000 11 4,360,950 6
ROLLS ROYCE MOTOR CAR LTD 336111
SAAB AUTOMOBILE AB 336111
SAIC-GM-WULING AUTOMOBILE 336111 1,685,100 32
SALEEN INC 336111
SATURN CORP 336111
SEAT SA 336111 9,154,000 24
SHANGHAI AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY CORP
(SAIC) 336111
SKODA AUTO AS 336111
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2007 2007
Company Industry Sales Sales Profits Profits
Code (U.S. $ thousands) Rank (U.S. $ thousands) Rank
SMART GMBH 336111
SSANGYONG MOTOR CO 336111
SUZUKI MOTOR CORPORATION 336111 26,799,405 16 635,394 15
TATA MOTORS LIMITED 336111 7,270,000 27 500,000 17
TESLA MOTORS INC 336111
TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION 336111 185,752,000 1 13,927,000 1
VAUXHALL MOTORS LTD 336111
VOLKSWAGEN AG 336111 173,473,000 3 6,566,350 2
VOLVO CAR CORPORATION 336111
WABASH NATIONAL CORP 336111 1,102,544 33 16,285 23
YULON MOTOR CO LTD 336111
Automotive Oil Change & Lubrication Shops
LUCOR INC 811191 100,500 1
Automotive Repair & Maintenance
AAMCO TRANSMISSIONS INC 811100
CALIBER HOLDINGS CORP 811100
EARL SCHEIB INC 811100 46,215 4 -2,043 3
MAACO ENTERPRISES INC 811100
MIDAS INC 811100 180,000 2 13,300 2
MONRO MUFFLER BRAKE INC 811100 417,226 1 21,921 1
STERLING AUTOBODY CENTERS 811100
ZIEBART INTERNATIONAL CORP 811100 114,000 3
Battery Manufacturing
INTERSTATE BATTERY SYSTEM OF AMERICA 335910
Books, Publishing
CENGAGE LEARNING 511130
Ceramic Materials, Fibers & Substrates
CERADYNE 327999 756,835 1 144,265 1
Chemicals & Plastics, Distribution
FINISHMASTER INC 422600 466,626 1 14,934 1
Chemicals, Manufacturing
E I DU PONT DE NEMOURS & CO (DUPONT) 325000 29,378,000 1 2,988,000 1
Computer Software, Product Lifecycle, Engineering, Design & CAD
NAVTEQ CORPORATION 511215 853,387 1 172,950 1
Department Stores
SEARS HOLDINGS CORP 452110 53,012,000 1 1,490,000 1
Discount Stores
WAL-MART STORES INC 452910 344,992,000 1 11,284,000 1
Electrical Equipment, Manufacturing
SIEMENS AG 335000 115,406,000 1 3,535,760 1
Electrical Switches, Sensors, MEMS, Optomechanicals
ALPS ELECTRIC CO LTD 335313 6,798,000 1 47,200 1
Engineering & Facilities Support Services
ASC INCORPORATED 541330
Financing--Automobiles
CHRYSLER FINANCIAL SERVICES LLC 522220
CONSUMER PORTFOLIO SERVICES INC 522220 394,550 4 13,858 3
CREDIT ACCEPTANCE CORP 522220 239,927 5 54,916 2
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Company Industry Sales Sales Profits Profits
Code (U.S. $ thousands) Rank (U.S. $ thousands) Rank
DAIMLER FINANCIAL SERVICES 522220
FIRST INVESTORS FINANCIAL SERVICES
GROUP INC 522220 62,540 6 3,192 4
FORD MOTOR CREDIT CO 522220 18,638,000 2
GMAC FINANCIAL SERVICES 522220 21,187,000 1 -2,332,000 5
MERCEDES-BENZ CREDIT 522220
ONYX ACCEPTANCE CORP 522220
TOYOTA MOTOR CREDIT CORP 522220 7,296,000 3 432,000 1
Financing--Business
FINANCIAL FEDERAL CORP 522220A 191,254 1 50,050 1
Glass, Manufacturing
ASAHI GLASS COMPANY LTD 327210 15,030,000 1 620,000 1
GUARDIAN INDUSTRIES CORP 327210
PILKINGTON PLC 327210
Insurance--Property & Casualty
ALLSTATE CORPORATION 524126 36,769,000 2 4,636,000 2
GEICO CORPORATION 524126 11,806,000 4
GMAC INSURANCE HOLDINGS 524126
PROGRESSIVE CORPORATION 524126 14,686,800 3 1,182,500 3
STATE FARM INSURANCE COMPANIES 524126 61,611,600 1 5,463,700 1
Machinery, Manufacturing
ASV INC 333000
ATS AUTOMATION TOOLING SYSTEMS INC 333000 700,075 6 -85,015 6
CATERPILLAR INC 333000 44,958,000 1 3,541,000 1
DEERE & CO 333000 24,082,200 2 1,821,700 2
DEUTZ AG 333000 2,271,100 4 273,100 3
KAWASAKI HEAVY INDUSTRIES 333000 12,182,395 3 252,113 4
PARK-OHIO HOLDINGS CORP 333000 1,071,441 5 21,197 5
Management of Companies & Enterprises
TATA GROUP 551110 28,500,000 1
Market Research
JD POWER & ASSOCIATES 541910
Medical/Dental/Surgical Equipment & Supplies, Manufacturing
3M COMPANY 339113 24,462,000 1 4,096,000 1
Mortgages--Online
LENDINGTREE LLC 522310A 356,200 1 -42,700 1
Motor Vehicle Body Manufacturing
ACCURIDE CORPORATION 336211 1,013,686 5 -8,639 6
JB POINDEXTER & CO INC 336211 792,200 6 -800 5
KANTO AUTO WORKS LTD 336211 6,886,800 2 75,400 3
NISSAN SHATAI CO LTD 336211 5,576,100 3 166,300 1
SUPREME INDUSTRIES INC 336211 313,273 7 4,164 4
TOYOTA AUTO BODY CO LTD 336211 13,181,800 1 122,300 2
WAGON PLC 336211 1,422,300 4 -10,700 7
Motorcycle, Bicycle, & Parts Manufacturing
DUCATI MOTOR HOLDING SPA 336991 624,400 3 20,800 3
GLOBAL MOTORSPORT GROUP 336991
HARLEY-DAVIDSON INC 336991 5,726,848 2 933,843 1
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Company Industry Sales Sales Profits Profits
Code (U.S. $ thousands) Rank (U.S. $ thousands) Rank
LDI LTD 336991 427,100 4
PIAGGIO & C SPA 336991
SEGWAY LLC 336991
STELLICAN LTD 336991
YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD 336991 15,700,000 1 640,000 2
ZAP 336991 5,712 5 -28,006 4
Online Automobile Sales Referrals
AUTOBYTEL INC 514199A 84,385 2 -5,355 2
INTERNET BRANDS INC 514199A 89,889 1 311 1
Paints & Coatings, Manufacturing
PPG INDUSTRIES INC 325510 11,206,000 1 834,000 1
Plastic Products, Manufacturing
SIEGEL-ROBERT INC 326100 523,000 2
TRELLEBORG AB 326100 5,237,700 1 139,600 1
Prefabricated Metal Building & Component Manufacturing
SKYLINE CORPORATION 332311 365,473 1 2,593 1
Radio Broadcasting via Satellite
SIRIUS XM RADIO INC 513111A 922,066 1 -565,252 1
Rubber Products & Tires Manufacturing
BRIDGESTONE BANDAG LLC 326200
BRIDGESTONE CORPORATION 326200 30,310,000 1 1,180,000 3
COMPAGNIE GENERALE DES
ETABLISSEMENTS MICHELIN 326200 26,348,800 2 1,205,980 2
CONTINENTAL AG 326200 24,260,000 3 1,490,000 1
COOPER TIRE & RUBBER CO 326200 2,035,623 7 -9,356 6
GOODYEAR TIRE & RUBBER CO 326200 19,644,000 4 602,000 4
HANKOOK TIRE CO LTD 326200
KUMHO TIRE CO LTD 326200 1,861,890 8 -22,230 7
MARANGONI SPA 326200
PIRELLI AND C SPA 326200 6,390,000 5 -1,540,000 8
TOYO TIRE & RUBBER CO LTD 326200 2,980,000 6 55,900 5
Security, Detection & Intercom System Manufacturing
DEI HOLDINGS INC 334290 401,140 1 -139,968 2
LOJACK CORP 334290 222,749 2 21,405 1
Snowmobile Manufacturing
ARCTIC CAT INC 336999 782,431 2 22,070 2
POLARIS INDUSTRIES INC 336999 1,780,009 1 111,650 1
Telecommunications & Internet Services-Specialty
ATX GROUP INC 513300D
ONSTAR CORPORATION 513300D
Tire Stores
CANADIAN TIRE CORP LTD 441300 8,690,000 1 420,000 1
DISCOUNT TIRE CO 441300
LES SCHWAB TIRE CENTERS 441300
TBC CORPORATION 441300 1,779,400 2
TREADWAYS CORP 441300
Travel Trailer & Camper Manufacturing
GREAT DANE LIMITED PARTNERSHIP 336214
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Company Industry Sales Sales Profits Profits
Code (U.S. $ thousands) Rank (U.S. $ thousands) Rank
THOR INDUSTRIES INC 336214 2,856,308 1 134,731 1
Truck Transportation-Specialized
ALLIED SYSTEMS HOLDINGS 484200
Trucks, Rental/Leasing
AMERCO 532120 2,085,597 1 90,553 1
GE EQUIPMENT SERVICES 532120
PENSKE CORPORATION 532120
Trucks, RVs & Misc. Automotive, Manufacturing
AB VOLVO 336120 48,518,900 1 2,538,400 1
AM GENERAL LLC 336120
BLUE BIRD CORPORATION 336120 201,500 16
COACHMEN INDUSTRIES INC 336120 480,840 12 -38,752 8
COLLINS INDUSTRIES INC 336120 127,400 20
COUNTRY COACH LLC 336120 187,500 17
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA LLC 336120
FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES 336120 2,007,922 7 -89,961 9
GULF STREAM COACH INC 336120 150,000 18
HINO MOTORS LTD 336120 12,454,600 3 201,800 4
JAYCO INC 336120 585,000 11
MACK TRUCKS INC 336120
MITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA INC 336120 250,000 14
MONACO COACH CORP 336120 1,272,130 8 12,013 7
MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES INTERNATIONAL 336120 692,400 10
NATIONAL RV HOLDINGS INC 336120
NAVISTAR INC 336120 236,100 15
NAVISTAR INTERNATIONAL 336120 12,295,000 4 -120,000 10
NEWMAR CORP 336120 400,000 13
NISSAN DIESEL MOTOR CO LTD 336120 4,243,200 6 182,800 5
OSHKOSH CORPORATION 336120 6,307,300 5 268,100 3
REXHALL INDUSTRIES INC 336120
SCANIA AB 336120 13,700,000 2 1,320,000 2
UTILIMASTER CORP 336120 138,600 19
UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURING CO 336120
WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES INC 336120 870,152 9 41,564 6
Ventilation, Heating & Air-Conditioning Manufacturing
INGERSOLL-RAND CO LTD 333410 8,763,100 1 3,966,700 1
Venture Capital/Private Equity Investments
CERBERUS CAPITAL MANAGEMENT LP 523910
OMERS CAPITAL PARTNERS 523910
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ALPHABETICAL INDEX BMW (BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE AG)


BMW MANUFACTURING CORP
3M COMPANY BMW OF NORTH AMERICA LLC
A123SYSTEMS BOB ROHRMAN AUTO GROUP
AAMCO TRANSMISSIONS INC BORGWARNER INC
AB VOLVO BRAMAN MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION
ABC GROUP BREMBO SPA
ACCURIDE CORPORATION BRIDGESTONE BANDAG LLC
ADA BRIDGESTONE CORPORATION
ADAM OPEL AG BRILLIANCE CHINA AUTOMOTIVE HOLDINGS
ADESA INC LIMITED
ADVANCE AUTO PARTS INC BROWN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP LTD
ADVANCED ACCESSORY SYSTEMS LLC BURT AUTOMOTIVE NETWORK
AG SIMPSON AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS CALIBER HOLDINGS CORP
AISAN INDUSTRY CO LTD CALSONIC KANSEI CORPORATION
AISIN SEIKI CO LTD CAMI AUTOMOTIVE INC
ALLIED SYSTEMS HOLDINGS INC CANADIAN TIRE CORP LTD
ALLSTATE CORPORATION (THE) CARLISLE COMPANIES INC
ALPS AUTOMOTIVE INC CARMAX GROUP
ALPS ELECTRIC CO LTD CARQUEST CORP
AM GENERAL LLC CATERPILLAR INC
AMERCO CENGAGE LEARNING
AMERICAN AXLE & MANUFACTURING HOLDINGS CERADYNE
INC CERBERUS CAPITAL MANAGEMENT LP
AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO INC CHAPMAN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP LLC
AMERICAN TIRE DISTRIBUTORS CHRYSLER CANADA INC
AMERICA'S CAR-MART INC CHRYSLER FINANCIAL SERVICES LLC
AMERIGON INC CHRYSLER LLC
ANCIRA ENTERPRISES CLARCOR INC
APPLIED INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGIES INC CLARION CO LTD
ARCTIC CAT INC COACHMEN INDUSTRIES INC
ARVINMERITOR INC COAST DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM INC
ASAHI GLASS COMPANY LIMITED COBALT GROUP (THE)
ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC COLLINS INDUSTRIES INC
ASC INCORPORATED COMMERCIAL VEHICLE GROUP INC (CVG)
ASTON MARTIN LAGONDA LTD COMPAGNIE GENERALE DES ETABLISSEMENTS
ASV INC MICHELIN
ATC TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION COMPAGNIE PLASTIC OMNIUM
ATS AUTOMATION TOOLING SYSTEMS INC CONSUMER PORTFOLIO SERVICES INC
ATX GROUP INC CONTINENTAL AG
AUDI AG CONTINENTAL MOTORS GROUP
AUDI OF AMERICA INC COOPER TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY
AUTOALLIANCE INTERNATIONAL INC COPART INC
AUTOBYTEL INC COUNTRY COACH LLC
AUTOCAM CORPORATION CREDIT ACCEPTANCE CORP
AUTOLIV INC CUMMINS FILTRATION
AUTOMOBILI LAMBORGHINI HOLDING SPA CUMMINS INC
AUTONATION INC DAIHATSU MOTOR CO LTD
AUTOZONE INC DAIMLER AG
AVIS EUROPE PLC DAIMLER FINANCIAL SERVICES AG
AVTOVAZ OAO DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA LLC
BAJAJ AUTO LTD DANA HOLDINGS CORPORATION
BENTELER GROUP (THE) DARCARS AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
BENTLEY MOTORS DAVID MCDAVID AUTO GROUP
BERU AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT DAVID WILSON'S AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
BETTER PLACE DEERE & CO
BLUE BIRD CORPORATION DEI HOLDINGS INC
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DELPHI CORP GOODYEAR TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY (THE)


DENSO CORPORATION GREAT DANE LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
DEUTZ AG GROUP 1 AUTOMOTIVE INC
DISCOUNT TIRE CO GROUP LOTUS PLC
DOLLAR THRIFTY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC GUARDIAN INDUSTRIES CORP
DONGFENG MOTOR CORPORATION GUIDE CORP
DONLEN CORPORATION GULF STATES TOYOTA INC
DORMAN PRODUCTS INC GULF STREAM COACH INC
DRIVETIME AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC HAHN AUTOMOTIVE WAREHOUSE INC
DUCATI MOTOR HOLDING SPA HANKOOK TIRE CO LTD
E I DU PONT DE NEMOURS & CO (DUPONT) HARLEY-DAVIDSON INC
EAGLE OTTAWA LEATHER COMPANY LLC HAYES LEMMERZ INTERNATIONAL INC
EAGLEPICHER CORPORATION HELLA KGAA HUECK & CO.
EARL SCHEIB INC HENDRICK AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
EARNHARDT'S AUTO CENTERS HERB CHAMBERS COMPANIES (THE)
EAST PENN MANUFACTURING CO INC HERO HONDA MOTORS LTD
EATON CORP HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS INC
EDARAN OTOMOBIL NASIONAL BERHAD HILITE INTERNATIONAL
EDELBROCK CORPORATION HINO MOTORS LTD
ELDER AUTOMOTIVE GROUP HITCHCOCK AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR HOLMAN ENTERPRISES
FAULKNER ORGANIZATION (THE) HOMETOWN AUTO RETAILERS INC
FAURECIA SA HONDA MOTOR CO LTD
FEDERAL MOGUL CORP HONDA OF AMERICA MFG INC
FEDERAL SIGNAL CORP HYUNDAI MOBIS CO LTD
FERRARI SPA HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
FIAT SPA HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY
FINANCIAL FEDERAL CORP INCHCAPE PLC
FINDLAY INDUSTRIES INC INERGY AUTOMOTIVE
FINISHMASTER INC INGERSOLL-RAND COMPANY LIMITED
FIRST AUTOMOTIVE GROUP CORPORATION INTERMET CORPORATION
FIRST INVESTORS FINANCIAL SERVICES GROUP INTERNET BRANDS INC
INC INTERSTATE BATTERY SYSTEM OF AMERICA
FISHER & COMPANY INC ISUZU MOTORS AMERICA INC
FISKER AUTOMOTIVE ISUZU MOTORS LTD
FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES INC JAGUAR CARS LTD
FLETCHER JONES MANAGEMENT GROUP INC JARDINE CYCLE AND CARRIAGE
FORD MOTOR CO JASON INCORPORATED
FORD MOTOR COMPANY OF CANADA JAYCO INC
FORD MOTOR CREDIT CO JB POINDEXTER & CO INC
FUEL SYSTEMS SOLUTIONS INC JD POWER & ASSOCIATES
FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD (SUBARU) JIM KOONS AUTOMOTIVE COMPANIES INC
GALPIN MOTORS INC JL FRENCH AUTOMOTIVE CASTINGS
GAZ GROUP JM FAMILY ENTERPRISES
GE EQUIPMENT SERVICES JOHNSON CONTROLS INC
GEICO CORPORATION JORDAN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
GENERAL MOTORS CORP (GM) KANTO AUTO WORKS LTD
GENERAL MOTORS OF CANADA LTD KAR HOLDINGS INC
GENTEK INC KAWASAKI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD
GENTEX CORPORATION KELLEY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
GENUINE PARTS COMPANY KEY PLASTICS LLC
GEORG FISCHER LTD KEY SAFETY SYSTEMS INC
GKN PLC KEYSTONE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRIES INC
GLOBAL MOTORSPORT GROUP INC KIA MOTORS CORPORATION
GM DAEWOO AUTO AND TECHNOLOGY CO KOITO MANUFACTURING CO LTD
GM HOLDEN LTD KOLBENSCHMIDT PIERBURG AG
GMAC INSURANCE HOLDINGS INC KUMHO TIRE CO LTD
GMAC LLC LACKS ENTERPRISES INC
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LAND ROVER ONYX ACCEPTANCE CORP


LARRY H MILLER GROUP ORBITAL CORPORATION LTD
LDI LTD O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE INC
LEAR CORP ORION BUS INDUSTRIES
LENDINGTREE LLC OSHKOSH CORPORATION
LES SCHWAB TIRE CENTERS OURISMAN AUTOMOTIVE ENTERPRISES
LINAMAR CORP PACCAR INC
LITHIA MOTORS INC PANASONIC EV ENERGY CO LTD
LKQ CORP PARK-OHIO HOLDINGS CORP
LOJACK CORP PENSKE AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC
LUCOR INC PENSKE CORPORATION
LUND INTERNATIONAL INC PEP BOYS-MANNY MOE & JACK (THE)
LUPIENT AUTOMOTIVE GROUP PETERSON MANUFACTURING CO
MAACO ENTERPRISES INC PHIL LONG DEALERSHIPS INC
MACK TRUCKS INC PIAGGIO & C SPA
MAGNA DONNELLY PILKINGTON PLC
MAGNA INTERNATIONAL INC PININFARINA SPA
MAGNETI MARELLI HOLDING SPA PIRELLI AND C SPA
MAHINDRA & MAHINDRA LIMITED PLASTECH ENGINEERED PRODUCTS
MAJOR AUTOMOTIVE COMPANIES INC POLARIS INDUSTRIES INC
MARANGONI SPA PORSCHE AUTOMOBIL HOLDING SE
MARUTI SUZUKI INDIA LIMITED POTAMKIN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
MAYBACH PPG INDUSTRIES INC
MAZDA MOTOR CORPORATION PROGRESSIVE CORPORATION (THE)
MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS PROLIANCE INTERNATIONAL INC
MCLAREN PERFORMANCE TECHNOLOGIES PROTON HOLDINGS BERHAD
MERCEDES-BENZ CREDIT CORPORATION PSA PEUGEOT CITROEN SA
MERCEDES-BENZ USA LLC PT ASTRA INTERNATIONAL TBK
MERIDIAN AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS INC REMY INTERNATIONAL INC
METALDYNE CORP RENAULT SA
MIDAS INC RENT-A-WRECK OF AMERICA INC
MILLER INDUSTRIES INC REXHALL INDUSTRIES INC
MITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA INC RHEINMETALL AG
MITSUBISHI MOTORS CORP RICART AUTOMOTIVE INC
MODINE MANUFACTURING COMPANY RIETER HOLDING LTD
MONACO COACH CORP RIZZA AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
MONRO MUFFLER BRAKE INC ROBERT BOSCH GMBH
MONTUPET SA ROLLS ROYCE MOTOR CAR LIMITED
MORGAN MOTOR COMPANY (THE) ROSENTHAL AUTOMOTIVE ORGANIZATION
MORSE OPERATIONS INC RUSH ENTERPRISES INC
MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES INTERNATIONAL RUSS DARROW GROUP INC
MOTORCAR PARTS OF AMERICA INC RYBROOK HOLDINGS LIMITED
NATIONAL RV HOLDINGS INC RYGOR GROUP LTD
NAVISTAR INC S&T MOTORS CO LTD
NAVISTAR INTERNATIONAL CORP SAAB AUTOMOBILE AB
NAVTEQ CORPORATION SAAB CARS USA INC
NEW UNITED MOTOR MANUFACTURING INC SAIC-GM-WULING AUTOMOBILE COMPANY
NEWCOR INC SALEEN INC
NEWMAR CORP SAM SWOPE AUTO GROUP INC
NIHON PLAST CO LTD SANLUIS CORPORACION SAB DE CV
NIPPON PISTON RING CO LTD SANSONE AUTO NETWORK
NISSAN DIESEL MOTOR CO LTD SANTA MONICA FORD LINCOLN MERCURY
NISSAN MOTOR CO LTD SATURN CORP
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA INC SCANIA AB
NISSAN SHATAI CO LTD SEARS HOLDINGS CORPORATION
NOBLE INTERNATIONAL LTD SEAT SA
NYX INC SEGWAY LLC
ONSTAR CORPORATION SEQUA CORP
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SHANGHAI AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY CORP (SAIC) VOLKSWAGEN AG


SHEEHY AUTO STORES VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA INC
SIEGEL-ROBERT INC VOLVO CAR CORPORATION
SIEMENS AG VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA INC
SIRIUS XM RADIO INC VT INC
SIXT AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT WABASH NATIONAL CORP
SKODA AUTO AS WAGON PLC
SKYLINE CORPORATION WAL-MART STORES INC
SMART GMBH WANXIANG AMERICA CORPORATION
SOGEFI SPA WANXIANG GROUP CORPORATION
SONIC AUTOMOTIVE INC WESCAST INDUSTRIES INC
SPARTAN MOTORS INC WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES INC
SPECIAL DEVICES INCORPORATED YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD
SPECTRA PREMIUM INDUSTRIES INC YAZAKI NORTH AMERICA INC
SPITZER MANAGEMENT INC YULON MOTOR CO LTD
SSANGYONG MOTOR CO ZAP
STACKPOLE LIMITED COMPANY ZF FRIEDRICHSHAFEN AG
STANADYNE CORPORATION ZIEBART INTERNATIONAL CORP
STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS INC
STATE FARM INSURANCE COMPANIES
STELLICAN LTD
STERLING AUTOBODY CENTERS
STONERIDGE INC
STRATTEC SECURITY CORP
SUPERIOR INDUSTRIES INTERNATIONAL INC
SUPREME INDUSTRIES INC
SUZUKI MOTOR CORPORATION
SYTNER GROUP PLC
TATA GROUP
TATA MOTORS LIMITED
TBC CORPORATION
TELEFLEX INC
TENNECO INC
TEREX CORPORATION
TESLA MOTORS INC
THOR INDUSTRIES INC
TI AUTOMOTIVE
TITAN INTERNATIONAL INC
TOKAI RIKA CO LTD
TORESCO ENTERPRISES INC
TOWER AUTOMOTIVE LLC
TOYO TIRE & RUBBER CO LTD
TOYODA GOSEI CO LTD
TOYOTA AUTO BODY CO LTD
TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION
TOYOTA MOTOR CREDIT CORP
TREADWAYS CORP
TRELLEBORG AB
TRW AUTOMOTIVE HOLDINGS CORP
TUTTLE-CLICK AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
UNIPART GROUP OF COMPANIES
UNI-SELECT INC
UTILIMASTER CORP
UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURING CO
VALEO
VANGUARD CAR RENTAL USA INC
VAUXHALL MOTORS LTD
VISTEON CORPORATION
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INDEX OF HEADQUARTERS LOCATION UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURING CO; City of


BY U.S. STATE Industry
ZAP; Santa Rosa
To help you locate the firms geographically, the
COLORADO
city and state of the headquarters of each company BURT AUTOMOTIVE NETWORK; Centennial
are in the following index. PHIL LONG DEALERSHIPS INC; Colorado Springs

ARIZONA CONNECTICUT
CHAPMAN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP LLC; Chandler GE EQUIPMENT SERVICES; Stamford
DISCOUNT TIRE CO; Scottsdale HOMETOWN AUTO RETAILERS INC; Waterbury
DRIVETIME AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC; Phoenix PROLIANCE INTERNATIONAL INC; New Haven
EARNHARDT'S AUTO CENTERS; Chandler STANADYNE CORPORATION; Windsor

ARKANSAS DELAWARE
AMERICA'S CAR-MART INC; Bentonville E I DU PONT DE NEMOURS & CO (DUPONT);
WAL-MART STORES INC; Bentonville Wilmington

CALIFORNIA FLORIDA
AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO INC; Torrance AUTONATION INC; Fort Lauderdale
AUTOBYTEL INC; Irvine BRAMAN MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION; Miami
BETTER PLACE; Palo Alto JM FAMILY ENTERPRISES; Deerfield Beach
CALIBER HOLDINGS CORP; Irvine MORSE OPERATIONS INC; Fort Lauderdale
CERADYNE; Costa Mesa POTAMKIN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP; Miami Lakes
COAST DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM INC; Morgan Hill TBC CORPORATION; Palm Beach Gardens
CONSUMER PORTFOLIO SERVICES INC; Irvine
COPART INC; Fairfield GEORGIA
DAVID WILSON'S AUTOMOTIVE GROUP; Orange ALLIED SYSTEMS HOLDINGS INC; Atlanta
DEI HOLDINGS INC; Vista BILL HEARD ENTERPRISES; Columbus
EARL SCHEIB INC; Sherman Oaks BLUE BIRD CORPORATION; Fort Valley
EDELBROCK CORPORATION; Torrance GENUINE PARTS COMPANY; Atlanta
FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES INC; Riverside GREAT DANE LIMITED PARTNERSHIP; Savannah
FUEL SYSTEMS SOLUTIONS INC; Santa Ana LUND INTERNATIONAL INC; Suwanee
GALPIN MOTORS INC; North Hills SAAB CARS USA INC; Norcross
GLOBAL MOTORSPORT GROUP INC; Morgan Hill
HITCHCOCK AUTOMOTIVE GROUP; City of Industry ILLINOIS
HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA; Fountain Valley ALLSTATE CORPORATION (THE); Northbrook
INTERNET BRANDS INC; El Segundo ATC TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION; Downers Grove
ISUZU MOTORS AMERICA INC; Cerritos CATERPILLAR INC; Peoria
JD POWER & ASSOCIATES; Westlake Village CONTINENTAL MOTORS GROUP; Countryside
KEYSTONE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRIES INC; DEERE & CO; Moline
Pomona DONLEN CORPORATION; Northbrook
MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS; Irvine FEDERAL SIGNAL CORP; Oak Brook
MOTORCAR PARTS OF AMERICA INC; Torrance LKQ CORP; Chicago
NATIONAL RV HOLDINGS INC; Perris MIDAS INC; Itasca
NEW UNITED MOTOR MANUFACTURING INC; MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES INTERNATIONAL;
Fremont Schaumburg
ONYX ACCEPTANCE CORP; Foothill Ranch NAVISTAR INC; Warrenville
REXHALL INDUSTRIES INC; Lancaster NAVISTAR INTERNATIONAL CORP; Warrenville
SANTA MONICA FORD LINCOLN MERCURY; Santa NAVTEQ CORPORATION; Chicago
Monica RIZZA AUTOMOTIVE GROUP; Orland Park
SPECIAL DEVICES INCORPORATED; Moorpark SEARS HOLDINGS CORPORATION; Hoffman Estates
SUPERIOR INDUSTRIES INTERNATIONAL INC; Van STATE FARM INSURANCE COMPANIES;
Nuys Bloomington
TESLA MOTORS INC; San Carlos TENNECO INC; Lake Forest
TOYOTA MOTOR CREDIT CORP; Torrance TITAN INTERNATIONAL INC; Quincy
TUTTLE-CLICK AUTOMOTIVE GROUP; Irvine WANXIANG AMERICA CORPORATION; Elgin
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INDIANA CHRYSLER FINANCIAL SERVICES LLC; Farmington


ACCURIDE CORPORATION; Evansville Hills
ADESA INC; Carmel CHRYSLER LLC; Auburn Hills
AM GENERAL LLC; South Bend CREDIT ACCEPTANCE CORP; Southfield
BOB ROHRMAN AUTO GROUP; Lafayette DELPHI CORP; Troy
COACHMEN INDUSTRIES INC; Middlebury EAGLE OTTAWA LEATHER COMPANY LLC; Auburn
CUMMINS INC; Columbus Hills
FINISHMASTER INC; Indianapolis EAGLEPICHER CORPORATION; Inkster
GUIDE CORP; Pendleton ELDER AUTOMOTIVE GROUP; Troy
GULF STREAM COACH INC; Nappanee FEDERAL MOGUL CORP; Southfield
JAYCO INC; Middlebury FISHER & COMPANY INC; St. Clair Shores
JORDAN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP; Mishawaka FORD MOTOR CO; Dearborn
KAR HOLDINGS INC; Carmel FORD MOTOR CREDIT CO; Dearborn
KELLEY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP; Fort Wayne GENERAL MOTORS CORP (GM); Detroit
LDI LTD; Indianapolis GENTEX CORPORATION; Zeeland
NEWMAR CORP; Nappanee GMAC FINANCIAL SERVICES; Detroit
REMY INTERNATIONAL INC; Pendleton GUARDIAN INDUSTRIES CORP; Auburn Hills
SKYLINE CORPORATION; Elkhart HAYES LEMMERZ INTERNATIONAL INC; Northville
SUPREME INDUSTRIES INC; Goshen KEY PLASTICS LLC; Northville
UTILIMASTER CORP; Wakarusa KEY SAFETY SYSTEMS INC; Sterling Heights
WABASH NATIONAL CORP; Lafayette LACKS ENTERPRISES INC; Grand Rapids
LEAR CORP; Southfield
IOWA MAGNA DONNELLY; Holland
BRIDGESTONE BANDAG LLC; Muscatine MCLAREN PERFORMANCE TECHNOLOGIES;
WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES INC; Forest City Livonia
MERIDIAN AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS INC; Allen Park
KANSAS METALDYNE CORP; Plymouth
COLLINS INDUSTRIES INC; Hutchinson NEWCOR INC; Auburn Hills
NOBLE INTERNATIONAL LTD; Troy
NYX INC; Livonia
KENTUCKY ONSTAR CORPORATION; Detroit
SAM SWOPE AUTO GROUP INC; Louisville PENSKE AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC; Bloomfield Hills
PENSKE CORPORATION; Bloomfield Hills
MARYLAND PLASTECH ENGINEERED PRODUCTS; Dearborn
DARCARS AUTOMOTIVE GROUP; Silver Spring SALEEN INC; Troy
GEICO CORPORATION; Chevy Chase SPARTAN MOTORS INC; Charlotte
OURISMAN AUTOMOTIVE ENTERPRISES; Marlow TOWER AUTOMOTIVE LLC; Novi
Heights TRW AUTOMOTIVE HOLDINGS CORP; Livonia
RENT-A-WRECK OF AMERICA INC; Laurel VISTEON CORPORATION; Van Buren Township
YAZAKI NORTH AMERICA INC; Canton
MASSACHUSETTS ZIEBART INTERNATIONAL CORP; Troy
HERB CHAMBERS COMPANIES (THE); Somerville
LOJACK CORP; Westwood MINNESOTA
STERLING AUTOBODY CENTERS; Natick 3M COMPANY; St. Paul
ARCTIC CAT INC; Thief River Falls
MICHIGAN ASV INC; Grand Rapids
ADVANCED ACCESSORY SYSTEMS LLC; Sterling LUPIENT AUTOMOTIVE GROUP; Golden Valley
Heights POLARIS INDUSTRIES INC; Medina
ALPS AUTOMOTIVE INC; Auburn Hills
AMERICAN AXLE & MANUFACTURING HOLDINGS MISSISSIPPI
INC; Detroit VT INC; Shawnee Mission
AMERIGON INC; Northville
ARVINMERITOR INC; Troy MISSOURI
ASC INCORPORATED; Southgate ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR; St. Louis
AUDI OF AMERICA INC; Auburn Hills GMAC INSURANCE HOLDINGS INC; Maryland
AUTOALLIANCE INTERNATIONAL INC; Flat Rock Heights
AUTOCAM CORPORATION; Kentwood O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE INC; Springfield
BORGWARNER INC; Auburn Hills PETERSON MANUFACTURING CO; Grandview
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SIEGEL-ROBERT INC; St. Louis HILITE INTERNATIONAL; Cleveland


HONDA OF AMERICA MFG INC; Marysville
NEVADA PARK-OHIO HOLDINGS CORP; Cleveland
AMERCO; Reno PROGRESSIVE CORPORATION (THE); Mayfield
FLETCHER JONES MANAGEMENT GROUP INC; Las Village
Vegas RICART AUTOMOTIVE INC; Groveport
SPITZER MANAGEMENT INC; Elyria
NEW HAMPSHIRE STONERIDGE INC; Warren
SEGWAY LLC; Bedford THOR INDUSTRIES INC; Jackson Center

NEW JERSEY OKLAHOMA


BMW OF NORTH AMERICA LLC; Woodcliff Lake DOLLAR THRIFTY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC;
GENTEK INC; Parsippany Tulsa
HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS INC; Park Ridge VANGUARD CAR RENTAL USA INC; Tulsa
HOLMAN ENTERPRISES; Pennsauken
MERCEDES-BENZ USA LLC; Montvale OREGON
MITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA INC; Logan COUNTRY COACH LLC; Junction City
Township DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA LLC; Portland
SANSONE AUTO NETWORK; Neptune LES SCHWAB TIRE CENTERS; Prineville
TORESCO ENTERPRISES INC; Springfield LITHIA MOTORS INC; Medford
VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA INC; Rockleigh MONACO COACH CORP; Coburg

NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA


ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC; New York AAMCO TRANSMISSIONS INC; Horsham
CENGAGE LEARNING; Clifton Park DORMAN PRODUCTS INC; Colmar
CERBERUS CAPITAL MANAGEMENT LP; New York EAST PENN MANUFACTURING CO INC; Lyon Station
FINANCIAL FEDERAL CORP; New York FAULKNER ORGANIZATION (THE); Trevose
HAHN AUTOMOTIVE WAREHOUSE INC; Rochester MAACO ENTERPRISES INC; King of Prussia
MAJOR AUTOMOTIVE COMPANIES INC; Long Island MACK TRUCKS INC; Allentown
City PEP BOYS-MANNY MOE & JACK (THE); Philadelphia
MONRO MUFFLER BRAKE INC; Rochester PPG INDUSTRIES INC; Pittsburgh
ORION BUS INDUSTRIES; Oriskany TELEFLEX INC; Limerick
SEQUA CORP; New York TREADWAYS CORP; East Norriton
SIRIUS XM RADIO INC; New York
STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS INC; Long Island SOUTH CAROLINA
City BMW MANUFACTURING CORP; Greer

NORTH CAROLINA TENNESSEE


AMERICAN TIRE DISTRIBUTORS; Huntersville AUTOZONE INC; Memphis
CARLISLE COMPANIES INC; Charlotte CLARCOR INC; Franklin
CARQUEST CORP; Raleigh CUMMINS FILTRATION; Nashville
HENDRICK AUTOMOTIVE GROUP; Charlotte MILLER INDUSTRIES INC; Ooltewah
LENDINGTREE LLC; Charlotte NISSAN NORTH AMERICA INC; Nashville
LUCOR INC; Raleigh SATURN CORP; Spring Hill
SONIC AUTOMOTIVE INC; Charlotte
TEXAS
OHIO ANCIRA ENTERPRISES; San Antonio
APPLIED INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGIES INC; ATX GROUP INC; Irving
Cleveland DAVID MCDAVID AUTO GROUP; Irving
COMMERCIAL VEHICLE GROUP INC (CVG); New FIRST INVESTORS FINANCIAL SERVICES GROUP
Albany INC; Houston
COOPER TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY; Findlay GROUP 1 AUTOMOTIVE INC; Houston
DANA HOLDINGS CORPORATION; Toledo GULF STATES TOYOTA INC; Houston
EATON CORP; Cleveland INTERMET CORPORATION; Fort Worth
FINDLAY INDUSTRIES INC; Findlay INTERSTATE BATTERY SYSTEM OF AMERICA;
GOODYEAR TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY (THE); Dallas
Akron JB POINDEXTER & CO INC; Houston
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MERCEDES-BENZ CREDIT CORPORATION; Roanoke INDEX OF NON-U.S. HEADQUARTERS


RUSH ENTERPRISES INC; New Braunfels LOCATION BY COUNTRY
UTAH
AUSTRALIA
LARRY H MILLER GROUP; Sandy
GM HOLDEN LTD; Port Melbourne
ORBITAL CORPORATION LTD; Balcatta
VIRGINIA
ADVANCE AUTO PARTS INC; Roanoke
BROWN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP LTD; Fairfax BERMUDA
CARMAX GROUP; Richmond INGERSOLL-RAND COMPANY LIMITED; Hamilton
JIM KOONS AUTOMOTIVE COMPANIES INC; Vienna
ROSENTHAL AUTOMOTIVE ORGANIZATION; CANADA
Arlington ABC GROUP; Toronto
SHEEHY AUTO STORES; Fairfax AG SIMPSON AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS; Toronto
VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA INC; Herndon ATS AUTOMATION TOOLING SYSTEMS INC;
Cambridge
WASHINGTON CAMI AUTOMOTIVE INC; Ingersoll
COBALT GROUP (THE); Seattle CANADIAN TIRE CORP LTD; Toronto
PACCAR INC; Bellevue CHRYSLER CANADA INC; Windsor
FORD MOTOR COMPANY OF CANADA; Oakville
WISCONSIN GENERAL MOTORS OF CANADA LTD; Oshawa
HARLEY-DAVIDSON INC; Milwaukee LINAMAR CORP; Guelph
JASON INCORPORATED; Milwaukee MAGNA INTERNATIONAL INC; Aurora
JL FRENCH AUTOMOTIVE CASTINGS; Sheboygan OMERS CAPITAL PARTNERS INC; Toronto
JOHNSON CONTROLS INC; Milwaukee SPECTRA PREMIUM INDUSTRIES INC; Boucherville
MODINE MANUFACTURING COMPANY; Racine STACKPOLE LIMITED COMPANY; Mississauga
OSHKOSH CORPORATION; Oshkosh UNI-SELECT INC; Boucherville
RUSS DARROW GROUP INC; Menomonee Falls WESCAST INDUSTRIES INC; Brantford
STRATTEC SECURITY CORP; Milwaukee
CHINA
BRILLIANCE CHINA AUTOMOTIVE HOLDINGS
LIMITED; Hong Kong
DONGFENG MOTOR CORPORATION; Wuhan
FIRST AUTOMOTIVE GROUP CORPORATION;
Changchun
SAIC-GM-WULING AUTOMOBILE COMPANY; Liu
Zhou City
SHANGHAI AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY CORP
(SAIC); Shanghai
WANXIANG GROUP CORPORATION; Hangzhou

CZECH REPUBLIC
SKODA AUTO AS; Mlada Boleslav

FRANCE
ADA; Clichy
COMPAGNIE GENERALE DES ETABLISSEMENTS
MICHELIN; Clermont-Ferrand
COMPAGNIE PLASTIC OMNIUM; Lyon
FAURECIA SA; Nanterre
INERGY AUTOMOTIVE; Paris
MONTUPET SA; Clichy
PSA PEUGEOT CITROEN SA; Paris
RENAULT SA; Boulogne Billancourt
VALEO; Paris
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GERMANY DENSO CORPORATION; Kariya


ADAM OPEL AG; Rüsselsheim FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD (SUBARU); Tokyo
AUDI AG; Ingolstadt HINO MOTORS LTD; Tokyo
BENTELER GROUP (THE); Paderborn HONDA MOTOR CO LTD; Tokyo
BERU AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT; Ludwigsburg ISUZU MOTORS LTD; Tokyo
BMW (BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE AG); KANTO AUTO WORKS LTD; Kanagawa
Munich KAWASAKI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD; Chuo-ku,
CONTINENTAL AG; Hanover Kobe
DAIMLER AG; Stuttgart KOITO MANUFACTURING CO LTD; Tokyo
DAIMLER FINANCIAL SERVICES AG; Berlin MAZDA MOTOR CORPORATION; Hiroshima
DEUTZ AG; Koln-Porz MITSUBISHI MOTORS CORP; Tokyo
HELLA KGAA HUECK & CO.; Lippstadt NIHON PLAST CO LTD; Shizuoka
KOLBENSCHMIDT PIERBURG AG; Neckarsulm NIPPON PISTON RING CO LTD; Saitama City
MAYBACH; Sindelfingen NISSAN DIESEL MOTOR CO LTD; Saitama
PORSCHE AUTOMOBIL HOLDING SE; Stuttgart NISSAN MOTOR CO LTD; Tokyo
RHEINMETALL AG; Dusseldorf NISSAN SHATAI CO LTD; Kanagawa
ROBERT BOSCH GMBH; Stuttgart PANASONIC EV ENERGY CO LTD; Shizuoka
SIEMENS AG; Munich SUZUKI MOTOR CORPORATION; Shizuoka
SIXT AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT; Pullach TOKAI RIKA CO LTD; Aichi
SMART GMBH; Boeblingen TOYO TIRE & RUBBER CO LTD; Osaka
VOLKSWAGEN AG; Wolfsburg TOYODA GOSEI CO LTD; Aichi
ZF FRIEDRICHSHAFEN AG; Friedrichshafen TOYOTA AUTO BODY CO LTD; Aichi
TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION; Aichi
INDIA YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD; Shizuoka
BAJAJ AUTO LTD; Pune
HERO HONDA MOTORS LTD; New Delhi KOREA
MAHINDRA & MAHINDRA LIMITED; Mumbai GM DAEWOO AUTO AND TECHNOLOGY CO;
MARUTI SUZUKI INDIA LIMITED; New Delhi Incheon
TATA GROUP; Mumbai HANKOOK TIRE CO LTD; Seoul
TATA MOTORS LIMITED; Mumbai HYUNDAI MOBIS CO LTD; Seoul
HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY; Seoul
INDONESIA KIA MOTORS CORPORATION; Seoul
PT ASTRA INTERNATIONAL TBK; Jakarta Utara KUMHO TIRE CO LTD; Seoul
S&T MOTORS CO LTD; Changwon
SSANGYONG MOTOR CO; Gyeonggi-do
ITALY
AUTOMOBILI LAMBORGHINI HOLDING SPA;
Bologna MALAYSIA
BREMBO SPA; Curno EDARAN OTOMOBIL NASIONAL BERHAD; Shah
DUCATI MOTOR HOLDING SPA; Bologna Alam
FERRARI SPA; Modena PROTON HOLDINGS BERHAD; Shah Alam
FIAT SPA; Torino
MAGNETI MARELLI HOLDING SPA; Milano MEXICO
MARANGONI SPA; Verona SANLUIS CORPORACION SAB DE CV; Lomas de
PIAGGIO & C SPA; Pisa Chapultepec
PININFARINA SPA; Turin
PIRELLI AND C SPA; Milan RUSSIA
SOGEFI SPA; Milano AVTOVAZ OAO; Togliatti
GAZ GROUP; Nizhny Novgorod
JAPAN
AISAN INDUSTRY CO LTD; Obu, Aichi SINGAPORE
AISIN SEIKI CO LTD; Kariya JARDINE CYCLE AND CARRIAGE; Singapore
ALPS ELECTRIC CO LTD; Tokyo
ASAHI GLASS COMPANY LIMITED; Tokyo SPAIN
BRIDGESTONE CORPORATION; Tokyo SEAT SA; Barcelona
CALSONIC KANSEI CORPORATION; Saitama
CLARION CO LTD; Saitama
SWEDEN
DAIHATSU MOTOR CO LTD; Ikeda-city
AB VOLVO; Goteborg
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AUTOLIV INC; Stockholm


SAAB AUTOMOBILE AB; Trollhattan
SCANIA AB; Sodertalje
TRELLEBORG AB; Trelleborg
VOLVO CAR CORPORATION; Goteborg

SWITZERLAND
GEORG FISCHER LTD; Schaffhausen
RIETER HOLDING LTD; Winterthur

TAIWAN
YULON MOTOR CO LTD; Sanyi

UNITED KINGDOM
ASTON MARTIN LAGONDA LTD; Gaydon
AVIS EUROPE PLC; Bracknell
BENTLEY MOTORS; Crewe
GKN PLC; Redditch
GROUP LOTUS PLC; Norwich
INCHCAPE PLC; London
JAGUAR CARS LTD; Coventry
LAND ROVER; Warwick
MORGAN MOTOR COMPANY (THE); Malvern Link
PILKINGTON PLC; St. Helens
ROLLS ROYCE MOTOR CAR LIMITED; Chichester
RYBROOK HOLDINGS LIMITED; Coleshill
RYGOR GROUP LTD; Westbury
STELLICAN LTD; London
SYTNER GROUP PLC; Leicester
TI AUTOMOTIVE; Oxford
UNIPART GROUP OF COMPANIES; Oxford
VAUXHALL MOTORS LTD; Luton
WAGON PLC; Birmingham
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INDEX BY REGIONS OF THE U.S. COPART INC


WHERE THE FIRMS HAVE LOCATIONS COUNTRY COACH LLC
CREDIT ACCEPTANCE CORP
CUMMINS INC
WEST DAIMLER AG
3M COMPANY DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA LLC
AAMCO TRANSMISSIONS INC DAVID WILSON'S AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
AB VOLVO DEERE & CO
ACCURIDE CORPORATION DEI HOLDINGS INC
ADESA INC DELPHI CORP
ALLIED SYSTEMS HOLDINGS INC DENSO CORPORATION
ALLSTATE CORPORATION (THE) DISCOUNT TIRE CO
ALPS ELECTRIC CO LTD DOLLAR THRIFTY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC
AMERCO DONLEN CORPORATION
AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO INC DRIVETIME AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC
AMERICAN TIRE DISTRIBUTORS E I DU PONT DE NEMOURS & CO (DUPONT)
APPLIED INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGIES INC EAGLE OTTAWA LEATHER COMPANY LLC
ARCTIC CAT INC EAGLEPICHER CORPORATION
ARVINMERITOR INC EARL SCHEIB INC
ASAHI GLASS COMPANY LIMITED EATON CORP
ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC EDELBROCK CORPORATION
ASTON MARTIN LAGONDA LTD ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR
ATS AUTOMATION TOOLING SYSTEMS INC FEDERAL MOGUL CORP
AUDI AG FERRARI SPA
AUDI OF AMERICA INC FINANCIAL FEDERAL CORP
AUTOBYTEL INC FINISHMASTER INC
AUTOCAM CORPORATION FIRST INVESTORS FINANCIAL SERVICES GROUP
AUTOLIV INC INC
AUTONATION INC FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES INC
AUTOZONE INC FLETCHER JONES MANAGEMENT GROUP INC
BENTLEY MOTORS FORD MOTOR CO
BETTER PLACE FORD MOTOR CREDIT CO
BILL HEARD ENTERPRISES FUEL SYSTEMS SOLUTIONS INC
BMW (BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE AG) FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD (SUBARU)
BMW OF NORTH AMERICA LLC GALPIN MOTORS INC
BRAMAN MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION GE EQUIPMENT SERVICES
BREMBO SPA GEICO CORPORATION
BRIDGESTONE BANDAG LLC GENERAL MOTORS CORP (GM)
BRIDGESTONE CORPORATION GENTEK INC
BURT AUTOMOTIVE NETWORK GENUINE PARTS COMPANY
CALIBER HOLDINGS CORP GEORG FISCHER LTD
CARLISLE COMPANIES INC GKN PLC
CARMAX GROUP GLOBAL MOTORSPORT GROUP INC
CARQUEST CORP GMAC FINANCIAL SERVICES
CATERPILLAR INC GMAC INSURANCE HOLDINGS INC
CENGAGE LEARNING GOODYEAR TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY (THE)
CERADYNE GREAT DANE LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
CERBERUS CAPITAL MANAGEMENT LP GROUP 1 AUTOMOTIVE INC
CHAPMAN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP LLC GROUP LOTUS PLC
CHRYSLER FINANCIAL SERVICES LLC GUARDIAN INDUSTRIES CORP
CHRYSLER LLC HENDRICK AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
CLARCOR INC HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS INC
CLARION CO LTD HINO MOTORS LTD
COACHMEN INDUSTRIES INC HITCHCOCK AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
COAST DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM INC HONDA MOTOR CO LTD
COBALT GROUP (THE) HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
COMMERCIAL VEHICLE GROUP INC (CVG) HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY
CONSUMER PORTFOLIO SERVICES INC INGERSOLL-RAND COMPANY LIMITED
COOPER TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY
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INTERNET BRANDS INC SAAB CARS USA INC


INTERSTATE BATTERY SYSTEM OF AMERICA SALEEN INC
ISUZU MOTORS AMERICA INC SANTA MONICA FORD LINCOLN MERCURY
ISUZU MOTORS LTD SATURN CORP
JAGUAR CARS LTD SEARS HOLDINGS CORPORATION
JASON INCORPORATED SEQUA CORP
JAYCO INC SIEMENS AG
JB POINDEXTER & CO INC SKYLINE CORPORATION
JD POWER & ASSOCIATES SONIC AUTOMOTIVE INC
JOHNSON CONTROLS INC SPECIAL DEVICES INCORPORATED
KAWASAKI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS INC
KEYSTONE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRIES INC STATE FARM INSURANCE COMPANIES
KIA MOTORS CORPORATION STERLING AUTOBODY CENTERS
KOITO MANUFACTURING CO LTD STONERIDGE INC
KUMHO TIRE CO LTD SUPERIOR INDUSTRIES INTERNATIONAL INC
LAND ROVER SUPREME INDUSTRIES INC
LARRY H MILLER GROUP SUZUKI MOTOR CORPORATION
LDI LTD TBC CORPORATION
LEAR CORP TELEFLEX INC
LES SCHWAB TIRE CENTERS TENNECO INC
LITHIA MOTORS INC TESLA MOTORS INC
LKQ CORP THOR INDUSTRIES INC
LOJACK CORP TITAN INTERNATIONAL INC
LUND INTERNATIONAL INC TOYO TIRE & RUBBER CO LTD
MAACO ENTERPRISES INC TOYODA GOSEI CO LTD
MACK TRUCKS INC TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION
MAZDA MOTOR CORPORATION TOYOTA MOTOR CREDIT CORP
MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS TREADWAYS CORP
MERCEDES-BENZ USA LLC TRELLEBORG AB
MIDAS INC TUTTLE-CLICK AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
MITSUBISHI MOTORS CORP UNI-SELECT INC
MONACO COACH CORP UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURING CO
MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES INTERNATIONAL VANGUARD CAR RENTAL USA INC
MOTORCAR PARTS OF AMERICA INC VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA INC
NATIONAL RV HOLDINGS INC VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA INC
NAVISTAR INC WABASH NATIONAL CORP
NAVISTAR INTERNATIONAL CORP WAL-MART STORES INC
NEW UNITED MOTOR MANUFACTURING INC YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD
NIPPON PISTON RING CO LTD YAZAKI NORTH AMERICA INC
NISSAN MOTOR CO LTD ZAP
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA INC ZF FRIEDRICHSHAFEN AG
ONYX ACCEPTANCE CORP ZIEBART INTERNATIONAL CORP
O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE INC
OSHKOSH CORPORATION SOUTHWEST
PACCAR INC 3M COMPANY
PENSKE AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC AAMCO TRANSMISSIONS INC
PENSKE CORPORATION AB VOLVO
PEP BOYS-MANNY MOE & JACK (THE) ACCURIDE CORPORATION
PHIL LONG DEALERSHIPS INC ADESA INC
PILKINGTON PLC ADVANCE AUTO PARTS INC
POLARIS INDUSTRIES INC ALLIED SYSTEMS HOLDINGS INC
POTAMKIN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP ALLSTATE CORPORATION (THE)
PPG INDUSTRIES INC ALPS AUTOMOTIVE INC
PROGRESSIVE CORPORATION (THE) ALPS ELECTRIC CO LTD
PROLIANCE INTERNATIONAL INC AMERCO
RENT-A-WRECK OF AMERICA INC AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO INC
REXHALL INDUSTRIES INC AMERICAN TIRE DISTRIBUTORS
RUSH ENTERPRISES INC AMERICA'S CAR-MART INC
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ANCIRA ENTERPRISES FEDERAL SIGNAL CORP


APPLIED INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGIES INC FERRARI SPA
ARVINMERITOR INC FINANCIAL FEDERAL CORP
ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC FINISHMASTER INC
ASTON MARTIN LAGONDA LTD FIRST INVESTORS FINANCIAL SERVICES GROUP
ATC TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION INC
ATS AUTOMATION TOOLING SYSTEMS INC FISHER & COMPANY INC
ATX GROUP INC FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES INC
AUDI AG FORD MOTOR CO
AUDI OF AMERICA INC FORD MOTOR CREDIT CO
AUTONATION INC GE EQUIPMENT SERVICES
AUTOZONE INC GEICO CORPORATION
BENTLEY MOTORS GENERAL MOTORS CORP (GM)
BILL HEARD ENTERPRISES GENTEK INC
BMW OF NORTH AMERICA LLC GENUINE PARTS COMPANY
BORGWARNER INC GKN PLC
BRIDGESTONE BANDAG LLC GLOBAL MOTORSPORT GROUP INC
BRIDGESTONE CORPORATION GMAC FINANCIAL SERVICES
BROWN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP LTD GMAC INSURANCE HOLDINGS INC
CALIBER HOLDINGS CORP GOODYEAR TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY (THE)
CARLISLE COMPANIES INC GREAT DANE LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
CARMAX GROUP GROUP 1 AUTOMOTIVE INC
CARQUEST CORP GROUP LOTUS PLC
CATERPILLAR INC GUARDIAN INDUSTRIES CORP
CERADYNE GULF STATES TOYOTA INC
CHAPMAN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP LLC HARLEY-DAVIDSON INC
CHRYSLER FINANCIAL SERVICES LLC HENDRICK AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
CHRYSLER LLC HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS INC
CLARCOR INC HILITE INTERNATIONAL
CLARION CO LTD HONDA MOTOR CO LTD
COAST DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM INC INGERSOLL-RAND COMPANY LIMITED
COBALT GROUP (THE) INTERMET CORPORATION
COLLINS INDUSTRIES INC INTERSTATE BATTERY SYSTEM OF AMERICA
COMMERCIAL VEHICLE GROUP INC (CVG) ISUZU MOTORS AMERICA INC
COMPAGNIE GENERALE DES ETABLISSEMENTS JAGUAR CARS LTD
MICHELIN JAYCO INC
COMPAGNIE PLASTIC OMNIUM JB POINDEXTER & CO INC
CONTINENTAL AG JD POWER & ASSOCIATES
COOPER TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY JM FAMILY ENTERPRISES
COPART INC JOHNSON CONTROLS INC
CUMMINS INC KAWASAKI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD
DAIMLER AG KEY SAFETY SYSTEMS INC
DAVID MCDAVID AUTO GROUP KEYSTONE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRIES INC
DAVID WILSON'S AUTOMOTIVE GROUP LAND ROVER
DEERE & CO LARRY H MILLER GROUP
DELPHI CORP LDI LTD
DENSO CORPORATION LEAR CORP
DISCOUNT TIRE CO LITHIA MOTORS INC
DOLLAR THRIFTY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC LKQ CORP
DONLEN CORPORATION LOJACK CORP
DRIVETIME AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC MAACO ENTERPRISES INC
E I DU PONT DE NEMOURS & CO (DUPONT) MACK TRUCKS INC
EAGLEPICHER CORPORATION MAZDA MOTOR CORPORATION
EARL SCHEIB INC MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS
EARNHARDT'S AUTO CENTERS MERCEDES-BENZ CREDIT CORPORATION
EATON CORP MERCEDES-BENZ USA LLC
ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR MIDAS INC
FEDERAL MOGUL CORP MODINE MANUFACTURING COMPANY
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MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES INTERNATIONAL YAZAKI NORTH AMERICA INC


NAVISTAR INC ZAP
NAVISTAR INTERNATIONAL CORP ZF FRIEDRICHSHAFEN AG
NISSAN MOTOR CO LTD ZIEBART INTERNATIONAL CORP
ONYX ACCEPTANCE CORP
O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE INC MIDWEST
PACCAR INC 3M COMPANY
PARK-OHIO HOLDINGS CORP AAMCO TRANSMISSIONS INC
PENSKE AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC AB VOLVO
PENSKE CORPORATION ABC GROUP
PEP BOYS-MANNY MOE & JACK (THE) ACCURIDE CORPORATION
PILKINGTON PLC ADESA INC
PLASTECH ENGINEERED PRODUCTS ADVANCE AUTO PARTS INC
POLARIS INDUSTRIES INC ADVANCED ACCESSORY SYSTEMS LLC
POTAMKIN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP AG SIMPSON AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS
PPG INDUSTRIES INC AISAN INDUSTRY CO LTD
PROGRESSIVE CORPORATION (THE) ALLIED SYSTEMS HOLDINGS INC
PROLIANCE INTERNATIONAL INC ALLSTATE CORPORATION (THE)
REMY INTERNATIONAL INC ALPS AUTOMOTIVE INC
RENT-A-WRECK OF AMERICA INC ALPS ELECTRIC CO LTD
RUSH ENTERPRISES INC AM GENERAL LLC
SAAB CARS USA INC AMERCO
SATURN CORP AMERICAN AXLE & MANUFACTURING HOLDINGS
SCANIA AB INC
SEARS HOLDINGS CORPORATION AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO INC
SEQUA CORP AMERICAN TIRE DISTRIBUTORS
SIEMENS AG AMERICA'S CAR-MART INC
SKYLINE CORPORATION AMERIGON INC
SONIC AUTOMOTIVE INC APPLIED INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGIES INC
SPECIAL DEVICES INCORPORATED ARCTIC CAT INC
SPECTRA PREMIUM INDUSTRIES INC ARVINMERITOR INC
STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS INC ASAHI GLASS COMPANY LIMITED
STATE FARM INSURANCE COMPANIES ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC
STERLING AUTOBODY CENTERS ASC INCORPORATED
STONERIDGE INC ASTON MARTIN LAGONDA LTD
STRATTEC SECURITY CORP ASV INC
SUPREME INDUSTRIES INC ATC TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION
TBC CORPORATION ATS AUTOMATION TOOLING SYSTEMS INC
TELEFLEX INC AUDI AG
TESLA MOTORS INC AUDI OF AMERICA INC
TI AUTOMOTIVE AUTOALLIANCE INTERNATIONAL INC
TITAN INTERNATIONAL INC AUTOBYTEL INC
TOYODA GOSEI CO LTD AUTOCAM CORPORATION
TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION AUTOLIV INC
TOYOTA MOTOR CREDIT CORP AUTONATION INC
TREADWAYS CORP AUTOZONE INC
TRELLEBORG AB BENTELER GROUP (THE)
TRW AUTOMOTIVE HOLDINGS CORP BENTLEY MOTORS
UNI-SELECT INC BERU AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT
UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURING CO BMW OF NORTH AMERICA LLC
VANGUARD CAR RENTAL USA INC BOB ROHRMAN AUTO GROUP
VISTEON CORPORATION BORGWARNER INC
VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA INC BRIDGESTONE BANDAG LLC
VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA INC BRIDGESTONE CORPORATION
VT INC CALSONIC KANSEI CORPORATION
WABASH NATIONAL CORP CARLISLE COMPANIES INC
WAL-MART STORES INC CARMAX GROUP
YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD CARQUEST CORP
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CATERPILLAR INC GEICO CORPORATION


CENGAGE LEARNING GENERAL MOTORS CORP (GM)
CERADYNE GENTEK INC
CERBERUS CAPITAL MANAGEMENT LP GENTEX CORPORATION
CHRYSLER FINANCIAL SERVICES LLC GENUINE PARTS COMPANY
CHRYSLER LLC GEORG FISCHER LTD
CLARCOR INC GKN PLC
CLARION CO LTD GLOBAL MOTORSPORT GROUP INC
COACHMEN INDUSTRIES INC GMAC FINANCIAL SERVICES
COAST DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM INC GMAC INSURANCE HOLDINGS INC
COBALT GROUP (THE) GOODYEAR TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY (THE)
COLLINS INDUSTRIES INC GREAT DANE LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
COMMERCIAL VEHICLE GROUP INC (CVG) GROUP 1 AUTOMOTIVE INC
COMPAGNIE GENERALE DES ETABLISSEMENTS GROUP LOTUS PLC
MICHELIN GUARDIAN INDUSTRIES CORP
COMPAGNIE PLASTIC OMNIUM GUIDE CORP
CONSUMER PORTFOLIO SERVICES INC GULF STREAM COACH INC
CONTINENTAL AG HAHN AUTOMOTIVE WAREHOUSE INC
CONTINENTAL MOTORS GROUP HARLEY-DAVIDSON INC
COOPER TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY HAYES LEMMERZ INTERNATIONAL INC
COPART INC HELLA KGAA HUECK & CO.
CREDIT ACCEPTANCE CORP HENDRICK AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
CUMMINS INC HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS INC
DAIMLER AG HILITE INTERNATIONAL
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA LLC HINO MOTORS LTD
DANA HOLDINGS CORPORATION HONDA MOTOR CO LTD
DEERE & CO HONDA OF AMERICA MFG INC
DELPHI CORP HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
DENSO CORPORATION HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY
DISCOUNT TIRE CO INGERSOLL-RAND COMPANY LIMITED
DOLLAR THRIFTY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC INTERMET CORPORATION
DONLEN CORPORATION INTERSTATE BATTERY SYSTEM OF AMERICA
DORMAN PRODUCTS INC ISUZU MOTORS AMERICA INC
E I DU PONT DE NEMOURS & CO (DUPONT) ISUZU MOTORS LTD
EAGLE OTTAWA LEATHER COMPANY LLC JAGUAR CARS LTD
EAGLEPICHER CORPORATION JASON INCORPORATED
EARL SCHEIB INC JAYCO INC
EAST PENN MANUFACTURING CO INC JB POINDEXTER & CO INC
EATON CORP JD POWER & ASSOCIATES
ELDER AUTOMOTIVE GROUP JL FRENCH AUTOMOTIVE CASTINGS
ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR JM FAMILY ENTERPRISES
FAURECIA SA JOHNSON CONTROLS INC
FEDERAL MOGUL CORP JORDAN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
FEDERAL SIGNAL CORP KAR HOLDINGS INC
FERRARI SPA KAWASAKI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD
FINANCIAL FEDERAL CORP KELLEY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
FINDLAY INDUSTRIES INC KEY PLASTICS LLC
FINISHMASTER INC KEY SAFETY SYSTEMS INC
FIRST INVESTORS FINANCIAL SERVICES GROUP KEYSTONE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRIES INC
INC KIA MOTORS CORPORATION
FISHER & COMPANY INC KOITO MANUFACTURING CO LTD
FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES INC KOLBENSCHMIDT PIERBURG AG
FLETCHER JONES MANAGEMENT GROUP INC KUMHO TIRE CO LTD
FORD MOTOR CO LACKS ENTERPRISES INC
FORD MOTOR CREDIT CO LAND ROVER
FUEL SYSTEMS SOLUTIONS INC LDI LTD
FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD (SUBARU) LEAR CORP
GE EQUIPMENT SERVICES LINAMAR CORP
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LITHIA MOTORS INC RUSS DARROW GROUP INC


LKQ CORP SAAB CARS USA INC
LUCOR INC SALEEN INC
LUND INTERNATIONAL INC SAM SWOPE AUTO GROUP INC
LUPIENT AUTOMOTIVE GROUP SANLUIS CORPORACION SAB DE CV
MAACO ENTERPRISES INC SATURN CORP
MACK TRUCKS INC SEARS HOLDINGS CORPORATION
MAGNA DONNELLY SEQUA CORP
MAGNA INTERNATIONAL INC SHANGHAI AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY CORP (SAIC)
MAGNETI MARELLI HOLDING SPA SIEGEL-ROBERT INC
MAZDA MOTOR CORPORATION SIEMENS AG
MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS SKYLINE CORPORATION
MCLAREN PERFORMANCE TECHNOLOGIES SONIC AUTOMOTIVE INC
MERCEDES-BENZ USA LLC SPARTAN MOTORS INC
MERIDIAN AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS INC SPECTRA PREMIUM INDUSTRIES INC
METALDYNE CORP SPITZER MANAGEMENT INC
MIDAS INC STACKPOLE LIMITED COMPANY
MITSUBISHI MOTORS CORP STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS INC
MODINE MANUFACTURING COMPANY STATE FARM INSURANCE COMPANIES
MONACO COACH CORP STERLING AUTOBODY CENTERS
MONRO MUFFLER BRAKE INC STONERIDGE INC
MONTUPET SA STRATTEC SECURITY CORP
MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES INTERNATIONAL SUPERIOR INDUSTRIES INTERNATIONAL INC
NAVISTAR INC SUPREME INDUSTRIES INC
NAVISTAR INTERNATIONAL CORP TELEFLEX INC
NAVTEQ CORPORATION TENNECO INC
NEWCOR INC THOR INDUSTRIES INC
NEWMAR CORP TI AUTOMOTIVE
NIHON PLAST CO LTD TITAN INTERNATIONAL INC
NIPPON PISTON RING CO LTD TOKAI RIKA CO LTD
NISSAN MOTOR CO LTD TOWER AUTOMOTIVE LLC
NOBLE INTERNATIONAL LTD TOYO TIRE & RUBBER CO LTD
NYX INC TOYODA GOSEI CO LTD
ONSTAR CORPORATION TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION
ONYX ACCEPTANCE CORP TOYOTA MOTOR CREDIT CORP
ORBITAL CORPORATION LTD TREADWAYS CORP
O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE INC TRELLEBORG AB
OSHKOSH CORPORATION TRW AUTOMOTIVE HOLDINGS CORP
PACCAR INC UNI-SELECT INC
PARK-OHIO HOLDINGS CORP UTILIMASTER CORP
PENSKE AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURING CO
PENSKE CORPORATION VALEO
PEP BOYS-MANNY MOE & JACK (THE) VANGUARD CAR RENTAL USA INC
PETERSON MANUFACTURING CO VISTEON CORPORATION
PILKINGTON PLC VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA INC
PLASTECH ENGINEERED PRODUCTS VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA INC
POLARIS INDUSTRIES INC VT INC
PPG INDUSTRIES INC WABASH NATIONAL CORP
PROGRESSIVE CORPORATION (THE) WAGON PLC
PROLIANCE INTERNATIONAL INC WAL-MART STORES INC
REMY INTERNATIONAL INC WANXIANG AMERICA CORPORATION
RENT-A-WRECK OF AMERICA INC WANXIANG GROUP CORPORATION
RHEINMETALL AG WESCAST INDUSTRIES INC
RICART AUTOMOTIVE INC WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES INC
RIETER HOLDING LTD YAZAKI NORTH AMERICA INC
RIZZA AUTOMOTIVE GROUP ZAP
ROBERT BOSCH GMBH ZF FRIEDRICHSHAFEN AG
RUSH ENTERPRISES INC ZIEBART INTERNATIONAL CORP
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SOUTHEAST CUMMINS INC


3M COMPANY DAIMLER AG
AAMCO TRANSMISSIONS INC DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA LLC
AB VOLVO DANA HOLDINGS CORPORATION
ABC GROUP DARCARS AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
ACCURIDE CORPORATION DEERE & CO
ADESA INC DELPHI CORP
ADVANCE AUTO PARTS INC DENSO CORPORATION
AG SIMPSON AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS DISCOUNT TIRE CO
ALLIED SYSTEMS HOLDINGS INC DOLLAR THRIFTY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC
ALLSTATE CORPORATION (THE) DONLEN CORPORATION
ALPS AUTOMOTIVE INC DORMAN PRODUCTS INC
ALPS ELECTRIC CO LTD DRIVETIME AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC
AMERCO E I DU PONT DE NEMOURS & CO (DUPONT)
AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO INC EAGLEPICHER CORPORATION
AMERICAN TIRE DISTRIBUTORS EARL SCHEIB INC
AMERICA'S CAR-MART INC EATON CORP
APPLIED INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGIES INC ELDER AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
ARVINMERITOR INC ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR
ASAHI GLASS COMPANY LIMITED FAURECIA SA
ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC FEDERAL MOGUL CORP
ASTON MARTIN LAGONDA LTD FEDERAL SIGNAL CORP
AUDI AG FERRARI SPA
AUDI OF AMERICA INC FINDLAY INDUSTRIES INC
AUTONATION INC FINISHMASTER INC
AUTOZONE INC FIRST INVESTORS FINANCIAL SERVICES GROUP
BENTLEY MOTORS INC
BILL HEARD ENTERPRISES FISHER & COMPANY INC
BLUE BIRD CORPORATION FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES INC
BMW OF NORTH AMERICA LLC FORD MOTOR CO
BRAMAN MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION FORD MOTOR CREDIT CO
BRIDGESTONE BANDAG LLC GE EQUIPMENT SERVICES
BRIDGESTONE CORPORATION GEICO CORPORATION
BROWN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP LTD GENERAL MOTORS CORP (GM)
CALSONIC KANSEI CORPORATION GENTEK INC
CARLISLE COMPANIES INC GENUINE PARTS COMPANY
CARMAX GROUP GEORG FISCHER LTD
CARQUEST CORP GKN PLC
CATERPILLAR INC GLOBAL MOTORSPORT GROUP INC
CERADYNE GMAC FINANCIAL SERVICES
CERBERUS CAPITAL MANAGEMENT LP GMAC INSURANCE HOLDINGS INC
CHRYSLER FINANCIAL SERVICES LLC GOODYEAR TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY (THE)
CHRYSLER LLC GREAT DANE LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
CLARCOR INC GROUP 1 AUTOMOTIVE INC
CLARION CO LTD GROUP LOTUS PLC
COACHMEN INDUSTRIES INC GUARDIAN INDUSTRIES CORP
COAST DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM INC GUIDE CORP
COBALT GROUP (THE) GULF STATES TOYOTA INC
COLLINS INDUSTRIES INC HARLEY-DAVIDSON INC
COMMERCIAL VEHICLE GROUP INC (CVG) HAYES LEMMERZ INTERNATIONAL INC
COMPAGNIE GENERALE DES ETABLISSEMENTS HELLA KGAA HUECK & CO.
MICHELIN HENDRICK AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
COMPAGNIE PLASTIC OMNIUM HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS INC
CONSUMER PORTFOLIO SERVICES INC HINO MOTORS LTD
CONTINENTAL AG HOLMAN ENTERPRISES
COOPER TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY HONDA MOTOR CO LTD
COPART INC HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
CUMMINS FILTRATION HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY
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INGERSOLL-RAND COMPANY LIMITED PROTON HOLDINGS BERHAD


INTERMET CORPORATION REMY INTERNATIONAL INC
INTERSTATE BATTERY SYSTEM OF AMERICA RENT-A-WRECK OF AMERICA INC
ISUZU MOTORS AMERICA INC RIETER HOLDING LTD
JAGUAR CARS LTD ROBERT BOSCH GMBH
JASON INCORPORATED RUSH ENTERPRISES INC
JAYCO INC SAAB AUTOMOBILE AB
JB POINDEXTER & CO INC SAAB CARS USA INC
JM FAMILY ENTERPRISES SATURN CORP
JOHNSON CONTROLS INC SEARS HOLDINGS CORPORATION
KAR HOLDINGS INC SEQUA CORP
KELLEY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP SIEGEL-ROBERT INC
KEY SAFETY SYSTEMS INC SIEMENS AG
KEYSTONE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRIES INC SKYLINE CORPORATION
KIA MOTORS CORPORATION SONIC AUTOMOTIVE INC
LAND ROVER SPITZER MANAGEMENT INC
LDI LTD STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS INC
LEAR CORP STATE FARM INSURANCE COMPANIES
LKQ CORP STELLICAN LTD
LOJACK CORP STERLING AUTOBODY CENTERS
LUCOR INC STONERIDGE INC
LUND INTERNATIONAL INC SUPERIOR INDUSTRIES INTERNATIONAL INC
MAACO ENTERPRISES INC SUPREME INDUSTRIES INC
MACK TRUCKS INC SUZUKI MOTOR CORPORATION
MAGNA INTERNATIONAL INC TBC CORPORATION
MARANGONI SPA TELEFLEX INC
MAZDA MOTOR CORPORATION TENNECO INC
MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS TI AUTOMOTIVE
MERCEDES-BENZ USA LLC TITAN INTERNATIONAL INC
MERIDIAN AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS INC TOWER AUTOMOTIVE LLC
MIDAS INC TOYO TIRE & RUBBER CO LTD
MILLER INDUSTRIES INC TOYOTA AUTO BODY CO LTD
MODINE MANUFACTURING COMPANY TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION
MONACO COACH CORP TOYOTA MOTOR CREDIT CORP
MORSE OPERATIONS INC TREADWAYS CORP
MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES INTERNATIONAL TRELLEBORG AB
MOTORCAR PARTS OF AMERICA INC TRW AUTOMOTIVE HOLDINGS CORP
NAVISTAR INC UNI-SELECT INC
NAVISTAR INTERNATIONAL CORP UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURING CO
NIHON PLAST CO LTD VALEO
NISSAN MOTOR CO LTD VANGUARD CAR RENTAL USA INC
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA INC VISTEON CORPORATION
NYX INC VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA INC
ONYX ACCEPTANCE CORP VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA INC
O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE INC WABASH NATIONAL CORP
OSHKOSH CORPORATION WAL-MART STORES INC
PACCAR INC YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD
PARK-OHIO HOLDINGS CORP YAZAKI NORTH AMERICA INC
PENSKE AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC ZAP
PENSKE CORPORATION ZF FRIEDRICHSHAFEN AG
PEP BOYS-MANNY MOE & JACK (THE) ZIEBART INTERNATIONAL CORP
PILKINGTON PLC
PLASTECH ENGINEERED PRODUCTS NORTHEAST
POLARIS INDUSTRIES INC 3M COMPANY
POTAMKIN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP AAMCO TRANSMISSIONS INC
PPG INDUSTRIES INC AB VOLVO
PROGRESSIVE CORPORATION (THE) ACCURIDE CORPORATION
PROLIANCE INTERNATIONAL INC ADESA INC
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ALLIED SYSTEMS HOLDINGS INC DOLLAR THRIFTY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC
ALLSTATE CORPORATION (THE) DONLEN CORPORATION
ALPS ELECTRIC CO LTD DORMAN PRODUCTS INC
AMERCO DRIVETIME AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC
AMERICAN AXLE & MANUFACTURING HOLDINGS DUCATI MOTOR HOLDING SPA
INC E I DU PONT DE NEMOURS & CO (DUPONT)
AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO INC EAGLEPICHER CORPORATION
AMERICAN TIRE DISTRIBUTORS EARL SCHEIB INC
APPLIED INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGIES INC EAST PENN MANUFACTURING CO INC
ARVINMERITOR INC EATON CORP
ASAHI GLASS COMPANY LIMITED ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR
ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC FAULKNER ORGANIZATION (THE)
ASTON MARTIN LAGONDA LTD FEDERAL MOGUL CORP
ATS AUTOMATION TOOLING SYSTEMS INC FEDERAL SIGNAL CORP
AUDI AG FERRARI SPA
AUDI OF AMERICA INC FINANCIAL FEDERAL CORP
AUTOCAM CORPORATION FINDLAY INDUSTRIES INC
AUTONATION INC FINISHMASTER INC
AUTOZONE INC FIRST INVESTORS FINANCIAL SERVICES GROUP
BENTLEY MOTORS INC
BMW (BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE AG) FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES INC
BMW MANUFACTURING CORP FORD MOTOR CO
BMW OF NORTH AMERICA LLC FORD MOTOR CREDIT CO
BORGWARNER INC FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD (SUBARU)
BRIDGESTONE BANDAG LLC GE EQUIPMENT SERVICES
BRIDGESTONE CORPORATION GEICO CORPORATION
BROWN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP LTD GENERAL MOTORS CORP (GM)
CARLISLE COMPANIES INC GENTEK INC
CARMAX GROUP GENUINE PARTS COMPANY
CARQUEST CORP GEORG FISCHER LTD
CATERPILLAR INC GKN PLC
CENGAGE LEARNING GLOBAL MOTORSPORT GROUP INC
CERADYNE GMAC FINANCIAL SERVICES
CERBERUS CAPITAL MANAGEMENT LP GMAC INSURANCE HOLDINGS INC
CHRYSLER FINANCIAL SERVICES LLC GOODYEAR TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY (THE)
CHRYSLER LLC GREAT DANE LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
CLARCOR INC GROUP 1 AUTOMOTIVE INC
COACHMEN INDUSTRIES INC GROUP LOTUS PLC
COAST DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM INC GUARDIAN INDUSTRIES CORP
COBALT GROUP (THE) HAHN AUTOMOTIVE WAREHOUSE INC
COMMERCIAL VEHICLE GROUP INC (CVG) HANKOOK TIRE CO LTD
COMPAGNIE GENERALE DES ETABLISSEMENTS HARLEY-DAVIDSON INC
MICHELIN HELLA KGAA HUECK & CO.
COMPAGNIE PLASTIC OMNIUM HENDRICK AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
CONSUMER PORTFOLIO SERVICES INC HERB CHAMBERS COMPANIES (THE)
CONTINENTAL AG HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS INC
COOPER TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY HINO MOTORS LTD
COPART INC HOLMAN ENTERPRISES
CUMMINS INC HOMETOWN AUTO RETAILERS INC
DAIMLER AG HONDA MOTOR CO LTD
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA LLC HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
DANA HOLDINGS CORPORATION HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY
DARCARS AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INERGY AUTOMOTIVE
DEERE & CO INGERSOLL-RAND COMPANY LIMITED
DEI HOLDINGS INC INTERMET CORPORATION
DELPHI CORP INTERSTATE BATTERY SYSTEM OF AMERICA
DENSO CORPORATION ISUZU MOTORS AMERICA INC
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JAGUAR CARS LTD PROLIANCE INTERNATIONAL INC


JASON INCORPORATED PSA PEUGEOT CITROEN SA
JAYCO INC REMY INTERNATIONAL INC
JB POINDEXTER & CO INC RENT-A-WRECK OF AMERICA INC
JD POWER & ASSOCIATES RHEINMETALL AG
JIM KOONS AUTOMOTIVE COMPANIES INC ROSENTHAL AUTOMOTIVE ORGANIZATION
JM FAMILY ENTERPRISES SAAB CARS USA INC
JOHNSON CONTROLS INC SANSONE AUTO NETWORK
KAWASAKI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD SATURN CORP
KEY PLASTICS LLC SEARS HOLDINGS CORPORATION
KEYSTONE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRIES INC SEGWAY LLC
KOLBENSCHMIDT PIERBURG AG SEQUA CORP
KUMHO TIRE CO LTD SHEEHY AUTO STORES
LACKS ENTERPRISES INC SIEMENS AG
LAND ROVER SIRIUS XM RADIO INC
LDI LTD SKYLINE CORPORATION
LEAR CORP SOGEFI SPA
LENDINGTREE LLC SONIC AUTOMOTIVE INC
LKQ CORP SPARTAN MOTORS INC
LOJACK CORP SPITZER MANAGEMENT INC
LUCOR INC STANADYNE CORPORATION
MAACO ENTERPRISES INC STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS INC
MACK TRUCKS INC STATE FARM INSURANCE COMPANIES
MAGNA INTERNATIONAL INC STELLICAN LTD
MAJOR AUTOMOTIVE COMPANIES INC STERLING AUTOBODY CENTERS
MAZDA MOTOR CORPORATION STONERIDGE INC
MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS SUPREME INDUSTRIES INC
MERCEDES-BENZ USA LLC TATA GROUP
MERIDIAN AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS INC TELEFLEX INC
METALDYNE CORP TENNECO INC
MIDAS INC TI AUTOMOTIVE
MILLER INDUSTRIES INC TITAN INTERNATIONAL INC
MITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA INC TORESCO ENTERPRISES INC
MODINE MANUFACTURING COMPANY TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION
MONRO MUFFLER BRAKE INC TOYOTA MOTOR CREDIT CORP
MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES INTERNATIONAL TREADWAYS CORP
MOTORCAR PARTS OF AMERICA INC TRELLEBORG AB
NAVISTAR INC TRW AUTOMOTIVE HOLDINGS CORP
NAVISTAR INTERNATIONAL CORP UNI-SELECT INC
NISSAN MOTOR CO LTD UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURING CO
NOBLE INTERNATIONAL LTD VALEO
ONSTAR CORPORATION VANGUARD CAR RENTAL USA INC
ONYX ACCEPTANCE CORP VISTEON CORPORATION
ORBITAL CORPORATION LTD VOLKSWAGEN AG
O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE INC VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA INC
ORION BUS INDUSTRIES VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA INC
OSHKOSH CORPORATION WABASH NATIONAL CORP
OURISMAN AUTOMOTIVE ENTERPRISES WAL-MART STORES INC
PACCAR INC YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD
PARK-OHIO HOLDINGS CORP YAZAKI NORTH AMERICA INC
PENSKE AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC ZAP
PENSKE CORPORATION ZF FRIEDRICHSHAFEN AG
PEP BOYS-MANNY MOE & JACK (THE) ZIEBART INTERNATIONAL CORP
PILKINGTON PLC
POLARIS INDUSTRIES INC
POTAMKIN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
PPG INDUSTRIES INC
PROGRESSIVE CORPORATION (THE)
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INDEX OF FIRMS WITH OPERATIONS CERBERUS CAPITAL MANAGEMENT LP


OUTSIDE THE U.S. CHRYSLER CANADA INC
CHRYSLER FINANCIAL SERVICES LLC
CHRYSLER LLC
3M COMPANY
CLARCOR INC
AAMCO TRANSMISSIONS INC
CLARION CO LTD
AB VOLVO
COACHMEN INDUSTRIES INC
ABC GROUP
COAST DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM INC
ACCURIDE CORPORATION
COMMERCIAL VEHICLE GROUP INC (CVG)
ADA
COMPAGNIE GENERALE DES ETABLISSEMENTS
ADAM OPEL AG
MICHELIN
ADESA INC
COMPAGNIE PLASTIC OMNIUM
ADVANCE AUTO PARTS INC
CONTINENTAL AG
ADVANCED ACCESSORY SYSTEMS LLC
COOPER TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY
AG SIMPSON AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS
COPART INC
AISAN INDUSTRY CO LTD
CUMMINS FILTRATION
AISIN SEIKI CO LTD
CUMMINS INC
ALLIED SYSTEMS HOLDINGS INC
DAIHATSU MOTOR CO LTD
ALLSTATE CORPORATION (THE)
DAIMLER AG
ALPS AUTOMOTIVE INC
DAIMLER FINANCIAL SERVICES AG
ALPS ELECTRIC CO LTD
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA LLC
AMERCO
DANA HOLDINGS CORPORATION
AMERICAN AXLE & MANUFACTURING HOLDINGS
DAVID WILSON'S AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
INC
DEERE & CO
APPLIED INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGIES INC
DEI HOLDINGS INC
ARCTIC CAT INC
DELPHI CORP
ARVINMERITOR INC
DENSO CORPORATION
ASAHI GLASS COMPANY LIMITED
DEUTZ AG
ASTON MARTIN LAGONDA LTD
DOLLAR THRIFTY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC
ATC TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION
DONGFENG MOTOR CORPORATION
ATS AUTOMATION TOOLING SYSTEMS INC
DONLEN CORPORATION
ATX GROUP INC
DORMAN PRODUCTS INC
AUDI AG
DUCATI MOTOR HOLDING SPA
AUTOCAM CORPORATION
E I DU PONT DE NEMOURS & CO (DUPONT)
AUTOLIV INC
EAGLE OTTAWA LEATHER COMPANY LLC
AUTOMOBILI LAMBORGHINI HOLDING SPA
EAGLEPICHER CORPORATION
AUTOZONE INC
EATON CORP
AVIS EUROPE PLC
EDARAN OTOMOBIL NASIONAL BERHAD
AVTOVAZ OAO
ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR
BENTELER GROUP (THE)
FAURECIA SA
BENTLEY MOTORS
FEDERAL MOGUL CORP
BERU AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT
FEDERAL SIGNAL CORP
BETTER PLACE
FERRARI SPA
BLUE BIRD CORPORATION
FIAT SPA
BMW (BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE AG)
FINDLAY INDUSTRIES INC
BORGWARNER INC
FIRST AUTOMOTIVE GROUP CORPORATION
BREMBO SPA
FISHER & COMPANY INC
BRIDGESTONE BANDAG LLC
FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES INC
BRIDGESTONE CORPORATION
FORD MOTOR CO
BRILLIANCE CHINA AUTOMOTIVE HOLDINGS
FORD MOTOR COMPANY OF CANADA
LIMITED
FORD MOTOR CREDIT CO
CALSONIC KANSEI CORPORATION
FUEL SYSTEMS SOLUTIONS INC
CAMI AUTOMOTIVE INC
FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD (SUBARU)
CANADIAN TIRE CORP LTD
GAZ GROUP
CARLISLE COMPANIES INC
GE EQUIPMENT SERVICES
CARQUEST CORP
GENERAL MOTORS CORP (GM)
CATERPILLAR INC
GENERAL MOTORS OF CANADA LTD
CENGAGE LEARNING
GENTEK INC
CERADYNE
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GENUINE PARTS COMPANY MARUTI SUZUKI INDIA LIMITED
GEORG FISCHER LTD MAYBACH
GKN PLC MAZDA MOTOR CORPORATION
GLOBAL MOTORSPORT GROUP INC MERIDIAN AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS INC
GM DAEWOO AUTO AND TECHNOLOGY CO METALDYNE CORP
GM HOLDEN LTD MIDAS INC
GMAC FINANCIAL SERVICES MILLER INDUSTRIES INC
GMAC INSURANCE HOLDINGS INC MITSUBISHI MOTORS CORP
GOODYEAR TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY (THE) MODINE MANUFACTURING COMPANY
GREAT DANE LIMITED PARTNERSHIP MONTUPET SA
GROUP 1 AUTOMOTIVE INC MORGAN MOTOR COMPANY (THE)
GROUP LOTUS PLC MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES INTERNATIONAL
GUARDIAN INDUSTRIES CORP MOTORCAR PARTS OF AMERICA INC
GUIDE CORP NAVISTAR INC
HANKOOK TIRE CO LTD NAVISTAR INTERNATIONAL CORP
HARLEY-DAVIDSON INC NAVTEQ CORPORATION
HAYES LEMMERZ INTERNATIONAL INC NIHON PLAST CO LTD
HELLA KGAA HUECK & CO. NIPPON PISTON RING CO LTD
HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS INC NISSAN DIESEL MOTOR CO LTD
HILITE INTERNATIONAL NISSAN MOTOR CO LTD
HINO MOTORS LTD NISSAN NORTH AMERICA INC
HONDA MOTOR CO LTD NISSAN SHATAI CO LTD
HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY NOBLE INTERNATIONAL LTD
INCHCAPE PLC NYX INC
INERGY AUTOMOTIVE OMERS CAPITAL PARTNERS INC
INGERSOLL-RAND COMPANY LIMITED ONSTAR CORPORATION
INTERNET BRANDS INC ORBITAL CORPORATION LTD
INTERSTATE BATTERY SYSTEM OF AMERICA ORION BUS INDUSTRIES
ISUZU MOTORS LTD OSHKOSH CORPORATION
JAGUAR CARS LTD PACCAR INC
JARDINE CYCLE AND CARRIAGE PANASONIC EV ENERGY CO LTD
JASON INCORPORATED PARK-OHIO HOLDINGS CORP
JAYCO INC PENSKE AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC
JB POINDEXTER & CO INC PENSKE CORPORATION
JD POWER & ASSOCIATES PEP BOYS-MANNY MOE & JACK (THE)
JL FRENCH AUTOMOTIVE CASTINGS PIAGGIO & C SPA
JM FAMILY ENTERPRISES PILKINGTON PLC
JOHNSON CONTROLS INC PININFARINA SPA
KANTO AUTO WORKS LTD PIRELLI AND C SPA
KAWASAKI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD POLARIS INDUSTRIES INC
KEY PLASTICS LLC PORSCHE AUTOMOBIL HOLDING SE
KEY SAFETY SYSTEMS INC PPG INDUSTRIES INC
KEYSTONE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRIES INC PROLIANCE INTERNATIONAL INC
KIA MOTORS CORPORATION PROTON HOLDINGS BERHAD
KOITO MANUFACTURING CO LTD PSA PEUGEOT CITROEN SA
KOLBENSCHMIDT PIERBURG AG PT ASTRA INTERNATIONAL TBK
KUMHO TIRE CO LTD REMY INTERNATIONAL INC
LACKS ENTERPRISES INC RENAULT SA
LAND ROVER RENT-A-WRECK OF AMERICA INC
LEAR CORP RHEINMETALL AG
LINAMAR CORP RIETER HOLDING LTD
LOJACK CORP ROBERT BOSCH GMBH
MAACO ENTERPRISES INC ROLLS ROYCE MOTOR CAR LIMITED
MACK TRUCKS INC RYBROOK HOLDINGS LIMITED
MAGNA DONNELLY RYGOR GROUP LTD
MAGNA INTERNATIONAL INC SAAB AUTOMOBILE AB
MAGNETI MARELLI HOLDING SPA SAIC-GM-WULING AUTOMOBILE COMPANY
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SCANIA AB WANXIANG GROUP CORPORATION
SEARS HOLDINGS CORPORATION WESCAST INDUSTRIES INC
SEAT SA YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD
SEQUA CORP YAZAKI NORTH AMERICA INC
SHANGHAI AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY CORP (SAIC) YULON MOTOR CO LTD
SIEGEL-ROBERT INC ZF FRIEDRICHSHAFEN AG
SIEMENS AG ZIEBART INTERNATIONAL CORP
SIRIUS XM RADIO INC
SIXT AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT
SKODA AUTO AS
SMART GMBH
SOGEFI SPA
SPECIAL DEVICES INCORPORATED
SPECTRA PREMIUM INDUSTRIES INC
SSANGYONG MOTOR CO
STACKPOLE LIMITED COMPANY
STANADYNE CORPORATION
STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS INC
STATE FARM INSURANCE COMPANIES
STELLICAN LTD
STERLING AUTOBODY CENTERS
STONERIDGE INC
STRATTEC SECURITY CORP
SUPERIOR INDUSTRIES INTERNATIONAL INC
SUZUKI MOTOR CORPORATION
SYTNER GROUP PLC
TATA GROUP
TATA MOTORS LIMITED
TBC CORPORATION
TELEFLEX INC
TENNECO INC
TESLA MOTORS INC
THOR INDUSTRIES INC
TI AUTOMOTIVE
TITAN INTERNATIONAL INC
TOKAI RIKA CO LTD
TOWER AUTOMOTIVE LLC
TOYO TIRE & RUBBER CO LTD
TOYODA GOSEI CO LTD
TOYOTA AUTO BODY CO LTD
TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION
TOYOTA MOTOR CREDIT CORP
TRELLEBORG AB
TRW AUTOMOTIVE HOLDINGS CORP
UNIPART GROUP OF COMPANIES
UNI-SELECT INC
UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURING CO
VALEO
VANGUARD CAR RENTAL USA INC
VAUXHALL MOTORS LTD
VISTEON CORPORATION
VOLKSWAGEN AG
VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA INC
VOLVO CAR CORPORATION
WABASH NATIONAL CORP
WAGON PLC
WAL-MART STORES INC
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3M COMPANY www.mmm.com
Industry Group Code: 339113 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Health Care Products
Specialty Materials & Textiles 3M Company is involved in the research, manufacturing and
Industrial Products marketing of a variety of products. The firm is organized into
Safety, Security & Protection Products six segments: health care; consumer and office; display and
Display & Graphics Products graphics; electronics and communications; industrial and
Consumer & Office Products transportation; and safety, security and protection. The
Electronics & Communications Products health care segment’s products include medical and surgical
Fuel-Cell Technology supplies, skin infection prevention products,
pharmaceuticals, drug delivery systems, orthodontic
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: products, health information systems and microbiology
Aearo Technologies Inc products. The consumer and office segment includes office
Les Entreprieses Solumed Inc
supply, stationery, construction, home improvement,
Quest Technologies Inc
ABRASIVOS SA
protective material and visual systems products. The display
Financiere Burgienne and graphics segment's products include optical film and
3M eStore lenses for electronic displays; touch screens and monitors;
screen filters; reflective sheeting; and commercial graphics
systems. The electronics and communications segment’s
products include packaging and interconnection devices
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be (used in circuits); fluids used in computer chips; high-
intentionally listed here more than once. temperature and display tapes; pressure-sensitive tapes and
George W. Buckley, CEO resins; and products for telecommunications systems. The
George W. Buckley, Pres. industrial and transportation segment’s products include
Patrick D. Campbell, CFO/Sr. VP vinyl, polyester, tapes, a variety of non-woven abrasives,
Robert D. MacDonald, Sr. VP-Mktg. & Sales adhesives, specialty materials, supply chain execution
Angela S. Lalor, Sr. VP-Human Resources software, filtration systems, paint finishing products,
Frederick J. Palensky, Exec. VP-R&D engineering fluids and components for catalytic converters.
Frederick J. Palensky, CTO The safety, security and protection services segment
Marschall I. Smith, General Counsel/Sr. VP-Legal Affairs
Brad T. Sauer, Exec. VP-Health Care Bus.
provides products for personal protection, safety and
H.C. Shin, Exec. VP-Industrial & Transportation Bus. security, energy control, commercial cleaning and protection,
Joe E. Harlan, Exec. VP-Electro & Comm. Bus. passports and secure cards. The company also maintains a
Moe S. Nozari, Exec. VP-Consumer & Office Bus. 3M eStore, providing easy access to its line of industrial
George W. Buckley, Chmn. products. Recent acquisitions include Aearo Technologies
Inge Thulin, Exec. VP-Int'l Oper. Inc.; Les Entreprieses Solumed Inc.; Quest Technologies
John K. Woodworth, Sr. VP-Corp. Supply Chain Oper. Inc.; ABRASIVOS S.A.; and Financiere Burgienne.
Phone: 651-733-1110 Fax: 651-733-9973 Employees are offered medical and dental insurance; health
Toll-Free: 800-364-3577 and dependent care reimbursement accounts; disability
Address: 3M Center, Bldg. 220-11W-02, St. Paul, MN 55144- benefits; life insurance; domestic partner benefits; profit
1000 US sharing; a management stock ownership program; a discount
stock purchase plan; a 401(k) plan; tuition reimbursement;
an employee assistance program; adoption assistance;
group auto and home insurance; and discounts on company
products.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $25,269,000 2008 Profits: $3,460,000 U.S. Stock Ticker: MMM
2007 Sales: $24,462,000 2007 Profits: $4,096,000 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $22,923,000 2006 Profits: $3,851,000 Employees: 79,183
2005 Sales: $21,167,000 2005 Profits: $3,111,000 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $20,011,000 2004 Profits: $2,841,000 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Y Profit Sharing: Y Top Exec. Salary: $1,670,000 Bonus: $4,521,495
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Y Second Exec. Salary: $728,900 Bonus: $1,075,266
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 3 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

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A123SYSTEMS www.a123systems.com
Industry Group Code: 335910 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Y Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Batteries, Design & Manufacture
Lithium-Ion Batteries A123Systems is the innovator of a powerful, long-lasting,
Nanotechnology environmentally safe Lithium-Ion battery derived from
Batteries for Electric Automobiles nanoscale materials, called Nanophosphate lithium battery
Nanophosphate technology. Founded in 2001 in Watertown, Massachusetts,
the company has gone beyond its MIT-research-based
design operations to make use of manufacturing space in the
U.S., China (through subsidiary A123Systems China),
Taiwan and Korea. The batteries, which currently take the
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: form of cylindrical cells, are presently in mass production
A123Systems China after successful testing and customer evaluation. The
Cobasys LLC
results indicate that this battery sports numerous features
Hymotion, Inc.
Battery Range Extender Modules
that set it apart from its sister products on the market. For
example, it was proven to have discharge rates as high as
100C; deliver power at 3000 watts per kilogram; a fast
charge time; high thermal conductivity; very little sensitivity to
environmental temperature; virtually no toxicity; and a long
cycle life. The battery design is capable of powering a
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be diverse range of high power rechargeable battery
intentionally listed here more than once. applications, including power tools; hybrid electric vehicles,
David Vieau, CEO power cells for which are developed through the firm’s
David Vieau, Pres. Hymotion division; heavy duty vehicle fleets; aviation
Michael Rubino, CFO propulsion systems; specialized military equipment, including
Evan Sanders, VP-Global Sales directed energy weapons and stealth drive applications; and
Andrew Cole, VP-Human Resources & Organizational Dev. medical devices. The firm has an agreement with General
Bart Riley, VP-R&D Motors Corp. (GM) to co-develop nanophosphate battery
Bart Riley, CTO cells for use in GM’s electric drive E-Flex system. However,
Michael Rubino, VP-Admin.
Eric J. Pyenson, General Counsel/VP
much of the production of batteries for Chevy's upcoming
Louis Golato, VP-Oper. Volt electric car may go to LG Chem. In April 2009, the
Ric Fulop, VP-Bus. Dev. company announced an agreement with Chrysler to provide
Justine Troy, Public Rel. batteries for a future Chrysler electric car. In March 2008,
Michael Rubino, VP-Finance the company was issued a patent for the Nanophosphate
Grace Chang, VP-Quality lithium ion battery technology. In January 2009, the
Robert J. Johnson, VP/Gen. Mgr.-Energy Solutions Group company announced plans to build lithium ion battery mass
Desh Deshpande, Chmn. product facilities in the U.S. and is currently waiting approval
Tao Zheng, Pres., A123Systems China for $1.84 billion in direct loans from the U.S. Department of
Phone: 617-778-5700 Fax: 617-778-5749 Energy.
Toll-Free:
Address: Arsenal on the Charles, 321 Arsenal St., Watertown,
MA 02472 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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AAMCO TRANSMISSIONS INC www.aamco.com


Industry Group Code: 811100 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Y Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Repair & Maintenance-Transmissions
Automatic Transmission Fluid AAMCO Transmissions, Inc., founded in 1963, is one of the
Bioethanol Conversion world's largest chains of auto transmission shops with more
than 800 independently owned and operated franchise
locations in the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico. AAMCO's
services include diagnostic, repair and maintenance services
for automatic and standard transmissions in cars and trucks;
free towing; external inspections; and estimates. The
company guarantees its services through a selection of six
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: warranty packages from 90-day limited contracts to lifetime
AAMCO Automatic Transmission Fluid coverage. AAMCO also offers a national fleet program in
AAMCO Synthetic Blend ATF
which more than 500 owners of large fleets of vehicles
AAMCO ATF D/M
AAMCO ATF+3
contract transmission services at discounted prices.
AAMCO ATF Type F Moreover, the firm manufactures a branded automatic
Cottman Transmissions transmission fluid, AAMCO Automatic Transmission Fluid
Flex-Box Smart Kit (ATF), which is marketed by Exxon Superflo. The
ExxonMobil subsidiary blends, packages and markets
AAMCO ATF and additional transmission fluid products
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be (AAMCO Mercon V, AAMCO Synthetic Blend ATF, AAMCO
intentionally listed here more than once. ATF D/M, AAMCO ATF+3 and AAMCO ATF Type F) through
Todd P. Leff, CEO automotive product retailers across North America. AAMCO
Todd P. Leff, Pres. completed a merger with Cottman Transmissions in 2006 to
Mike Sumsky, CFO create one of the country’s largest car care companies. The
Bruce Schmidt, VP-Mktg. merger expanded AAMCO’s repertoire to include services
Bill Larkin, VP-Tech. Svcs. such as electrical, brakes and complete driveline repairs and
Jim Goniea, General Counsel/VP-Law maintenance. In 2007, former NFL player Dan Wilkinson
Brian O’Donnell, Sr. VP-Oper. signed a development agreement to open a minimum of
Mike Sumsky, VP-Finance
Kevin Gordon, VP-Brand Dev.
seven new AAMCO centers throughout Ohio. More recently,
the firm launched its Eco-Green Auto Service at
Phone: 215-643-5885 Fax: 215-956-0340 approximately 40 locations in the U.S. which meet eco-
Toll-Free: 800-462-2626 friendly standards such as solvent and waste fluid recycling.
Address: 201 Gibraltar Rd., Horsham, PA 19044-2329 US These locations offer, in addition to standard AAMCO
services, a bioethanol fuel conversion kit called the Flex-Box
Smart Kit, developed in partnership with Flex Fuel U.S.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 160
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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AB VOLVO www.volvo.com
Industry Group Code: 336120 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Y Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Truck Manufacturer
Engines AB Volvo, also called the Volvo Group, is a world leader in
Buses the manufacture of automotive and other heavy machinery,
Aerospace Products namely trucks and buses, construction equipment and
Construction Equipment marine, industrial and aerospace components. The
Financial Services company has nine main remaining business areas: Volvo
Intelligent Transport Systems Trucks, Renault Trucks, Mack Trucks, Nissan Diesel, Buses,
Overhaul & Repair Services Construction Equipment, Volvo Penta, Volvo Aero and
Financial Services. The firm also has six business units
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: which support the business areas: Volvo 3P, Volvo
Volvo Trucks Powertrain, Volvo Parts, Volvo Technology, Volvo Logistics
Renault Trucks
and Volvo Information Technology. The 3P unit handles
Nissan Diesel Motor Co Ltd
Mack Trucks Inc
purchasing and product planning and development for the
Volvo Penta three truck businesses, Volvo, Renault and Mack, which
Volvo Aero mainly manufacture heavy-duty, long-haul trucks marketed in
Eicher Motors 130 countries worldwide. Powertrain supplies engine
drivelines for Volvo’s trucks, busses and Volvo Penta, an
engine manufacturer whose engines are used in shipping,
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be leisure boating, power plants and heavy equipment. The
intentionally listed here more than once. Parts unit supports aftermarket (often repair and
Leif Johansson, CEO replacement) activities; the Technology unit is mainly
Leif Johansson, Pres. involved in R&D; and the Logistics and IT units offer their
Mikael Bratt, CFO/Sr. VP solutions worldwide. Volvo Aero constructs military engines,
Stefan Johnsson, Sr. VP-Human Resources & Bus. Units space propulsion components, commercial engines and land
Eva Persson, General Counsel/Sr. VP and marine gas turbines. It also offers services such as
Per Lojdquist, Sr. VP-Corp. Comm. & Brand Mgmt. sales of spare parts for aircraft and aircraft engines; sales
Stefano Chmielewski, Pres., Renault Trucks and leasing of aircraft and aircraft engines; and overhaul and
Staffan Jufors, Pres., Volvo Truck Corp.
Hakan Karlsson, Pres., Volvo Bus Corp.
repair. Volvo Financial Services covers customer financing,
Dennis Slagle, Pres./CEO-Mack Trucks, Inc insurance, treasury, real estate and related services
Finn Johnsson, Chmn. operations. In May 2008, the company entered into a joint
Par Ostberg, Head-Trucks, Asia venture with Indian vehicle manufacturer Eicher Motors for
Phone: 46-31-66-10-67 Fax: 46-31-53-72-96 the production and sales of trucks and buses in India. In July
2008, Volvo Aero entered into joint ventures with aircraft
Toll-Free:
engine manufacturers Pratt & Whitney and Rolls-Royce.
Address: Volvo Bergegards vag 1, Torslanda, Goteborg, SE-405 Also in 2008, Volvo Buses announced plans to sell its body
08 Sweden plant in Turku, Finland.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $36,793,200 2008 Profits: $1,213,570 U.S. Stock Ticker: VOLV
2007 Sales: $34,580,500 2007 Profits: $1,820,840 Int’l Ticker: VOLV B Int’l Exchange: Stockholm-SSE
2006 Sales: $44,002,000 2006 Profits: $2,765,600 Employees: 101,698
2005 Sales: $31,813,343 2005 Profits: $1,804,045 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $31,813,000 2004 Profits: $1,414,000 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $1,788,558 Bonus: $8,650
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

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ABC GROUP www.abcgroupinc.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Plastics
Design & Manufacturing Services ABC Group is a Canadian-based company that specializes in
Plastic Packaging & Industrial Parts the design, development and production of plastic
Plastic Consumer Products automotive systems and components for automotive OEMs
Decorating & Labeling Services (original equipment manufacturers). This privately owned
company operates over 30 manufacturing facilities within
Canada, the U.S, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, Croatia, Spain,
the U.K., Japan, China, India, Korea and Poland.
Manufacturing techniques of the firm include blow molding,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: injection molding, thermoforming/sheet extrusion, rotational
Salflex Polymer, Ltd. molding, polyurethane foaming and continuous extrusion.
Polybottle Group (The)
ABC Group’s line of products include interior automotive
Supreme Tooling
systems such as instrument panels, seating systems, interior
trim and HVAC systems; exterior products such as bumper
systems, spoilers and blow-molded running boards and
exterior trim; under-hood components such as air induction
and fluid management systems; high-performance flexible
products that include CVJ boots, prop shaft boots and
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be suspension dust covers. The company is also capable of
intentionally listed here more than once. manufacturing products that meet customer requirements
Michael Schmidt, CEO and specifications such as impact, air flow, permeation,
Michael Schmidt, Pres. temperature and NVH (noise, vibration and harshness)
Ray Tonelli, VP-Mktg. & Domestic Sales requirements. ABC Group operates more than 30
Changize Sadr, VP-R&D manufacturing facilities and 10 sales offices worldwide. In
Claude Elgner, VP addition to its primary automotive line of business, the ABC
Phone: 416-246-1782 Fax: 416-246-1997 Group serves industrial manufacturers throughout North
Toll-Free: America with sports, recreational and consumer goods.
Address: 2 Norelco Dr., Toronto, ON M9L 2X6 Canada Products include computer enclosure doors, stadium seats,
tool containers and composters. Through its subsidiary, The
Polybottle Group, the company custom-manufactures plastic
containers and industrial parts for the food products,
household and agriculture, chemicals, automotive and
petrochemical industries. The Polybottle Group also offers
custom filling of bottles, warehousing services, design and
product development services and decorating and labeling
services.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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ACCURIDE CORPORATION www.accuridecorp.com


Industry Group Code: 336211 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 5 Profits: 6
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Commercial Vehicle Components
Wheels & Assemblies Accuride Corporation is a North American manufacturer of
Body & Chassis Parts commercial vehicle components. Accuride produces
Seating Assemblies commercial vehicle wheels, wheel-end parts and assemblies,
truck body and chassis parts, seating assemblies and other
components. Brands marketed by the company include
Accuride, Gunite, Imperial, Bostrom, Fabco and Brillion. The
firm operates through six different divisions: Accuride
Wheels, Gunite Corporation, Brillion Iron Works, Imperial
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Group, Bostrom Seating and Fabco. Accuride’s customer list
Accuride Wheels is primarily made up of commercial vehicle manufacturers,
Gunite Corporation
including Freightliner Corporation, with its Freightliner,
Brillion Iron Works
Imperial Group
Sterling and Western Star brand trucks; PACCAR, Inc., with
Bostrom Seating its Peterbilt and Kenworth brand trucks; International Truck
Fabco and Engine Corporation, with its International brand; and
Transportation Technologies Industries Volvo Truck Corporation, or Volvo/Mack, with its Volvo and
Accuride Canada, Inc. Mack brand trucks. Marketed under the Accuride Wheels
brand, wheels accounted for approximately 47% of the
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be company’s 2007 net sales. Wheel-end components and
intentionally listed here more than once. assemblies, marketed under the brand name Gunite,
John R. Murphy, CEO accounted for approximately 20% of the company’s 2007
John R. Murphy, Pres. sales, and include such products as brake drums, disc wheel
David K. Armstrong, CFO/Sr. VP hubs, spoke wheels, disc brake rotors and automatic slack
Richard F. Schomer, Sr. VP-Sales & Mktg. adjusters. Truck body and chassis parts, marketed under
Elizabeth I. Hamme, Sr. VP-Labor & Employment Affairs the brand name Imperial, accounted for approximately 14%
Steven J. Holt, Sr. VP-Tech. of 2007 sales; seating assemblies, marketed under the name
Steven J. Holt, Sr. VP-Strategy & Growth Bostrom Seating, accounted for approximately 5%; and other
Eva Schmitz, Mgr.-Corp. Comm.
Leigh A. Wright, Sr. VP-Accuride Wheels
components, such as military wheels, steerable drive axles,
James Maniatis, VP-Human Resources gear boxes, transmission and engine-related components,
Edward J. Gulda, Sr. VP-Gunite & Brillion Iron Works industrial components and non-powered farm equipment,
Terrence J. Keating, Chmn. accounted for approximately 15%, marketed under the
Phone: 812-962-5000 Fax: names Brillion and Fabco. The company has a wholly-
owned subsidiary, Accuride Canada, Inc., based in Ontario.
Toll-Free:
In July 2007, Accuride introduced Bostrom Seating’s new T-
Address: 7140 Office Cir., Evansville, IN 47715 US Series Plus Seat, featuring an ergonomical seat with a five
position adjustment. In March 2008, the company
announced a joint-venture with Benecor, Inc., to develop
Diesel Exhaust Fluid dispensing infrastructure. In July 2008,
the firm announced a co-branded truck detailing product line
with Chrome Shop Mafia.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $931,409 2008 Profits: $-328,266 U.S. Stock Ticker: ACW
2007 Sales: $1,013,686 2007 Profits: $-8,639 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $1,408,155 2006 Profits: $65,133 Employees: 2,980
2005 Sales: $1,229,311 2005 Profits: $51,229 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $494,008 2004 Profits: $21,490 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Y Top Exec. Salary: $630,360 Bonus: $580,940
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Y Second Exec. Salary: $564,013 Bonus: $447,352
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

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ADA www.ada.fr
Industry Group Code: 532111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks: Y
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Rental
ADA is a franchise car-rental company based in France, with
operations in Corsica and Dom-Toms as well as
internationally in Morocco, Tunisia and Mauritius. As one of
the largest private car-rental firms in the world, ADA has
approximately 450 locations and offers everything from
economy-class cars to minivans. Some agencies also offer
commercial vehicles, such as moving vans, trucks and
weight-bearing porters. Through ADA’s partnership with
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Holiday Bikes, the company also offers two-wheeled vehicles
G7 Groupe such as bicycles, motorcycles and scooters for rent at most
Holiday Bikes
agencies. The company operates in-terminal locations in
Via Michelin
nearly all of the major airports in France, including Ajaccio,
Bastia, Bordeaux, Brest, Lorient, Lyon, Marseille,
Montpellier, Nantes, Nice, Paris Orly, Paris Roissy Charles
de Gaulle, Perpignan, Toulouse, Guadeloupe, Guyana and
La Reunion. ADA also has agencies at all major railway
stations in France. In early 2007, ADA acquired five new
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be branches, including agencies at Saint Michel sur Orge,
intentionally listed here more than once. Royan and Angers. ADA customers can locate the agency
Nicholas Rousselet, Pres. of their choice through the company’s partnership with Via
Michelin, a map, route planner and travel guide service for
Phone: 33-1-41-27-49-00 Fax: 33-1-41-27-49-49
the U.S. and Europe. ADA is a subsidiary of the G7 Groupe,
Toll-Free: a global holding company with several subsidiaries. These
Address: 22-28 rue Henri Barbusse, Clichy, 92110 France include Europe’s largest taxi company, a software company
and numerous real estate holdings.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 129
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: G7 GROUPE
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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ADAM OPEL AG www.opel.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Manufacturing
Alternative Fuel Vehicles Adam Opel AG (called Vauxhall in the U.K.), a European
manufacturer of cars and trucks, has been a wholly-owned
subsidiary of General Motors since 1929. Beginning with the
manufacture of sewing machines and bikes, the company’s
founder, Adam Opel, began making automobiles in 1899.
Accounting for approximately 78% of GM’s European sales,
Opel is GM’s largest non-U.S. subsidiary. Opel’s brand
name models include the Antara, Astra, Corsa, Insignia, GT,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Meriva, Signum, Tigra Twintop, Vectra, Vivaro and Zafira.
Vauxhall The company also builds commercial vehicles, such as the
Agila
Combo and Movano, and produces automotive components.
Corsa
Astra
Opel operates nine plants in six countries throughout
Zafira Europe. In the interest of cutting down on carbon dioxide
Vectra emissions, the company’s Astra and Zafira product lines are
Combo powered with natural gas. Currently, fuel cells, noise
Insignia reduction technologies and methods lowering fuel
consumption are being explored. In June 2007, Opel
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be introduced its new ecoFLEX model, which emits lower CO2
intentionally listed here more than once. levels. In August 2008, the firm announced a new station
Marco Molinari, Exec. Dir.-Finance wagon model, the Insignia Sports Tourer, to be unveiled at
Hans H. Demant, Dir.-Eng. the Paris Auto Show.
Michael Hartwig, Dir.-European Mktg. Comm.
Hans H. Demant, Managing Dir.
Alain Visser, Chief Mktg. Officer-GM Europe
Carl-Peter Forster, Chmn.
Phone: 49-6142-66-7473 Fax: 49-6142-66-8205
Toll-Free:
Address: Postfach 1710, Russelsheim, 65423 Germany
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 36,000
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: GENERAL MOTORS CORP (GM)
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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ADESA INC www.adesainc.com


Industry Group Code: 423110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems: Y
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Y Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Y Commercial Vehicles: Publishing: Y
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty: Y
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Vehicle Auctions-Wholesale
Salvage Vehicle Auctions ADESA, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of KAR Holdings,
Automobile Transportation Inc., is primarily engaged in automotive auctions,
Automobile Reconditioning transportation and cosmetic and mechanical reconditioning.
Automotive Market Analysis The firm operates 60 used-vehicle auction sites across the
U.S. and serves two main client types, institutional buyers
and dealers. The firm’s institutional customers include
vehicle manufacturers; banks, credit unions and other
financial institutions; vehicle finance companies; vehicle
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: rental companies; and insurance companies. Dealers buying
Dent Demon from ADESA include both licensed franchises and
Pennsylvania Auto Dealers’ Exchange
independent wholesale dealers. ADESA’s online auction
ADESA Run Lists
ADESA Market Guide
tools include ADESA LiveBlock, an online real-time bidding
ADESA Virtual Inventory tool; ADESA Run Lists, a summary of consigned vehicles
ADESA Notify Me offered for auction sale; and ADESA DealerBlock, a bulletin
ADESA LiveBlock board type online auction platform. The firm also offers
Kontos Kommentary ADESA Market Guide, a summary of wholesale auction
prices, auction sales results, market data and condition
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be reports; ADESA Virtual Inventory, a subscription-based
intentionally listed here more than once. service that allows dealers to embed ADESA Search
James P. Hallett, CEO technology into their web sites; and ADESA Notify Me, an e-
Tom Caruso, COO mail notification service for dealers looking for particular
James P. Hallett, Pres. vehicles. The firm also offers analytical services via monthly,
Bob Rauschenberg, Exec. VP-Mktg. & Sales semi-annual and annual market analysis publications
Michelle Mallon, VP-Legal including Kontos Kommentary, Pulse and Global Vehicle
Paul Lips, Exec. VP-Oper. Remarketing. ADESA was acquired by KAR Holdings, Inc.,
Warren Byrd, VP-Corp. Dev. in April 2007. ADESA acquired Dent Demon, a paintless
Jason Ferreri, VP-e-business Sales & Oper.
Paul Lips, Exec. VP-Finance
dent repair service provider, in January 2008. In February
Jeff Bescher, VP-Commercial Sales & Oper. 2008, ADESA purchased Pennsylvania Auto Dealers’
Mike Caggiano, Regional VP-Eastern Region Exchange (PADE), a used vehicle auction located in York,
Tim DeBerry, Regional VP-Western Region Pennsylvania. PADE will be renamed ADESA PA.
Tom Kontos, Exec. VP-Customer Strategies & Analytics ADESA offers its employees an employee assistance plan;
Benjamin Skuy, Exec. VP-Int'l Markets medical and dependent day care; flexible spending accounts;
David Vignes, Exec. VP-Logistics & Strategic Improvements and an extensive employee orientation program.
Phone: 317-815-1100 Fax: 317-249-4603
Toll-Free: 800-923-3725
Address: 13085 Hamilton Crossing Blvd., Carmel, IN 46032 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $1,103,900 2006 Profits: $126,300 Employees: 11,915
2005 Sales: $968,800 2005 Profits: $125,500 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $931,600 2004 Profits: $105,300 Parent Company: KAR HOLDINGS INC
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $639,658 Bonus: $320,288
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Y Second Exec. Salary: $376,508 Bonus: $157,259
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 4 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

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ADVANCE AUTO PARTS INC www.advanceautoparts.com


Industry Group Code: 441310 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 3 Profits: 3
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing: Y
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Y Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Parts & Accessories Stores
Online Sales Advance Auto Parts, Inc. primarily operates within the
automotive aftermarket industry, which includes replacement
parts (excluding tires), accessories, maintenance items,
batteries and automotive chemicals for cars and light trucks
(pickup trucks, vans, minivans and sport utility vehicles).
The company is the second largest specialty retailer of
automotive parts, accessories and maintenance items to do-
it-yourself (DIY) and do-it-for-me customers in the U.S. The
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: firm operates in two segments: Advance Auto Parts (AAP)
Western Auto and Autopart International (AI). The AAP segment operates
Advance Discount Auto Parts
roughly 3,153 stores within the 40 U.S. states, Puerto Rico
and the Virgin Islands under the Advance Discount Auto
Parts trade name, which offers a broad selection of brand
name and proprietary automotive replacement parts,
accessories and maintenance items for domestic and
imported cars and light trucks. In addition, the firm operates
about 30 stores under the Western Auto and Advance Auto
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Parts trade names, located primarily in Puerto Rico and the
intentionally listed here more than once. Virgin Islands, which offer automotive tires and service in
Darren R. Jackson, CEO addition to automotive parts, accessories and maintenance
Darren R. Jackson, Pres. items. Replacement parts sold at the firm’s stores include
Mike Norona, CFO/Exec. VP automotive filters, radiators, brake pads, fan belts, radiator
Donna Broome, Sr. VP-Commercial Sales hoses, starters, alternators, batteries, shock absorbers,
Keith A. Oreson, Sr. VP-Human Resources engines and transmissions. Advance Auto Parts offers
Rick Coro, CIO/Sr. VP-IT online shopping and access to over 2 million stock keeping
Elwyn G. Murray III, Exec. VP-Tech. units (SKUs). The AI segment, which includes 108 stores
Kevin Freeland, Exec. VP-Merch. & IT
Eric M. Margolin, General Counsel/Sr. VP/Sec.
throughout New England and New York, a distribution center
Carl Hauch, Sr. VP-Oper., West and a wholesale distribution business, primarily serves the
Jim L. Wade, Exec. VP-Bus. Dev. commercial market from its store locations. In February
Jill A. Livesay, Controller/Sr. VP 2007, the company announced plans to open a new
Jim Wade, Exec. VP/Customer Dev. Officer, Commercial distribution facility in Indiana in 2010.
Elwyn G. Murray, Exec. VP/Customer Dev. Officer, DIY The company offers its employee medical, dental and vision
Ken Wirth, Sr. VP/Customer Experience Officer insurance; life insurance; short- and long-term disability
Mike Marolt, Sr. VP/Customer Oper. Excellence Officer
John Brouillard, Interim Chmn.
insurance; and flexible spending accounts.
Kevin Freeland, Exec. VP-Supply Chain
Phone: 540-362-4911 Fax: 540-561-1448
Toll-Free:
Address: 5008 Airport Rd., Roanoke, VA 24012 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $5,142,255 2008 Profits: $238,038 U.S. Stock Ticker: AAP
2007 Sales: $4,844,404 2007 Profits: $238,317 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $4,616,503 2006 Profits: $231,318 Employees: 44,065
2005 Sales: $4,264,971 2005 Profits: $234,725 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $3,770,297 2004 Profits: $187,988 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $784,625 Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Y Second Exec. Salary: $496,449 Bonus: $21,699
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 3 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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ADVANCED ACCESSORY SYSTEMS LLC


www.advancedaccessorysystems.com
Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturing
Automotive Exterior Accessories Advanced Accessory Systems (AAS), with seven facilities in
Vehicle Racks the U.S., China, Germany, the Czech Republic and Spain, is
Body Panels a global designer and manufacturer of exterior accessories
for automotive original equipment manufacturers (OEMs),
and the aftermarket. The company’s products include roof
racks, truck bed systems, lighting, exterior trim, running
boards and air dams. AAS also provides plastic molding,
metal fabrication, finishing and assembly services. The
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: company designs and engineers its products to meet
Castle Harlan, Inc. vehicle-specific requirements while improving vehicle
SportRack Automotive, GmbH
functionality and styling, and its computer aided engineering
SportRack Accessories, Inc.
SportRack, LLC
capabilities support all major software packages used by the
automotive OEMs, including Unigraphics, SDRC Ideas, Catia
V4 and Catia V5. The firm has developed a network of third-
party A2LA Accredited Testing Laboratories which perform
dynamic, cyclic and crash testing and works with specialist
labs for its corrosion and UV testing. Markets served by the
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be company include heavy-duty, marine, medical, agriculture,
intentionally listed here more than once. construction and recreational vehicles. AAS has been
Alan C. Johnson, CEO serving its two largest customers, General Motors and
Alan C. Johnson, Pres. DaimlerChrysler, for more than 10 years, and other
Phone: 586-997-2900 Fax: 586-997-6868 customers include BMW, Fiat, Honda, Hyundai, Kia,
LandRover, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Opel, Peugeot,
Toll-Free:
Renault, Skoda, Suzuki, Toyota, Volkswagen and Volvo.
Address: 12900 Hall Rd., Ste. 200, Sterling Heights, MI 48313 Aftermarket customers include Balkamp (NAPA Auto Parts),
US Blain’s Farm and Fleet, Canadian Tire, Carquest, Coast
Distribution System, Coleman, Keystone, O’Reilly, Remeder,
TipTop, U-Haul and Vroam.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: CASTLE HARLAN PARTNERS IV LP
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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AG SIMPSON AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS www.agsimpson.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 77 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Products, Parts Manufacturing
Chrome Bumpers A.G. Simpson Automotive Systems (AGS), founded in 1947,
Heavy Metal Stamping is an automotive parts manufacturer owned by private
investor J2 Management Corp. AGS has operations in
heavy metal stamping, plating, injection molding, painting,
blanking and roll forming. In addition the company offers
assembly and sequence services. Providing approximately
30% of the North American chrome bumper business, AGS
produces nearly 3 million zinc and nickel/chrome bumpers
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: annually. The company’s stamping capabilities include such
J2 Management Corporation features as single and double action transfer, progressive
and tandem press lines, robotics and complete lab analysis.
The firm also provides MIG welding, resistance spot and
press welding. With six plant facilities in Canada and the
U.S., AGS is QS9000 certified, TS16949 certified and has
ISO Environmental certification. The company also
manufactures engine covers, oil pans, radiator panel
assemblies, transmission crossmembers and valve cover
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be assemblies. AGS OEM customers include General Motors,
intentionally listed here more than once. DaimlerChrysler, Ford and Saturn, while its Tier 1 customers
Joseph Leon, Co-Pres. include Delphi, Lear, Johnson Controls and AAM. The
Maria Di Zio, Dir.-Comm. company owns and operates Canadian plants in Windsor,
Joe Loparco, Co-Pres. Oshawa, Cambridge and Scarborough, as well as U.S.
Phone: 416-438-6650 Fax: 847-699-4207 facilities in Shreveport, Louisiana and Sterling Heights,
Toll-Free: Michigan; plus a sales and engineering office in Sterling
Heights. In 2007, AGS received several million in Canadian
Address: 675 Progress Ave., Toronto, ON M1H 2W9 Canada
government funds for a five year project focused on novel
bumper systems, flexible manufacturing technologies,
alternative energy use and waste reduction and employee
training. The total $5.6 million investment is split between
AGS and Tiercon, a major Canadian plastics manufacturer
that is also owned by J2 Management Corp.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $153,600 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 1,200
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: J2 MANAGEMENT CORP
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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AISAN INDUSTRY CO LTD www.aisan-ind.co.jp


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 41 Profits: 36
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Components Manufacturing
Engine Components Aisan Industry Co., Ltd. is a Japanese producer of
Industrial Devices automotive engine components, including electric
throttlebodies, fuel pumps, engine valves and turbo chargers.
The company also manufactures engine management
system products for alternative fuel compressed natural gas
(CNG) and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) vehicles. . In
addition to automotive parts, Aisan produces industrial
devices such as ultrasonic motor-controlled powder feeders
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: and mixing control valves. Aisan’s headquarters are located
Franklin Precision Industry at the company’s Honsha plant, which manufactures
Aisan Corporation of America
carburetors, intake modules and gaseous fuel products. The
Hyundam America, Inc.
Aisan (Tianjin) Auto Parts Co. Ltd.
company’s U.S. unit Franklin Precision Industry has grown
Aisan Bitron Europe S.A. from a small operation building throttlebodies for Toyota into
Aisan Corporation Europe S.A. an integral supplier of aluminum die castings, evaporative
Aisan (Fhoshan) Auto Parts Co., Ltd. emissions canisters, fuel pump modules and a variety of
Chongqing Pingshan TK Carburetor Co., Ltd. subassembly components. The company has four offices in
Japan, which are located in Tokyo, Hamamatsu, Osaka and
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Hiroshima. Outside of Japan, the company has
intentionally listed here more than once. manufacturing and sales locations in the U.S., France,
Yoshito Kato, Pres. Belgium, the Czech Republic, the Slovak Republic, Korea,
Koh Shimura, Exec. VP China, India and Indonesia. Aisin’s subsidiaries include
Toyohiko Inoue, Exec. Sr. Managing Dir. Franklin Precision Industry, Inc.; Aisan Corporation of
Yukito Hasegawa, Exec. Managing Dir. America; Hyundam America, Inc.; Aisan Bitron Europe S.A.;
Hiroshi Iwahana, Exec. Managing Dir. Aisan Corporation Europe S.A.; Aisan (Fhoshan) Auto Parts
Masami Konishi, Chmn. Co., Ltd.; and Chongqing Pingshan TK Carburetor Co., Ltd.
Phone: 81-562-47-1131 Fax: 81-562-48-6357 In recent news, the company merged its Tianjin Aisan
Toll-Free: Automobile Parts Co., Ltd. and Aisan (Tianjin) Auto Parts
Address: 1-1-1 Kyowa-cho, Obu, Aichi, 474-8588 Japan Co., Ltd. subsidiaries to streamline operations in Tianjin,
China. The company also acquired the remaining shares of
Aisan Bitron Europe S.A., making it a wholly-owned
subsidiary.
Aisan offers its employees health insurance and leisure
facilities, as well as educational and cultural clubs.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $1,469,996 2007 Profits: $27,593 Int’l Ticker: 7283 Int’l Exchange: Tokyo-TSE
2006 Sales: $1,332,500 2006 Profits: $34,300 Employees: 6,140
2005 Sales: $1,206,980 2005 Profits: $37,060 Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $1,166,700 2004 Profits: $34,000 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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AISIN SEIKI CO LTD www.aisin.co.jp


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 5 Profits: 7
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturing
Sewing & Embroidery Machines Aisin Seiki Co., Ltd., an affiliate of Toyota Motor, primarily
Air Conditioners manufactures auto parts. It operates through three business
Hospital & Biotechnology Equipment units: Automotive parts and systems; life and energy
Lasers & Laser Imaging Technology products; and new business areas. The automotive unit,
which generated almost 96% of the firm’s 2008 sales,
manufactures drivetrain, brake, chassis, body and engine
products. Specific products include transmissions, clutches,
suspension systems, power seats, oil pumps and exhaust
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: manifolds. This unit also produces information products,
Aisin Kyushu Casting Co., Ltd. such as parking assist systems, lane departure warning
Toyota Motor Corporation
systems, front and side monitors, GPS antenna and daytime
running light computers; and casting products, such as cast
iron, resin moldings and aluminum die cast products. Its
customers include Japanese manufacturers Toyota, Suzuki,
Mitsubishi, Isuzu, Yamaha, Honda, Nissan and Mazda, as
well as Daimler, Chrysler, GM, Ford, Volvo, Hyundai/Kia,
Audi and BMW. The company also sells its automotive parts
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be as aftermarket products. The life and energy products unit
intentionally listed here more than once. manufactures life and amenity related products, including
Yasuhito Yamauchi, Pres. home sewing and embroidery machines; energy system
Norio Oku, Exec. VP products, such as air conditioners and vacuum devices; and
Shunichi Nakamura, Exec. VP welfare products including reclining beds, electric
Fumio Fujimori, Exec. VP wheelchairs and electric lifters. Lastly, the new business
Takeshi Kawata, Exec. VP areas unit develops the firm’s automotive experience into
Kanshiro Toyoda, Chmn. new areas, including fiber optic lasers, biotechnology and
Phone: 81-566-24-8441 Fax: 81-566-24-8817 laser imaging technology. During 2008, drivetrain products
Toll-Free: generated 43.4% of sales; brake & chassis products, 19.8%;
Address: 2-1, Asahi-machi, Kariya, 448-8650 Japan body products, 17.7%; engine products, 9.6%; information
products, 5.4%; and other, including life & energy products,
4.1%. Aisin has 75 consolidated subsidiaries in Japan and
84 outside of Japan, mainly in North America and Asia, with
additional locations in Europe, South America and Australia.
Aisin has developed what it calls its Fourth Environmental
Action Plan, being implemented from 2007-2011, to bring the
company closer to its zero emissions goal. In August 2007,
the firm established Aisin Kyushu Casting Co., Ltd., to
produce engine components.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $27,327,200 2008 Profits: $927,510 U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $23,786,100 2007 Profits: $668,900 Int’l Ticker: 7259 Int’l Exchange: Tokyo-TSE
2006 Sales: $21,205,900 2006 Profits: $611,000 Employees: 61,300
2005 Sales: $18,290,700 2005 Profits: $467,200 Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $15,195,300 2004 Profits: $328,700 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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ALLIED SYSTEMS HOLDINGS INC www.alliedholdings.com


Industry Group Code: 484200 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Distribution
Railroad Terminal & Loading Services Allied Systems Holdings, Inc., formerly Allied Holdings, Inc.,
Logistics Services is a holding company that operates through its subsidiaries,
primarily Allied Automotive Group (AAG). AAG is one of the
largest automotive distributors and transporters in North
America. The company transports automobiles, light trucks
and SUVs from manufacturing plants, ports, auctions and
railway distribution points to automobile dealerships and
provides railroad terminal and loading services. The
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: subsidiary also provides various support services, including
Allied Automotive Group yard and inventory management, pick up and delivery of
Axis Group
lease return vehicles and support services for safety
Allied Holdings, Inc.
operations. AAG is primarily involved with the short-haul
segment of automotive transportation, meaning it typically
hauls cargo less than 200 miles from the point of origin. The
subsidiary operates approximately 4,000modern tractor-
trailers from its 90 terminal locations in the U.S. and Canada.
It partners with manufacturers, both domestic and
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be international, to deliver over 9 million vehicles per year.
intentionally listed here more than once. General Motors, Ford and DaimlerChrysler are the
Mark J. Gendregske, CEO company's largest customers. AAG also provides services to
Mark J. Gendregske, Pres. foreign and import manufacturers, localized automobile
Thomas H. King, CFO dealerships and rental car companies. Through another
Thomas Duffy, General Counsel/Exec. VP/Corp. Sec. subsidiary, Axis Group, the company provides logistics
Thomas H. King, Exec. VP-Finance solutions to both the new vehicle industry and the pre-owned
Joseph Marinelli, Sr. VP-Field Oper., Allied Automotive Group, Inc. market, specifically in segments that are complimentary to
Robert J. Rutland, Chmn. AAG’s operations. These services include vehicle
Phone: 404-370-4206 Fax: 404-373-4285 distribution services, automobile inspections, auction and
Toll-Free: yard management services, vehicle tracking, vehicle
Address: 2302 Parklake Dr., Bldg. 15, Ste. 600, Atlanta, GA accessorization and dealer preparatory services. In May
30345 US 2007, the company emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy
protection. As a result of its Joint Plan of Reorganization,
Allied Holdings merged with and into its subsidiary, Allied
Systems Holdings. After the transaction, Allied Systems
Holdings was the remaining entity.
Allied Systems Holdings offers its employees a pension plan,
a 401(k) plan, health services and chaplaincy counseling
services.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $893,837 2006 Profits: $-12,325 Employees: 5,600
2005 Sales: $892,934 2005 Profits: $-125,724 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $895,213 2004 Profits: $-53,883 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $589,615 Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $394,423 Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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ALLSTATE CORPORATION (THE) www.allstate.com


Industry Group Code: 524126 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 2 Profits: 2
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Insurance, Direct Property & Casualty
Auto Insurance The Allstate Corp., a holding company for Allstate Insurance
Homeowners Insurance Co. through which it principally conducts its business, is
Life Insurance primarily engaged in the personal property and casualty
Business Insurance insurance business and the life insurance, retirement and
investment products business. The firm provides insurance
products to more than 17 million households through a
distribution network that utilizes a total of roughly 14,900
exclusive agencies and exclusive financial specialists in the
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: U.S. and Canada. The company conducts its business
Allstate Insurance Co. through four business segments: Allstate Protection; Allstate
Allstate Life Insurance Co.
Financial; discounted lines and coverages; and corporate
Allstate Motor Club, Inc.
Deerbrook
and other. Allstate Protection, which accounted for 94% of
Encompass 2007 consolidated insurance premiums and contract
Allstate charges, sells primarily private passenger auto and
Partnership Marketing Group homeowners insurance, principally through agencies, under
Sterling Autobody Centers the Allstate, Encompass and Deerbrook brand names. The
segment also sells a wide range of personal property and
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be casualty insurance products such as landlords, personal
intentionally listed here more than once. umbrella, renters, condominiums, residential fire,
Tom Wilson, CEO manufactured housing, boat owners, loan protection and
Tom Wilson, Pres. selected commercial property and casualty products. In
Samuel H. Pilch, Interim CFO/VP addition, it operates the Allstate Motor Club, Inc., which
Jim D. DeVries, Sr. VP-Human Resources provides emergency road service. Allstate Financial
Catherine S. Brune, CIO/Sr. VP provides life insurance; retirement and investment products;
Michele Coleman Mayes, General Counsel/ VP and supplemental accident and health insurance to individual
Joan H. Walker, Sr. VP-Corp. Rel. and institutional customers. The discontinued lines and
George E. Ruebenson, Pres., Allstate Protection, Allstate Insurance Co.
Eric A. Simonson, CIO/Sr. VP-Allstate Insurance Co.
coverages segment includes results from insurance
James E. Hohmann, CEO/Pres., Allstate Financial coverage that the company no longer writes and results for
Joan H. Walker, Interim Chief Mktg. Officer-AIC certain commercial and other business in run-off. The
Thomas J. Wilson, Chmn. corporate and other segment is comprised of holding
Phone: 847-402-5000 Fax: 847-326-7519 company activities and certain non-insurance operations. In
June 2008, Allstate agreed to acquire Partnership Marketing
Toll-Free: 800-574-3553
Group, to be combined with its Motor Club division, from
Address: 2775 Sanders Rd., Northbrook, IL 60062 US General Electric Money.
The company offers its employees medical, dental, vision
and life insurance; AD&D and long-term disability insurance;
flexible spending accounts; a retirement plan; a profit sharing
fund with 401(k) options; tuition reimbursement; and
childcare discounts.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $29,394,000 2008 Profits: $-1,679,000 U.S. Stock Ticker: ALL
2007 Sales: $36,769,000 2007 Profits: $4,636,000 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $35,796,000 2006 Profits: $4,993,000 Employees: 38,900
2005 Sales: $35,383,000 2005 Profits: $1,765,000 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $33,936,000 2004 Profits: $3,181,000 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Y Top Exec. Salary: $1,225,008 Bonus: $4,947,361
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $957,596 Bonus: $3,551,118
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 5 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

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ALPS AUTOMOTIVE INC www.alpsautomotive.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Components-Electronic
Keyless Entry Systems Alps Automotive, Inc., part of the global Alps Group, is a
Sensors supplier of electronic and electro-mechanical components to
major automobile manufacturers. The company designs,
develops and manufactures custom switches, keyless entry
systems, electronic control modules, column systems,
position sensors, steering controls and other components.
Alps Automotive has facilities in the U.S., in Auburn Hills,
Michigan; McAllen, Texas; Dublin, Ohio; and Tyrone,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Georgia; as well as in Furukawa, Japan. The company also
Alps Group has a licensing agreement with IQ-mobil GmbH under which
Alps Electric Co Ltd
it mass-produces and markets a battery-less tire-pressure
monitoring system. The company’s parent, Alps Electric
Company, is based in Tokyo, and makes a variety of
electrical components such as sensors, switches and
magnetic heads. In July 2007, Alps Automotive achieved
SPICE (Software Process Improvement and Capability
Determination) Capability Level 3 certification in regard to its
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be production of door and seat modules for both domestic and
intentionally listed here more than once. overseas markets.
Akinori Ito, CEO
Akinori Ito, Pres.
Kogi Seguchi, VP-Mktg. & Sales
Brian Bauer, Mgr.-IT Oper.
Andy Dospil, VP-Sales
Phone: 248-391-9950 Fax: 248-391-2500
Toll-Free:
Address: 1500 Atlantic Blvd., Auburn Hills, MI 48326 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 230
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: ALPS ELECTRIC CO LTD
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y

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ALPS ELECTRIC CO LTD www.alps.com


Industry Group Code: 335313 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Electronic Components Manufacturing
Automotive Parts Manufacturing Alps Electric Co., Ltd. is primarily engaged in the
manufacture and sale of electronic components, specializing
in electronics development and miniaturization. Alps
operates through four divisions: the Mechatronics Devices
Division, the Automotive Products Division, the
Communication Devices Division and the Peripheral
Products Division. The Mechatronics Devices Division
manufactures human-to-machine interface components,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: such as switches, variable resistors, sensors and
Haptic Commander connectors, which are used in automotive components;
GlidePoint
information and communication devices; and home
Avnet Electronics Marketing
appliances. The Automotive Products Division develops on-
board electronics and safety and comfort systems for
automotive applications. One of its propriety systems, the
Haptic Commander unit, incorporates modules to control
various switches, air-conditioning units and passive keyless
entry systems. The Communication Devices Division utilizes
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be high-frequency circuits and other technologies to develop
intentionally listed here more than once. products for high-definition digital equipment, broadcast
Masataka Kataoka, Pres. systems and other communications products, including
Takahide Sato, Sr. Managing Dir. optical communications equipment and cameras for mobile
Yozo Yasuoka, Sr. Managing Dir. phones. The Peripheral Products Division develops human-
Hideharu Kogashira, Managing Dir. to-machine input and output devices, such as keyboards,
Seishi Kai, Managing Dir. remote controls, touch sensors, printers and power-saving
Phone: 81-3-3726-1211 Fax: 81-2-3278-1741 LCDs. The firm’s GlidePoint device is used primarily in the
Toll-Free: touch pads of laptop PCs and uses electrostatic detection
Address: 1-7 Yukigaya Otsuka-cho, Ota-Ku, Tokyo, 145-8501 technology to detect the movement of a fingertip. GlidePoint
Japan is additionally used in the touch pads of TV remote control
units and mobile phone sensor keys. In February 2008,
Avnet Electronics Marketing, part of the Avnet, Inc., agreed
to distribute Alps’ full line of products worldwide.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $6,926,600 2008 Profits: $44,200 U.S. Stock Ticker: APELY.PK
2007 Sales: $7,081,300 2007 Profits: $49,200 Int’l Ticker: 6770 Int’l Exchange: Tokyo-TSE
2006 Sales: $7,096,100 2006 Profits: $188,700 Employees: 32,869
2005 Sales: $6,436,300 2005 Profits: $163,200 Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $5,862,592 2004 Profits: $160,293 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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AM GENERAL LLC www.amgeneral.com


Industry Group Code: 336120 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Military Vehicle Manufacturing
Diesel Engines AM General, LLC, which is owned by MacAndrews & Forbes
Holdings and the Renco Group, designs, engineers,
produces and offers technical and parts support for military
and special-purpose vehicles. The company’s most
recognized product is the military High Mobility Multipurpose
Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV), called the Humvee, and its
civilian counterparts, the Hummer H1 and H2. The Humvee
is sold to the armed forces of over 50 countries and to
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: domestic agencies like the National Guard and Border
MacAndrews & Forbes Holdings Patrol. It comes in 15 configurations, has a ground
Renco Group (The)
clearance of 16 inches, can ford water 60 inches deep and
Humvee
Hummer H1
can carry up to 5,100 pounds. AM General and General
Hummer H2 Motors Corp. (GM) were partners in the marketing and
Optimizer 6500 distribution of the original civilian Hummer, with GM now
General Dynamics Land Systems holding the rights to the Hummer brand name. In addition,
General Tactical Vehicles through AM General's General Engine Products, Inc.
subsidiary, the company produces 6.5-liter diesel engines for
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be its and other companies’ vehicles. The subsidiary builds the
intentionally listed here more than once. Optimizer 6500 diesel engines for military and civilian sales,
James A. Armour, CEO which serve as replacements for the original GM engines in
Paul J. Kern, COO Hummers. The company owns a military training facility in
Paul J. Kern, Pres. northern Indiana, which is a 320-acre off-road dirt track that
Paul J. Cafiero, CFO/VP AM General uses to train recruits with its own staff. AM
James A. Armour, Chmn. General also operates a Humvee Spare Parts Distribution
Phone: 574-237-6222 Fax: 574-284-2819 Center in the Middle East. In February 2007, the company
Toll-Free: announced that, together with General Dynamics Land
Address: 105 N. Niles Ave., P.O. Box 7025, South Bend, IN Systems, it would launch a joint venture, General Tactical
46634 US Vehicles, which would design, develop and produce the Joint
Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV), with the goal of replacing the
Humvee in military operations. In May 2008, the company
was awarded two separate U.S. Army contracts for the
production of Humvees: a $207 million contract for 1,578
vehicles, and a $522 million contract for another 3,216
vehicles.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Joint Venture
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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AMERCO www.amerco.com
Industry Group Code: 532120 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks: Y
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Truck Rental & Leasing Services
Moving & Storage Services & Supplies AMERCO is a holding company that operates U-Haul
Property & Casualty Insurance International, Inc.'s moving and storage operations,
Life Insurance AMERCO Real Estate Company, Republic Western
Annuities Insurance Company and Oxford Life Insurance Company.
Self-Storage Properties Accordingly, the firm has four reportable business segments:
moving and storage; property and casualty insurance; life
insurance; and SAC Holdings. The moving and storage
segment consists of U-Haul, with its rental equipment fleet of
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: trucks, trailers and tow dollies being offered by just under
U-Haul International, Inc. 14,200 independent dealers. It also provides furniture pads,
Republic Western Insurance Company
utility dollies and hand trucks; sells a wide selection of other
Oxford Life Insurance Company
AMERCO Real Estate Company
moving supplies; and offers protection packages for moving
SAC Holding Corporation and storage. U-Haul owns 96,000 trucks, 75,000 trailers and
SAC Holdings II Corporation 35,000 towing devices. The firm’s emove.com and
uhaul.com portals are significant drivers of U-Haul’s rental
transaction volume, accounting for 30% of reservations
made for U-Move rentals. AMERCO Real Estate Company
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be markets commercial properties available for sale or lease.
intentionally listed here more than once. The property and casualty insurance business consists of
Edward J. Shoen, Pres. Republic Western Insurance Company's business activities,
Laurence J. De Respino, General Counsel which includes coverage for U-Haul customers, independent
Jennifer Flachman, Dir.-Investor Rel. dealers, fleet owners and employees of AMERCO. The life
Jason A. Berg, Principal Acct. Officer insurance operating segment consists of Oxford Life
Edward J. Shoen, CEO-U-Haul Insurance Company, which offers annuities, credit life and
John C. Taylor, Pres., U-Haul disability, critical illness insurance, single premium whole life,
Carlos Vizcarra, Pres., AMERCO Real Estate Co. group life and disability coverage as well as Medicare
Richard M. Amoroso, Pres., Republic Western Insurance Co.
Edward J. Shoen, Chmn.
supplement insurance. Oxford also administers self-insured
group health and dental plans for AMERCO. The SAC
Phone: 775-688-6300 Fax: 775-688-6338 Holdings segment comprises the firm’s SAC Holding
Toll-Free: Corporation and its subsidiaries, together with SAC Holdings
Address: 1325 Airmotive Way, Ste. 100, Reno, NV 89502 US II Corporation and its subsidiaries. The SAC Holding
corporations own and operate self-storage properties that
are managed by U-Haul under property management
agreements.
Employees are offered medical, dental, vision and life
insurance; disability coverage; a 401(k) plan; a profit sharing
plan; and an employee stock ownership plan.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $1,049,174 2008 Profits: $67,784 U.S. Stock Ticker: UHAL
2007 Sales: $2,069,298 2007 Profits: $90,553 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $2,087,525 2006 Profits: $121,154 Employees: 18,500
2005 Sales: $2,008,100 2005 Profits: $89,400 Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $2,167,495 2004 Profits: $-2,852 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Y Profit Sharing: Y Top Exec. Salary: $675,004 Bonus: $490,000
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $623,077 Bonus: $75,000
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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AMERICAN AXLE & MANUFACTURING HOLDINGS INC


www.aam.com
Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 30 Profits: 33
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Components Manufacturing
Driveline Systems American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc. (AAM) is a
Chassis Systems Tier I supplier to the automotive industry and a worldwide
Forged Products leader in the manufacture, engineering, design and validation
of driveline and drivetrain systems and related components
and chassis modules for light trucks, sport utility vehicles
(SUVs), passenger cars and crossover vehicles. AAM
brands include TracRite axles, transaxles and transfer case
differentials, SmartBar electronic stabilizer systems and I-
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Ride suspension modules. AAM is the principal supplier of
SmartBar driveline components to General Motors Corporation (GM)
TracRite
for its rear-wheel drive light trucks and SUVs manufactured
I-Ride
in North America, supplying substantially all of GM’s rear
axle and front four-wheel drive/ all-wheel drive axle
requirements for these vehicle platforms. Sales to GM
comprised approximately 78% of the company’s total net
sales in 2007. In addition, AAM is the sole-source supplier to
GM for certain axles and other driveline products for the life
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be of each GM vehicle program covered by a Lifetime Program
intentionally listed here more than once. Contract. The company is also the principal supplier of
Richard E. Dauch, CEO driveline system products for the Chrysler Group’s heavy-
David C. Dauch, COO duty Dodge Ram full-size pickup trucks and its derivatives.
David C. Dauch, Pres. Sales to Daimler AG (formerly DaimlerChrysler Corp.)
Michael K. Simonte, CFO accounted for approximately 12% of the company’s total net
Steven J. Proctor, VP-Sales & Mktg. sales of 2007. AAM also supplies driveline systems and
John E. Jerge, VP-Human Resources components to PACCAR, Inc., Ford Motor Company, Ssang
Abdallah F. Shanti, CIO/VP-IT & Electronic Prod. Integration
Yong Motor Company, Harley-Davidson and other original
Yogen N. Rahangdale, CTO
John J. Bellanti, VP-Mfg. Svcs., Capital Planning & Cost Estimating equipment manufacturers and Tier I supplier companies
Patrick S. Lancaster, Chief Admin. Officer such as Magna International, Inc. and the Timken Company.
Patrick S. Lancaster, Corp. Sec./VP In February 2008, the firm announced construction of a new
Alberto L. Satine, VP-Strategic & Bus. Dev. manufacturing facility in Thailand.
Michael K. Simonte, VP-Finance AAM employee benefits include tuition assistance, a mentor
Curt S. Howell, VP-Global Driveline Oper. program, merit awards and a workplace environment with
Norman Willemse, VP-Global Metal Formed Prod. Div. Oper.
cross-functional teams, suggestion programs, town hall
Allan R. Monich, VP-Quality Assurance & Customer Satisfaction
John S. Sofia, VP-Commercial Vehicle Oper. meetings and open-door policies. Dependents of full-time
Richard E. Dauch, Chmn. AAM associates may also be eligible to apply for the Richard
Kevin M. Smith, VP-Mexico E. Dauch scholarship program, with a maximum award of
Michael C. Flynn, VP-Procurement & Supply Chain Management $2,500.
Phone: 313-758-3600 Fax: 313-758-4257
Toll-Free: 800-299-2953
Address: 1 Dauch Dr., Detroit, MI 48211-1198 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $2,109,200 2008 Profits: $-1,224,300 U.S. Stock Ticker: AXL
2007 Sales: $3,248,200 2007 Profits: $37,000 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $3,191,700 2006 Profits: $-222,500 Employees: 10,900
2005 Sales: $3,387,300 2005 Profits: $56,000 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $3,599,600 2004 Profits: $159,500 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Y Top Exec. Salary: $1,473,336 Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $327,687 Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO INC www.honda.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Y Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Manufacturing
Motorcycles & ATVs American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM), the U.S. subsidiary
Power Equipment of Honda Motor Co., Ltd., manufactures and sells
Marine Engines automobiles, motorcycles, ATVs, personal watercraft, marine
Parts Manufacturing & Retail engines, lawn care equipment, snow equipment, generators
Research & Development and water pumps. The company’s car models include the
Accord, Civic, Element, Odyssey, CR-V, Pilot and S2000.
The firm also produces the Insight, a gas-electric hybrid car,
and the Ridgeline pickup truck. Honda owns the Acura
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: brand of vehicles. Honda’s motorcycle models include Gold
Honda Motor Co Ltd Wing, ST1300, Shadow, Nighthawk, Rebel, VTX, Interceptor,
Honda of America Mfg Inc
NSF, RC51, CBR, 919, CRF450R, CR250R, CR85R,
Honda R&D Americas, Inc.
Honda Parts Centers
XR650R and CRF250X, among others. Through Honda of
Civic America Manufacturing, the firm operates engine,
Accord transmission, automobile, motorcycle, ATV and power
Gold Wing equipment plants largely in Ohio but also in Alabama, North
Acura Carolina and South Carolina. Through Honda R&D
Americas, Inc., AHM also operates testing facilities in
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Michigan, Colorado, Ohio and California, as well as research
intentionally listed here more than once. and development facilities in North Carolina, Ohio and
Tetsuo Iwamura, Pres. California. The company retails auto parts through Honda
Erik Berkman, Pres., Honda Performance Dev. Parts Centers in Washington, Oregon, California, Texas,
Jeffrey Smith, VP-Corp. Comm. & Affairs Louisiana, Iowa, Illinois, Ohio, Tennessee, Georgia, Florida,
Kohel Takeuchi, VP-Finance Virginia, New Jersey and Connecticut. Two Honda facilities
John Mendel, Exec. VP are Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)
Koichi Kondo, Chmn. Gold level certified by the U.S. Green Building Council and
Phone: 310-783-2000 Fax: 310-783-2110 four more are in the certification process. There are also
Toll-Free: four zero landfill waste plants in North America, three of
Address: 1919 Torrance Blvd., Torrance, CA 90501-2746 US which are in the U.S. In 2007, Honda’s FCX became the first
hydrogen fuel cell vehicle acknowledged by the IRS as
eligible for a $12,000 federal tax credit. The FCX has been
marketed since 2002 as part of Honda’s effort to reduce the
deleterious effect of transportation on the environment. The
first FCX Clarity models for sale were delivered in July 2008
and plans for three new dealerships in California were
announced for the zero emission vehicles.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 25,000
2005 Sales: $42,539,100 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: HONDA MOTOR CO LTD
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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AMERICAN TIRE DISTRIBUTORS www.americantiredistributors.com


Industry Group Code: 423120 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Y Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Tires & Related Products, Distribution
American Tire Distributors (ATD), formerly Heafner Tire, is
one of the nation's largest suppliers of tires and wheels, as
well as tools, supplies, and other automotive service
equipment. ATD is owned by the private equity firm,
Investcorp Bank. The company serves the replacement tire
market through approximately 82 warehouse distribution
centers, delivering products to 36 states, with an extensive
independent dealer network. ATD offers its tire retailers and
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: service shop clients various tires for passenger vehicles and
Investcorp Bank B.S.C. light trucks, tractor-trailers, buses, farm machinery and
Monarch
specialty and recreational vehicles. The company carries
Heafner Tire
ATD Service Bay
brands including Michelin, Goodyear, Bridgestone/Firestone,
Envizio Dunlop and BFGoodrich, as well as its Monarch house
Texas Market Tire brand, which is manufactured by Goodyear. Its wheel
Silver State Tire Company selection ranges from 13- to 26-inch rims for passenger
Samaritan Wholesale Tire Company vehicles and light trucks. The firm runs ATD Service Bay,
which provides programs, services, tools and technologies to
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be dealers. In addition, the ATD also offers the website Envizio,
intentionally listed here more than once. which allows consumers to see what their vehicle would look
Richard P. Johnson, CEO like with custom wheels. ATD owns Texas Market Tire,
William E. Berry, COO which expanded the company’s presence through the states
William E. Berry, Pres. of Texas, Oklahoma and New Mexico; Silver State Tire
Daniel Brown, Sr. VP-Sales Company, in Nevada; Golden State Tire Distributors, which
Michael Gaither, General Counsel/Exec. VP expanded its presence in northern California; and Samaritan
Phillip Marrett, Sr. VP-Mktg. Wholesale Tire Company, which expanded service across
Richard P. Johnson, Chmn. Minnesota and in western Wisconsin. In May 2007, ATD
Phillip Marrett, Sr. VP-Procurement
acquired Jim Paris Tire City of Montebello, Inc., which is
Phone: 704-992-2000 Fax: 704-992-1384 located in Colorado. In December 2007, the firm acquired
Toll-Free: 800-222-1167 the distribution centers of Homann Tire Wholesale, which
Address: 12200 Herbert Wayne Ct., Ste. 150, Huntersville, NC expanded the company’s presence in Texas and provided
28070 US the first service center in Louisiana.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $1,877,500 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $1,578,000 2006 Profits: $-4,600 Employees: 2,400
2005 Sales: $1,150,900 2005 Profits: $-1,600 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $1,282,100 2004 Profits: $25,000 Parent Company: INVESTCORP BANK BSC
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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AMERICA'S CAR-MART INC www.car-mart.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 14 Profits: 10
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Used Auto Dealers, Retail
Used Car Financing & Servicing America’s Car-Mart, Inc. is one of the largest automotive
retailers focused exclusively on the buy-here/pay-here
segment of the used car market in the U.S. America’s Car-
Mart operates 92 dealerships located primarily in small cities
throughout the southern and central U.S. with populations
between 20,000 and 50,000, although the company does
have a number of dealerships in larger cities such as Tulsa,
Oklahoma and Little Rock, Arkansas. The firm’s two
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: automotive subsidiaries, America’s Car-Mart, Inc., an
America's Car-Mart, Inc. Arkansas based company also known as Car-Mart of
Car-Mart of Arkansas
Arkansas, and Colonial Auto Finance, Inc., are involved in
Colonial Auto Finance, Inc.
the selling, servicing and financing of used cars. More than
54% of the company’s revenue comes from sales to
Arkansas customers. With over 36,000 customers, the
company targets credit-impaired borrowers living in small to
midsize cities and towns who would typically not qualify for
conventional financing. Each store is run on a decentralized
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be basis and is responsible for purchasing (with the help of a
intentionally listed here more than once. corporate buyer), making credit decisions, servicing vehicles
William H. Henderson, CEO and collecting the installment loans it originates. The
Eddie L. Hight, COO company operates both regular and satellite stores. Satellite
William H. Henderson, Pres. stores tend to be smaller, sell fewer vehicles and have their
Jeffrey A. Williams, CFO financing reported with the corresponding regular stores that
Tilman J. Falgout, III, General Counsel sponsor them. The majority of the company’s vehicles are
T.J. Falgout, Investor Rel. purchased through wholesalers, new car dealers and from
Jeffrrey A. Williams, VP-Finance/Sec. auctions.
Tilman J. Falgout, III, Chmn.
The firm provides medical, life and dental insurance; a 401(k)
Phone: 479-464-9944 Fax: plan; and educational assistance.
Toll-Free:
Address: 802 Southeast Plaza Ave., Ste. 200, Bentonville, AR
72712 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $274,631 2008 Profits: $15,033 U.S. Stock Ticker: CRMT
2007 Sales: $240,334 2007 Profits: $4,232 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $234,207 2006 Profits: $16,705 Employees: 840
2005 Sales: $204,788 2005 Profits: $17,976 Fiscal Year Ends: 4/30
2004 Sales: $176,184 2004 Profits: $15,639 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $330,000 Bonus: $21,162
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $255,000 Bonus: $42,325
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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AMERIGON INC www.amerigon.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 82 Profits: 44
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturing
Thermoelectric Devices Amerigon Incorporated designs, develops and markets
products based on its advanced, proprietary thermoelectric
device (TED) technologies for a wide range of global markets
and heating and cooling applications. The firm’s current
principal product is its Climate Control Seat (CCS), which it
sells to automobile and light truck original equipment
manufacturers (OEMs) or tier one suppliers. The CCS
actively heats and cools the passenger by using TED
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: technologies. As of December 2007, the company has
BSST LLC shipped more than 3.5 million seats to customers. The CCS
Climate Control Seat
product is currently offered as an optional feature on 25
Herman Miller, Inc.
automobile models produced by Ford Motor Company,
General Motors, Toyota Motor Corporation, Nissan and
Hyundai. General Motors Corp. accounted for approximately
30% of the firm’s 2007 revenues; Ford Motor Company,
28%; and Toyota Motor Corporation, 23%. The remaining
19% comprises sales to Nissan, Hyundai and Land Rover.
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be In late 2007, Amerigon began to produce components for its
intentionally listed here more than once. first non-automotive TED-based product called the C2
Dan Coker, CEO Climate Control device. The C2 is a personal heating and
Dan Coker, Pres. cooling system that allows users to regulate the temperature
Barry Steele, CFO of their personal work space, depending on their preference.
Dan Pace, VP-Mktg. & Sales The C2 is produced and marketed by Zeeland, Michigan-
Jim Mertes, VP-Oper. based Herman Miller, Inc. Amerigon’s subsidiary, BSST
Lon E. Bell, Pres./CEO-BSST LLC LLC, manufactures and supplies the TED-based thermal
Sandra Grouf, CIO/CFO-BSST LLC components for the C2.
Phone: 258-504-0500 Fax: 313-336-3455
Toll-Free:
Address: 21680 Haggerty Rd., Ste. 101, Northville, MI 48167 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $63,613 2008 Profits: $3,564 U.S. Stock Ticker: ARGN
2007 Sales: $63,630 2007 Profits: $7,375 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $50,609 2006 Profits: $3,514 Employees: 78
2005 Sales: $35,737 2005 Profits: $16,549 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $273,500 Bonus: $136,750
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $222,000 Bonus: $45,500
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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ANCIRA ENTERPRISES www.ancira.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 15 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Y Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Y Tires: Paint & Body: Y Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Used Vehicle Sales Ancira Enterprises is a private car, truck and recreational
Truck & RV Sales vehicle dealer in Texas. The company has 10 car
Body Shops dealerships and one recreational vehicle dealership in the
greater San Antonio area. Ancira dealerships offer Buick,
Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, GMC, Jeep, Kia, Mercury,
Nissan, Pontiac and Volkswagen brands. The firm also has
a used car and trucks division and a body shop, the largest
in South Texas. Ancira RV, located in Boerne, Alvarado and
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Temple, Texas, sells new and used campers, motorhomes
Ancira RV and recreational vehicles. These include diesel
motorhomes, class A and C motorhomes, fifth wheels and
travel trailers from Winnebago, Fleetwood, Itasca, Allegro
and others. Ancira RV also sells parts for RVs, including
bathroom parts, beds, kitchen items, lights, electronics,
wheels and brakes, as well as accessories such as camping
and hiking gear, flags and flag holders, games, grills and
accessories, outdoor furniture cleaners, patio accessories,
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be picnic supplies, books, CDs, coffee makers and health and
intentionally listed here more than once. beauty products. Ancira accepts trade-in vehicles with
Ernesto Ancira, Jr., CEO financing and offers free 23 point vehicle inspections. The
Ernesto Ancira, Jr., Pres. company’s repair technicians are industry certified in the use
Betty Ferguson, CFO of the Genesis System, a computerized and laser-based
Joey Blackmon, VP-Oper. structure and frame measuring tool, and are also equipped
Phone: 210-681-4900 Fax: 210-681-9413 with the Speis Hecker Paint Color Match System.
Toll-Free:
Address: 6111 Bandera Rd., San Antonio, TX 78238 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $232,500 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 701
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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APPLIED INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGIES INC www.applied.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 35 Profits: 27
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Industrial Component Distribution
Automotive Parts & Products, Distribution Applied Industrial Technologies (AIT) is a North American
Engineering & Maintenance Services industrial distributor divided into service center-based
distribution and fluid power businesses. The service center-
based distribution segment provides customers industrial
products in 48 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, five Canadian
provinces and six Mexican states. It also operates regional
fabricated rubber shops to modify and repair conveyor belts
and hose apparatuses; and field crews to install and repair
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: belts and rubber lines at customers’ premises. This division
Minnesota Bearing Company operates in the U.S. using the Applied Industrial
Ohio Ball Bearing Company (The)
Technologies trade name; as Bearing & Transmission, B&T
Applied Maintenace America
Fluid Power Connection
Rubber, and Groupe GLM in Canada; Applied México in
Mexico; and Rafael Benitez Carrillo in Puerto Rico. The fluid
power businesses segment consists of specialized regional
companies which distribute fluid power components and
operate shops to assemble fluid power systems and perform
equipment repair. The fluid power businesses primarily sells
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be directly to customers. AIT represents more than 2,000
intentionally listed here more than once. leading manufacturers worldwide, and supports such
David L. Pugh, CEO industries as primary metals, pulp and paper, food
Benjamin J. Mondics, COO processing, chemical processing, mining, utilities, textiles,
Benjamin J. Mondics, Pres. agriculture and automotive. In June 2007, AIT announced
Mark O. Eisele, CFO the availability of a new catalog combining MRO parts with
Thomas A. Armold, VP-Mktg. & Strategic Accounts fluid power products, which had previously been available
James T. Hopper, CIO/VP only in the separate catalogs Applied Maintenance America
Michael L. Coticchia, Chief Admin. Officer and Fluid Power Connection. In May 2008, the firm closed
Fred D. Bauer, General Counsel/VP/Corp. Sec.
Todd A. Barlett, VP-Acquisitions & Global Bus. Dev.
its acquisition of Mexican-based Suministros Industriales
Richard C. Shaw, VP-Comm. & Learning Enol, S.A. de C.V. and its group of companies. In July 2008,
Mark O. Eisele, Treas./VP the company announced it agreed to acquire Fluid Power
Daniel T. Brezovec, Corp. Controller Resource, LLC; Bay Advanced Technologies; Carolina Fluid
Michael L. Coticchia, VP-Government Bus. Components; DTS Fluid Power; FluidTech; Hughes HiTech;
David L. Pugh, Chmn. Hydro Air; and Power Systems.
Jeffrey A. Ramras, VP-Supply Chain Mgmt. AIT offers its employees a full benefits package including
Phone: 216-426-4000 Fax: 216-426-4845 education assistance and product discounts. The company
Toll-Free: 877-279-2799 also offers its employees COMET, a sales and leadership
Address: 1 Applied Plaza, Cleveland, OH 44115-5056 US program for recent college graduates that offers a fast-track
approach for future salespeople.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: AIT
2007 Sales: $2,014,109 2007 Profits: $86,022 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $1,900,780 2006 Profits: $72,299 Employees: 4,635
2005 Sales: $1,717,055 2005 Profits: $55,339 Fiscal Year Ends: 6/30
2004 Sales: $1,517,004 2004 Profits: $31,471 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Y Top Exec. Salary: $880,000 Bonus: $2,423,500
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $535,000 Bonus: $1,012,896
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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ARCTIC CAT INC www.arctic-cat.com


Industry Group Code: 336999 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 2 Profits: 2
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
All-Terrain Vehicle Manufacturer
Snowmobiles Arctic Cat, Inc. designs, engineers, manufactures and
Parts & Accessories markets snowmobiles and all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) under
Cold-Weather Garments the Arctic Cat brand name, as well as related parts, winter
garments and accessories. The company markets these
products through a network of independent dealers in the
U.S., Canada and Europe, as well as distributors
representing dealers in Europe, the Middle East, Asia and
other international markets. The firm manufacturers
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: snowmobiles (41 models); ATVs (24 models); accessories
Arcticwear such as electric start kits, reverse gear kits, mirrors,
Beracat
windshields, luggage racks, backrests, saddlebags,
Jaguar
Crossfire
bumpers, gauges, tail-light protectors and snowmobile
Panther covers; supplies such as oil and fuel additives, track studs
and carbide runners; and the Arcticwear line of cold-weather
clothing. Artic Cat's snowmobile categories and models
include performance snowmobiles (F series and Jaguar);
mountain (M series); crossover (Crossfire); touring (Panther
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be and T series); and utility (Bearcat). Arctic Cat's ATV line-up
intentionally listed here more than once. includes youth, utility, sport and multi-rider models, including
Christopher A. Twomey, CEO the recently introduced Prowler. In fiscal year 2008, the firm
Timothy C. Delmore, CFO received 26% of its revenues from snowmobiles; 56% from
Terry J. Blount, VP-Human Resources ATVs; and 18% from parts, garments and accessories.
Roger H. Skime, VP-R&D Arctic Cat has engineering and manufacturing facilities in
Ole E. Tweet, VP-New Prod. Dev. Thief River Falls, Minnesota and Madison, South Dakota. It
Timothy C. Delmore, Sec. also owns a distribution center in Bucyrus, Ohio; and
Ronald G. Ray, VP-Oper. contracts with a Taiwanese company for the manufacture of
Christopher A. Twomey, Chmn.
ATV engines. Arctic Cat has a distribution partnership with
Phone: 218-681-8558 Fax: 218-681-3162 Italian motorbike manufacturer the Piaggio Group. In
Toll-Free: February 2008, the firm closed its Madison, South Dakota
Address: 601 Brooks Ave. S., Thief River Falls, MN 56701 US painting, welding and subassembly plant.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: ACAT
2007 Sales: $782,431 2007 Profits: $22,070 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $732,794 2006 Profits: $23,746 Employees: 1,630
2005 Sales: $689,100 2005 Profits: $28,300 Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $649,617 2004 Profits: $30,365 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $549,300 Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $257,800 Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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ARVINMERITOR INC www.arvinmeritor.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 20 Profits: 59
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Parts Manufacturer
Drivetrain Systems & Components ArvinMeritor, Inc., headquartered in Troy, Michigan, is a
Exhaust Systems global supplier of a broad range of integrated systems,
Braking Systems modules and components serving light vehicle, commercial
Driveline Systems & Axles truck, trailer and specialty original equipment manufacturers
Undercarriage Systems and certain aftermarkets. The company operates
Roof & Door Systems approximately 82 manufacturing facilities in 22 countries,
participates in 21 joint ventures in 12 of these countries and
serves its customers through two businesses: Light vehicle
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: systems (LVS) and commercial vehicle systems (CVS). The
Commercial Vehicle Systems LVS segment supplies body systems, chassis systems and
Light Vehicle Systems
wheel products for passenger cars, all-terrain vehicles
OnGuard
(ATVs), light trucks and sport utility vehicles (SUVs). CVS
supplies drivetrain systems and components, including axles
and drivelines, braking systems, suspension systems and
ride control products for medium- and heavy-duty trucks,
trailers and specialty vehicles. CVS also operates a joint
venture with Volvo for the manufacturing of truck axles.
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be North America represents 46% of the company’s sales;
intentionally listed here more than once. Europe, 32%, South America, 12%; and Asia Pacific, 10%.
Charles McClure, CEO One of the firm’s most recent products, OnGuard, is a radar-
Charles McClure, Pres. based adaptive cruise control system with active braking for
Jeffrey Craig, CFO/Sr. VP commercial vehicles in North America. In May 2008, the firm
Vernon Baker, General Counsel/Sr. VP announced that it would spin off its automotive parts unit into
Mary Lehmann, Sr. VP-Strategic Initiatives a new company called Arvin Innovation, Inc. The new
Lin Cummins, Sr. VP-Comm. company will be publically traded and have 42 facilities in 16
Mary Lehmann, Treas. countries, with its headquarters in Detroit. International
Carsten Reinhardt, Sr. VP/Pres., Commercial Vehicle Systems
James Donion, Exec. VP
business will account for 65% of the new company’s
Charles McClure, Chmn. revenue. In July 2008, ArvinMeritor agreed to acquire
Trucktechnic, a Belgian remanufacturer and distributor of
Phone: 248-435-1000 Fax: 248-435-1393 commercial vehicle disc and foundation brakes.
Toll-Free:
Employees are offered medical, dental, vision and life
Address: 2135 W. Maple Rd., Troy, MI 48084 US insurance; a disability income plan; adoption assistance; and
educational assistance.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $7,167,000 2008 Profits: $-101,000 U.S. Stock Ticker: ARM
2007 Sales: $6,449,000 2007 Profits: $-219,000 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $6,415,000 2006 Profits: $-175,000 Employees: 19,800
2005 Sales: $6,371,000 2005 Profits: $12,000 Fiscal Year Ends: 9/30
2004 Sales: $7,887,000 2004 Profits: $-42,000 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $1,120,833 Bonus: $2,743,000
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $696,900 Bonus: $1,017,383
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 4 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

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ASAHI GLASS COMPANY LIMITED www.agc.co.jp/english


Industry Group Code: 327210 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Glass Manufacturing
Automotive Glass Manufacturing Asahi Glass Co., Ltd. (AGC) is a global materials and
Specialty Glass Manufacturing components supplier based on core technologies in glass,
Chemicals Manufacturing fluorine chemistry and related fields. It comprises four main
companies: Flat glass, automotive glass, display and
chemicals. The flat glass company’s main products,
primarily used in home and office windows, include sheet
glass, wired glass and double-glazed insulating glass. Other
products include laminated safety glass, touch panels, solar
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: panels, mirrors and fire-resistant glass. The automotive
PICTORICO glass company strengthens and shapes mostly tempered
AFG Industries
and laminated flat glass, making it suitable for use in
vehicles, primarily in windshields. AGC accounts for almost
one third of worldwide automotive glass sales. Asahi’s
display company makes glass bulbs for traditional cathode
ray tube (CRT) monitors, as well as glass and substrates for
flat-panel displays including liquid crystal displays (LCDs)
and plasma display panels. It is also working to develop
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be glass for organic electroluminescent displays and field
intentionally listed here more than once. emission displays. Finally, the chemicals company offers
Masahiro Kadomatsu, CEO fluorochemicals for use in coatings, optical filters and
Kazuhiko Ishimura, COO solvents; chlor-alkalis such as caustic soda, potassium
Kazuhiko Ishimura, Pres. hydroxide, potassium carbonate, chlorine and soda ash,
Takashi Matsuzawa, CFO/Sr. Exec. VP which are used as raw materials for glass; urethane products
Nozomu Taguchi, Gen. Mgr.-Mktg. & Sales including PICTORICO, a coating for high-resolution inkjet
Yasutoshi Hirata, Gen. Mgr.-Group Human Resources Planning printer paper; and iodine, which is used in agrochemicals,
Akira Toyama, Gen. Mgr.-Research Ctr. paints and fiber-reinforced plastics. Besides these four
Katsuhisa Kato, CTO
Shinichi Kawakami, Gen. Mgr.-Admin. & Human Resources Ctr.
companies, AGC has other operations, including its
Takashi Wada, Sr. Exec. VP-Global Oper./Pres., Flat Glass electronics and energy general division, which mainly
Katsuyoshi Kawaharazuka, Gen. Mgr.-Corp. Planning develops glass and ceramic electronic components, such as
Shukichi Umemoto, Gen. Mgr.-Corp. Finance semiconductors. The firm operates through a total of 350
Yuji Nishimi, Pres., Display Company/Exec. VP subsidiaries in Japan and 20 in other countries, including
Michiyoshi Kaino, Pres., Chemicals U.S.-based AFG Industries, a leading manufacturer of glass
Kei Yonamoto, Pres., Automotive Glass for the construction and specialty markets. AGC plans to
Eiichi Kudo, Pres., PGC Ceramics Co., Ltd. continue expanding throughout China, Southeast Asia,
Masahiro Kadomatsu, Chmn. Central Europe and Russia. During 2007, Japan generated
Akio Endo, Regional Pres., Japan & Asia/VP-Flat Glass
45.2% of the company’s net sales; the rest of Asia, 23.5%;
Phone: 81-3-3218-5741 Fax: 81-3-3218-7815 Europe, 21.6%; and the Americas, 9.6%.
Toll-Free:
Address: 1-12-1, Yurakucho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, 100-8405
Japan
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $15,030,000 2007 Profits: $620,000 Int’l Ticker: 5201 Int’l Exchange: Tokyo-TSE
2006 Sales: $13,938,900 2006 Profits: $387,040 Employees: 56,857
2005 Sales: $13,160,500 2005 Profits: $517,350 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $12,721,500 2004 Profits: $713,400 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC www.asburyauto.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 7 Profits: 8
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Y Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Y Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Dealers, Retail
Finance & Insurance Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. is an U.S. automotive retailer,
Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Services with 124 franchises at 93 dealership locations. The company
Replacement Parts offers automotive products and services including new and
used vehicles and related financing; vehicle maintenance
and repair services; replacement parts; and warranty,
insurance and extended service contracts. The firm’s
franchises include a portfolio of 35 American, European and
Asia brands of new vehicles that are sold to individual retail
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: customers and commercial customers. In 2007, Asbury
Troncalli Nissan retailed 101,871 new vehicles through its dealerships. The
Troncalli Infiniti
company sells used vehicles at all of its franchised
Smart Car
dealerships to individual retail customers and other dealers
at auction. The firm sells parts and provides maintenance
and repair service at all of its dealerships, primarily for the
vehicle brands sold at those dealerships. Asbury maintains
24 free-standing collision repair centers in close proximity to
its dealerships. In addition, the company arranges for the
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be financing of the sale or lease of new and used vehicles to
intentionally listed here more than once. customers through third party vendors. To date, the firm has
Charles R. Oglesby, CEO entered into lender agreements with 18 lenders. In 2007,
Charles R. Oglesby, Pres. 56.4% of Asbury’s revenues were derived from new vehicle
Craig Monaghan, CFO/Sr. VP sales, 19.5% from used vehicles, 12.3% from other services
Allen Levenson, VP-Sales & Mktg. and 2.8% from the finance and insurance business. The
Phil Johnson, VP-Human Resources group operates through nine local dealership groups located
Lynne A. Burgess, General Counsel/VP/Sec. in Arkansas, California, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi,
John C. Stamm, VP-Oper. Missouri, North Carolina, Texas and Virginia. It also has
George C. Karolis, VP-Corp. Dev.
Charles Robinson, VP-Finance & Insurance
operations in South Carolina, New Jersey and Virginia. In
John M. Rooks, VP-Risk Mgmt. February 2007, Asbury sold two of its dealerships located in
Brett A. Hutchinson, Controller/VP Little Rock, Arkansas. In June 2007, the company
Hunter Johnson, VP-Treasury/Pres., Automotive Financial Svcs. purchased the Troncalli Nissan and Troncalli Infiniti
Keith Style, VP-Finance & Investor Rel. dealerships in Georgia. In January 2008, the firm opened its
Michael J. Durham, Chmn. first Smart Car franchise in Missouri, with a second in Florida
Phone: 212-885-2500 Fax: 212-297-2649 scheduled to open later in 2008. Also in January 2008, the
Toll-Free: company sold four franchises for $2.7 million.
Address: 622 3rd Ave., 37th Fl., New York, NY 10017 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: ABG
2007 Sales: $5,712,967 2007 Profits: $50,955 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $5,694,387 2006 Profits: $60,749 Employees: 8,300
2005 Sales: $5,413,193 2005 Profits: $61,081 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $4,833,437 2004 Profits: $50,073 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $781,731 Bonus: $651,750
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $619,231 Bonus: $308,100
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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ASC INCORPORATED www.ascglobal.com


Industry Group Code: 541330 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Specialty Car Manufacturing
Automobile Design Services ASC, Inc., an acronym standing for American Specialty Cars,
is a firm based in Southgate, Michigan that helps carmakers
design, engineer and manufacture high-image low-volume
specialty vehicles. The company capitalizes on the recent
trend away from standard vehicles towards more
personalized, higher-end vehicles. Beyond its modeling and
prototyping services, ASC boast manufacturing capabilities
that range from body framing to multi-panel open air
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: systems. The firm produces vehicles under the Halo, Image
Questor Funds and Buzz platforms. The Halo and Image platforms focus on
Halo
new, low-volume, high-performance vehicles designed to
Image
Buzz
grab the attention of consumers. Buzz models are special
Saleen Incorporated versions of existing nameplates, capitalizing on what
consumers are already doing in the aftermarket. The
company was involved in developing models such as the
Dodge Ram SportSide Concept, Chevrolet SSR, the Buick
GNX and the Pontiac Vibe GTR. ASC has manufacturing
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be facilities in Michigan and Kentucky. The firm is privately held
intentionally listed here more than once. by Questor Funds. In 2007, the firm came together with
Paul Wilbur, CEO Saleen Incorporated as sister companies operating out of
Paul Wilbur, Pres. common facilities.
John Carson, CFO
Steven Laurain, VP-Sales
Steven Laurain, VP-Eng.
Mike Lingo, VP-Oper.
John Carson, Treas.
Mark Trostle, Pres., Creative Svcs.
Marques B. McCammon, Gen. Manager-ASC West Coast Design & Tech. Center
Dennis Kneale, Manager-Lexington Plant
Phone: 734-285-4911 Fax: 734-246-2735
Toll-Free:
Address: 1 ASC Center, Southgate, MI 48195 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 1,221
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $493,000 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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ASTON MARTIN LAGONDA LTD www.astonmartin.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 34 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Specialty Service: Y Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Manufacturing
Sports Cars Aston Martin Lagonda, Ltd., formerly a subsidiary of Ford
Antique Vehicle Maintenance & Restoration Motor Company, is a small British firm with more than 90
Clothing & Fashion Accessories years of experience in building high-performance sports cars.
Automobile Racing Its current models, the DBS, DB9 Coupe and DB9 Volante,
and the V8 Vantage Roadster and V8 Vantage Coupe, are
all built by hand and retail for between $113,000 and
$265,000. In addition, subsidiary Aston Martin Racing
manufactures a line of DBR9 racing cars in partnership with
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Prodrive Ltd., a British motorsport and vehicle technology
Lagonda company. Aston Martin operates a headquarters production
DBS
facility in Gaydon, Warwickshire in the U.K. with a production
DB9
V8 Vantage
capacity of 5,000 vehicles per year. The firm offers a wide
DBR9 variety of customization options and a performance driving
V8 Vantage Roadster course. It can collect and deliver cars for servicing at its
Collection (The) Newport Pagnell, Buckinghamshire facility from anywhere in
Prodrive Ltd. Europe, and will send service teams to any location in the
world if necessary. The company operates a Heritage team
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be dedicated to providing obsolete parts for repair of its older
intentionally listed here more than once. model and antique Aston Martin and Lagonda cars. The firm
Ulrich Bez, CEO also markets The Collection, a line of clothing, luggage and
Marek Reichman, Dir.-Design fashion accessories. The Aston Martin Racing division
Kingsley Riding-Felce, Dir.-Works Svc. & Customer Rel. sponsors competitive drivers and a dedicated team. In
Robin Brundle, Managing Dir.-Aston Martin Racing recent news, Aston Martin announced a plan to expand its
Ulrich Bez, Chmn. production and sales network over the next five or so years.
Phone: 44-1926-644644 Fax: 44-1926-644733 In March 2007, Ford announced the sale of Aston Martin to a
Toll-Free: group led by former racer David Richards for $931 million.
Address: Banbury Rd., Gaydon, Warwickshire CV35 0DB UK The deal was completed in the second quarter of 2007. In
late 2007, the company opened a new design studio at its
Gaydon headquarters. In 2008, Aston Martin Racing
unveiled its GT2 racing car, with is based on the V8 Vantage
but can run on E85 bioethanol.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $515,400 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 916
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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ASV INC www.asvi.com


Industry Group Code: 333000 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Machinery, Manufacturing
Suspension Systems ASV, Inc. designs, manufactures and sells rubber track
Automotive Undercarriages vehicles and related accessories, attachments and traction
products. It has three product lines: Posi-Track, original
equipment manufacturer (OEM) undercarriages and
Loegering. The Posi-Track and undercarriage lines use a
rubber track suspension system which takes advantage of
the benefits of both traditional rubber wheels and steel
tracks. Rubber track vehicles provide the traction, stability
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: and low ground pressure necessary for operation on soft,
Terex Corp wet, muddy, rough, boggy, slippery, snowy or hilly terrain.
Posi-Track
However, unlike steel track vehicles, they can also be driven
Scout SC-50
Loegering
on groomed, landscaped and paved surfaces without
causing damage. Unlike small four-wheeled vehicles such
as skid-steers, the weight of Posi-Track vehicles is
distributed over its two tracks, which have ground surface
area much greater than that of a wheeled skid-steer.
Therefore, the Posi-Track has an average ground pressure
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be of approximately 3 pounds per square inch (psi), as opposed
intentionally listed here more than once. to approximately 35 psi for a typical skid-steer of comparable
Ronald M. DeFeo, CEO weight. The Scout SC-50, part of the Posi-Track product
Mark S. Glasnapp, Pres. line, features a 50 horsepower diesel engine, cab seating for
Thomas R. (Tom) Karges, CFO two and a flatbed rear deck with the capacity to carry two
Del Carver, Dir.-Mktg. & Sales tons of cargo. The Scout can also be fitted with optional
Ronald M. DeFeo, Chmn. front and rear hydraulics and a number of attachments,
Phone: 218-327-3434 Fax: 218-327-9122 including a snow blade and an industrial-grade hydraulic
Toll-Free: 800-346-5954 dump box for hauling over 35 cubic feet of material. ASV
Address: 840 Lily Ln., PO Box 5160, Grand Rapids, MN 55744 sells its OEM undercarriages to Caterpillar, Inc. as a primary
US component on Caterpillar’s Multi-Terrain Loader product line
and to Vermeer Manufacturing, Inc. as a primary component
on certain of Vermeer’s trenchers and horizontal directional
drills. The company’s Loegering product line consists of
traction products for wheeled skid-steers and attachments for
the skid-steer market. In March 2008, ASV was acquired by
Terex Corp. for $457 million; it is now a wholly-owned
subsidiary operating in the Terex Construction segment.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $246,137 2006 Profits: $22,047 Employees: 284
2005 Sales: $245,082 2005 Profits: $27,898 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $160,873 2004 Profits: $17,175 Parent Company: TEREX CORP
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $250,000 Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $231,500 Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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ATC TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION www.goatc.com


Industry Group Code: 336350 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 4 Profits: 2
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Engineering & Remanufacturing Services
Logistics Services ATC Technology Corp., formerly Aftermarket Technology
Corp., provides outsourced engineering solutions and supply
chain logistics services to the light and medium/heavy-duty
vehicle aftermarket and consumer electronics industries.
The company operates primarily in two segments: drivetrain
and logistics & electronics. Through the drivetrain business
segment, the firm provides customized remanufacturing
services focused on complex light and medium/heavy-duty
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: vehicle drivetrain products, such as automatic transmissions
Aaron's Automotive and engines, which are primarily sold through the service,
Autocraft Industries
repair and parts organizations of its customers. This
Autocraft Industries UK
NuVinci
segment consists of subsidiaries Aaron’s Automotive, which
remanufactures front- and rear-wheel-drive automatic
transmissions, torque converters and engine long blocks;
and Autocraft Industries and Autocraft Industries UK, which
remanufactures gasoline and diesel engines. Drivetrain
customers include Honda, Ford, Chrysler, Allison and GM.
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Through the logistics and electronics business segment,
intentionally listed here more than once. ATC offers value-added supply-chain services to the
Donald T. Johnson, CEO consumer electronics and light vehicle aftermarket industries,
Todd R. Peters, COO including fulfillment, returns management, reverse logistics,
Todd R. Peters, Pres. test, repair and other related services. The segment also
John M. Pinkerton, Acting CFO/VP remanufactures and distributes electronic components.
Joseph Salamunovich, General Counsel/VP/Sec. Logistics customers include AT&T, Delphi, Visteon, GM,
Mary Ryan, VP-Comm. TomTom, Nokia, LG, Magellan, and SonyEricsson. The firm
Mary Ryan, VP-Investor Rel. also manufactures NuVinci continuously variable planetary
John Pinkerton, Controller/VP
Rick Stanley, Pres., ATC Drivetrain
(CVP) transmission for human-powered and motor-powered
William L. Conley, Jr., Pres., ATC Logistics & Electronics vehicles and machines. The NuVinci CVP transmission can
Donald T. Johnson, Chmn. be used for applications in industries such as bicycles,
electric vehicles, tractors, automobiles and truck. The
Phone: 630-271-8100 Fax: 630-271-9999
company generally provides its services under contractual
Toll-Free: relationships with customers that distribute high-value,
Address: 1400 Opus Place, Ste. 600, Downers Grove, IL 60515 complex products.
US
The company offers its employees medical, dental, vision
and life insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance;
flexible spending accounts; a 401(k) plan; and education
assistance.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: ATAC
2007 Sales: $530,706 2007 Profits: $39,607 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $497,974 2006 Profits: $8,023 Employees: 3,900
2005 Sales: $419,618 2005 Profits: $31,008 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $375,600 2004 Profits: $5,776 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $560,000 Bonus: $1,512,000
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $337,500 Bonus: $607,500
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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ATS AUTOMATION TOOLING SYSTEMS INC www.atsautomation.com


Industry Group Code: 333000 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 6 Profits: 6
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automated Systems Manufacturing
Precision Systems Manufacturing ATS Automation Tooling Systems, Inc., based in Ontario,
Photovoltaic Cells Canada, is a leading designer and producer of turn-key
Repetitive Equipment Manufacturing automated manufacturing and test systems. These systems
Manufacturing Consulting are used primarily by multinational corporations operating in
the automotive, computer/electronics, healthcare,
telecommunications and consumer product industries. The
company also makes precision components and sub-
assemblies using its own custom-built manufacturing
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: systems, process knowledge and automation technology.
Photowatt Technologies, Inc. Photowatt Technologies, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary,
manufactures energy cells, ingots, wafers and modules.
ATS has operations in North America, Europe, Southeast
Asia and China, with 23 manufacturing facilities. Photowatt
Technologies has been growing rapidly, and is now the
company’s second-largest operating segment after its
primary automated systems group (ASG), surpassing the
precision components group (PCG). The firm has made a
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be number of divestures, including its U.S. and Canada PCG
intentionally listed here more than once. facilities and its Berlin, Germany coal winding subsidiary.
Anthony Caputo, CEO ATS has recently expanded in Asia, launching a 60,000-
Maria Perrella, CFO square-foot ASG facility in Penang, Malaysia and a 17,000-
Lynne Brenegan, VP-Human Resources square-foot PCG facility in Shanghai, China. In 2007, the
Ron Keyser, CIO firm announced plans to broaden its PCG base in the
Stewart McCuaig, General Counsel/VP healthcare and electronics industries and to expand its
Mike Fisher, VP-Bus. Dev. current facilities in China, working with a private Chinese
Lalitha Mony, Investor Rel. Coordinator precision machining company. In October 2007, Photowatt
Carl Galloway, Treas./VP
Chuck Gyles, VP/Organizational Effectiveness
signed a three-year contract with EDF Energies Nouvelles, a
Eric Kiisel, Sr. VP-Automation Systems Group Canada green electricity affiliate of Electricite de France, to supply
Jim Sheldon, VP-Automation Systems Group USA refined metallurgical silicon solar modules. In November
John Sun, VP-Automation Systems Group Asia 2007, the company underwent executive restructuring in
Lawrence G. Tapp, Chmn. order to meet changes in the manufacturing market.
Bruce E. Seeley, VP-Automation Systems Group Europe ATS offers its employees a computer purchase plan, on-the-
Phone: 519-653-6500 Fax: 519-650-6520 job training, an educational program and scholarships.
Toll-Free:
Address: 250 Royal Oak Rd., Cambridge, ON A6 N3H 4R6
Canada
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $663,269 2008 Profits: $-23,423 U.S. Stock Ticker: ATA
2007 Sales: $614,538 2007 Profits: $-85,015 Int’l Ticker: ATA Int’l Exchange: Toronto-TSX
2006 Sales: $627,460 2006 Profits: $-69,293 Employees: 2,310
2005 Sales: $681,857 2005 Profits: $8,223 Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $545,628 2004 Profits: $-1,993 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Y Top Exec. Salary: $517,943 Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Y Second Exec. Salary: $345,607 Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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ATX GROUP INC www.atxg.com


Industry Group Code: 513300D Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Y Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Telematics
Emergency Response Systems ATX Group, Inc. is one of the world’s largest providers of
Stolen Vehicle Tracking telematics (location-based voice and data communication
Automobile Operational Analysis services). It equips more than 600,000 automobiles with its
Navigation Tools products annually primarily in North America and Western
Europe. The firm’s services targeting vehicle owners
operate through two-way voice and data communications,
established through wireless carriers such as AT&T, Verizon
and Sprint, between the automobile of a subscriber and a
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: support center run by ATX. Its services include location
ATX specific emergency response; vehicle breakdown assistance;
DIVA
automatic collision notification; and navigation aids and traffic
Driver Interactive Vehicle Applications
Pinnacle
alerts run in real-time. Satellite driven global positioning
systems (GPS) are incorporated into its service package to
pinpoint the location of a vehicle, which assists, for example,
stolen vehicle recovery. The firm connects the vehicle owner
to a dealer of their preference to address all service needs
and vehicle related questions. The company’s services for
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be original equipment manufacturers (OEM) include remote
intentionally listed here more than once. access by the OEM to information regarding the vehicle’s
Steven A. Millstein, CEO performance and diagnostics. For instance, the remote
Hal Jensen, COO access can open doors in the event of a lock out, or provide
Steven A. Millstein, Pres. a repair service with information about the vehicle’s engine
Micheal J. Briskey, CFO before it arrives. The company also creates and maintains a
David Friedman, Chief Mktg. Officer/Exec. VP website specific to each of its OEM customers, linking to the
Gwen Daniels, VP-Admin. & Support Svcs. OEM’s own homepage, containing relevant information about
Renee T. Kingsley, General Counsel the OEM’s telemetrics program. Some of the firm’s
Gary Wallace, VP-Corp. Rel.
Jimmy Stovall, Sr. VP-Customer Care
customers include BMW, Maybach, Rolls-Royce and
Tod Farrell, VP-Customer Solutions Mercedes-Benz. Many of the company’s services are
Greg Corley, VP-Sales available in bundled packages. In April 2008, the firm
Oda-Carina Braunfeld, Dir.-Human Resources & Facilities, ATX Europe announced the launch of Pinnacle, an open, comprehensive
Steven W. Riebel, Chmn. platform for off-board, location-based services and
Arnaud de Meulemeester, Sr. Dir.-EU advertising on portable personal navigation devices (PNG).
Phone: 972-753-6200 Fax: 972-753-6226
Toll-Free: 800-511-5891
Address: 8550 Freeport Pkwy., Irving, TX 75063-2547 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 395
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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AUDI AG www.audi.com
Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 13 Profits: 10
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Y Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Manufacturing
Luxury & Sports Cars Audi AG, a publically listed subsidiary of Volkswagen AG, is
Automobile Customization & Accessories a German firm that designs and manufactures high-end
Engine Manufacturing luxury cars. The company operates through three main
Automotive Electronics subsidiaries: Audi Hungaria Motor Kft.; Automobili
Lamborghini Holding, S.p.A.; and Quattro GmbH. Audi
Hungaria Motor Kft., based in Gyor, Hungary, develops and
builds engines for Audi, other Volkswagen Group companies
and third parties. In addition, this subsidiary produces the
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Audi TT Coupe and TT Roadster lines of vehicles.
Audi Automobili Lamborghini Holding, S.p.A. builds the
Audi Hungaria Motor Kft
Lamborghini brand of high-end sports cars, which includes
Quattro Gmbh
Automobili Lamborghini Holding, SpA
the Gallardo Coupe, Gallardo Spyder, Murcielago LP640
Lamborghini Coupe and Murcielago LP640 Roadster. Additionally, this
AUTOGERMA SpA subsidiary oversees AUTOGERMA S.p.A., which sells Audi
Q7 and Volkswagen vehicles in Italy. Quattro GmbH, based in
Volkswagen AG Neckarsulm, Germany, designs and manufactures the RS
range of vehicles as well as the Avant model. This
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be subsidiary also runs customization operations. Formed in
intentionally listed here more than once. Germany in 1932 from the combination of four separate auto
Rupert Stadler, Chmn.-Mgmt. Board manufacturers, Audi now has production facilities in
Axel Strotbek, Dir.-Finance & Organization Germany, Italy, Hungary, Brazil and China, manufacturing
Peter Schwarzenbauer, Dir.-Mktg. & Sales over 1 million cars per year. The company also owns and
Werner Widuckel, Dir.-Human Resources operates various consolidated sales subsidiaries such as
Michael Dick, Dir.-Tech. Dev. Audi Australia Pty Ltd.; Audi Japan K.K.; Audi Volkswagen
Frank Dreves, Dir.-Production Korea Ltd.; and Audi Volkswagen Middle East Fze.
Martin Winterkorn, Chmn.
Ulf Berkenhagen, Dir.-Purchasing
Phone: 49-841-89-40300 Fax: 49-841-89-30900
Toll-Free:
Address: Postfach 100457, Ingolstadt, D-85045 Germany
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $45,246,100 2008 Profits: $4,203,620 U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $49,417,000 2007 Profits: $2,431,400 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $45,778,700 2006 Profits: $1,974,200 Employees: 53,347
2005 Sales: $39,088,800 2005 Profits: $1,211,300 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $33,426,000 2004 Profits: $1,184,300 Parent Company: VOLKSWAGEN AG
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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AUDI OF AMERICA INC www.audiusa.com


Industry Group Code: 421110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
New & Used Car Dealer
Automotive Accessories Audi of America, Inc., a subsidiary of Volkswagen of
Personal Accessories America, Inc., is the U.S. sales and marketing branch of the
Audi car brand. Audi models available in the U.S. include
the A3, A4, A5, A6, A8 and R8; the TT Coupe and Roadster;
and the Audi Q7. The models are identifiable through the
four ring logo that appears prominently on the grills of all
cars. Audi equips its luxury cars with option features such as
GPS navigation and BlueTooth communication. Models
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: range in price from $28,000 (the A3) to about $120,000 (the
Volkswagen of America Inc A8). The subsidiary’s parent manufactures a line of car and
Audi AG
personal accessories that Audi of America then sells. This
A6
A8 L
line of car accessories allows customers to customize their
TT Coupe car at their local dealership, as well as from the manufacturer
Quattro through the company web site’s Build Your Audi function.
Avant The company web site also contains an Audi merchandise
Q7 online store that sells products emblazoned with the
company logo. Audi of America imports its cars from five
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be main manufacturing facilities in Brazil, Germany, Italy,
intentionally listed here more than once. Hungary and China.
Johan de Nysschen, CEO
Mark Del Rosso, COO
Scott Keogh, Chief Mktg. Officer
Raimund Thomandl, Dir.-AfterSales Audi of America
Phone: 248-754-5000 Fax: 248-754-5540
Toll-Free: 800-367-2834
Address: 3800 Hamlin Rd., Auburn Hills, MI 48326 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA INC
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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AUTOALLIANCE INTERNATIONAL INC www.autoalliance.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 35 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Manufacturing
Mazda6 AutoAlliance International, Inc. (AAI) is a joint venture
Ford Mustang between Ford Motor Company and Mazda Motor
Corporation. The company is engaged in the contract
manufacturing of mid-priced sedans and sports cars,
specifically the Mazda6 and the Ford Mustang. Past models
manufactured at the operations plant have included Mercury
Cougar, Mazda 626, Ford Probe and Mazda MX-6. AAI's 2.7
millions square foot manufacturing plant is on a 400-acre
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: property located in Flat Rock, Michigan. AAI’s manufacturing
Ford Motor Co facilities have a production capacity of approximately
Mazda Motor Corporation
240,000 vehicles per year. In September 2006, AAI
Mercury Cougar
Mazda 626
produced its 3 millionth vehicle, a Volcanic Red Mazda6 5-
Ford Probe door, and donated it to the New Orleans area Habitat for
Mazda MX-6 Humanity. Ford Motor Company holds a 33% stake in
Mazda.

CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be
intentionally listed here more than once.
Gary A. Roe, CEO
Gary A. Roe, Pres.
Don Gellinas, CFO
Rex Johnson, VP-Human Resources
John Parker, Chmn.
Phone: 734-782-7800 Fax: 734-783-8216
Toll-Free:
Address: 1 International Dr., Flat Rock, MI 48134 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Joint Venture
2007 Sales: $446,700 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 3,200
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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AUTOBYTEL INC www.autobytel.com


Industry Group Code: 514199A Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 2 Profits: 2
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing: Y
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Media & Marketing Services
Online Car Sales Support Autobytel, Inc. is an automotive media and marketing
services company that helps dealers sells cars and services;
and manufacturers build brands through efficient marketing
and advertising primarily through the Internet. The company
owns and operates automotive web sites, including
autobytel.com, autoweb.com, car.com, carsmart.com,
autosite.com and cartv.com. Autobytel.com provides a
wealth of information about a vast array of new and pre-
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: owned vehicles, including light trucks. Customers can
myride.com choose from a variety of colors, accessories and methods of
autobytel.com
payment and then have the site search all retail dealerships
autoweb.com
car.com
within a given radius from the user's home for a car that
carsmart.com matches the selected specifications. The firm’s other web
autosite.com sites offer various levels of information and access to
cartv.com Autobytel’s dealers. Autobytel also provides customer
LeadCall relationship management products and programs, consisting
of management products, customer loyalty and retention
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be marketing programs. In February 2007, Autobytel
intentionally listed here more than once. announced that it sold its Automotive Information Center
Jim Riesenbach, CEO data business to R.L. Polk & Co. That same month, the
Jim Riesenbach, Pres. company announced the launch of its new web site,
Monty A. Houdeshell, CFO/Exec. VP myride.com, the first fully integrated automotive vertical
Michael Hunsche, CTO/Sr. VP search web site. In January 2008, the company sold its AVV
Glenn Fuller, Chief Legal Officer/Exec. VP/Corp. Sec. business, including data extraction and customer relationship
Mark Garms, Sr. VP-Dealer Oper. & Strategy management software, to Dominion Enterprises for $22.75
Jon Rosen, Sr. VP-Web Bus. Oper. million in cash. In July 2008, the firm launched their
Phone: 949-225-4500 Fax: 949-225-4557 LeadCall program, designed to connect online customers
Toll-Free: with dealerships.
Address: 18872 MacArthur Blvd., Irvine, CA 92612 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: ABTL
2007 Sales: $84,385 2007 Profits: $-5,355 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $85,102 2006 Profits: $-31,468 Employees: 269
2005 Sales: $122,054 2005 Profits: $-6,258 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $119,089 2004 Profits: $5,837 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $425,000 Bonus: $255,000
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $277,083 Bonus: $128,416
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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AUTOCAM CORPORATION www.autocam.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts, Manufacturing
Metal Components Autocam Corporation manufactures highly engineered,
Medical Devices precision-machined, metal alloy components for many of the
world’s Tier I automotive parts suppliers. The firm is owned
by an investment group comprised of Goldman Sachs
Group, Inc., Transportation Resource Partners, Autocam
senior management, with the later maintaining a significant
stake. With 15 facilities in the U.S., Brazil, China, Poland
and France, the company’s primary focus is on precision-
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: machined automotive components, sub-assemblies and
Micron Holdings, Inc. complete assemblies. Autocam has the technological and
Titan Holdings, Inc.
manufacturing capacity to produce complex parts requiring
Goldman Sachs Group, Inc.
Transportation Resource Partners
extremely close tolerances in the single-digit micron range.
Autocam manufactures its precision automotive components
in five primary product categories: steering, which includes
valve assemblies, sleeves, torsion bars, input shafts, pinions
and worms; fuel delivery, which includes disk checks, pole
pieces, valves, seat guides, diesel pump bodies, diesel
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be cases, sleeves and inlet tubes; braking products, which
intentionally listed here more than once. includes sleeves, push rods, seats and valve rods; electric
John C. Kennedy, CEO motors products, which includes gears, gear sub-assemblies
John Buchan, COO and worm shafts; and airbag products, which includes
John C. Kennedy, Pres. collars, adaptors, projectiles, chargeholders and diffusers.
Warren A. Veltman, CFO The company also manufactures components and
Warren A. Veltman, Corp. Sec. assemblies for other automotive applications and for medical
John R. Buchan, VP-Oper. devices, such as hand pieces for ophthalmic surgery; spinal,
Warren A. Veltman, Treas. hip, knee and shoulder implant systems; blood cleaning and
John C. Kennedy, Chmn.
separation equipment, ultrasonic imaging equipment and
Phone: 616-698-0707 Fax: 616-698-6876 DNA testing equipment; and laser cut coronary and aortic
Toll-Free: 800-747-6978 stents. The firm makes its products through a variety of
Address: 4436 Broadmoor SE, Kentwood, MI 49512 US high-tech processes, including precision turning, grinding
and milling; forging; plastic injection molding; rotary transfer,
precision secondary and laser machining; finishing; heat
treating; and precision cleaning. Autocam has been
expanding further into the global market by opening
manufacturing plants in China, including one not far from
Hong Kong and another plant in Wuxi. In March 2007, the
company announced the completion of recapitalization and
new debt and equity financing.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 2,578
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 6/30
2004 Sales: $350,300 2004 Profits: $2,700 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y

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AUTOLIV INC www.autoliv.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 18 Profits: 9
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Safety Products Manufacturing
Seat Belts Autoliv, Inc. develops, manufactures and produces
Airbags automotive safety equipment and systems. Autoliv is the
Seat Components result of a merger of two companies, which continue as the
Steering Wheels company’s primary subsidiaries: Autoliv AB and Autoliv ASP,
Child Seats Inc. Swedish-based Autoliv AB produces restraint systems;
Safety Electronics steering wheels, seatbelts and seatbelt pretensioners; frontal
Anti-Whiplash Systems and side-impact airbags; and seat subsystems. Indiana-
based Autoliv ASP, Inc. provides air bag inflators; modules
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: and airbag cushions; seatbelts; and steering wheels.
Inflatable Curtain Autoliv's customers include all the leading automobile
Anti-Whiplash Seat
manufacturers in the world, with the majority of sales in
Active Hood
Pedestrian Protection Airbag
Europe, the U.S. and Japan. The firm has 80 plants in 29
Bumper Airbag countries, 21 crash tracks and 13 technical centers in 13
Front Edge Airbag countries. In 2007, 65% of the firm’s sales consisted of
Autoliv AB airbags and associated products and 35% consisted of
Autoliv ASP, Inc. seatbelts and associated products. Autoliv invented the
world's first side-impact airbag, the Inflatable Curtain for
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be head protection in side impacts and the Anti-Whiplash Seat.
intentionally listed here more than once. New products include a side impact airbag mounted on the
Jan Carlson, CEO door of the vehicle for rollover protection; a fixed-hub
Benoit Marsaud, COO/VP steering wheel optimizing the orientation of the driver airbag
Jan Carlson, Pres. for head and abdomen protection; a night vision system
Magnus Lindquist, CFO/VP which uses an infrared camera installed on the front of the
Hans-Goran Patring, VP-Human Resources car to project on a display in front of the driver; and the
Jan Olsson, VP-Research pedestrian protection system. Utilizing the Active Hood,
Steve Fredin, VP-Eng. which raises instantly when a sensor system placed in the
Benoit Marsaud, VP-Mfg.
Mike Anderson, Acting VP-Legal Affairs/General Counsel/Sec.
front bumper is triggered, and the Pedestrian Protection
Mats Odman, VP-Corp. Comm. Airbag, a pair of airbags installed near the front windshield,
Svante Mogefors, VP-Quality the pedestrian protection system reduces the chances of
Lars Westerberg, Chmn. pedestrian fatality in a car-to-pedestrian impact at 25 mph
Benoit Marsaud, Pres., Autoliv Europe from nearly 100% to less than 15%. In June 2007, the
Halvar Jonzon, VP-Purchasing company introduced two new airbags: the Bumper Airbag for
Phone: 46-8-587-20-600 Fax: 46-8-411-7025 SUV-to-passenger car impacts and the Front Edge Airbag for
Toll-Free: and SUV-to-pedestrian impacts.
Address: Klarabergsviadukten 70, Section E, Stockholm, SE-107
24 Sweden
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $6,473,200 2008 Profits: $164,700 U.S. Stock Ticker: ALV
2007 Sales: $6,769,000 2007 Profits: $287,900 Int’l Ticker: ALIV Int’l Exchange: Stockholm-SSE
2006 Sales: $6,118,000 2006 Profits: $402,300 Employees: 34,000
2005 Sales: $6,204,900 2005 Profits: $292,600 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $6,143,900 2004 Profits: $320,000 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $701,172 Bonus: $353,953
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $661,765 Bonus: $285,882
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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AUTOMOBILI LAMBORGHINI HOLDING SPA www.lamborghini.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Manufacturing
Sports Cars Automobili Lamborghini Holding S.p.A. (Lamborghini) is a
Powerboat Engines subsidiary of Volkswagen’s AUDI business unit, AUDI AG.
Merchandising The company operates through three subsidiaries.
Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A. is known worldwide for
developing and building high-performance sports cars. It
produces and sells approximately 424 cars per year for
between approximately $175,000 and $325,000 each.
Motori Marini Lamborghini S.p.A. produces high-performance
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: engines for powerboats. Lamborghini ArtiMarca S.p.A. is
Volkswagen AG responsible for merchandising and licensing of Lamborghini-
Audi AG
branded products. Lamborghini has two current models:
Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A.
Motori Marini Lamborghini S.p.A.
Lamborghini Murcielago (named after a legendary fighting
Lamborghini ArtiMarca S.p.A. bull) and Lamborghini Gallardo. The 2009 Lamborghini
Gallardo Murcielago has a 632 horsepower output and is powered by
Murcielago a 6.5 V12 engine that enables it to reach 60 mph in 3.4
seconds and top speeds of 211 mph. Prices start at
$354,000. The 2009 Gallardo Spyder LP560-4 races to 62
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be mph in 3.7 seconds thanks to a 560 horsepower capacity
intentionally listed here more than once. and a 5.2-liter V10 engine. Prices start at $198,000.
Stephan Winkelmann, CEO
Stephan Winkelmann, Pres.
Dominik Hoberg, Dir.-Corp. Image
Stephan Winkelmann, Chmn.
Phone: 39-051-68-17-611 Fax: 39-051-68-17-737
Toll-Free:
Address: Via Modena 12, Sant'Agata Bolognese, Bologna,
40019 Italy
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 685
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: AUDI AG
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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AUTONATION INC www.autonation.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits: 2
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing: Y
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealer
Online Auto Sales AutoNation, Inc. is one of the largest automotive retailers in
Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Services the U.S. The company offers a diversified range of
Vehicle Parts automotive products and services, including new vehicles;
Extended Service Contracts used vehicles; vehicle maintenance and repair services;
Vehicle Protection Products vehicle parts; extended service contracts; vehicle protection
products; and other aftermarket products. The firm also
arranges financing for vehicle purchases through third-party
finance sources. AutoNation operates 322 new vehicle
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: franchises from 244 stores located in major metropolitan
AOL AutosDirect markets in 16 states, predominantly in the Sunbelt region of
autonation.com
the U.S. The company’s stores sell 38 different brands of
new vehicles. The core brands of vehicles, representing
more than 96% of the new vehicles the firm sold in 2007, are
manufactured by Ford, General Motors, DaimlerChrysler,
Toyota, Nissan, Honda and BMW. The company's web site
allows prospective buyers to evaluate the trade-in value of a
current vehicle, explore nearby car lots, read automotive
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be reviews and even arrange for the purchase an automobile
intentionally listed here more than once. online. The firm has strategic partnerships and alliances with
Mike Jackson, CEO e-commerce companies, including America Online, with
Michael E. Maroone, COO which it formed an alliance to create a co-branded web site,
Michael E. Maroone, Pres. AOL AutosDirect, powered by autonation.com. The alliance
Michael J. Short, CFO/Exec. VP makes AutoNation and its licensees the exclusive retailers of
Kevin P. Westfall, Sr. VP-Sales new and used vehicles to AOL members who purchase a car
Michael D. Esposito, Sr. VP-Human Resources or truck through the site. AutoNation also has a Mercedes-
Jonathan P. Ferrando, General Counsel/Exec. VP/Corp. Sec. Benz dealership in Pompano Beach, Florida, as well as
Gary Marcotte, Sr. VP-e-commerce
Marc Cannon, Sr. VP-Corp. Comm.
rights to build a new Mercedes-Benz dealership in Palm
John M. Zimmerman, VP-Investor Rel. Beach County, Florida. In March 2007, the firm sold its 6
Donna Parlapiano, Sr. VP-Regional Oper. & Industry Rel. millionth vehicle, the only auto retailer in the U.S. to achieve
Mike Jackson, Chmn. this feat.
Phone: 954-769-6000 Fax: 954-769-6537 AutoNation offers its employees a 401(k) plan; health, dental,
Toll-Free: life and disability programs; and an employee vehicle
Address: 110 SE 6th St., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 US purchase program.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: AN
2007 Sales: $17,691,500 2007 Profits: $278,700 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $18,626,500 2006 Profits: $316,900 Employees: 25,000
2005 Sales: $18,729,500 2005 Profits: $496,500 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $18,400,500 2004 Profits: $433,600 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $1,150,000 Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $1,000,000 Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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AUTOZONE INC www.autozone.com


Industry Group Code: 441310 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 2 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems: Y
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing: Y
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Parts, Retail
Automotive Software AutoZone, Inc. is a leading specialty retailer of automotive
Online Sales parts and accessories, targeting do-it-yourself (DIY)
General Automotive Service customers. With over 3,933 stores in the U.S. and Puerto
Rico and 123 in Mexico, each AutoZone store carries an
extensive product line for cars, sport utility vehicles, vans
and light trucks, including new and remanufactured
automotive parts, maintenance items, accessories and non-
automotive products. Many AutoZone stores have a
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: commercial sales program that provides commercial credit
Autozone.com and prompt delivery of parts and other products to local,
ALLDATA
regional and national repair garages, dealers and service
Loan-a-Tool
stations. Stores generally carry approximately 21,000 stock
keeping units (SKU), while another 750,000 SKUs are
available for order. Although each of the company’s stores
carry the same basic product lines, the company does tailor
each store’s parts inventory to the makes and models of the
vehicles in their trade areas. Parts not kept in stock can be
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be ordered and delivered to the store within a few days, or they
intentionally listed here more than once. can be ordered online. AutoZone allows parts ordered online
William C. Rhodes, III, CEO to be returned at any store location. The company also has
William C. Rhodes, III, Pres. a Loan-a-Tool program, through which customers can
William T. Giles, CFO borrow a specialty tool, such as a steering wheel puller, for
James A. Shea, Exec. VP-Mktg., Merch. & Supply Chain which they would have little or no use other than for a single
Timothy W. Briggs, Sr. VP-Human Resources job. AutoZone also provides other free services, including
Jon A. Bascom, CIO/Sr. VP check engine light readings; battery charging and installation
Mark A. Finestone, Exec. VP-Merch. assistance; fluid recycling; and testing of starters, alternators,
Harry L. Goldsmith, General Counsel/Exec. VP/Corp. Sec.
Robert D. Olsen, Exec. VP-Retail & Commercial Oper.
batteries, sensors and actuators. The company also offers
William T. Giles, Exec. VP-Finance automotive diagnostic software and repair through its
William T. Giles, Exec. VP-Store Dev. & IT ALLDATA subsidiary.
Thomas B. Newbern, Sr. VP-Store Oper. AutoZone offers its employees a comprehensive benefits
Charlie Pleas, III, Sr. VP/Controller package including credit union membership; adoption
Lisa R. Kranc, Sr. VP-Mktg. assistance; ASE training and certification reimbursement;
William C. Rhodes, III, Chmn. tuition reimbursement; merchandise discounts; a matching
Robert D. Olsen, Sr. VP-Mexico
William W. Graves, Sr. VP-Supply Chain
gift program; wellness programs; and a scholarship award
program.
Phone: 901-495-6500 Fax: 901-495-8300
Toll-Free: 800-288-6966
Address: 123 S. Front St., Memphis, TN 38103 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $6,522,706 2008 Profits: $641,606 U.S. Stock Ticker: AZO
2007 Sales: $6,169,804 2007 Profits: $595,672 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $5,948,355 2006 Profits: $569,275 Employees: 57,000
2005 Sales: $5,710,900 2005 Profits: $571,000 Fiscal Year Ends: 8/31
2004 Sales: $5,637,025 2004 Profits: $566,202 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $618,385 Bonus: $664,764
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Y Second Exec. Salary: $433,231 Bonus: $279,434
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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AVIS EUROPE PLC www.avis-europe.com


Industry Group Code: 532111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 4 Profits: 3
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks: Y
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Rental
Avis Europe plc is a leading car rental company with
operations in Europe, Africa, the Middle East and Asia. It
markets both the Avis and Budget brands in partnership with
Avis Budget Group, Inc. Together, these companies market
Avis products in 170 countries and Budget products in 127
countries. Both brands offer basic car rental services. In
addition, the Avis brand, which generates 96% of the
company’s revenues, offers a 3-minute promise to preferred
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: customers, in which the company delivers car keys within
Avis Budget Group, Inc three minutes of entering a rental station. This program is
Budget
offered across six countries in over 390 locations. Avis
Europe operates corporately-owned locations in 177
countries including, France, China, Italy, Morocco, Nigeria
and Spain while Avis Budget markets the brands in the rest
of the world. Avis Budget also owns the global rights to the
two brands. The firm’s customer range includes individuals
booking directly or through travel companies, tour operators,
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be partnership arrangements and brokers; corporate customers
intentionally listed here more than once. who book through negotiated arrangements with their
Pascal Bazin, CEO employers and through vehicle replacement companies; and
Martyn Smith, Group Dir.-Finance customers from insurance and leasing companies,
Jill Grinsted, Dir.-Sales & Mktg. dealerships and repair shops with which Avis and Budget
Martin Frick, CIO have direct contractual relationships. The company’s
Judith Nicholson, Sec. estimated car rental market consisted of approximately 56%
Peter Gates, Group Treas./VP individual customers, 34% corporate customers and 10%
Jean-Pierre Bizet, Exec. Deputy Chmn. insurance/leasing business. Avis generated its largest
Simon Palethorpe, Group Dir.-Commercial
John McNicholas, VP-Group Licensees
percentage of 2007 annual revenue in France, which
Wolfgang Neumann, Managing Dir.-Germany accounted for 23%; followed by Spain, accounting for 17%;
Alun Cathcart, Chmn. Germany, accounting for 16%; Italy, accounting for 16%; the
Roberto Lucchini, Managing Dir.-Italy United Kingdom, accounting for 15%; and with other
Phone: 44-1344-426-644 Fax: countries accounting for the remaining 13%. The firm also
sells ancillary products, such as GPS and DVD’s. Additional
Toll-Free:
services offered by the company include a Fuel up Front
Address: Avis House, Park Rd., Bracknell, Berkshire RG12 2EW service, which allows customers to pre-pay for a full tank of
UK fuel, lower than pump price, when they collect their car.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $1,950,400 2007 Profits: $4,400 Int’l Ticker: AVE Int’l Exchange: London-LSE
2006 Sales: $1,846,000 2006 Profits: $2,200 Employees: 5,970
2005 Sales: $1,876,500 2005 Profits: $17,300 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $1,423,086 2004 Profits: $-23,029 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $893,236 Bonus: $310,785
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $669,879 Bonus: $502,409
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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AVTOVAZ OAO www.lada-auto.ru


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Manufacturer
Insurance AvtoVAZ is the leading manufacturer of passenger cars for
Vehicle Transportation the Russian market. The company’s models include a small
Engines European city car called the Klassika; the LADA Samara; the
Service Centers new family sedan the LADA 110; an all-wheel drive SUV, the
Electric Vehicles LADA Niva; and the LADA KALINA. The KALINA, the
Samara and the 110 are available in sedan and hatchback
versions. The firm has over 30 subsidiaries that specialize in
particular components for the vehicles, distribution, vehicle
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: transport, service centers, company investments, bank
Klassika services and insurance for clients in Russia, Germany and
LADA Samara
Greece. The company’s joint venture with General Motors,
LADA 110
LADA Niva
GM-AvtoVAZ, produces the Chevrolet Niva and the
LADA KALINA Chevrolet Viva, under the label Opel Astra T-3000. The joint
Opel Astra T-3000 venture also makes diesel, gas and electric engines.
GM-AvtoVAZ Recently, Rosoboronexport, Russia’s public agency in
charge of exports, took over control of AvtoVAZ’s board of
directors in a move to re-nationalize the company. In 2007,
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be the company signed an agreement with Magna International,
intentionally listed here more than once. Inc. to manufacture vehicles on a C-class platform.
Boris S. Aleshin, Pres.
Sergey Naumov, Sr. VP-Staff
Maksim Nagaitsev, Sr. VP-Tech. Dev.
Vitaliy Vilchik, Sr. VP-Production
Olga Anchishkina, Sec. Gen.
Hugues Desmarchelier, Sr. VP-Planning, Products & Programs
Sergey Fomin, Sr. VP-Finance & Economy
Ian Vincent, Exec. VP
Eduard Vaino, Sr. VP-Corp. Mgmt.
Boris Danilov, Sr. VP-Security & Environment
Vladimir Artyakov, Chmn.
Christian Muller, Sr. VP-Purchasing
Phone: 7-846-937-7125 Fax: 7-846-937-8221
Toll-Free:
Address: 33 Yuzhnoye Shosse, Togliatti, 445633 Russia
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: AVAZ Int’l Exchange: Moscow-RTS
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 153,021
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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BAJAJ AUTO LTD www.bajajauto.com


Industry Group Code: 336991 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Scooter Manufacturer
Motorcycle Manufacturer Bajaj Auto Ltd. is an India-based manufacturer of
Delivery Van Manufacturer motorcycles, scooters and three-wheeled vehicles. The
company’s two-wheeler business is currently dominated by
motorcycles, which accounted for approximately 81% of
2008 sales. Bajaj produces motorcycles in three segments:
the high performance 150cc and above segment, including
the firm’s Pulsar range and its Avenger DTS-i; the 125cc
segment, represented by the company’s Discover DTS-i 135
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: and XCD 125 DTS-Si models; and the 100cc segment,
Bajaj Pulsar represented by Bajaj’s Platina model. The company’s
Bajaj Avenger
scooters include its Kristal DTS-i, which offers dual spark
Bajaj Platina
Bajaj Kristal
plugs and a digital ignition system for improved fuel
Auto International Holdings BV efficiency. Bajaj’s three-wheelers include pick-ups, delivery
PT Bajaj Indonesia vans and passenger rickshaws, some of which run on
Bajaj Finserv Limited compressed natural gas (CNG) and liquefied petroleum gas
KTM Power Sports AG (LPG). Bajaj is also one of the largest Indian exporters of
two- and three-wheeled vehicles. The company maintains a
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be distribution network covering approximately 50 countries,
intentionally listed here more than once. with particular emphasis on Sri Lanka, Columbia,
Rajiv Bajaj, Managing Dir. Bangladesh, Mexico, Central America, Peru and Egypt.
K. Srinivas, VP-Human Resources Subsidiaries include Bajaj Auto International Holdings BV,
Abraham Joseph, VP-R&D based in the Netherlands and focused on international
Pradeep Shrivastava, Pres., Eng. ventures; PT Bajaj Indonesia, focused on the assembly and
J. Sridhar, Corp. Sec. marketing of Pulsars in such Indonesian markets as Jakarta,
S. Ravikumar, VP-Bus. Dev. Java, Sumatra, Bali and Sulawesi; and the recently-formed
Kevin P D'sa, VP-Finance Bajaj Finserv Limited. In July 2008, the company signed a
Madhur Bajaj, Vice Chmn.
Sanjiv Bajaj, Exec. Dir.
joint venture pact with Renault SA and Nissan Motor Co. for
S. Sridhar, CEO-2WH the design and production of a $2,500 minicar. In October
R.C. Maheshwari, CEO-Commercial Vehicles 2008, in response to decreased demand, the firm announced
Rahul Bajaj, Chmn. plans to scale back production of its two-wheelers. In
Rakesh Sharma, CEO-Int'l Bus. December 2008, the company increased its stake in Austrian
Phone: 91-20-2747-2851 Fax: 91-20-2747-3398 sports bike maker KTM to 25%. Also in December, in an
Toll-Free: effort to revive sales, the company announced that it would
release a new motorcycle model each month from January
Address: Bajaj Auto Complex, Mumbai-Pune Rd., Akurdi, Pune,
until June 2009.
411 035 India
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $55,569,200 2007 Profits: $252,740 Int’l Ticker: 532977 Int’l Exchange: Bombay-BSE
2006 Sales: $46,573,960 2006 Profits: $224,910 Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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BENTELER GROUP (THE) www.benteler.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 14 Profits: 15
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Parts Manufacturing
Chassis & Structure Parts Manufacturing The Benteler Group is one of the 100 largest industrial
Engine Parts Manufacturing companies in Germany. It operates through three
Exhaust Systems Manufacturing independent business divisions: Automotive, Steel/Tube and
Engineering Solutions Distribution. These three are controlled by the Benteler AG,
Design & Testing Services a management holding company. Benteler Automotive’s
product groups include structures, exhaust systems, engine
applications and engineering. It develops and manufactures
ready-to-install modules, components and parts for the body,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: chassis and engine for nearly all global car manufacturers.
Beneteler AG The company’s product and design solutions address ride
Benteler Automotive
comfort and vehicle handling, passenger protection and
Benteler Steel/Tube
Benteler Distribution
safety and emission reduction requirements. The firm is the
Benteler Distribution Deutschland largest supplier of tubular components and modules for the
engine in Europe and one of the largest in the world. It is
also a leading global manufacturer of fabricated exhaust
manifolds and a leading supplier of structural safety
products. Most cars worldwide include at least one of its
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be products. The Steel/Tube division’s product groups include
intentionally listed here more than once. automotive, energy and industry. Apart from standardized
Hubertus Benteler, Managing Dir. products made of welded and seamless steel tubes above
Ulf Aranz, Dir.-Finance all, it offers solutions matching the specific needs of its
Hubertus Benteler, Chmn. customers, supplemented by an extensive range of service.
Phone: 49-52-54-81-0 Fax: 49-52-51-40-8-346 Benteler Distribution’s market segments include mechanical
Toll-Free: engineering, automotive, steel and metal, constructions
process engineering, furniture and leisure equipment. The
Address: An der Talle 27-31, Paderborn, 33102 Germany
division handles an annual total tonnage of about 525,000
tons. Benteler operates at 150 locations in 35 countries. In
2008, the company announced the formation of Benteler
Distribution Deutschland, created from the uniting of
Rohrenlager Mannheim GmbH and Benteler Rohrhandel
GmbH & Co. KG, which previously worked closely together
within the Benteler Distribution segment.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $9,479,470 2007 Profits: $210,240 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $8,396,910 2006 Profits: $134,010 Employees: 22,938
2005 Sales: $7,249,482 2005 Profits: $84,940 Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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BENTLEY MOTORS www.bentleymotors.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Y Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Manufacturing
Luxury Automobiles Bentley Motors Ltd., founded in 1919, designs and
Luxury Automobile Customization manufactures luxury automobiles. The company is a
Automobile Racing subsidiary of Volkswagen AG. Its current models include the
Sports Competition Sponsorship Arnage T, R and RL; the Continental GT, Flying Spur and
GTC; the Brooklands; and the Azure. The company also
offers the option of custom designed Bentleys. The firm is
represented worldwide through a network of 212 dealer
facilities: 24 in the U.K.; 38 in the U.S.; 52 in Europe; 15 in
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: the Middle East and Africa; and 15 in Asia and Australasia,
Bentley Mulliner among others. Jaguar sold more than 10,000 cars in 2007.
Arnage
The firm also maintains a used car program. The company’s
Brooklands
Continental GT
specialist commissioning department, Bentley Mulliner,
Azure allows clients to specify the degree of customization,
Continental Flying Spur including such options as a front wing vent, longer
Continetal GTC wheelbase or a specially tailored interior. Jaguar also offers
a range of luxury consumer goods, including luggage and
small leather accessories, apparel, books and prints, office
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be accessories, gifts, model cars, camp chairs and umbrellas.
intentionally listed here more than once. In 2007, the company opened new dealerships in Istanbul,
Dr. Franz-Josef Paefgen, CEO Turkey, and Riga, Latvia, in order to meet increased Eastern
Stuart McCullough, Head-Sales & Mktg. European sales. In February 2008, Jaguar partnered with
Christine Gaskell, Head-Personnel Naim, a British hi-fi audio system firm, to produce a new line
Jurgen Hoffman, Head-Info. Systems of in-car audio systems and accessories. The new audio
Ulrich Eichhorn, Head-Eng. lineup combines the world’s most powerful in-car production
Doug Dickson, Head-Mfg. amplifier with a state-of-the-art speaker arrangement,
Jurgen Hoffman, Head-Legal including the first commercial use of the next-generation
Jurgen Hoffman, Head-Finance
Franz-Josef Paefgen, Chmn.
Digital Signal Processing system. In June 2008, the
company opened its third dealership in St. Petersburg,
Phone: 44-1270-255-155 Fax: 44-1270-586-548 Russia, in order to meet increased demand in the Russian
Toll-Free: 877-300-8803 market.
Address: Pyms Lane, Crewe, Crewe, CW1 3PL UK
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 42
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: VOLKSWAGEN AG
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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BERU AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT www.beru.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 59 Profits: 31
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts, Manufacturing
Diesel Cold-Start Systems BERU Aktiengesellschaft primarily manufactures automotive
Ignition Technology ignition components. It operates three divisions: Diesel cold-
Electronics & Sensors start technology, which generated 37% of 2007 sales
revenue; ignition technology, 29%; and electronics &
sensors, 34%. Diesel cold-start products primarily consist of
glow plugs, which preheat the air in a diesel engine's cylinder
to facilitate starting. Other cold-start products include instant
starting systems for use in temperatures as low as -25
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: degrees Fahrenheit; flame start systems for commercial
BERU Mexico S.A. de C.V. vehicles; and replacement diesel injectors. Ignition
technology products include spark plugs, condensers,
ignition coils and distributor caps, used mainly in gasoline
engines; the firm also produces spark plugs for oil and gas
burning heaters. BERU is one of the top major
manufacturers of ignition technology for gasoline engines in
Europe. Electronics & sensors products comprise
automotive heaters, lambda-sensors (an oxygen sensor for
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be catalytic converters), tire pressure control systems, electronic
intentionally listed here more than once. interference suppressors and miscellaneous other sensors,
Thomas Waldhier, CEO including speed sensors and distance sensors. BERU also
Reinhard Meschkat, COO manufactures antennas, automotive lighting and wiper
Marcus Knoedler, CFO blades. The company has a joint venture with Volkswagen
Rainer Podeswa, Dir.-OEM Sales that designed a new fuel line fitted biodiesel sensor into that
Rainer Podeswa, Dir.-R&D distinguishes between mineral diesel and biodiesel,
Sabrina Knorr, Contact-Corp. Comm. regulating the engine to suit each fuel type. The company’s
Sabrina Knorr, Contact-Investor Rel. customers include almost all original equipment
Ulrich Woehr, Chmn.
manufacturers (OEMs) of automobiles, commercial vehicles
Phone: 49-7141-132-0 Fax: 49-7141-132-350 and engines. BERU has production companies located in
Toll-Free: Germany, France, the U.K., Ireland, Italy, Spain, Hungary
Address: Moerikestrasse 155, Ludwigsburg, D-71636 Germany and Korea; distribution centers in Germany, France, Italy,
Japan, Mexico, Singapore and the U.S.; and joint ventures in
Germany, India and Korea. Geographically, Germany
generated 35.8% of BERU’s 2007 sales revenue; the rest of
Europe, 41.5%; Asia, 10.8%; North America, 8%; and the
rest of the world, 3.9%. In May 2007, BERU opened a new
plant in the city of Jiutepec, Mexico operated by subsidiary
BERU Mexico S.A. de C.V.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $662,400 2007 Profits: $43,700 Int’l Ticker: BZL Int’l Exchange: Frankfurt-Euronext
2006 Sales: $645,400 2006 Profits: $63,200 Employees: 2,694
2005 Sales: $599,400 2005 Profits: $38,300 Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $431,500 2004 Profits: $43,700 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $557,505 Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $364,655 Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 3 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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BETTER PLACE www.betterplace.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Electric Automobile Manufacturer
Electric Automobile Charging Stations Better Place is a startup company engaged in the
manufacture of electric vehicles (EVs) and the operation of a
charging grid for its EVs. The infrastructure envisioned by
the firm includes ubiquitous charging stations for short trips
in combination with battery switching stations for longer
journeys. Customers would purchase electricity via
subscription plans similar to cell phones. The charging
stations would be approximately the size of a parking meter
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: and function at 3.3 kilowatts (kW) and 6.6 kW, providing a
Better Place Isreal trickle-charge that is similar to a standard wall outlet in a
home. The battery switching stations would be similar to a
gas station. The customer would pull his or her car into the
appropriate bay and an automated process would remove
the depleted battery and replace it with a fresh one.
Prototypes of Better Places’ vehicles use rechargeable
lithium ion batteries, but the company is researching other
technologies. A significant difference between Better Place’s
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be EVs and others on the market is that a customer would lease
intentionally listed here more than once. the battery from the company, reducing overall cost of
Shia Agassi, CEO ownership by mitigating initial vehicle costs as well as
Joe Paluska, Chief Mktg. Officer maintenance costs. The battery was developed by
Aliza Peleg, VP-Oper. Automotive Energy Supply Corp., a joint partnership of the
Moshe Kaplinsky, CEO-Better Place Israel Renault/Nissan alliance and Japanese manufacturer NEC.
Idan Ofer, Chmn. The car itself was developed by Renault/Nissan and is based
Phone: 650-845-2800 Fax: 650-845-2850 on the Renault Megane. The firm has raised over $200
Toll-Free: million in venture capital. Investors include Morgan Stanley,
Address: 1070 Arastradero Rd., Ste. 220, Palo Alto, CA 94304 Isreal Corp., Ofer Group, VantagePoint Venture Partners and
US Maniv Energy Capital, among others. The firm’s operations
are currently focused in Israel and Denmark. The first Better
Place prototype debuted in Tel Aviv, Israel in January 2008.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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BLUE BIRD CORPORATION www.blue-bird.com


Industry Group Code: 336120 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 16 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Y Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Bus Manufacturer
Financial Services Blue Bird Corporation, established in 1927, is one of the
School Buses leading manufacturers of school and activity buses in the
Commercial Buses world. Its products are used in more than 60 countries
Bus Parts throughout Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Caribbean, the
Middle East and Europe. The firm's school bus lines include
the 48-77 seat Blue Bird VISION, the 54-90 seat All-
American line and 12 models of Micro Bird 10-30 seat buses.
The Blue Bird VISION claims to have the best safety
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: available in a conventional school bus, with 20 more inches
Cerberus Capital Management LP of visibility in the loading and unloading zone. Each of these
Blue Bird VISION
lines can be customized for special needs and transportation
All-American
Micro-Bird
requirements, with low-emission, natural gas engines
Ultra LF available in many of its models; and the company offers
Ultra LMB student safety seats, which have seatbelts, as an option on
Xcel 102 all of its Micro Bird Type A school buses. The company also
Blue Bird Financial Services manufactures commercial buses and Wanderlodge
recreational vehicles. The company’s line of commercial
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be buses includes the 19-35 passenger Ultra LF (Low Floor),
intentionally listed here more than once. the 19-28 passenger Ultra LMB (Low Mass Bus) and the 27-
Bob Shaughnessy, CEO 49 passenger Xcel 102. A network of independent
Bob Shaughnessy, Pres. distributors sells the company’s buses and motor coaches to
Roger Howsmon, Chief Mktg. Officer/Sr. VP-Sales school districts, public transportation authorities, churches,
Michael McCurdy, VP-Human Resources businesses and nonprofit organizations. Blue Bird also
Travis Kelly, VP-Finance supplies parts for its buses through its distributors in the U.S.
Mike Horne, Exec. VP/Chief Restructuring Officer and Canada; all of its parts are manufactured in two
Bill Cooper, Sr. VP/Gen. Mgr. company-owned plants in Georgia. Blue Bird Financial
Bill Danner, VP-School Bus Sales
Kenneth P. Kaminsky, Jr., Pres./COO-Blue Bird Financial Svcs.
Services provide financing programs to cities, countries,
Ron Sheldon, Dir.-Int'l Sales states, school districts and nonprofit organizations. The
company is owned by Cerberus Capital Management LP. In
Phone: 478-825-2021 Fax: 478-822-2457 August 2007, Cerberus sold Blue Bird Wanderlodge and
Toll-Free: 800-486-7122 Blue Bird Coachworks to the Californian company Complete
Address: 402 Blue Bird Blvd., Fort Valley, GA 31030 US Coach Works.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $201,500 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 1,950
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: CERBERUS CAPITAL MANAGEMENT
LP
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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BMW (BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE AG) www.bmw.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 12 Profits: 8
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Y Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Manufacturing
Financial Services BMW (Bayerische Motoren Werke AG), based in Munich,
Motorcycles Germany, is one of the leading vehicle manufacturers in
Software Europe, with brands including the BMW line. The company
Consulting Services operates in three primary business segments: automobiles,
Fleet Management which generates 79.5% of revenues; motorcycles, 2.1%; and
IT Solutions financial services, 18.4%. The company’s automobile
Engines models include the 1 Series; the 3 Series coupe, sedan,
convertible and compact; the 5 Series sedan and touring; the
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: 6 Series coupe and convertible; the 7 Series sedan; the M3
MINI coupe and convertible; the X3 and X5 sport utilities; and the
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars
Z4 roadster. In addition, BMW produces the MINI brand of
Softlab GmbH
Bavaria Wirtschaftsagentur GmbH
cars (One, Cooper, Cooper D, Cooper S and Cabrio) and
BMW M Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. The BMW brand motorcycles
BMW Car IT include the K 1200 GT, K 1200 R, R 1200 S, R 1200 GS, F
BMW Motoren 800 S, F 800 ST, G 650 Xcountry Scramble, G 650
Alphabet Fuhrparkmanagement Xchallenge Hard-Enduro and G 650 Xmoto. It also produces
related motorcycle apparel, such as leather suits, gloves and
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be boots. The financial services segment manages a range of
intentionally listed here more than once. vehicle related financial services including financing and
Norbert Reithoffer, CEO leasing, asset management, dealer financing and company
Ian Robertson, Dir.-Sales & Mktg. car pools. Other group activities include the following.
Harald Kruger, Dir.-Human Resources & Industrial Rel. Softlab GmbH offers IT consulting, systems integration and
Frank-Peter Arndt, Chief Prod. Officer software. Bavaria Wirtschaftsagentur GmbH provides
Klaus Draeger, Dir.-Dev. insurance and other services to the firm. BMW M develops
Friedrich Eichiner, Chief Corp. & Brand Dev. Officer high-performance sports cars. BMW Car IT is a think tank
Manfred Schoch, Deputy Chmn. for automobile IT development and software. BMW Technik
Stefan Quandt, Deputy Chmn.
Konrad Gottinger, Deputy Chmn.
works to develop innovative automobile technologies. BKK
Joachim Milberg, Chmn. BMW provides health care to group employees. BMW
Herbert Diess, Chief Purchasing & Supplier Network Officer Motoren manufactures engines. Lastly, subsidiary Alphabet
Fuhrparkmanagement manages car fleets. In 2008, the
Phone: 49-89-382-0 Fax: 49-89-382-2-44-18
company entered into talks with Fiat Group to manufacture
Toll-Free: common parts and components for the MINI and Alfa Romeo
Address: Petuelring 130, Munich, D-80788 Germany vehicles.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $59,737,500 2008 Profits: $517,660 U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $65,125,700 2007 Profits: $1,596,130 Int’l Ticker: BMW Int’l Exchange: Frankfurt-Euronext
2006 Sales: $64,644,400 2006 Profits: $3,791,700 Employees: 106,575
2005 Sales: $55,254,700 2005 Profits: $2,651,600 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $60,472,900 2004 Profits: $3,030,800 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $645,853 Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $528,425 Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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BMW MANUFACTURING CORP www.bmwusfactory.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Manufacturing
BMW Manufacturing Corporation operates BMW’s only
manufacturing plant in the U.S. The company has existed as
a subsidiary of BMW AG, located in Munich, Germany, since
1992. Located in Greer, South Carolina, the plant is BMW’s
first full manufacturing facility outside of Germany. The 2.3
million-square-foot plant exclusively manufactures the Z4
Roadster, the Z4 Coupe, the Z4 M Coupe, the ZM Roadster,
the X5 Sports Activity Vehicle and the X6 Sports Activity
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Coupe. BMW models for the U.S. market. For patrons
BMW (Bayerische Motoren Werke AG) interested in BMW history, promotions and manufacturing
Bayerische Motoren Werke AG
technique, the Zentrum Museum is located next door to the
Z4 Roadster
X5 Sports Activity Vehicle
plant. Zentrum features selected BMW exhibits, such as the
Zentrum Museum CleanEnergy program, which demonstrates how renewable
resources power a new line of BMW vehicles. Recently,
BMW Manufacturing completed construction of its new
13,800 square foot Process Development Center. This new
facility will provide pre-production evaluation of supplier
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be components and improve the quality of every BMW that rolls
intentionally listed here more than once. off the line at the South Carolina factory. In 2007, BMW
Josef Kerscher, Pres. Manufacturing was awarded a Supplier Choice Award by
Kathleen Wall, VP-Human Resources Automotive News magazine at the publication’s annual
Walter Berkmann, VP-IT manufacturing conference in Nashville. This is the third such
Carsten Regennt, VP-Eng. & Quality Mgmt. award the company has won (the others in 2003 and 2004).
Robert Nitto, VP-Corp. Affairs During 2007, the company produced a total of 157,530
Sean Noonan, VP-Finance vehicles, with 2007 and 2008 models combined. In March
Martin Schuebel, VP-Procurement 2008, the company began a $750 million expansion of its
Doug Bartow, VP-Paint
Barbara Bergmeier, VP-Assembly
South Carolina facility. The expansion will add 1.5 million
Walter Berkmann, VP-Logistics square feet and require 500 new employees by 2012.
Phone: 864-968-6000 Fax: 864-968-6050
Toll-Free:
Address: 1400 Hwy. 101 S., Greer, SC 29651-6731 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 4,500
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: BMW (BAYERISCHE MOTOREN
WERKE AG)
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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BMW OF NORTH AMERICA LLC www.bmwusa.com


Industry Group Code: 421110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Specialty Service: Y Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobiles, Distribution
Financial Services BMW of North America, LLC (BMWNA), a subsidiary of
Automobile Manufacturing BMW, imports BMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce Motor Cars and
Automobile Design Services motorcycles. It markets, sells and provides financial services
Hydrogen Engine Technology for 338 BMW car dealerships, 335 BMW SUV dealerships,
142 BMW Motorcycle retailers, 82 MINI dealers and 30
Rolls-Royce dealers. The BMW product line includes the
brand new 1 series (coupe and convertible), 3 series (sedan,
coupe, convertible and sports wagon), 5 series (sedan and
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: sports wagon), 6 series (coupe and convertible), 7 series
BMW (Bayerische Motoren Werke AG) (sedan), M models (coupes, sedans and convertibles), X3
DesignworksUSA
and X5 Sports Activity Vehicles and the Z4 Roadster, coupe
MINI
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars
and the Z4 M coupe. BMW also has the recently released
BMW Manufacturing Corporation 2007 X3 3.0si SAV and the 3-series coupe currently under
BMW (US) Holding Corp. development. The BMW Motorcycle product line includes
BMW Financial Services the F 650 series, the F 800 ST K 1200 series, R 1100 S
Hydrogen 7 mono-fuel Replika and the R 1200 series. The MINI line includes the
Mini Cooper and the Mini Cooper S (both now available in
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be convertible models), and the Rolls-Royce line includes the
intentionally listed here more than once. Phantom. BMWNA’s sister companies include BMW
Jim O'Donnell, Pres./VP-Oper. Manufacturing Co., LLC, which manufactures the Z4
Jack Pitney, VP-Mktg. Roadster and X5 SUV at a manufacturing plant in South
Peter Miles, Exec. VP-Oper. Carolina; BMW Financial Services, which provides financial
Tom Kowaleski, VP-Corp. Comm. tools for buying or leasing a new or used vehicle; and
Patrick McKenna, Mgr.-Mktg. Comm. DesignworksUSA, an industrial design firm. The company is
Tom Purves, CEO-BMW Holding Corp. also a leading developer of hydrogen engine technology. In
Tom Purves, Chmn.-BMW Holding Corp. March 2008, the firm introduced the BMW Hydrogen 7 mono-
Phone: 201-307-4000 Fax: 201-307-4095 fuel, which has an internal combustion engine powered
Toll-Free: 800-334-4269 solely by hydrogen. Also in March 2008, the firm debuted its
Address: 300 Chestnut Ridge Rd., Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677- CS concept car, a four-door luxury sports car, in North
7731 US America. In June 2008, BMWNA expanded its New Jersey
headquarters to house the group’s national training center,
Eastern Sales Region and U.S. Engineering operations.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $16,274,900 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 1,700
2005 Sales: $13,690,500 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $14,523,900 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: BMW (BAYERISCHE MOTOREN
WERKE AG)
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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BOB ROHRMAN AUTO GROUP www.rohrman.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Y Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Auto Service Bob Rohrman Auto Group is a new and used automobile
Financing sales company with approximately 40 dealerships in Indiana
and Illinois and one collision center in Indiana. The
dealerships sell and service a wide variety of cars from most
major automotive manufacturers, including DaimlerChrysler,
Ford, Honda, Hyundai, Isuzu, Kia, Mitsubishi, Nissan and
Toyota. Annually, the company sells more than 36,000 new
and used automobiles. In addition to sales, the firm offers
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: car and truck service as well as parts. Bob Rohrman Auto
Group's web site provides users with a complete search
feature for new and used vehicles. Moreover, customers
may book service appointments, order parts online and
compare Blue Book values directly on the group's site. The
company also offers leasing and financing.

CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be
intentionally listed here more than once.
Bob Rohrman, CEO
Bob Rohrman, Pres.
Tom Hanlan, CFO
Kim Sharp, Dir.-Human Resources
Craig Gibson, Dir.-Oper.
Tom Hanlan, Comptroller
Phone: 765-448-1000 Fax: 765-449-2266
Toll-Free:
Address: 701 Sagamore Pkwy. S., Lafayette, IN 47905 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 1,000
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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BORGWARNER INC www.bwauto.com


Industry Group Code: 336350 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 2 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Components Manufacturing
Motor Vehicle Transmissions BorgWarner, Inc. manufactures and sells engineered
Power Train Parts systems and components, designed to improve fuel
Turbochargers efficiency, air quality and vehicle stability, to original
Cooling Systems equipment manufacturers of passenger cars, sport utility
Chain Systems vehicles, trucks, commercial transportation products and
Industrial Equipment industrial equipment worldwide. BorgWarner operates
manufacturing and technical facilities at 65 locations in 17
countries, serving customers in North America, South
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: America, Europe and Asia. Products fall into two operating
HY-VO segments: Engine and Drivetrain. The Engine Group
Morse Gemini
produces turbochargers, chain products, emissions systems,
Beru
DualTronic
thermal systems, diesel cold start and gasoline ignition
4WD TORQUE-ON-DEMAND technology, tire pressure monitoring systems and diesel
T-Trac cabin heaters. Brand names developed by the Engine
Group include the HY-VO Front-Wheel Drive transmission
and Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) chain and the MORSE GEMINI
chain system for light vehicles. Additionally, the Engine
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Group’s products include the results of BorgWarner’s
intentionally listed here more than once. German-based subsidiary, Beru Aktiengesellschaft, a global
Timothy M. Manganello, CEO provider of diesel car parts. The Drivetrain Group produces
Robin J. Adams, CFO transmission components and systems, as well as all-wheel
Scott D. Gallett, VP-Mktg., Public Rel. & Internal Comm. drive (AWD) torque management systems. Products include
Angela D'Aversa, VP-Human Resources friction plates, one-way clutches, transmission bands and
Jamal M. Farhat, CIO/VP torque converter lock-up clutches for automatic
Robin J. Adams, Chief Admin. Officer/Exec. VP transmissions. Torque-management product brands include
John J. Gasparovic, General Counsel/VP/Corp. Sec. the 4WD TORQUE-ON-DEMAND transfer system, that uses
Christopher H. Vance, VP-Bus. Dev.
Mary E. Brevard, VP-Comm.
electronic sensory input to automatically shift vehicles from
Mary E. Brevard, VP-Investor Rel. 2WD to 4WD; and the T-Trac torque transfer system, which
Anthony D. Hensel, Treas./VP uses electronically controlled clutches to give power to the
Bernd W. Matthes, Gen. Mgr./Pres., BorgWarner Transmission System individual rear wheels when traction is needed. The
Dan CasaSanta, Gen. Mgr./Pres., TorqTransfer Systems Drivetrain Group’s DualTronic transmission technology, used
Jeffrey L. Obermayer, Controller/VP by the entire VW Group vehicle family, provides smooth-
Roger J. Wood, Gen. Mgr./Pres., BorgWarner Turbo & Emission Sys. shifting convenience through a two-clutch wet-friction
Timothy M. Manganello, Chmn. system. Recently, the Drivetrain group acquired, from Eaton
John J. McGill, VP-Supply Chain Mgmt. Corporation, a high-pressure solenoid product line for use in
Phone: 248-754-9200 Fax: 248-754-0888 entry-level city cars and light commercial vehicles. In March
Toll-Free: 2008, the firm broke ground for its 24th production plant in
Address: 3850 Hamlin Rd., Auburn Hills, MI 48326 US Europe, located in Rzeszow, Poland. In April 2008,
BorgWarner opened a new production facility in Ningbo,
China, the company’s largest in China.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: BWA
2007 Sales: $5,328,600 2007 Profits: $288,500 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $4,585,400 2006 Profits: $211,600 Employees: 17,400
2005 Sales: $4,293,800 2005 Profits: $239,600 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $3,525,300 2004 Profits: $218,300 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $900,000 Bonus: $2,666,782
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $466,000 Bonus: $1,061,342
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 4 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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BRAMAN MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION www.braman.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Parts & Service Braman Management Association is a chain of dealerships
that primarily sells upscale vehicles, conducting business
through seven dealerships in two states. Four of the
company’s dealerships are in Florida, including Braman
Honda in Miami; Braman Honda of Palm Beach in
Greenacres; Braman Motors in Miami; and Braman
Motorcars in West Palm Beach. The Colorado locations are
Mile High Auto Imports in Denver; European Motor Cars of
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Littleton in Littleton; and Prestige Imports in Lakewood.
Braman Honda Each location has a website where customers can search
Braman Honda of Palm Beach
inventory, apply for financing or schedule a service
Braman Motors
Braman Motorcars
appointment. Makes of high-end vehicles sold by Braman’s
Mile High Auto Imports dealerships include Acura, Audi, Bentley, BMW, Cadillac,
European Motor Cars of Littleton Mercedes, Porsche and Rolls-Royce. The company also
Prestige Imports sells used cars, as well as new Honda, Mitsubishi and MINI
vehicles, and provides part departments and repair services
to its customers. The company is also involved in
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be competition racing and participates in charity fundraising
intentionally listed here more than once. events.
Norman Braman, CEO
Norman Braman, Pres.
Robert E. Bernstein, CFO
Ken Harte, Gen. Mgr.-Sales & Mktg.
Linda Brickman, Dir.-Human Resources
Phone: 305-576-1889 Fax: 305-576-9898
Toll-Free:
Address: 2060 Biscayne Blvd., 2nd Fl., Miami, FL 33137-5024
US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 1,100
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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BREMBO SPA www.brembo.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 42 Profits: 24
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturing
Brake Components & Systems Brembo S.p.A., based in Italy, designs, develops produces
and manufactures brake components and systems for
original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to be used in cars,
motorcycles and commercial vehicles. The company's
customers include BMW, Porsche, Ferrari, Daimler, Chrysler,
Toyota Motor Corporation, Harley-Davidson and Renault.
The firm also has specialty divisions for racing and high-
performance vehicles. Brembo Group subsidiaries include
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: AP Racing, Ltd.; Brembo International S.A.; Nanjing Yuejin
AP Racing, Ltd. Auto Brake System Co., Ltd.; Brembo Participations B.V.;
Brembo International S.A.
Marchesini S.P.A.; Softia S.R.L.; and Brembo Deutschland
Nanjing Yuejin Auto Brake System Co., Ltd.
Brembo Ceramic Brake Systems S.p.A.
GmbH, along with national retail divisions around the world.
Softia S.R.L. The newest division, Brembo Ceramic Brake Systems, is
Findisc S.R.L. located in Stezzano, Italy, and it has started the production of
Bibielle S.p.A. the first ceramic brake discs (the Brembo CCM), used on
Brembo Performance S.p.A. various Ferrari models as well as the Mercedes SLR. The
firm is also associated with many racing companies,
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be including MotoGP and Silverstone F1 GP. Brembo and
intentionally listed here more than once. SIMEST, a public-private financial company, entered into a
Mauro Pessi, CEO joint venture to create a production company in China; the
Mauro Pessi, Pres. joint venture specializes in the production of braking systems
Cristina Bombassei, Managing Dir. for car manufacturers. Brembo also has a presence in
Alberto Bombassei, Chmn. Japan and India. In February 2008, the firm created Brembo
Phone: 39-035-605-2111 Fax: 39-035-605-290 Performance Spa by singing a joint-venture agreement with
Toll-Free: 800-325-3994 Sabelt Spa, a leading producer of seat belts for standard and
Address: Via Brembo, n. 25, Curno, Curno, 24035 Italy racing cars. Also in February 2008, the firm acquired the
majority of its subsidiary Nanjing Yuejin Automotive Brake
System Co. Ltd. for approximately $5.9 million.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $1,448,500 2007 Profits: $94,300 Int’l Ticker: BRE Int’l Exchange: Milan-BI
2006 Sales: $1,278,500 2006 Profits: $66,600 Employees: 3,973
2005 Sales: $959,610 2005 Profits: $98,980 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $914,570 2004 Profits: $94,400 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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BRIDGESTONE BANDAG LLC www.bandag.com


Industry Group Code: 326200 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Y Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Parts, Tire Treads
Retreading Equipment Bridgestone Bandag, LLC, a subsidiary of Bridgestone
Management & Outsourcing Services Corporation, manufactures and markets tire retreading
materials, equipment and tire management services primarily
to commercial truck fleets. The company sells its products
through over 900 franchised dealers in 90 countries and
owns 10 production facilities in the U.S., Belgium, Brazil and
Mexico. Bandag offers roughly 275 types of retreads for a
variety of fleet types including over-the-road, pick up and
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: delivery, on/off-road, light truck, and severe service. These
Bridgestone Bandag Tire Solutions retreads come with four year workmanship and material
Bridgestone Firestone North American Tire, LLC
warranties and two year casting defect warranties. Other
Tire Distribution Systems, Inc.
Bridgestone Corporation
services provided by the firm through local Bandag dealers
include trailer and tire inspections; wheel and rim refinishes;
and emergency tire assistance. The company also sells fleet
management services that reduce unscheduled downtime,
improve operational readiness and reduce cost. Tire
Distribution Systems, Inc. (TDS), a Bandag subsidiary sells
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be new and retread tires and provides fleet customers with tire
intentionally listed here more than once. management services, such as tire disposal, wheel
Saul Solomon, CEO refurbishing, scarp tire analysis, tire foam fill and wheel
Saul Solomon, Pres. alignment and balancing. Another Bandag subsidiary,
John C. McErlane, VP-North America, Bandag Speedco, Inc., provides on-highway truck lubrication and
Mark Clark, Pres., Speedco routine tire service. Speedco is 87.5% owned by Bandag.
Saul Solomon, Chmn. Parts of Bandag operate under Bridgestone Bandag Tire
Phone: 563-262-1400 Fax: 563-262-1263 Solutions (BBTS), a division of Bridgestone Firestone North
Toll-Free: American Tire, LLC (BFNAT). BBTS is a combination of
Address: 2905 N. Hwy. 61, Muscatine, IA 52761-5886 US Bandag’s North American retreading operations, TDS,
BFNAT’s truck and tire business, GCR Tire Centers, and
White Tire stores. It sells medium and heavy duty truck tires
and offers Bandag retreading services. Bandag’s
international operations are organized under other
Bridgestone Corporation international subsidiaries.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $984,100 2006 Profits: $20,000 Employees: 3,362
2005 Sales: $914,640 2005 Profits: $49,479 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $864,343 2004 Profits: $66,880 Parent Company: BRIDGESTONE CORPORATION
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $606,558 Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $384,808 Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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BRIDGESTONE CORPORATION www.bridgestone.co.jp


Industry Group Code: 326200 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits: 3
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Y Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Plastics & Rubber, Manufacturing
Tires Bridgestone Corporation, based in Japan, is one of the
Building Materials world’s largest makers of tires and rubber products.
Adhesive Films Bridgestone and its 449 subsidiaries manufacture a variety of
Industrial Products tires and tire materials at 180 plants in 26 countries. The
Marine Products firm operates in eight business units; six of these units focus
Sporting Goods on the tire business in various locations, while the remaining
Bicycles two units focus on specialty tire and diversified product
operations. The tire units, responsible for 81% of sales,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: manufacture and market tires for passenger vehicles,
Bridgestone Americas Holding, Inc. aircraft, agricultural machinery, motorcycles and scooters as
Bridgestone/Firestone North American Tire, LLC
well as offering retreading products and services; automotive
Firestone
Runflat
maintenance and repair work; raw materials for tires; and
Bridgestone Europe NV/SA automotive parts. Bridgestone continues to research tire
improvements, using computer simulations and testing
facilities, and it has developed a line of Runflat tires that
allow vehicles to travel safely for some distance after a loss
of pressure. The diversified products unit supplies a range of
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be chemical and industrial products, including polyurethane
intentionally listed here more than once. foam seat pads, antivibration rubber, conveyor belts, multi-
Shoshi Arakawa, CEO rubber bearings, films used in plasma display panels and
Shoshi Arakawa, Pres. interlayer adhesive films. The firm is focusing on increasing
Koki Takahaski, CFO/VP production of ethylene vinyl acetate films, which are used in
Hideki Yokoyama, VP/Sr. Officer-Central Research the production of solar modules. Bridgestone’s bicycles and
Akira Nozawa, CIO/VP-IT & Network sporting goods subsidiaries also operate under this unit.
Kazuhisa Nishigai, VP/Sr. Officer-Prod. Tech. & Tire Prod. Tech. Two of the firm’s larger subsidiaries are Bridgestone
Masaaki Tsuya, VP/Sr. Officer-Corp. Admin. Americas Holding, Inc. and Bridgestone/Firestone North
Akira Nozawa, VP-Finance
Asahiko Nishiyama, Pres., Bridgestone Americas Holding, Inc.
American Tire, LLC. Bridgestone makes approximately 72%
Osamu Inoue, Sr. VP-Global Logistics Center & Motorsport of sales overseas and 28% of sales in Japan. In 2007, the
Junya Sato, Sr. VP-Japan Tire Sales & Replacement Tire Sales firm opened an aircraft tire retreading plant in China and
Yasumi Kawasaki, VP/Sr. Officer-Prod. & Dist., Mold Tech. & Mfg. announced plans to spend approximately $297 million to
Shoshi Arakawa, Chmn. increase production capacity for off-road radial tires. In
Toru Tsuda, CEO/Pres., Bridgestone Europe NV/SA 2008, subsidiary Bridgestone Holdings (Thailand) Co., Ltd.
Mikio Masunaga, VP/Sr. Officer-Procurement agreed to acquire Shell Autoserv (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Also in
Phone: 81-3-3567-0111 Fax: 81-3-3535-2553 2008, the company opened a new research and
Toll-Free: development center in Japan.
Address: 10-1 Kyobashi 1-chome, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, 104-8340
Japan
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: BRDCY
2007 Sales: $30,310,000 2007 Profits: $1,180,000 Int’l Ticker: 5108 Int’l Exchange: Tokyo-TSE
2006 Sales: $25,323,700 2006 Profits: $720,460 Employees: 113,699
2005 Sales: $23,028,500 2005 Profits: $1,546,200 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $23,439,400 2004 Profits: $1,110,100 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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BRILLIANCE CHINA AUTOMOTIVE HOLDINGS LIMITED


www.brillianceauto.com
Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 29 Profits: 24
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Manufacturing
Minibus Manufacturing Brilliance China Automotive Holdings Limited (Brilliance) is
Engine & Components Manufacturing one of the leading manufacturers of autos and passenger
vehicles in the Chinese market. Its principle business
consists of the manufacture and sale of minibuses and
sedans through 51%-owned subsidiary Shenyang Brilliance
JinBei Automobile Co., Ltd. (Shenyang Automotive). The
firm’s sedans, based on Mitsubishi engine technology, are
sold in China under the Zhonghua, Kubao, Junjie and Zunchi
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: brands. Zhonghua was the firm’s first sedan. The Zunchi is
Shenyang Brilliance JinBei Automobile Co., Ltd. a later revision of the Zhonghua, and is a mid-range sedan
Zhonghua
designed for government institutions, as well as private use.
Junjie
Kubao
It can be modified for use as a taxi or police car. The Kubao,
JinBei launched in September 2007, is a coupe model jointly
Granse designed by Porsche and Shenyang Automotive. Brilliance’s
Mianyang Xinchen Engine Co., Ltd. minibus designs, based off Toyota’s HIACE and GRANVIA
Ningbo Yuming Machinery Industrial Co. minibuses, are sold in China under the JinBei and Granse
brand names. Minibus configurations range from 8-15-
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be passenger models, with additional specialty designs for
intentionally listed here more than once. police and ambulance use. Brilliance has a 49.5%-owned
Qi Yumin, CEO joint venture with BMW Holding that uses facilities in
Qi Yumin, Pres. Shenyang to produce and sell BMW 3-series and 5-series
Lei Xiaoyang, CFO sedans in China. The firm’s distribution network includes
Lam Yee Wah Eva, Company Sec. 197 minibus distributors, 217 sedan distributors and 90 BMW
Huang Yu, Head-Financial Dept./Group Mgr.-Financial distributors, as well as service centers. During 2007, the firm
Wu Xiao An, Chmn. sold over 73,400 minibuses, 213,500 sedans and 32,100
Phone: 852-2523-7227 Fax: 852-2526-8472 BMW sedans. The Zhonghua brand accounted for 50% of
Toll-Free: the firm’s sedan sales, followed by the Junjie brand, at 34%;
Address: Chater House, 8 Connaught Rd Central, Stes 1602-05, Zunchi, 15.7%; and Kubao, 0.3%. Besides manufacturing
Hong Kong, K3 00000 China vehicles, Brilliance produces automotive components,
including window moldings, axles and stamped parts,
through holdings in 50%-owned Shenyang Xinguang
Brilliance Automobile Engine Co., Ltd.; 50%-owned
Mianyang Xinchen Engine Co., Ltd.; 51%-owned Ningbo
Yuming Machinery Industrial Co.; and related companies.
The company is also engaged in the manufacture of gasoline
engines for minibuses, sedans, SUVs and light trucks.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $1,634,500 2008 Profits: $-45,910 U.S. Stock Ticker: BCAHY.PK
2007 Sales: $2,067,100 2007 Profits: $14,190 Int’l Ticker: 1114 Int’l Exchange: Hong Kong-HKEX
2006 Sales: $1,531,770 2006 Profits: $-58,200 Employees: 11,670
2005 Sales: $677,600 2005 Profits: $-154,300 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $790,300 2004 Profits: $ 100 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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BROWN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP LTD www.brownscar.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Maintenance & Repair Services Brown Automotive Group, Ltd. is one of the leading car
dealership for new and pre-owned vehicles. The company
sells cars from 15 brands including Mazda, Lincoln-Mercury,
Chrysler, Hyundai, Saab, Dodge, Jaguar, Nissan, Buick,
Honda, Subaru, Isuzu, Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen and
Toyota through its network of nearly 30 dealerships. These
dealerships are located mostly in the eastern U.S., mainly
focused in the Washington, D.C., Baltimore, Charlottesville
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: and Richmond areas; however, Brown also owns several
dealerships in Texas. Brown Automotive also offers its
customers maintenance, collision and repair services. The
company’s web site contains information regarding its
dealerships and the makes and models for sale. Customers
are also able to view vehicle inventories and current specials
offered by the dealerships. Founded by William Schuiling in
1983, the name of the company originated from the purchase
of one of Brown Automotive’s Pontiac dealerships in the
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be 1970s.
intentionally listed here more than once.
Charles S. Stringfellow, Jr., CEO
Daniel Legge, Pres.
William E. Schuiling, Chmn.
Phone: 703-352-5555 Fax: 703-352-5591
Toll-Free:
Address: 10287 Lee Hwy., Fairfax, VA 22030 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 3,100
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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BURT AUTOMOTIVE NETWORK www.burt.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Y Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing: Y
Motorcycles: Trucks: Y Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Y Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Fleet Sales Burt Automotive Network is a privately owned auto
Commercial Truck Sales dealership chain in Colorado. From its 8 car lots, the
company sells new vehicles from Chevrolet, Chrysler,
Dodge, Ford, GMC, Jeep, Mazda, Scion, Subaru and
Toyota, as well as pre-owned vehicles from Audi, BMW,
Buick, Chevrolet, Honda, Hyundai, Cadillac, Jeep and KIA.
The company also offers sales and leasing of new
commercial and light- and medium-duty trucks through Burt
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Chevrolet Commercial Trucks, Burt Dodge Commercial
Burt Chevrolet Commercial Trucks Trucks and Burt Ford Commercial Trucks. The firm also
Burt Ford Commercial Trucks & Fleet
provides complete fleet sales and services. Burt offers parts
Burt Chevrolet Fleet
Burt GMC Commercial Trucks
and repair services for its regular customers. In addition,
Burt Toyota Burt does offer financing and insurance options for all of its
Burt Buick Pontiac GMC automobiles. The company’s web site allows customers to
Burt Mazda view new and used vehicles, learn about the latest specials
Burt-Kunai Honda and promotions, research vehicle recall and apply for credit
and purchase programs. Through its Partner Program, Burt
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be provides discounts and benefits to law enforcement or
intentionally listed here more than once. military personnel, Colorado University students and alumni,
Lloyd G. Chavez, Jr., CEO United Airlines employees and others.
Lloyd G. Chavez, Jr., Pres.
Robin Helms, CFO
Lloyd G. Chavez, Sr., Chmn.
Phone: 303-789-6700 Fax: 303-789-6706
Toll-Free: 800-535-2878
Address: 10301 E. Arapahoe Rd., Centennial, CO 80112 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $2,100,000 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 290
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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CALIBER HOLDINGS CORP www.calibernet.com


Industry Group Code: 811100 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Y Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Repair & Maintenance
Body Shops Caliber Holdings Corp., one of the largest independent body
shop companies in the U.S., operates a chain of 63
automotive repair shops located throughout southern
California and Texas, including a large-scale, 90,000-square-
foot collision repair center in Santa Monica, California. The
company offers comprehensive collision repair, which
includes the equipment necessary to repair composites,
high-strength steel, aluminum, safety systems, on-board
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: computers and complex finishes. Caliber Collision Centers
Caliber Collision Centers cooperate with 24-hour-a-day towing services and rental car
CaliberCare Limited Lifetime Warranty
networks through its Customer Services Division. In
addition, the firm has partnered with most insurance
companies in order to expedite and simplify repair. Caliber
warrantees repair work against defects in materials and
workmanship with its CaliberCare Limited Lifetime Warranty
for as long as the customer owns the vehicle. The company
also keeps its service centers open year-round, 24-hours-a-
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be day.
intentionally listed here more than once. Caliber offers its employees a benefits package including
John Hovis, CEO flexible spending accounts, an employee credit union,
John Hovis, Pres. technical training and paid educational opportunities for
Ken Mason, Dir.-Mktg. continued advancement.
Mark Sanders, Sr. VP-Oper.
Shannon Lynard, Dir.-Corp. Comm.
Matthew Ohrnstein, Chmn.
Phone: 949-224-0300 Fax: 949-224-0313
Toll-Free: 888-225-4237
Address: 17771 Cowan Ave., Ste. 100, Irvine, CA 92614 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 1,500
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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CALSONIC KANSEI CORPORATION www.calsonickansei.co.jp


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 19 Profits: 48
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturing
Modular Assemblies Calsonic Kansei Corporation, founded in 1938 as Nihon
Retail Parts & Accessories Radiator Manufacturing Co., Ltd., is a manufacturer of
Industrial & Construction Equipment automotive parts and accessories, with a particular focus on
integrated modular assemblies such as cockpits, front-ends
and exhaust systems. With over 50 manufacturing centers
across North America, Europe, China and Asia, Calsonic
Kansei has 29 consolidated subsidiaries in its global
network. Modules offer automakers reduced costs and
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: lighter composite weights and provide drivers with
Calsonic Corporation engineered efficiencies that increase ease of use and
Kansei Corporation
comfort. Calsonic Kansei’s cockpit modules integrate
CK Sales
Calsonic Kansei (Shanghai) Corporation
instrument panels, air conditioning systems, airbags, electric
Calsonic Kansei North America, Inc. controls, audio systems, steering columns and other related
Nissan Motor Co Ltd components in one consolidated unit. Other modules in
Calsonic Romania S.R.L. production and development include front-end modules that
Motherson Sumi Systems Limited combine in one unit a radiator, condenser, internal air cooler,
oil cooler, radiator core support, engine fan shroud, as well
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be as headlamps and a bumper reinforcement assembly. Other
intentionally listed here more than once. Calsonic Kansei automotive components and products
Bunsei Kure, CEO include air conditioners, exhaust systems and keyless entry
Bunsei Kure, COO devices. The company’s CK Sales division sells retail
Bunsei Kure, Pres. automotive parts and accessories, as well as electronic toll
Keiji Nakanishi, Exec. VP/Sr. Exec. Gen. Mgr.-Sales Div. collection devices. Calsonic Kansei additionally markets
Shuji Yamagata, Sr. Exec. Gen. Mgr.-R&D Div. industrial and construction equipment including control units,
Shuji Yamagata, Sr. Exec. Gen. Mgr.-Prod. Div./Exec. VP instrument clusters, radiators and mufflers. Calsonic Kansei
Akira Fujisaki, Sr. Exec. Gen. Mgr.-Prod. Eng. Center is a consolidated subsidiary of Nissan Motor. The firm
Takashi Hayashi, Sr. Exec. Gen. Mgr.-Corp. Dev. Div.
Toru Yokoyama, Sr. VP/Sr. Exec. Gen. Mgr.-Accounting Div.
recently held a groundbreaking ceremony for its new
Masaharu Sato, Sr. Exec. Gen. Mgr.-Prod. Div/Exec. VP headquarters and Research and Development Center in
Kiyoto Shinohara, Sr. Managing Dir./Exec. VP Kita-ku, Saitama City, which were completed in 2008. Also
Akiyo Tsurushima, Sr. Exec. Gen. Mgr.-Main Dev. Unit in 2008, the firm reorganized the operating structure of the
Hiroshi Kondo, Sr. Exec. Gen. Mgr.-Mktg. Group firm in keeping with new environmental standards, thus
Itaru Koeda, Chmn. establishing a new logistics division, government affairs
Kiyoto Shinohara, Pres., Calsonic Kansei North America office, engineering center, compliance division and product
Masaharu Sato, Sr. Exec. Gen. Mgr.-Purchasing Div. quality group.
Phone: 81-3-660-2202 Fax:
Toll-Free:
Address: 2-1917 Nissin-cho, Kita-ku, Saitama, 164-8602 Japan
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $6,727,400 2007 Profits: $1,500 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $6,868,700 2006 Profits: $184,600 Employees: 15,613
2005 Sales: $6,247,980 2005 Profits: $167,940 Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $5,861,300 2004 Profits: $76,100 Parent Company: NISSAN MOTOR CO LTD
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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CAMI AUTOMOTIVE INC www.cami.ca


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Manufacturing
Cami Automotive, Inc. is a joint venture between General
Motors of Canada, Ltd. and Suzuki Motor Corp. Based in
Canada, the firm manufactures entry-level vehicles and small
SUVs (sport utility vehicles) for both parent companies. The
company is composed of four production units: stamping,
welding, paint and assembly. The firm has a manufacturing
area of about 1.7 million square feet, and a production
capacity of 250,000 vehicles per year. Over the years, the
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: plant manufactured entry-level cars such as Chevy Metro,
Suzuki Motor Corporation Pontiac Firefly, Suzuki Swift, Chevy Tracker, Suzuki Sidekick
General Motors of Canada Ltd
and Suzuki Vitara. Currently, Cami produces Pontiac
Chevy Equinox
Pontiac Torrent
Torrent and Chevy Equinox, the first vehicle made at Cami
that was largely engineered and developed in Canada for the
North American market. The Suzuki XLT, which the firm
began making in 2006, is the largest vehicle Suzuki ever
produced: it offers seven passengers seating, and luxury
features such as a DVD player, navigation system and
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be leather seating. The company has produced over 1.9 million
intentionally listed here more than once. vehicles, all from its 1.7 million square foot production facility
Robert Parcell, Pres. in Ontario.
Houston Young, VP-Finance
Phone: 519-485-6400 Fax: 519-425-3100
Toll-Free:
Address: 300 Ingersoll St., Ingersoll, ON N5C 4A6 Canada
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Joint Venture
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 1,750
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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CANADIAN TIRE CORP LTD www.canadiantire.ca


Industry Group Code: 441300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing: Y
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Y Insurance: Y Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Y Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Retail-Auto Parts & Tires
Off-Road Vehicles & Accessories Canadian Tire Corp., Ltd. is a group of interrelated
Sporting Goods businesses engaged in tire retail, financial services and
Work Apparel petroleum. The group is divided into four primary business
Garden Equipment segments: Canadian Tire Retail, Canadian Tire Financial
Insurance Services, Canadian Tire Petroleum and Mark’s Work
Roadside Assistance Wearhouse. Canadian Tire Retail (CTR) and its associate
Gas Stations dealers together operate 473 stores nationwide. CTR offers
branded products in the areas of automotive parts;
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: accessories and service; home products; and sports and
Canadian Tire Financial Services leisure products. CTR also oversees the 74 PartSource
PartSource
stores. These stores sell brand name auto parts targeted to
Canadian Tire Petroleum
Mark's Work Wearhouse
medium and heavy do-it-yourselfers, automotive enthusiasts
Canadian Tire Retail and commercial installers. Canadian Tire Financial Services
Simoniz provides a variety of financial products such as branded
L'Equipeur credit cards, which give shoppers a choice of payment
Work World options and loyalty rewards. It also markets insurance and
warranty products and operates a roadside assistance
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be service. Canadian Tire Petroleum (CTP) is one of Canada’s
intentionally listed here more than once. largest independent retailers of gasoline. It operates more
Thomas K. Gauld, CEO than 260 gas stations, 74 car wash centers under the
Thomas K. Gauld, Pres. Simoniz brand and 259 convenience stores and kiosks. Of
J. Huw Thomas, CFO these facilities, 13 offer separate lubrication services and 89
Laura J. Dunne, Sr. VP-Human Resources supply propane directly to customers. Mark's Work
Michel Petrucci, CIO/Sr. VP Wearhouse offers men's and women's casual clothing,
J. Huw Thomas, Exec. VP-Admin. footwear and accessories for business-casual and industrial
Cameron D. Stewart, General Counsel/Sr. VP/Sec. work environments, as well as for recreational use.
Tim Condon, Chief Strategy Officer/Sr. VP
J. Huw Thomas, Exec. VP-Finance
Canadian Tire operates roughly 360 Mark's Work
Michael Arnett, Pres., Canadian Tire Retail Wearhouse stores across Canada, including Work World and
Marco Marrone, Pres., Canadian Tire Financial Svcs. L'Equipeur brand stores in Quebec. In 2007, the firm created
Stanley W. Pasternak, Treas./Sr. VP an alliance with Uni-Select Network, in which Uni-Select will
Kenneth Silver, Sr. VP-Real Estate & Construction provide the company with automotive parts on an as-needed
Maureen J. Sabia, Chmn. basis and will enable PartSource to source parts from Uni-
Patrick R. Sinnott, Sr. VP-Supply Chain Select's warehouse distribution network.
Phone: 416-480-3000 Fax: 416-544-7715
Toll-Free:
Address: 2180 Yonge St., Toronto, ON M4S 2B9 Canada
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $8,690,000 2007 Profits: $420,000 Int’l Ticker: CTC Int’l Exchange: Toronto-TSX
2006 Sales: $7,788,764 2006 Profits: $334,095 Employees: 50,000
2005 Sales: $6,729,556 2005 Profits: $285,786 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $5,937,500 2004 Profits: $241,900 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Y Top Exec. Salary: $966,486 Bonus: $1,772,317
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $465,606 Bonus: $640,363
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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CARLISLE COMPANIES INC www.carlisle.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 32 Profits: 14
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Products, Motors & Parts Manufacturing
Construction Materials Carlisle Companies, Inc. manufactures and distributes a
Industrial Components range of products for the roofing, construction, trucking,
Transportation Products automotive, foodservice, industrial equipment and aerospace
Tires & Braking Systems industries. The firm operates through five segments:
Rubber & Plastic Components Construction materials, industrial components, transportation
Foodservice Equipment products, specialty products and general industry. The
Wire & Cables construction materials segment is operated through SynTec,
which manufactures and sells rubber and thermoplastic
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: polyolefin roofing systems for non-residential low-slope roofs;
Carlisle SynTec and through Carlisle Coatings and Waterproofing. Carlisle
Carlisle Power Transmission
Coating and Waterproofing manufactures and markets liquid
Tensolite
Trail King Industries
spray-applied waterproofing membranes; and vapor and air
Carlisle Tire & Wheel Company barriers with HVAC duct sealants. The construction segment
Johnson Truck Bodies also sells Hunter Panels, which are energy-efficient rigid
Insulfoam foam panels for roofing applications; EcoStar roofing tiles,
Dinex International Inc. made from recycled components; Insulfoam wall and roofing
insulation; and Versico single-ply roofing. The industrial
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be components segment is comprised of Carlisle Tire & Wheel
intentionally listed here more than once. Company, which sells bias-ply, non-automotive rubber tires
David A. Roberts, CEO and roll-formed steel wells; and Carlisle Power Transmission,
David A. Roberts, Pres. which manufactures industrial belts and related components.
Carol Lowe, CFO/VP Trail King Industries, the company’s specialty trailer and
Steven J. Ford, General Counsel/VP/Sec. truck body operations, comprises the transportation products
Scott Selbach, VP-Corp. Dev. segment. The specialty products segment sells motion
John W. Altmeyer, Group Pres., Construction Materials control products such as friction blocks, as well as brake
Michael D. Popielac, Group Pres., Diversified Components shoes, discs and linings. This segment operates under
Barry Littrell, Group Pres., Industrial Components
Kevin G. Forster, Group Pres., Specialty Products
Motion Control Industries and Carlisle Industrial Brake &
David A. Roberts, Chmn. Friction. Lastly, the general industry segment sells food
D. Christian Koch, Regional Pres., Asia-Pacific service and sanitary maintenance products under Carlisle
FoodService, Carlisle Sanitary Maintenance and Dinex
Phone: 704-501-1100 Fax: 704-501-1190
International Inc.; markets wire and cable products for the
Toll-Free: 866-869-0474 aerospace, defense electronic and measurement industries
Address: 13925 Ballantyne Corporate Pl., Ste. 400, Charlotte, under Tensolite; and manufactures refrigerated truck bodies
NC 28277 US under Johnson Truck Bodies. In 2007, Carlisle closed one of
its on-highway braking plants. Also in 2007, the firm
acquired Insulfoam from Premier Industries Inc. In 2008,
Carlisle made two more acquisitions: Dinex International Inc.
and Carlyle Incorporated, a provider of fiber optic and copper
cables for the aerospace industry.
Carlisle offers employees group health and life benefit plans.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: CSL
2007 Sales: $2,876,383 2007 Profits: $215,637 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $2,559,410 2006 Profits: $217,075 Employees: 13,000
2005 Sales: $2,206,965 2005 Profits: $106,365 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $1,996,600 2004 Profits: $79,612 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $550,000 Bonus: $725,000
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $495,000 Bonus: $350,000
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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CARMAX GROUP www.carmax.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 5 Profits: 3
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Used Auto Dealers, Retail
New Auto Dealers CarMax Group is one of the nation’s largest retailers of used
Online Sales cars. The firm purchases, reconditions and sells used
Vehicle Repair Services vehicles through its 89 used car superstores in 41
Financial Services metropolitan markets across the U.S. CarMax also sells new
vehicles at seven of its locations under franchise agreements
with four new car manufacturers. The company offers a wide
selection of makes and models of both domestic and
imported vehicles to appeal to diverse consumer preferences
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: and budgets, including popular brands from manufacturers
CarMax Foundation such as Daimler, Chrysler, Ford, General Motors, Honda,
Mitsubishi, Subaru, Toyota and Volkswagen. Vehicles
purchased through the company’s in-store appraisal process
that fall short of retail standards are sold at on-site wholesale
auctions restricted to licensed automobile dealers. All store
locations provide vehicle repair service and used-car
warranty service. In addition, through the company’s web
site, customers can search new and used cars as well as
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be find information on Kelley Blue Book figures, car buying tips,
intentionally listed here more than once. rebates and incentives and more. CarMax has finance
Thomas J. Folliard, CEO operations through CarMax Auto Finance that offer revolving
Thomas J. Folliard, Pres. credit and automobile installment loans. The firm sold
Keith D. Browning, CFO/Exec. VP approximately 337,000 used vehicles retailed in 2007.
Joseph S. Kunkel, Sr. VP-Mktg. & Strategy CarMax recently opened stores in Augusta, Georgia and
Roberta Douma, VP-Human Resource Dev. Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Richard M. Smith, CIO/Sr. VP
Michael K. Dolan, Chief Admin. Officer/Exec. VP
CarMax offers its employees a benefits package including
Eric Margolin, General Counsel/Sr. VP/Corp. Sec. educational assistance, a daycare savings account, life
Ed Hill, VP-Svc. Oper. insurance, adoption assistance, an associate discount
Anu Agarwal, VP-Bus. Strategy program and an employee assistance program. CarMax has
John Montegari, Assistant VP-Media been named by FORTUNE magazine as one of its 2008 100
Katharine Kenny, Assistant VP-Investor Rel. Best Companies to Work For.
Thomas W. Reedy, Jr., VP/Treas.
Laura Donahue, VP-Advertising
Angela S. Chattin, VP-CarMax Auto Finance
Barbara Harvill, VP-IT
Kim Orcutt, VP/Controller
William R. Tiefel, Chmn.
Dodie Fix, Assistant. VP-Procurement
Phone: 804-747-0422 Fax: 804-967-2918
Toll-Free: 800-519-1511
Address: 12800 Tuckahoe Creek Pkwy., Richmond, VA 23238
US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $8,199,571 2008 Profits: $182,025 U.S. Stock Ticker: KMX
2007 Sales: $7,465,656 2007 Profits: $198,597 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $6,259,967 2006 Profits: $134,220 Employees: 15,637
2005 Sales: $5,260,300 2005 Profits: $112,900 Fiscal Year Ends: 2/28
2004 Sales: $4,597,691 2004 Profits: $116,450 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $645,602 Bonus: $1,050,000
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Y Second Exec. Salary: $554,933 Bonus: $505,197
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 15 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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CARQUEST CORP www.carquest.com


Industry Group Code: 441310 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing: Y
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Parts Stores
Repair Services CARQUEST Corp. operates a chain of more than 3,400
automotive parts stores, independently and distributor-
owned, located throughout the U.S. and parts of Canada.
The group also has a network of more than 40 distribution
centers. Items available in stores include heating and
cooling products; steering and suspension products; engine
and mechanical systems; brake systems; drivetrain systems;
engine performance and emissions control systems;
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: temperature control and cooling systems; and electrical and
TECH-NET Professional Auto Service vision systems. In addition, it provides parts, accessories,
CARQUEST eServices
supplies and equipment for most models of light and heavy-
CARQUEST Technical Institute
General Parts, Inc.
weight trucks, recreational vehicles, agricultural equipment,
Automotive Warehouse, Inc. buses and off-roading equipment. The firm also sells and
CAP Warehouse distributes tools, equipment, chemicals, paint and
BWP Distributors, Inc. accessories. CARQUEST’s own branded line of products is
Muffler Warehouse sold to the distributor stores, as well as to wholesalers for
eventual resale to professional repair shops, service stations,
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be dealerships and do-it-yourself customers. CARQUEST
intentionally listed here more than once. includes five member companies: Automotive Warehouse,
Todd Hack, Pres. Inc.; CAP Warehouse; BWP Distributors, Inc.; General Parts,
John Gardner, CFO Inc.; and Muffler Warehouse. In addition, CARQUEST owns
Jerry Colley, Exec. VP-Store Group, General Parts TECH-NET Professional Auto Service, a network of
Mike DeSorbo, Dir.-Trad. Markets, CARQUEST independent automotive service facilities, and CARQUEST
Todd Hack, Sr. VP-Prod. Mgmt., General Parts eServices, which provides professional customers with
Temple Sloan III, CEO/Pres., General Parts access to CARQUEST’s inventory and catalog through the
Phone: 877-735-2233 Fax: Internet at any time. The company also maintains the
Toll-Free: CARQUEST Technical Institute, an online and instructor-led
Address: 2635 E. Millbrook Rd., Raleigh, NC 27604 US training program for professional technicians and automotive
repair facility owners.
The company offers its employees a 401(k) plan; medical,
dental and vision insurance; life, AD&D and long-term
disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; an employee
assistance program; education reimbursement; an employee
stock ownership program; and an employee purchase
discount.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 36,500
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Y Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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CATERPILLAR INC www.cat.com


Industry Group Code: 333000 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Y Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Y Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Machinery-Earth Moving & Agricultural
Engines Caterpillar, Inc. manufactures construction equipment. The
Financing company’s three principal lines of business are machinery,
Fuel Cell Manufacturing engines and financial products. The machinery segment
Turbine Engines designs, manufactures and markets construction, mining,
Engine & Equipment Remanufacturing agricultural and forestry machinery, including track and
Supply Chain Services wheel tractors, track and wheel loaders, pipe layers, motor
graders, wheel tractor-scrapers, track and wheel excavators,
backhoe loaders, mining shovels, log skidders, log loaders,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: off-highway trucks, articulated trucks, paving products,
Solar Turbines telescopic handlers, skid steer loaders and parts. The
Caterpillar Remanufacturing Services
engines segment designs, manufactures and markets
Progress Rail Services, Inc.
Eurenov S.A.S.
engines for Caterpillar machinery; electric power generation
Blount systems; on-highway vehicles and locomotives; marine,
Lovat, Inc. petroleum, construction, industrial, agricultural and other
applications; and related parts. Caterpillar also
manufactures fuel cells, designed to incorporate ethanol,
methanol, natural gas, propane, methane, hydrogen and
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be biomass fuels. The firm’s Solar Turbines subsidiary is a
intentionally listed here more than once. world leader in industrial gas turbine power system engines.
James W. Owens, CEO The financial products segment provides financing to
David B. Burritt, CFO/VP customers and dealers for the purchase and lease of
Sidney C. Banwart, VP-Human Svcs. Caterpillar and other equipment, financing approximately
John S. Heller, CIO/VP 64% of equipment sold. Caterpillar has a network 53 U.S.
Tana L. Utley, CTO/VP dealers and 128 outside of the U.S. Worldwide, these
James B. Buda, General Counsel/VP/Corp. Sec. dealers serve 182 countries and operate 3,645 places of
Kevin E. Colgan, Treas. business, including 1,606 dealer rental outlets. More than
Mark Pflederer, VP/Gen. Mgr.-Mining & Construction Equipment
Thomas A. Gales, VP-Latin America Div.
half of the company’s sales are to overseas customers.
Bradley M. Halverson, Controller Caterpillar’s logistics business provides supply chain
Steven L. Fisher, VP-Remanufacturing Div. services to Caterpillar and over 65 other companies
James W. Owens, Chmn. worldwide. The firm's mid-term goal is to grow to $50 billion
Michael J. Baunton, VP-EMEA in annual revenue by 2010, largely through expansion of
Daniel M. Murphy, VP-Global Purchasing financing and engine remanufacturing. Operations in China
Phone: 309-675-1000 Fax: 309-675-4332 are also targeted for rapid growth. Caterpillar also holds
Toll-Free: Progress Rail Services, a remanufacturer of locomotives and
Address: 100 NE Adams St., Peoria, IL 61629 US railcars. In April 2007, the company finished the acquisition
of Eurenov S.A.S., a remanufacturer of engines,
transmissions and components. In November 2007,
Caterpillar acquired Blount’s Forestry Division. In March
2008, the firm acquired Lovat, Inc., which manufactures
tunnel boring machines. In January 2009, the company
announced plans to lay off approximately 5,000 employees.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $51,324,000 2008 Profits: $3,557,000 U.S. Stock Ticker: CAT
2007 Sales: $44,958,000 2007 Profits: $3,541,000 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $41,517,000 2006 Profits: $3,537,000 Employees: 97,444
2005 Sales: $36,339,000 2005 Profits: $2,854,000 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $30,306,000 2004 Profits: $2,035,000 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $1,512,504 Bonus: $4,742,998
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $826,177 Bonus: $1,979,081
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 7 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

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CENGAGE LEARNING www.cengage.com


Industry Group Code: 511130 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing: Y
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Books, Publishing
Automotive Repair Manuals Cengage Learning, formerly Thomson Delmar Learning,
Marine Maintenance & Repair Manuals provides learning tools for academic institutions, corporations
e-Learning Solutions and governments, by delivering customized education
Driver's Education Manuals solutions to three business segments: library and reference;
academic and professional; and global. The firm provides
online reference databases, distance learning, test
preparation courses, corporate training courses, career
assessment tools and materials for academic disciplines.
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: The company produces e-courses, e-videos, e-chapters, e-
Chilton books, software and old-fashioned paper books in a wide
Seloc
array of subjects such as agriculture, cosmetology, driver’s
Gatlin Educational Service
Houghton Mifflin College Division
education, engineering technology, graphic communications,
PAL Publications health care, health education, paralegal and trucking,
Apax Partners Inc automotive and marine repair and maintenance. The firm’s
Gale Chilton manuals provide comprehensive service,
Delmar maintenance and repair information for nearly every vehicle
made, including cars, trucks, snowmobiles, motorcycles and
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be all-terrain vehicles. Seloc manuals supply information
intentionally listed here more than once. dealing with outboard, inboard, stern drive and diesel engine
Ronald G. Dunn, CEO watercraft as well as personal watercraft. These manuals
Jerry Elliot, COO are designed with both the do-it-yourself and the professional
Ronald G. Dunn, Pres. technician in mind. Materials offered are compiled by editors
Jerry Elliot, CFO and technicians that disassemble and rebuild vehicles from
Adrian Butler, Sr. VP-Human Resources an on-site shop. Cengage has operations in 40 countries. In
Ray Lowrey, CTO July 2008, Thomson Delmar Learning was acquired by Apax
Ken Carson, General Counsel Partners and OMERS Capital Partners. The company’s
Charles Siegel, Pres., Academic & Professional Group
Patrick C. Sommers, Pres., Gale
name was then changed to Cengage Learning. In May
William D. Rieders, Exec. VP 2008, the firm acquired the assets of PAL Publications. In
Dave Shaffer, Chmn. June 2008, the company acquired the Houghton Mifflin
Jill Jones, CEO-Cengage Learning EMEA College Division (HM College). In July 2008, Cengage
Phone: 518-348-2300 Fax: 800-373-6200 acquired Gatlin Educational Service.
Toll-Free: 800-354-9706 Cengage offers its employees tuition reimbursement; short-
Address: 5 Maxwell Dr., Clifton Park, NY 12065 US and long-term disability; life and accidental death and
dismemberment insurance; and business travel accident
insurance.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: OMERS CAPITAL PARTNERS
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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CERADYNE www.ceradyne.com
Industry Group Code: 327999 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Ceramic Materials
Defense & Armoring Products Ceradyne, Inc. develops, manufactures and markets
Industrial Components advanced technical ceramic products, ceramic powders and
Orthodontic Materials components for defense, industrial, automotive/diesel and
Medical Device Components commercial applications. Advanced technical ceramics
Diesel Engine Components withstand extremely high temperatures; combine hardness
with light weight; resist corrosion and wear; and have
excellent electrical insulation capabilities, special electronic
properties and low friction characteristics. Ceradyne
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: conducts its business through its Advanced Ceramics
Advanced Ceramics Operations Operations division, its ESK Ceramics subsidiary, its
ESK Ceramics
Semicon Associates division, its Thermo Materials division,
Semicon Associates
Thermo Materials
its Ceradyne Canada subsidiary and its Boron Products
Ceradyne Canada subsidiary. Ceradyne’s Advanced Ceramics Operations
Ceralloy division produces lightweight armor for military applications;
ceramic diesel engine components; and translucent ceramic
orthodontic brackets. Subsidiary ESK Ceramics produces
water-resistant frictional automotive coatings; evaporation
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be boats for the metallization of materials for packaging and
intentionally listed here more than once. other products; ceramic industrial components for erosion
Joel P. Moskowitz, CEO and corrosion resistant applications; ceramic powders used
Joel P. Moskowitz, Pres. in manufacturing armor; and pump seals. The Semicon
Jerrold J. Pellizzon, CFO Associates division provides ceramic-impregnated dispenser
Michael Kraft, VP-Mktg. & Sales cathodes for microwave tubes, lasers and cathode ray tubes
Jerrold J. Pellizzon, Corp. Sec. and Samarium cobalt magnets. The Thermo Materials
Kenneth R. Morris, VP-Oper. division produces ceramic missile radomes (nose cones) and
Thomas A. Cole, VP-Bus. Dev. ceramic crucibles for melting silicon in the photovoltaic solar
Marc King, VP/Pres., North American Oper.
Michael Kraft, VP-Nuclear & Semiconductor Bus. Units
cell manufacturing process. Ceradyne’s subsidiary, Minco,
Thomas Juengling, VP/Pres., ESK Ceramics Inc., provides fused silica products for Thermo Materials and
Bruce Lockhart, VP/Pres., Ceradyne Thermo Materials Div. other companies. Ceradyne Canada subsidiary produces
Joel P. Moskowitz, Chmn. structural neutron absorbing materials in combination with
, David P. Reed aluminum metal matrix composites that serve as part of a
Phone: 714-549-0421 Fax: 714-549-5787 barrier system for spent fuel storage and dry storage in the
Toll-Free: 800-839-2189 nuclear industry. The company’s proprietary Ceralloy
product is a ceramic powder used in ceramic body armor.
Address: 3169 Red Hill Ave., Costa Mesa, CA 92626 US
Boron Products supplies neutron absorbing and reflecting
components in materials with specific Boron isotopes,
primarily used in the nuclear and semiconductor industries.
In July 2008, Ceradyne agreed to acquire SemEquip, Inc.,
which develops luster ion implantation sub-systems and
advanced ion source materials for the manufacture of logic
and memory chips, for approximately $25 million.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: CRDN
2007 Sales: $756,835 2007 Profits: $144,265 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $662,888 2006 Profits: $128,404 Employees: 2,511
2005 Sales: $368,253 2005 Profits: $46,778 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $215,612 2004 Profits: $27,573 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $616,348 Bonus: $650,000
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $311,907 Bonus: $325,000
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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CERBERUS CAPITAL MANAGEMENT LP www.cerberuscapital.com


Industry Group Code: 523910 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Private Equity Investments
Cerberus Capital Management, L.P. is one of the world’s
leading private investment firms. The company specializes in
providing both financial resources and operational expertise
to help transform undervalued companies into industry
leaders for long-term success and value creation. Its areas
of industry expertise include aerospace and defense;
apparel; healthcare; real estate; transportation; commercial
services; financial services; travel and leisure; and echnology
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: and telecommunications, among others. Cerberus is
Tower Automotive headquartered in New York, with affiliate and/or advisory
General Motors Acceptance Corp. (GMAC)
offices in Atlanta, Chicago, Los Angeles, London, Baarn,
Chrysler Holding LLC
Torex Retail
Frankfurt, Tokyo, Osaka and Taipei. The firm holds
Talecris Biotherapeutics controlling or significant minority interests in companies
around the world. In May 2007, Cerberus acquired 80.1%
equity interest of Chrysler Holding, LLC from the former
DaimlerChrysler AG (now Daimler AG). In June 2007,
Cerberus Capital Management acquired Torex Retail, an
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be independent provider of retail technology solutions. In
intentionally listed here more than once. August 2008, Cerberus sold Talecris Biotherapeutics to
Stephen Feinberg, CEO Australian trade buyer CSL for $3.1 billion.
Mark A. Neporent, COO
Dan Quayle, Partner
William L. Richter, Sr. Managing Dir.
Mark A. Neporent, Sr. Managing Dir.
John W. Snow, Chmn.
Phone: 212-891-2100 Fax: 212-891-1540
Toll-Free:
Address: 299 Park Ave., New York, NY 10171 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 175,000
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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CHAPMAN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP LLC www.chapmanchoice.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Parts & Service Chapman Automotive Group sells new and pre-owned
Fleet Sales vehicles throughout the states of Nevada and Arizona. With
over 17,000 automobiles on its lots at any given time, the
company sells Acura, Audi, BMW, Daimler, Chrysler,
General Motors, Isuzu, Lincoln-Mercury, Porsche, Chevrolet,
Honda, Mercedes and Volkswagen automobiles through
nearly 20 dealerships. Chapman Automotive also provides
part ordering services and maintenance and repair
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: departments. Additionally, the company supplies the
government with parts, trucks and cars and operates a fleet
sales division. Jerry Chapman founded the business in
1978.

CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be
intentionally listed here more than once.
Edward Davault, COO
Phone: 480-970-0740 Fax: 480-994-4096
Toll-Free:
Address: 1150 N. 54th St., Chandler, AZ 85226-1032 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 115
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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CHRYSLER CANADA INC www.chryslercanada.ca


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Manufacturing
Automobile Distribution Chrysler Canada, Inc., a subsidiary of Chrysler LLC,
Parts Manufacturing manufactures and wholesales passenger cars, trucks and
automotive components in Canada, including Chrysler
passenger cars; Dodge cars, minivans and trucks; and Jeep
SUVs. The firm also markets Mopar parts and accessories.
The firm’s vehicle production facilities include the Windsor
assembly plant, which builds Dodge Grand Caravan,
Chrysler Town & Country and Chrysler Pacifica; the
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Etobicoke Casting Plant in Toronto, which produces
Chrysler LLC aluminum die castings, pistons, engine and transmission
Automotive Research & Development Centre
parts; and the Brampton assembly plant, which produces the
Cerberus Capital Management LP
Daimler AG
Chrysler 300, Dodge Magnum, Dodge Charger and Dodge
Dodge Challenger. The company operates six regional parts
Jeep distribution centers and four regional sales offices. Chrysler
Mopar Canada also operates the Automotive Research and
Development Centre in conjunction with the University of
Windsor. In August 2007, private equity firm Cerberus
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Capital Management LP acquired an 80.1% stake in
intentionally listed here more than once. DaimlerChrysler AG's North American operations, including
Reid Bigland, CEO DaimlerChrysler Canada and DaimlerChrysler Corp., for
Reid Bigland, Pres. $7.41 billion. Upon completion of the deal, DaimlerChrysler
Mark Bosanac, VP-Mktg. Canada, Inc. changed its name to Chrysler Canada, Inc.,
Jo-Anne Gilman, VP-Finance DaimlerChrysler AG changed its name to Daimler AG and
Steven J. Landry, Chmn. DaimlerChrysler Corp. changed its name to Chrysler LLC. In
Judy Wheeler, Dir.-Int'l Mktg. & Comm. January 2008, Chrysler Canada announced three new
Phone: 519-973-2000 Fax: 519-973-2226 concept vehicles: the Chrysler ecoVoyager, an electric
Toll-Free: vehicle with a back up fuel cell; the Jeep Renegade, an
Address: 1 Riverside Dr. W., Windsor, ON N9A 5K3 Canada electric vehicle with a BLUETEC diesel back up; and the
Dodge ZEO, an electric vehicle with a 250 mile range. In
February 2008 at the Canadian International Automobile
Show, the company showcased the 2008 Dodge Challenger
SRT8, a modern muscle car; 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 pickup
truck; and the 2009 Dodge Journey fuel-efficient crossover;
all three vehicles will begin sales in 2008. In June 2008, the
company opened a new dealership in Edmonton, Canada.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 11,529
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $17,290,100 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: CHRYSLER LLC
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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CHRYSLER FINANCIAL SERVICES LLC www.chryslerfinancial.com


Industry Group Code: 522220 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Financing
Retail & Lease Financing Chrysler Financial Services LLC, formerly DaimlerChrysler
Dealer Inventory Financial Services Americas, LLC, serves as the Canadian,
Property & Casualty Insurance Mexican and U.S. headquarters for Chrysler Holding LLC,
Dealership Facility Development Management which is also the parent company of Chrysler LLC. The
company provides consumer and dealership automotive
financing for Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep vehicles at more
than 3,500 dealers in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico
and Venezuela. Among the services offered are retail and
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: lease financing for vehicles; dealer inventory and other
Chrysler LLC financing needs; dealer property and casualty insurance; and
Cerberus Capital Management LP
dealership facility development management, primarily for
Chrysler Holding LLC
Chrysler dealers and their customers. Due to the August
2007 acquisition by Cerberus Capital Management of 80.1%
of Chrysler Holding LLC from DaimlerChrysler AG,
DaimlerChrysler Financial Services Americas LLC was split
into two companies: Chrysler Financial Services LLC and
Mercedes-Benz Financial. The Mercedes-Benz company,
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be which also encompasses DaimlerChrysler Truck Financial, is
intentionally listed here more than once. now a part of Daimler Financial Services AG. Pursuant to
Thomas F. Gilman, CEO/Vice Chmn. Cerberus Capital’s acquisition, the previous parent company
Darryl R. Jackson, COO (DaimlerChrysler Financial Services AG) has changed its
Leland Wilson, CFO name to Daimler Financial Services AG to reflect its
Machelle A. McAdory, VP-Human Resources relationship to its parent company the new Daimler AG.
Machelle A. McAdory, VP-Admin. Svcs. Chrysler Financial Services LLC is the sister company of
Tracy L. Hackman, General Counsel/VP Chrysler LLC; both are organized under Chrysler Holding
Machelle A. McAdory, VP-Comm. LLC. In August 2008, the company announced the
Darcy Walker, Chief Risk Officer
Janet Toronski, VP-Dealer Credit & National Acct.
completion of the renewal of its $24 billion credit facilities,
Matt Thibaudeau, VP-Svcs. Group which provide funding for dealer and consumer financial
services.
Phone: 248-427-6800 Fax: 248-427-3121
Toll-Free:
Address: 27777 Inkster Rd., Farmington Hills, MI 48334 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 3,300
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: CHRYSLER HOLDING LLC
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

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CHRYSLER LLC www.chryslerllc.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 14 Profits: 11
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Manufacturing
Research & Development Chrysler LLC, formerly part of DaimlerChrysler Corp.,
Nanotechnology-Coatings manufactures, assembles and sells automobiles under the
Light Truck Manufacturing brands Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge, at facilities in the U.S.,
Financial Services Canada and Mexico. It also provides parts and accessories
marketed under the Mopar brand name. Chrysler's most
popular models include the Chrysler Crossfire sedan, PT
Cruiser and Town and Country minivan; the Dodge Neon
sedan, Caliber and Durango SUVs and Dakota and Ram
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: pick-ups; and Jeep's Wrangler, Grand Cherokee and Liberty.
Chrysler Financial Services, Inc. The company also produces luxury cars, such as the
Chrysler Group
Chrysler Imperial; performance and sports cars like the
Cerberus Capital Management LP
Jeep
Dodge Razor and the Dodge Viper; and specialized Jeeps as
Mopar the Hurricane, the Rescue and the Gladiator. The firm is
Dodge Ram engaged in automotive-related research and is developing
Jeep Grand Cherokee nanotechnologies to reduce air pollution while improving
Dodge overall fuel-use efficiency. In addition to the production of
cars, the firm also offers financing and leasing for customers
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be through the Chrysler Financial Services, Inc. In May 2007,
intentionally listed here more than once. private equity firm Cerberus Capital Management LP agreed
Robert Nardelli, CEO to buy an 80.1% stake in DaimlerChrysler AG's North
James Press, Co-Pres./Vice Chmn. American operations, including DaimlerChrysler Canada and
Ronald E. Kolka, CFO/Sr. VP DaimlerChrysler Corp., for $7.41 billion. Over the mid-term,
Steven Landry, Exec. VP-Sales, North America in an effort to increase profits, Chrysler plans to cut the 30
Frank Ewasyshyn, Exec. VP-Mfg. different models it makes by as much as 30% to 50%. In
Thomas W. La Sorda, Co-Pres./Vice Chmn. addition, it plans consolidate and downsize its dealer
Robert Nardelli, Chmn. network. By the end of 2008, Chrysler was dramatically
Michael Manley, Exec. VP-Int'l Sales, Mktg. & Bus. Dev.
John P. Campi, Exec. VP-Procurement
reducing production amid slumping sales. Chrysler received
$4 billion in bailout funds from the U.S. government, and
Phone: 248-576-5741 Fax: 248-576-4742 hopes to receive an additional $5 billion. In January 2009,
Toll-Free: 800-992-1997 Chrysler entered into a tentative alliance agreement with
Address: 1000 Chrysler Dr., Auburn Hills, MI 48326-2766 US Fiat. The alliance would give Fiat a 35% stake in Chrysler
while giving Chrysler access to Fiat small car engineering
and technology. If the alliance is successful, Chrysler could
quickly be building cars based on Fiat designs for sale in the
U.S. and abroad.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $49,000,000 2007 Profits: $1,623,443 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $63,294,342 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 72,000
2005 Sales: $67,336,201 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $66,505,640 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: CHRYSLER HOLDING LLC
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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CLARCOR INC www.clarcor.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 49 Profits: 25
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Filtration Products & Services
Consumer Packaging Clarcor, Inc. provides filtration products and services
organized into three segments: engine/mobile filtration;
industrial/environmental filtration; and consumer packaging.
The engine/mobile filtration segment sells filtration products
used on engines and in mobile equipment applications
including trucks, automobiles, buses, locomotives and
marine, construction, industrial, mining and agricultural
equipment. Products, marketed under the Baldwin, Hastings
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: and Clark brands, include oil, air, fuel, coolant, transmission
Baldwin and hydraulic fluid filters. The segment’s filters are sold
BioProcess Technologies, Inc.
worldwide, primarily in the replacement market. The
Perry Equipment Corporation
Aiguard
industrial/environmental filtration segment manufactures and
Purolator markets filtration products used in industrial and commercial
United Air Specialists processes and in buildings and infrastructures. Products,
J. L. Clark, Inc. marketed under brands such as Airguard, ATI, Purolator and
Sinfa SA United Air Specialists, include specialty industrial process
liquid filters; filters for the pharmaceutical processes and
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be beverages; filtration systems for aircraft refueling, anti-
intentionally listed here more than once. pollution, sewage treatment and water recycling; bilge
Norman E. Johnson, CEO separators; sand control filters for oil and gas drilling; and
Norman E. Johnson, Pres. woven wire and metallic products for filtration of plastics and
Bruce A. Klein, CFO polymer fibers. These products are used in commercial
David J. Lindsay, VP-Admin./Chief Admin. Officer buildings, hospitals, factories, residential buildings, paint
Richard M. Wolfson, General Counsel/VP/Corp. Sec. spray booths, gas turbine systems, motor vehicle cabins,
Bruce A. Klein, VP-Finance aircraft cabins, clean rooms, compressors and dust collector
Richard C. Larson, Pres., Clarcor Air, Clark Filter, USA systems. The consumer packaging segment, conducted by
Sam Ferrise, Pres., Baldwin Filters
Norman E. Johnson, Chmn.
subsidiary J. L. Clark, Inc., manufactures different types and
sizes of containers and packaging specialties. Metal, plastic
Phone: 615-771-3100 Fax: 615-771-5603 and combination metal/plastic containers and closures
Toll-Free: manufactured by the company are used in packaging a wide
Address: 840 Crescent Centre Dr., Ste. 600, Franklin, TN 37067 variety of dry and paste form products such as food,
US cosmetics, toiletries, playing cards and pharmaceuticals. In
March 2007, Clarcor purchased 80% of Sinfa SA, a
Moroccan manufacturer of automotive and heavy-duty
engine filters. The company acquired Perry Equipment
Corporation, a private manufacturer of filtration products, in
December 2007. In May 2008, the firm acquired a 30%
equity share in BioProcess Technologies, Inc., a
manufacturer of waste water and water reuse filter systems.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: CLC
2007 Sales: $921,191 2007 Profits: $90,659 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $904,347 2006 Profits: $82,710 Employees: 5,500
2005 Sales: $873,974 2005 Profits: $76,393 Fiscal Year Ends: 11/30
2004 Sales: $787,686 2004 Profits: $63,997 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $696,154 Bonus: $144,730
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $331,815 Bonus: $155,217
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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CLARION CO LTD www.clarion.com


Industry Group Code: 334310 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Audio & Video Equipment, Manufacturing
Navigation Systems Clarion Co., Ltd., headquartered in Japan, develops audio
Security Systems technology for automobiles and recreational vehicles. The
company has three operating segments: car audio-visual
equipment, specialty equipment and other. Clarion’s car
audio-visual equipment segment, the firm’s core segment,
manufactures and sells car audio, navigation and multi-
media equipment. These products are sold to individual
customers as well as to original equipment manufacturers in
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: the automotive industry such as, Isuzu, Honda, Subaru,
Clarion Corp. of America Mazda, Ford, Nissan and Mitsubishi. The car audio-visual
Hitachi Ltd
division also sells peripheral devices, such as cassettes,
compact discs, mini discs, DVDs, radio tuners, monitors,
audio speakers, amplifiers, remotes and other accessories.
Many of the company’s products provide entertainment
through the integration of software supporting terrestrial
digital TV broadcasts, wireless communication using
Bluetooths and information sharing with web content. The
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be firm also makes products that connect to other digital media
intentionally listed here more than once. devices such as iPods. The specialty equipment segment
Tatsuhiko Izumi, Pres. provides audiovisual products, IT-based location systems
Matt Matsuda, Pres., Clarion Corp. of America and cameras and television checking systems for buses and
Phone: 81-48-601-3700 Fax: public transportation. The other segment offers
communications equipment such as spread spectrum
Toll-Free:
wireless equipment and cellular phones. Clarion also
Address: 7-2 Shintoshin, Chuo-ku, Saitama-Shi, Saitama, 330- markets its products in the U.S. through its subsidiary Clarion
0081 Japan Corporation of America. The firm is a subsidiary of Hitachi
Ltd., a company with interests in IT, biotechnology and
nanotechnology. In 2008, two of the firm’s products were
selected for use in the International Space Station. These
products, the DVD Multimedia Station VRX935VD and the 6-
disc DVD Changer VCZ625, will be the first car audio-visual
products to enter space.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $1,683,700 2007 Profits: $-7,300 Int’l Ticker: 6796 Int’l Exchange: Tokyo-TSE
2006 Sales: $1,712,800 2006 Profits: $54,500 Employees: 9,211
2005 Sales: $1,660,537 2005 Profits: $47,597 Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $1,599,300 2004 Profits: $59,700 Parent Company: HITACHI LTD
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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COACHMEN INDUSTRIES INC www.coachmen.com


Industry Group Code: 336120 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 12 Profits: 8
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Y Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Recreational Vehicles
Housing Coachmen Industries, Inc. operates in two primary business
segments: recreational vehicles and housing. The
recreational vehicle segment consists of the manufacturing
and distribution of Class A and Class C motorhomes, travel
trailers, fifth wheels and camping trailers. The segment
produces recreational vehicles on an assembly-line basis in
Indiana, Michigan and Georgia. The housing segment
consists of the manufacturing and distribution of system-built
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: modules for residential buildings. The company's
Coachmen recreational vehicles are marketed under brand names
Georgie Boy
including Coachmen, Georgie Boy, Adrenaline, Sportscoach
Sportscoach
Viking
and Viking, through approximately 757 independent dealers
Adrenaline located in 49 states and internationally and through a
Blast Company-owned dealership located in Indiana. Sport utility
All American homes trailers are marketed under the Adrenaline and Blast brand
Mod-U-Kraf names. The Coachmen Caravan Camping Club, with over
132 chapters, offers retreats to destinations close to the
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be members’ home. The housing products are branded as All
intentionally listed here more than once. American Homes, Mod-U-Kraf and All American Building
Richard M. Lavers, CEO Systems. All American Homes and Mod-U-Kraf design,
Colleen A. Zuhl, CFO manufacture and market system-built housing structures. All
Les G. Thimlar, VP-Human Resources American Homes has four operations in Colorado, Indiana,
Todd Woelfer, General Counsel Iowa and North Carolina. Mod-U-Kraf operates from a plant
Michael R. Terlep, Jr., Pres., Coachmen Recreational Vehicle Group in Virginia. Together these plants serve approximately 530
Rick J. Bedell, Pres., Housing Group independent builders in 32 states. All American Building
William P. Johnson, Chmn. Systems designs and markets system-built living facilities
Phone: 574-825-5821 Fax: 574-825-8141 such as single-family home subdivisions, apartments,
Toll-Free: condominiums, townhouses, senior housing facilities and
Address: 423 North Main St ., Middlebury, IN 46540 US military housing facilities. Housing products include system-
built modules for single-family residences, multi-family
duplexes, apartments, condominiums, hotels and specialized
structures for military use. In April 2008, All American
Homes entered into an agreement with Solar Village Homes,
LLC to manufacture and market eco-friendly and solar
housing.
The company offers its employees medical, dental, vision
and life insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance;
a 401(k) plan; an employee stock purchase program; and
tuition reimbursement.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: COA
2007 Sales: $480,840 2007 Profits: $-38,752 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $564,382 2006 Profits: $-31,805 Employees: 2,305
2005 Sales: $702,425 2005 Profits: $-26,350 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $802,346 2004 Profits: $15,334 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $347,500 Bonus: $167,688
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Y Second Exec. Salary: $314,250 Bonus: $39,900
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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COAST DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM INC www.coastdistribution.com


Industry Group Code: 423120 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 3 Profits: 3
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Products, Motors & Parts Distribution
Boat & RV Replacement Parts & Accessories Coast Distribution System, Inc. is one of the largest
wholesale suppliers of replacement parts, supplies and
accessories for recreational vehicles (RVs) and boats in
North America. The company supplies more than 15,000
products and serves more than 12,000 RV dealers,
independent RV accessories retailers and boating retailers
throughout the U.S. and Canada from 13 regional distribution
centers in the U.S., located in California, Texas, Oregon,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Arizona, Colorado, Utah, Indiana, Pennsylvania, New York,
Coast Georgia, Florida and Wisconsin, and four regional
distribution centers in Canada, located in Montreal, Toronto,
Calgary and Vancouver. Coast utilizes a computer-based
order entry and warehousing system, which enables
customers to transmit orders either telephonically or
electronically to the Company, and enables it to prepare and
invoice most orders within 24 hours of receipt. The firm's
products include optional equipment and accessories, such
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be as awnings, antennae, vents, electrical items, towing
intentionally listed here more than once. equipment and hitches; appliances such as air conditioners,
James I. Musbach, CEO refrigerators, ranges, generators, propane gas equipment,
James I. Musbach, Pres. portable toilets and plumbing parts; hardware and tools;
Sandra A. Knell, CFO/Exec. VP specialized recreational vehicle housewares; chemicals and
Dennis A. Castagnola, Exec. VP-Sales supplies; and various other accessories, such as ladders,
Dennis E. Castagnola, Exec. VP-Mfg. & New Prod. Dev. jacks, fans, load stabilizers, mirrors and compressors.
David A. Berger, Exec. VP-Oper. Coast’s boating and marine products include boat covers,
Sandra A. Knell, Exec. VP-Finance stainless steel hardware, depth sounders, anchors, life
Thomas R. McGuire, Chmn.
jackets and other marine safety equipment and fishing
Phone: 408-782-6686 Fax: 408-782-7790 equipment. In recent years, the firm has integrated its own
Toll-Free: brand of products into the market. These proprietary
Address: 350 Woodview Ave., Morgan Hill, CA 95037 US products are specially designed for the company by
independent product design firms and manufactured, usually
on an exclusive basis, by independent manufacturers in the
U.S., Far East, and Europe.
Coast offers medical, dental, life and accident insurance; a
401(k) plan; and an Employee Stock Purchase program.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: CRV
2007 Sales: $164,293 2007 Profits: $ 215 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $179,103 2006 Profits: $2,973 Employees: 405
2005 Sales: $176,341 2005 Profits: $3,757 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $171,833 2004 Profits: $4,406 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $312,927 Bonus: $85,000
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Y Second Exec. Salary: $187,019 Bonus: $58,000
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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COBALT GROUP (THE) www.cobaltgroup.com


Industry Group Code: 541810A Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems: Y
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Advertising-Automotive Dealerships & Manufacturers
Web-Based Software & CRM Tools The Cobalt Group provides Internet marketing solutions for
Training & Consulting Services auto dealerships and manufacturers. The company is
Media Services endorsed by two-thirds of major automotive manufacturers
Automotive Data Collection & Reporting worldwide. Cobalt’s customer relationship management
e-Commerce Services (CRM) offerings are Cobalt Prospector, automating sales
force and showroom floor operations; OnStation, providing
email and direct mail marketing campaigns; Lead Manager
Customer Central, a lead management and CRM solution;
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: and Media Tracker, an advertising performance
Cobalt Prospector measurement system. The company’s online retailing
OnStation
products are based on the Nitra brand web site system,
Lead Manager Customer Central
Media Tracker
which is designed solely for automobile dealers and includes
Nitra software add-ons for lead management, image marketing,
PowerSearch Complete advanced vehicle research, Spanish-language marketing
IntegraLink and inventory marketing. Cobalt’s PowerSearch Complete
MotorPlace.com provides organic and paid Internet search engine traffic
strategies through relationships with Google, Yahoo! and
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be MSN. The company provides third-party leads through its
intentionally listed here more than once. Dealix division. In addition to its software products, the
John Holt, CEO company provides a variety of services. Its automotive
Scott Mathews, COO/Exec. VP marketing services include website design and management
Jim Beach, CFO/Exec. VP tools; Internet advertising; third-party leads; lead
Chris Reed, Chief Mktg. Officer/VP management; owner marketing; and reporting and analytics.
Kevin Distelhorst, VP/General Mgr.-IntegraLink Cobalt’s program management services include program
Anna Zornosa, Exec. VP/Gen. Mgr.-Dealix design consultation; custom solutions and performance
Kevin Root, VP-Prod. & Mktg., Dealix reports; and Thought Leadership, providing research-based
John Holt, Chmn.
industry insight. Consulting and training services offered by
Phone: 206-269-6363 Fax: 206-269-6350 Cobalt include eDealer Consultants in-person field training
Toll-Free: 866-289-2786 and eCare and ProCare customer support. Additional
Address: 2200 1st Ave. S., Ste. 400, Seattle, WA 98134 US services include dealership management system (DMS) data
management, a service offered through the company’s
Integralink division. Cobalt also operates motorplace.com, a
dealer-to-dealer e-commerce marketplace. The firm is
owned by investment firms Warburg Pincus; ABS Capital
Partners; and Oak Investment Partners.
Employees are offered medical, dental and vision insurance;
life insurance; short-and long-term disability coverage; a
wellness program; a 401(k) plan; access to an onsite gym;
pet insurance; manufacturer discounts on the purchase of
new cars; an online nutrition and coaching program; and
flexible spending accounts.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 550
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $25,000
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $186,667 Bonus: $186,667
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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COLLINS INDUSTRIES INC www.collinsind.com


Industry Group Code: 336120 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 20 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Y Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Trucks, RVs & Misc. Automotive, Manufacturing
Buses Collins Industries, Inc., owned by Steel Partners II, L.P.,
Ambulances manufactures specialty vehicles and accessories for various
Terminal Trucks basic service niches of the transportation industry. Collins
Road Construction Equipment markets its mid-sized manufacturing capabilities as more
Sweeper Equipment complicated than local shops but much more suited for
customized products than large-scale mass production
facilities. The company’s products include ambulances;
small school buses; shuttle and mid-sized commercial buses;
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: terminal trucks; commercial bus chassis; road construction
Collins Bus Corporation equipment; and industrial rental sweepers. The company’s
Mid Bus Corporation
innovative products include the Moduvan ambulance, the
Corbeil Bus Corporation
Wheeled Coach Industries
first ambulance of its size with advanced life-support system
Capacity of Texas capability; the Dura-Ride suspension system, the first frame-
World Trans, Inc. isolating suspension system for terminal trucks; and the Type
Lay-Mor A Super Bantam, a relatively small school bus with space for
Moduvan 24 passengers, one of the largest capacities available for
that size. Collins is one of the largest U.S. manufacturers of
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be ambulances and terminal trucks, and a leading manufacturer
intentionally listed here more than once. of small school buses and sweepers used in the road
Randall Swift, CEO construction industry. Subsidiaries include school bus
Randall Swift, Pres. manufacturers Collins Bus Corporation, Mid Bus Corporation
Hans H. Heinsen, CFO/VP and Corbeil Bus Corporation; Wheeled Coach Industries, a
John L. Dreasher, VP-Human Resources leading manufacturer of ambulances and emergency service
Ron Soresen, VP-Risk Mgmt. vehicles; Capacity of Texas, a manufacturer of specialty
Phone: 620-663-5551 Fax: 620-663-1630 vehicles used to move semi trailer equipment; World Trans,
Toll-Free: Inc., a manufacturer of small to mid-sized buses for transit,
Address: 15 Compound Dr., Hutchinson, KS 67502 US charter, airport and shuttle applications; and Lay-Mor, a
manufacturer of rental equipment, street sweepers and
loader backhoes. The firm sells its products under several
brands, including Wheeled Coach ambulances; Collins Bus
and Mid Buses small school buses; World Trans commercial
buses; Capacity terminal trucks; and Waldon and Lay-Mor
road construction and sweeper equipment. In April 2007,
Collins closed its Wheeled Coach production facility in
Hutchinson, Kansas.
Collins offers its employees tuition reimbursement; an
employee assistance program; bonus opportunities; and
medical, dental, prescription, life and disability insurance.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $127,400 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 1,000
2005 Sales: $269,448 2005 Profits: $2,240 Fiscal Year Ends: 10/31
2004 Sales: $208,203 2004 Profits: $2,331 Parent Company: STEEL PARTNERS II LP
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $400,000 Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $385,000 Bonus: $125,000
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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COMMERCIAL VEHICLE GROUP INC (CVG) www.cvgrp.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 56 Profits: 50
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Commercial Cab Structures & Components
Suspension Seat Systems Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc. (CVG) is a supplier of fully
Interior Trim Systems integrated system solutions for the global commercial vehicle
Mirrors & Wiper Systems market, including the heavy-duty truck market; the
Electronic Wire Harness Assemblies & Controls construction and agriculture markets; and the specialty and
Switches military transportation markets. The company’s products
include suspension seat systems; interior trim systems,
including instrument panels, door panels, headliners,
cabinetry and floor systems; cab structures and components;
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: mirrors; wiper systems; electronic wire harness assemblies
PEKM Kabeltechnik s.r.o. and controls; and switches specifically designed for
BizChair.com
applications in commercial vehicles. CVG utilizes a number
Short Bark Industries, LLC
of manufacturing processes, including welding, dielectric
processes, VEC technology, robotic welding, hemming,
bonding, body sealing, 3D compression molding, vinyl clad
RIM, automated valve assembly, automated fabric cutting,
full body e-coat line and body-in-white assembly lines. The
company has U.S. operations in Arizona, Indiana, Illinois,
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Iowa, Michigan, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Tennessee,
intentionally listed here more than once. Texas, Virginia and Washington; and foreign operations in
Mervin Dunn, CEO Australia, Belgium, Czech Republic, China, France, Mexico,
Mervin Dunn, Pres. Sweden, Ukraine and the U.K. In February 2007, the firm
Chad M. Utrup, CFO announced that its line of 24/7 intensive-use office chair are
James F. Williams, VP-Human Resources available for consumer purchase through BizChair online at
Kevin Frailey, Exec. VP-Bus. Dev. BizChair.com. In October 2007, the company acquired the
Gordon Boyd, Pres., Global Construction & Agriculture injection molding and heavy-gauge thermoforming fabrication
Gerald L. Armstrong, Pres., Global Truck division of Gage Industries. Also in October 2007, CVG
Phone: 614-289-5360 Fax: 614-289-5361 acquired all outstanding stock of PEKM Kabeltechnik s.r.o.,
Toll-Free: 800-222-7328 an electronic wire harness manufacturer, finalizing the
Address: 6530 W. Campus Way, New Albany, OH 43054 US acquisition. In December 2007, the firm acquired the assets
of Short Bark Industries, LLC, a cut-and-sew and seat cover
supplier.
he company offers its employees benefits that include a
401(k) plan; medical, dental and vision insurance; life
insurance; paid holidays; and vacation time off.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: CVGI
2007 Sales: $696,786 2007 Profits: $-3,251 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $918,751 2006 Profits: $58,050 Employees: 6,410
2005 Sales: $754,481 2005 Profits: $49,411 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $380,445 2004 Profits: $17,449 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $624,000 Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $547,006 Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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COMPAGNIE GENERALE DES ETABLISSEMENTS MICHELIN


www.michelin.com
Industry Group Code: 326200 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 2 Profits: 2
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Y Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing: Y
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Plastics & Rubber, Manufacturing
Tire Production Compagnie Generale des Etablissements Michelin (CGEM),
Tourism Services based in France, is a worldwide corporation best known for
Maps, Guidebooks & Atlases its production of Michelin tires for cars, trucks, aircraft,
earthmovers and motorcycles. The company is one of the
world’s largest tire producers. It operates through two
primary subsidiaries, Compagnie Financiere Michelin (CFM),
which is responsible for overseeing industrial, trading and
research subsidiaries outside of France, and Manufacture
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Francaise des Pneumatiques Michelin, which is 40%
Uniroyal controlled by CGEM and 60% controlled by CFM, and is
Kleber
responsible for industrial, sales and research operations in
BFGoodrich
ViaMichelin
France. These subsidiaries combine to offer three lines of
Warrior products and services, consisting of tires, travel assistance
Compagnie Financiere Michelin services, and lifestyle products. Tires are sold in 170
Manufacture Francaise des Pneumatiques Michelin countries, with replacement tires for passenger cars, light
Euromaster trucks and trucks generating 70% of the firm’s sales. The
firm’s brands include Michelin, BFGoodrich, Uniroyal, Kleber
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be and Warrior. Tires are distributed through two networks:
intentionally listed here more than once. Euromaster in Europe and TCI in the U.S. The travel
Michel Rollier, Managing Partner assistance services incorporate national maps, local maps,
Didier Miraton, Managing Partner atlases, city maps, tourist and cultural guidebooks for regions
Eric de Cromieres, Head-Mktg. & Sales around the world. In addition, Michelin’s travel assistance
Jean-Michel Guillon, Head-Personnel services include a number of digital offerings such as
Claire Dorland-Clauzel, Head-Comm. navigation software for handheld computers and PDAs, and
Jean-Dominique Senard, Managing Partner ViaMichelin, which delivers full color maps to cellular phones.
Florent Menegaux, Head-Passenger Car & Light Truck Prod. Line
The company’s lifestyle products include automotive and
Pete Selleck, Head-Truck Prod. Line
Bernard Vasdeboncoeur, Head-Specialty Prod. Lines cycle-related products such as pumps, pressure gauges,
Eric Bourdais de Charbonniere, Chmn. safety accessories, wheel and tire changing products and
Jean-Christophe Guerin, Supervisor-Supply Chain & Quality transportation accessories; products for work, sport and
leisure such as soling for tennis shoes; and personal
Phone: 04-73-98-59-00 Fax: 33-45-66-15-53
accessories such as shirts, personal accessories, gifts and
Toll-Free: collectibles that reflect Michelin’s history. The firm also
Address: 12, cours Sablon, Clermont-Ferrand, 63040 France offers engineering and other services including driver training
programs and testing facilities.
The firm offers North American employees medical, dental
and life insurance; pension and 401(k) savings plans; and
employee assistance programs.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $26,348,800 2007 Profits: $1,205,980 Int’l Ticker: ML Int’l Exchange: Paris-Euronext
2006 Sales: $22,255,400 2006 Profits: $778,340 Employees: 122,050
2005 Sales: $19,371,600 2005 Profits: $1,104,600 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $21,399,500 2004 Profits: $702,600 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Y Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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COMPAGNIE PLASTIC OMNIUM www.plasticomnium.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 27 Profits: 29
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Plastics & Rubber, Manufacturing
Automotive Fuel Systems Compagnie Plastic Omnium (PO) is a leading plastics and
Exterior Panels & Trim automotive equipment manufacturer. During 2007, PO
Waste Container Manufacturing & Related Services reorganized into two segments: Automotive Equipment,
Playgrounds which generated roughly 84% of 2007 revenue; and Urban
Systems, 16%. As of December 2007, the former
Performance Plastics Products - 3P segment is an asset
held for sale and no longer consolidated. The Automotive
Equipment segment consists of the following two companies.
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Joint venture Inergy Automotive Systems, with Belgian
Inergy Automotive Systems chemical company Solvay S.A., is a world leader in supply of
Plastic Omnium Auto Exterior
automotive fuel systems, including hybrid vehicle fuel
Hella-Behr-Plastic Omnium (HBPO)
Inoplast
systems and adapting fuel tanks to accommodate biodiesel.
InoPlastic Omnium (iPO) Plastic Omnium Auto Exterior (PO Auto Exterior) designs
Compagnie Signature and produces bumpers, fenders, front- and rear-end modules
Plastic Omnium Environment and energy absorption systems. PO Auto Exterior also
Sulo Environmental Technology controls 33.3% of Hella-Behr-Plastic Omnium (HBPO), jointly
owned with Hella and Behr, which produces front-ends;
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be 100% of Inoplast, one of Europe’s leading exterior auto parts
intentionally listed here more than once. producers; and 100% of InoPlastic Omnium (iPO), which
Laurent Burelle, CEO makes rear hatchbacks. The Urban Systems segment
Paul Henry Lemarie, COO consists primarily of the following two major companies.
Jean-Michel Szczerba, CFO/Sr. Exec. VP Compagnie Signature mainly manufactures road signage for
Phillippe Hugon, Exec. VP-Human Resources western European countries. Plastic Omnium Environment
Jean-Luc Petit, Corp. Sec./VP-Legal Affairs serves communities, companies and municipalities
Marc Szulewicz, Pres., Plastic Omnium Auto Exterior worldwide, offering wheeled containers and public waste
Pierre Lecocq, CEO-Inergy Automotive Systems drop-off structures, with related services including
Michel Kempinski, Pres., Plastic Omnium Environment
Laurent Burelle, Chmn.
installation, maintenance and repair. It also designs and
installs plastic playground equipment through Ludoparc SA.
Phone: 33-4-72-76-77-78 Fax: 33-4-72-73-46-92 In April 2007, Yanfeng Plastic Omnium Automotive Exterior
Toll-Free: Systems Co. Ltd., a joint venture between PO Auto Exterior
Address: 19, Ave. Jules Carteret - BP 7020, Lyon, 69342 France and Yanfeng Visteon that manufactures exterior auto
components, received government approval and licensing to
begin operations in China. In July 2007, PO acquired
Compagnie Signature from Burelle S.A. (PO’s majority
shareholder) for $139.3 million. In September 2007, it
acquired German firm Sulo Environmental Technology for
$219.8 million. Since Sulo mainly manufactures waste
container equipment including litterbins and public drop-off
receptacles, it is being integrated into PO Environment.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $3,973,900 2007 Profits: $73,000 Int’l Ticker: POM Int’l Exchange: Paris-Euronext
2006 Sales: $3,441,900 2006 Profits: $69,600 Employees: 11,631
2005 Sales: $2,582,950 2005 Profits: $55,450 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $2,491,900 2004 Profits: $68,000 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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CONSUMER PORTFOLIO SERVICES INC www.consumerportfolio.com


Industry Group Code: 522220 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 4 Profits: 3
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Financing
Consumer Portfolio Services, Inc. (CPS) is a specialty
finance company engaged in purchasing and servicing retail
automobile contracts originated primarily by franchised
automobile dealers and, to a lesser extent, by select
independent dealers in the U.S. in the sale of new and used
automobiles, light trucks and passenger vans. Through its
automobile contract purchases, the company provides
indirect financing to the customers of dealers, who have
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: limited credit histories, low incomes or past credit problems.
The firm serves as an alternative source of financing for
dealers, facilitating sales to customers who otherwise might
not be able to obtain financing from traditional sources, such
as commercial banks, credit unions and the captive finance
companies affiliated with major automobile manufacturers.
Instead of lending money directly to customers, CPS
purchases automobile contracts from dealers under several
different financing programs. The company purchases
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be automobile contracts with the intention of financing them on
intentionally listed here more than once. a long-term basis through securitizations. Securitizations are
Charles E. Bradley, Jr., CEO transactions in which the firm sells a specified pool of
Charles E. Bradley, Jr., Pres. contracts to a special purpose entity, which in turn issues
Jeffrey P. Fritz, CFO/Sr. VP asset-backed securities to fund the purchase of the pool of
Curtis K. Powell, Sr. VP-Mktg. contracts from the company. CPS has 134 marketing
Mark A. Creatura, General Counsel/Sr. VP representatives and is a party to dealer agreements with
Jayne E. Holland, Sr. VP-Oper. over 10,255 dealers in 46 states. In 2007, 84% of
Robery E. Riedl, Chief Investment Officer/Sr. VP automobile contracts purchased under the firm’s programs
Chris Terry, Sr. VP-Servicing
Teri L. Clements, Sr. VP-Originations
consisted of financing for used cars and 16% consisted of
Charles E. Bradley, Jr., Chmn. financing for new cars.
Phone: 949-753-6800 Fax: 949-753-6805 The company offers its employees benefits that include a
401(k) plan; tuition reimbursement; medical, dental and
Toll-Free:
vision insurance; and employee assistance.
Address: 16355 Laguna Canyon Rd., Irvine, CA 92618 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: CPSS
2007 Sales: $394,550 2007 Profits: $13,858 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $278,863 2006 Profits: $39,555 Employees: 997
2005 Sales: $193,697 2005 Profits: $3,372 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $132,692 2004 Profits: $-15,888 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $840,000 Bonus: $1,500,000
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $307,000 Bonus: $215,000
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y

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CONTINENTAL AG www.conti-online.com
Industry Group Code: 326200 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 3 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Y Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Components
Tires, Plastics & Rubber Continental AG is one of Europe's largest manufacturers of
Brake Products tires and other automotive systems for cars and trucks. The
Transmissions & Suspensions company has product offerings in six divisions: Chassis and
Vehicle Interiors safety, powertrain, interior, passenger and light truck tires,
Sealing Systems commercial vehicle tires and ContiTech. The chassis and
Aviation Products safety division encompasses products in the following
Protective Clothing categories: electronic brake systems, hydraulic brake
systems, sensorics, passive safety and Advanced Driver
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Assistance Systems (ADAS). The power train segment
ContiTech offers system solutions affecting every aspect of a vehicle’s
Uniroyal
drivetrain. Its products include gasoline systems; diesel
Semperit
General Tire
systems; electronics; transmission; sensors; actuators, motor
Viking drives and fuel supply; and hybrid electric vehicles. The
Enax company’s interior division combines all activities relating to
the management and visualization of information in the
vehicle, including body and security; connectivity;
instrumentation and displays; interior modules; and
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be multimedia. The passenger and light truck tires division
intentionally listed here more than once. designs and manufacturers car tires under the Continental,
Manfred Wennemer, Chmn.-Exec. Board Uniroyal, Semperit, Barum, General Tire, Gislaved, Viking
Thomas Sattelberger, Dir.-Personnel & Human Resources and Mabor brands, as well as bicycle, motorcycle and cart
Karl-Thomas Neumann, CTO tires. The commercial vehicle tires division develops and
Alan Hippe, Dir.-Law manufactures truck and bus tires, off-road tires and industrial
Rolf Woller, Head-Investor Rel. tires. The ContiTech subsidiary manufactures a variety of
Alan Hippe, Dir.-Finance & Controlling non-tire rubber products such heat-resistant charge air hoses
Hans-Joachim Nikolin, Dir.-Corp. Quality, Environment & Comm. Tires for cars, transportation hoses for use in large excavators and
Manfred Wennemer, Chmn.-Passenger & Light Truck Tires
Gerhard Lerch, Dir.-ContiTech
conveyor belts, among others. In recent news, Continental
Karl-Thomas Neumann, Dir.-Chassis & Safety and Powertrain Div. announced plans to sell its fuel supply business unit. In
Hubertus von Grunberg, Chmn.-Supervisory Board 2008, the company acquired shares in the Japanese lithium-
William L. Kozyra, Dir.-NAFTA Bus., Automotive Systems ion specialist Enax with plans to develop lithium-ion cells for
Dr. Hans-Joachim Nikolin, Dir.-Purchasing use in hybrid and electric drives in automobiles. Continental
Phone: 49-511-938-01 Fax: 49-511-938-1080 also recently opened a $37 million electronic braking
Toll-Free: systems plant in Budapest, Hungary. Recent innovations
include a convertible diving car that can float on top of water
Address: Vahrenwalder Strasse 9, Hanover, D-30165 Germany
and dive in waters up to 32 feet.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $24,260,000 2007 Profits: $1,490,000 Int’l Ticker: CON Int’l Exchange: Frankfurt-Euronext
2006 Sales: $19,855,200 2006 Profits: $1,339,870 Employees: 79,849
2005 Sales: $18,455,089 2005 Profits: $1,269,980 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $17,182,900 2004 Profits: $919,100 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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CONTINENTAL MOTORS GROUP www.continentalmotors.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
New & Used Vehicles Continental Motors Group is one of the largest car dealership
Maintenance Services groups in the state of Illinois with seven locations. Founded
Parts Sales in 1961, the company began as an import repair shop.
Continental specializes in the sale of vehicles from diverse
automobile brands, including Honda, Acura, Toyota, Nissan,
Audi, Scion, Chrysler, Ferrari, Maserati and Jeep. It has
over 1,000 used vehicles in stock at any given moment. The
group’s member dealerships include Continental Acura,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Continental AutoSports, Continental Chrysler Jeep,
Continental Acura Continental Honda, Continental Toyota Scion, Continental
Continental AutoSports
Audi and Continental Nissan. The Continental Toyota Scion
Continental Chrysler Jeep
Continental Honda
dealership includes a Collision Center for paintless dent
Continental Toyota Scion removal, and also offers rental car services. Four of the
Continental Audi group’s dealerships also maintain detail centers. Continental
Continental Nissan AutoSports includes the CarNuts Boutique, which offers
CarNuts Boutique Maserati and Ferrari apparel as well as models, posters and
accessories. Continental Motors also sells parts to its
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be customers through Mopar Performance Parts. The
intentionally listed here more than once. company’s web site offers options for both potential buyers
John F. Weinberger, Sr., Pres. and existing owners of vehicles, allowing potential car buyers
John Stanley, CFO to compare prices, review vehicle makes and models and
John F. Weinberger, Sr., Chmn. determine the value of a trade-in vehicle. Customers are
Phone: 708-352-8080 Fax: 708-352-0678 also able to search and view the new and used inventory
Toll-Free: available for purchase, buy a vehicle, inquire about financing
and/or obtain a quick quote online. Existing car owners have
Address: 5750 S. La Grange Rd., Countryside, IL 60525 US
the option of scheduling maintenance service, viewing and
ordering parts and accessories and obtaining information
about extending their warranties through online services.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 400
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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COOPER TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY www.coopertire.com


Industry Group Code: 326200 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 7 Profits: 6
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Y Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Tires
Plastics & Rubber Manufacturing Cooper Tire & Rubber Company is a leading manufacturer of
replacement tires, focusing on the manufacture and sale of
passenger and light truck replacement tires. In addition, the
company manufactures radial medium truck, bias light truck
tires, motorcycle tires and racing tires. Cooper owns a
purchasing office in Singapore to acquire the principal
components of tires, including natural rubber and synthetic
rubber. The firm also invests in RubberNetwork.com LLC.
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: The company operates in two business segments: North
Shandong Chengshan Tire Company Ltd. American tire operations and international tire operations.
Cooper Tire & Rubber Company de Mexico
Both segments produce replacement tires for passenger cars
and light trucks. The North American segment sells its tires
indirectly through dealers, distributors and tire chains, and
directly through three rental stores owned by the company.
The international segment focuses mainly on the U.K.,
continental Europe, Scandinavia, and China, holding
subsidiaries throughout France, Germany, Spain and
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Switzerland. This segment does not make direct end-user
intentionally listed here more than once. sales, but does make tires for several original equipment
Roy V. Armes, CEO manufacturers (OEMs). The international segment is
Roy V. Armes, Pres. expanding its operations in Asia. Cooper has a majority
Philip G. Weaver, CFO ownership in China’s third-largest Chinese-owned tire
Mark W. Krivoruchka, Sr. VP-Global Human Resources manufacturer, Shandong Chengshan Tire Company Ltd. In
James E. Kline, General Counsel/VP/Corp. Sec. October 2007, Cooper sold subsidiary, Oliver Rubber
Dave Craig, Dir.-Advertising Company, its retread division and announced the formation
Kathy Morgan, Dir.-Compensation & Special Projects of Cooper Tire & Rubber Company de Mexico, a joint
Phil Kortokrax, VP-Dealer Channel Sales
Adam Zickert, Dir.-Wholesale Channel
venture projects in charge of selling the Cooper and
Roy V. Armes, Chmn. Pneustone brands. In May 2008, the firm opened a new
Harold C. Miller, VP/Pres., Int'l Tire Div. technical center in Asia, designed to explore new products
Kurt Thomas, Dir.-North American Supply Chain and improve existing tire designs.
Phone: 419-423-1321 Fax: 419-424-4212 Cooper offers employees on-the-job training, job rotation,
Toll-Free: 800-537-9523 outside education opportunities, and other educational
Address: 701 Lima Ave., Findlay, OH 45840 US assistance through the Cooper Learning Center.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: CTB
2007 Sales: $2,035,623 2007 Profits: $-9,356 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $2,575,218 2006 Profits: $-78,511 Employees: 13,355
2005 Sales: $2,155,185 2005 Profits: $-9,356 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $2,081,609 2004 Profits: $201,372 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $700,000 Bonus: $756,313
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $400,015 Bonus: $254,233
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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COPART INC www.copart.com


Industry Group Code: 423110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Salvage Vehicle Processing
Towing & Storage Services Copart, Inc. provides vehicle suppliers, primarily insurance
Online Used Parts Database companies, with a full range of services to process and sell
salvaged vehicles over the Internet through its Virtual
Bidding Second Generation Internet auction-style sales
technology. The company sells primarily to licensed vehicle
dismantlers, rebuilders, repair licensees, used vehicle
dealers and exporters. The firm offers vehicle suppliers a full
range of services that expedite each stage of the salvage
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: vehicle sale process and minimize administrative and
CoPartfinder processing costs. Copart markets its services to vehicle
CoPart Access
suppliers through an in-house sales force, telemarketing and
CoPart ProQuote
Century Salvage Sales Limited
participation in trade shows and vehicle industry
conventions. The company provides several online tools for
its buyers, including online bidding, vehicle processing at
storage sites, automatic e-mail notifications to users seeking
specific cars and CoPartfinder, a search engine that helps
users locate specific car parts. In addition, CoPart Access
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be provides vehicle suppliers with online information about
intentionally listed here more than once. vehicles for sale. Copart also provides Copart ProQuote, an
Willis J. Johnson, CEO online service providing salvage value estimates, helping
Russell D. Lowy, COO suppliers determine whether to repair a particular vehicle or
A. Jayson Adair, Pres. deem it a total loss. Insurance customers can also enter a
William E. Franklin, CFO/Sr. VP vehicle into a live virtual auction-style sale to establish its
Vincent W. Mitz, Exec. VP-Mktg. true value, rather than dealing with estimated values in
Thomas E. Wylie, Sr. VP-Human Resources negotiating with owners who wish to retain their vehicles.
David L. Bauer, CIO/Sr. VP-IT The company generates revenue primarily from fees paid by
Paul A. Styer, General Counsel/Sr. VP/Sec.
Simon E. Rote, VP-Finance
vehicle suppliers and vehicle buyers as well as related fees
Willis J. Johnson, Chmn. for services such as towing and storage. Copart operates
123 salvage facilities in the U.S., one facility in Canada and
Phone: 707-639-5000 Fax: 707-639-5196 seven facilities in the U.K. In August 2007, the company
Toll-Free: acquired Century Salvage Sales Limited, a U.K. company,
Address: 4665 Business Center Dr., Fairfield, CA 94534 US including three salvage yards. In July 2008, the firm opened
a new facility in Arkansas.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: CPRT
2007 Sales: $560,680 2007 Profits: $136,338 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $528,571 2006 Profits: $96,947 Employees: 2,536
2005 Sales: $447,731 2005 Profits: $102,116 Fiscal Year Ends: 7/31
2004 Sales: $391,014 2004 Profits: $79,220 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $750,000 Bonus: $1,050,000
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $600,000 Bonus: $800,000
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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COUNTRY COACH LLC www.countrycoach.com


Industry Group Code: 336120 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 17 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Y Specialty Service: Y Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Y Tires: Paint & Body: Y Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Y Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Recreational Vehicle Manufacturing
Country Coach LLC is a designer and manufacturer of
premium motorcoaches. Similar to recreational vehicles
(RVs), motorcoaches are designed more like a charter bus in
terms of external appearance, but with the living interior of an
RV. The firm’s single 508,000-square-foot corporate and
manufacturing campus includes its engineering department,
a production engineering center, human resources
department, safety department, customer care center,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: service department, a bus production center and a cabinetry
Inspire shop, as well as facilities for reinforced plastics
Intrigue
manufacturing, fiberglass fabrication and detail,
Prevost
Magna
maintenance, steel fabrication, brake testing, wire harness
Allure assembly, research and development, lamination and
Belanger RV Centre painting. Country Coach also manufactures its own chassis,
Dynomax the Dynomax, which features a rigid structure composed of
Veranda tubular steel and welded components. The company’s line
of motorcoaches can be up to 45 feet in length and include
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be such brand names as Tribute, Inspire, Allure, Intrigue,
intentionally listed here more than once. Magna, Affinity, Rhapsody and Prevost. These come in a
Jay Howard, CEO variety of customizable floor plans, including dual, triple and
Jay Howard, Pres. quad slide-out configurations. In February 2007, Country
Mark Andersen, CFO Coach, Inc. was purchased from National R. V. Holdings,
Jim Howard, Sr. VP-Sales & Service Inc. by Riley Investment Management, LLC, a private
Janet Kehoe, VP-Human Resources investment firm, for approximately $38.7 million. After the
Ernesto Ganchegui, VP-IT merger, the company was renamed Country Coach LLC. In
Bruce Smith, VP-Eng. April 2008, Country Coach partnered with Belanger RV
Gary Obermire, Sr. VP-Oper.
Mark Jewell, VP-Finance
Centre in Ottawa to establish a new retail dealership serving
Matt Howard, VP-Mktg. & Sales Admin. Eastern Canada. In June 2008, the company launched a
Paul Kellerman, VP-Service & Warranty new product line, Country Coach Veranda. Veranda
Patrick Weist, VP-Materials incorporates a new interior living space design, through
Debbie Hollembaek, VP-Design which a section of the coach sidewall is lowered to create an
Phone: Fax: open-air, steel deck space.
Toll-Free: 800-654-0223 Country Coach’s employees receive benefits such as paid
Address: 135 E 1st Ave., Junction City, OR 97448 US medical insurance, paid life insurance and paid holidays and
vacations.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $187,500 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 1,500
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: RILEY INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT
LLC
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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CREDIT ACCEPTANCE CORP www.credaccept.com


Industry Group Code: 522220 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 5 Profits: 2
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Financing
Credit Acceptance Corp. (CAC) provides auto loans to
consumers, regardless of their credit history. The company’s
product is offered through a nationwide network of
automobile dealers who benefit from sales of vehicles to
consumers who otherwise could not obtain financing; from
repeat and referral sales generated by these same
customers; and from sales to customers responding to
advertisement for the firm’s product, but who actually end up
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: qualifying for traditional financing. The firm’s target market is
a select group of the more than 70,000 independent and
franchised automobile dealers in the US. CAC also services
the loans and provides dealers with risk assessment, fraud
alert, computerized skip tracing, sales training and other
services. Dealers that use CAC can offer car buyers
disability insurance, vehicle service contracts, collateral
protection and credit life. The company’s online credit
application processing system provides automobile
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be dealerships with the ability to grant credit approval in less
intentionally listed here more than once. than 30 seconds, 24 hours a day and 365 days a year. The
Brett A. Roberts, CEO company derives revenue from finance charges, which are
Steven M. Jones, Pres. comprised of servicing fees, fees earned from the company’s
Kenneth S. Booth, CFO third party ancillary product offerings and fees associated
Michael P. Miotto, CIO with the dealer loan including term extensions fees; license
Charles A. Pearce, Chief Legal Officer fees, which represent month fees charged to dealer-partners
Douglas W. Busk, Treas. for access to the firm’s Internet-based credit approval
Michael W. Knoblauch, Sr. VP-Loan Svcs. processing system; and other income, which primarily
Donald A. Foss, Chmn.
consists of remarketing charges, fees charged to dealer-
Phone: 248-353-2700 Fax: 248-827-8553 partners for enrolling in the company’s program, interest
Toll-Free: 800-634-1506 income on secured financing and fees for marketing
Address: 25505 W. Twelve Mile Rd., Southfield, MI 48034 US materials.
The company offers its employees medical, dental, life and
disability insurance; a 401(k) plan; flexible spending
accounts; tuition assistance; and an employee assistance
plan.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: CACC
2007 Sales: $239,927 2007 Profits: $54,916 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $219,332 2006 Profits: $58,640 Employees: 694
2005 Sales: $201,268 2005 Profits: $72,601 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $172,071 2004 Profits: $57,325 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $764,615 Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $482,692 Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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CUMMINS FILTRATION www.cumminsfiltration.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 71 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Part Manufacturing
Filtration Products Cummins Filtration, an operating subsidiary of Cummins,
Industrial Silencers & Mufflers Inc., is a manufacturer of filtration and exhaust systems for
Exhaust Systems heavy-duty diesel powered equipment. The firm also
Antifreeze & Coolant Additives supplies products with applications in medium and light duty
trucks; industrial equipment for construction, mining,
agriculture and marine; power generation; and small
engines. The company offers over 12,000 products, which
include air intake and filtration systems; exhaust systems
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: and accessories; fluid filtration; centrifugal filtration; coolant
Cummins Inc and chemical products; closed crankcase ventilation
Cummins Filtration
filtration; hydraulic filtration; industrial silencers; service
Universal Silencer
Fleetguard
parts; maintenance kits; and fluid analysis and coolant test
kits. Some of its brand names include Fleetguard and
Universal Silencer. Cummins Components’ products are
produced and sold in global markets, including North
America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia.
The firm operates 23 production plants; 15 distribution
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be centers; and three joint ventures. In 2008, Cummins
intentionally listed here more than once. Filtration launched a new product: Fleetguard ES Compleat
Pamela Carter, Pres. Glycerin, a heavy duty engine antifreeze/coolant, which
Mike Sarris, Dir.-Global Coolants & Chemicals uses non-toxic glycerin instead of traditional ethylene glycol
Cindy Leddy, Mgr.-Catalog or propylene glycol.
Michele Simon, Exec. Dir.-Global Filtration Tech. Cummins' employees enjoy child care centers, employee
Phone: Fax: 800-999-8664 assistance, health and wellness programs, housing
Toll-Free: 800-223-4583 assistance and tuition reimbursement. Some employees
Address: 2931 Elm Hill Pike, Nashville, TN 37214 US have the option of telecommuting.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $280,300 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 3,005
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: CUMMINS INC
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 3 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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CUMMINS INC www.cummins.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 11 Profits: 6
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Y Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Products, Motors & Parts Manufacturing
Engines Cummins, Inc. designs, manufactures, distributes and
Filtration Systems services diesel and natural gas engines; electric power
Power Generation Systems generation systems; and engine-related component
Alternators products, including filtration and emissions solutions, fuel
Air Handling Systems systems, controls and air handling systems. The engine
Filtration & Emissions Solutions segment, which generated 52% of 2007 sales, manufactures
Fuel Systems and markets diesel and natural gas-powered engines, parts,
and services under the Cummins brand name for the heavy-
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: and medium-duty truck, bus, recreational vehicle, light-duty
Cummins Power Generation automotive, agricultural, construction, mining, marine, oil and
Onan
gas, rail and governmental equipment markets. The power
generation segment generated 19% of 2007 revenue, and
designs and manufactures components of power generation
systems, including engines, controls, alternators, transfer
switches and switchgear. Products are marketed principally
under the Cummins Power Generation and Onan brands and
include diesel and alternative-fuel electrical generator sets
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be for commercial, institutional and consumer applications, such
intentionally listed here more than once. as office buildings, hospitals, factories, municipalities,
Theodore M. Solso, CEO utilities, universities, boats and homes. The components
Tom Linebarger, COO segment, which accounted for 19% of 2007 net sales,
Tom Linebarger, Pres. produces filters, silencers and intake and exhaust systems
Pat Ward, CFO/VP and commercial turbochargers. The distribution segment,
John C. Wall, CTO/VP producing 10% of revenue, consists of 17 company-owned
Mark Gerstle, Chief Admin. Officer/ VP-Corp. Quality and 15 joint ventures that distribute the company’s products
Marya M. Rose, General Counsel/VP/Sec. and services in over 70 countries and territories. Cummins
Richard J. Freeland
Tony Satterthwaite, VP/Pres., Components Group
serves customers through a network of more than 500
J. D. Kelly, VP/Pres., Engine Bus. company-owned and independent distributor locations and
Steven M. Chapman, VP-Emerging Markets & Bus. roughly 5,200 dealer locations in more than 190 countries
Theodore M. Solso, Chmn. and territories. In 2007, the firm’s North American heavy-
Phone: 812-377-5000 Fax: 812-377-3334 duty truck engine market declined 50% due to new
emissions regulations; over half of 2007 sales came from
Toll-Free:
countries outside the U.S. In January 2008, Cummins
Address: 500 Jackson St., Columbus, IN 47202 US entered into an agreement with Elmarco s.ro., a Czech
nanotechnology designer, to develop nanofiber filtration
technologies. In July 2008, the company concluded joint
ventures with CNH Global N.V. and Iveco N.V.; Cummins will
make Consolidated Diesel Company a subsidiary, and sell its
interest in European Engine Alliance.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $14,342,000 2008 Profits: $755,000 U.S. Stock Ticker: CMI
2007 Sales: $13,048,000 2007 Profits: $739,000 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $11,362,000 2006 Profits: $715,000 Employees: 39,800
2005 Sales: $9,918,000 2005 Profits: $550,000 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $8,438,000 2004 Profits: $350,000 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Y Top Exec. Salary: $1,110,000 Bonus: $6,274,000
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Y Second Exec. Salary: $812,500 Bonus: $2,840,750
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 3 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

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DAIHATSU MOTOR CO LTD www.daihatsu.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 21 Profits: 20
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Y Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Manufacturing
Industrial Engines Daihatsu Motor Co., Ltd., headquartered in Osaka, Japan,
Electric Vehicles manufactures small, economy-priced passenger cars.
Additionally, the company is engaged in the manufacture and
sale of automobile parts, generators, machine tools and the
repair and sale of industrial vehicles. Its models include the
Materia, the Trevis, the Terios, the Coper, the Sirion, and the
Cuore/Charade. The company specializes in compact
wagons and SUVs. With five factories in Japan, Daihatsu
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: produces approximately 909,000 vehicles annually, including
Daihatsu Motor Kyushu Co., Ltd. the 187,000 Toyota cars it assembles on a contract basis.
Cuore
Toyota, Japan's largest automotive company, owns 51% of
Sirion
Terios
Daihatsu. The firm exports its models to over 140 countries.
Copen Daihatsu also manufactures electric vehicles and industrial
Materia engines. Subsidiaries of Daihatsu include Daihatsu Diesel
Xenia Mfg. Co., Daihatsu Motor Kyushu Co., Aoi Machine Industry
Co., Akashikikai Industry Co., Asano Gear Co., Ogino
Corporation, Kanbishi Corporation, Daihatsu Car Net,
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Daihatsu Metal Co., Daihatsu Money Lending and Daihatsu
intentionally listed here more than once. Life Net. In November 2007, Daihatsu launched the Gran
Teruyuki Minoura, Pres. Max in Indonesia, a light weight commercial vehicle which
Katsuyuki Kamio, Exec. VP-Product Mktg. offers two models: a pick up truck or a minibus. The minibus
Hiroaki Iwabe, Dir.-Global Human Resources is the only vehicle in its class to feature sliding doors on both
Hiroshi Okano, Sr. Exec.-R&D sides. In December 2007, Daihatsu launched the re-
Kiyokazu Seo, Exec. VP-Eng. designed Tanto model. The Tanto was first introduced in
Kiyokazu Seo, Exec. VP-Mfg. 2003; the updated Tanto includes Tanto Custom, and offers
Katsuhiko Okumura, Exec. VP-Gen. Admin. enhanced safety, driving and environmental performance.
Katsuyuki Kamio, Exec. VP-Global Oper.
Katsuhiko Okumura, Exec. VP-Corp. Planning
Katsuhiro Ikoma, Sr. Exec. Officer-Quality Group
Yasunori Nakawaki, Sr. Exec. Officer-Power Train Dev. Center
Tadafumi Aisaka, Sr. Exec. Officer-K-Car Dev. Center
Kousuke Shiramizu, Chmn.
Katsuyuki Kamio, Exec. VP-Overseas Oper.
Katsuhiko Okumura, Exec. VP-Purchasing
Phone: 81-072-751-8811 Fax: 81-072-753-6880
Toll-Free:
Address: 1-1 Daihatsu-cho, Ikeda-city, 563-8651 Japan
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $16,993,738 2008 Profits: $348,742 U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $14,897,800 2007 Profits: $316,000 Int’l Ticker: 7262 Int’l Exchange: Tokyo-TSE
2006 Sales: $12,266,500 2006 Profits: $305,100 Employees: 13,198
2005 Sales: $10,703,800 2005 Profits: $235,400 Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $9,405,500 2004 Profits: $163,600 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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DAIMLER AG www.daimler.com
Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 5 Profits: 3
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Y Publishing:
Buses: Y Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Manufacturer
Financial Services Daimler AG, formerly DaimlerChrysler AG, develops,
Commercial Vehicles, Trucks & Buses manufactures, distributes and sells a wide range of
Aerospace, Marine & Military Equipment automotive products, mainly passenger cars, trucks, vans
Financial Services & Insurance and buses. It also provides financial and other services
relating to its automotive businesses. The company reports
four business segments: The Mercedes-Benz Cars; Daimler
Trucks; Daimler Financial Services; and Vans, Buses and
Other. The Mercedes segment designs, produces and sells
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Mercedes-Benz passenger cars, Maybach luxury sedans
Mercedes-Benz and smart cars. The truck business manufactures and sells
Chrysler Holding LLC
commercial vehicles under the brand names Mercedes-
European Aeronautic Defense and Space Co EADS)
Automotive Fuel Cell Cooperation
Benz, Freightliner, Sterling, Western Star Trucks, Thomas
Daimler Hero Motor Corporation Ltd. Built Buses and Mitsubishi Fuso. The Vans, Buses and
Daimler Luft- und Raumfahrt Holding AG Other segment operates four businesses: Mercedes-Benz
Daimler North America Corporation LLC Vans; Daimler Buses; Chrysler Holding LLC; and the EADS
Daimler Financial Services AG Group. Mercedes-Benz Vans and Daimler Buses offer
Daimler’s line of vans, city buses, coaches, intercity buses,
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be midi buses and bus chassis. Chrysler Holding LLC, 19.9%-
intentionally listed here more than once. owned by Daimler, controls the Chrysler automobile activities
Dieter Zetsche, CEO and the EADS Group, 22.5%-owned, is a global supplier of
Bodo Uebber, Dir.-Finance aerospace and defense technologies. The Daimler Financial
Gunther Fleig, Dir.-Human Resources & Labor Rel. Services business provides auto financing, banking,
Thomas Weber, Dir.-Group Research & MCG Dev. insurance and related services. Daimler offers products and
Rudiger Grube, Dir.-Corp. Dev. financial services primarily in Western Europe and in the
Jorg Howe, Head-Global Comm. NAFTA region. Approximately 50% of the 2007 revenue
Michael Muhlbayer, Sr. VP-Investor Rel./Treas. derived from sales in Western Europe and 20% from sales in
Bodo Uebber, Dir.-Controlling & Financial Svcs.
Dieter Zetsche, Dir.-Mercedes Car Group
the U.S. Almost half of the company’s Western European
Andreas Renschler, Dir.-Truck Group & Buses sales came from Germany. Daimler also owns a 50.1%
Dr. Manfred Bischoff, Chmn. stake in Automotive Fuel Cell Cooperation. In August 2007,
Ulrich Walker, CEO/Chmn., Daimler North East Asia Div. the company sold an 80.1% interest in Chrysler Holdings to
Bodo Uebber, Dir.-Corporate Procurement Svcs. Cerberus Capital Management L.P. In September 2007,
Phone: 011-49-711-17-0 Fax: 011-49-711-17-94116 Daimler Financial Services established a bank in Russia. In
Toll-Free: April 2008, Daimler signed an agreement to acquire an
approximately 22.3% interest in Tognum AG from private
Address: Epplestrasse 225, Stuttgart, 70546 Germany
equity firm EQT and, along with The Indian Hero Group,
established an Indian joint venture, the Daimler Hero Motor
Corporation Ltd.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $129,244,000 2008 Profits: $1,906,190 U.S. Stock Ticker: DCX
2007 Sales: $133,998,000 2007 Profits: $5,372,100 Int’l Ticker: DCX Int’l Exchange: Frankfurt-Euronext
2006 Sales: $198,638,000 2006 Profits: $4,228,560 Employees: 273,216
2005 Sales: $177,260,000 2005 Profits: $3,368,000 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $192,433,000 2004 Profits: $3,340,000 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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DAIMLER FINANCIAL SERVICES AG www.daimler-financialservices.com


Industry Group Code: 522220 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems: Y
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Y Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Vehicle Leasing & Financing
Fleet Management Services Daimler Financial Services AG (formerly DaimlerChrysler
Insurance Services Services AG), a subsidiary of Daimler AG, is an automotive
Consulting Services financial services company. It has more than 100 locations
Toll Collecting Systems in 40 countries worldwide. Through Daimler Services
Traffic Routing Systems Structured Finance GmbH, the company provides financial
plans customized to suit the requirements of individual
customers of all vehicle brands within the Daimler group,
including Mercedes-Benz and Maybach. Daimler Services
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Fleet Management GmbH offers cross-brand fleet
Daimler AG management for fleets of 50 or more vehicles, with
Daimler Services Structured Finance GmbH
consulting, leasing and managing/controlling as service
Daimler Services Fleet Management GmbH
Daimler Services Insurance Solutions, Ltd.
components. The company’s leasing and financing business
Daimler Services Mobility Management GmbH covers commercial vehicles, including trucks and vans, as
Daimler Bank well as personal automobiles. Daimler Services Insurance
Solutions, Ltd. has its own business unit that provides
dedicated insurance, risk management, employee benefits
and consulting services to a range of business sectors in 12
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be countries. Another subsidiary, Daimler Services Mobility
intentionally listed here more than once. Management GmbH, is divided into two business segments,
David H. Olsen, CFO toll systems and business telematics. This subsidiary
Margarete Haase, Dir.-Human Resources supports companies and administrations with tailor-made
Jurgen Mohilo, VP-IT system solutions in the fields of toll collection and traffic-
Jurgen H. Walker, Chmn. routing systems. Through the founding of the Daimler Bank,
Phone: 49-30-2554-1106 Fax: 49-30-2554-1113 the automobile leasing and financing business will be
Toll-Free: expanded along with the automotive chain through a variety
Address: Eichhornstrasse 3, Berlin, 10875 Germany of attractive investment programs. Daimler Financial
Services received approval to provide vehicle financing to
the Chinese market. In December 2007, Daimler Financial
introduced insurance services to their Korean Mercedes-
Benz customers. Beginning in January 2008, the firm’s
DaimlerChrysler Bank Rus, which changed its name to
Mercedes-Benz Bank Rus, and which loans to private and
commercial customers for new and used vehicles, began
offering dealer financing, financing for Mercedes-Benz
customers and an expanded product offering for private
customers.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: DAIMLER AG
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA LLC www.daimler-


trucksnorthamerica.com
Industry Group Code: 336120 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Y Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Y Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Truck Manufacturing
Custom-Built Chassis Daimler Trucks North America LLC (formerly Freightliner
Van & Bus Manufacturing LLC), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Daimler AG, is one of the
Automobile Parts Manufacturing largest manufacturers of medium- and heavy-duty trucks and
Specialty Vehicle Manufacturing specialized commercial vehicles in North America. The
Military Vehicle Manufacturing company sells and services several brands, including
Used Truck Dealerships Freightliner, its line of medium- and heavy-duty trucks;
Truck Stops Sterling, trucks used for vocational applications and local and
regional distribution; Western Star, heavy-duty over-the-road
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: and vocational trucks; Freightliner Custom Chassis, for motor
Chrysler LLC homes, school and shuttle buses; and Thomas Built Buses,
Sterling Trucks
the company’s line of school buses. Daimler Trucks
Western Star Trucks
Freightliner Custom Chassis
operates a network of over 800 dealers and service centers
Thomas Built Buses in North America, including over 40 used truck sales centers
SelecTrucks (SelecTrucks). The company is also one of the largest
Detroit Diesel Corporation exporters of heavy-duty trucks from North America,
TravelCenters of America marketing vehicles in over 35 countries. Daimler Trucks
offers a selection of high quality proprietary components,
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be including Mercedes-Benz engines and Alliance parts. The
intentionally listed here more than once. firm is affiliated with Detroit Diesel Corporation, a leading
Chris Patterson, CEO manufacturer of diesel engines for the commercial truck
Roger M. Nielsen, COO market, and with Axle Alliance Company. The firm is also a
Chris Patterson, Pres. partial owner of TravelCenters of America, the largest
Juergen Kritschgau, CFO network of full-service truck stops in the U.S. The company
Michael Delaney, Sr. VP-Mktg. is making efforts to bring diesel hybrid electric engines to
Elmar Boeckenhoff, Sr. VP-Tech. market as an alternative for applications such as delivery
Elmar Boeckenhoff, Sr. VP-Eng.
vans and utility vehicles. Recently, the company began
Juergen Kritschgau, VP-Finance/Controller
Jack Conlan, Sr. VP-Customer Support cutting its workforce. Layoffs included 800 from the closure
Mark Lampert, Sr. VP-Sales of its Portland, OR manufacturing plant; 478 at its Mount
Holly, NC truck-making plant; 260 at its Gastonia, NC parts
Phone: 503-745-8000 Fax: 503-745-8921 plant; and 1,180 at its Cleveland truck plant in Rowan
Toll-Free: County, NC. By the time this contraction is complete, the
Address: 4747 N. Channel Ave., Portland, OR 97217 US company expects to have cut its workforce by roughly 4,000.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 20,000
2005 Sales: $13,000,000 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: DAIMLER AG
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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DANA HOLDINGS CORPORATION www.dana.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 15 Profits: 62
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Products, Motors & Parts Manufacturing
Engine Systems Dana Holdings Corporation (formerly Dana Corp.) supplies
Fluid Systems axle, driveshaft, structural, sealing and thermal management
Heavy Vehicle Technologies products for global vehicle manufacturers. With 113 facilities
Brake Components in 26 countries, Dana serves three primary markets: Light
Chassis & Drive Train Components vehicles, commercial vehicles and off-highway vehicles.
Filtration Products Dana’s Automotive Systems Group (ASG) business unit sells
Financial Services products mostly into the light vehicle market, while its Heavy
Vehicle Technologies and Systems Group (HVTSG) sells
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: products to the commercial vehicle and off-highway markets.
Spicer The ASG business unit has five operating segments: The
Victor Reinz
axle segment, responsible for front and rear axles,
Parish
Long
differentials, torque couplings and modular assemblies; the
Dongfeng Dana Axle driveshaft segment, responsible for driveshafts; the sealing
Dongfeng Motor Co. Ltd. segment, responsible for gaskets, cover modules, heat
shields, and engine sealing systems; the thermal segment,
responsible for cooling and heat transfer products; and the
structures segment, responsible for frames, cradles and side
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be rails. The HVTSG business unit has two operating
intentionally listed here more than once. segments. The commercial vehicle segment is responsible
Gary L. Convis, CEO for axles, driveshafts, steering shafts, brakes, suspensions
James A. Yost, CFO/Exec. VP and tire management systems and the off-highway segment
Robert H. Marcin, Chief Admin. Officer is responsible for axles, transaxles, driveshafts, end-fittings,
Marc S. Levin, General Counsel/VP/Sec. transmissions, torque converters, electronic controls and
Robert A. Fesenmyer, Pres., Global Bus. Dev. brakes. The company's trademarks include Spicer, Victor
Gilberto Ceratti, Pres., Structural Prod. Group, Driveshaft Prod. Reinz, Parish and Long. In March 2007, Dana sold its
Nick L. Stanage, Pres., Heavy Vehicle Prod. engine hard parts business to MAHLE GmbH for
Thomas R. Stone, Pres., Light Axel Prod. Group, Automotive Systems
John M. Devine, Chmn.
approximately $97 million, and in July 2007 Dana sold its
Paul E. Miller, VP-Purchasing non-core fluid products hose and tubing business to Orphan
Holding, A.S., for approximately $66.9 million. Also in July
Phone: 419-535-4500 Fax: 419-535-4756 2007, Dana and Dongfeng Motor Co. Ltd. announced the
Toll-Free: 800-537-8823 completion of a joint venture, Dongfeng Dana Axle,
Address: 4500 Dorr St., Toledo, OH 43615 US headquartered in China. In January 2008, Dana successfully
emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $8,095,000 2008 Profits: $18,000 U.S. Stock Ticker: DAN
2007 Sales: $8,721,000 2007 Profits: $-551,000 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $8,504,000 2006 Profits: $-739,000 Employees: 45,000
2005 Sales: $8,611,000 2005 Profits: $-1,605,000 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $7,775,000 2004 Profits: $62,000 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $1,035,000 Bonus: $5,500,000
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $445,446 Bonus: $1,333,127
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y

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DARCARS AUTOMOTIVE GROUP www.darcars.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 13 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing: Y
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Y Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks: Y
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Automotive Service & Parts Darcars Automotive Group, founded in 1977, is a dealership
Car Rental holding company for approximately 25 car dealerships in the
Washington, D.C., Maryland, Virginia and Florida areas.
Each dealership is dedicated to one primary manufacturer,
selling new Ford, Chrysler, Jeep, Scion, Toyota, Lexus, Kia,
Dodge, Volvo, Lincoln, Nissan, Mercury, Chevrolet and
Volkswagen. However, the dealerships’ used cars may
include Mitsubishi, Infiniti, Acura, BMW, Cadillac, GMC,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Mercedes-Benz and Saturn models, among other brands.
The firm offers a range of additional automotive services
through its eight collision centers, including body repair, parts
and service departments; as well as car rentals run through
its Rockville, Maryland, Toyota and Volvo dealerships.
Customers can use the company's web site to locate each
individual dealership’s web site, which then allows customers
to search for used and new cars; research financing options;
and order parts online. Darcars is privately-owned and
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be operated by the founding family.
intentionally listed here more than once.
John R. Darvish, Sr., CEO
Michael Hancheruk, CFO
John R. Darvish, Sr., Chmn.
Phone: 301-622-0300 Fax: 301-622-4915
Toll-Free: 800-327-2277
Address: 12210 Cherry Hill Rd., Silver Spring, MD 20904 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $282,200 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 850
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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DAVID MCDAVID AUTO GROUP www.mcdavid.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Y Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Body Parts & Accessories David McDavid Auto Group, a part of the Asbury Automotive
Wheels & Tires Group, is one of the largest car dealerships in Texas. The
company sells new and used Honda, Acura, Pontiac, Buick,
GMC, Lincoln, Mercury and Nissan model cars, trucks, SUVs
and minivans through its nine domestic and import
franchises in four cities throughout Texas. David McDavid
has seven dealerships in the Irving, Frisco, Plano, Austin and
Houston areas. McDavid Performance Center offers body
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: parts and other products such as performance apparel;
Asbury Automotive Group engine, exhaust, suspension and electrical products; wheels
McDavid Performance Center
and tires; and interior accessories and graphics. The
David McDavid Pontiac of Irving
David McDavid Acura
company’s website also offers customers online financial
David McDavid Lincoln Mercury help through its Second Chance Finance application. The
David McDavid Nissan of Houston company’s founder, David McDavid, started his first car
David McDavid Buick of Irving dealership in 1962 at the age of 19. In 1998, he sold 70% of
David McDavid GMC of Irving the company to the Asbury Group.
David McDavid offers its employees a 401(k), which it
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be matches; a complete benefits package; advancement
intentionally listed here more than once. opportunities; paid vacations; and family vehicle purchase
Thomas G. McCollum, CEO plans.
Thomas G. McCollum, Pres.
Jay Torda, CFO
Kelly Atkinson, Dir.-Human Resources
Phone: 972-790-6100 Fax: 972-986-5689
Toll-Free:
Address: 3600 W. Airport Fwy., Irving, TX 75062 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 1,100
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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DAVID WILSON'S AUTOMOTIVE GROUPwww.davidwilsonautogroup.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Auto Service David Wilson’s Automotive Group is a new and used
Auto Finance automobile dealer with 13 branches in California, two in
Scottsdale, Arizona and one in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
California branches include Toyota of Orange, Ford of
Orange, Toyota of Riverside, Toyota of Huntington Beach,
South Bay Toyota, South Coast Toyota, Tustin Lexus, Desert
Lexus, Weir Canyon Honda and Weir Canyon Acura. The
two branches in Arizona are Right Toyota and Right Honda.
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: The Mexican branch is Toyota Puerto Vallarta. Brands of
Weir Canyon Honda new vehicles handled by the group include Toyota, Honda,
Weir Canyon Acura
Mazda, Acura, Ford and Lexus. In addition to new and used
Tustin Lexus
Desert Lexus
vehicles sales, the members of David Wilson’s Automotive
David Wilson's Toyota of Orange Group also operate parts and services departments. Each
David Wilson's Right Honda branch operates its own website, with many listing the
David Wilson's Ford of Orange location’s inventory online or offering a search engine to
David Wilson's South Bay Toyota assist customers in finding the vehicle they are looking for.
Customers can also apply for financing through the branch
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be websites, as well as check for dealership specials. Ten of
intentionally listed here more than once. the websites are offered in both Spanish and English, five
David Wilson, CEO are offered only in English and the Toyota Puerto Vallarta
Ren Rooney, Pres. site is only in Spanish. In May 2008, David Wilson’s
Glenn Quintos, Controller Automotive Group renewed its partnership with Carfax,
David Wilson, Chmn. supplying vehicle history information to all its dealers.
Phone: 714-639-6750 Fax: 714-771-0363
Toll-Free:
Address: 1400 N. Tustin, Orange, CA 92867 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $1,700,000 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $1,700,000 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 500
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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DEERE & CO www.deere.com


Industry Group Code: 333000 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 2 Profits: 2
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Construction & Agricultural Equipment
Commercial & Consumer Equipment Deere & Co., better known by its John Deere brand name,
Forestry Equipment conduct business in four divisions: Agricultural equipment;
Financing commercial and consumer equipment; construction and
Health Care Plans-HMO forestry; and credit. The agricultural equipment segment
manufactures and distributes farm equipment and service
parts including tractors; combines and harvesters; tillage,
seeding and soil preparation machinery; sprayers; hay and
forage equipment; material handling equipment; integrated
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: agricultural management systems technology; and precision
John Deere agricultural irrigation equipment. The commercial and
John Deere Health Plan, Inc.
consumer equipment segment manufactures and distributes
John Deere Construction & Forestry Company
John Deere Credit Company
equipment and service parts, including small tractors for
John Deere Agricultural Holdings, Inc. lawn, garden, commercial and utility purposes; riding and
John Deere Construction Holdings, Inc. walk-behind mowers; golf course equipment; utility vehicles;
John Deere Lawn & Grounds Care Holdings, Inc. landscape and irrigation equipment; and other outdoor power
John Deere Commercial Worksite Products, Inc. products. The construction and forestry segment
manufactures and distributes machines and service parts
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be used in construction, earthmoving, material handling and
intentionally listed here more than once. timber harvesting, including backhoe loaders; crawler dozers
Robert W. Lane, CEO and loaders; four-wheel-drive loaders; excavators; motor
Michael J. Mack, Jr., CFO/Sr. VP graders; articulated dump trucks; landscape loaders; skid-
Metroe B. Hornbuckle, VP-Human Resources steer loaders; and log skidders, loaders, forwarders and
James R. Jabanoski, VP-IT harvesters. The credit segment finances sales and leases
Klaus G. Hoehn, VP-Advanced Tech. by John Deere dealers of agricultural, commercial and
Klaus G. Hoehn, VP-Eng. consumer, and construction and forestry equipment. In
James R. Jenkins, General Counsel/Sr. VP addition, it provides wholesale financing to dealers of the
Ganesh Jayaram, VP-Corp. Bus. Dev.
H.J. Markley, VP-Corp. Comm.
foregoing equipment, provides operating loans and finances
Marie Z. Ziegler, VP-Investor Rel. retail revolving charge accounts. In 2007, Deere & Co.
James A. Davlin, VP/Treas. acquired Ningbo Benye Tractor & Automobile Manufacture
Kenneth C. Huhn, VP-Industrial Rel. Co. Ltd. of China. Deere entered into a joint-venture
Thomas K. Jarrett, VP-Taxes agreement with Xuzhou Bohui Science and Technology
Dennis R. Schwartz, VP-Pension Fund & Investments Development CO. Ltd., to expand its construction equipment
Linda E. Newborn, VP/Chief Compliance Officer presence in China. In April 2008, the company announced
Robert W. Lane, Chmn. plans for a new facility in Russia. In May 2008, the firm
Markwart von Pentz, Pres., Agriculture-Europe, Africa & South America acquired T-Systems International, Inc., a Californian drip
H.J. Markley, Exec. VP-Global Supply Mgmt. & Logistics
irrigation company, followed by the acquisition of the Israel-
Phone: 309-765-8000 Fax: 309-765-5671 based Plastro Irrigation Systems, Ltd. in June 2008.
Toll-Free: Deere & Co. offers its employees tuition reimbursement,
Address: 1 John Deere Pl., Moline, IL 61265-8098 US fitness centers, flexible work arrangements, parent
resources, day care services, company discounts and
membership in a credit union.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $28,438,000 2008 Profits: $2,053,000 U.S. Stock Ticker: DE
2007 Sales: $24,082,200 2007 Profits: $1,821,700 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $22,147,800 2006 Profits: $1,693,800 Employees: 56,700
2005 Sales: $21,190,800 2005 Profits: $1,446,800 Fiscal Year Ends: 10/31
2004 Sales: $19,204,200 2004 Profits: $1,406,100 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $1,306,280 Bonus: $6,393,070
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Y Second Exec. Salary: $551,465 Bonus: $1,898,567
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 7 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

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DEI HOLDINGS INC www.directed.com


Industry Group Code: 334290 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits: 2
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Electronic Equipment-Stolen Vehicle Recovery
Remote Start Systems DEI Holdings, Inc. (DEI) is one of the largest aftermarket
Car Audio Equipment vehicle security and remote start companies in the world.
Amplifiers The firm is also active in the GPS tracking system, satellite
Speakers radio and car, home and mobile audio and video equipment
Signal Processors markets. DEI was the first company to develop a fully
Mobile Video Systems customized, integrated circuit-controlled security system; a
GPS Tracking Systems personal computer programmable system; and a keychain
transmitter with a super-high-frequency quarter-mile range.
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: The firm’s security systems include Viper, Clifford, Python,
Viper Sidwinder, Avital, Rattler, Hornet, Wasp and Valet. Security
Clifford
system accessories include transmitters, sirens and voice
Orion
a/d/s/
modules, LEDs and sensors. The company’s audio offerings
Directed Video include amplifiers, subwoofers, speakers, signal processors,
Automate wires and accessories, and are marketed under the Orion,
Polk Audio Precision Power, Directed Audio, a/d/s/ and Xtreme brand
Trilogix Electronics Systems, Inc. names. DEI has exclusive distribution rights for certain
SIRIUS-brand satellite radio receivers and products. Video
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be equipment is sold as Directed Video and Automate. DEI has
intentionally listed here more than once. sales contracts with retail outlets Best Buy, Circuit City,
Jim Minarik, CEO Magnolia Audio Video and Audio Express. International
Jim Minarik, Pres. sales, spread across 73 countries, account for over 14% of
Kevin Duffy, CFO/Exec. VP the firm’s revenue. In May 2007, DEI acquired Trilogix
Glenn R. Busse, Sr. VP-Sales & Customer Care Electronic Systems, Inc., a company that specializes in
Alan P.Heim, VP-Human Resources remote start systems. In April 2008, DE extended its
Michael N. Smith, VP-MIS distribution rights agreement with SIRIUS through January
Mark Rutledge, Sr. VP-Prod. Dev. 2009. In June 2008, the company changed its name from
Mark Rutledge, Sr. VP-Eng.
K. C. Bean, General Counsel/Sec/VP
Directed Electronics, Inc. to DEI Holdings, Inc., in an effort to
Michael N. Smith, VP-Oper. align the company’s corporate structure with its daily
Richard J. Hirshberg, Sr. VP-Finance & Treas. operations.
Sanford M. Gross, Chief Strategist-Home Audio
Troy D. Templeton, Chmn.
Phone: 760-598-6200 Fax: 760-598-6400
Toll-Free: 800-876-0800
Address: 1 Viper Way, Vista, CA 92081 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: DEIX
2007 Sales: $401,140 2007 Profits: $-139,968 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $437,778 2006 Profits: $21,009 Employees: 581
2005 Sales: $304,558 2005 Profits: $-5,137 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $189,869 2004 Profits: $13,962 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $550,000 Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $243,077 Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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DELPHI CORP www.delphi.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 6 Profits: 63
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturing
Industrial Components Delphi Corp. is a supplier of vehicle electronics,
Dynamics & Propulsion transportation components, integrated systems and other
Safety Systems electronic technology. Delphi technologies are now found in
Electronics & Mobile Communications more than 75 million vehicles, as well as communications,
Ride & Handling Systems computer, energy and medical systems and consumer
Medical Technologies electronics. The company has six operating divisions:
Fuel Cell & Hybrid Technologies electronics and safety, which includes audio, entertainment
and communications, safety systems, body controls and
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: security systems, and power electronics, as well as
Delphi Calsonic Hungary Ltd., advanced development of software and silicon; thermal
systems, which includes heating, ventilating and air
conditioning systems, components for multiple transportation
markets and powertrain cooling and related technologies;
powertrain systems, which includes systems integration in
gasoline, diesel and fuel handling and full end-to-end
systems including fuel injection, combustion, electronics
controls, exhaust handling, and test and validation
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be capabilities; electrical/electronic architecture, which includes
intentionally listed here more than once. complete electrical architecture and components products;
Rodney O'Neal, CEO automotive holdings group, which includes non-core product
Rodney O'Neal, Pres. lines and plant sites that are slated for sale or spinoff; and
John D. Sheehan, CFO/VP corporate and other, which includes the product and service
Karen L. Healy, VP-Mktg. solutions business comprised of independent aftermarket,
Kevin M. Butler, VP-Human Resources Mgmt. diesel aftermarket, original equipment service, consumer
Bette M. Walker, CIO/VP electronics and medical systems, in addition to the expenses
David M. Sherbin, General Counsel/VP/Chief Compliance Officer of corporate administration, other expenses and income of a
John D. Sheehan, Chief Restructuring Officer/VP
Karen L. Healy, VP-Corp. Affairs & Oper. Support Group
non-operating or strategic nature, and the elimination of
Thomas S. Timko, Chief Acct. Officer/Controller inter-segment transactions. Delphi filed for Chapter 11
Mark R. Weber, Exec. VP-Global Bus. Svcs. bankruptcy in October 2005. Meanwhile, former parent firm
John P. Arle, Treas./VP GM is on the hook for a massive amount of Delphi’s pension
Marjorie Harris Loeb, Corp. Sec. obligations. In March 2008, the company dissolved two joint
Robert S. Miller, Chmn. ventures: it bought out Calsonic Kansei Europe PLC. to take
Ronald M. Pirtle, Pres., Delphi EMEA control of Delphi Calsonic Hungary Ltd., and sold its shares
Sidney Johnson, VP-Global Supply Mgmt. of Calsonic Harrison Co., Ltd. to Calsonic Kansei. In
Phone: 248-813-2000 Fax: 248-813-2673 September 2008, Delphi and GM began restructuring
Toll-Free: agreements to bring Delphi out of Chapter 11.
Address: 5725 Delphi Dr., Troy, MI 48098 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $18,060,000 2008 Profits: $3,037,000 U.S. Stock Ticker: DPHIQ
2007 Sales: $22,283,000 2007 Profits: $-3,065,000 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $22,737,000 2006 Profits: $-5,464,000 Employees: 146,600
2005 Sales: $26,947,000 2005 Profits: $-2,357,000 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $28,622,000 2004 Profits: $-4,818,000 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $1,200,000 Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $630,000 Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 3 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

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DENSO CORPORATION www.globaldenso.com/en/


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 3 Profits: 2
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturer
Engine Components Denso Corporation is a global automotive parts
Automotive Electrical Systems manufacturer. The firm operates in 32 countries and regions
Automotive Electronic Systems across North and South America, Europe, Asia and Oceania.
Thermal Systems Denso’s products fall under two categories: its primary
Small Motors automotive components business and a smaller industrial
Semiconductors systems division. The automotive division is subdivided into
Industrial Robots five business groups: Powertrain control systems, which
develops and manufactures components and engine
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: management systems for both gasoline and diesel engines;
Denso Wave, Inc. electric systems, which develops and manufactures starters
DIAS
and alternators as well as a line of components for hybrid
Denso (China) Investment Co. Ltd.
Denso East Japan Corporation
vehicles; electronic systems, which develops and
manufactures electronic control units for automotive control
systems; thermal systems, which is responsible for radiators
and air conditioners; and information and safety systems,
which offers safety systems and body electronics designed
to provide driver assistance. Denso’s industrial systems
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be output, operated by subsidiary Denso Wave, Inc., consists of
intentionally listed here more than once. automatic identification readers, industrial robots, logic
Nobuaki Katoh, CEO controllers and more. In February 2008, the firm agreed to
Nobuaki Katoh, Pres. end its capital alliance with Doowon Climate Control Co., Ltd.
Shigehiro Nishimura, Managing Officer In March 2008, the company announced the creation of a
Hiromi Tokuda, Exec. VP new car A/C system manufacturing company, Denso East
Shinji Shirasaki, Managing Officer Japan Corporation. In April 2008, the company consolidated
Shinro Iwatsuki, Exec. VP two Singapore based subsidiaries, Denso International Asia
Akihiko Saito, Chmn. Pte. Ltd., and DensoInternational Singapore Pte. Ltd., to
Haruya Maruyama, CEO/Pres., Denso Int'l America, Inc.
form DIAS; the firm also opened its fourth Tennessee
Phone: 81-566-25-5850 Fax: 81-566-25-4537 factory. In January 2009, the company released a remote
Toll-Free: touch controller for navigation, A/C and audio systems in the
Address: 1-1 Showa-cho, Kariya, 448-8661 Japan Lexus RX. In February 2009, Denso made two
announcements: in April 2009, Denso (China) Investment
Co. Ltd., will acquire Denso Create Shanghai Inc., forming
Denso Software Shanghai Co., Ltd.; and in July 2009, Denso
Airs Corporation will be merged with GAC Corporation’s A/C
hose business to form Denso Air Systems Corporation.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $40,109,100 2008 Profits: $2,435,570 U.S. Stock Ticker: DNZOY
2007 Sales: $30,590,678 2007 Profits: $1,738,729 Int’l Ticker: 6902 Int’l Exchange: Tokyo-TSE
2006 Sales: $27,250,684 2006 Profits: $1,449,983 Employees: 118,853
2005 Sales: $26,033,900 2005 Profits: $1,233,100 Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $24,255,800 2004 Profits: $1,041,500 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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DEUTZ AG www.deutz.com
Industry Group Code: 333000 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 4 Profits: 4
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Diesel Engines
Maintenance Services DEUTZ AG manufactures diesel engines for construction,
underground mining, compressors, ground support,
automotive, agriculture, materials handling, ships, power
generation, welding and pumps. The company operates in
two business segments: Compact Engines and DEUTZ
Customized Solutions. The Compact Engines segment
comprises the new engine business and the servicing of air-
cooled, water-cooled and oil-cooled diesel engines with an
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: output from 10 to 500 kilowatts. The division develops,
Compact Engines manufactures and sells engines for mobile machinery;
DEUTZ (Dalian) Engine Co., Ltd.
automotive and marine applications; and stationary
DEUTZ Customised Solutions
DEUTZ Oil Diagnose
equipment and agricultural machinery. DEUTZ Customized
Xchange Solutions, demerged from the compact engines segment in
DEUTZ Natural Fuel Engines 2007, is responsible for air-cooled and liquid-cooled engines
FAW Jiefang Automotive Co., Ltd. with more than an eight-liter capacity, as well as the
DEUTZ Power Solutions company’s Xchange business, comprised of reconditioned
exchange engines and parts. The company also sells
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be engine oils and cooling system protection, and has
intentionally listed here more than once. developed the DEUTZ Oil Diagnose (DOD) diagnostic
Helmut Leube, CEO system to identify and prevent causes of engine damage.
Helmut Meyer, Dir.-Human Resources The firm has more 800 independent DEUTZ sales and
Gino Biondi, R&D/Production services partners in more than 130 countries. DEUTZ has
Sandra Seigele, Head-Investor Rel. structured most of its compact engines to operate with rape
Helmut Meyer, Dir.-Finance oil methyl ester (RME), a pure vegetable oil, by starting on
Helmut Leube, Prod. Lines biofuel, converting to using RME during operation, and using
Helmut Leube, Chmn. biofuel when being shut down. Additionally, DEUTZ Natural
Karl Heubser, Bus. Dev., China
Gino Biondi, Procurements & Logistics
Fuel Engines have been approved to run on 100% RME.
The company also maintains a joint venture in China with
Phone: 49-221-822-0 Fax: 49-221-822-5850 FAW Jiefang Automotive Co., Ltd., under the name DEUTZ
Toll-Free: (Dalian) Engine Co., Ltd. DEUTZ Dalian markets and
Address: Ottostrasse 1, Koln-Porz, 51149 Germany manufactures diesel engines primarily for the company’s
Asian market. In July 2007, the company agreed to sell
DEUTZ Power Solutions, its gas-engines and diesel-engines
business for decentralized power generation, to 3i for roughly
$485 million. In July 2008, the company began construction
of a new Xchange plant in Bergen, Germany.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $2,271,100 2007 Profits: $273,100 Int’l Ticker: DEZ Int’l Exchange: Frankfurt-Euronext
2006 Sales: $1,763,600 2006 Profits: $91,600 Employees: 4,617
2005 Sales: $1,694,600 2005 Profits: $91,460 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $1,694,200 2004 Profits: $25,400 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $164,311 Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $127,650 Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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DISCOUNT TIRE CO www.discounttire.com


Industry Group Code: 441300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Y Specialty Service: Y Auto Loans: Online Marketing: Y
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Y Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Tire Stores
Mail-Order & Online Tire Sales Discount Tire Co., based in Arizona, is one of the largest
Roadside Assistance independent tire dealers in the United States. The firm
operates stores in 20 states across the nation, with
concentrations in the Midwest and Southwest. These stores
operate under the Discount Tire name, as well as under the
America's Tire Co. name in certain areas. Discount Tire
carries leading tire brands such as Michelin, Goodyear and
Bridgestone, as well as private-label tires and wheels. The
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: company also repairs tires, regardless of where the tires
America's Tire Co. were purchased, offers tire rotations and balancing to its
Discount Tire Direct
customers and provides free air pressure checking.
DiscountTireDirect.com
CarCareONE
Discount Tires provides siping service, a procedure wherein
slits, or sipes, are cut at 90-degree angles across tread to
provide better tire performance. The firm sells and delivers
tires through its mail-order/online division, Discount Tire
Direct and through its web site. Discount Tire Direct has its
own ordering web site, discounttiredirect.com, which
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be provides fast, free shipping to a customer’s door. This web
intentionally listed here more than once. site also provides extensive information for its customers on
Tom Englert, CEO all aspects of wheel and tire care. The firm offers a Discount
Bruce T. Halle, Chmn. Tire Co./America’s Tire Co. CarCareONE card, a credit card
Phone: 480-606-6000 Fax: 480-951-8619 that also provides emergency roadside assistance.
Toll-Free: Discount Tires offers its employees benefits including flexible
Address: 20225 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85254 US spending accounts, an employee assistance program,
medical, vision and dental insurance, a 401(k) and profit
sharing plans. Part time employees are eligible for medical
insurance and a 401(k). Additionally, the firm offers
employee training programs.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $2,310,000 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $2,060,000 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 11,630
2005 Sales: $1,856,000 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Y Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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DOLLAR THRIFTY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC www.dtag.com


Industry Group Code: 532111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 5 Profits: 4
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks: Y
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Rental
Used Car Sales Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. (the group) is involved
Financial Services in many aspects of renting and selling vehicles. The firm
owns DTG Operations, Inc.; Dollar Rent A Car, Inc. (Dollar);
and Thrifty, Inc. (Thrifty). Thrifty owns Thrifty Car Sales, Inc.,
which operates a franchised retail used car sales network,
and Thrifty Rent-A-Car System, Inc., which owns Dollar
Thrifty Automotive Group Canada, Inc. DTG Operations
operates company-owned stores under the Dollar and Thrifty
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: brands; provides vehicle leasing to franchisees; and
Dollar Rent A Car, Inc. operates reservation centers for both brands. Thrifty Rent-A-
Thrifty, Inc.
Car System, Inc. and Dollar Rent A Car, Inc. conduct
Thrifty Car Sales, Inc.
Thrifty Canada, Ltd.
franchising, sales and marketing activities for their respective
Rental Car Finance Corp. brands. The group has two additional subsidiaries, Rental
Dollar Thrifty Funding Corp. Car Finance Corp. and Dollar Thrifty Funding Corp., which
Thrifty Rent-A-Car System, Inc. are special purpose financing companies. Dollar, Thrifty and
DTG Operations, Inc. their respective independent franchisees operate the Dollar
and Thrifty vehicle rental systems. The Dollar and Thrifty
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be brands are primarily utilized by leisure customers, including
intentionally listed here more than once. foreign tourists, and to small businesses, government
Gary L. Paxton, CEO business and independent business travelers. The Dollar
Gary L. Paxton, Pres. brand’s main focus is serving the airport and retail market,
Scott L. Thompson, CFO/Sr. Exec. VP with most locations either at or near an airport. The brand
Scott Anderson, Chief Mktg. Officer/Sr. Exec. VP has 111 in-terminal locations in the U.S., and 359 total
Rick Morris, CIO/Exec. VP locations in the U.S. and Canada. The Thrifty brand serves
Richard Halbrook, Exec. VP-Admin. both the airport, with 80% of revenue derived, and local
Vicki Vaniman, General Counsel/Sec./Exec. VP markets, with 20% of revenue. The brand has 472 total retail
John J. Foley, Chief Oper. Officer/Sr. Exec. VP
Thomas P. Capo, Chmn.
locations in the U.S. and Canada, with 115 of those being in-
terminal U.S. locations. The company is highly focused on
Phone: 918-660-7700 Fax: 918-669-3912 expanding its holdings through acquiring other rent-a-car
Toll-Free: franchises. In 2007, Chrysler vehicles represented
Address: 5330 E. 31st St., Tulsa, OK 74135 US approximately 88% of the total U.S. fleet purchases by DTG
Operations. In August 2007, the group commenced a
reorganization that will eliminate approximately 25% of
management positions at the company headquarters.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: DTG
2007 Sales: $1,760,791 2007 Profits: $1,215 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $1,660,677 2006 Profits: $51,692 Employees: 8,500
2005 Sales: $1,507,554 2005 Profits: $76,355 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $1,403,847 2004 Profits: $66,473 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Y Top Exec. Salary: $695,017 Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $379,461 Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

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DONGFENG MOTOR CORPORATION www.dfmc.com.cn


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Y Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Manufacturing
Truck & Bus Manufacturing Dongfeng Motor Corporation (DFM) is one of China’s leading
Auto Parts & Components Manufacturing automakers and also one of the most heavily vested in
Vehicle Manufacturing Equipment foreign partnerships among Chinese automotive companies.
It has production facilities in Wuhan and Guangzhou for
passenger vehicles; in Shiyan, manufacturing medium and
heavy duty commercial vehicles; and in Xiangfan for light
commercial and passenger vehicles. The company’s main
business is manufacturing passenger vehicles, whole serial
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: commercial vehicles, vehicle manufacturing equipment and
Dongfeng Peugeot Citroen Automobiles Limited auto parts and components. Established as a state-owned
Dongfeng-Yueda Kia Co., Ltd.
company in 1969, DFM was restructured in the 1990s and
Dongfeng Honda Automobile (Wuhan) Co., Ltd.
Dongfeng Motor Co., Ltd.
has sought out numerous joint ventures and integrated
Dongfeng Electric Vehicle Co., Ltd. development with international automotive companies. DFM
partnered with Citroen to establish Dongfeng Peugeot
Citroen Automobiles Limited. Dongfeng’s other joint-venture
partners and affiliates include Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.; Kia
Motors Corporation, with which it formed Dongfeng-Yueda
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Kia Co., Ltd.; and Honda Motor Co., Ltd., with which it
intentionally listed here more than once. formed Dongfeng Honda Automobile (Wuhan) Co., Ltd. Its
Xu Ping, CEO other main subsidiaries are Dongfeng Motor Co., Ltd.; and
Liu Zhangmin, Vice Gen. Mgr. Dongfeng Electric Vehicle Co., Ltd. Its commercial products
Li Shaozhu, Vice Gen. Mgr. include semi trailers and trucks and buses, both whole and
Tong Dongcheng, Vice Gen. Mgr. incomplete; while its passenger vehicles include cars, multi-
Ouyang Jie, Vice Gen. Mgr. purpose vehicles (MPVs) and SUVs (Sport Utility Vehicles).
Xu Ping, Chmn. Five of its passenger vehicles carry the Dongfeng brand, five
Phone: 86-719-8226-962 Fax: 86-719-8226-845 carry the Peugeot Citroen brand, and Nissan and Honda
Toll-Free: both have one model apiece; while all of its commercial
Address: 29 Baiye Rd., Wuhan, 430015 China vehicles carry the Dongfeng brand. The company’s
headquarters is located in a designated economic
development zone in Wuhan, the capital of Hubei Province.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Government-Owned
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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DONLEN CORPORATION www.donlen.com


Industry Group Code: 532111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing: Y
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Y Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobiles-Leasing
Business Vehicles Donlen Corp., along with subsidiaries Fleet Management
Fleet Management Services Services and Canadian-based Donlen Fleet Leasing, Ltd.,
License & Title Services provides a range of vehicle leasing, asset management and
Maintenance Services fleet management services. Donlen currently manages over
Asset Management Services 125,000 vehicles and its services are accessible in all 50
states in the U.S. The company’s asset management team
provides leasing, remarketing and ownership programs as
well as acquisition, license and title services. Fleet
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Management Services (FMS) provides clients with flexible
FleetWeb management programs in order to reduce operating costs
Donlen Driver
and any administration needed to run an entire fleet.
Donlen Fleet Leasing, Ltd.
DataMart
Programs of FMS include preventive maintenance,
Fleet Management Services maintenance consultation, fuel management and accident
European Fleet Funding and Management management, which are all accessed through the company’s
Lifecycle Optimization Tools web-based tracking system, FleetWeb. FleetWeb covers all
Donlen Greenkey.com facets of fleet operations management and supplies a
system for order entry and information maintenance.
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be FleetWeb also operates the Donlen Driver web site, where
intentionally listed here more than once. users can compare and order vehicles or submit tax
Gary M. Rappeport, CEO reporting information. In addition, Donlen's corporate web
Tom Callahan, COO site features an industry news section and the Vehicle
Tom Callahan, Pres. Lifecycle Calculator, an interactive approach that determines
Anthony Beirne, CFO/Sr. VP the best value for fleet vehicles. DataMart is provided to fleet
Barry Steel, Sr. VP-Sales & Mktg. managers in order to access fleet management reports and
Phone: 847-714-1400 Fax: 847-714-1500 e-mail while Donlen’s ‘PUSH’ (Prevent Unnecessary
Toll-Free: Spending and Hazards) technology helps to improve
Address: 2315 Sanders Rd., Northbrook, IL 60062 US preventive maintenance compliance and reduce fleet
operating costs. The firm also maintains Lifecycle
Optimization Tools, which assists the fleet industry in
evaluating asset management decisions, and the National
Auction Index (NAI), a large database that publishes vehicle
resale transactions. In October 2008, the company launched
Donlen Greenkey.com an online community for fleet
managers, featuring news articles and tips on how to
transition to more environmentally friendly fleet programs.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 248
2005 Sales: $531,500 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 8/31
2004 Sales: $428,500 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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DORMAN PRODUCTS INC www.dormanproducts.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 70 Profits: 39
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturer
Replacement & Aftermarket Parts Dorman Products, Inc. is a leading supplier of original
Fasteners equipment automotive replacement parts, fasteners and
service line products for the automotive aftermarket. The
company designs, packages and markets over 92,000
different automotive replacement parts that are sold primarily
in the U.S. to automotive aftermarket retailers such as
AutoZone, Advance and O’Reilly; national, regional and local
warehouse dealers; specialty markets; and salvage yards.
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Dorman’s automotive replacements parts market is divided
Motormite into two components: Parts for passenger cars and light
Automotive Edge/Hermoff
trucks; and parts for heavy-duty trucks. The majority of the
Allparts
Scan-Tech
company’s net sales consist of original equipment dealer
MPI parts that include intake manifolds, exhaust manifolds, oil
Pik-A-Nut cooler lines, window regulators, radiator fan assemblies,
power steering pulleys and harmonic balancers.
Approximately 90% of the company’s products are sold
under original brand names. Through its Scan-Tech
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be subsidiary, the company has increased its international
intentionally listed here more than once. distribution of automotive replacement parts through sales in
Richard N. Berman, CEO Europe, the Middle East and the Far East. Dorman currently
Steven N. Berman, Pres. holds a product portfolio of over 30 proprietary brand names,
Mathias J. Barton, CFO/Sr. VP including Motormite, Allparts, Scan-Tech, MPI and Pik-A-Nut.
Don Barry, Sr. VP-Sales The firm recently opened a Canadian distribution and
Joseph M. Beretta, Sr. VP-Product customer service center in Hagersville, Ontario, allowing
Fred Frigo, Sr. VP-Oper. Canadian customers better access to the company's
Steven L. Berman, Treas./Exec. VP/Corp. Sec. products. In September 2007, Dorman acquired certain
Richard N. Berman, Chmn.
assets of Rockford Products Corporation, a company that
Phone: 215-997-1800 Fax: 215-997-7968 packages and distributes standard fasteners for farm and
Toll-Free: automotive aftermarket retailers. In June 2008, the company
Address: 3400 E. Walnut St., Colmar, PA 18915 US entered an agreement with Eastern Manufacturing Inc. to
develop, manufacture, and distribute an integrated exhaust
manifold/catalytic converter product line for traditional, retail,
and export markets.
Dorman offers its employees flexible spending accounts; a
college savings plan; credit union membership; a company-
sponsored health club membership; personal protection
programs; and auto insurance.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: DORM
2007 Sales: $327,725 2007 Profits: $19,193 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $295,825 2006 Profits: $13,799 Employees: 1,005
2005 Sales: $278,117 2005 Profits: $17,077 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/26
2004 Sales: $249,526 2004 Profits: $17,081 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Y Profit Sharing: Y Top Exec. Salary: $499,500 Bonus: $343,459
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $499,500 Bonus: $343,459
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y

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DRIVETIME AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC www.drivetime.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Used Auto Dealers
Auto Financing DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc. operates a leading chain
of buy-here-pay-here used car dealerships. The company
targets its products and services to the sub-prime segment of
the automobile financing industry. This segment serves
customers with limited credit histories, low income or past
credit problems who cannot access traditional financing.
Advantages of buy-here-pay-here dealerships include the
ability to offer customers expanded credit opportunities and
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: flexible payment terms and the ability to make payments at
DriveCare Limited Warranty the dealership. The firm finances all of the used cars
through retail installment contracts. DriveTime currently
operates about 86 dealerships in 18 major metropolitan
areas in 10 states, including Arizona, California, Colorado,
Florida, Georgia, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina,
Texas and Virginia. The dealerships are located in high-
visibility, high-traffic commercial areas and maintain an
average inventory of 50-150 used cars, featuring a wide
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be selection of makes and models. The ages of the cars
intentionally listed here more than once. typically range from four to seven years, but all are two years
Ray Fidel, CEO and older. DriveTime acquires its inventory from new or late-
Ray Fidel, Pres. model used car dealers, used car wholesalers, used car
Mark G. Sauder, CFO/Exec. VP auctions and customer trade-ins. After purchase, the cars
Deborah Powell, Dir.-Human Resources are delivered to one of the company’s 13 inspection centers,
Jon Ehlinger, General Counsel/Corp. Sec. where they are inspected thoroughly and reconditioned for
Jon Ehlinger, VP-Public Rel. sale. The firm advertises a 53-point inspection, which is
Al Appelman, VP-Risk & Customer Analytics designed to ensure that vehicles are properly inspected
Tonsa Price-Edwards, Dir.-Retail Oper.
Ernest C. Garcia II, Chmn.
before sale, and each vehicle comes with the company’s
DriveCare limited warranty. The company sells and finances
Phone: 602-852-6600 Fax: 602-852-6686 more than 60,000 vehicles per year.
Toll-Free: 888-418-1212 DriveTime offers its employees a full benefits package
Address: 4020 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85018 US including tuition reimbursement and an employee assistance
program.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 2,049
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Y Top Exec. Salary: $200,000 Bonus: $60,000
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $198,941 Bonus: $11,658
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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DUCATI MOTOR HOLDING SPA www.ducati.com


Industry Group Code: 336991 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 3 Profits: 3
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing: Y
Motorcycles: Y Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Y Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Motorcycle Manufacturing & Retail
Apparel & Accessories Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A., founded in Italy in 1926,
Online Retail manufactures seven lines of high-performance motorcycles
Racing Operations in the sport segment of the road market: Desmosedici RR,
Hypermotard, Monster, Multistrada, Sportclassic,
SportTouring and Superbike. Ducati launched its
Desmosedici RR at the 2006 Italian Grand Prix at Mugello.
A replica of the Desmosedici GP6, the Desmosedici RR, has
an aerodynamic body design and a traditional Demodromic
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: engine system. The Hypermotard, first unveiled at the Milan
Desmosedici RR International Motorcycle show in 2005, is capable of speeds
Hypermotard
exceeding 125 mph and includes such features as fuel
Monster
Multistrada
injection and 90 Desmo horsepower. The Monster line, with
Sportclassic airbrushed fuel tanks, carbon fiber parts and accessories
SportTouring machined from solid aluminum, high performance exhaust
Superbike systems, was the first motorcycle with the absence of fairing,
Ducati Card Assistance which exposes the engine and reduces body weight. The
Multistrada, an all-roads and all-seasons bike, features a
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be 1100 Desmo engine with a quiet wet clutch and comfort-
intentionally listed here more than once. enhancing vibration-isolated handlebars. The Sportclassic
Gabriele Del Torchio, CEO line, a retro-designed line, includes such features as alloy
Gianpiero Paoli, Pres. hubs, 36 chromed stainless steel spokes, dual 320mm brake
Enrico D'Onofrio, CFO discs up front, a 245mm disc in the rear and lightweight black
Cristiano Silei, VP-Mktg. & Sales Brembo floating calipers for stopping power. The
Danilo Bernardini, Mgr.-Human Resources SportTouring line offers an ergonomic design for longer
Claudio Domenicali, Dir.-Prod. rides. The first Superbike was launched in 1987. The
Gianfranco Giorgini, Dir.-Oper. motorcycle has a compact design and can reach speeds in
Paolo Poma, Dir.-Investor Rel.
David Gross, Creative Dir.
excess of 170 miles per hour. Ducati has won 13 of the last
15 World Superbike Championship Titles. The company
Phone: 39-051-641-3111 Fax: 39-051-641-3113 also sells branded apparel and accessories, including
Toll-Free: custom exhaust pipes, leather jackets and specially designed
Address: Via Cavalieri Ducati 3, Bologna, 40132 Italy Oakley/Ducati sunglasses. Ducati Card Assistance is a
maintenance service card offered by Ducati and ACI Global
S.p.A., providing such services as emergency roadside
assistance, medical consultation and cash advance.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: DMH
2007 Sales: $624,400 2007 Profits: $20,800 Int’l Ticker: DMH Int’l Exchange: Milan-BI
2006 Sales: $478,500 2006 Profits: $-13,400 Employees: 1,142
2005 Sales: $379,700 2005 Profits: $-49,100 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $518,500 2004 Profits: $-10,600 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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E I DU PONT DE NEMOURS & CO (DUPONT) www2.dupont.com


Industry Group Code: 325000 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Chemicals Manufacturing
Polymers E. I. du Pont de Nemours & Co. (DuPont), founded in 1802,
Performance Coatings develops and manufactures products in the biotechnology,
Nutrition & Health Products electronics, materials science, synthetic fibers and safety
Electronics Materials and security sectors. DuPont operates in five segments:
Agricultural Seeds Agriculture and Nutrition (A&N); Coatings and Color
Fuel-Cell, Biofuels & Solar Panel Technology Technologies (C&CT); Electronic and Communication
Contract Research & Development Technologies (E&C); Performance Materials (PM); and
Safety and Protection (S&P). A&N delivers Pioneer brand
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: seed products, insecticides, fungicides, herbicides, soy-
Pioneer based food ingredients, food quality diagnostic testing
Teflon
equipment and liquid food packaging systems. The C&CT
Corian
Kevlar
segment supplies automotive coatings, titanium dioxide white
Tyvek pigments and pigment and dye-based inks for ink-jet digital
Coastal Training Technologies Corporation printing. E&C provides a range of advanced materials for the
MapShots, Inc. electronics industry, flexographic printing, color
communication systems and a range of fluoropolymer and
fluorochemical products. PM manufactures polymer-based
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be materials, which include engineered polymers, specialized
intentionally listed here more than once. resins and films for use in food packaging, sealants,
Ellen J. Kullman, CEO adhesives, sporting goods and laminated safety glass. The
Richard R. Goodmanson, COO/Exec. VP S&P segment provides protective materials and safety
Jeffrey L. Keefer, CFO/Exec. VP consulting services. Significant brands include Teflon
David G. Bills, Chief Mktg. & Sales Officer fluoropolymers, films, fabric protectors, fibers and
W. Donald Johnson, Sr. VP-DuPont Human Resources dispersions; Corian surfaces; Kevlar high strength material;
John Bedbrook, VP-R&D, Agriculture & Nutrition and Tyvek protective material. Recent acquisitions include
Phuong Tram, VP-DuPont IT/CIO Chemtura Corporation's fluorine chemicals business in
Uma Chowdhry, CTO/Chief Science Officer/Sr. VP
Thomas M. Connelly, Jr., Chief Innovation Officer/Exec. VP
February 2008; the Industrial Apparel line of Cardinal
Mathieu Vrijsen, Sr. VP-DuPont Eng. Health’s Scientific and Production Products business in April
Thomas L. Sager, General Counsel/Sr. VP-DuPont Legal 2008; Coastal Training Technologies Corporation, a
Mathieu Vrijsen, Sr. VP-DuPont Oper. producer and marketer of training programs, in October
Peter C. Hemken, VP-Strategic Dir. & Bus. Dev., Pioneer Hi-Bred 2008; and MapShots, Inc., an agricultural data management
Karen A. Fletcher, VP-DuPont Investor Rel. company, in December 2008. Recent divestitures include
Susan M. Stalnecker, VP-Finance/Treas. DuPont Super Boll and FreeFall brand cotton products in
Criag F. Binetti, Sr. VP-DuPont Nutrition & Health February 2008; and its 8th Continent soy milk joint venture
Diane H. Gulyas, Group VP-DuPont Performance Materials with General Mills in February 2008. Also in 2008, DuPont
Terry Caloghiris, Group VP-DuPont Coatings & Color Tech.
Nicholas C. Fanandakis, Group VP-DuPont Applied BioSciences
opened new offices in Abu Dhabi, U.A.E. and Hyderabad,
Charles O. Holliday, Jr., Chmn. India.
Don Wirth, VP-Global Oper. DuPont offers its employees tuition assistance, ongoing
Jeffrey A. Coe, Sr. VP-DuPont Sourcing & Logistics training programs, flexible work practices, adoption
Phone: 302-774-1000 Fax: 302-773-2631 assistance, an employee resource program, an emergency
Toll-Free: 800-441-7515 backup childcare resource and dependent care spending
Address: 1007 Market St., Wilmington, DE 19898 US accounts.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $30,529,000 2008 Profits: $2,007,000 U.S. Stock Ticker: DD
2007 Sales: $29,378,000 2007 Profits: $2,988,000 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $27,421,000 2006 Profits: $3,148,000 Employees: 60,000
2005 Sales: $26,639,000 2005 Profits: $2,053,000 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $27,340,000 2004 Profits: $1,780,000 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $1,320,000 Bonus: $2,207,000
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $835,384 Bonus: $918,000
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 17 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

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EAGLE OTTAWA LEATHER COMPANY LLC www.eagleottawa.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 63 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Y Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Upholstery Manufacturing
Leather Treatment & Crafting Eagle Ottawa Leather Company LLC is a member of the
Engineering & Development Services Everett Smith Group of companies. The firm is a world
Durability Testing Services leader in the manufacturing and marketing of upholstery
leather for the luxury automotive industry. It operates sales
and design centers in Germany, the U.K., the U.S., Italy,
South Korea, Japan and China; and manufacturing facilities
in China, Argentina, Mexico, the U.S., the U.K. and Hungary.
The company offers finished hides, cut leather parts,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: complete seat cover engineering and development services,
Everett Smith Group, Ltd. as well as complete material and seat durability testing
Maysteel
services. Its product lines include natural shrunken grain
Dickten and Masch
Trostel, Ltd.
leather, chrome-tanned and non-chrome tanned leather,
high-durability leather and automotive-grade semi-aniline
leather, varieties that are all used in luxury automotive
interiors. Eagle Ottawa procures fresh and cured hides and
has the tanning assembly line necessary to produce a
colored, embossed and textured finished product for its
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be clients. More than 100 vehicle models produced by 27
intentionally listed here more than once. automakers worldwide use its leather, with customers
Jerry L. Sumpter, CEO including GMC, Chrysler, BMW, Audi, Honda, Kia, Nissan,
Jerry L. Sumpter, Pres. Hummer, Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, Lexus, Lincoln,
Bob Carlo, CFO/VP Infiniti, Renault, Land Rover, Mitsubishi, Ford, Chevrolet and
Jim Wise, VP-Global Human Resources Toyota. The Everett Smith Group, Eagle Ottawa’s parent
Craig Tonti, Pres., Americas company, is a privately held company with investments in
Cary Bean, Pres., Eagle Ottawa China/Exec. VP automotive, leather, sheet metal, rubber, urethanes and
Udo Schnell, Pres., Eagle Ottawa Europe/Exec. VP thermoplastics. Other Everett Smith companies include
Eric Brooks, VP-Global Supply Chain Mgmt.
Maysteel, a producer of close-tolerance fabricated sheet
Phone: 248-364-7400 Fax: 248-364-7529 metal; Dickten and Masch, a manufacturer of thermoplastic
Toll-Free: and thermoset products; and Trostel, Ltd., a custom rubber
Address: 1885 Pond Run, Auburn Hills, MI 48326 US compound and rubber molded seal manufacturer.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $548,900 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 4,434
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 11/30
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: EVERETT SMITH GROUP LTD
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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EAGLEPICHER CORPORATION www.epcorp.com/eaglepicherinternet


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 80 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Chemical Manufacturing
Batteries EaglePicher Corporation manufactures industrial products for
Specialty Materials the automotive, defense, space, commercial, power, nuclear,
Automotive Parts semiconductors, filtration and medical industries through its
Filtration Products & Minerals subsidiaries and manufacturing plants. The company’s main
subsidiaries include EP Minerals, LLC, which produces
diatomaceous earth (DE) products that act as filter aids and
fillers for paints, catalyst supports and polyethylene film
under the Celatom brand; and Hillsdale Automotive LLC,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: which manufactures precision-machined components and
EP Minerals, LLC assemblies such as dampers, filtration products, knuckles,
Hillsdale Automotive, LLC
driveline products and pump components. Hillsdale’s
Celatom
Wolverine Advanced Materials
technical center focuses on vibration control system
EaglePicher Medical Power development and testing through its metallurgical laboratory
EaglePicher Technologies, LLC and prototype machining facilities. Additional subsidiaries of
Carefree EaglePicher include EaglePicher Medical Power, which
KeeperII supplies implantable medical battery solutions for
neuromodulation, neurostimulation, drug pumps, cardiac
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be rhythm management and cardiac monitoring, and Wolverine
intentionally listed here more than once. Advanced Materials, which provides vibration damping and
David L. Treadwell, CEO sealing materials for the automotive, consumer electronics
David L. Treadwell, Pres. and industrial markets. EaglePicher Technologies, LLC
Patrick S. Aubry, CFO operates through two divisions: Commercial power solutions
Benjamin DePompei, VP-Human Resources and defense and space power. The power solutions sector
John Hrit, Pres., Hillsdale Automotive offers Carefree and KeeperII batteries and can also
David Keselica, Pres., EP Minerals customize the packaging of virtually any battery chemistry for
Scott Koepke, Pres., Wolverine Advanced Materials its customer’s specific needs. The defense and space power
Steven Westfall, Pres., EaglePicher Technologies
Donald L. Ruhnkle, Chmn.
sector offers nickel hydrogen cell batteries, lithium-ion cell
batteries and electronics. Late in 2007, the company sold
Phone: 313-278-5956 Fax: 313-278-5982 one of its main subsidiaries; EaglePicher Boron, LLC; to
Toll-Free: Ceradyne, Inc., a manufacturer of technical ceramic products
Address: 2424 John Daly Rd., Inkster, MI 48141 US and components for the defense, automotive and
commercial industries, for $70 million. In 2008, EaglePicher
opened a new research and development center in Joplin,
Missouri that focuses on the development of primary,
secondary and reserve batteries, as well as energetic device
technologies.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $119,000 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 1,400
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 11/30
2004 Sales: $707,337 2004 Profits: $-52,336 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $647,917 Bonus: $625,000
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $275,000 Bonus: $148,000
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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EARL SCHEIB INC www.earlscheib.com


Industry Group Code: 811100 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 4 Profits: 3
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Y Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Repair & Maintenance
Paint & Body Shops Earl Scheib, Inc., founded in 1937, operates a chain of 98
Paint & Coating Manufacturing retail automobile production paint and body shops
throughout 22 states. The shops specialize in affordably
priced repainting of automobiles and minor body repairs; in
total, the shops paint more than 150,000 automobiles per
year. These shops also offer replacement of certain car
body parts using new and used parts and glass replacement,
as well as dent repair, factory-style pinstriping, truck bedliner
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: coating and vinyl top replacement. Earl Scheib currently
New Earl Scheib Paint and Body Shop offers six primary paint packages, which range in price based
Quality Fleet and Truck Centers
on the color of the paint, number of coats of paint applied,
Precision Coatings, Inc.
Euro-Paint
additional services and length of warranty provided in each
EuroClear package. Customers may also purchase options with the
Frazee Paint paint packages, such as UV sunscreen and gloss hardener,
pearlescent paint colors and EuroClear clear coat for an
additional cost. In addition, Earl Scheib operates one large
industrial facility dedicated to large fleet vehicles and other
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be oversized equipment, called Quality Fleet and Truck Centers.
intentionally listed here more than once. Its wholly-owned subsidiary, Precision Coatings, Inc.,
Christian K. Bement, CEO manufactures the company’s specialty coatings, with some
Christian K. Bement, Pres. products, such as low emissions coatings, for sale in Frazee
John K. Minnihan, CFO/VP Paint stores. Earl Scheib is the exclusive supplier of Euro-
John Greer, VP-Admin. Paint, a top quality, 100% acrylic urethane. In June 2007,
John Greer, Corp. Sec. the company opened a paint shop in Indio, California.
James E. Smith, VP-Shop Oper.
Robert M. Smiland, Chmn.
Phone: Fax:
Toll-Free: 800-639-3275
Address: 15206 Ventura Blvd., 200, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: ESHB.PK
2007 Sales: $46,215 2007 Profits: $-2,043 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $48,821 2006 Profits: $2,975 Employees: 844
2005 Sales: $48,514 2005 Profits: $- 236 Fiscal Year Ends: 4/30
2004 Sales: $47,800 2004 Profits: $-1,336 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $236,992 Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $168,421 Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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EARNHARDT'S AUTO CENTERS www.earnhardt.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Y Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Y Commercial Vehicles: Y Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail New & Used
Auto Service & Parts Earnhardt’s Auto Centers is a new and used automobile
Auto Loans & Insurance dealer with 10 locations in Arizona and one in Texas. The
Fleet Sales company has locations in six cities: Avondale, Chandler,
RV Sales & Service Gilbert, Mesa and Tempe in Arizona and El Paso, Texas.
The dealerships include Earnhardt Honda in Avondale;
Earnhardt Mazda and Earnhardt Ford in Chandler; San Tan
Hyundai and Earnhardt Dodge in Gilbert; Earnhardt Nissan,
Earnhardt Scion and Earnhardt Toyota in Mesa; Earnhardt
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Ford in Tempe; and Mazda of El Paso and BMW of El Paso.
Earnhardt Auto Body The company currently sells and services nine different
Earnhardt Honda
automotive brands including: BMW, Dodge, Ford, Honda,
Earnhardt Mazda
Earnhardt Chrysler Jeep
Hyundai, Mazda, Nissan, Scion and Toyota. Each of the car
Earnhardt Nissan dealerships has its own parts and service departments, and
Earnhardt Scion the Chandler and Gilbert dealerships also have Earnhardt
Earnhardt Ford Auto Body centers adjacent to the local dealerships.
San Tan Hyundai Earnhardt Auto Body shops provide full collision repair
services and can service all makes and models, not just
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be those sold by Earnhardt’s dealerships. The company's web
intentionally listed here more than once. site offers customers an advance look at each dealer's
Hal J. Earnhardt, III, Pres. individual inventory and the opportunity to receive a quote on
Robbyn McDowell, CFO any particular vehicle. The web site also features a build-
Hal J. Earnhardt, Jr., Chmn. your-own-vehicle link, which allows the customer to add
Phone: 480-926-4000 Fax: 480-632-7712 specific features to a vehicle and receive an instant quote. In
Toll-Free: 800-357-6070 addition, commercial customers can use the web site to
locate Earnhardt’s closest commercial fleet department and
Address: 7300 W. Orchid Ln., Chandler, AZ 85226 US
receive a quote; and the company provides financing and
auto insurance. In 2007, Earnhardt sold over 27,000
vehicles, which resulted in nearly one billion dollars in sales.
The Earnhardt Chrysler Jeep location is currently closed and
is planned to reopen in 2009 in Gilbert, Arizona.
Earnhardt's provides employees with a benefits package that
includes a 401(k); medical, dental and life insurance; and a
tuition reimbursement program.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 2,000
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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EAST PENN MANUFACTURING CO INC www.eastpenn-deka.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Battery Manufacturing
Battery Recycling East Penn Manufacturing Co., Inc. manufactures lead-acid
Fuel Cell Technology batteries, battery accessories, wire and cable products for
the industrial, automotive, commercial, marine, stationary
and specialty markets. The Deka line of batteries are
available for use in telecommunications, automobiles, boats,
RVs (recreational vehicles), farm equipment, motorcycles,
ATVs, personal watercraft, snowmobiles, golf carts, military
vehicles, construction equipment, railroads and wheelchairs.
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: East Penn also manufactures a line of batteries for the
Deka storage of power from alternative energy sources, such as
solar and wind power. The company boasts the world’s
largest battery manufacturing facility, over 2 million square
feet on a 490 acre site in Lyon Station, Pennsylvania. The
firm also operates a manufacturing, sales and distribution
facility in Corydon, Iowa. East Penn safely reuses all parts of
used batteries, reclaiming lead, plastic and sulfuric acid and
turning sulfur fumes into liquid fertilizer. The company also
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be traps its wastewater and separates it into liquid and solids for
intentionally listed here more than once. separate treatment, resulting in an overall reduction of
Robert Flicker, COO/Exec. VP pollution. In February 2007, the firm announced another
Daniel R. Langdon, Pres. year of partnership with Evernham Motorsports. The Deka
DeLight E. Breidegam, Jr., Chmn. Logo appears on the partner’s NASCAR Busch vehicles.
Phone: 610-682-6361 Fax: 610-682-4781
Toll-Free:
Address: Deka Rd., Lyon Station, PA 19536 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 3,700
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Y Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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EATON CORP www.eaton.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 12 Profits: 5
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Hydraulic Products
Electrical Power Distribution & Control Equipment Eaton Corporation designs, manufactures, markets and
Truck Transmissions & Axles services electrical systems and components in four business
Engine Components segments: fluid power, electrical, automotive and truck. The
Aerospace & Military Components fluid power segment, the firm’s largest segment, develops
and sells fluid power products to industrial, mobile equipment
and aerospace customers worldwide. The segment also
handles Eaton’s aerospace business, which serves
commercial and military aviation, space, military weapon
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: systems, marine, off-road and other severe environment
Senyuan International Holdings Limited applications. The electrical segment distributes electrical
Catalytica Energy Systems, Inc.
power and control equipment for industrial, commercial and
Schreder-Hazemeyer
Ronningen-Petter
residential markets. The automotive segment focuses on the
Marina Power Lighting powertrain and specialized sensor and actuator areas of
Synflex passenger cars and light trucks. Its primary products include
Arrow Hose & Tubing, Inc. mirror and engine management controls, as well as engine
Babco Electric Group air management systems, including superchargers, cylinder
head modules, engine valves and lifters. The truck segment
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be features drivetrain systems and components for medium-
intentionally listed here more than once. duty and heavy-duty commercial vehicles. Its products
Alexander M. Cutler, CEO include manual and automatic transmissions, clutches,
Alexander M. Cutler, Pres. driveshafts, steering, drive and trailer axles, brakes, chassis
Richard H. Fearon, CFO control systems, and collision warning systems. During
Jeffrey M. Krakowiak, Sr. VP-Mktg. & Sales 2007, the company acquired Arrow Hose & Tubing Inc.;
Susan J. Cook, Exec. VP-Human Resources MGE small systems UPS business from Schneider Electric;
William W. Blausey, Jr., CIO/VP Babco Electric Group; Pulizzi Engineering; Technology and
Yannis P. Tsavalas, CTO/VP related assets of SMC Electrical Products, Inc.'s industrial
Mark M. McGuire, General Counsel/VP
Richard H. Fearon, Chief Planning Officer/Exec. VP
medium-voltage adjustable frequency drive business; Fuel
William B. Doggett, Sr. VP-Comm. & Public Affairs components division of Saturn Electronics & Engineering,
William C. Hartman, Sr. VP-Investor Rel. Inc.; Aphel Technologies Limited; Argo-Tech Corporation;
Billie K. Rawot, Sr. VP/Controller and Power Protection Business of Power Products Ltd. In
Joseph P. Palchak, CEO-Automotive the first half of 2008, the firm acquired the engine valves
James E. Sweetnam, CEO-Truck business of Kirloskar Oil Engines Ltd.; The Moeller Group;
Craig Arnold, CEO-Fluid Power and Phoenixtec Power Company Ltd. In August 2008, Eaton
Randy W. Carson, CEO-Electrical agreed to a joint-venture with Nittan Valve Co. Ltd. for engine
Alexander M. Cutler, Chmn. valve products in Japan and Korea.
Jean-Pierre Lacombe, Pres., Europe
Eaton offers employees benefits including flexible spending
Phone: 216-523-5000 Fax: 216-523-4787 accounts, a personal investment plan, employee assistance,
Toll-Free: 800-386-1911 tuition reimbursements, adoption assistance and work/life
Address: 1111 Superior Ave., Cleveland, OH 44114-2584 US programs.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $15,376,000 2008 Profits: $1,058,000 U.S. Stock Ticker: ETN
2007 Sales: $13,033,000 2007 Profits: $994,000 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $12,232,000 2006 Profits: $950,000 Employees: 75,000
2005 Sales: $10,874,000 2005 Profits: $805,000 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $9,712,000 2004 Profits: $648,000 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $1,069,305 Bonus: $9,520,197
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $511,695 Bonus: $2,894,807
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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EDARAN OTOMOBIL NASIONAL BERHAD www.eon.com.my


Industry Group Code: 421110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 2 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Y Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Distribution
Automotive Dealerships Edaran Otomobil Nasional Berhad (EON), one of Malaysia’s
Automotive Service & Modification leading automobile distributors, was established in 1984 to
Brokerage Services distribute the Proton, Malaysia’s first national car. Today,
Life Insurance EON has the largest dealership network in Malaysia and
Property Development claims about 40% of the passenger car market. The
Banking & Financial Services company has expanded its business ventures to include
General Trading banking and financial services, property development,
general trading, stock brokerage and life insurance. EON’s
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: banking operations developed from the merger with Oriental
EON Bank Bank to create EON Bank; the merger of City Finance and
EON Properties Sdn. Bhd.
Perkasa Finance to create EON Finance; and the acquisition
Automotive Conversion Engineering Sdn. Bhd.
Euromobile Sdn. Bhd.
of Malaysian International Merchant Bankers (MIMB). EON
Bank Berhad Properties handles investments and property management.
Akademi Saga EON’s subsidiaries include Automotive Conversion
HICOM Holdings Berhad Engineering Sdn Bhd, which services and modifies Proton
Sahabat Eon Card cars; EONMobile Sdn Bhd, which markets Hyundai and
Suzuki products; and Euromobil Sdn Bhd, which imports,
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be distributes and services Audi and Volkswagen products in
intentionally listed here more than once. Malaysia. EON offers the Sahabat EON Card that provides
Datuk Syed Hisham bin Syed Wazir, Managing Dir. free towing services, discounts on products, priority service
Tan Sri Ab Rahman bin Omar, Chmn. and various other benefits to its holders. The company’s Car
Phone: 60-3-7711-2388 Fax: 60-3-7880-7930 Owner Protection Scheme (COPS) is a one-year insurance
scheme for purchasers of EON motor vehicles. EON has an
Toll-Free:
agreement with Proton to continue distributing Proton cars
Address: 2 Persiaran Kerjaya, Taman Perindustrian GS U1, through 2010. The firm’s non-automotive operations
Shah Alam, Malaysia comprise EON Properties Sdn Bhd., which handles
investment in and management of properties, and Akademi
Saga, a technical training center. HICOM Holdings Berhad
holds a 79.05% interest in the company.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $566,500 2007 Profits: $18,300 Int’l Ticker: 5036 Int’l Exchange: Kuala Lumpur-KLSE
2006 Sales: $568,800 2006 Profits: $1,600 Employees: 3,154
2005 Sales: $817,200 2005 Profits: $20,800 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $1,028,000 2004 Profits: $39,000 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 6 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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EDELBROCK CORPORATION www.edelbrock.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturer
Intake Manifolds Edelbrock Corporation, founded in 1938, designs,
Carburetors manufactures, distributes and markets a wide range of
Cylinder Heads performance products, including intake manifolds,
Camshafts carburetors, cylinder heads, camshafts, exhaust systems
Exhaust Systems and other components designed for cars, light trucks,
Hoses & Fittings recreational vehicles, race cars and motorcycles. The
Motorcycle Components company also manufactures shock absorbers utilizing the
patented RICOR Inertia Active System, which offers both a
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: comfortable ride and superior handling. Its subsidiary,
RICOR Inertia Active System Russell Performance, specializes in hoses and fittings for
Russel Performance
fuel, brake, water and oil systems. In addition, Edelbrock's
product line includes motorcycle carburetors, cylinder heads,
manifolds and nitrous systems. These products are
designed to enhance street, off-road, recreational and
competition vehicle performance through increased
horsepower, torque and drivability. Edelbrock manufactures
carburetors for Harley-Davidson and other motorcycle
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be carburetors and air cleaners for aftermarket activities. It also
intentionally listed here more than once. designs and markets products to enhance engine and
O. Victor Edelbrock, Jr., CEO vehicle appearance, such as chrome and polished aluminum
O. Victor Edelbrock, Jr., Pres. air cleaners, valve covers and breathers. Edelbrock
Arty Feles, VP-R&D products are sold in retail automotive chain stores, through
Phone: 310-781-2222 Fax: 310-320-1187 mail-order catalog houses, warehouse distributors and
Toll-Free: performance specialty dealers.
Address: 2700 California St., Torrance, CA 90503 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 722
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $126,000 2004 Profits: $3,500 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $425,993 Bonus: $272,450
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $301,556 Bonus: $122,644
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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ELDER AUTOMOTIVE GROUP www.elderautomotivegroup.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Parts & Service Elder Automotive Group (EAG), founded in 1967, is a
Financing premier new and pre-owned automobile dealership firm with
ten locations Michigan, including four in Troy, three in
Lakeside and one each in Owosso, Perry and Novi; and
three locations in Tampa, Florida. The firm specializes in the
Aston Martin, Jaguar, Ford, Jeep, Land Rover, Lincoln,
Mercury and Saab brands. Aston Martin of Tampa shares its
showroom with Jaguar of Tampa while Aston Martin of Troy
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: shares its showroom with Jaguar of Troy. Jaguar of
Aston Martin of Troy Lakeside shares its showroom with Land Rover of Lakeside.
Jaguar of Tampa
The Signature Auto Group, which sells Ford, Lincoln,
Elder Ford
Land Rover of Lakeside
Mercury and Jeep models, has its dealerships in Owosso
Saab of Troy and Perry. Besides new cars, the dealerships sell parts and
Signature Auto Group pre-owned cars as well as providing maintenance and repair
Aston Martin of Tampa services; and almost all EAG dealerships offers customers
Jaguar of Troy financing options. The company is owned by CEO Irma
Elder, who took over the company when her husband James
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be died in 1983. In December 2007, EAG bought a Jaguar
intentionally listed here more than once. dealer in Novi, Michigan.
Irma B. Elder, CEO
Tony Elder, Pres.
Phone: 248-585-4000 Fax: 248-585-4039
Toll-Free: 888-773-6290
Address: 777 John R. Rd., Troy, MI 48083 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 137
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR www.enterprise.com


Industry Group Code: 532111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Y Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks: Y
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Rental
Fleet Management Services Enterprise Rent-A-Car is a car rental company with over
Used Vehicle Sales 728,000 rental and fleet vehicles through more than 7,000
Commuter Services locations in the U.S. and 900 in Canada, Germany, Ireland
and the U.K. The firm markets to visitors from other cities,
and people whose cars are in repair shops or who want
luxury cars or convertibles for special occasions. The
company serves the most-traveled airports in the U.S. and
several of the largest airports in Canada and the U.K.
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Enterprise’s services also include fleet management, used
Enterprise Rent-a-Car car sales, the California Vanpool Services and Rent-A-Truck.
Enterprise Car Sales
Enterprise Fleet Services (EFS) provides a number of
Enterprise Fleet Services
Enterprise Rent-a-Truck
services, including acquisition, insurance services,
Vanguard Car Rental USA Inc registration, funding, fuel management, maintenance and
National Car Rental disposal. Enterprise Car Sales (ECS) sells used vehicles
Alamo Rental directly to local franchised dealers, independent used car
dealers and auto auctions. Customers are offered an
inventory of over 120 makes and models, most of which are
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be low-mileage cars. The Enterprise Rideshare division, also
intentionally listed here more than once. known as the California Vanpool Service, operates over 700
Andrew C. Taylor, CEO vehicles, which are used to transport commuters in Northern
Pamela M. Nicholson, COO/Exec. VP and Southern California. Enterprise Rent-a-Truck has over
Donald L. Ross, Pres./Vice. Chmn. 90 locations across the nation specializing in commercial
William W. Snyder, CFO/Exec. VP truck rentals. In August 2007, Enterprise acquired Vanguard
Edward Adams, Sr. VP-Human Resources Car Rental and its National Car Rental and Alamo Rental
Craig Kennedy, CIO/Sr. VP Businesses from private equity group Cerberus Capital
Lee Kaplan, Sr. VP/Chief Admin. Officer Management LP. The acquisition gives Enterprise a total of
Rose Langhorst, Treas./VP
Matthew G. Darrah, Sr. VP-North American Oper.
27% market share at U.S. airport locations, compared to its
Jim Runnels, Sr. VP-Rental previous 8%. This will put it head-to-head with Hertz's 28.5%
Andrew C. Taylor, Chmn. share at airports and the Avis Budget Group's 30.1%. The
James Burrell, Sr. VP-European Oper. firm anticipates that acquisition will increase total revenues to
Phone: 314-512-5000 Fax: 314-512-4706 about $12 billion yearly. In 2008, Enterprise initiated various
environmentally friendly efforts, including E85/flexfuel
Toll-Free:
locations, increased hybrid and fuel-efficient vehicles, carbon
Address: 600 Corporate Park Dr., St. Louis, MO 63105 US offset programs and car sharing services.
Employee benefits include adoption assistance and
employee discounts.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $9,500,000 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $9,000,000 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 66,700
2005 Sales: $8,230,000 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 7/31
2004 Sales: $7,400,000 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Y Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 3 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

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FAULKNER ORGANIZATION (THE) www.tobesure.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Y Commercial Vehicles: Y Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Parts & Service Founded in 1932 by Henry Faulkner, Sr., the family-owned
Financing and operated Faulkner Organization is the number-one car
Fleet Services dealer in the Delaware Valley, with a chain of approximately
Insurance 25 new and used dealerships located throughout
Pennsylvania. The firm carries a wide range of makes
including Buick, Cadillac, Ford, GMC, Mercury, Pontiac,
Saturn, BMW, Toyota, Honda, Mitsubishi and Mazda. The
dealerships also feature maintenance and service
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: departments, financing, fleet services and insurance. The
service departments also serve as body shops. Specials on
service and repair work are available through the company
web site. At the company's web site, customers can search
new and used vehicle inventories and obtain a quick quote.
Additionally, certain Internet specials are offered for auto
parts and new and pre-owned vehicles.

CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be
intentionally listed here more than once.
Gail Faulkner, CEO
Bob Lewis, COO
Bill Sebald, CFO
Bill Sebald, Dir.-Human Resources
Phone: 215-364-3980 Fax: 215-364-0706
Toll-Free:
Address: 4437 Street Rd., Trevose, PA 19053 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 68
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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FAURECIA SA www.faurecia.com
Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 7 Profits: 60
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Part Manufacturing
Vehicle Component Modules Faurecia S.A., headquartered in France, is a global supplier
Vehicle Seats of vehicle equipment, with 190 production facilities
Vehicle Doors throughout Western Europe, Central Europe, North America,
Exhaust Systems South America and Asia. It designs and assembles six
Front End Modules major vehicle modules: seat, cockpit, acoustic package,
Acoustic Engineering & Equipment door, front-end and exhaust system. Modules, which consist
of a series of components, are mounted directly on vehicles
during the assembly process, reducing time and production
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: costs. The firm’s door design activities focus on the
development of hybrid parts (which utilize mixed materials),
paint, high-quality finishes, foaming and slush. Faurecia
equips 7 million vehicles with doors and door panels every
year. The company also provides acoustic engineering and
equipment such as floor coverings, carpets and insulators
that effectively soundproof a vehicle’s interior. In addition,
the company is a lead supplier of front-end modules, which
include front-end carriers, bumpers and fan cooling systems,
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be and environmentally responsible exhaust systems. The
intentionally listed here more than once. company derives the majority of its sale from interior
Yann Delabriere, CEO modules including seat modules. The firm supplies major
Jean-Pierre Sounillac, Exec. VP-Group Human Resources automotive manufactures such as Peugeot domestically,
Bruno Montmerle, Exec. VP-Group Strategy while BMW, Ford, VW and Nissan are among the firm’s
Thierry Lemane, Exec. VP-Group Comm. international clients. In 2008, Faurecia divested control of its
Frank Imbert, Exec. VP-Group Financial subsidiary Sieto, which Toyota Boshoku Corporation will now
Jean-Marc Hannequin, Exec. VP-Exhaust Systems Prod. Group operate. Also in 2008, the firm announced plans to open an
Christophe Schmitt, Exec. VP-Interior Systems Prod. Group automotive seating trim cover production plant in Morocco.
Patrick Koller, Exec. VP-Seating Prod. Group
Arnaud de David-Beauregard, Exec. VP-Group Dev. Faurecia offers its employees professional training through
Yann Delabriere, Chmn. its Faurecia University.
Michael T. Heneka, Pres., Faurecia North America
Phone: 33-1-72-36-70-00 Fax: 33-1-72-36-70-07
Toll-Free:
Address: 2 rue Hennape, Nanterre, 92735 France
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $16,001,860 2008 Profits: $-765,810 U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $16,867,850 2007 Profits: $-316,420 Int’l Ticker: EO Int’l Exchange: Paris-Euronext
2006 Sales: $15,519,560 2006 Profits: $-596,740 Employees: 61,357
2005 Sales: $14,927,470 2005 Profits: $-248,150 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $14,621,400 2004 Profits: $114,200 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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FEDERAL MOGUL CORP www.federal-mogul.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 17 Profits: 3
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Aftermarket Products & Services
Powertrain Products Federal-Mogul Corp. supplies vehicular parts, components,
Sealing Systems modules and systems to global customers in the automotive,
Vehicle Safety & Performance Products small engine, heavy-duty, marine, railroad, aerospace and
industrial markets. The company operates in six business
segments: Powertrain energy; powertrain sealings and
bearings; vehicle safety and protection; automotive products;
aftermarket products and services; and corporate. Top
brands include Federal-Mogul, AE, Glyco, Goetze, Nural,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Fel-Pro, FP Diesel, National, Payen, Abex, Beral, Ferodo,
AE Thermo Quiet, Wagner, ANCO, Champion and MOOG. The
Glyco
powertrain energy segment, which accounted for 30% of
Nüral
Goetze
revenue in 2007, offers products that include pistons; piston
Fel-Pro rings; piston pins; cylinder liners; valve seats and guides;
FP Diesel and transmission components. The powertrain sealings and
National bearings segment, which accounted for 15%, offers engine
Payen bearings; bushings; and thrust washers for engine,
transmission and driveline systems. The vehicle safety and
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be protection segment, responsible for 11%, offers brake disc
intentionally listed here more than once. pads; brake shoes; brake linings and blocks; and element-
Jose M. Alapont, CEO resistant systems protection sleeving products. The
Jose M. Alapont, Pres. automotive products segment, responsible for 5%, provides
Jeff Kaminski, CFO/Sr. VP manufacturing operations for ignition, lighting, fuel,
William Bowers, Sr. VP-Sales & Mktg. brake/steering and wiper products. The aftermarket products
Pascal Goachet, Sr. VP-Global Human Resources & Organization and services segment, which accounted for 39%, offers
Mario Leone, Chief Info. Systems Officer/Sr. VP engines, gaskets, antifriction bearings and seals, chassis,
Eric McAlexander, Sr. VP-Global Mfg. & Customer Satisfaction wipers, fuel pumps, ignition and lighting. Customers include
Robert L. Katz, General Counsel/Sr. VP
Charles B. Grant, Sr. VP-Corp. Dev. & Strategic Planning
original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) of vehicles and
Steven K. Gaut, VP-Corp. Comm. & Gov't Rel. industrial products and aftermarket retailers and wholesalers.
Alan Haughie, Controller/VP/Chief Acct. Officer Federal-Mogul has operations in 35 countries. In December
James Burkhart, Sr. VP-Global Aftermarket 2007, Federal-Mogul emerged from Chapter 11 restructuring,
Rene Dalleur, Sr. VP-Vehicle Safety & Protection undergone to deal with its outstanding asbestos liability. As
Jean Brunol, Sr. VP-Bus. & Oper. Strategy part of restructuring, its workforce was reduced by about
David Bozinksi, Treas./VP 10% and approximately 25 of its facilities were reorganized
Carl C. Icahn, Chmn. or closed. In July 2008, the firm began producing powertrain
Markus Wermers, Sr. VP-Global Purchasing components at its new Brazilian facility. In August 2008, the
Phone: 248-354-7700 Fax: 248-354-8950 firm announced plans for a new manufacturing facility in
Toll-Free: India.
Address: 26555 Northwestern Hwy., Southfield, MI 48033 US Federal-Mogul offers its employees tuition assistance;
medical, dental, prescription, vision and hearing insurance;
and flexible spending accounts.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $6,865,600 2008 Profits: $-467,900 U.S. Stock Ticker: FDML
2007 Sales: $6,913,900 2007 Profits: $1,412,300 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $6,326,400 2006 Profits: $-549,600 Employees: 43,400
2005 Sales: $6,286,000 2005 Profits: $-334,200 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $6,174,100 2004 Profits: $-334,000 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $1,500,000 Bonus: $2,377,500
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $548,360 Bonus: $608,405
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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FEDERAL SIGNAL CORP www.federalsignal.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 43 Profits: 34
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturing
Customer & Dealer Financing Federal Signal Corp. designs and manufactures products
and solutions for municipal, governmental, industrial and
airport costumers. The company also provides customer
and dealer financing to support the sale of its vehicles. The
products manufactured by the firm are divided into three
major operating groups. The safety and security systems
group designs and manufactures emergency vehicle warning
lights and sirens; industrial and outdoor signaling, warning,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: lighting and communications devices and integrated
E-ONE systems; and parking revenue and access control systems.
Bronto Skylift
Products are sold under the Federal Signal, Target Tech,
Jetstream
Guzzler
VAMA, Pauluhn, Victor, PIPS and Federal ADP brand
VAMA names. The fire rescue group manufactures a range of fire
Dayton Progress rescue apparatus, which are sold under the Bronto Skylift
Codespear, LLC brand. The environmental solutions group manufactures and
Riverchase Technologies, LLC markets a full range of street cleaning and vacuum loader
vehicles and high-performance water blasting equipment,
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be under the Elgin, RAVO, Vactor, Guzzler, Shanghai Federal
intentionally listed here more than once. Signal and Jetstream brand names. Products are also
James E. Goodwin, Interim CEO manufactured for the newer markets of hydro-excavation,
James E. Goodwin, Interim Pres. glycol recovery and surface cleaning. The firm operates
Stephanie K. Kushner, CFO/Sr. VP manufacturing facilities in 38 plants in 14 countries serving
Michael K. Wons, CIO/VP customers in roughly 100 countries. Roughly 36% of the
Jennifer L. Sherman, General Counsel/VP/Corp. Sec. company’s sales come from U.S. municipal and government
John Gruber, VP-Corp. Dev. customers. In January 2007, Federal Signal acquired
David E. Janek, Controller/VP Codespear, LLC, a developer of specialized software used in
Esa Peltola, Pres., Bronto Skylift
Mark D. Weber, Pres., Environmental Solutions Group
emergency management situations. In July 2007, the
David R. McConnaughey, Pres., Safety & Security Systems Group company acquired Riverchase Technologies, LLC, a
James C. Janning, Chmn. developer of public safety software. In August 2007, Federal
Fred H. Lietz, VP/Chief Procurement Officer Signal announced the acquisition of PIPS Technology, a
Phone: 630-954-2000 Fax: 630-954-2030 private developer of automatic license plate recognition
systems. In August 2008, the firm sold E-ONE, a
Toll-Free:
manufacturer of fire apparatus. In April 2008, the company
Address: 1415 W. 22nd St., Ste. 1100, Oak Brook, IL 60523 US sold its fourth major operating group, the tool group,
including subsidiaries Dayton Progress and PCS, to Connell
Limited Partnership.
The company offers its employees medical, dental and vision
insurance; tuition reimbursement; and a 401(k) plan.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: FSS
2007 Sales: $1,268,100 2007 Profits: $34,000 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $1,211,600 2006 Profits: $42,700 Employees: 5,544
2005 Sales: $1,119,000 2005 Profits: $-4,600 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $1,024,500 2004 Profits: $-2,300 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $686,700 Bonus: $466,957
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $330,460 Bonus: $146,159
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 3 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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FERRARI SPA www.ferrariworld.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Manufacturer
Sports Cars Ferrari S.p.A., based in Modena, Italy, is a leading
Accessories manufacturer of high-performance sports cars, selling at
prices from $140,000 and up. The firm has self-imposed a
limit on its annual production, with approximately 5,600 cars
manufactured annually, in order to maintain high levels of
value and exclusivity. Current Ferrari vehicles include four 8
cylinder models, the F430, F430 Challenge, F430 Scuderia
and F430 Spider; along with three 12 cylinder models, the
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Ferrari 612 Scaglietti, the FXX and the newest of the
Fiat S.p.A. Maranello family, the Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano. Named
Maserati S.p.A.
Fiorano after the circuit Ferrari uses to hone the performance
F430
F430 Spider
of its road and track cars; GTB (or Gran Turismo Berlinetta)
Maranello after the most famous Ferrari Berlinettas ever made; and 599
612 Scaglietti as the displacement of its 5999cc engine divided by 10, this
599 GTB Fiorano supercar boasts 620-horsepower. The FXX is powered by a
Scaglietti Programe massive 6,262cc V12 engine that can turn out over 800
horsepower at 8,500 rpm. The company offers customers a
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be line of pre-owned vehicles through its dealerships located all
intentionally listed here more than once. over the globe. Ferrari’s Scaglietti Programe allows
Amedeo Felisa, CEO customers to have their Ferrari customized for a race or track
Luca C. di Montezemolo, Pres. set-up as long as the car remains street legal. Ferrari is a
Giancarlo Coppa, CFO subsidiary of Fiat S.p.A., which owns a majority stake in the
Mario Mairano, Human Resources company (85%) after buying back the stake held by
Giancarlo Coppa, Dir.-Admin. Mediobanca. Other investors include Mediobanca (an Italian
Stefano Lai, Comm. bank), Mubadala Development Co. of the UAE (5%) and
Giancarlo Coppa, Dir.-Finance & Controlling Piero Ferrari, son of the company’s founder (10%). Fiat also
Danny Bahar, Brand & Commercial
Luca C. di Montezemolo, Chmn.
owns Maserati S.p.A., another premier Italian manufacturer
of sports cars, which was owned by Ferrari until 2005. In
Phone: 39-0-536-949-111 Fax: 39-0-536-949-714 2008, Ferrari announced it will create a company by late
Toll-Free: 2009 to oversee its vehicle imports to Russia. Ferrari sold
Address: Via Abetone Inferiore 4, Maranello, Modena, 41053 65 vehicles in Russia during 2007, which represented a 67%
Italy increase in sales from the previous year.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 3,322
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $2,062,400 2004 Profits: $-36,800 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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FIAT SPA www.fiatgroup.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 7 Profits: 9
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other: Y
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing: Y
Buses: Y Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Manufacturer
Agricultural & Construction Equipment Fiat SpA manufactures and sells automobiles, heavy
Commercial Vehicles machinery and components. The company is organized in
Automotive Retail 11 operating sectors: Fiat Group Automobiles; Ferrari;
Automotive Components Maserati; agricultural and construction equipment; trucks and
Industrial Automation Systems commercial vehicles; powertrain technologies; components;
Publishing metallurgical products; production systems; publishing and
Business Services communications; and corporate service companies. Fiat
Group Automobiles sells Fiat, Lancia and Alfa Romeo cars,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: as well as light commercial vehicles. Ferrari and Maserati
Fiat Group Automobiles are both majority-owned by Fiat and world-renowned
Ferrari
manufacturers of high-end sports cars. The company owns
Maserati
CNH Global
and operates several subsidiaries within the automotive
Iveco industry. Agricultural and construction equipment is
Magneti Marelli produced by CNH Global, which manufactures the Case IH
Teksid and New Holland lines. Trucks and commercial vehicles are
Comau produced by Iveco, which manufactures light, medium and
heavy trucks for on- or off-road uses, as well as buses;
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be special-purpose military vehicles; and diesel, hybrid and
intentionally listed here more than once. hydrogen fuel cell engines. Fiat Powertrain Technologies
Sergio Marchionne, CEO (FPT) designs and builds engines for passenger and
Luigi Gubitosi, CFO commercial vehicles and for industrial and marine
Roberto Pucci, Exec. VP-Human Resources applications. Fiat’s components are designed, developed
Harold Wester, CTO/Exec. VP and manufactured by subsidiary Magneti Marelli, and include
Harold Wester, Head-Eng. suspension systems and shock absorbers. Other
Ferruccio Luppi, Exec. VP-Bus. Dev. subsidiaries include Teksid, which manufactures cast metal
Simone Migliarino, Head-Comm. components and Comau, which designs and produces
Maurizio Francescatti, Head-Treasury
John P. Elkann, Vice Chmn.
machine tools and production systems. In addition, Fiat
Sergio Marchionne, CEO-Fiat Group owns Itedi, which publishes the Italian newspaper La Stampa
Paolo Rebaudengo, Head-Industrial Rel. and offers advertising services to more than 100,000
Alfredo Altavilla, CEO-Fiat Powertrain Technologies customers. In 2009, the firm plans to introduce two Magneti
Luca C. Di Montezemolo, Chmn. Marelli-owned joint ventures, one to further its automotive
Giorgio Frasca, Dir.-Int'l Rel. electronic systems operations and one to produce shock
Gianni Coda, CEO-Purchasing absorbers. In January 2009, Chrysler entered into a
Phone: 39-011-00-61111 Fax: 39-011-00-63798 tentative alliance agreement with Fiat. The alliance would
Toll-Free: give Fiat a 35% stake in Chrysler while giving Chrysler
Address: 250 Via Nizza, Turin, 10126 Italy access to Fiat small car engineering and technology. If the
alliance is successful, Chrysler could quickly be building cars
based on Fiat designs for sale in the U.S. and abroad.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $80,147,000 2008 Profits: $2,322,890 U.S. Stock Ticker: FIA
2007 Sales: $78,998,300 2007 Profits: $2,772,350 Int’l Ticker: F Int’l Exchange: Milan-BI
2006 Sales: $81,376,200 2006 Profits: $1,672,100 Employees: 198,348
2005 Sales: $73,074,100 2005 Profits: $2,089,700 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $66,140,000 2004 Profits: $-2,148,000 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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FINANCIAL FEDERAL CORP www.financialfederal.com


Industry Group Code: 522220A Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Y Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Leasing & Financing
Financial Federal Corp. is a nationwide independent financial
services company that finances industrial and commercial
equipment through installment sales and leasing programs
for dealers, manufacturers and end users and provides
capital loans secured by the same equipment and collateral.
The company provides its services to small and medium
sized businesses typically with annual revenues from below
$25 million in general construction; road and infrastructure
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: construction and repair; road transportation; and waste
disposal industries. The firm focuses on financing new or
used revenue-producing essential-use equipment of major
manufacturers that is movable, has an economic life longer
than the term financed, is not subject to rapid technological
obsolescence, can be used in more than one type of
business and has broad resale markets. Financial Federal
finances air compressors; bulldozers; buses; cement mixers;
compactors; crawler cranes; earthmovers; excavators;
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be generators; hydraulic truck cranes; loaders; motor grades;
intentionally listed here more than once. pavers; personnel and material lifts; recycling equipment;
Paul Sinsheimer, CEO resurfacers; rough terrain cranes; sanitation trucks; scrapers;
Steve Groth, CFO/Sr. VP trucks; truck tractors; and trailers. In addition to its New York
Troy Geisser, Sec./Sr. VP office, the company has five full-service operations centers in
John Golio, Exec. VP Texas, Illinois, New Jersey, North Carolina and California, as
James Mayes, Jr., Exec. VP well as marketing personnel in over 20 locations nationwide.
Mike Gallagher, Sr. VP/Chief Credit Officer
Paul Sinsheimer, Chmn.
Phone: 212-599-8000 Fax: 212-286-5885
Toll-Free:
Address: 733 3rd Ave., 24th Fl., New York, NY 10017 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: FIF
2007 Sales: $191,254 2007 Profits: $50,050 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $162,475 2006 Profits: $43,619 Employees: 230
2005 Sales: $126,643 2005 Profits: $36,652 Fiscal Year Ends: 7/31
2004 Sales: $118,305 2004 Profits: $31,190 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $600,000 Bonus: $1,000,000
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $315,000 Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y

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FINDLAY INDUSTRIES INC www.findlayindustries.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Part Manufacturing
Automotive Interior Components Findlay Industries, Inc. is a manufacturer of interior parts for
Medical Examination Tables the automotive and heavy truck industry. Among the
company’s core products are door trim panel components
and systems including substrates, inserts, bolsters,
integrated armrests and storage compartments; door
handles and integrated controls and switches; headliners
and overhead systems; rear compartment trim including
trunk load floors, package trays and trunk trim panels; and
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: various trim items including under-hood air deflectors and
radiator shrouds, convertible top boot covers, under-dash
kick panels and spare tire covers. Findlay Industries
supplies interior automotive products to General Motors,
Honda, Toyota, Ford and Volkswagen, among others. The
firm’s engineering department develops process technology
designed to combine differing organic materials, such as
natural fibers and polypropylene, to make durable, fire-
resistant car materials. Outside of the automotive industry,
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be the company manufactures examination tables for the
intentionally listed here more than once. medical industry. Findlay Industries also offers global
Philip J. Gardner, Pres. procurement strategy development services through its
Tom Hogan, CFO Purchasing department.
Tom Jozwiak, Mgr.-Mktg.
Phone: 419-422-1302 Fax: 419-427-3390
Toll-Free:
Address: 4000 Fostoria Rd., Findlay, OH 45840 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 3,500
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 4/30
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y

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FINISHMASTER INC www.finishmaster.com


Industry Group Code: 422600 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Paints & Coatings-Distribution
Industrial & Automotive Paints FinishMaster, Inc. is a national, independent distributor of
automotive paints, coatings and related accessories.
Headquartered in Indiana, the company offers a full line of
products from manufacturers such as BASF, DuPont, PPG
and 3M, which it markets to collision repair shops,
automotive dealerships and fleet operators. Products from
these manufacturers account for 85% of sales. The firm also
markets its own private label for refinishing accessory
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: products, SMART. FinishMaster has 173 sales outlets and
LDI Ltd., LLC four major distribution centers in 28 states. The company is
primarily controlled by LDI Ltd, LLC., an investment and
operating company that also owns Tucker Rocky
Distributing.

CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be
intentionally listed here more than once.
John A. Lacy, CEO
John A. Lacy, Pres.
Robert R. Millard, CFO
Daniel A. Courtney, Sr. VP-Oper.
Robert R. Millard, Sr. VP-Finance
David N. Shane, Chmn.
Phone: 317-237-3678 Fax: 317-237-2150
Toll-Free: 888-311-3678
Address: 54 Monument Cir., 8th Fl., Indianapolis, IN 46204 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: FMST.PK
2007 Sales: $466,626 2007 Profits: $14,934 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $450,452 2006 Profits: $22,462 Employees: 1,550
2005 Sales: $423,803 2005 Profits: $15,647 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $385,243 2004 Profits: $13,304 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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FIRST AUTOMOTIVE GROUP CORPORATION www.faw.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Manufacturing
Parts Manufacturing First Automotive Group Corporation (FAW) is a state-owned
Truck Manufacturing Chinese automobile manufacturer. Founded in 1953 as First
Automotive Works, it became one of the first vehicle
producers in China starting with the 1956 rollout of Jiefang
trucks and the 1958 launch of Hongqi cars. Through its own
operating divisions and joint ventures, most notably with
Volkswagen, FAW has since expanded its product line to
include six categories: Commercial trucks; buses and
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: coaches; passenger cars; mini vehicles; sport utility vehicles
First Automotive Works (SUVs) and pickups; and components and parts. Jiefang
Jiefang
and Hongqi are still its two major brands. It sells over 7
Hongqi
Tianjin Automotive Xiali Co.
million vehicles annually in more than 70 countries. Building
FAW-Volkswagen Automotive Company, Ltd. on recent expansion, including the government-engineered
ThyssenKrupp Presta Fawer (Changchun) Co. Ltd. takeover of state-owned small car manufacturer Tianjin
FAW Mazda Motor Sales Co. Ltd. Automotive Xiali Co., FAW companies are expected to
Deutz (Dalian) Engine Co. Ltd. benefit from nearly $2.5 billion in investment over the next
five years. FAW wholly-owns 27 subsidiaries and maintains
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be a controlling interest in 20 other subsidiaries. FAW’s
intentionally listed here more than once. partnership with Volkswagen dates to 1991, when FAW-
Zhu Yanfeng, Pres. Volkswagen Automotive Company, Ltd. was established by
FAW, Volkswagen and Audi. The joint venture produces the
Phone: 86-431-85900715 Fax: 86-431-85730707
Jetta sedan, Bora IV, Caddy MVP, Golf IV, Magotan
Toll-Free: (European Passat), Sagitar (European Jetta), Audi A4 and
Address: 2259 Dongfeng St., Changchun, 130011 China Audi A6L. Other joint ventures include the Deutz (Dalian)
Engine Co. Ltd. with Deutz AG; ThyssenKrupp Presta Fawer
(Changchun) Co. Ltd. with ThyssenKrupp Presta AG; TRW
Fawer Automobile Safety Systems Co. Ltd. with TRW
Automotive; and Valeo Fawer Compressor (Changchun) Co.
Ltd. with France’s Valeo. FAW is also engaged in joint
ventures with Toyota to produce the Dario branded Terios
compact SUV, Corolla sedan, Vios sedan, Crown luxury
sedan and Reiz (Mark X) performance sedan, as well as
engines for Toyota Crown luxury sedans and large
automotive stamping dies. FAW Mazda Motor Sales Co.
Ltd., a joint venture between FAW and Mazda Motor
Corporation, produces Mazda sports wagons, sports sedans
and four door sedans.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Government-Owned
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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FIRST INVESTORS FINANCIAL SERVICES GROUP INC


www.fifsg.com
Industry Group Code: 522220 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 6 Profits: 4
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Financing
First Investors Financial Services Group, Inc. is a specialized
consumer finance company that originates automobile loans
from two sources: dealer indirect (approximately 36% of the
company’s origination volume) and consumer direct, utilizing
direct marketing (approximately 64% of origination volume).
First Investors has active dealership agreements with 435
dealers, approximately 31% of which are located in Texas,
22% in Georgia, 19% in Ohio and 10% in Tennessee. First
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Investor does not generally do business with independent
dealers who operate used car lots with no manufacturer
affiliation. Credit applications generated by either dealer
direct or consumer direct programs are forwarded to the
company’s centralized credit department, with decisions
made based on the company’s standard underwriting
guidelines and credit scoring model. The decision-making
process involves three steps: the creditworthiness of the
borrower and the terms of the proposed transaction are
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be evaluated, the loan documentation and collateralization is
intentionally listed here more than once. reviewed by the company’s funding department and then the
Tommy A. Moore, Jr., CEO additional collateral verification procedures and customer
Blaise Rodon, COO/Sr. VP interviews are conducted. Many of the company’s customers
Tommy A. Moore, Jr., Pres. have experienced credit difficulties due to illness, divorce, job
Bennie H. Duck, CFO/Exec. VP loss, reduction in pay or other adversities, but who appear to
Bennie H. Duck, Corp. Sec. the company to have the capability and commitment to meet
Bennie H. Duck, Treas. their obligations. Through its credit evaluation, First
Tommy A. Moore, Jr., Chmn.
Investors seeks to distinguish potential borrowers from
Phone: 713-977-2600 Fax: 800-528-2384 applicants who are chronically poor credit risks. The
Toll-Free: 800-603-4484 company primarily originates receivables from refinancing
Address: 675 Bering Dr., Ste. 710, Houston, TX 77057 US existing loans originally financed by an unaffiliated third party
originator and through the automobile dealers that operate
under franchises from the major automobile manufacturers.
In addition to originating receivables from the indirect and
direct programs, the company does occasionally acquire
seasoned receivables in portfolio acquisitions or from other
third party originators.
First Investors provides its employees with a range of
benefits including flexible spending accounts, health care
consultation services, employee referral awards and service
awards.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: FIFS.PK
2007 Sales: $62,540 2007 Profits: $3,192 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $46,740 2006 Profits: $2,445 Employees: 193
2005 Sales: $36,600 2005 Profits: $ 684 Fiscal Year Ends: 4/30
2004 Sales: $38,600 2004 Profits: $ 34 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $237,165 Bonus: $53,821
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $235,096 Bonus: $25,000
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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FISHER & COMPANY INC www.fisherco.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Parts Manufacturer
Seat Components Fisher & Company, Inc., through its Fisher Dynamics and
Seatbelts Fisher Corporation subsidiaries, manufactures seating
systems and safety-critical precision metal parts for the
automotive industry. Fisher Corporation, founded in 1947,
manufactures a variety of safety-critical precision metal
parts, including transmission stampings, engine stampings,
vehicle interior stamping components, aerospace stampings,
specialized underhood tube formed mounting brackets, seat
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: frame stampings and tight tolerance stampings, for
Fisher Dynamics customers in North America, Europe and Asia. The
Fisher Corporation
subsidiary has a range of capabilities including mig welding,
resistance welding, small-to-medium gauge stampings, fine
blanking, tube forming, broaching, reverse extrusion and
large stamping. Fisher Dynamics is a leading designer and
manufacturer of seat mechanisms for the automotive
industry, with manufacturing operations in Michigan,
Tennessee, Mexico and China. The subsidiary produces
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be approximately 28 million seat mechanisms annually,
intentionally listed here more than once. including structures, modular seating components, recliners,
Alfred J. (Al) Fisher, III, Pres. armrest applications, latches, headrest applications and
Rob Nalette, Dir.-Human Resources second and third row mechanisms. Fisher Dynamics
John Whalen, Dir.-Eng. additionally maintains customer and engineering facilities in
Michael Muzzin, Dir.-Bus. Dev. Germany, India and Japan.
Alfred J. Fisher, Jr., Chmn.
Phone: 586-746-2000 Fax: 586-296-1607
Toll-Free:
Address: 33180 Fisher Dr., St. Clair Shores, MI 48082 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 1,550
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y

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FISKER AUTOMOTIVE www.fiskerautomotive.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Sports Car Manufacturing
Fisker Automotive, a joint venture between Fisker
Coachbuild LLC and Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies
Worldwide, Inc., is a California-based car company that
designs, markets and manufactures premium plug-in hybrid
automobiles. The company’s flagship vehicle, the Karma
sedan, is powered by Quantum Technologies’ Q-DRIVE
technology, which features an electric engine powered by a
battery pack, with a gasoline engine supplying backup
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: power. The Karma features two driving modes: Stealth and
Fisker Coachbuild LLC Sport. The Stealth Drive mode is optimized for efficiency,
Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide Inc
and the Sport Drive mode delivers the car’s full spectrum of
power. The car, while achieving an estimated 100 mpg, has
the capability of accelerating from 0-60 mph in six seconds
and a top speed of 125 mph. The car features a low center
of gravity for optimal sport vehicle driving dynamics and
regenerative brakes to recapture braking energy. The
Karma will be offered in four door sedan and convertible
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be models with pricing to start at $87,900. Initial production is
intentionally listed here more than once. anticipated to be 15,000 vehicles annually. Thirty-two
Henrik Fisker, CEO retailers have agreed to carry the vehicles. In 2009, the
Bernhard Koehler, COO company received an additional round of venture capital
Victor (Vic) Doolan, Dir.-Retail Dev. totaling $85 million.
Phone: 714-888-4255 Fax: 949-757-4230
Toll-Free:
Address: 19 Corporate Park, Irvine, CA 92606 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Joint Venture
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: QUANTUM FUEL SYSTEMS
TECHNOLOGIES WORLDWIDE INC
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES INC www.fleetwood.com


Industry Group Code: 336120 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 7 Profits: 9
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Y Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Recreational Vehicles
Manufactured Housing Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc. is one of the nation's largest
Motor homes manufacturers of factory-built housing and recreational
Travel Trailers vehicles. The company’s production includes motor homes,
Toy Haulers travel trailers, folding trailers and toy haulers. It is also one
of the nation's largest producers and retailers of
manufactured housing. The company manufactures several
brand names, including Jamboree and Tioga (Class C);
Terra, Fiesta and Bounder (Gas); Expedition, Discovery and
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Providence (Diesel); American Heritage, Quantum and Regal
Jamboree (Luxury 5th Wheels); Terry and Prowler (Travel Trailers/Fifth
Tioga
Wheels); Pegasus and Orbit (Ultra Lites); and GearBox and
American Heritage
Quantum
Formula (Toy Haulers). Trendsetter Homes, part of the
Regal company’s housing division, uses building materials supplied
GearBox by many major brands, including Georgia Pacific, Whirlpool,
Trendsetter Homes Moen and Sherwin-Williams. Trendsetter Homes also uses
Pegasus many environmentally friendly building alternatives, such as
Greenfiber insulation and pre-consumed recycled wood fiber.
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be In April 2008, the company sold its corporate campus in
intentionally listed here more than once. Riverside, California, for $23.5 million (the location remains
Elden L. Smith, CEO their corporate headquarters). Also in April 2008, Fleetwood
Elden L. Smith, Pres. definitively agreed to sell Fleetwood Folding Trailers, Inc. In
Andrew M. Griffiths, CFO/Exec. VP 2008, the firm launched Fleetwood Financial Services (FFS),
JoAnne Foist, Dir.-Mktg. Svcs. an RV finance unit that will provide retail financing to
Michael B. Shearin, Sr. VP-Human Resources customers and benefits to its RV dealers. In October 2008,
Todd L. Inlander, CIO/Sr. VP the firm closed and consolidated its Paxinos, Pennsylvania,
Michael B. Shearin, Sr. VP-Admin. motor home production plant into its Decatur, Indiana factory.
Leonard J. McGill, General Counsel/Corp. Sec.
James F. Smith, VP-Oper.
In November 2008, the company announced that it would
Leonard J. McGill, Sr. VP-Bus. Dev. close six of its house manufacturing plants, located in
Kathy A. Muson, Dir.-Investor Rel. California, Florida, Georgia (2), North Carolina and Kentucky.
Lyle Larkin, VP-Treas. One of these Georgia factories was their Trendsetter Homes
Paul C. Eskritt, Pres., Recreational Vehicle Group factory. In March 2009, Fleetwood filed voluntary Chapter 11
Charles E. Lott, Exec. VP/Pres., Housing Group petitions for itself and some of its subsidiaries; it plans to
James F. Smith, Controller continue both its manufacturing and motor home businesses,
Thomas B. Pitcher, Chmn. though the company is seeking buyers for these divisions.
Larry L. Mace, Sr. VP-Supply Group
Phone: 909-351-3500 Fax: 909-351-3690
Toll-Free:
Address: 3125 Myers St., Riverside, CA 92513 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $1,659,980 2008 Profits: $-1,013 U.S. Stock Ticker: FLTW
2007 Sales: $1,919,347 2007 Profits: $-89,961 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $2,348,382 2006 Profits: $-28,437 Employees: 6,400
2005 Sales: $2,374,700 2005 Profits: $-161,500 Fiscal Year Ends: 4/30
2004 Sales: $2,607,988 2004 Profits: $-22,261 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $873,000 Bonus: $527,311
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $520,700 Bonus: $171,531
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 3 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

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FLETCHER JONES MANAGEMENT GROUP INCwww.fletcherjones.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Fletcher Jones Management Group, Inc. operates 17
automobile dealerships. The company has a 225,000-
square-foot superstore in Las Vegas, Nevada; an 186,000-
square-foot dealership in Newport Beach, California; two in
Fremont, California; two dealerships in Chicago; six in
Hawaii; and two additional dealerships in Las Vegas,
Nevada. Fletcher Jones Management is one of the top
Mercedes-Benz dealers in the U.S. Four of its dealerships,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: including its two largest, specialize in selling cars from that
Mercedez Benz of Chicago automaker. Besides Mercedes-Benzes, the company also
Fletcher Jones of Chicago
sells automobiles from Audi, Ford, Honda, Infiniti, Jaguar,
Fletcher Jones Imports: Mercedez Benz
Fletcher Jones Toyota
Land Rover, Lexus, Nissan, Porsche, Toyota and
Fletcher Jones Motorcars of Fremont Volkswagen. In 2008, the company announced plans to
Porsche of Fremont open several dealerships in Ontario, Canada by December
Hilo Honda 2009.
Landrover of Honolulu

CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be
intentionally listed here more than once.
Fletcher Jones, Jr., CEO
Tom Downer, COO
Fletcher Jones, Jr., Pres.
Shawn Dettrey, CFO
Garth Blumenthal, Gen. Mgr.
Phone: 702-739-9800 Fax: 702-739-0486
Toll-Free:
Address: 7300 W. Sahara Ave., Las Vegas, NV 89117 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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FORD MOTOR CO www.ford.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 4 Profits: 26
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Y Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Manufacturer
Automobile Financing Ford Motor Company operates in two segments: automotive
Fuel-Cell & Hybrid Research and financial services. The automotive segment designs,
manufactures, sells and services cars and trucks. Ford sold
approximately 6.5 million vehicles worldwide in 2007 under
the brands Ford, Mercury, Lincoln and Volvo. The firm
provides after-sale vehicle services and products through
approximately 16,700 franchised dealerships, such as
maintenance and repair; vehicle accessories; and extended-
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: service warranties. Ford markets these products and
Lincoln Mercury services under brands including: Genuine Ford; Lincoln-
Motorcraft
Mercury Parts and Service; Ford Extended Service Plan; and
Volvo Car Corporation
Ford Sync
Motorcraft. Ford has a 33.4% stake in Mazda Motor
Taurus X Corporation. Ford’s financial services segment, run through
Mazda Motor Corporation the Ford Motor Credit Company LLC, offers vehicle-related
Ford Motor Credit Company (The) financing, leasing and insurance. New vehicles recently
F-Series Super Duty introduced include the Taurus X and Ford Flex, both full-size
crossover vehicles; the F-Series Super Duty; and the Ford
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Escape Hybrid E85. Ford partnered with Microsoft to offer
intentionally listed here more than once. Ford Sync, the firm’s first voice-activated in-car
Alan Mulally, CEO communications and entertainment system for mobile
Alan Mulally, Pres. phones and music players. In March 2007, Ford agreed to
James D. Farley, VP-Mktg. & Comm. sell its subsidiary Automotive Protection Corp. to an affiliate
Felicia J. Fields, VP-Human Resources & Corp. Svcs. of Stone Point Capital LLC. In May 2007, Ford sold Aston
Gerhard Schmidt, VP-Research Martin. In June 2008, the firm sold Jaguar Land Rover to
Nicholas J. Smither, CIO/VP Tata Motors. Also in June 2008, the company sold assembly
Gerhard Schmidt, CTO/VP plants in Georgia and Missouri. As of late 2008, Ford has
Gerhard Schmidt, VP-Advanced Eng.
David G. Leitch, General Counsel/Sr. VP
placed its Volvo unit up for sale, part of a continuing
Raymond F. Day, VP-Comm. downsizing and reorganization at Ford. The company hopes
Neil M. Schloss, Treas./VP to quickly introduce fully electric vehicles to the U.S. market.
Michael E. Banister, Exec. VP/CEO & Chmn.-Ford Motor Credit Co. The company offers its employees medical, dental and
Mark Fields, Exec. VP/Pres., Americas prescription insurance; life and disability insurance; a savings
John Fleming, CEO/Pres., Ford Europe plan; relocation packages; gift matching; dependent
J C. Mays, VP-Design/Chief Creative Officer scholarships; recreation programs; tuition assistance; vehicle
William C. Ford, Jr., Exec. Chmn.
John G. Parker, Exec. VP-APAC & Africa
purchase programs; and group rates on auto, home, and life
Thomas K. Brown, Sr. VP-Global Purchasing insurance.
Phone: 313-322-3000 Fax: 313-845-6073
Toll-Free: 800-555-5259
Address: 1 American Rd., Dearborn, MI 48126 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $146,277,000 2008 Profits: $-14,672,000 U.S. Stock Ticker: F
2007 Sales: $172,455,000 2007 Profits: $-2,723,000 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $160,065,000 2006 Profits: $-12,613,000 Employees: 300,000
2005 Sales: $176,835,000 2005 Profits: $1,440,000 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $172,316,000 2004 Profits: $3,038,000 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $2,000,000 Bonus: $7,000,000
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $1,255,634 Bonus: $2,850,000
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 5 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

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FORD MOTOR COMPANY OF CANADA www.ford.ca


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Y Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Y Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobiles, Manufacturing
Dealerships Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited (Ford Canada), a
Parts Manufacturing subsidiary of Ford Motor Company, is an automobile
Auto Financing & Leasing manufacturer. The firm’s manufacturing operations are
Hybrid & Electric Vehicles located in Ontario and include vehicle assembly at Oakville
and St. Thomas, powertrain component manufacturing at
Windsor and micro-electronic assembly at Ford Electronics
Manufacturing (an affiliate of Ford Canada). The company’s
models include the Freestar minivan; the Thunderbird and
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Mustang sports cars; the Focus, Fusion, Taurus, Five
Ford Motor Co Hundred and Grand Marquis sedans; the Escape, Explorer
Ford Credit Canada
Sport Trac, Escape Hybrid, Freestyle, Explorer, Expedition
Ford Electronics Manufacturing
Thunderbird
and Excursion SUVs; the Ranger, F-150, F-250 Super Duty,
Explorer F-350 Super Duty and E-Series trucks; the E-Series
E-Series commercial vehicles; as well as Lincoln models, including the
Freestar Zephyr, LS, Mark LT truck, Town Car, Aviator SUV and
Lincoln Navigator SUV. Ford Canada also operates two parts
distribution centers and oversees approximately 540 Ford
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be and Ford-Lincoln dealerships. Through Ford Credit Canada,
intentionally listed here more than once. the company provides auto leasing and financing for new
Barry Engle, CEO and used vehicles. The company has a lineup of several
Barry Engle, Pres. concept cars, including the Ford F350 TONKA, the Ford
Francisco N. (Cisco) Codina, Grp. VP-Mktg., Sales & Svc., Ford North Amer. SYNus (which resembles armored cars and is described as a
Stacey Allerton Firth, VP-Human Resources rolling urban command center), the Model U (featuring a
Dean Stoneley, VP-Mktg. hydrogen combustion engine), the Interceptor (a modern
Phone: 905-845-2511 Fax: 905-844-8085 interpretation of the full-size American sedan), the Ford
Toll-Free: Airstream (created in partnership with Airstream, the car is a
Address: The Canadian Rd., P.O. Box 2000, Oakville, ON L6J futuristic crossover concept electric vehicle), as well as the
5E4 Canada Ford Mustang Giugiaro (the Ford classic with a distinctly
Italian flair, along with a twin-screw supercharger, boosting
the engine output to 500hp). The firm began production of
the Lincoln Town Car, along with the Ford Crown Victoria
and Mercury Grand Marquis at its St. Thomas facility in
January 2008. All three vehicles are flexible fuel vehicles
(FFV), capable of operating on ethanol fuel.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $15,023,000 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: FORD MOTOR CO
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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FORD MOTOR CREDIT CO www.fordcredit.com


Industry Group Code: 522220 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 2 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Y Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Financing
Insurance Ford Motor Credit Co., an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary
Leasing of Ford Motor Company, is one of the largest companies in
Loans & Mortgages the world dedicated to automotive finance, offering financial
Fleet Financing services to vehicle buyers in 36 countries. The firm offers a
Dealer Financing wide variety of automotive financing products to and through
automotive dealers throughout the world. The company
operates through brands such as Ford Credit, Volvo Car
Finance, Mazda American Credit and PRIMUS Financial
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Services. Its primary financing products fall into three
Ford Credit categories: retail financing, wholesale financing, and other
Volvo Car Finance
financing. Retail financing includes purchasing retail
Mazda American Credit
PRIMUS Financial Services
installment sale contracts and retail lease contracts from
Ford Motor Co dealers and offering financing to commercial customers,
primarily vehicle leasing companies and fleet purchasers, to
lease or purchase vehicle fleets. Wholesale financing makes
loans to dealers to finance the purchase of vehicle inventory,
also known as floorplan financing. Other financing includes
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be making loans to dealers for working capital; improvements to
intentionally listed here more than once. dealership facilities; and to purchase and finance dealership
Michael E. Bannister, CEO real estate. Ford Motor Credit Co. also services the finance
Kenneth R. Kent, CFO/Vice Chmn. receivables and leases it originates and purchases; makes
John T. Noone, Exec. VP/Pres., Global Mktg. & Sales loans to Ford affiliates; purchases certain receivables of Ford
Kenneth R. Kent, Treas. and its subsidiaries and provides insurance services related
Michael E. Bannister, Chmn. to its financing programs. The company earns revenue
Phone: 313-322-3000 Fax: 313-323-2959 primarily from: payments made under retail installment sale
Toll-Free: 800-727-7000 contracts and leases that it purchases; interest supplements
Address: 1 American Rd., Dearborn, MI 48126 US and other support payments from Ford and affiliated
companies; and payments made under wholesale and other
dealer loan financing programs.
Ford offers its employees pay-for-performance programs that
include bonus awards. The firm also provides skill
development training, employee discounts on Ford products
and tuition reimbursement. Additionally, employees have the
opportunity to work at any Ford location around the world.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $18,638,000 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $17,247,000 2006 Profits: $1,283,000 Employees: 11,100
2005 Sales: $16,480,000 2005 Profits: $1,904,000 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $17,882,000 2004 Profits: $2,862,000 Parent Company: FORD MOTOR CO
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Y Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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FUEL SYSTEMS SOLUTIONS INC www.fuelsystemssolutions.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 72 Profits: 45
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturer
Fuel Components & Systems Fuel Systems Solutions, Inc., formerly IMPCO Technologies,
Powertrain Services & Engineering Inc., designs, manufactures, markets and supplies advanced
systems that store gaseous fuels and monitor and control the
pressure and flow of those fuels in internal combustion
engines. The company operates through two main
segments, organized around its two subsidiaries: the
industrial segment consisting of IMPCO Technologies, Inc.,
based in California; and the transporation segment,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: consisting of BRC S.r.L., based in Cherasco, Italy. Fuel
Powertrain Integration, LLC Systems Solutions has over 140 distributors and dealers in
B.R.C. Società a Responsabilità Limitata
53 countries. The company’s products improve efficiency,
Fuel Systems Solutions, Inc.
Zavoli S.r.L.
enhance power output and reduce emissions by
electronically sensing and regulating the proper proportion of
fuel and air required by the internal combustion engine. The
company’s products include those for fuel delivery, such as
pressure regulators, fuel injectors, flow control valves; for
electronic controls, including solid-state components and
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be proprietary software to monitor and optimize fuel pressure
intentionally listed here more than once. and flow; for gaseous fuel internal combustion engines; and
Mariano Costamagna, CEO for systems integration, including support to integrate the
Brad Garner, COO/VP gaseous fuel storage and delivery, and to meat aftermarket
Matthew Beale, Pres. requirements. The company also designs, assembles and
Bill Larken, CFO markets ancillary components required for complete systems
Mike Laplante, Dir.-Sales & Mktg. operation on alternative fuels. Fuel Systems products meet
Tim Ko, VP-IT California Air Resources Board, Environmental Protection
Matthew Beale, Corp. Sec. Agency and European ECE-ONU standards. In 2007, sales
Bill Larken, Treas.
to distributors accounted for 61.3% of revenue, while sales to
Phone: 714-656-1300 Fax: 714-656-1401 original equipment manufacturers accounted for 38.7%.
Toll-Free: 800-994-6726 Products marketed by Fuel Systems include the VFF30-2
Address: 3030 S. Susan St., Santa Ana, CA 92704-6435 US Vacuum Fuel Lockoff, CA100 Carburetor; CA125 Mixer;
Model J Converter; the Spectrum series industrial fuel
systems; the Eclipse Engine Management System; and
IMPCO Gaseous Fuel Engines. In 2007, the firm acquired
the private Italian manufacturer and distributor of aftermarket
conversion kits Zavoli S.r.L.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: FSYS
2007 Sales: $265,331 2007 Profits: $5,883 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $220,816 2006 Profits: $6,912 Employees: 1,002
2005 Sales: $174,539 2005 Profits: $-10,354 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $118,292 2004 Profits: $-15,879 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $411,222 Bonus: $11,128
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $360,000 Bonus: $135,551
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD (SUBARU) www.fhi.co.jp


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 20 Profits: 19
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Y Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Manufacturing
Engines Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. (FHI), perhaps best known for its
Aircraft Manufacturing & Components Subaru cars, is a transportation conglomerate that also
Buses manufactures buses, railcars, engines, aircraft components
Railcars and specialty vehicles. It operates four segments:
Specialty Vehicles Automotive, which generated 89.6% of 2007 sales;
Sanitation Vehicles aerospace, 6.3%; industrial products, 3.3%; and other,
Waste Treatment & Recycling Technology mainly eco technologies, 0.8%. The automotive division
does business as Subaru, the Japanese name for the
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Pleiades star-cluster, which also inspired Subaru’s star-
Subaru cluster logo. The division’s cars include all-wheel-drive
Subaru of America, Inc.
vehicles such as the Outback and Forester models, which
Robin
Outback
are unique in that they are built on small-car platforms but
Forester have a sport utility vehicle (SUV) look and feel. Other
Subaru Research and Development, Inc. models built by Subaru include Baja, Impreza, Legacy, Justy
Robin Europe Industrial Engine and Equipment and the B9 Tribeca. The Subaru engine incorporates an
Robin Manufacturing U.S.A. unusual design, called the Horizontally-Opposed Boxer
Engine, which the firm claims reduces vibration and is
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be generally more compact than other designs. The firm’s
intentionally listed here more than once. aerospace operations include the design and manufacture of
Ikuo Mori, CEO fixed wing aircraft and parts. In addition to its own branded
Ikuo Mori, Pres. offerings including the T-1, T-3 and T-5 defense trainer jets,
Kazushige Okuhara, Exec. VP-Subaru Global Mktg. this division is responsible for the design and building of the
Kazushige Okuhara, Gen. Mgr.-Human Resources center wing section of the Boeing 767 and 777. FHI’s
Shunsuke Takagi, Exec. VP-Bus. Process & Info. Mgmt. industrial products division manufactures Robin brand
Shoichi Washizu, Exec. VP/Chief Gen. Mgr.-Subaru Eng. Div. engines, which are mostly used in applications such as
Hiroshi Komatsu, Sr. Exec. VP-Mfg. & Industrial Prod. Company rammers, compressors and generators. Finally, the
Shunsuke Takagi, Exec. VP-Gen. Admin.
Shunsuke Takagi, Exec. VP-Legal/Sec.
company’s eco technologies division focuses on the
Shunsuke Takagi, Exec. VP-Strategy Dev. manufacture of sanitation and recycling vehicles, as well as
Shunsuke Takagi, Exec. VP-Corp. Comm. joining with partner companies to develop waste treatment
Shunsuke Takagi, Exec. VP-Finance, Acct. & Internal Audit and recycling technologies. FHI has operations throughout
Hiroyuki Oikawa, Chmn.-Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc. Asia as well as in the U.S., Canada and Europe, through
Norihisa Matsuo, Exec. VP-Eco Tech./Pres., Aerospace subsidiaries including Subaru of America, Subaru Research
Masatsugu Nagato, Exec VP/Chief Gen Mgr-Subaru Overseas Sales & Mktg and Development, Fuji Heavy Industries U.S.A, Robin
Hiroyuki Oikawa, Exec. VP-Subaru of America, Inc. Europe Industrial Engine and Equipment and Robin
Hiroshi Komatsu, Sr. Exec. VP-Purchasing, Cost Planning & Mgmt. Manufacturing U.S.A. In all, the firm has 109 subsidiaries
Phone: 81-3-3347-2111 Fax: 81-3-3347-2338 and nine affiliates.
Toll-Free:
Address: Subaru Bldg., 1-7-2 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo,
160-8316 Japan
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $15,867,800 2008 Profits: $186,510 U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $14,948,200 2007 Profits: $319,000 Int’l Ticker: 7270 Int’l Exchange: Tokyo-TSE
2006 Sales: $14,763,700 2006 Profits: $156,100 Employees: 26,115
2005 Sales: $14,464,900 2005 Profits: $182,400 Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $13,625,800 2004 Profits: $365,900 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y

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GALPIN MOTORS INC www.gogalpin.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 16 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Specialty Service: Y Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks: Y
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Car Rental Services Galpin Motors, Inc. operates four car dealerships and an
Vehicle Customization integrated series of web sites, selling new and used vehicles
in California. Although founded by Frank Galpin in 1946, the
company has been owned and operated by the Boeckmann
family since 1960. The company sells nine main vehicle
makes: Ford, Jaguar, Volvo, Lincoln, Honda, Mazda,
Mercury, Saturn and Aston Martin. Galpin's dealerships
have featured exhibits, circuses and charity ceremonies. For
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: example, its Galpin Mazda of Santa Clarita location is also
Horseless Carriage Restaurant home to an in-showroom Starbucks Coffee franchise. The
Galpinizing
company also operates the Horseless Carriage Restaurant
Galpin Mazda of Santa Clarita
inside its flagship North Hills dealership. Besides selling
cars, Galpin also rents vehicles and customizes in a process
it calls Galpinizing, offering distinctive treatments like the
Tailgate Party Truck, featuring a built-in barbecue grill,
blender, DVD/TV combo and refrigerated beer kegs.
Customers can also select from a diverse range of high-
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be performance engine options ranging from 500 horse power
intentionally listed here more than once. Ford Racingcrate engines to Roush engines.
Herbert F. (Bert) Boeckmann II, Pres. Galpin provides its employees with a vehicle purchase plan,
Phil Marshall, CFO/Gen. Bus. Mgr. among other benefits.
Tawny Arnaud, VP-Sales
Joyce McNeely, Dir.-Human Resources
Alan Skobin, General Counsel/VP
Beau Boeckmann, VP-Future Planning & Dev.
Beau Boeckmann, VP-Internet
Karl Boeckmann, VP
Beau Boeckmann, VP-Galpinizing & Vehicle Customization
Beau Boeckmann, VP-Promotions, Advertising & Mktg.
Phone: 818-787-3800 Fax: 818-778-2210
Toll-Free: 800-256-7137
Address: 15505 Roscoe Blvd., North Hills, CA 91343 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $198,900 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 600
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Y Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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GAZ GROUP www.eng.gazgroup.ru


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: T Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Y Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Manufacturing
Auto Parts & Components Manufacturing Gaz Group, established in 2005, is Russia’s largest
automotive manufacturer of light commercial vehicles
(LCVs), buses, passenger cars, road construction machines,
industrial trucks and power train components. The company
operates 18 car manufacturers in 10 regions of Russia. Gaz
Group’s primary manufacturing locations and plants include
the Commercial Vehicle Plant, in Nizhny Novgorod, which
makes the GAZelle and Sobol brand of light commercial
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: vehicles; the Pavlovo Bus Plant, which produces the PAZ
Volga brand of buses for urban, suburban and intercity uses; the
Sadko
LDV Van Plant, located in the U.K., which manufactures the
Valday
PAZ
MAXUS brand of light commercial vehicles; the Likino Bus
MAXUS Plant, which builds the LiAZ brand of buses; the Avtodizel
YaMZ Plant, in Yaroslavl, Russia, which produces Russia’s leading
URAL diesel engines under the YaMZ brand; and the Ural Truck
TvEX Plant, which makes the URAL brand of heavy on and off-
road all wheel drive (AWD) cargo vehicles. In June 2007,
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Gaz developed a 40-ton crane truck modeled on the URAL
intentionally listed here more than once. road truck. In June 2007, the company invested $446.4
Lars Eberhardson, CEO million in a diesel engine manufacturing plant in Yaroslavl. In
Vyacheslav Shmatov, CFO April 2008, Gaz Group announced a contract with the
Enrico Damiano, Dir.-United Eng. Russian government to supply 750 11-seated GAZelle buses
Michael Postavnin, Dir.-Strategic Dev. to 76 federal regions throughout the country. In July 2008,
Elena Matveeva, Dir.-Corp. Comm. the company began production of the Volga Siber, a new
Leonid Dolgov, Dir.-Passenger Car Div. vehicle developed in cooperation with Chrysler.
Igor Kulgan, Dir.-Powertrain Div.
Igor Ryzhkov, Dir.-Resource Protection
Sergey Zanozin, Chmn.
Yury Ushakov, Dir.-Procurement
Phone: 7-8312-990990 Fax:
Toll-Free:
Address: 88, Pr. Lenina, Nizhny Novgorod, 603004 Russia
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: GAZA
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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GE EQUIPMENT SERVICES www.ge.com/company/businesses/equipment.html


Industry Group Code: 532120 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems: Y
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Y Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Y Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks: Y
RVs: Specialty: Y
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Transportation Equipment Leasing
Rail Freight Forwarding GE Equipment Services, a subsidiary of General Electric
Vehicle Rental Services Capital Solutions, helps medium-sized and large businesses
Modular Buildings in more than 30 countries around the world to manage,
Fleet Management Services finance and operate their supply chain. The company offers
a full range of equipment leasing and intelligence-based
asset management and logistics services to manufacturers,
retailers and shippers, The company is one of the leading
providers of cars, vans, trucks, trailers, railcars and modular
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: buildings, through four businesses: GE Rail Services, Trailer
General Electric Capital Solutions Fleet Services, TIP Trailer Services and Asset Intelligence.
GE Rail Services
GE Rail Services provides railroad and intermodal fleet
Trailer Fleet Services
TIP Trailer Services
management services and leases approximately 165,000 rail
Asset Intelligence cars and 120,000 intermodal trailers, containers and chassis
VeriWise Asset Intelligence Platform throughout North America. The division’s services include
Terion, Inc. Maintenance MAX, a suite of railcar maintenance and
Titagarh Wagons, Ltd. administrative services; the Repair Solutions Program, railcar
repair services that are customized to meet customer
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be specifics; and VeriWise RAIL and VeriWise INTERMODAL,
intentionally listed here more than once. which use remote monitoring technology to determine the
Deborah Reif, CEO location of a fleet. The Trailer Fleet Services division
Deborah Reif, Pres. maintains a diverse fleet of over 135,000 vehicles that
Joe Lattanzio, Exec. VP-Bus. Dev./Acting Pres., GE Rain Svcs. distributes products through a network of over 100 branches
Joe Artuso, Pres./CEO-Trailer Fleet Svcs. throughout the U.S. The fleet includes dry vans, flat beds,
Sameer Gaur, Exec. VP/Rail Bus. Leader, GE Rain Svcs. refrigerated vans, double vans, electronic vans, specialized
Dan Werrell, Exec. VP-Oper., GE Rail Svcs. trailers, plate vans, postal spec vans, liftgates, storage and
Phone: 230-357-4000 Fax: 230-357-6489 cartage vans and curtain side vans. TIP Trailer Services
Toll-Free: provides transportation, logistics, leasing, rental and
Address: 260 Long Ridge Rd., Stamford, CT 06927 US maintenance services to European fleets. The company’s
Asset Intelligence division utilizes the latest in wireless
communications and web technologies with its VeriWise
Asset Intelligence Platform to drive efficiency and
productivity throughout the supply chain in all of its fleet,
freight and maintenance operations. In January 2007, GE
Equipment Services acquired Terion, Inc., a wireless data
communication and information services provider. In July
2007, the company formed a strategic agreement with
Titagarh Wagons, Ltd., to advance India’s rail infrastructure.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: GENERAL ELECTRIC CO (GE)
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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GEICO CORPORATION www.geico.com


Industry Group Code: 524126 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 4 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Insurance-Direct Property & Casualty
Automobile Insurance GEICO Corporation and its affiliates, GEICO General
Homeowners' Insurance Insurance, GEICO Indemnity and GEICO Casualty, provide
automobile, homeowner and other types of insurance under
the GEICO and GEICO Direct brand names. The group
insures more than 8.5 million automobile owners
representing more than 14.4 million vehicles. Traditionally,
the company provided insurance to low-risk groups, but it
has begun to sell policies to high-risk drivers as well. GEICO
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: offers emergency road service and motorcycle insurance.
GEICO Casualty From its 12 regional offices throughout the nation, the
GEICO Direct
company offers 24-hour-a-day service, seven-days-a-week.
GEICO General Insurance
GEICO Indemnity
In addition to auto insurance, the company also provides
insurance for boats, all terrain vehicles (ATVs), homes,
apartments and mobile homes. The firm utilizes direct
marketing, as opposed to insurance agents. Its direct
marketing channels include mail, TV, radio and the Internet.
GEICO provides e-billing on its web site, offering customers
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be e-mail notification of bills, as well as the ability to view, pay
intentionally listed here more than once. and maintain a billing history online. The company offers
Tony Nicely, CEO discount programs and service options to the U.S. military.
Tony Nicely, Pres. GEICO’s controlling company, Berkshire Hathaway, Inc., is a
William C. E. Robinson, Corp. Sec. global investment and holding conglomerate. Berkshire
Nancy Pierce, VP-Claims Home Office Oper. owns additional insurance industry holdings, including the
Charles G. Schara, Treasurer reinsurance firm General Re and the United States Liability
Lou Simpson, Pres./CEO-Capital Oper. Insurance Group.
John Izzo, Regional VP-Mid Atlantic Oper.
Shawn Burklin, Regional VP-Southeast Oper. The company offers its employees medical and dental
Lou Simpson, Pres./CEO-Capital Oper. coverage; life insurance; disability plans; scholarships
Tony Nicely, Chmn. programs for associates’ children; a 401(k) plan; and paid
Phone: 301-986-3000 Fax: 301-718-5236 college tuition for associates.
Toll-Free:
Address: 5260 Western Ave., Chevy Chase, MD 20815 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $11,806,000 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $11,055,000 2006 Profits: $1,314,000 Employees: 22,354
2005 Sales: $10,101,000 2005 Profits: $1,221,000 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $8,915,000 2004 Profits: $970,000 Parent Company: BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY INC
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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GENERAL MOTORS CORP (GM) www.gm.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 2 Profits: 27
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other: Y
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Y Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile, Truck & Engine Manufacturing
Locomotives General Motors Corp. (GM) is engaged in the worldwide
Automotive Electronics development, production and marketing of cars, trucks,
Security & Information Services automotive systems and locomotives. The firm sells eight
Financing & Insurance brands of automobiles in the U.S.: Chevrolet, Pontiac, Buick,
Parts & Service Cadillac, GMC, Saturn, Hummer and Saab. International
Transmissions brands include Opel, Vauxhall, Daewoo, Isuzu and Holden.
Engines GM parts and accessories are marketed under the GM, GM
Goodwrench and ACDelco brands through GM's service and
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: parts division, while its engines are marketed through GM
GM Daewoo Auto and Technology Co Powertrain. The company’s 49%-owned subsidiary, General
Adam Opel AG
Motors Acceptance Corporation (GMAC), provides financing,
Vauxhall Motors Ltd
Saab Automobile AB
residential mortgage services, automobile service contracts
OnStar Corporation and insurance coverage. GM’s OnStar subsidiary is an
GM Holden Ltd industry leader in vehicle safety, security and information
Saturn Corp services and serves more than 2 million subscribers. The
Volt firm also has equity ownership stakes directly or indirectly
through various regional subsidiaries, including GM Daewoo
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Auto & Technology Company, New United Motor
intentionally listed here more than once. Manufacturing, Inc., Shanghai General Motors Co., Ltd.,
Frederick A. Henderson, CEO SAIC-GM-Wuling Automobile Company Ltd. and CAMI
Frederick A. Henderson, COO Automotive Inc. In November 2008, the company sold its
Frederick A. Henderson, Pres. remaining stake in Suzuki Motor Corp. After a disastrous
Ray G. Young, CFO/Exec. VP 2008 and huge financial losses, GM accepted $13.4 billion in
Jonathan Browning, VP-Global Sales, Service & Mktg. Oper. bailout funds from the U.S. government, and it hopes to
Kathleen S. Barclay, VP-Global Human Resources receive an additional $16.6 billion. Further, the company
Lawrence D. Burns, VP-R&D seeks $7.7 billion from the U.S. Department of Energy for the
Ralph J. Szygenda, CIO/VP
Robert A. Lutz, Vice Chmn.-Global Prod. Dev.
development of efficient cars. GM plans to sell or close
James E. Queen, VP-Global Eng. Saab, Hummer and Saturn. Saab filed for bankruptcy in
Gary L. Cowger, VP-Global Mfg. & Labor Rel. February 2009. In April 2009, GM announced plans to
Robert S. Osborne, General Counsel/VP phase out the Pontiac brand by the end of 2010. The firm
Lawrence S. Barclay, VP-Strategic Planning expects large labor concessions from its unions. Despite
Steven J. Harris, VP-Global Comm. these efforts, bankruptcy remains a possibility. To some
Nicholas S. Cyprus, Chief Acct. Officer/Controller extent, GM is pinning its future hopes on a yet-to-be-
Thomas G. Stephens, Exec. VP-Global Powertrain & Global Quality launched electric car concept named Volt.
Troy A. Clarke, VP/Pres., GM North America
Nancy E. Polis, Corp. Sec.
Walter G. Borst, Treas.
G. Richard Wagoner, Jr., Interim Chmn.
Kent Kresa, VP/Pres., GM Europe
Bo I. Andersson, VP-Global Purchasing & Supply Chain
Phone: 313-556-5000 Fax: 313-556-5108
Toll-Free:
Address: 300 Renaissance Ctr., Detroit, MI 48265 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $148,979,000 2008 Profits: $-30,860,000 U.S. Stock Ticker: GM
2007 Sales: $179,984,000 2007 Profits: $-38,732,000 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $204,467,000 2006 Profits: $-1,978,000 Employees: 243,000
2005 Sales: $193,050,000 2005 Profits: $-10,417,000 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $195,351,000 2004 Profits: $2,701 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $1,283,333 Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $1,162,500 Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 9 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

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GENERAL MOTORS OF CANADA LTD www.gm.ca


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobiles, Manufacturing
Car & Truck Assembly General Motors of Canada, Ltd. (GM Canada), a subsidiary
Parts Manufacturing & Assembly of General Motors, is Canada’s largest assembler and
manufacturer of cars, trucks, engines and components. It
operates six factories throughout the country. The firm’s two
car and truck assembly plants produce the Chevrolet Impala
and Buick Allure cars as well as Chevrolet and GMC light
duty pick-up trucks. The Oshawa metal center produces
parts for the Oshawa car and truck assembly centers, as well
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: as other corporate customers, while the components plant
General Motors Corp (GM) produces transmission components and automotive forgings
CAMI Automotive, Inc.
that are shipped to other GM plants. The St. Catherine’s
Oshawa Service Parts Operations
Buick Regal
engine plant machines parts and assembles GM’s brand of
Buick Century Vortec engines, including the 4.0L, 5.3L and 5.7L V8 GEN III
Pontiac Grand Prix engines. The St. Catherine’s Components Plant
Chevrolet Silverado manufactures specific engine components, such as
GMC Sierra aluminum blocks, cast-iron blocks, cranks, heads, rods and
cams for GM plants throughout North America. The Windsor
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be transmission plant manufactures front-wheel-drive, automatic
intentionally listed here more than once. transmissions and transmission components for other GM
Arturo S. Elias, Managing Dir. facilities. CAMI Automotive, Inc., a joint venture between
Arturo S. Elias, Pres. GM Canada and Suzuki Motor Corp. of Japan, currently
John P. Stapleton, CFO produces the Chevy Equinox. In addition, the company
Marc Comeau, VP-Vehicle Sales, Service & Mktg. operates parts distribution centers throughout Canada, as
Neil J. Macdonald, General Counsel/VP/Sec. well as Oshawa Service Parts Operations, which provides
John P. Stapleton, VP-Finance support for the Canadian parts distribution centers and
David W. Paterson, VP-Corp. & Environmental Affairs delivers GM parts and products to dealers and AC Delco
Phone: 905-644-5000 Fax: 905-644-4762 distributors across Canada. GM Canada is Canada’s largest
Toll-Free: exporter of vehicles, exporting the majority of its vehicles to
Address: 1908 Colonel Sam Dr., Main Mailing Department, the U.S. Through its London diesel division, the firm also
Oshawa, ON L1H 8P7 Canada manufactures diesel electric freight and passenger
locomotives for both North American and export markets. In
2007, the GM Canada represented 24% of Canadian vehicle
sales in 2007, with 403,712 vehicles sold.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $30,793,000 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: GENERAL MOTORS CORP (GM)
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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GENTEK INC www.gentek-global.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 62 Profits: 35
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturer
Performance Chemicals GenTek, Inc. is a holding company whose subsidiaries
manufacture industrial components and performance
chemicals. The company operates in two primary business
segments: manufacturing and performance chemicals. The
manufacturing segment provides a broad range of
engineered components and services to the automotive and
industrial markets. This segment’s automotive products
include components for valve-train systems; computer-aided
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: and mechanical vehicle and component testing services; and
Precision Engine Products Corp. fluid transport and handling equipment. The performance
General Chemical LLC
chemicals segment provides a broad range of value-added
GAC MidAmerican, Inc.
Chalum
chemical products and services to four principle markets:
Repauno Products, LLC water treatment; chemical processing; pharmaceutical and
Bay Chemical and Supply Company personal care; and technology. This segment’s offerings
include aluminum sulfate (the firm is one of the largest North
American producers); ferric sulfate and other specialty
flocculents (polymer-based materials used for settling and/or
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be separating solids from liquids); ammonium sulfate and
intentionally listed here more than once. sodium nitrite; sulfuric acid regeneration services, pollution
William E. Redmond, Jr., CEO abatement and sulfur recovery services; active chemical
William E. Redmond, Jr., Pres. ingredients used in the manufacture of antiperspirants,
Thomas B. Testa, CFO/VP nutritional supplements and veterinary health products; and
Robert Novo, VP-Human Resources ultrahigh-purity electronic chemicals. GenTek operates over
James Imbriaco, General Counsel/VP 50 manufacturing and production facilities located primarily in
Greg Gilbert, VP/General Manager-GT Technologies the U.S. and Canada. In February 2007, the company sold
Robert Novo, VP-Environmental, Health & Safety its Noma wire and cable harness assembly business to
Vincent J. Opalewski, VP/General Manager-General Chemical Performance Ch
John G. Johnson, Jr., Chmn.
Electrical Components International Holdings Co. for $75
million; and announced that subsidiary General Chemical
Phone: 973-515-0900 Fax: 973-515-3229 LLC (GC) acquired Chalum, an Arizona-based aluminum
Toll-Free: sulfate producer. In July 2007, GenTek sold its Defiance
Address: 90 E. Halsey Rd., Parsippany, NJ 07054 US Testing and Engineering Services, Inc. business to Ashok
Leyland located in Chennai, India for roughly $17 million. In
December 2007, the firm acquired Bay Chemical and Supply
Company for $7 million. In February 2008, the firm sold
Reheis, Inc. and its Anti Perspirant Actives business to
Summit Research Labs, Inc.; the sale did not include its
vaccine adjuvants and high purity potassium chloride
businesses or New Jersey and Texas facilities, which will be
retained by GC.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: GETI
2007 Sales: $608,219 2007 Profits: $29,767 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $593,254 2006 Profits: $-2,103 Employees: 1,475
2005 Sales: $556,497 2005 Profits: $- 822 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $531,123 2004 Profits: $195,318 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $653,333 Bonus: $656,000
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $306,000 Bonus: $240,000
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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GENTEX CORPORATION www.gentex.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 60 Profits: 22
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Specialty Automobile Parts Manufacturer
Electro-Optic Technology Gentex Corporation designs, develops, manufactures and
Rearview Mirrors & Mirror Sub-Assemblies markets proprietary products employing electro-optic
Headlight Systems technology including automatic-dimming rearview mirrors for
Smoke Alarms & Smoke Detectors the automotive industry and fire protection products primarily
for the commercial building industry. Its interior night vision
safety (NVS) mirror is an electrochromic automatic-dimming
interior rearview mirror. Through the use of electrochromic
technology, the mirror continually varies and automatically
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: darkens to eliminate rearview headlight glare. The company
Night Vision Safety (NVS) Mirror has also introduced an exterior NVS mirror sub-assembly,
SmartBeam
which works as a complete glare-control system with the
interior NVS Mirror. Gentex supplies automatic-dimming
rearview mirrors for Cadillac, Buick, Chevrolet, Saturn, Ford,
Kia, Hummer, BMW, Fiat and other manufacturers. The
mirrors are standard or option equipment in over 150
vehicles, including the Ford Expedition, Ford F150, Lincoln
Navigator, Lincoln Mark LT, Mazda CX-9 and Toyota Camry.
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be SmartBeam, the company's headlamp control system,
intentionally listed here more than once. automatically turns vehicle high beams on and off according
Fred Bauer, CEO to surrounding traffic conditions. Customers for this product
Steve Dykman, CFO include BMW and Audi. Gentex is currently making three
Dennic Alexejun, VP-North American Automotive Mktg. exterior mirror sub-assembly products: thin glass flat, convex
Bruce Los, VP-Human Resources and aspheric. The company also manufactures LED turn
Tom Guarr, VP-Chemical Research signals for side-view mirrors, as well as 60 different models
John Carter, VP-Eng. & Mechanical of smoke alarms and smoke detectors, combined with over
Connie Hamblin, Corp. Sec. 160 different models of signaling appliances. All of its smoke
John Arnold, VP-Oper.
Connie Hamblin, VP-Corp. Comm.
detectors and alarms rely on a photoelectric principle to
Connie Hamblin, VP-Investor Rel. detect smoke. Gentex also develops dimmable aircraft
Steve Dykman, VP-Finance windows for the passenger compartment of the new Boeing
Enoch Jen, Sr. VP 787 Dreamliner. Gentex, along with HaloSource, Inc.,
Bill Tonar, VP-Advanced Materials & Process Dev. develops protective chemical/biological apparel, strippable
Scott Edwards, VP-Fire Protection Prod. barriers, reactive coatings and air and water purification
Fred Bauer, Chmn. products for the U.S. Department of Defense. The first
Jim Hollars, Sr. VP-Int'l shipments of dimmable aircraft windows for Boeing were
Mark Newton, VP-Purchasing & Electrical Eng. delivered in October 2007.
Phone: 616-772-1800 Fax: 616-772-7348 Gentex offers its employees a benefits package including
Toll-Free: educational assistance; free coffee, tea and soft drinks; and
Address: 600 N. Centennial St., Zeeland, MI 49464 US a professional yet casual workplace environment free of
hierarchy and bureaucracy.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: GNTX
2007 Sales: $653,933 2007 Profits: $122,130 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $572,267 2006 Profits: $108,761 Employees: 2,718
2005 Sales: $536,483 2005 Profits: $109,527 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $505,666 2004 Profits: $112,657 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Y Top Exec. Salary: $388,984 Bonus: $73,316
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Y Second Exec. Salary: $220,330 Bonus: $71,523
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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GENUINE PARTS COMPANY www.genpt.com


Industry Group Code: 441310 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits: 2
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing: Y
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Parts, Retail
Industrial Replacement Parts Genuine Parts Company (GPC) distributes automotive
Office Products Distribution replacement parts, industrial replacement parts, office
Electrical & Electronic Materials products and electrical/electronic materials. The company
operates in the U.S., Canada and Mexico, from
approximately 2,000 locations. The Automotive Parts Group
distributes automotive replacement parts and accessory
items through the National Automotive Parts Association
(NAPA), a voluntary trade association for the distribution of
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: automotive parts, of which GPC holds 95% ownership. The
NAPA (National Automotive Parts Association) Automotive Parts Group includes NAPA stores owned in the
UAP, Inc.
U.S. by GPC and stores in Canada operated by UAP, a
Motion Industries, Inc.
motionindustries.com
wholly-owned subsidiary. It provides over 375,000 different
MiSupplierConnect parts and operates a web site at NapaOnline.com, through
inMotion which customers can order parts and locate NAPA stores.
S.P. Richards Company The company operates 58 domestic NAPA automotive parts
EIS, Inc. distribution centers located in 39 states and approximately
1,100 domestic company-owned NAPA Auto Parts stores
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be located in 43 states. GPC’s Industrial Parts Group distributes
intentionally listed here more than once. industrial bearings and power transmission equipment
Thomas C. Gallagher, CEO replacement parts, including hydraulic and pneumatic
Thomas C. Gallagher, Pres. products, material handling components, agricultural and
Jerry W. Nix, CFO irrigation equipment and related supplies. Distribution in this
R. Bruce Clayton, Sr. VP-Human Resources sector is done through its wholly-owned subsidiary Motion
Jerry W. Nix, Exec. VP-Finance Industries, Inc., which processes activities through three
Larry R. Samuelson, Pres., U.S. Automotive Parts Group distinct programs: motionindustries.com, an Internet-based
Robert J. Susor, Exec. VP procurement system; MiSupplierConnect, a manufacturer
Paul Donahue, Exec. VP
Thomas C. Gallagher, Chmn.
communication and fulfillment system; and inMotion, an
internal employee communication source and operational
Phone: 404-953-1700 Fax: reporting system. This division operates 470 branches, 10
Toll-Free: distribution centers and 35 service centers with over 80,000
Address: 2999 Circle 75 Pkwy., Atlanta, GA 30339 US different items. The Office Products Group, operated
through the wholly-owned subsidiary S. P. Richards
Company, is engaged in the wholesale distribution of office
and other business-related products for the daily operation of
businesses, schools, offices and institutions. The
Electrical/Electronic Materials Group, through EIS, Inc.,
distributes more than 100,000 items, from insulating and
conducive materials to assembly tools and test equipment, to
North American electrical and electronic manufacturers. EIS
also has three manufacturing facilities that provide custom
fabricated parts.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: GPC
2007 Sales: $10,843,195 2007 Profits: $506,339 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $10,457,942 2006 Profits: $475,405 Employees: 32,000
2005 Sales: $9,783,050 2005 Profits: $437,434 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $9,097,267 2004 Profits: $395,552 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $835,000 Bonus: $1,332,340
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $480,000 Bonus: $517,055
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

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GEORG FISCHER LTD www.georgfischer.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 25 Profits: 11
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Components
Iron Casting Georg Fischer Ltd. is a design and manufacturing firm with
Manufacturing Technology 150 subsidiaries operating through three divisions:
Machine Tools automotive, piping systems and machine tools. The
Piping Systems automotive division designs and manufactures cast
Design components and systems for auto chassis, powertrains and
Control systems bodies. The firm performs large-scale iron casting, sand and
die casting and pressure die casting of iron and light metals.
In addition, the firm sells automotive products such as
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: mounting plates, mounting kits and the TRILEX Wheel
Agie Charmilles Group System. The piping systems division supplies plastic and
Actspark
metal piping systems for industrial applications, gas and
Engemaq
Mikron
water utilities and construction projects. Products include
Step-Tec industrial piping systems; piping system control and
Central Plastics regulation products; distribution systems for gas and water;
Alfa Plastics Inc drinking water installation systems; and machines and tools
JRG Gunzenhauser AG for jointing plastic and metal piping systems. The division
has a sales presence in over 100 countries to ensure round-
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be the-clock customer support. The machine tools segment,
intentionally listed here more than once. also know as AgieCharmilles Group, designs and
Yves Serra, CEO manufactures precision machinery for tool and mold making.
Yves Serra, Pres. The firm’s wire-cut and die sinking electric discharge
Stephan Wittmann, Dir.-Human Resources machines (EDM) and high-speed milling (HSM) technologies
Roland Groebil, Sec. create forms down to the micro and nano ranges. Molds are
Ernst Willi, Dir.-Corp. Dev. produced for the mass production of consumer goods such
Bettina Schmidt, Head.-Comm. as phone handsets, as well as for complex, customized
Daniel Boesiger, Head-Investor Rel. precision components. The segment produces products
Roland Abt, Dir.-Finance & Controlling
Josef Edbauer, Dir.-GF Automotive
under a number of brand names, including Agie, Charmilles,
Pietro Lori, Dir.-GF Piping Systems Actspark, Engemaq, Mikron, Step-Tec, System 3R and
Michael Hauser, Dir.-GF AgieCharmilles Intech EDM. In 2008, the company acquired Central
Barbara Senn, Head-Corp. Compliance Plastics, a supplier of piping systems to gas and water
Martin Huber, Chmn. utilities, as well as Alfa Plastics Inc. and JRG Gunzenhauser
Phone: 41-52-631-1111 Fax: 41-52-631-2837 AG.
Toll-Free:
Address: Amsler-Laffon-Strasse 9, Schaffhausen, CH-8201
Switzerland
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $3,949,130 2008 Profits: $61,030 U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $3,977,430 2007 Profits: $216,690 Int’l Ticker: FI-N Int’l Exchange: Zurich-SWX
2006 Sales: $4,007,500 2006 Profits: $226,700 Employees: 14,326
2005 Sales: $3,655,100 2005 Profits: $153,500 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $2,713,100 2004 Profits: $80,470 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 3 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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GKN PLC www.gknplc.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 16 Profits: 8
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts-Manufacturing & Engineering
Aerospace Engineering GKN PLC is a world leader in automotive and aerospace
Driveshaft System Products engineering. GKN has a global presence in more than 30
Powder Metallurgy different countries. The firm's businesses are divided into
Off Highway Components three groupings: automotive, powder metallurgy and
Engineering Support Services aerospace. Its automotive business includes five divisions:
Helicopters & Military Vehicles Driveshafts, AutoStructures, Torque Technology, Cylinder
Propulsion System Components Liners and Emitec, a joint venture. The driveshaft division
designs and manufactures constant velocity jointed (CVJ)
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: sideshafts and propeller shafts for passenger cars and light
Teleflex Aerospace Manufacturing Group commercial vehicles. The torque technology division
AutoStructures
develops products to improve vehicle traction and stability.
Torque Technology
Cylinder Liners
AutoStructures is a U.K.-based business that manufactures,
Emitec develops and designs automobile chassis systems, modules
GKN Sinter Metals and other structural assemblies. The company owns 59% of
Hoeganaes the Chinese based cylinder liner division, which produces
truck engine cylinder liners mainly for the Chinese market.
Emitec, 50% owned by Siemens AG and 50% by the
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be company, designs and manufactures catalyst support
intentionally listed here more than once. materials for automotive exhaust systems. The powder
Kevin Smith, CEO metallurgy group includes GKN Sinter Metals, Hoeganaes,
Maureen Constantine, Group Dir.-Human Resources OffHighway and Industrial Distribution Services divisions.
Grey Denham, Group Sec. Sinter Metals produces high-performance automotive parts
William Seeger, Dir.-Finance such as lubricated bearings and steering mechanisms.
Nigel Stein, CEO-Automotive Hoeganaes supplies raw powdered metal materials in the
Marcus Bryson, CEO-Aerospace U.S., Germany and Romania. The OffHighway division
Arthur Connelly, CEO-Driveline Driveshafts supplies components and systems to the mining, forestry,
Andrew R. Smith, CEO-Sinter Metals
Roy Brown, Chmn.
construction and agriculture industries. GKN’s industrial and
distribution services division offers repair and replacement
Phone: 44-1527-517-715 Fax: 44-1527-517-700 services as well as operating warehouses and manufacturing
Toll-Free: facilities. The company’s aerospace group has three
Address: Ipsley House, Ipsley Church Ln., P.O. Box 55, divisions: Propulsion Systems and Special Products;
Redditch, Worcestershire B98 OTL UK Aerostructures North America; and Aerostructures Europe.
GKN Aerospace manufactures and designs canopy systems,
de-icing systems and complex metal alloy structures for both
civilian and military aircraft. In July 2008, KGN Areospace
signed a lifetime contract with Honeywell Engines for the
design, manufacture and integration of nacelle systems for
its HTF7000 series business jet turbofan engine. In
September 2008, the company agreed to acquire the wing
component manufacturing business of Airbus.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $6,491,970 2008 Profits: $-158,740 U.S. Stock Ticker: GKNLY
2007 Sales: $5,739,820 2007 Profits: $293,740 Int’l Ticker: GKN Int’l Exchange: London-LSE
2006 Sales: $7,147,710 2006 Profits: $357,980 Employees: 38,147
2005 Sales: $6,366,780 2005 Profits: $102,970 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $6,075,300 2004 Profits: $-200,700 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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GLOBAL MOTORSPORT GROUP INC www.customchrome.com


Industry Group Code: 336991 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Motorcycle Parts & Accessories
Global Motorsports Group, Inc. designs, manufactures,
distributes and sells custom parts and accessories for
applications in Harley-Davidson motorcycles. It operates
through several business units, including Custom Chrome,
Santee, Custom Chrome Europe and Motorcycle Stuff.
Through Custom Chrome, the company is the largest
independent supplier of aftermarket parts and accessories
for Harley-Davidson motorcycles. The firm’s own products
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: are marketed under the brand names RevTech, Custom
Regency Chrome, Santee, Jammer, Regency, Chrome Gear and C.C.
Custom Chrome
Rider. Some of the firm’s new products include Vulcan
Chrome Gear
Jammer
engineering coil brackets, crime scene choppers rapid
Santee headlights and motor factory organic brake pads. Other
RevTech products include bike kits, high-performance engines,
C.C. Rider exhaust systems, wheels and tires, frames, sheet metal, oil
tanks, tires, saddle bags, seats, hats and jackets. In 2008,
the firm agreed to be acquired by Dae IL USA, the North
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be American subsidiary of Dae IL Corp, a Korea-based car parts
intentionally listed here more than once. manufacturer.
John Lott, CEO
Frank Esposito, Pres.
Steve Veltri, VP-Sales
Phone: 408-778-0500 Fax: 408-782-6603
Toll-Free:
Address: 16100 Jacqueline Ct., Morgan Hill, CA 95037 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 680
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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GM DAEWOO AUTO AND TECHNOLOGY CO www.gmdaewoo.co.kr


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobiles, Manufacturing
Marketing GM Daewoo Auto and Technology Co. primarily
manufactures vehicles in the Asia-Pacific region. Formerly a
member of the South Korean industrial conglomerate
Daewoo Group operating under the name Daewoo Motor
Company, the firm has been controlled by General Motors
Corp. (GM) since 2002. The largest shareholders of the firm
are GM, which currently owns 51% of the company; Suzuki
Motor Corp., 11%; and Shanghai Automotive Industry Corp.,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: 10%. Creditors own the remainder of the firm. GM
Daewoo Group Daewoo's models include the Matiz, Lacetti and Gentra mini-
Daewoo Motor Co.
cars, as well as the Tosca sedan, G2X sports car, Winstorm
General Motors Corp (GM)
Suzuki Motor Corp
sport utility vehicle (SUV), Damas van and Labo medium
Shanghai Automotive Industry Corp truck. Former models offered by the firm include the Rezzo,
Matiz Statesman, Caravan, Gemini and Saemaeul Pickup. It also
Lacetti manufactures and sells vehicles under other brand names,
Winstorm including Chevrolet, Buick, Pontiac and Suzuki. GM Daewoo
sold almost 1.9 million vehicles during 2007, 90% of which
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be were exported to over 150 markets. Besides manufacturing
intentionally listed here more than once. vehicles, the firm does marketing work to advance GM and
Michael Grimaldi, CEO Saab products in Korea; and produces various GM branded
Michael Grimaldi, Pres. vehicle components, including Holden engines, Allison
Mark James, CFO transmissions and ACDelco service parts. GM Daewoo has
Dong-Woo Jang, VP-Personnel Department vehicle manufacturing facilities in Bupyeong, Gunsan and
Steve Clarke, VP-Technical Center Changwon, Korea; and a power train plant in Boryung, Korea
Tae-Wan Kim, VP-Design Ctr. that manufactures aluminum heads and blocks as well as
Ki-Joon Yu, Sr. VP-Mfg. Oper. transmissions. Additionally, the firm assembles cars and
Mark James, VP-Admin.
Rick LaBelle, VP-Commercial Oper.
buses in its VIDAMCO facility in Hanoi, Vietnam. Research
Sergio Rocha, VP-Planning and development takes place at the Daewoo Design Center
Jay Cooney, VP-Comm. & Public Policy and GM Daewoo Technical Center. Current research
Mark James, VP-Finance projects include hybrid vehicles, concept cars and hydrogen
Dong-ho Lee, Pres., Daewoo Motor Sales fuel cells.
James Deluca, VP-Quality
Ronald D. Yuille, VP-Powertrain
Josef Edlinger, VP-Global Purchasing & Supply Chain
Phone: 82-32-520-2114 Fax: 82-32-520-4610
Toll-Free:
Address: 199 Chongchon-dong, Pupyong-ku, Incheon, Korea
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 900
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: GENERAL MOTORS CORP (GM)
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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GM HOLDEN LTD www.holden.com.au


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 28 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Y Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Y Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Manufacturing
Light Commercial Vehicle Manufacturing GM Holden, Ltd., a subsidiary of General Motors Corp. (GM),
Engine and Parts Manufacturing is an Australian manufacturer and distributor of automobiles
Retail Dealerships and light commercial vehicles; engines; components; and
Fleet Leasing and Management parts. The company currently produces over 152,000
Financial Services vehicles and 325,000 engines annually and sells over
174,000 vehicles annually through its 310 dealers. The
company has 12 authorized service centers. Holden
markets shared models of other GM producers under its own
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: name, including Opel’s Vectra and Astra. Customers have
General Motors Corp (GM) access to a full line of passenger vehicles ranging from
Holden National Leasing Services
economy cars to luxury sedans, with models including the
Holden Financial Services
Holden Special Vehicles
Barina, Astra, Vectra, Viva, Epica, Berlina, Calais, Tigra,
Barina Statesman, Caprice, HSV and Commodore. The Adventra is
Astra a sports utility vehicle (SUV). Light commercial trucks and
Commodore vehicles include the Ute, Crewman and Rodeo models.
Monaro Associated company Holden Special Vehicles also offers a
niche line of premium performance luxury cars sourced from
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Holden assembly lines. The company exports approximately
intentionally listed here more than once. 60,000 Holden vehicles and 211,000 Holden engines
Mark Reuss, Managing Dir. annually. The Commodore model is exported to markets in
Mark Bernhard, CFO the Middle East, North America, Brazil, New Zealand, Fiji,
Alan Batey, Exec. Dir.-Sales, Mktg. & Aftersales South Africa and Brunei. The Statesman and Caprice
Scott Sandefur, Exec. Dir.-Human Resources models are exported to New Zealand and the Middle East,
Pierre Matthee, CIO and recently to China and Korea. Additionally, the Ute,
Tony Hyde, Exec. Dir.-Eng. & Design Adventra and Crewman models are exported to South Africa
Rod Keane, Exec. Dir.-Mfg. and New Zealand. Engines are exported to South Korea,
Robert Pantano, Exec. Dir.-Planning & Program Mgmt.
Jason Laird, Exec. Dir.-Corp. Affairs
China, Thailand, South America, Italy, Germany, Sweden,
Richard Miziewicz, Exec. Dir.-Customer Satisfaction & Quality Austria and South Africa. Holden Financial Services and
Greg Tyus, Exec. Dir. Holden National Leasing Services, both operated by General
Mark Reuss, Chmn. Motors Acceptance Corporation (GMAC), offer finance,
Raymundo Garza, Exec. Dir.-Global Purchasing & Supply Chain leasing and insurance packages specifically designed for
Phone: 61-3-9647-1111 Fax: 61-3-9647-2550 Holden retailers and customers, and fleets, respectively.
Toll-Free: Holden’s employee benefits include continuing education
Address: 191 Salmon St., Port Melbourne, VIC 3207 Australia support, on-site medical centers, employee assistance,
vehicle purchase and lease plans, subsidized cafeterias and
on-site banking.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $4,891,300 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: GENERAL MOTORS CORP (GM)
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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GMAC INSURANCE HOLDINGS INC www.gmacinsurance.com


Industry Group Code: 524126 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Insurance, Direct Property & Casualty
Auto Dealership & Auto Insurance GMAC Insurance Holdings, Inc. is a subsidiary of GMAC
Homeowners Insurance Financial Services. The company sells car, commercial
Reinsurance vehicle and motorcycle specialty insurance primarily for
Online Services drivers who do not qualify for standard insurance. The firm
provides a wide range of insurance coverage to individuals
as well as businesses. These include personal lines,
mechanical coverage, commercial lines and reinsurance.
Personal lines include automobile, motorcycle, recreational
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: vehicle, homeowners' and umbrella liability insurance.
GMAC Financial Services Commercial lines include coverage for dealership inventories
SmartInspectSM
financed by GMAC. Reinsurance coverage involves the
SmartValet
firm’s acceptance of a portion of the property and liability risk
exposures written by other insurance companies. GMAC
Insurance’s business insurance solutions include package
policies for single company vehicles or fleets, as well as
commercial auto, dealer auto physical damage and
reinsurance. The company also provides a broad range of
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be insurance products to dealerships, including employee group
intentionally listed here more than once. health and employee benefits, wholesale inventory coverage,
Arturo M. Raschbaum, Pres. mechanical service contracts and employee personal auto
Bernard J. Buselmeier, coverage. With over 100 offices located across the U.S. and
John C. Beattie, VP-Human Resources international operations in Europe, Latin American and Asia,
William F. Muir, Chmn. the firm insures about 1 million policyholders. The
Phone: 314-493-8000 Fax: 314-493-8114 company’s web sites allow agents to obtain customer policy
Toll-Free: information, order supplies, retrieve policy information, make
Address: 13736 River Port Dr., Ste. 700, Maryland Heights, MO payments and contact their agent. In October 2007, the firm
63043 US introduced its SmartValet service as part of rental coverage;
this service covers transportation details after an accident,
including picking up damaged vehicles, returning the vehicle
once it is repaired, and delivering rental vehicles. In
February 2008, GMAC Insurance launched SmartInspectSM,
which would allow customers to request a re-inspection and
approval of all repair work for free.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $5,616,000 2006 Profits: $1,127,000 Employees: 3,800
2005 Sales: $4,259,000 2005 Profits: $417,000 Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $3,983,000 2004 Profits: $329,000 Parent Company: GMAC FINANCIAL SERVICES
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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GMAC LLC www.gmacfs.com


Industry Group Code: 522220 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits: 5
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Y Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Financing
Leasing Services GMAC LLC, formerly General Motors Acceptance
Insurance Corporation, founded in 1919, is a global financial services
Mortgage Banking company providing automotive finance, real estate finance,
Bank Holding Company insurance and commercial finance in roughly 40 countries. A
Commercial Credit consortium of investors led by Cerberus Capital
Commercial Mortgages Management, L.P. acquired a 51% controlling interest in
Residential Mortgages GMAC from General Motors (GM) in 2006. GMAC operates
in four primary lines of business: global automotive finance;
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: mortgage, through wholly owned subsidiary Residential
GMAC Mortgage Capital LLC, or ResCap; insurance; and other. The
Cerberus Capital Management LP
automotive finance segment offers wholesale and retail
Residential Capital LLC (ResCap)
GMAC Bank
automotive financing services primarily to franchised GM
GMAC-CIS dealers and their customers, and operates through two
General Motors Acceptance Corporation divisions: North American Automotive Finance operations
and International Automotive Finance. Through ResCap, the
company originates, purchases, sells and securitizes
residential mortgage loans, primarily in the U.S.; provides
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be collateralized lines of credit; and provides specialty financing
intentionally listed here more than once. and equity capital to residential land developers and
Alvaro G. de Molina, CEO homebuilders. GMAC’s insurance offerings include
William F. Muir, Pres. automobile service contracts, personal automobile insurance
Robert S. Hull, CFO coverages, selected commercial insurance coverages and
Sanjay Gupta, Chief Mktg. Officer other consumer products. The company’s other solutions
Anthony S. (Tony) Marino, Chief Human Resources Officer include commercial finance services, such as asset-based
Cliff Skelton, CIO lending, structured finance, factoring, health capital and
William B. Solomon, Jr., General Counsel resort finance; equity investments; and other corporate
Toni Simonetti, Chief Comm. Officer
Jeffrey Brown, Treas.
offerings. GMAC Bank is an online bank offering money
Samuel Ramsey, Chief Risk Officer market savings accounts and fixed-rate certificates. In
William (Bill) Hall, Jr., Pres./CEO-GMAC Commercial Finance February 2008, Russian subsidiary GMAC-CIS began
Thomas Marano, Chmn./CEO-Residential Capital LLC providing wholesale services to GM dealers in Russia. Also
Michele E. Lieber, VP-Govt. Rel. in February 2008, GMAC announced plans to restructure its
Lenard B. Tessler, Chmn. North American auto finance business which include merging
Phone: 313-556-5000 Fax: a number of separate business offices into five regional
Toll-Free: centers located in Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Pittsburgh and
Address: 200 Renaissance Ctr., Detroit, MI 48265-2000 US Toronto. In September 2008, ResCap announced plans to
close its 200 GMAC Mortgage retail offices. In December
2008, the company received approval to change its status to
that of bank holding company, which will provide it with
access to federal government funding and support.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: GMA
2007 Sales: $21,187,000 2007 Profits: $-2,332,000 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $23,103,000 2006 Profits: $2,125,000 Employees: 26,700
2005 Sales: $21,312,000 2005 Profits: $2,282,000 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $20,325,000 2004 Profits: $2,894,000 Parent Company: CERBERUS CAPITAL MANAGEMENT
LP
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 3 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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GOODYEAR TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY (THE) www.goodyear.com


Industry Group Code: 326200 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 4 Profits: 4
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Y Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Tire Manufacturing
Automotive Service Shops The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company is one of the world’s
Resins & Latex leading manufacturers of tires and rubber-related chemicals
Synthetic Polymers for various applications. Goodyear is also one of the world’s
Industrial Chemicals largest operators of commercial truck service and tire
Belts & Hoses retreading centers. It operates more than 1,800 tire and auto
Blimps service center outlets, and manufactures products in 64
Retail Sales manufacturing facilities in 25 countries. In February 2008,
Goodyear combined the European Union and Eastern
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Europe, Middle East and Africa business units to form the
Goodyear EMEA unit. Goodyear operates through four business
Kelly
segments: North American Tire, EMEA Tire, Latin American
Lee
Fulda
Tire and Asia Pacific Tire. Goodyear manufactures rubber
Sava tires for automobiles, trucks, buses, aviation, motorcycles,
Dunlop farm implements, earthmoving equipment, industrial
Kelly Armorsteel KRH equipment and other applications. The company sells tires
Assurance under brands including Goodyear, Dunlop, Kelly, Fulda,
Debica, Sava, various other Goodyear-owned brands and
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be the private-label brands of certain customers. It also
intentionally listed here more than once. retreads truck, aviation and heavy equipment tires,
Robert J. Keegan, CEO manufactures and sells tread rubber and other tire retreading
Robert J. Keegan, Pres. materials; provides automotive repair services; and
W. Mark Schmitz, CFO/Exec. VP manufactures and sells flaps for truck tires and other types of
Kathleen T. Geier, Sr. VP-Human Resources tires. Approximately 88.6% of net sales in 2007 were from
Thomas A. Connell, CIO/VP the sale of new tires. In February 2008, Goodyear
Jean-Claude Kihn, CTO/Sr. VP introduced new tire product Assurance, a mid-tier product in
C. Thomas Harvie, General Counsel/Sr. VP Goodyear’s passenger tire family. In April 2008, Goodyear
Laura Thompson, VP-Bus. Dev.
Stephanie K. Wernet, VP-e-commerce
introduced a new Kelly Armorsteel KRH regional tire for
Charles L. Sinclair, Sr. VP-Global Comm. pickup and delivery and school buses, designed for uniform
Patrick Stobb, Dir.-Investor Rel. and long-lasting wear in regional applications.
Darren Wells, Sr. VP-Finance & Strategy Goodyear offers its employees benefits including medical
Isabel H. Jasinowski, VP-Gov't Rel. benefits; maternity and parental leave; adoption expense
Pierre E. Cohade, Pres., Asia Pacific reimbursement; job sharing; and development programs.
Eduardo A. Fortunato, Pres., Latin America
William M. Hopkins, VP-Advanced Concepts
Robert J. Keegan, Chmn.
Arthur de Bok, Pres., EMEA
Kevin A. Olifiers, VP-Supply Chain
Phone: 330-796-2121 Fax: 330-796-2222
Toll-Free:
Address: 1144 E. Market St., Akron, OH 44316 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: GT
2007 Sales: $19,644,000 2007 Profits: $602,000 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $18,751,000 2006 Profits: $-330,000 Employees: 72,000
2005 Sales: $19,723,000 2005 Profits: $228,000 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $18,353,000 2004 Profits: $115,000 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $1,176,667 Bonus: $8,800,000
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $550,000 Bonus: $2,140,000
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 4 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

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GREAT DANE LIMITED PARTNERSHIP www.greatdanetrailers.com


Industry Group Code: 336214 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Y Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Manufacturing-Truck Trailers
Used Trailer Sales Great Dane Limited Partnership, a unit of the Chicago-based
Accessories & Apparel investment group CC Industries, is one of the largest truck
trailer manufacturers in North America. The company
manufactures refrigerated trailers (reefers); dry freight vans,
including drop frame trailers for hauling furniture and
electronic equipment; open top trailers for hauling produce;
and flatbed or platform trailers for hauling machinery, steel
and other oversized or heavy products. In addition to its
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: other models, Great Dane recently introduced The
CC Industries Composite Van, a new dry freight van that offers superior
Superseal XLT
strength and durability than previously possible. Great Dane
ThermaCube
P-Series
also sells used trailers. The company’s web site allows
i-Van customers to search its used trailer inventory by type, year,
Freedom length, width and company branch/location. The company
ThermoGuard offers several unique products for its vehicles: Double Dex, a
PunctureGuard technology that creates a second deck for additional cargo;
CorroGaurd, a spray-in-place thermoplastic coating for
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be superior long-term protection from road abrasion and
intentionally listed here more than once. corrosion; PunctureGuard, a trailer liner designed to provide
Phillip Pines, COO better protection against interior forklift and cargo damage;
Phillip Pines, Pres. and ThermoGuard, a glass-reinforced, thermoplastic liner for
Brandie Fuller, VP-Mktg. refrigerated trailers. Great Dane has eight manufacturing
David Gilliland, VP-Oper. & Sales plants in the U.S., as well as distribution points across North
Tom Czapka, VP-Bus. Dev. and South America. The firm has branch locations in
Robert O'Boyle, Dir.-Used Trailer Division Charlotte, North Carolina; Lancaster, Pennsylvania and
Phone: 912-644-2100 Fax: 912-644-2166 Dallas, Texas. Its distribution network is composed of
Toll-Free: company-owned branches and full-line independent dealers,
Address: 602 E. Lathrop Ave., Savannah, GA 31402-0067 US as well as parts-only independent dealers.
Great Dane provides employees with a 401(k) plan, flexible
spending, profit/gain sharing, dependent day care spending
accounts. The company also provides cooperative education
programs for engineering students, which includes a
competitive salary and fully furnished housing.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 4,000
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Y Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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GROUP 1 AUTOMOTIVE INC www.group1auto.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 6 Profits: 6
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Y Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers
Auto Repair Services Group 1 Automotive, Inc. is a leading operator in the
Insurance Services automotive retailing industry. The company sells new and
Automotive Replacement Parts used cars and light trucks, provides maintenance and repair
Financing Services services, sells replacement parts and arranges vehicle
Collision Service Centers financing and insurance through its 104 dealership locations,
totaling 142 franchises. The dealerships offer 33 different
brands, including Ford, Toyota, Chevrolet, Dodge, Jeep and
Mercedes-Benz. Sales of import vehicles accounted for 55%
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: of all new car sales in 2007; followed by domestic, with 25%;
Chandlers Garage Holdings Ltd. and luxury, with 20%. Group 1 Automotive dealerships have
taken several steps toward building customer confidence in
their used vehicle inventory, including participation in
manufacturer certification processes. These processes
make used vehicles eligible for new vehicle benefits such as
new vehicle finance rates and extended manufacturer
warranties. In addition to its dealerships, the company owns
26 collision service centers. Group 1 Automotive operates
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be an aggressive acquisition program, through which the
intentionally listed here more than once. company pursues platform acquisitions of large, profitable
Earl J. Hesterberg, CEO and multi-franchise dealership groups in large metropolitan
Earl J. Hesterberg, Pres. and suburban geographic markets, as well as tuck-in
John C. Rickel, CFO/Sr. VP acquisitions, which are key, single-point dealerships that are
J. Brooks O'Hara, VP-Human Resources added to existing platforms. Group 1 uses Auto Exchange’s
James R. Druzbik, VP-Info. Systems vehicle management software to identify vehicle sales
Darryl M. Burman, General Counsel/VP/Corp. Sec. trends, conduct local market analyses and perform current
Randy L. Callison, Sr. VP-Oper. market appraisals. In February 2007, the company disposed
Randy L. Callison, Sr. VP-Corp. Dev.
Peter C. DeLongchamps, VP-Public Affairs & Manufacturer Rel.
of its Sandy Springs Ford store in Atlanta in accordance with
Lance A. Parker, Corp. Controller/VP the company’s plan of selling underperforming store
Kim Craig, Treas. locations. In March 2007, the company acquired Chandlers
Wade D. Hubbard, VP-Fixed Oper. Garage Holdings Ltd., a company comprised of three
J. Steve Waller, VP-Corp. Dev. BMW/Mini dealerships in southeastern England. In
John L. Adams, Chmn. December 2007, the firm acquired Mercedes-Benz, BMW
Gigi L. Myung, VP-Purchasing and Volkswagen franchises in Georgia and South Carolina,
Phone: 713-647-5700 Fax: 713-647-5858 and a Mercedes-Benz dealership in California. In January
Toll-Free: 2008, the firm acquired a Mercedes-Benz dealership in New
Address: 800 Gessner, Ste. 500, Houston, TX 77024 US York. In May 2008, the company acquired a BMW/MINI
dealership in Maryland.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: GPI
2007 Sales: $6,392,997 2007 Profits: $67,952 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $6,083,484 2006 Profits: $88,390 Employees: 8,932
2005 Sales: $5,969,590 2005 Profits: $54,231 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $5,435,033 2004 Profits: $27,781 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $1,000,000 Bonus: $160,000
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Y Second Exec. Salary: $425,000 Bonus: $158,100
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

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GROUP LOTUS PLC www.grouplotus.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Y Manufacturers: Y General Service: Y Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Y Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Manufacturing
Sports Car Design & Manufacturing Group Lotus plc, majority owned by Malaysian automobile
Design & Engineering Services manufacturer Proton Holdings Berhad, operates a group of
Consulting Services automotive divisions. The company’s two main lines of
Driving Instruction Facilities business are sports car manufacturing, through Lotus Cars
New & Pre-owned Sports Car Sales Ltd., and engineering consulting, through Lotus Engineering,
Automotive Accessories Inc. Lotus offers a broad range of sports cars, including the
Lightweight Aluminum Manufacturing Elise series; the Europa S; the 2-Eleven; the Exige, inspired
by racecar design; and the new Evora 2+2 coupe, introduced
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: in July 2008. Lotus Engineering provides consulting services
Proton Holdings Berhad including design, development and testing, as well as
Lotus Cars Ltd.
manufacturing and sale of finished products, to other
Lotus Cars USA, Inc.
Lotus Engineering, Inc.
carmakers. Lotus Cars USA, Inc. is responsible for sales,
Evora distribution and servicing of Lotus cars in North America
Spyker Cars N.V. through its dealer network. In March 2007, the company
Lotus Lightweight Structures released the Lotus 2-Eleven, a light-weight track car; and the
Holden Lightweight Structures, Ltd. Lotus Exige GT3 concept vehicle, built up to Gran Turismo
(GT) racing specs. In June 2007, Lotus Cars began retailing
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Lotus automobiles in South Korea through business partner
intentionally listed here more than once. LKO, Ltd. In July 2007, the Lotus Academy of Excellence
Michael J. Kimberley, CEO opened, giving new owners the opportunity to train on
Trevor Houghton-Berry, Head-Commercial Oper. Lotus’s test track with its test drivers. In January 2008, Lotus
James Stronach, Dir.-Finance Engineering entered a joint cooperation program with the
Geraint Castleton-White, Head-Powertrain, Lotus Engineering, Inc. King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST) to
Russell Carr, Head-Lotus Design promote ecologically driven automotive technology in Saudi
Paul Newsome, Managing Dir.-Lotus Engineering, Inc. Arabia. In February 2008, Lotus Engineering created a new
Michael J. Kimberley, Pres./CEO-Lotus Cars USA research and development group focused on hybrid and
Phone: 44-1953-608-000 Fax: 44-1953-608-300 electric vehicles. In May 2008, Lotus Cars signed a
Toll-Free: cooperation agreement with Spyker Cars N.V. to provide
Address: Potash Ln., Hethel, Norwich, Norfolk NR14 8EZ UK parts, platform and design services for future Spyker
vehicles. Also in May, Group Lotus created Lotus
Lightweight Structures after the acquisition of Holden
Lightweight Structures, Ltd. The new company, based at a
former Holden Lightweight site, will continue manufacturing
light weight aluminum and composite structures.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 1,508
2005 Sales: $303,900 2005 Profits: $-14,000 Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $263,500 2004 Profits: $ 400 Parent Company: PROTON HOLDINGS BERHAD
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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GUARDIAN INDUSTRIES CORP www.guardian.com


Industry Group Code: 327210 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Glass Manufacturing
Automotive Products Guardian Industries Corp. is a leading global manufacturer of
Building Materials float glass (a flat, clear glass) and fabricated glass products.
The company’s product lines include automotive
replacement glass, automotive products, building products,
glass products and architect resources. Guardian spans the
U.S. through its Glass Network, which includes over 4,500
company-owned and independent auto glass centers. The
company has 60 plants located throughout five continents,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: with operations in over 20 countries. Products include
Glass Network SunGuard Advanced Architectural Glass; DiamondGuard
SunGuard Advanced Architectural Glass
protective glass coating; ClimaGuard Low-E (low-emissivity)
DiamondGuard
ClimaGuard Low-E
insulating glass; ClimaGuard SPF UV radiation blocking
ClimaGuard SPF glass; ShowerGuard corrosion and discoloration resistant
ShowerGuard glass; Guardian UltraWhite low-iron glass with enhanced
Guardian UltraWhite light-transmitting properties and reduced green tint; Guardian
GRIP Tuning Fiberglass light-density fiberglass; GRIP Tuning automotive
aftermarket products; and SatinDeco acid-etched glass.
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Guardian’s automotive products segment specializes in
intentionally listed here more than once. vehicle glass, mouldings, grilles and other exterior trim
William M. (Bill) Davidson, CEO products. In May 2008, Guardian acquired Siegel-Robert
William M. (Bill) Davidson, Pres. Automotive, the automotive parts business of Siegel-Robert,
Jeffrey A. Knight, CFO Inc. and a leading manufacturer of chrome plated plastic
David Jaffe, General Counsel parts for the automotive industry in North America.
Jeffrey A. Knight, VP-Finance
Phone: 248-340-1800 Fax: 248-340-9988
Toll-Free:
Address: 2300 Harmon Rd., Auburn Hills, MI 48326-1714 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $5,330,000 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 19,000
2005 Sales: $5,000,000 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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GUIDE CORP www.guidecorp.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Part Manufacturing
Exterior Lighting Systems Guide Corporation, founded in 1906 as Guide Motor Lamp
Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) Company, is a leading supplier of exterior automotive lighting
systems to automobile manufacturers worldwide. Having
introduced the electric headlamp in 1908, Guide has played
a role in every major automotive lighting development since,
including the multibeam headlamp, turn signals, plastic
lenses, the lamp capsule concept and the retractable
headlamp controller. The company specializes in forward
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: lighting products (headlights); signal lighting, which includes
FastForward stop, turn and rear signals; license plate lamps; and dole
Dynamic Road Scene
lights. Guide’s FastForward and Dynamic Road Scene
AutoGuide
technologies allow engineers to better predict how their
products will work, reducing lead times and development
costs. Its lighting technologies are led by the AutoGuide
advanced frontlighting systems, which automatically rotate in
sync with the vehicle’s movement, keeping the beam on the
road. The firm also develops high-intensity discharge (HID)
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be bulbs, light emitting diodes (LEDs), neon lighting and
intentionally listed here more than once. halogen infrared bulbs to produce brighter lighting in a
George Sloan, Pres. smaller package at lower power levels and temperatures.
Paul E. Kerns, CFO/Exec. VP Guide’s products can be found on the Ford GT and Cadillac
Daniel G. Dobbins, Exec. VP-Sales, Mktg. & Program Mgmt. XLR luxury roadster, among others.
Joseph E. Ruffolo, Exec. VP-Human Resources Guide offers its employees tuition assistance and medical,
James F. Johnson, CIO/VP dental, vision, prescription, life and disability insurance.
Carlton Montague, VP-Salaried Personnel & Employee Benefits
Robert H. Stearns, VP-Industrial Rel.
Rusty McClanahan, Dir.-Quality Systems
Robert N. Anders, COO-North American Oper.
B. N. Bahadur, Chmn.
J. Thomas Bauner, VP-Materials Mgmt.
Phone: 765-221-7000 Fax:
Toll-Free:
Address: 600 Corporation Dr., Pendleton, IN 46064-8608 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 3,500
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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GULF STATES TOYOTA INC www.toyotatechs.com


Industry Group Code: 421110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Vehicle Distribution-Wholesale
Parts & Accessories Distribution-Wholesale Gulf States Toyota, Inc. distributes Toyota cars, trucks and
SUVs throughout the states of Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana,
Oklahoma and Mississippi. It also distributes Lexus luxury
automobiles and SUVs and sells parts and accessories to its
dealers. The firm is responsible for receiving Toyota, Scion
and Lexus cars when they are shipped to Houston and then
performing services that make these cars ready for dealers.
Gulf States provides dealership support to its nearly 145
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: dealers in this five-state region. Thomas Friedkin founded
Friedkin Companies Gulf States in 1969, and it is now owned by the Friedkin
Toyota
Companies. It is one of two privately owned companies with
Scion
Lexus
exclusive rights to distribute vehicles within the North
American Toyota distribution network. Among its dealer-
installed options the company offers XM Satellite Radio.
Gulf States services over 2 million vehicles per year. The
company produces over $4 billion in sales each year. In
November 2007, Gulf States Toyota agreed to open a
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be vehicle processing center in Temple. The $50 million, 100-
intentionally listed here more than once. acre facility is scheduled to open in 2011.
Toby Hynes, Pres./Gen. Mgr. Employees at service centers are offered training through
Frank Gruen, CFO Toyota's technical training and certification program; Toyota
J.C. Fassino, Sr. VP-Mktg. factory training at Houston and Dallas Technical Centers;
Dominic Gallo, VP-Human Resources and access to online and in-dealership technical training
Bill Russell, CIO provided by the University of Toyota.
Richard Doucette, Production Support Supervisor
Thomas Friedkin, Chmn.
Phone: 713-580-3300 Fax: 713-580-3332
Toll-Free:
Address: 7701 Wilshire Place Dr., Houston, TX 77040 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 3,100
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: FRIEDKIN COMPANIES
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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GULF STREAM COACH INC www.gulfstreamcoach.com


Industry Group Code: 336120 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 18 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing: Y
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Y Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Recreational Vehicle Manufacturing
Gulf Stream Coach, Inc., a subsidiary of Fairmont Homes, is
a leader in the manufacture of a wide variety of recreation
vehicles (RVs). The company was founded by the Shea
family in rural Indiana, and produced its first model, the Sun
Stream, in 1983. Gulf Stream’s product offerings are divided
between motorized vehicles and travel trailers (fifth wheels),
and include 26 brands and more than 100 models. The
motorized vehicle line includes Class A, Class C, Toy
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Movers, Class B Vans and Luxury models. These range
Fairmont Homes Inc from the 42-foot-long Luxury Tourmasters, which look similar
Tourmaster
to tour buses from the exterior, to the Class B vans, which
Main Stream
include a much smaller floor plan, but greater
maneuverability. Gulf Stream’s travel trailers include the
categories of Luxury Towables, Towables, Light Weight and
Toy Haulers. In sum, the manufacturer produces 26 brands
and more than 100 models. The firm’s RV club, the Gulf
Streamers, offers members local chapter activities; a
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be magazine called Main Stream; access to the company’s own
intentionally listed here more than once. golf course and recreation complex; and a 100% paid road
Brian Shea, Pres. service. Conquest Motorhomes, a division of Gulf Stream
Rick Jones, Dir.-Human Resources coach, has an exclusive partnership with International Truck
Claude Donati, VP-Prod. Dev. for the production of the chassis in many of its new RVs. In
Irv Kontowsky, Dir.-Quality Control November 2007, the company introduced the new B Touring
Dave Middleton, Sales Mgr., Class A Cruiser GX-2 model and the Tour Master Constellation 45’
Joe Luther, Sales Mgr., Class C Tag-Axle Luxury Motorcoach. In April 2008, the firm
Phone: 574-773-7761 Fax: 574-773-5717 announced the expansion of its Class C plant.
Toll-Free: 800-289-8787 Employees at Gulf Stream are given access to an on-site
Address: 503 S. Oakland Ave., Nappanee, IN 46550 US country club with a swimming pool and golf course. Other
employee benefits include health, dental and life insurance;
cancer insurance; a prescription card; wellness benefits; and
a 401(k) plan.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $150,000 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 1,200
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: FAIRMONT HOMES INC
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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HAHN AUTOMOTIVE WAREHOUSE INC www.hahnauto.com


Industry Group Code: 423120 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 4 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems: Y
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing: Y
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Parts, Retail Stores
Auto Parts, Wholesale Distribution Hahn Automotive sells automotive aftermarket products to
Auto Repair Instruction & Publication commercial service establishments on a regional basis. Its
business is conducted through nine full-service distribution
centers and 22 pick-up warehouses to 15 states in the
Northeastern and Midwestern U.S. The company also
operates an accessory warehouse in New York under the
RAAC brand. To complement its distribution centers, Hahn
Automotive also operates 80 retail locations under the
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Advantage Auto Stores and Genuine Auto Parts brands;
Advantage Auto Stores these locations sell to both professional dealers and do-it-
Genuine Auto Parts
yourself individuals. The company purchases nearly
University of Auto Value Installer Training Guide
Auto Value Service Center Program
150,000 automotive aftermarket stock keeping units (SKUs),
UCI Warehouse Distributors consisting predominately of nationally branded automotive
Auto Value hard parts, as well as maintenance items, accessories and
Meisenzahl Auto Parts private-label products, from manufacturers. Hahn
NU-WAY Auto Parts Automotive is a member of the Auto Value group, a
collection of aftermarket automotive companies, for
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be marketing and support. As a member of the Auto Value
intentionally listed here more than once. group, the stores are affiliated with over 100 distribution
Eli N. Futerman, Co-CEO/Co-Pres. centers and more than 1,700 stores throughout North
Daniel J. Chessin, Co-Pres./Co-CEO America, including Canada and Mexico. Advantage Auto
Albert J. Van Erp, CFO also supplies its customers with its University of Auto Value
Albert J. Van Erp, VP-Finance Installer Training Guide, which has information on hundreds
Phone: 585-235-1595 Fax: 585-235-8615 of publications, clinics, videos and workshops across the
Toll-Free: country. In addition, the group offers customized marketing
Address: 415 W. Main St., Rochester, NY 14608 US assistance, as well as its Auto Value Service Center
Program, which provides Auto Value signage, on-hold
messaging, installer uniforms, the 1-800 Service Center
Locator Service and equipment leasing programs. In
October 2007, the firm acquired Prime Automotive Parts Co.,
Inc., an automotive aftermarket warehouse distributor based
in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $140,300 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 1,100
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 9/30
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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HANKOOK TIRE CO LTD www.hankooktire.com


Industry Group Code: 326200 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Y Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Manufacturing-Tires
Batteries Hankook Tire Co., Ltd., based in Korea, is one of the largest
Alloy Rims & Wheels tire manufacturers in the world. The company manufactures
Brake Pads & Linings a full range of passenger, high-performance, ultra-high-
performance, light-truck and SUV, and commercial LTR tires,
as well as winter, original equipment, medium-truck, bus and
heavy-duty TBR tires. The firm also manufactures
automotive batteries through ATLA BX Co., Ltd.; alloy rims
and wheels through ASA Co., Ltd.; and brake pads and
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: linings through Frixa Co. Its products are sold in over 170
Optimpo K715 countries worldwide through several regional subsidiaries.
ATLA BX Co Ltd
Hankook also has research and development facilities in
ASA Co Ltd
Frixa Co
Asia, Europe and the U.S., as well as manufacturing plants
Hankook Tire America Corp in South Korea and China. Furthermore, the company
Hankook Hybrid System manufactures original equipment tires for Ford, Volkswagen,
Ventus RS2 Daihatsu, Mitsubishi and Renault, among others. Hankook
has a strategic alliance with the Michelin Group, providing
cooperation for products, distribution and sales, and allowing
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Hankook to produce tires under the Michelin brand name.
intentionally listed here more than once. Hankook recently began to commercialize a lightweight, fuel
Seung Hwa Suh, CEO efficiency tire that has a 25% decreased rolling resistance,
Ki Youl Huh, COO/Exec. VP compared to conventional tires. The tire uses a special
Seung Hwa Suh, Pres. rubber compound technology, the Hankook Hybrid System
Hyun Shick Cho, Chief Mktg. Officer (HHS), which enhances durability by splitting silica into nano-
Kim Hwi Joong, Dir.-R&D size pieces. Another new product, the Ventus RS2 tire, is
Hwi Joong Kim, CTO designed for driving at high speeds. The tire introduces the
Kim Ui Ha, General Dir.-Production/Plant Mgr., Daejeon first use of a High Grip Silica Compound for grip, and uses a
Lee Jae Pyo, Gen. Dir.-Mgmt. Support
Jin Seung Do, Gen. Dir.-Domestic Sales
steel reinforced two-layer carcass to ensure tight cornering.
Yang Rai Cho, Chmn. In June 2007, Hankook opened its first European production
Cho Hyun Shick, Dir.-Overseas Sales Div. facility in Dunaujvaros, Hungary, and began producing the
Optimo K715, its first tire exclusively for the European
Phone: 82-2-2222-1000 Fax: 82-2-2222-1100
market.
Toll-Free:
Hankook offers its employees an online university, in-house
Address: 647-15 Yoksam-dong, Kangnam-gu, Seoul, 135-723
MBA programs, tuition assistance, company housing, rental
Korea
reimbursement for migratory employees, tuition packages for
children of employees, support for wedding expenses, free
tire changes and an employee credit union.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: 000240 Int’l Exchange: Seoul-KRX
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 4,754
2005 Sales: $3,145,405 2005 Profits: $230,134 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $2,815,452 2004 Profits: $193,294 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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HARLEY-DAVIDSON INC www.harley-davidson.com


Industry Group Code: 336991 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 2 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Y Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Motorcycle Manufacturing
Parts & Accessories Harley-Davidson, Inc. specializes in the manufacturing and
Financial Services marketing of motorcycles and related products and
accessories. The company operates in two segments: The
motorcycles & related products segment and the financial
services segment. The motorcycles segment of the firm,
which accounts for approximately 80% of total net revenue,
includes Harley-Davidson Motor Company and its subsidiary
group of companies doing business as Buell Motorcycle
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Company. The Motor Company designs, manufactures and
Harley-Davidson Motor Company sells heavyweight touring, custom and performance
Buell Motorcycle Company
motorcycles, as well as a complete line of motorcycle parts,
MV Agusta Group
1125CR
accessories and general merchandise. The majority of its
Dyna Glide Harley-Davidson-branded motorcycle products emphasize
Softail traditional styling, design simplicity, durability and ease of
Touring service. Harley-Davidson currently manufactures five
Blast families of motorcycles: Sportster, Dyna Glide, Softail,
Touring and VRSC. Buell Motorcycle Company has 10
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be models, including eight heavyweight models, one liquid-
intentionally listed here more than once. cooled engine motorcycle and the Blast, which is smaller and
James L. Ziemer, CEO less expensive than the other models. The firm’s financial
James A. McCaslin, COO/Pres. services segment, which does business as Harley-Davidson
James L. Ziemer, Pres. Financial Services, provides wholesale and retail financing
Thomas E. Bergmann, CFO/Exec. VP and insurance programs primarily to Harley-Davidson and
Mark-Hans Richer, Chief Mktg. Officer/Sr. VP Buell dealers and their retail customers. Harley-Davidson
Ronald M. Hutchinson, Sr. VP-Prod. Dev. does a significant amount of business abroad, with its
Karl M. Eberle, Sr. VP-Mfg. international sales accounting for approximately 27% of the
Gail A. Lione, General Counsel/Sec./Exec. VP
William B. Dannehl, Chief Organizational Transformation Officer
net revenue of the motorcycles segment. Harley-Davidson,
Jon R. Flickinger, COO/Pres., Buell Motorcycle Company the only major American motorcycle manufacturer, had a
Saiyid T. Naqvi, Pres., Harley-Davidson Financial Services 48.7% market share in 2007, based on retail registrations of
Jeffrey L. Bleustein, Chmn. new Harley-Davidson motorcycles. In June 2008, the
Phone: 414-343-4782 Fax: 414-343-8230 company’s Buell label introduced a new motorcycle, the
1125CR. In August 2008, Harley-Davidson completed the
Toll-Free: 1-877-437-8625
acquisition of Italian motorcycle manufacturer MV Agusta
Address: 3700 W. Juneau Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53208 US Group for approximately $108 million.
Harley-Davidson offers its employees benefits such as tuition
reimbursement, a computer purchase program, adoption
benefit plan and a motorcycle purchase plan, among others.
Additionally, the company assists employees with group
auto, homeowner's and renter's insurance.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: HOG
2007 Sales: $5,726,848 2007 Profits: $933,843 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $5,800,686 2006 Profits: $1,043,153 Employees: 9,000
2005 Sales: $5,342,214 2005 Profits: $959,604 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $5,015,190 2004 Profits: $889,766 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $875,534 Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Y Second Exec. Salary: $495,019 Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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HAYES LEMMERZ INTERNATIONAL INC www.hayes-lemmerz.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 38 Profits: 58
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Part Manufacturing
Automotive & Light Truck Wheels Hayes Lemmerz International, Inc., originally Hayes Wheels,
Commercial Highway Vehicle Wheels manufactures wheels, wheel-end attachments, aluminum
Brake & Power Train Components structural components and automotive brake components.
Suspension Components Operating 23 facilities in 13 countries around the world,
Design & Engineering Services Hayes Lemmerz supplies major North American, Japanese
and European manufacturers of passenger cars and light
trucks, as well as commercial highway vehicle customers
globally. The company’s business is divided into two
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: segments: Automotive Wheels and Other. The Automotive
Jantas Aliminyum Jant Sanayi ve Ticaret A.S. Wheels segment designs and manufactures fabricated steel
CentruStyle
and cast aluminum wheels for original equipment
manufacturers (OEMs) in the global car, light vehicle and
heavy duty truck markets. Hayes Lemmers manufactures
aluminum wheels with bright finishes such as GemTech
machining, clads and premium paints. The Other segment
designs, manufactures, and distributes a variety of aluminum
and polymer powertrain components including engine intake
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be manifolds, engine covers, water crossovers, and ductile iron
intentionally listed here more than once. exhaust manifolds. The company also has a joint venture
Curtis J. Clawson, CEO with Jantas Aliminyum Jant Sanayi ve Ticaret A.S. (Jantas
Fred Bentley, COO Aluminum Wheels), based in Turkey, which manufactures
Curtis J. Clawson, Pres. aluminum wheels. MGG Group B.V., a subsidiary of Hayes
Mark Brebberman, CFO/VP Lemmerz, also produces cast aluminum products in this
Pieter Klinkers, VP-Mktg. & Sales, Global Wheel Group segment for a variety of industries. In addition to
Marcello Tedesco, Dir.-Powertrain Eng. & Tech. Svcs. manufacturing, Hayes Lemmerz has a range of collaborative
Patrick C. Cauley, General Counsel/VP/Corp. Sec. and contracted design and engineering services, including
John A. Salvette, VP-Bus. Dev.
Marika Diamond, Dir.-Comm & Worldwide Public Rel.
modeling, pre-production planning, prototype development
Eric Moraw, Corp. Treas. and optimization. Hayes Lemmerz recently expanded its
Fred Bentley, Pres., Global Wheel Group Commercial Highway product line to include the new
Donald Hampton, VP-Oper., Powertrain CentruStyle custom aluminum wheels for tractors and
Dave Currie, Dir.-Human Resources, Powertrain trailers. The CentruStyle series will be available on
Curtis J. Clawson, Chmn. International Truck and Engine Corporation’s 2007 ProStar
David Kasul, Managing Dir.-South American Oper. premium Class 8 tractors. In 2007, the firm divested its
Phone: 734-737-5000 Fax: 734-737-5947 Components segment, including facilities in Michigan,
Toll-Free: 800-521-0515 Mexico, the Netherlands and Belgium. In November 2007,
Address: 15300 Centennial Dr., Northville, MI 48168 US the company sold its Automotive Brake Components Division
to Brembo North America. In June 2008, Hayes Lemmerz
sold its Belgian subsidiary, Hayes Lemmerz Belgie B.V.B.A.
and its Gainesville, Georgia facility to BBS International
GmbH.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: HAYZ
2007 Sales: $1,796,800 2007 Profits: $-166,900 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $1,726,200 2006 Profits: $-457,500 Employees: 8,900
2005 Sales: $1,773,400 2005 Profits: $-62,300 Fiscal Year Ends: 1/31
2004 Sales: $2,056,400 2004 Profits: $996,500 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $759,660 Bonus: $1,413,000
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $433,125 Bonus: $484,000
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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HELLA KGAA HUECK & CO. www.hella.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing: Y
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Manufacturing, Automotive Parts
Lighting Hella KGaA Hueck & Co. develops and manufactures
Electronics lighting and electronics for the automobile industry. It also
Complete Vehicle Modules produces complete vehicle modules, vehicle electric systems
Air Conditioning Systems and air conditioning systems through its joint venture
Vehicle Wiring Systems companies. There are 70 manufacturing facilities,
Signal Processing subsidiaries and joint ventures worldwide, including Hella,
Inc. USA and Hella, Inc. Canada. The firm’s lighting
products division produces VarioX headlamps, Xenon, full-
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: LED (Light-emitting diodes) headlamps, DynaBeam and the
Hella Aftermarket Club CELIS System. Hella’s electronic division produces
HBPO GmbH
electronic driver assistance systems, vehicle electric systems
Behr-Hella Thermocontrol GmbH
Intedis
and electronic control units. The Lane Change Assistant
DynaBeam uses infrared sensor technology and a rear view camera
CELIS system for the automatic regulation of distance to the next
Behr Hella Service vehicle. The ACC system has sensors which can detect and
Lane Change Assistant evaluate the threat of oncoming obstacles, triggering a pre-
crash set of activities. Hella’s aftermarket division sells
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be automotive parts and accessories. The firm supplies
intentionally listed here more than once. products through its online catalog, Hella Aftermarket Club,
Rolf Breidenbach, CEO and its business-to-business portal, TecCom. The joint
Jurgen Behrend, Pres. venture, Behr Hella Service, markets vehicle air conditioning
Hans Sudkamp, CFO and engine cooling parts. Hella develops headlight
Werner Boekels, VP-Human Resources technology with the Japanese supplier Stanley and Korean
Tilmann Seubert, VP-Advanced Dev. supplier SL (formerly Samlip). The firm has a joint venture,
Hans Sudkamp, VP-Info. Mgmt. HBPO GmbH, with Behr in Germany and Plastic Omnium in
Ulrich Koester, Head-Press & Public Rel. France that designs and produces logistics for complete
Wolfgang Ollig, VP-Finance & Controlling
Carl Brown, Pres., Hella, Inc./Dir.-NAFTA Aftermarket Region
front-end modules. Behr-Hella Thermocontrol GmbH
Martin Herbst, VP-Aftermarket & Original Equipment Sales provides system development for vehicle air conditioning and
Jean-Francois Tarabbia, Mgr.-Electronics Bus. Div. engine cooling. Intedis is a joint venture between Hella and
Ralf Voss, Sr. Exec. VP-Electrical & Electronics Div. Leoni and produces software-supported design assessment
Jurgen Behrend, Chmn. of electronic architectures for all vehicle segments. In
Phone: 49-29-41-38-0 Fax: 49-29-41-38-71-33 August 2008, the firm founded a new joint venture for vehicle
Toll-Free: diagnostic systems with Gutmann Messtechnick GmbH in
Ihringen, Germany.
Address: Rixbecker Str. 75, Lippstadt, 59552 Germany
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $4,578,870 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 24,000
2005 Sales: $4,141,890 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 5/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y

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HENDRICK AUTOMOTIVE GROUP www.hendrickauto.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Y Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Y Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Parts & Service Hendrick Automotive Group sells new and used automobiles
Accessories from more than 20 automakers, including Honda, GMC,
Racing & Motorsports Porsche, BMW, Hummer and Volvo. It boasts a network of
approximately 65 dealerships in 9 states across the U.S.
The firm’s automobile offerings include cars as well as light
trucks. The company features the Hendrick Advantage,
which is comprised of a team-oriented approach to business,
an emphasis on customer satisfaction, accountability at all
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: levels and commitment to continuous improvement.
Hendrick Motorsports Hendrick Automotive offers other services, including
Hendrick Marrow Program
financing, maintenance, body repair and parts and
accessories. The Automotive Group has collision centers
located across the U.S. Customers can access a database
of pre-owned and new cars on the company web site.
Hendrick also supports charitable operations including the
Hendrick Marrow Program, which recruits potential matching
marrow donors, raises funds for tissue typing and offers
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be support for those suffering from leukemia and other blood-
intentionally listed here more than once. related diseases. Hendrick also operates Hendrick
James F. Huzl, CEO Motorsports, which sponsors a number of NASCAR teams.
James F. Huzl, Pres.
Veronica Zayatz, VP-Acct., Audits & Taxes
J. Richard Hendrick, III, Chmn.
Phone: 704-568-5550 Fax: 704-566-3295
Toll-Free:
Address: 6000 Monroe Rd., Ste. 100, Charlotte, NC 28212 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 4,700
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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HERB CHAMBERS COMPANIES (THE) www.herbchambers.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 19 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing: Y
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Y Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Online Sales The Herb Chambers Companies provides high-quality
Parts & Service service to its customers by way of selling new and pre-
owned automobiles. It operates 44 dealerships throughout
New England. It specializes in selling upscale automobiles
from companies such as Audi, Mercedes-Benz, Maybach,
BMW, Mini, Porsche, Infiniti, Lexus, Saab, Cadillac, Jeep, ,
Chrysler, Land Rover, Scion, Toyota, Hummer and Buick;
the company also has dealerships offering the Dodge, Ford,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Saturn, Hyundai and Honda brands, as well as a dealership
Herb Chambers Vespa of Boston for Vespas and two for Smart cars. In addition to its
Flagship Motorcars
dealerships, Herb Chambers operates four collision centers,
Chambers Motorcars
Herb Chambers Porsche of Boston
online credit applications and online vehicle sales.
Herb Chambers BMW of Boston Customers can search the Herb Chambers web site and
Herb Chambers Saab of Braintree purchase a car unseen, via phone, e-mail or fax, to be
Herb Chambers Toyota of Auburn delivered. The firm's dealerships also provide parts and
Herb Chambers Chrysler Dodge of Millbury service departments. The company recorded $70.8 million in
sales at the close of 2007. In 2007, Herb Chambers bought
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be five luxury auto dealerships in the Boston area, one of which
intentionally listed here more than once. is New England’s only Rolls-Royce dealership. Other brands
Herbert G. Chambers, CEO involved in the transaction include BMW, Mercedes-Benz
Herbert G. Chambers, Pres. and Bentley. In 2007, Herb Chambers opened a new Lexus
Bruce Spatz, CFO dealership in Sharon, Massachusetts featuring a coffee bar,
Phone: 617-666-8333 Fax: 617-666-8448 marble flooring, a zen garden, and a lounge with plasma-
Toll-Free: screen televisions; the showroom was designed like an art
gallery. In March 2008, the company broke ground on a new
Address: 259 McGrath Hwy., Somerville, MA 02145 US
Infiniti dealership in Massachusetts; the dealership is less
ornate than the Sharon Lexus location, but will feature
frosted glass and mesh curtains to separate floor models,
and will also include a coffee counter, a quiet lounge for
reading and a lounge with plasma-screen televisions.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 164
2005 Sales: $1,400,000 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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HERO HONDA MOTORS LTD www.herohonda.com


Industry Group Code: 336991 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Motorcycle Manufacturing and Sales
Hero Honda Motors Ltd. (HHML), a joint venture between
India’s Hero Group and Japan-based Honda Motor
Company, is a leading manufacturer and marketer of two-
wheelers in India. Its motorcycles include entry segment,
deluxe segment and premium segment models. The
company’s offerings include its CD-Dawn, CD-Deluxe,
Splendor, Splendor+, Splendor NXG, Splendor Super,
Glamour, Glamour PGM-FI, Achiever, CBZ X-treme, Hunk
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: and Karizma motorcycle models, as well as the company’s
Hero Group Pleasure scooter model. HHML’s products are sold and
Honda Motor Co Ltd
supported through a network of over 3500 dealers,
Daimler AG
Splendor
authorized representatives and service centers located in
Glamour both rural and urban India. The company has three
Hunk manufacturing plants, in Haridwar, Dharuhera and Gurgaon,
Karizma with a combined annual capacity of approximately 4.5 million
Daimler Hero Motor Corporation Ltd units. The firm also operates zonal offices in New Delhi,
Bangalore, Kolkata and Pune, as well as 18 regional offices
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be throughout the country. Against a background of generally
intentionally listed here more than once. declining motorcycle sales in India during 2007 and 2008,
Pawan Munjal, Managing Dir. & CEO HHML’s premium segment, featuring its high-end models
Anil Dua, Sr. VP-Sales, Mktg. & Customer Care such as the Hunk and Karizma, managed to increase sales
Anadi Pande, VP-Human Resources Mgmt. and help balance out the slowdown affecting lower-end
Vijay Sethi, VP-Info. Systems bikes. The company recently launched its Har Gaon, Har
Ilam C. Kamboj, Gen. Mgr.-Legal/Company Sec. Aangan (Every Village, Every House) initiative, which seeks
Vikram Kasbekar, Head-Plants Oper. to further extend marketing and sales activities into the
Anadi Pande, VP-Corp. Planning & Strategy remote rural areas of India. In October 2008, the company
Toshiaki Nakagawa, Joint Managing Dir.
Sumihisa Fukuda, Technical Dir.
announced that it would establish a new 500-person sales
Brijmohan Lall Munjal, Chmn. force focused entirely on India’s rural areas. The new sales
Vikram Kasbekar, Head-Supply Chain unit will utilize existing channels, as well as mobile truck-
mounted stores. In April 2008, the firm announced that it
Phone: 91-11-2614-2451 Fax: 91-11-2614-3321
had entered into a joint venture with Daimler AG to form
Toll-Free: Daimler Hero Motor Corporation Ltd., which will produce
Address: 34, Community Centre, Basant Lok, Vasant Vihar, New light, medium and heavy-duty commercial vehicles for the
Delhi, 110 057 India Indian market, with production slated to begin in 2010.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Joint Venture
2007 Sales: $2,021,190 2007 Profits: $175,150 Int’l Ticker: 500182 Int’l Exchange: Bombay-BSE
2006 Sales: $1,779,060 2006 Profits: $198,310 Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS INC www.hertz.com


Industry Group Code: 532111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 2 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks: Y
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Rental
Truck Rental Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. comprises a family of companies
Claims Management preceded by the name Hertz: Local Edition, which can be
Heavy Equipment Rental found at many airports, specializes in local rentals at
Used Automobile Sales affordable rates; Equipment Rental, which rents and sells
Leasing heavy equipment and tools for construction and industrial
Actuarial Services applications; Car Sales, which sells one-year-old vehicles
Franchising from Hertz’ rental car fleet; Claim Management, which
provides claim management services for liability exposures;
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Truck & Van Rental, which rents trucks and vans to facilitate
Hertz Local Edition customers’ moves and large deliveries; and Lease, which
Hertz Car Sales
offers leasing and fleet management services throughout its
Hertz Equipment Rental Corp.
Hertz Rent A Car
franchise network in Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
Hertz Leasing Hertz is best known for its car rental activities, both in the
U.S. market and internationally. Hertz and its independent
licensees and associates accept reservations for car rentals
at approximately 8,000 locations in approximately 145
countries. As of 2007, Hertz had a 28.5% market share at
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be U.S. airport locations, compared to the Avis Budget Group's
intentionally listed here more than once. 30.1%. In March 2008, Hertz acquired Quilovat, a Spanish
Mark Frissora, CEO power generation rental company, to supplement the
Elyse Douglas, CFO/Exec. VP Equipment Rental’s Energy Division. In April 2008, the firm
Brian J. Kennedy, Exec. VP-Mktg. & Sales obtained All Reach, LLC, a Connecticut-based aerial lift
LeighAnne Baker, Sr. VP-Chief Human Resources Officer rental and service company, to service the northeast.
Joseph F. Eckroth, CIO/Sr. VP Hertz offers its employees benefits such as U.S. savings
Jeffrey Zimmerman, General Counsel/Sr. VP/Sec.
Jatindar Kapur, Corp. Controller/Sr. VP-Finance
bonds, employee discounts and tuition reimbursement.
Joseph R. Nothwang, Exec. VP/Pres., Vehicle Renting & Leasing
Gerald A. Plescia, Exec. VP/Pres., Hertz Equipment Rental Corp.
Lois Boyd, Sr VP-Process Improvement & Project Mgmt.
Robert J. Stuart, Sr. VP-Global Sales
Mark Frissora, Chmn.
Michael Taride, Exec. VP/Pres., Hertz Europe Ltd.
John A. Thomas, Exec. VP-Supply Chain Mgmt.
Phone: 201-307-2000 Fax: 201-307-2644
Toll-Free: 800-654-3131
Address: 225 Brae Blvd., Park Ridge, NJ 07656-0713 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: HTZ
2007 Sales: $8,685,600 2007 Profits: $264,500 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $8,058,400 2006 Profits: $115,900 Employees: 29,350
2005 Sales: $7,314,700 2005 Profits: $371,300 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $6,676,000 2004 Profits: $365,500 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $986,539 Bonus: $3,834,000
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $605,385 Bonus: $1,138,789
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 3 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

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HILITE INTERNATIONAL www.hilite.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 78 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturer
Transmission & Power Train Systems Hilite International is a global supplier of series production
Chassis automotive components. The company’s products include
Frames components for engine and transmission systems;
Safety Systems development of Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR)
Fuel Systems technology; and valves and other mechanical parts for
Emission Control Systems automotive applications. Hilite develops and supplies
Brake Systems Camphasing Adjustment systems for engines; fully variable
valvelift systems, including the Univalve System; and
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: hydraulic valves for automotive engines. Hilite produces
Hydraulik-Ring GmbH transmission components for automatic, automated manual,
EBEA S.A.
continuous variable and double clutch transmission systems.
Univalve System
Components include actuators, valves, integrated solenoids,
differential transmissions and electromagnetic clutches for all
wheel drives. Hilite operates in five divisions: Dallas, where
electromagnetic clutches and various transer case
components are produced; Whitehall, where valves and
integrated solenoid body assemblies are produced;
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Cleveland, the firm’s headquarters, where engine mounts,
intentionally listed here more than once. heat shields, stamped parts, cross members and
Joseph W. Carreras, CEO transmission mounts are manufactured; EBEA, an
Michael T. Kestner, CFO international division, which produces machined precision
Ronald G. Campbell, Dir.-Human Resources parts and assemblies of mechanical parts; and Hydraulik-
Alexandre O. Branco, Eng. Mgr.-Emissions Systems Ring GmbH, another international section, which produces
Joseph W. Carreras, Chmn. camphaser, pumps, dosing units and variable valve controls.
Phone: 216-771-6700 Fax: 216-574-9956 Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) technology is an
Toll-Free: emission control system that reduces fuel consumption,
Address: Key Ctr., 127 Public Square, Cleveland, OH 44114 US NOx, CO and other particulate matter. SCR-technology
utilizes compressed or accelerated air to transport an aerosol
of AdBlue, a supplementary operating fluid for diesel
engines, into the exhaust gas. The valves and other
mechanical parts are utilized in automotive, engine,
transmission, chasses and climate control applications. The
company has two manufacturing facilities in both France and
Germany, and one in Hungary. Hilite’s partners include GM,
Toyota, Siemens, Denso, Nummi, Haldex, Navistar, Allison
Transmission, Iveco, Saturn, Subaru, Audi, Volkswagen and
BorgWarner, among others. Hydraulik-Ring and EBEA both
operate as subsidiaries of the company. In June 2008, the
firm entered a licensing agreement with Clean Diesel
Technologies, Inc., allowing Hilite to use the company’s
ARIS airless injection technology for SCR control of NOx
emissions.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $145,400 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 2,000
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 6/30
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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HINO MOTORS LTD www.hino-global.com


Industry Group Code: 336120 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 3 Profits: 4
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Y Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Y Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Truck & Misc. Automotive Manufacturing
Truck & Bus Sales Hino Motors, Ltd., founded 1910, manufactures and markets
Commissioned Auto Manufacturing trucks, buses, light commercial vehicles, passenger vehicles
Diesel Engine & Parts Manufacturing and various engines and spare parts. In fiscal 2008, the
Low Emissions Technology company sold 63,348 trucks and buses overseas, with a
combined total of 109,113 domestic and overseas sales of
trucks and buses. A consolidated subsidiary of Toyota Motor
Corporation (which holds a 50% interest), Hino brings
together a global network of production and distribution
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: facilities, regional subsidiaries and specialized operations. In
Toyota Motor Corporation addition to trucks and buses, the company is engaged in
Hino Motors Manufacturing U.S.A., Inc.
commissioned manufacture of vehicles and parts for Toyota
Hino 300 Series
Guangqi Hino Motors Co., Ltd.
Motor Corporation, including sport-utility vehicles and
OOO Hino Motors Sales passenger cars such as the 4Runner, FJ Cruiser, Dyna
Hino Motors Manufacturing Mexico, S.A. de C.V. trucks and Toyoace commercial vehicles. Hino's product
lines include the Hino 300 Series light-duty trucks, the Bus
Chassis and both automotive and industrial diesel engines.
In 2007, Hino established a joint venture, Guangqi Hino
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Motors Co., Ltd., with Guangzhou Automobile Group Co.,
intentionally listed here more than once. Ltd. to produce and sell commercial vehicles in China. In
Yoshio Shirai, Pres. 2008, the firm announced plans to form a joint venture, OOO
Takahiko Yamamoto, Exec. VP Hino Motors Sales, with Mitsui & Co., Ltd. to enter the
Masakazu Ichikawa, Exec. VP Russian market. Also in 2008, the company entered into an
Toshiki Inoue, Sr. Managing Dir. agreement with Isuzu Motors Limited to develop exhaust gas
Tsunehiko Fujii, Sr. Managing Dir. after-treatment systems for diesel engines and cabins of
Shoji Kondo, Chmn. heavy-duty trucks. In 2008, Hino announced plans to create
Phone: 81-42-586-5887 Fax: 81-42-586-5229 a new subsidiary, Hino Motors Manufacturing Mexico, S.A.
Toll-Free: de C.V., that will manufacture trucks.
Address: 3-1-1, Hinodai, Hino-shi, Tokyo, 191-8660 Japan
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: HINOY
2007 Sales: $12,454,600 2007 Profits: $201,800 Int’l Ticker: 7205 Int’l Exchange: Tokyo-TSE
2006 Sales: $11,717,800 2006 Profits: $182,400 Employees: 22,298
2005 Sales: $10,892,400 2005 Profits: $261,200 Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $9,954,300 2004 Profits: $322,100 Parent Company: TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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HITCHCOCK AUTOMOTIVE GROUP www.hitchcockautomotivegroup.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Y Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Fleet Sales Hitchcock Automotive Group is a new and pre-owned
Repair & Maintenance automobile seller. It also owns Puente Hills Body, which
Parts does paint touch-up and frame, windshield and dent repair.
The company sells Toyota and Scion vehicles through its six
dealerships in Northridge, Puente Hills and Santa Barbara,
California. In addition, the company has a Toyota parts store
in its Puente Hills and Northridge locations: 4-Toyota Parts
and Northridge Toyota Parts. Northridge Toyota, Northridge
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Scion, Puente Hills Toyota, Puente Hills Scion, Toyota of
Northridge Toyota Santa Barbara and Scion of Santa Barbara all sell both new
Northridge Scion
and pre-owned vehicles, and offer websites where
Puente Hills Toyota
Puente Hills Scion
customers can view vehicle inventory and apply for
Toyota of Santa Barbara financing. Each dealership provides repair and maintenance
Scion of Santa Barbara service as well as a parts department. A fleet department is
also available to meet business needs. Fredrick Hitchcock
opened the firm's first dealership in 1971 and is currently the
Chairman and CEO of Hitchcock Automotive.
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be
intentionally listed here more than once.
Frederick E. (Fritz) Hitchcock, Jr., CEO
Barry Wasserman, CFO
Rich Morris, Sr. VP-Info. Systems
Federick E. (Fritz) Hitchcock, Jr., Chmn.
Phone: 626-839-8401 Fax: 626-964-5516
Toll-Free:
Address: 17110 Gale Ave., City of Industry, CA 91748 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 575
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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HOLMAN ENTERPRISES www.holmanenterprises.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Y Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Y Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Y Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Fleet Management Services Holman Enterprises, a family-owned company, is a dealer of
automobiles. The company owns and operates more than
10 dealerships in New Jersey and around 10 in Florida. The
Florida locations sell BMW, Lincoln Mercury, Bentley, Volvo,
Rolls Royce, Honda and Mini. Services include leasing,
auctions, pre-owned vehicle location and parts and service.
Holman Automotive of New Jersey sells automobiles
manufactured by Ford, Lincoln, Mercury Saturn, Jaguar,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Infiniti and Mazda. The firm offers pre-owned vehicle
Holman Leasing & Rental location, leasing and parts and services. Holman
Automotive Resources International
Enterprises operates through a number of subsidiaries and
Reconditioned Motors & Parts
Fleet Body Equipment
franchises such as RMP (Reconditioned Motors & Parts);
Automotive Resources International, one of the world's
largest independent fleet leasing management companies;
Holman Leasing & Rental, which offers a wide range of
leasing options and rental services, with discounts for
Holman customers; and Fleet Body Equipment, a designing
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be and building subsidiary.
intentionally listed here more than once. Holman offers its employees medical and dental insurance; a
Melinda Holman, CEO 401(k) plan; long-term disability and life insurance; a pension
Melinda Holman, Pres. plan; an employee purchase plan; tuition reimbursement;
Robert Campbell, VP-Finance and an employee assistance plan.
William Cariss, VP-Dealership Oper.
Melinda Holman, Chmn.
Phone: 856-663-5200 Fax: 856-665-3444
Toll-Free:
Address: 7411 Maple Ave., Pennsauken, NJ 08109 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 2,800
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Y Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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HOMETOWN AUTO RETAILERS INC www.hometownautoretailers.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Y Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Auto Repair Hometown Auto Retailers, Inc., based in Connecticut, is an
Used Car Sales individually-owned affiliate dealership of new and used cars
Financing Services and light trucks, serving the U.S. with individual owners and
Auto Parts dealerships that place classified ads on the company’s
website. These ads then redirect customers to numerous
online auction sites, primarily EBay Motors, where bids can
be placed for a particular vehicle. The company also
provides maintenance and repair services, sells
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: replacements parts for vehicles, and provides related
Lincoln Mercury Autocare financing, insurance and service contracts through third party
and affiliate relationships. Hometown’s dealerships market
more than 75 automotive brands including Chevrolet,
Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ford, Mazda, Lincoln, Mercury,
Nissan and Toyota. Hometown also targets a niche market
through the sale of Lincoln town cars and limousines to livery
car and livery fleet operators. The company operates a new
Ford Motor Company concept service facility branded under
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be the name Lincoln Mercury Autocare. This freestanding
intentionally listed here more than once. neighborhood service center provides off-dealership, fully
Corey E. Shaker, CEO certified maintenance and light repair of cars and trucks,
Corey E. Shaker, Pres. offering conveniences like extended hours, comfortable
Charles F. Schwartz, CFO/Sec. customer waiting areas and quick service without prior
Joseph Shaker, VP-Eastern Region appointment. The company went private in January 2007.
Steven Shaker, VP-Northern Region
William C. Muller, Jr., VP-Southern Region
Phone: 203-756-1300 Fax: 203-756-1339
Toll-Free:
Address: 1309 S. Main St., Waterbury, CT 06706 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 297
2005 Sales: $233,080 2005 Profits: $1,292 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $265,594 2004 Profits: $3,935 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $257,500 Bonus: $102,645
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $215,000 Bonus: $69,024
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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HONDA MOTOR CO LTD www.honda.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 6 Profits: 5
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Y Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Manufacturing
Motorcycles Honda Motor Co., Ltd., founded in 1948, develops,
ATVs & Personal Watercraft manufactures, distributes and provides financing for the sale
Generators of its motorcycles, automobiles and power products. With 32
Marine Engines factories around the world, Honda operates a network of
Lawn & Garden Equipment approximately 454 subsidiaries and affiliates. Honda
Fuel Cell & Hybrid Vehicles operates through four segments: motorcycles, automobiles,
Airplanes financial services and power products/other. Through its
motorcycle unit, Honda produces sport, business and
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: commuter model bikes, which utilize air- or water-cooled
Honda of America Manufacturing gasoline engines with 1-6 cylinders, manufactured by the
Honda R&D Americas, Inc.
company. This segment also includes the production of
Honda Marine
Honda Engineering Co., Ltd.
ATVs and personal watercraft. Within the automotive
Sundiro Honda Motorcycle Co., Ltd. segment, the firm manufactures vehicles under the Acura
Honda Aircraft Company Inc and Honda trademarks. Honda models include the Civic, a
Accord sub-compact car; the Accord, an intermediate passenger car;
Civic the NSX, a specialty sports car; the Prelude, a compact car;
the Integra, a compact passenger car; the Odyssey, a
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be minivan; the Orthia, a sub-compact station wagon; the
intentionally listed here more than once. Partner, a sub-compact wagon for commercial utility; and the
Takeo Fukui, CEO CR-V, an SUV, among others. Through its power products
Takeo Fukui, Pres. unit, Honda produces general purpose engines, water
Koichi Kondo, COO-Regional Sales Oper./Exec. VP pumps, generators, outboard engines, tillers, electric four-
Koki Hirashima, Gen. Supervisor-Info. Systems wheel scooters, lawnmowers, snow throwers and compact
Akio Hamada, COO-Prod. Oper. household cogeneration units. In November 2007, Honda
Yoichi Hojo, COO-Bus. Mgmt. Oper. introduced the FCX Clarity, a next-generation fuel cell
Hiroshi Oshima, COO-Corp. Comm., Motor Sports vehicle. The Clarity is currently available for lease only in
Takanobu Ito, COO-Automobile Oper.
Tatsuhiro Oyama, COO-Motorcycle Oper.
Southern California. In 2008, the company’s Honda Aircraft
Takuji Yamada, COO-Power Prod. Oper. Company, Inc. subsidiary began offering sales and services
Satoshi Aoki, Chmn. of its HondaJet in the E.U., Mexico and Canada. In February
Masaya Yamashita, COO-Purchasing 2008, Honda announced plans to retool its Marysville, Ohio
Phone: 81-3-3423-1111 Fax: motorcycle plant by mid-2009 to begin producing cars for the
North American market. All motorcycle production from the
Toll-Free:
Marysville motorcycle plant and the Hamamatsu factory in
Address: 2-1-1 Minami-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 107-8556 Japan will take place in a new plant located in Kumamoto,
Japan Japan.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $119,801,000 2008 Profits: $5,989,000 U.S. Stock Ticker: HMC
2007 Sales: $94,240,700 2007 Profits: $5,034,700 Int’l Ticker: 7267 Int’l Exchange: Tokyo-TSE
2006 Sales: $84,218,000 2006 Profits: $5,074,800 Employees: 178,960
2005 Sales: $80,705,000 2005 Profits: $4,536,000 Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $78,222,000 2004 Profits: $4,450,000 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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HONDA OF AMERICA MFG INC www.hondamfg.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 30 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Y Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Manufacturing
Engine & Parts Manufacturing Honda of America Manufacturing, Inc. (HAM), a subsidiary of
Motorcycle & ATV Manufacturing Honda Motor Co., Ltd., manufactures produce automobiles,
Personal Watercraft Manufacturing engines and motorcycles in four Ohio plants for the North
American market, as well as export to more than 100
countries. The firm’s plants are in Marysville, Anna and East
Liberty. The Marysville auto plant builds approximately
440,000 vehicles per year. The Anna engine plant produces
motorcycle and automobile engines, crankshafts, driveshafts,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: and suspension and brake components as well as testing
Honda Motor Co Ltd engines, and it has an annual production capacity of 1.18
Accord
million units. The East Liberty auto plant is one of the most
Acura
Civic
technologically advanced Honda manufacturing facilities in
CR-V the world. The 1.9 million square foot plant produces
Gold Wing 1800 240,000 cars and light trucks annually, as well as exporting
Honda of Canada Mfg., Inc. stamped parts to Honda of Canada Manufacturing, Inc., for
Honda Transmission Mfg. its Civic models. The Ohio plants produce the Accord Coupe
and Sedan; the Acura CL, TL and RDX; the Civic Sedan and
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be natural-gas powered GX; the CR-V; and Element
intentionally listed here more than once. automobiles; and the Gold Wing 1800 and VTX 1800 V-Twin
Akio Hamada, COO Cruiser motorcycles. Honda Motor Co. has other
Tsuneo Tanai, Pres. subsidiaries and operations based in Ohio including research
Phone: 937-642-5000 Fax: 937-644-6575 and development and engineering facilities and a
transmission manufacturing plant. In February 2008, Honda
Toll-Free:
announced plans to discontinue motorcycle production in
Address: 24000 Honda Pkwy., Marysville, OH 43040-9251 US Marysville in 2009; production will be consolidated in Japan.
The company offers employees medical, dental, vision, basic
life, accidental dismemberment, disability and prescription
drug insurance; paid vacation and holidays; relocation
assistance; a family festival; and an onsite wellness and
fitness center.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $1,889,200 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 13,500
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: HONDA MOTOR CO LTD
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Y Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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HYUNDAI MOBIS CO LTD www.mobis.co.kr/eng/


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Parts Manufacturing
Automotive Parts Development Hyundai Mobis Co., Ltd. (Mobis) is a leading Korean
Automotive Parts Testing automotive parts manufacturer. The company operates
through four divisions: Module, auto parts, quality and
procurement and development. Mobis’ module business
division manufactures chassis, cockpit and front-end
modules, with a focus on reduced weight, reduced number of
parts, convenient assembly, efficient inventory management
and reduced cost. In addition to manufacturing basic
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: modules and systems, including CBS (conventional brake
Hyundai Motor Company system), steering columns, oil pumps, in-panel, carrier and
Kia Motors Corporation
bumpers, the firm designs and manufactures such electronic
Mobis Technical Research Institute
car control systems as ESC (electronic control stability), ABS
(antilock brake system), TCS (traction control system),
advanced airbag system and MDPS (motor driven power
steering). Mobis’ auto parts business division supplies
service parts for all models of Hyundai Motor and Kia Motor,
with 890,000 parts for 143 car models. Its quality business
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be division provides quality assurance services for all of the
intentionally listed here more than once. company’s parts. The firm’s procurement and development
Mong-Koo Chung, Co-CEO business division develops its module parts, supplies parts
Suk-Soo Chung, Co-Pres./Co-CEO and supplies production equipment and materials to the
Dong-Hui Hong, VP-Tech. Research module business division. Mobis Technical Research
Kyu-Hwan Han, Vice Chmn. Institute conducts research and development activities in the
Eul-Sun Chung, Co-Pres. areas of module development, including cockpit, front-end
Nam-Gi Jung, VP and chassis development; system development, including
Yeong-Jong Seo, VP safety system, brake system, MDPS and air suspension
Mong-Koo Chung, Chmn.
system development; and materials development, including
Phone: 82-2-20185114 Fax: 82-2-21735223 the development of metals and polymer materials. The
Toll-Free: Research Institute is conducting metals research on the
Address: ING Tower, 679-4 Yeoksam-1(il)-dong, Gangnam-gu, casting, forging, sheet stamping, hydro forming and extrusion
Seoul, 135-977 Korea of lightweight parts; casting and sheet stamping of
magnesium lightweight parts; and high-tension, high-strength
steel parts, including galvanized steel and dual phase ferrite-
bainite steel. In August 2007, Mobis began construction on a
module plant in the Czech Republic. In October 2007, the
company began construction on a new U.S. module factory
in West Point, Georgia. In April 2008, Mobis established a
testing plant in China devoted exclusively to transmissions.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $6,249,310 2007 Profits: $571,630 Int’l Ticker: 012330 Int’l Exchange: Seoul-KRX
2006 Sales: $6,011,670 2006 Profits: $505,450 Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA www.hyundaiusa.com


Industry Group Code: 421110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Distribution
Hyundai Motor America is the U.S. subsidiary of Hyundai
Motor Company of Korea, responsible for the distribution of
Hyundai vehicles nationwide. The company sells Hyundai
models such as the Accent, Elantra, Sonata, Azera, Tiburon,
Tuscan, Santa Fe, Veracruz and Entourage. The company
supports Hyundai’s 640 U.S. dealers through its four sales
regions. Each region is represented by the following
headquarters: Fountain Valley, California; Jamesburg, New
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Jersey; Atlanta, Georgia; and Aurora, Illinois. In addition, the
Hyundai Motor Company parent company has invested millions of dollars in the
Elantra
American market through its manufacturing, engineering and
Sonata
Azera
design and research facilities situated nationwide. Hyundai
Santa Fe Motor America operates one of the most technologically
Tiburon advanced manufacturing facilities in the world out of
Accent Alabama, comprising over 2 million square-feet, with 250
Tuscan welding robots and the capability to produce approximately
300,000 vehicles annually. Hyundai Motor America’s web
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be site possesses shopping tools that allow customer to build
intentionally listed here more than once. their own car, receive quotes, schedule test drives, locate
Jong Eun Kim, CEO dealers and receive trade-in appraisals. In September 2007,
Jong Eun Kim, Pres. the firm introduced its i-Blue fuel cell electric vehicle at the
James Choi, CFO/Sr. Exec. VP 2007 Frankfurt International Motor Show. In November
Joel Ewanick, VP-Mktg. 2007, the company opened its Southeast Regional Service
Kathy Parker, VP-Human Resources & Community Affairs Center in Austell, Georgia.
John Krafcik, VP-Prod. Dev.
John Krafcik, VP-Strategic Planning
Hyundai Motor America offers its employees medical, dental
Christopher Hosford, VP-Corp. Comm. and vision coverage; life, accidental, death and
Frank Ferrara, VP-Parts & Service Div. dismemberment insurance; business travel insurance;
David Zuchowski, VP-National Sales flexible spending accounts; dependent and long-term care
Patricia Romero, National Mgr.-Multicultural Mktg. programs; an employee assistance program; membership in
Chris Perry, Dir.-Mktg. Comm. a credit union; the opportunity to buy vehicles at cost;
Phone: 714-965-3000 Fax: 714-965-3149 employee discounts at certain attractions; on-site fitness
Toll-Free: 800-826-2277 center; corporate on-site convenience store with laundry and
Address: 10550 Talbert Ave., Fountain Valley, CA 92708-6031 tailoring services; education reimbursement; training,
US mentoring and B.A. and M.B.A. degree programs; and
relocation assistance.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 803
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y

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HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY www.hyundai-motor.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 10 Profits: 12
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Y Publishing:
Buses: Y Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Manufacturing
Trucks Hyundai Motor Company is the number-one automobile
Buses manufacturer in South Korea and a leading automobile
Light Commercial Vehicles manufacturer worldwide. The firm designs and
Machine Tools manufactures passenger cars; recreational vehicles;
Factory Automation Equipment commercial vehicles, including trucks, buses and tractors;
Material Handling Equipment and specialty vehicles, including refrigerated vans and oil
Specialty Vehicle Manufacturing tankers. Popular export models include the Accent, a sub-
compact; the Sonata, a mid-size sedan; the Elantra, a
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: compact sedan; Tiburon, a sport coupe; the Santa Fe SUV;
Accent and the XG350 luxury sedan. Light commercial vehicles
Sonata
include the H-1 Truck, the H100 Truck and the H1 Mini Bus.
Elantra
Genesis Coupe
Heavy commercial vehicles include small HD65/72 trucks,
Hyundai Canada medium-sized HD120 trucks and busses, as well as cargo,
Kia Motors Corp dump, mixer and tractor trucks. Hyundai also makes
Hyundai Motor America machine tools for factory automation and material handling
Rotem Inc and owns approximately 39% of Kia Motors Corp.
Subsidiary Hyundai Motor America has facilities throughout
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be the U.S., including locations in New Jersey, Illinois, Georgia
intentionally listed here more than once. and California. The subsidiary distributes Hyundai vehicles
Mong-koo Chung, Co-CEO in the U.S., which are sold and serviced by more than 600
Lee Jeong Dae, Pres. dealerships. In addition to its U.S. operations, the firm has
Yang Seung Seok, Pres., Sales other overseas plants in Europe, India and China, as well as
Yeo Chul Youn, Co-CEO/Vice Chmn. research and development centers in North America, Japan
Jae Kook Choi, Vice Chmn. and Europe. During 2008, Hyundai began selling its new
Mong-koo Chung, Chmn. Sonata in the U.S. In the same year, the company acquired
Phone: 82-2-3464-1114 Fax: 82-2-3464-8719 an approximate 30% stake in Shin Heung Securities Co., a
Toll-Free: second tier brokerage firm. In September 2008, Hyundai
Address: 231 Yangjae-dong, Seocho-gu, Seoul, 137-938 Korea announced plans to build a $600 million factory in Brazil, with
an annual capacity of 100,000 units. In October 2008, the
firm launched its Genesis Coupe model, with plans for a U.S.
release in 2009. In November 2008, the firm opened a new
manufacturing plant in the Czech Republic. In February
2009, Hyundai established a new subsidiary, focused on
business activities related to professional football.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $60,240,800 2008 Profits: $648,030 U.S. Stock Ticker: HYMLF
2007 Sales: $68,740,000 2007 Profits: $1,360,000 Int’l Ticker: 005380 Int’l Exchange: Seoul-KRX
2006 Sales: $68,468,000 2006 Profits: $1,355,000 Employees: 51,471
2005 Sales: $46,358,200 2005 Profits: $1,472,600 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $32,351,620 2004 Profits: $62,188 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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INCHCAPE PLC www.inchcape.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 3 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing: Y
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Import & Distribution Services Inchcape plc is an international automotive services
Financial Services company. Its operations include import and distribution
Logistics services; new and used vehicle retail; fleet services; and
Refurbishment financial services, including consumer and dealer finance,
e-Commerce leasing and insurance. It also offers refurbishment,
remarketing, logistics and e-commerce services. Inchcape's
key markets are the U.K., Belgium, Greece, Australia,
Singapore and Hong Kong. Inchcape has over 200 retail
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: outlets and 85 distribution sites in 26 countries worldwide,
Baltic Motors Corporation primarily in the U.K., which represent the products of 22
SIA BM Auto
manufacturers including BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi,
OOO Orgtekhstroy (OTS)
OOO Concord
Volkswagen, Toyota/Lexus, Honda, Mazda and Subaru. Its
Musa Motors Group retail outlets operate under the brands names Cooper, HA
Fox, Hunters, Maranello and Inchcape. In June 2007, the
company sold subsidiary Inchcape Automotive Limited to
Camden Ventures Limited for $37.3 million; and it acquired
Baltic Motors Corporation and SIA BM Auto from MVC
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Capital, Inc. for $120.3 million. In August 2007, the firm
intentionally listed here more than once. opened its first Chinese dealership, retailing Toyota and
Andre Lacroix, CEO Lexus products, in Shaoxing. In October 2007, Inchcape
Barbara Richmond, Dir.-Group Finance acquired a 75.1% joint venture interest in two St. Petersburg,
Tony George, Dir.-Human Resources Russia-based retail businesses, Audi dealership OOO
Claire Chapman, General Counsel/Group Company Sec. Orgtekhstroy (OTS) and Peugeot retailer OOO Concord,
Dale Butcher, Dir.-Group Bus. Dev. from Olimp Group for $37.8 million. These joint ventures are
Ken Lee, Dir.-Group Comm. added to the firm’s 75.1% joint venture Toyota/Lexus retail
Will Samuel, Deputy Chmn. business also recently acquired from Olimp. In January
William Tsui, Chmn.-Inchcap Asia-Pacific Ltd.
John McConnell, CEO-Inchcape Australia/New Zealand
2008, the company sold five UK Vauxhall retail outlets, which
Spencer Lock, CEO-Inchcape Retail UK it considered non-core assets, to Eden (GM) Ltd. for $28.3
Peter Johnson, Interim Chmn. million, and it opened its second Chinese dealership,
Martin Taylor, CEO-Europe Dist., Africa, South America & Russia retailing Lexus products, also in Shaoxing. In March 2008,
Phone: 44-20-7546-0022 Fax: 44-20-7546-0010 Inchcape acquired the remaining 24.9% of its three joint
ventures with Olimp for $54.8 million. In July 2008, the firm
Toll-Free:
acquired 75.1% of top Russian auto dealer Musa Motors
Address: 22A St. James's Sq., London, SW1Y 5LP UK Group for $200 million; it also agreed to acquire the
remaining 24.9% of Musa by 2011.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $12,020,000 2007 Profits: $350,000 Int’l Ticker: INCH Int’l Exchange: London-LSE
2006 Sales: $9,481,800 2006 Profits: $346,200 Employees: 11,432
2005 Sales: $7,881,110 2005 Profits: $228,982 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $7,233,843 2004 Profits: $210,017 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $1,282,040 Bonus: $998,592
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $761,019 Bonus: $593,166
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 3 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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INERGY AUTOMOTIVE www.inergyautomotive.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Fuel Systems
Diesel Particulate Filters Inergy Automotive Systems is a joint venture of Plastic
Selective Catalytic Reduction Systems Omnium and Solvay that designs and manufactures
automotive fuel systems. The company develops innovative
systems that store, handle, deliver and regulate energy in
automotive vehicles. It accomplishes this through its
expertise in polymer technology, industrial processes and
systems architecture. The Inergy system includes a fuel
tank, fuel-filler neck, on-board refueling vapor recovery
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: system, fuel pump, fuel delivery module, vapor canister, on-
Plastic Omnium board diagnostic sensor, fuel-level sensor, fuel lines, wiring
Solvay
harness and roll-over valves. The company has also
CAPLESS
developed CAPLESS, a refueling system that involves no
fuel tank cap. The fuel-delivery systems are designed for
OEMs (original equipment manufacturers) such as General
Motors, Nissan, DaimlerChrystler and Peugeot. The
company designs components, systems and processes for
customers who need to comply with technical and
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be environmental demands such as partial zero emissions
intentionally listed here more than once. vehicle (PZEV), reduced carbon dioxide emissions, low
Pierre Lecocq, CEO emissions vehicle (LEV) II and zero emissions vehicles
Jean-Francois Berard, VP-Mktg. (ZEV). Systems are designed for recycling and adapted to
Sandra Mac Donald, VP-Human Resources process alternative fuels. The company has 24 facilities in
Jean-Francois Berard, VP-R&D 17 countries. Headquartered in Paris, Inergy has four plant
Sandra Mac Donald, VP-Internal Comm. locations in France, two in Spain, two in the U.S. and other
Gerd Behnstedt, Corp. VP-Sales locations in Africa, Asia, Europe and South America. Europe
Phone: 33-1-56-02-21-21 Fax: 33-1-45-26-11-51 accounts for about half of company sales. In May 2007,
Toll-Free: Inergy began plans to construct a fuel system plant in
Address: 15-25 Blvd. de l'Amiral Bruix, Paris, 75016 France Wuhan, in the Hubei province of China. The facility will
deliver fuel systems to production plants operated by Nissan
and General Motors. Inergy is also in the process of
negotiating the purchase of a site in Russia on which to
construct a plant to supply fuel systems for Renault/Dacia in
Russia.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Joint Venture
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 4,500
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $1,636,800 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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INGERSOLL-RAND COMPANY LIMITED company.ingersollrand.com


Industry Group Code: 333410 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty: Y
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Refrigeration and Controls
Industrial Equipment Ingersoll-Rand Company Limited is a $17 billion global firm
Automotive Tools that handles business in three segments: manufacture of
Temperature-Controlled Semi-Trailers products and equipment for climate control; design,
Locks & Security Systems manufacture and sale of compressed air systems for
Automotive Components industrial applications and mechanical and electronic security
Specialty Industrial Vehicles products through 100 plants worldwide. Ingersoll-Rand
Golf Carts & Utility Vehicles Climate Control produces Thermo King temperature-
controlled semi-trailers and Hussman-brand stationary
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: refrigeration equipment. Other products manufactured in this
Thermo King sector include HVAC systems, refrigerated displays,
Trane
beverage coolers and walk-in freezers. Ingersoll-Rand
Officine Meccaniche Industriali
Dor-O-Matic
Industrial products include Ingersoll-Rand air compressors,
Broadway tools and assembly solutions; ARO pumps, valves, cylinders
Kryptonite and air system components; GHH-Rand high-performance
Locknetics compressors; robotic adhesive dispensing equipment;
Schlage ergonomic handling products and systems; micro turbines;
automotive tools; engine starting systems; and fastener
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be tightening systems. The segment consists of utility
intentionally listed here more than once. equipment and road development businesses. The firm’s
Herbert L. Henkel, CEO compact vehicle technologies group offers Club Car golf
Herbert L. Henkel, Pres. carts and utility vehicles and Bobcat compact loaders.
Steven R. Shawley, CFO/Sr. VP Ingersoll-Rand Security and Safety products include
Marcia J. Avedon, Sr. VP-Human Resources Broadway architectural hardware; Dor-O-Matic door
Barry Libenson, CIO/VP closures, exit devices and automatic door systems;
Patricia Nachtigal, General Counsel/Sr. VP Electronic Technologies Corporation’s security systems
Mike Ryan, VP-Oper. integration services; and other brands such as Falcon,
Patrick Shannon, VP-Strategy & Bus. Dev.
Marcia J. Avedon, Sr. VP-Comm.
Glynn-Johnson, Kryptonite, Locknetics, Von Duprin and
David Kuhl, VP/Treas. Schlage locks. In November 2007, Doosan Infracore
James R. Bolch, Sr. VP/Pres., Industrial Technologies Sector purchased Ingersoll Rand’s Bobcat, Utility Equipment and
Steven B. Hochhauser, Sr. VP/Pres., Security Technologies Sector Attachments business units for approximately $4.9 billion.
Mary Beth Gustaffson, VP/Deputy General Counsel Ingersoll Rand signed an agreement in September 2007 to
Richard W. Randall, VP/Controller acquire privately owned Officine Meccaniche Industriali ,
Herbert L. Henkel, Chmn. which provides compressed-air treatment equipment. In June
Jeff Song, Pres., Ingersoll-Rand China 2008, Ingersoll Rand acquired Trane and its heating, air
Phone: 441-295-2838 Fax: 201-573-3448 conditioning and climate control systems services.
Toll-Free: Ingersoll-Rand offers its employees various
Address: Clarendon House, 2 Church St., Hamilton, HM 11 pension/retirement plans providing a fixed amount of
Bermuda retirement assistance based on employee tenure and age.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $13,227,400 2008 Profits: $-2,567,400 U.S. Stock Ticker: IR
2007 Sales: $8,763,100 2007 Profits: $733,100 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $8,033,700 2006 Profits: $765,000 Employees: 60,000
2005 Sales: $7,263,700 2005 Profits: $1,054,200 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $9,393,600 2004 Profits: $1,218,700 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Y Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $1,231,250 Bonus: $3,000,000
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $508,333 Bonus: $540,000
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 6 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

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INTERMET CORPORATION www.intermet.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturer
Cast-Metal Automotive Components Intermet Corp. provides cast metal components for
automotive and commercial vehicle manufacturers. The
firm's castings also have applications in construction, farm
equipment, small internal combustion engines, computers,
industrial tools and household appliances. The company’s
manufacturing plants, which have over 700,000 tons of
annual capacity, produce components from aluminum,
magnesium, ductile iron and zinc. The firm operates in three
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: manufacturing segments: die casting, ferrous and PCPC
(pressure-counter-pressure casting), although its metal-
casting operations are more broadly described by two
manufacturing capabilities: light metals and ferrous metals.
Intermet’s products include powertrain/drivetrain,
chassis/structural, interior/electronics and consumer goods
components. Ferrous metal products include crankshafts,
camshafts, steering knuckles, wheel spindles, differential
cases, brake calipers and suspension control arms. Light
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be metal products include aluminum castings, pressure castings
intentionally listed here more than once. and die castings, such as engine covers, fluid-containing
Bob Tamburrino, CEO covers, brackets, instrument panel frames, connector
Bob Tamburrino, Pres. housings, airbag controller enclosures and windshield wiper
William H. Whalen, CFO motor enclosures. The company sells its products to
Steve Lake, Exec. VP-Sales automotive and commercial vehicle original equipment
Steve Lake, Exec. VP-Strategy manufacturers (OEMs) and Tier-1 suppliers around the
William H. Whalen, VP-Finance globe, which include Chrysler, General Motors, Honda,
Don L. Hays, VP/Group Pres., PCPCTM Group Toyota, BMW, Mercedes, Nissan, Volkswagen, Volvo and
Robert Axe, Group Pres., Die Cast Group
Troy Jonas, Group Pres., Ferrous Group
Ford Motor. The firm has an engineering and metallurgical
resources research center in Virginia, several in-plant
Phone: 817-348-9190 Fax: 866-833-3583 engineering departments and three in-plant production
Toll-Free: centers. In 2008, the firm announced plans to close its
Address: 301 Commerce St., Ste. 2901, Fort Worth, TX 76102 Pulaski, Tennessee manufacturing plant. Also in 2008,
US Intermet filed for filed for Chapter 11 protection with the U.S.
Bankruptcy Court.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 5,652
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $837,173 2004 Profits: $-273,628 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $475,000 Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $450,000 Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y

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INTERNET BRANDS INC www.internetbrands.com


Industry Group Code: 514199A Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing: Y
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Sales-Online
Home & Home Improvement Web Sites Internet Brands, Inc. is an operator of e-commerce and
Online Travel Directories community sites. The firm operates around 40 websites
grouped into three categories: automotive; travel and leisure;
and home. In addition, the company offers Internet software
services. Internet Brands’ e-commerce automotive web sites
allow clients to research and buy Internet Brands, Inc. is an
operator of e-commerce and community sites. The firm
operates 50 web sites grouped into five categories:
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: automotive; careers; home; shopping; and travel and leisure.
CarsDirect.com The automotive segment operates e-commerce automotive
Autos.com
web sites that enable consumers to research and buy new
InstantCarLoan.com
PassionFord.com
and used cars, including Autos.com, CarsDirect.com, and
F150online.com InstantCarLoan.com. The firm also has over 30 automotive-
NewCarTestDrive.com related community web sites, such as ATVConnection.com,
DoItYourself.com AudiWorld.com, Camaro Forums.com, ChevroletForum.com,
World66.com ClubLexus.com, CorvetteForum.com, DodgeForum.com,
F150online.com, GreenHybrid.com, LandRoverForums.com,
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be and Wikicars.com.. The careers segment operates 10 job
intentionally listed here more than once. listings sites, portfolio sites, and community sites, including
Robert N. Brisco, CEO AirlinePilot Central.com, ClassADrivers.com, HospitalJobs
Lisa Morita, COO Online.com, iFreelance.com, and RealPolice.com. The
Robert N. Brisco, Pres. home segment includes nine web sites involving housing
Alexander E. Hansen, CFO selection, financing, purchasing, leasing and home
Chuck Hoover, Chief Mktg. Officer improvement. Home web sites include BrokerOutpost.com,
Joseph Rosenblum, CTO CreditorWeb.com, DoItYourself.com, and ThatRental
B. Lynn Walsh, General Counsel Site.com. The shopping segment offers seven sites with a
B. Lynn Walsh, Exec. VP-Corp. Dev.
Gregory T. Perrier, CEO/Pres., Autodata Solutions Co.
focus on discounts, coupons, special offers and certain high
Howard Morgan, Chmn. value categories, including AVRev.com, Bargainist.com, and
Ultimate Coupons.com. The travel and leisure web sites are
Phone: 310-280-4000 Fax: 310-280-4868 comprised of seven accommodation sites and 16 community
Toll-Free: 800-692-2200 sites, ranging from CruiseMates.com and
Address: 909 N. Sepulveda Blvd., 11th Fl., El Segundo, CA VacationHomes.com to BikeForums.com, HorseTopia.com,
90245 US and Wikitravel.com. In addition, the company licenses
internet technologies with e-commerce, content, and
community applications under the brands Autodata and
vBulletin. In July 2007, the firm acquired
ApartmentRatings.com, the largest community of apartment
renters on the Internet. In September 2007, Internet Brands
acquired ePodunk.com, a web site that provides
comprehensive data and local information about thousands
of communities across the U.S., Canada and the U.K. In
November 2007, the company had a successful IPO.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: INET
2007 Sales: $89,889 2007 Profits: $ 311 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $84,804 2006 Profits: $93,067 Employees: 559
2005 Sales: $78,100 2005 Profits: $13,400 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $61,100 2004 Profits: $9,300 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $360,000 Bonus: $339,500
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $269,808 Bonus: $80,625
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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INTERSTATE BATTERY SYSTEM OF AMERICA


www.interstatebatteries.com
Industry Group Code: 335910 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing: Y
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Y Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Battery Manufacturing
Retail Battery Sales Interstate Battery System of America, Inc. (IBSA) produces
Battery Distribution and distributes batteries through its distributors, dealers, All
Battery Centers stores and online. The company’s batteries
can be used for automotive and marine industries;
motorcycles; snowmobiles; 4-wheelers; watercrafts;
recreational vehicles; lawn mowers; watches; households;
laptops; hearing-aids; wheelchairs and mobility scooters;
foklifts; cordless and cellular phones; and backup power
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: supplies for industrial and telecommunications industries.
All Battery Centers More than 200,000 retail dealers sell Interstate batteries
Pinnacle
throughout the U.S. and Canada. IBSA also has over 300
Mega-Tron
Workaholic
wholesale distributors. At its retailers, an Interstate regional
Ameritron manager comes at regular intervals to rotate stock and pick
Canatron up old batteries for recycling in order to keep the stock fresh.
Technology PowerCare The company's All Battery Centers network provides over
PowerVolt 7,000 different types of household and business batteries.
These batteries utilize NiCad, NiMH, SLA, Lithium, Alkaline,
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Zinc Air and Silver Oxide cell technology. The firm’s
intentionally listed here more than once. proprietary Pinnacle battery technology provides significant
Carlos Sepulveda, CEO advantages such as longer battery life, more life cycles and
Carlos Sepulveda, Pres. high heat resistance, as well as improved discharge recovery
Dennis Brown, VP-Mktg. rates and shorter battery charging time. Household batteries
Chris Willis, VP-Human Resources/Counsel are used for products such as flashlights and camcorders,
Merv Tarde, CIO/VP-IT and business batteries are used for products such as pagers
Walt Holmes, General Counsel/VP-PowerCare and computer backup power. Consumers are also able to
Mickey Elam, VP-e-Commerce
purchase many of the company's batteries online. The
Scott Miller, VP-Advertising & Public Rel.
Lisa Huntsberry, VP-Corp. Acct. & Svcs. Team company does business with automotive manufacturers such
Mickey Elam, VP-All Battery as Toyota, Lexus, U-Haul and Subaru. Brand names include
Jeff Haddock, VP-Independent Dist. Group Ameritron, Workaholic, Mega-Tron, Pinnacle, Canatron,
Alex Louis, VP-Interstate Owned Territories Technology PowerCare and PowerVolt. In August 2008, the
Billy Norris, VP-National Accounts firm announced it was looking for new headquarters and
Norm Miller, Chmn. planned to hire 50 employees in the next year.
Chris Antoniou, VP-Supply Chain Mgmt.
The company offers its employees medical, dental and vision
Phone: 972-991-1444 Fax: 972-458-8288 insurance; prescription coverage; life and long-term disability
Toll-Free: 888-772-3600 insurance; flexible spending accounts; a 401(k) plan;
Address: 12770 Merit Dr., Ste. 1000, Dallas, TX 75251 US subsidized health club memberships; free covered parking;
and one free battery per year plus discounts on all batteries.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $1,500,000 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $1,000,000 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 1,415
2005 Sales: $754,900 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $700,000 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Y Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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ISUZU MOTORS AMERICA INC www.isuzu.com


Industry Group Code: 421110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Distribution-SUVs
Commercial Vehicles & Diesel Engines Isuzu Motors America, Inc. (IMA), a subsidiary of Isuzu
Motors, Ltd., sells, distributes and markets Isuzu vehicles
sports utility vehicles and industrial diesel engines
throughout the U.S. The firm’s parent company, Isuzu
Motors, is one of the world’s largest manufactures of
medium- and heavy-duty trucks. IMA focuses mainly on
SUV offerings, which include the 5-passenger Ascender SUV
and the i290 and i370 pickups. The company’s subsidiary,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Isuzu Manufacturing Services of America (IMSA), provides
Isuzu Motors Ltd research and development, engineering and production
Isuzu Manufacturing Services of America
support functions for Isuzu’s commercial vehicle, sports utility
vehicle and powertrain operations. The company’s
powertrain division distributes approximately 30 models of
industrial diesel engines that offer up to 300 horsepower.
Isuzu’s trucks division has a partnership with General Motors
that provides diesel engines to Chevy and GMC’s heavy-duty
pickups; this partnership continues after General Motor’s
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be (GM) divesture of Isuzu shares. In January 2008, IMA
intentionally listed here more than once. announced that it would cease distribution of new Isuzu
J. Terry Maloney, COO vehicles in North America as of January 2009. This move is
J. Terry Maloney, Pres. the result of the discontinuation by GM of the Ascender, i-
Robert B. Trawick, VP-Dealer Network Dev. & Bus. Management 290 and i-370. Isuzu’s parts and service operations will
Yoshitomo Utaka, Chmn. continue for both vehicle owners and dealers, including parts
Phone: 562-229-5000 Fax: 562-229-5463 warranties, roadside assistance, and the customer call-
Toll-Free: 800-255-6727 center.
Address: 13340 183rd St., Cerritos, CA 90702 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: ISUZU MOTORS LTD
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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ISUZU MOTORS LTD www.isuzu.co.jp


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 22 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Y Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Manufacturing
Trucks & Buses Isuzu Motors, Ltd., headquartered in Tokyo, Japan,
Diesel Engines manufactures and sells automobiles, sport-utility vehicles
Logistics Services (SUVs), pickups, freight trucks, buses, automobile parts and
diesel engines. Its SUV line includes the Ascender, the MU-
7 in Thailand and the Panther in Indonesia. Chief pick-up
trucks include the D-MAX, the i-350 and the i-280. Truck
models come in heavy-, medium- and light-duty varieties,
with featured models including (in descending size) the E-
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: line (EXZ, EXR), the C-line (CXZ), the F-line (FVZ, FRR,
Isuzu Motors America LLC FTR, FSR) and the light-duty N-line (NQR, NPR, NKR).
Isuzu Motors America Inc
Isuzu sells its buses under the Erga brand name, offering a
Isuzu Automotive Europe
Isuzu Truck South Africa (Pty) Limited
normal version and a small version known as the Erga Mio.
Isuzu Ukraine The company has focused on the development of fuel-
Isuzu-OAO Severstal-Auto efficient and low-emissions diesel engines for years and
currently produces more than 60 diesel engine models sold
to the automotive, industrial and maritime markets. The firm
has more than 50 associated companies and approximately
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be 95 subsidiaries, through which it also provides logistics
intentionally listed here more than once. services. Isuzu has a number of partnerships, including
Susumu Hosoi, Pres. Isuzu Automotive Europe, a joint venture with Mitsubishi
Hiroyoshi Sakai, Exec. Officer-Prod. Mktg. Corp. to expand sales in Europe; Isuzu Truck South Africa
Masashi Harada, Exec. Officer-Human Resources (Pty) Limited, a joint venture with GM South Africa; Isuzu
Takashi Urata, Sr. Exec. Officer-Eng. Div. Ukraine, which sells trucks and buses in the Ukraine; and
Naotoshi Tsutsumi, Exec. VP-Mfg. Div. Isuzu-OAO Severstal-Auto, which implements local
Naoto Hakamata, Exec. Officer-Corp. Comm. production and sales of the ELF light-duty commercial trucks
Goro Shintani, Exec. VP-Int'l Sales Headquarters in Russia. Automotive customers include such industry
Yoshihiro Tadaki, Exec. VP-Japan Sales Headquarters
Tsutomu Yamada, Sr. Exec. Officer-Quality Assurance Div.
giants as Saab, Renault and General Motors. Isuzu engines
Yoshinori Ida, Chmn. are manufactured in plants located on four continents,
Hirokichi Nadachi, Sr. Exec. Officer-Europe Oper. including four plants in the U.S. In early 2008, the company
discontinued its SUV sales in North America. In February
Phone: 81-3-5471-1141 Fax: 81-3-5471-1042
2009, the company announced the merging of two U.S.
Toll-Free: subsidiaries, Isuzu Motors America LLC and Isuzu Motors
Address: 6-26-1 Minami-oi, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo, 140-8722 America, Inc. The surviving company will be known as Isuzu
Japan Motors America LLC.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $19,180,300 2008 Profits: $757,330 U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $16,570,500 2007 Profits: $920,750 Int’l Ticker: 7202 Int’l Exchange: Tokyo-TSE
2006 Sales: $13,452,100 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 7,571
2005 Sales: $13,425,818 2005 Profits: $539,250 Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $13,539,600 2004 Profits: $517,900 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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JAGUAR CARS LTD www.jaguar.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobiles, Manufacturing
Racing Jaguar Cars, Ltd., based in the U.K. and founded in 1922,
manufactures a distinctive line of luxury sedans and sports
cars. The company is a subsidiary of Tata Motors Limited,
who acquired Jaguar from Ford Motor Co in 2008. Tata
Motors, based in India, is part of the Tata Group
conglomerate, which includes businesses ranging from steel
production to retailing to inexpensive, compact car
manufacturing. The company’s current line includes four
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: models: the S-Type, XJ, XK and the X-Type. The entry-level
Tata Motors Limited X-Type premium compact sedan, with a starting price around
Tata Group
$35,000, is the company’s first all-wheel drive model,
X-Type
S-Type
designed to appeal to younger drivers. Launched in 2001,
XJ the expanded 2007 X-Type lineup includes the X-Type
XK Sportwagon 3.0, with features like a 227 hp 3.0 liter V6
XKR engine, and a new accessory audio connectivity module for
XF iPod mp3 players. The 2009 Jaguar S-Type, starting at
approximately $50,000, is a mid-size luxury sedan, available
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be with either a 3.0-liter V6 or 4.2-liter V8 engine. The 2009
intentionally listed here more than once. lineup also includes the S-Type R, with a supercharged 400
David Smith, CEO hp, 4.2 liter V8 engine, starting around $65,000. The
Frank Lazzaro, CFO company’s flagship model, the XJ sedan, starts at $64,500.
Michael Ali, Dir.-IT The car’s monocoque alloy bodyshell boasts a 4.2 liter, 300
Phone: 44-24-7640-2121 Fax: 44-24-7620-2101 hp aluminumV8 engine, along with Bluetooth wireless
Toll-Free: technology. Jaguar’s XK series includes XK and XKR
coupes and convertibles, priced from $75,500. The
Address: Browns Ln., Allesley, Coventry, West Midlands CVS
company’s concept cars include the R-D6, and the R-Coupe.
9DR UK
The newly developed XF, a sports sedan, was introduced in
late 2007. Jaguar Financial Services offers finance and
payment packages for leasing or purchasing new and used
Jaguars, in addition to car insurance. In August 2008, the
company announced a collaboration with Lotus Engineering
and Queen’s University Belfast, to develop an engine which
maximizes fuel efficiency when running on renewable fuels.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: TATA MOTORS LIMITED
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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JARDINE CYCLE AND CARRIAGE www.jcclgroup.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 25 Profits: 18
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Y Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Y Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobiles, Retailing
Auto Distribution Jardine Cycle and Carriage manages a variety of Singapore
Auto Dealers business interests in motor vehicle distribution and retailing.
Auto Service The company operates its motor vehicle distribution and
Auto Insurance sales businesses under its well-established brand name,
Cycle and Carriage. It is a member of a conglomerate, the
Jardine Matheson Group, which operates in the fields of
engineering, hotels, transportation, motor trading, retaining
and financial services. A leader in Singapore’s auto market,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Cycle and Carriage is the country’s exclusive dealer of
Cycle & Carriage Ltd. Mercedes-Benz and additionally represents Kia, Mitsubishi,
Cycle & Carriage Bintang
and Citroen. Cycle and Carriage dealers also provide
Jardine Matheson Group
PT Astra International Tbk
service, maintenance and body and paint repair, as well as
Tunas Ridean offering related financing and comprehensive insurance
brokerage. Jardine Cycle and Carriage’s investment
interests are overseen by its subsidiary CCL Indo-China
Investments. In Malaysia, the company’s motor vehicle
operations are run under the name Cycle & Carriage
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Bintang, specializing in the distribution of Mercedes-Benz
intentionally listed here more than once. vehicles. The firm also owns a 37.9% interest in Tunas
Benjamin Keswick, Group Managing Dir. Ridean, a independent automotive dealer in Indonesia,
Chiew Sin Cheok, Dir.-Group Finance representing Toyota, Daihatsu, BMW and Peugeot motor
Ho Yeng Tat, Sec./Dir.-Legal vehicles and Honda motorcycles. The company additionally
Ho Yeng Tat, Dir.-Corp. Affairs holds a 50.1% interest in PT Astra International Tbk, an
Cheah Kim Teck, CEO-Group Motor Oper. Indonesian conglomerate engaged in auto distribution,
Michael Ruslim, Pres. Dir/CEO-Astra agribusiness, financial services, information technology and
Steven Foster, Managing Dir.-Cycle & Carriage Bintang infrastructure. The company’s interest in PT Astra
Anthony Nightingale, Chmn.
International greatly extends its regional reach, with Astra
Phone: 65-6473-3122 Fax: 65-6475-7088 representing the one of the largest independent automotive
Toll-Free: group in Southeast Asia. Astra’s motor vehicle brands
Address: 239 Alexandra Rd., Singapore, 159930 Singapore include Honda motorcycles and Toyota, Daihatsu, Isuzu,
Peugeot and Nissan Diesel cars and trucks. In 2008, the
firm subscribed for a 12% interest in Truong Hai Auto
Corporation, a Vietnamese automotive company.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $8,895,600 2007 Profits: $340,100 Int’l Ticker: C07 Int’l Exchange: Singapore-SIN
2006 Sales: $7,186,000 2006 Profits: $223,800 Employees: 110,000
2005 Sales: $3,798,000 2005 Profits: $426,000 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $1,500,000 2004 Profits: $349,400 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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JASON INCORPORATED www.jasoninc.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 68 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturing
Seats Jason Incorporated is a diversified manufacturing corporation
Non-Woven Acoustical Fiber Insulation operating in two segments, Motor Vehicle and Industrial.
Finishing Products Established in 1985 and headquartered in Milwaukee,
Precision Components Wisconsin, Jason Incorporated was taken private through a
management-led buyout in 2000. The firm’s Motor Vehicle
Group has businesses that include large manufacturers of
non-woven acoustical fiber insulation for the automotive
industry. It also includes seating products made for
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: motorcycles, boats and a range of off-road mobile
Atlanta Brush equipment. The segment includes the companies Milsco
Janesville Acoustics
Manufacturing Company and Janesville Acoustics. These
Milsco Manufacturing Company
Assembled Products
subsidiaries are second-tier suppliers to many of the world’s
JacksonLea major auto manufacturers. Additionally, Jason
Metalex Incorporated’s subsidiary Milsco Manufacturing has been the
Osborn International sole supplier of motorcycle seats to Harley-Davidson for
Sealeze almost 70 years. Jason’s industrial businesses are among
the largest U.S. manufacturers of finishing products, such as
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be industrial brushes and buffing products, for industrial
intentionally listed here more than once. applications and precision components for original
David Westgate, CEO equipment manufacturers worldwide. This segment includes
David Westgate, Pres. Jason Precision Components, JacksonLea, Assembled
John Hengel, Sec. Products, Advance Wire Products, Metalex, Osborn
John Hengel, VP-Finance International, Sealeze and Atlanta Brush. The industrial
Mark Train, Chmn. segment has operations in the U.S., Mexico, Canada, China,
Phone: 414-277-9300 Fax: 414-277-9445 Brazil, Germany, Romania, Sweden, Denmark, Spain and
Toll-Free: the U.K.
Address: 411 E. Wisconsin Ave., Ste. 2120, Milwaukee, WI
53202 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $385,900 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 3,500
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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JAYCO INC www.jayco.com


Industry Group Code: 336120 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 11 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Y Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Y Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Recreational Vehicle Manufacturing
Motor Homes Jayco, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of recreation vehicles
Camping Trailers (RVs) that sells about 25,000 vehicles each year. A family-
RV Dealerships owned business, the company began in a farmhouse in
1968, and has since advanced to its current status as a
large-scale production operation with a dealership network of
300 locations nationwide. The company’s recreation
vehicles include camping trailers, light-weight trailers, travel
trailers, fifth wheels, class C motor homes and toy haulers.
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Jayco’s camping trailers include the Jay Series, which sleeps
Jay Series five to eight and comes equipped with such standard
Baja
amenities as a stove, a sofa and a dinette area; the Baja,
Select
Jay Feather
which sleeps four to six, combines the features of a trailer
Jay Flight and toy hauler and comes equipped with a Bike Port deck,
Eagle capable of holding up to six bicycles; and the Select camping
Designer trailer, which includes added storage features. Jayco’s light-
Jayco Travel Club weight trailers are sold under the Jay Feather brand; its park
trailers are sold under the Jay Flight and Eagle brands; its
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be fifth wheels are sold under the Eagle and Designer brands;
intentionally listed here more than once. its motor homes are sold under the Greyhawk, Melbourne
Wilbur Bontrager, CEO and Seneca brands; and its toy haulers are sold under the
Derald L. Bontrager, COO Octane, Recon and Seneca brands. Owners of Jayco
Derald L. Bontrager, Pres. trailers can be part of the Jayco Travel Club, an organization
Wilbur Bontrager, Chmn. that plans activities and trips each year with over 100
Phone: 574-825-5861 Fax: chapters across the U.S. and Canada. Models range in price
Toll-Free: from about $6,000 to $146,000. The cheapest models are
Address: 903 S. Main St., P.O. Box 460, Middlebury, IN 46540 simple camping trailers that can be hitched to the back of a
US car or truck; mid-range models are trailers that provide more
expansive floor plans and living amenities; and the most
expensive products are the firm’s line of motor homes.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $585,000 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 1,770
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 8/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

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JB POINDEXTER & CO INC www.jbpoindexter.com


Industry Group Code: 336211 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 6 Profits: 5
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Truck Body Manufacturing
Step Van Manufacturing J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc is a diversified manufacturing
Truck Accessories company serving the transportation industry and the
Specialty Industrial Products industrial products markets. The company brings together
Contract Machining an extended network of subsidiaries operating independently
Expandable Foam Products in a decentralized structure. The primary businesses are
Cargo Handling Equipment focused in five groups: truck bodies, step vans, truck
accessories, specialty manufacturing and specialty vehicles.
The truck bodies businesses include Morgan Corporation,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: which is one of largest manufacturers in the U.S. of Class 3-
Morgan Corporation 7 refrigerated and dry truck bodies, designed for Ryder,
Commercial Babcock
Penske and FedEx. It sells its products through 100
Morgan Olson
Truck Accessories Group
dealerships, and manufactures its products in six plants.
Specialty Manufacturing Group J.B. Poindexter also manufactures equipment for loading and
MIC Group unloading trailers and trucks. The group also includes
EFP Corporation Commercial Babcock, a Canadian company which
Federal Coach manufactures and markets medium duty truck bodies. Step
vans, familiar to most as local delivery trucks for foodservice,
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be vending, uniform and linen companies, are manufactured
intentionally listed here more than once. and distributed by Morgan Olson through its 381,000 square
John B. Poindexter, CEO foot facility in Sturgis, Michigan. J.B. Poindexter’s Truck
John B. Poindexter, Pres. Accessories Group manufactures pickup truck caps, covers,
Jay Krishnamurthy, VP-IT lids and campers marketed under brand names Leer,
Larry T. Wolfe, VP-Admin. Century, Raider, LoRider, Pace Edwards and State Wide
Robert S. Whatley, Sec. Aluminum. It has four manufacturing facilities in the U.S. and
Mark Gonzalez, VP-Corp. Dev. one in Canada; and distributes its products through
Robert S. Whatley, VP-Finance/Treas. independent dealers to individuals, small businesses and
Phillip (Phil) Schull, VP-Risk Mgmt.
John B. Poindexter, Chmn.
fleets. The company’s Specialty Manufacturing Group offers
Timothy Young, VP-Procurement manufacturing capabilities including precision machining,
fabrication and expandable foam product manufacturing.
Phone: 713-655-9800 Fax: 713-951-9038 The group operates through two main subsidiaries: MIC
Toll-Free: Group, a contract machining company with services
Address: 600 Travis St., Ste. 200, Houston, TX 77002 US including electron beam welding, precision machining and
gun-drilling; and EFP Corporation, an industrial manufacturer
of expandable foam packaging products. The specialty
vehicles group is operated out of Arkansas through the
subsidiary Federal Coach, which produces a line of Cadillac
and Lincoln funeral coaches, limousines and mid-sized
buses for individuals, local governments and fleet services.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $792,200 2007 Profits: $- 800 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $795,400 2006 Profits: $8,200 Employees: 4,227
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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JD POWER & ASSOCIATES www.jdpower.com


Industry Group Code: 541910 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems: Y
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing: Y
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Global Marketing Information Services
Automotive Industry Research J.D. Power & Associates is a market researching company
Consumer Satisfaction Surveys specializing in consumer satisfaction. Although it covers a
wide variety of industries, the company is best known for its
research work in the automotive industry. Since its founding
in 1968 by James D. Power III, the company has specialized
in analyzing market information such as product quality and
buyer behavior. In addition, the company conducts private
tracking studies, media studies, forecasting and training
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: services, often using independent, unbiased surveys to cull
McGraw Hill Cos., Inc. information. The firm surveys recent new car buyers each
Umbria, Inc.
year in order to create its well-known automobile quality
ratings. With this consumer data, the company can establish
the qualifications of customer satisfaction, identify the
strengths and weaknesses of individual companies and
provide recommendations on how companies can improve
themselves. The company has an intelligence network that
links forecasting experts in the Americas, Europe and Asia
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Pacific regions. Automotive forecasting services include:
intentionally listed here more than once. production forecasting, global product advance, sales
Stephen C. Goodall, Pres. forecasting and engine and transmission reports. Other
Kenneth Caruso, VP-Human Resources industries served by J.D. Power include telecommunications,
Richard Belanger, VP-IT travel, real estate, finance, marine, healthcare, utilities,
Stuart Greif, VP-Bus. Dev. & Strategic Planning commercial vehicles, sports and entertainment, retailing,
Peter Marlow, VP-Comm. Affairs office products and professional services. In addition to its
Nilo Ramos, VP-Corp. Finance market research business, the company also provides
James D. Power IV, Strategic Advisor consultation services in the areas of design, manufacturing
John Humphrey, VP-APAC Oper.
Steve Carroll, VP-Client Svcs.
and development as well as the sales and marketing process
Gary Tucker, VP-Finance & Insurance Svcs. of a product. Moreover, the firm offers market consultant
Finbarr O’Neill, VP-Int'l Oper. training services. J.D. Power is a business unit of the
publishing company, McGraw-Hill. In April 2008, the firm
Phone: 805-418-8000 Fax: 805-418-8900
acquired Umbria, Inc., a social media and consumer-
Toll-Free: 800-274-5372 generated media research company.
Address: 2625 Townsgate Rd., Westlake Village, CA 91361 US
J.D. Power offers its employees a complete benefits package
including prescription drug coverage, flexible spending
accounts, an employee assistance plan and automobile and
homeowner's insurance.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: MCGRAW HILL COS INC
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Y Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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JIM KOONS AUTOMOTIVE COMPANIES INC www.koons.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing: Y
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Y Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Collision Repair Centers Jim Koons Automotive Companies, Inc. sells new and used
Commercial Sales vehicles. Founded in 1964 by John Koons Sr., the first auto
Online Sales dealer to enter the Automotive Hall of Fame, the firm is now
Parts run by his son, Jim Koons, and employs around 200 people.
Brands including Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, Lexus,
Lincoln, Mercury, Scion, Toyota and Volvo are sold through
the company’s 15 locations in Maryland and Virginia. Koons’
commercial sales department offers manufactured and
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: customized vehicles to meet the needs of any business. The
Koons Tyson’s Toyota firm made approximately $66.5 million in sales in 2007. The
J. Koons Pontiac Buick GMC
company also operates several collision repair centers.
Sterling Ford
Tysons Chevy-Chrysler
Koon’s web site features a virtual showroom of its new and
Falls Church Ford-Dodge used vehicles with information regarding special purchase
deals, rebates and repair service specials. Customers are
also able to value a trade-in vehicle, schedule a maintenance
appointment, order customized vehicles, purchase
accessories and parts and apply for credit online. The
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be company’s locations include Koons Tyson’s Toyota/Scion,
intentionally listed here more than once. which provides an expansive location for car tune-ups, as
James E. Koons, CEO well as new car sales; Lexus of Wilmington; Sterling Ford;
Ed Waugh, Controller Tysons Chevrolet-Chrysler; Koons Lincoln-Mercury/Volvo;
Phone: 703-356-0400 Fax: 703-442-5765 and Falls Church Ford-Dodge.
Toll-Free: 800-782-0191 Jim Koons Automotive Companies, Inc. offers its employees
Address: 2000 Chain Bridge Rd., Vienna, VA 22182 US a benefits package including health, dental, life, and disability
insurance and a 401(k) plan.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 200
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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JL FRENCH AUTOMOTIVE CASTINGS www.jlfrench.com


Industry Group Code: 336350 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 5 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturing
Aluminum Die Casting J. L. French Automotive Castings, Inc. (French), based in
Power Train Components Wisconsin, is a leading global supplier of die cast aluminum
Aluminum Smelting components to the automotive industry, specializing in power
train components. The firm’s products, which include cam
covers, transmission cases, front engine covers, timing chain
covers and oil pans, are utilized in most high-volume
automotive platforms. French’s capabilities include design,
modeling, prototyping, cast production, machining and
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: assembly. It offers die cast machines from 300 tons to 3,500
Allotech International tons. The company operates four manufacturing facilities in
the U.S. and Spain, as well as four engineering and
customer support locations in North America, Europe, Brazil,
Japan and India. The company’s North American
headquarters are in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, and the
headquarters for its European operations are in Ansola,
Spain. Through its Allotech International subsidiary, French
is also a leading aluminum secondary smelter in North
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be America. The firm produces castings for many OEMs and
intentionally listed here more than once. Tier 1 suppliers, including GM, Ford, DaimlerChrysler, Audi
John F. Falcon, CEO and NissanRenault. French provides components for over
John F. Falcon, Pres. 20 Ford models, including the Explorer, Taurus and F-Series
James A. Amodeo, CFO pickup trucks. In January 2008, French was awarded
Charles M. Waldon, CTO/Exec. VP production of a new V6 aluminum engine block by Hyundai
John F. Falcon, Chmn. Motor Company, with production planned to commence in
Phone: 920-458-7724 Fax: 920-458-0140 late 2009.
Toll-Free: J.L. French Automotive Castings, Inc. offers its employees
Address: 3101 S. Taylor Dr., P.O. Box 1024, Sheboygan, WI educational assistance, flexible spending accounts, medical
53082-1024 US benefits and life insurance.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $293,000 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 3,599
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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JM FAMILY ENTERPRISES www.jmfamily.com


Industry Group Code: 421110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Y Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Distribution-Wholesale
Automobile Dealer JM Family Enterprises, Inc. is a leading family-owned
Parts Distribution diversified automotive company. Through its subsidiaries,
Financing & Insurance JM is a leading global distributor of Toyotas and Scions; a
Dealership Financing diversified financial services company; a leading provider of
Consulting Services finance and insurance products; a leading provider of
integrated software systems for automotive dealers; and a
leading global Lexus dealership. Subsidiary JM Lexus is one
of the highest volume Lexus dealerships in the world, selling
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: roughly 7,700 new and 2,000 pre-owned vehicles annually.
JM Lexus The firm’s JM&A Group subsidiary is a leading independent
JM&A Group
provider of finance and insurance products in the automotive
JMsolutions
JM Service Center (JMSC)
industry, currently servicing over 1,900 dealer customers
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC nationwide. Subsidiary JMsolutions provides integrated
World Omni Financial Corp. (WOFC) software systems designed to improve the sales process
JM Lexus Certified Pre-Owned Superstore efficiency of automotive dealers by focusing on customer
relationship management; dealer desking; finance and
insurance menus; new and used vehicle inventory
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be management; and reporting solutions. JMsolutions also
intentionally listed here more than once. provides dealers with training and consulting services. JM
Colin Brown, CEO Service Center (JMSC) is JM’s internal shared services
Colin Brown, Pres. center. Its Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC subsidiary is
Mark Walter, CFO/Exec. VP a leading independent global distributor of Toyotas and
Ken Yerves, CIO/Exec. VP/Pres., JM Service Ctr. Scions, distributing cars, trucks, vans, parts and accessories
Ken Yerves, Chief Admin. Officer to over 172 independent Toyota dealers. Subsidiary World
Scott Barrett, Exec. VP/Pres., Jmsolutions Omni Financial Corp. (WOFC) is a diversified financial
Brent Burns, Exec. VP/Pres., World Omni Financial Corp. services company and a leading provider in the areas of
Forrest Heathcott, Exec. VP/Pres., JM&A Group
Ed Sheehy, Exec. VP/Pres., Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC
indirect consumer retail and lease financing; commercial
dealership financing; third-party portfolio management and
Phone: 954-429-2000 Fax: 954-363-6810 servicing; remarketing services; wholesale floorplan
Toll-Free: accounting and risk management systems; and field services
Address: 100 Jim Moran Blvd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33442 US such as floorplan audit services and vehicle inspection
services. In June 2007, JM opened the JM Lexus Certified
Pre-Owned Superstore in Coconut Creek, Florida.
JM offers its employees educational assistance and
development programs; an associate assistance program;
flextime; adoption assistance; an on-site medical center,
fitness center, cafeteria and credit union; massage therapy;
health and dependent care spending accounts; and medical,
dental, vision, prescription, life and disability insurance.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $12,200,000 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $10,500,000 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 4,700
2005 Sales: $9,400,000 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Y Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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JOHNSON CONTROLS INC www.johnsoncontrols.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 2 Profits: 4
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts & Controls
Automotive Batteries Johnson Controls, Inc. is a leader in automotive
Facilities Management interiors/batteries, building efficiency and facility
Automotive Interior Components management. The firm's Automotive Experience segment
Energy Management Services designs and manufactures concept cars; complete seat
Building Security, Lighting & HVAC Systems systems; seating components; electronics; instrument
panels; overhead, door and cargo management systems;
cockpits; and interior trim for manufacturers of cars and light
trucks. The firm’s Power Solutions division manufactures
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: and replaces automotive batteries, focusing on innovations
Matasys Building Management System for hybrid electric vehicles. Its battery brands include
Johnson Controls-Saft Advanced Power Solutions
Optima, Varta, Heliar (in South America), and LTH (in
Automotive Experience
Optima
Mexico). Prominent clients include BMW; DaimlerChrysler;
Varta Ford; Toyota; Volkswagen; AutoZone; Interstate Battery
Johnson Controls (Wuhu) Automotive Interiors System of America; and Wal-Mart. Johnson’s Building
Metasys Sustainability Manager Efficiency segment operates in 125 countries, supplying
Plastech Engineered Products systems designed for heating; ventilation; air conditioning;
lighting; security; and fire management. The U.S.
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Department of Defense utilizes Johnson Controls for the
intentionally listed here more than once. Pentagon’s energy management and environmental control
Stephen A. Roell, CEO systems. Global WorkPlace Solutions, part of Building
Keith Wandell, COO Efficiency, provides companies with a real-estate based
Keith Wandell, Pres. approach to shareholder value. The Building Efficiency
R. Bruce McDonald, CFO/Exec. VP division also does facility management, using its patented
Susan F. Davis, Exec. VP-Human Resources Metasys Building Management System. It handles school
Colin Boyd, CIO/VP-IT districts, hospitals, factories, airports and government
Jerome D. Okarma, General Counsel/Sec./VP facilities. The company has a joint venture with Saft SA, a
Denise Zutz, VP-Strategy
Jacqueline F. Strayer, VP-Corp. Comm.
battery company, called Johnson Controls-Saft Advanced
Jeffrey G. Augustin, VP-Finance Power Solutions. In January 2008, the company acquired
C. David Meyers, VP/Pres., Building Efficiency Metro Mechanical, Inc., a mechanical services company. In
Beda Bolzenius, VP/Pres., Automotive Experience April 2008, Johnson and Chery Technology Co., Ltd., of
Alex A. Molinaroli, VP/Pres., Power Solutions Chery Automobile Co., Ltd., formed Johnson Controls
Charles A. Harvey, VP-Public Affairs & Diversity (Wuhu) Automotive Interiors Co., Ltd. In July 2008, the firm
Stephen A. Roell, Chmn. agreed to acquire 70% interest in formerly bankrupt Plastech
Jeffrey S. Edwards, VP-Automotive Experience, Japan & Asia Pacific Engineered Products. Between July and October 2008 the
Phone: 414-524-2363 Fax: 414-524-2070 firm acquired the following companies: PWI Energy, provider
Toll-Free: 800-524-6220 of greenhouse gas and energy management; Engineered
Address: 5757 N. Green Bay Ave. P.O. Box 591, Milwaukee, WI Equipment and Systems Company, a representative of
53201 US equipment manufacturers; and software company Gridlogix.
In January 2009, Johnson Controls incorporated Gridlogix’s
technology into its Metasys building management system,
launching the new Metasys Sustainability Manager.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $38,062,000 2008 Profits: $979,000 U.S. Stock Ticker: JCI
2007 Sales: $34,624,000 2007 Profits: $1,252,000 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $32,235,000 2006 Profits: $1,028,000 Employees: 140,000
2005 Sales: $27,479,400 2005 Profits: $909,400 Fiscal Year Ends: 9/30
2004 Sales: $26,553,400 2004 Profits: $817,500 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $1,325,000 Bonus: $5,408,000
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $919,000 Bonus: $3,072,000
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 4 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

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JORDAN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP www.jordanauto.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Y Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Y Commercial Vehicles: Y Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty: Y
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Fleet Sales Jordan Automotive Group sells new and used vehicles
Repair Services through its five Indiana franchises. The group sells Ford,
Agricultural & Industrial Vehicles Toyota, Volvo, and Scion vehicles. The company also
provides repair services for these brands and operates a
body shop. Jordan has a national and commercial fleet
sales division, Jordan Fleet Sales, and offers commercial
and fleet services. This division sells heavy-duty trucks used
for agricultural, construction, ambulance and rental needs.
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Potential customers and pre-existing owners can obtain a
Jordan Fleet Sales quick quote, schedule a maintenance appointment and view
WayCool Rewards Club
images and information on new and used vehicles through
the company’s web site. Also online, customers can apply
for financing through the firm’s finance department. It also
has a pre-owned superstore that comes equipped with a
search feature for customers to browse cars, trucks and vans
of differing makes and models. Jordan offers a WayCool
rewards club for customers, who get their vehicles serviced
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be at Jordan dealerships, or at their collision centers. The
intentionally listed here more than once. rewards club can be used for discounts and to earn points at
Craig Kapson, Pres. select other merchants. Customers who buy from the group
Melissa Stone, Dir-Corp. Comm. also receive benefits such as free car washes for life and
Phone: 574-259-1981 Fax: 574-254-7552 free first year of scheduled maintenance on certified pre-
owned vehicles.
Toll-Free: 800-837-1981
Address: 609 E. Jefferson Blvd., Mishawaka, IN 46545 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 175
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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KANTO AUTO WORKS LTD www.kanto-aw.co.jp/en/


Industry Group Code: 336211 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 2 Profits: 3
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Motor Vehicle Body Manufacturing
Automobile Assembly Kanto Auto Works, Ltd. is a consolidated subsidiary of
Housing Manufacturing Toyota Motor Corporation that manufactures some of the
Engineering Services parent company’s automotive car bodies. Kanto’s
Food Services automobile plants manufacture auto bodies and related parts
for Toyota models. The corporate partnership began in
1948, when Kanto Auto Works signed a contract to assemble
bodies for the chassis of Toyota’s Toyopet passenger car.
The company also offers the Patrafour automatic wheel-chair
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: product, which features an all-wheel drive system, to
Kanto Automobile Corporation complement its line of automotive bodies. Kanto also
Toyota Motor Corporation
manufactures the TETRAS automatic vehicle maintenance
Kanto Shoji Co.
Kanto Kosan Co.
lift, which is sold at Anzen Motor Car outlets in Japan. The
K.E. Protec Co. company’s subsidiaries include Kanto Shoji Co., for business
K.F. Service Co. commerce; Kanto Kosan Co., for facilities construction; K.E.
Patrafour Protec Co., for automotive plant engineering; and K.F.
TETRAS Service Co., for food services. Kanto produces models
marketed globally under Toyota and Lexus name plates at
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be two plants: the Higashi Fuji plant and the Iwate plant.
intentionally listed here more than once. Models made at the Higashi plant include the Toyota
Tetsuo Hattori, Pres. Century, Crown Sedan, Comfort, Isis, Corolla Fielder and the
Toshio Kawamura, VP Lexus SC430, among others. The Iwate plant produces the
Yoshiaki Ishii, Mgr.-Iwate Plant Toyota Belta, Auris, Blade, Corolla Rumion and the Scion
Zenji Yasuda, Chmn. xB. In 2007, the company produced more than 577,000
Michitoshi Yamashita, Dir.-Procurement passenger cars. Kanto has two overseas plants: Kanjiko Do
Phone: 81-46-861-5111 Fax: 81-46-861-2329 Brasil Industria Automotiva Ltda., in Sau Paulo, Brazil, which
Toll-Free: manufactures press components for cars; and Auto CS
Address: Taura-minato-cho, Yokosuka-city, Kanagawa, 237- Engineering Co., Ltd., in Thailand, which makes press and
8585 Japan resin molds primarily for cars. In February 2008, the
company completed construction of the Kanjiko plant in Sau
Paulo, Brazil.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $6,886,800 2007 Profits: $75,400 Int’l Ticker: 7223 Int’l Exchange: Tokyo-TSE
2006 Sales: $6,786,800 2006 Profits: $73,600 Employees: 6,436
2005 Sales: $5,679,460 2005 Profits: $64,260 Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $5,562,700 2004 Profits: $64,270 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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KAR HOLDINGS INC www.karholdings.com


Industry Group Code: 453998 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty: Y
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Vehicle Auctions
Financial Services KAR Holdings, Inc. provides auction services for both whole
car and salvage auctions through its subsidiaries: ADESA
Auctions; Insurance Auto Auctions, Inc. (IAAI); Automotive
Finance Corporation (AFC); AutoVIN the Automated Vehicle
Information Network; PAR North America (PAR); and
Automotive Finance Consumer Division (AFCD). ADESA
has 62 used vehicle sites providing wholesale used vehicle
auctions. This division also provides inbound and outbound
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: logistics; reconditioning; vehicle inspection and certification;
ADESA titling; and administrative services. ADESA also owns
Insurance Auto Auctions, Inc.
DentDemon, a paintless dent removal company. IAAI offers
Automotive Finance Corporation
AutoVIN
salvage vehicle auctions and services, with 149 sites. The
DentDemon auctions sell damaged vehicles designated as total losses by
PAR North America insurance companies; recovered stolen vehicles for which an
Automotive Finance Consumer Division insurance settlement has been made; and older model
vehicles donated to charity or sold by dealers. Services
provided by this segment also include inbound and outbound
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be logistics; inspections; evaluations; titling; and settlement
intentionally listed here more than once. administrative services. AFC provides short-term, inventory-
Brian T. Clingen, CEO secured financing, or floorplan financing, to independent
Eric M. Loughmiller, CFO/Exec. VP used vehicle dealers from 97 loan production offices in the
James P. Hallett, CEO/Pres., ADESA U.S. and Canada. AutoVIN provides field information
Dennis Jones, Pres., AutoVIN services including vehicle condition reporting, inventory
Thomas C. O'Brien, CEO/Pres., Insurance Auto Auctions, Inc. verification, program compliance auditing and facility
Brian T. Clingen, Chmn. inspections. PAR works with over 100 auctions nationwide
Phone: Fax: to provide centralized repossessions, vehicle titling,
Toll-Free: 800-923-3725 remarketing services, lease end-of-term, online tools, and
Address: 13085 Hamilton Crossing Blvd, Carmel, IN 46032 US vehicle transition services. AFCD provides financial products
and services to automotive dealerships, including AFDC
Dealer Desktop, powered by Nowcom; virtual financial and
insurance services, vehicle service contracts, GAP insurance
coverage, and works with AFC to provide floorplan financing.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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KAWASAKI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD www.khi.co.jp


Industry Group Code: 333000 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 3 Profits: 3
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Y Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Recreational Vehicle & Machinery Manufacturing
Motorcycles, ATVs & Personal Watercraft Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. (KHI), founded in 1878,
Helicopter & Aerospace Manufacturing manufactures a wide range of transportation equipment and
Industrial Machinery industrial goods. KHI operates through seven business
Gas Turbines, Engines & Generators segments: shipbuilding; rolling stock and construction
Locomotives, Ships & Submarines machinery; aerospace; gas turbines and machinery; plant
Plant & Infrastructure Manufacturing and infrastructure engineering; consumer products and
Medical Equipment machinery; and other. The shipbuilding segment
manufactures liquefied natural gas (LNG) and liquefied
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: petroleum gas (LPG) carriers; container ships; VLCCs (Very
MULE Large Crude Carriers); bulk carriers; high-speed vessels;
Jet Ski
submarines; and maritime application equipment. The rolling
HRP-3 Promet Mk-II
KHI Middle East FZE
stock business segment manufactures Shinkansen bullet
electric train cars, electric and diesel locomotives, integrated
transit systems, monorail cars, platform screen doors and
wheel loaders. The aerospace business segment
manufactures CH-47, CH-1 and BK117 helicopters;
component parts for the Boeing 777 and 767 passenger
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be airplanes; component parts for the Embraer 170 and 190 jet
intentionally listed here more than once. aircrafts; missiles; electronic equipment; and space
Tadaharu Ohashi, Pres. equipment. The gas turbines and machinery business
Yoshio Kawamura, Gen. Mgr.-Mktg. & Sales Div. segment manufactures jet engines; small- and medium-size
Sumihiro Ueda, Deputy Gen. Mgr.-Corp. Tech. Div. gas turbine generators; gas turbine cogeneration systems;
Shuji Mihara, Sr. Mgr.-Corp. Planning gas turbines for naval vessels; steam turbines for marine and
Mitsutoshi Takao, Sr. Mgr.-Finance & Acct. industrial applications; diesel engines; and aerodynamic
Masatoshi Terasaki, Sr. Exec. VP machinery. The plant and infrastructure engineering
Akira Matsuzaki, Sr. Exec. VP segment manufactures cement, chemical and other industrial
Chikashi Motoyama, Pres., Aerospace Company
Masashi Segawa, Pres., Rolling Stock Company
plants; power plants; municipal refuse incineration plants;
Masamoto Tazaki, Chmn. LNG and LPG tanks; shield machines and tunnel boring
Takeshi Sugawara, Deputy Gen. Mgr.-Supply Chain Div. machines; and wind power generation systems. The
consumer products and machinery segment manufactures
Phone: 81-78-371-9530 Fax: 81-78-371-9568
motorcycles, ATVs, MULE utility vehicles, Jet Ski personal
Toll-Free: watercraft and industrial robots. In addition, the company
Address: Kobe Crystal Tower,1-3 Higashikawasaki-cho 1-chome, manufactures industrial hydraulic equipment. In July 2008,
Chuo-ku, Kobe, 650-8680 Japan the company announced the creation of a new subsidiary,
KHI Middle East FZE, located in Dubai, United Arab
Emirates. The subsidiary will focus on KHI’s expanding
marketing and sales opportunities in the Middle East and
North African regions. In August 2008, KHI launched its new
bulk carrier Eria Colossus from its Tokyo shipyard, the 21st
of its kind developed by KHI.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $14,981,008 2008 Profits: $350,709 U.S. Stock Ticker: KWHIY
2007 Sales: $12,182,395 2007 Profits: $252,113 Int’l Ticker: 7012 Int’l Exchange: Tokyo-TSE
2006 Sales: $11,258,083 2006 Profits: $140,180 Employees: 30,563
2005 Sales: $11,149,457 2005 Profits: $103,080 Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $10,982,900 2004 Profits: $59,900 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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KELLEY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP www.kelleyautodirect.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing: Y
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Y Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
New & Used Cars Kelley Automotive Group is a family owned group of new and
Automotive Parts & Service pre-owned vehicle dealers. In addition to vehicle sales, the
company also handles parts, services and body work. The
group has 12 dealership locations that span from Fort
Wayne, Indiana to Atlanta, Georgia, including Courtesy Ford,
Courtesy Motors, Kelley Chevrolet, Saturn of Fort Wayne,
Tom Kelley Buik Pontiac GMC, Tom Kelley Cadillac, Tom
Kelley Hummer, Tom Kelley Saab and Tom Kelley Volvo.
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Brands handled by the dealerships include Volvo, Hummer,
Courtesy Motors Ford, Chevrolet, Buick, Cadillac, Saab, GMC, Pontiac and
Kelley Chevrolet
Saturn. Kelley’s inventory can be viewed online, where
Saturn of Fort Wayne
Tom Kelley Buik Pontiac GMC
customers can search new or used inventory, or by year,
Tom Kelley Cadillac make, model, vehicle type, MSRP or location. In addition,
Tom Kelley Hummer customers can compare up to five vehicles at once. The
Tom Kelley Saab company’s website also allows customers to apply for
Kelley’s Kids’ Club financing, schedule service appointments, view print ads
online, request a part online and locate affiliated body shops.
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Kelley also runs the Kelley’s Kids’ Club, which allows
intentionally listed here more than once. children, aged 3-12, who are members, to receive free prizes
Thomas W. Kelley, CEO for stopping by Kelley Automotive Group locations.
Thomas W. Kelley, Pres.
Gary Thelen, CFO
Thomas W. Kelley, Chmn.
Phone: 260-434-4750 Fax: 260-434-4707
Toll-Free: 877-853-5539
Address: 633 Ave. of Autos, Fort Wayne, IN 46804 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 136
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $383,500 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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KEY PLASTICS LLC www.keyplastics.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 58 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Part Manufacturing
Injection Molding Key Plastics LLC offers a full range of engineering, program
management and production services to the automotive
industry. The company operates through 23 facilities, nine of
which are located in North America, 12 in Europe and two in
Asia. Key Plastics provides exterior, interior, trim and
underhood products. Exterior products include wheel
covers, molding and license plate buckets. The company’s
interior products include air vents and ducts; bezels and
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: fascias for radios, climate, navigation and steering wheel
Ewing Management Group controls; cup holders; ashtrays; glove boxes; control panel
Carlyle Management Group
covers; instrument clusters; speaker grilles; decorative trims;
Key Automotive Group
assist handles; floor console assemblies; seat belt adjusters;
and head rest assemblies. Trim products include radio bezel
assemblies; HVAC bezel assemblies; ignition bobbins and
spools; ignition case assemblies; seat trim products; air
louvers; air bag covers; and speaker grilles. Key Plastics’
underhood products include battery trays; electric and
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be electronic component supports; cable channels; and fan and
intentionally listed here more than once. shrouds. Customers include most domestic and transplant
Douglas G. Nyhoff, CEO original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and Tier One
David Roys, Pres. suppliers in the industry. Key Plastics is a unit of Ewing
Thomas (Tom) Gougherty, VP/CFO-North America Div. Management’s Key Automotive Group. The Ewing
Michael G. (Mike) Torakis, COO/Pres., North America Div. Management Group, formerly Carlyle Management Group, is
Tom Keene, Exec. VP-Ewing Management Group a turnaround and specialty investment firm.
B. Edward Ewing, Chmn.
Phone: 248-449-6100 Fax: 248-449-4105
Toll-Free:
Address: 21700 Haggerty Rd., Ste. 100, Northville, MI 48167 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $673,000 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 6,000
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: EWING MANAGEMENT GROUP
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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KEY SAFETY SYSTEMS INC www.keysafetyinc.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Safety Components Manufacturing
Seat Belts Key Safety Systems, Inc. (KSS) is a leading designer and
Steering Wheels manufacturer of safety components and systems including
Shift Knobs airbags, seat belts and airbag-equipped steering wheels.
Interior Accessories Company founder, Allen Breed, is credited with inventing the
Electronic Sensors automotive airbag. KSS also makes aftermarket and
Airbags upscale OEM (original equipment manufacturer) interior trim
products including shift knobs, parking brake handles,
armrest covers and steering wheels in a range of wood,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: veneer and leather-wrapped finishes, with various products
KSS-ABHISHEK Safety Systems Pvt., Ltd. marketed through the MOMO brand. KSS’s airbag
MOMO
components and assemblies include sensors, inflators,
Hamlin Electronics
Crestview Partners, L.P.
steering-wheel airbag combinations and driver-side and side-
impact supplemental restraint systems. The firm’s products
are used by carmakers around the world in more than 300
models produced by some 60 manufacturers globally. The
company supports this client base from 36 manufacturing,
technical and sales facilities in a dozen countries. Major
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be customers of the firm include DaimlerChrysler, Fiat, Ford,
intentionally listed here more than once. General Motors, Hyundai, PSA and Volkswagen. The firm
Jason Luo, CEO also operates a subsidiary called Hamlin Electronics, which
Jason Luo, Pres. supplies product based on sensor technology to the
Dave Smith, CFO/Sr. VP automotive industry. In October 2007, KSS formed a joint
Ronald Feldeisen Jr., Sr. VP-Global Sales & Mktg. venture called KSS-ABHISHEK Safety Systems Pvt., Ltd.
Mark Wehner, CTO with the firm Abhishek Auto Industries Ltd. located in India.
Stuart D. Boyd, Sr. VP-Legal The joint venture will provide airbags, seatbelts and steering
Phone: 586-726-3800 Fax: wheels to the Indian market.
Toll-Free:
Address: 7000 Nineteen Mile Rd., Sterling Heights, MI 48314 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 8,000
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $1,100,000 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: CRESTVIEW PARTNERS LP
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y

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KEYSTONE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRIES INC www.keystone-auto.com


Industry Group Code: 423120 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 2 Profits: 2
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Parts-Distribution
Collision Replacement Parts Keystone Automotive Industries, Inc., founded in 1947, is
Wheels & Rims one of the nation’s leading distributors of aftermarket
collision replacement parts produced by independent
manufacturers for automobiles and light trucks. Through its
137 distribution centers and 13 depots located in 39 states
throughout the U.S., the company distributes more than
22,000 products to over 25,000 collision repair shops. In
addition, the company recycles and produces chrome-plated
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: and plastic bumpers and remanufactures alloy and steel
KLQ Corporation wheels. Keystone operates 56 plastic and steel bumper
Auto Panels Plus
recycling facilities and 13 wheel remanufacturing facilities.
The firm’s principal product lines consist of automotive body
parts, bumpers, lights, cooling products, paint,
remanufactured alloy wheels and light truck accessories.
Automotive body parts include fenders, hoods, radiators,
condensers and head and tail light assemblies, and were
responsible for approximately 53% of the company’s net
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be sales in 2007. Electroplating approximately 250,000 steel
intentionally listed here more than once. plated bumpers for automobiles and light trucks every year,
Richard L. Keister, CEO Keystone’s bumper sales accounted for 30% of its net sales,
Richard L. Keister, Pres. while sales of paint and related materials accounted for
Jeffrey T. Gray, CFO/VP 8.7%, consisting of such products as sandpaper, abrasives,
Christopher Northup, VP-Mktg. & Oper. masking products and plastic filler. In addition to selling steel
Robert E. Hedrick, Chief People Officer/VP wheels, caps and covers, the company operates 13 facilities
Jesus Arriaga, CIO/VP that remanufacture collision-damaged alloy wheels and one
John G. Arena, General Counsel/VP/Corp. Sec. plant that remanufactures steel wheels. Wheels and related
D. Currey Hall, VP-Oper.
James T. Tuttle, VP-Finance
products were responsible for 7.9% of Keystone’s sales. In
Carl F. Hartman, VP-Oper. October 2007, Keystone was acquired by LKQ Corp., a
Arnold B. Kohorst, VP-Oper. leading national provider of recycled light vehicle original
Daniel G. Morrissey, VP-Oper. equipment manufacturer products, for approximately $811
James M. Pundt, VP-Oper. million.
Ronald G. Foster, Chmn.
Charles Fischer, VP-Supply Chain Mgmt.
Phone: 909-624-8041 Fax: 909-624-9136
Toll-Free:
Address: 700 E. Bonita Ave., Pomona, CA 91767 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $713,955 2007 Profits: $30,324 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $628,328 2006 Profits: $22,258 Employees: 3,778
2005 Sales: $557,705 2005 Profits: $14,260 Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $501,108 2004 Profits: $17,722 Parent Company: LKQ CORP
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $524,140 Bonus: $332,962
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $313,846 Bonus: $148,637
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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KIA MOTORS CORPORATION www.kiamotors.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 18 Profits: 25
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Y Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobiles, Manufacturing
Buses Kia Motors Corporation, one of the largest automobile
Military Vehicles manufacturers in Korea, is an affiliate of Hyundai Motor
Company. Hyundai won approval to increase its ownership
to a 51% controlling interest after Kia went bankrupt in 1997,
though Hyundai now controls about 36%. Kia produces over
1.4 million vehicles a year in 14 manufacturing facilities in
eight countries. Kia offers different models of cars which
include: passenger cars including the Picanto, the Rio, the
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: cee’d, the Cerato, the Magentis and the Opirus; SUV and
Hyundai Motor Company MPV’s, including the Carens, Carnival, Sportage, Sorento
Optima
and Mohave; commercial vehicles, including trucks and
Spectra
Sedona
passenger buses; and concept cars, which include the Koup,
Rio KED-5, Kee, ex_cee’d, Soul, Multi-S, Kia Sport, and KCD
Sorento and KCV series. The company also produces buses and
TianLiMa military vehicles. Kia has additional facilities located around
Picanto the world, with its high-capacity plants in China, Iran,
Indonesia, Egypt and Taiwan. Additionally, Kia is actively
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be involved in sports marketing, acting as a major sponsor of
intentionally listed here more than once. the Australian Open, the Davis Cup and the FIFA World Cup.
Mong-Koo Chung, CEO In May 2008, Kia signed an agreement with Microsoft Corp.
Ik Hwan Kim, Pres. to develop in-car infotainment systems. The systems will be
Chung Eui-sun, CEO/Pres. based on Microsoft Auto software and applied to Hyundai-
Nam-Hong Cho, CEO/Pres. Kia automobiles. In June 2008, Kia celebrated the grand
Mong-Koo Chung, Chmn. opening of its corporate center in Irvine, California, which will
Phone: 82-2-3464-1114 Fax: 82-2-3464-6820 serve as the control center for U.S. operations.
Toll-Free:
Address: 231 Yangjae-dong, Seocho-gu, Seoul, 137-938 Korea
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $12,501,100 2008 Profits: $86,990 U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $12,170,680 2007 Profits: $10,680 Int’l Ticker: 000270 Int’l Exchange: Seoul-KRX
2006 Sales: $17,134,700 2006 Profits: $38,650 Employees: 32,745
2005 Sales: $16,351,300 2005 Profits: $695,880 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $14,566,600 2004 Profits: $659,300 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y

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KOITO MANUFACTURING CO LTD www.koito.co.jp/english


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 26 Profits: 20
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Lighting Systems
LED Products Koito Manufacturing Co., Ltd., established in 1915, is a
Aircraft Lighting & Hydraulics global manufacturer of automotive lighting equipment, with
Marine Lighting additional operations producing aircraft lighting and hydraulic
Card Reader Systems equipment; marine lamps; LED products; and magnetic and
smart card reader systems. Koito’s research and
development activities include developing adaptive front
lighting systems (AFS), which are capable of automatically
controlling headlights to respond to changing road conditions
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: such as turns, weather conditions and other driving factors.
North American Lighting, Inc. Koito was the first company to receive approval from the
Koito Europe NV
Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport
Koito Czech S.R.O.
Thai Koito Company Ltd.
(MLIT) for testing its Intelligent AFS prototype on public
Guangzhou Koito Automotive Lamp Co., Ltd. roads. The company is also researching a near infrared
Koito Kyushu Ltd. lamp to help drivers detect pedestrians, and other obstacles,
India Japan Lighting Private Ltd. while driving at night. The company operates an overseas
Fuzhou Koito tayih Automotive Lamp Co., Ltd. network of 10 subsidiaries located in the U.S., Belgium, U.K.,
Czech Republic, China, Thailand, Taiwan and India; it also
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be operates 15 domestic subsidiaries, and operates five plants
intentionally listed here more than once. in the Shizuoka prefecture in Japan. Koito’s primary U.S.
Takashi Ohtake, CEO subsidiary, North American Lighting, Inc., is a leading
Masahiro Ohtake, COO independent auto lamp manufacturer in North America,
Masahiro Ohtake, Pres. serving both U.S. and Japanese transplant automakers,
Shuichi Goto, Exec. VP including General Motors, Ford Motor Company, Daimler,
Hiroshi Koishihara, Exec. Sr. Managing Dir. Chrysler, Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky, Nissan
Mizuo Yamamuro, Exec. Sr. Managing Dir. Motor Manufacturing Corp. U.S.A. and Honda of America
Mitsuo Kikuchi, Exec. Sr. Managing Dir. Manufacturing, Inc. Some of its other subsidiaries include
Takashi Ohtake, Chmn.
Koito Europe N.V., Koito Czech S.R.O. and Thai Koito
Phone: 81-3-3443-7111 Fax: 81-3-3447-1520 Company Limited. In March 2007, subsidiary Guangzhou
Toll-Free: Koito Automotive Lamp Co., Ltd. started production at a new
Address: 4-8-3, Takanawa, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 108-8711 Japan plant in Guangzhou, China, marking it the third base for the
company in China. In September 2007, the company’s India
Japan Lighting Private Limited subsidiary began full-scale
production in its second North India plant. The new plant
was built to meet increased demand for automotive lighting
in the Indian market.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: KOTMF
2007 Sales: $4,282,900 2007 Profits: $141,800 Int’l Ticker: 7276 Int’l Exchange: Tokyo-TSE
2006 Sales: $4,117,900 2006 Profits: $121,700 Employees: 4,407
2005 Sales: $3,366,021 2005 Profits: $84,673 Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $3,164,000 2004 Profits: $61,000 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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KOLBENSCHMIDT PIERBURG AG www.kspg-ag.de


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 23 Profits: 12
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturing
Pistons & Piston Compressors Kolbenschmidt Pierburg AG (KP AG) is a Germany-based
Air Supply Products & Pumps holding company that, through its subsidiaries, provides
Emission Control Products products for the automotive industry. Specifically, the
Bearings company specializes in products for air supply, emission
Aluminum Engine Blocks control and pumps, as well as in the development,
Hybrid & Fuel Cell Technologies manufacture and aftermarket supply of pistons, engine
blocks and plain bearings. The company has five
autonomous divisions: Pierburg GmbH; KS Kolbenschmidt
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: GmbH; KS Gleitlager GmbH; KS Aluminium-Technologie
Rheinmetall AG AG; and MSI Motor Service International GmbH. Pierburg,
Pierburg GmbH
the air supply and pumps division, manufactures individual
KS Kolbenschmidt GmbH
KS Gleitlager GmbH
systems and components for air supply, emission control,
KS Aluminium-Technologie AG cooling and lubrication through 11 locations worldwide. This
MSI Motor Service International GmbH division is also working on hybrid and fuel-cell drives. KS
ALUSIL Kolben develops, produces and sells, through nine locations
Permaglide worldwide, pistons for gasoline and diesel engines; pistons
for two-cycle and compressor engines; and large pistons for
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be stationary, marine and locomotive engines. KS Gleitlager,
intentionally listed here more than once. the group’s plain bearings division, manufactures engine
Peter P. Merten, Dir.-Finance bearings and dry bearings, the latter under the brand name
Gerd Kleinert Vorsitzender, Dir.-Mktg. of Permaglide. The division has four locations worldwide
Peter-Sebastian Krause, Dir.-Human Resources and its product line include more than 3,000 items. KS
Peter P. Merten, Dir.-IT Aluminium-Technologie produces hypereutectic aluminum-
Peter-Sebastian Krause, Dir.-Legal Affairs silicon alloy engine blocks by the name of ALUSIL and
Gerd Kleinert Vorsitzender, Dir.-Oper. develops casting techniques for ALUSIL engine blocks. MSI
Gerd Kleinert Vorsitzender, Dir.-Strategy Motor Service is the sales organization for KP AG’s
Peter P. Merten, Controlling
worldwide aftermarket activities. Through its network, the
Phone: 49-7132-33-0 Fax: 49-7132-33-27-96 division sells company products to wholesalers, engine
Toll-Free: repairers and independent workshops in 130 countries
Address: Karl-Schmidt-Strasse, Neckarsulm, 74172 Germany worldwide. In June 2008, KS Aluminum-Technologie AG
singed a license agreement with Jaya Hind Industries, thus
expanding the firm’s market presence throughout India.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $5,876,380 2007 Profits: $220,090 Int’l Ticker: KPG Int’l Exchange: Frankfurt-Euronext
2006 Sales: $5,320,280 2006 Profits: $180,470 Employees: 19,185
2005 Sales: $2,626,190 2005 Profits: $110,170 Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $2,647,300 2004 Profits: $106,500 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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KUMHO TIRE CO LTD www.kumhotire.com


Industry Group Code: 326200 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 8 Profits: 7
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Y Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Tire Manufacturing
Ultra-High-Performance Tires Kumho Tire Co., Ltd., headquartered in Seoul, South Korea,
is a leading global manufacturer of tires and part of the
Kumho Asiana Group. With eight plants, four research and
development centers, eight sales corporations and 15 sales
branches globally, the company has an annual tire
manufacturing capacity of 55 million, 40% of which is from
overseas plants. The company expects its annual
production capacity to increase to 77 million with the planned
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: opening of a new U.S. plant in Georgia in 2009. Kumho sells
ECSTA DX Aroma its tires, which include passenger car, SUV, light truck,
Kumho Asiana Group
commercial truck, competition and specialty tires, in 180
countries. Some of the company’s specialty tires include
aviation tires, racing tires, ultra-high-performance (UHP)
tires, run-flat tires, aroma tires and colored-smoke tires.
Kumho is first Korean company to develop military aviation
tires and is the only Korean company to produce aviation
tires. One of five brands available globally, Kumho’s Run-
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Flat tires can be safely driven at speeds of up to 50 miles an
intentionally listed here more than once. hour, even while flat. Launched in the U.S. in September
Sae-Chul Oh, CEO 2007, the ECSTA DX Aroma tire contains heat-resistant
Sae-Chul Oh, Pres. lavender-scented oil, among other features, with additional
Tai-Soo Kim, CFO/VP scents of orange, jasmine and rosemary planned for launch.
Sung-Min Jung, Sr. Mgr.-Investor Rel. Team Colored-smoke tires use a dye mixture built into the tread of
Chan-Koo Park, Chmn./CEO-Chemical Oper. the tire to produce a colored smoke effect for racing
Byung-Sub Kim, Sr. Exec. VP applications. In February 2007, Kumho became the first
Sam-Koo Park, Chmn./CEO-Kumho Asiana Group Korean company to supply original equipment (OE) tires to
Nan-Soo Oh, Pres., Kumho Asiana Group
Daimler-Benz. In June 2007, the company completed the
Phone: 82-2-6303-8114 Fax: 82-2-6303-8297 construction of its new natural rubber processing plant in
Toll-Free: 800-445-8646 Vietnam. In July 2007, Kumho completed the construction of
Address: 57, 1-ga, Shinmun-ro, Jongro-gu, Seoul, 110-713 its new tire plant in Changchun, China.
Korea Kumho Tire offers its employees transportation support, a
housing support program, child tuition support and discounts
on all Kumho Asiana Group products.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $1,861,890 2007 Profits: $-22,230 Int’l Ticker: 073240 Int’l Exchange: Seoul-KRX
2006 Sales: $1,929,900 2006 Profits: $1,000 Employees: 5,509
2005 Sales: $1,736,500 2005 Profits: $96,200 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $1,560,500 2004 Profits: $95,800 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y

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LACKS ENTERPRISES INC www.lacksenterprises.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 74 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Plastic Parts & Accessories
Injection Molding Lacks Enterprises, Inc. is a supplier of plastic parts and
Wheel Components & Systems accessories for the automotive and consumer electronics
Automotive Trim industries. The company is comprised of three business
Turn-Key Solutions operations: Lacks Wheel Trim Systems, Inc., a supplier of
Logistics & Supply Chain Management automotive wheel components and systems; Lacks Trim
Systems, a global provider of complex components and
systems for the exterior and interior automotive trim market;
and Plastic-Plate, Inc., a provider of plastic molding and
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: plating services. The company introduced High Impact
Lacks Wheel Trim Systems, Inc. Plated Plastic (HIPP-140), a chrome-plated plastic
Lacks Trim Systems, Inc.
alternative to expensive metal trim for grilles and bumper
Plastic-Plate, Inc.
High Impact Plated Plastic (HIPP-140)
molding, with enhanced impact, fatigue and temperature
Chromtec performance. Lacks’ patented Chromtec technology was
Platinum Chrome developed as an alternative to chrome-plated steel and
Spinelle Metal Finish aluminum wheels, providing resistance to rusting, peeling,
Flexlamp dents and abrasions. Platinum Chrome is the company’s
electroplating process, providing a smooth matte finish.
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Lack’s Spinelle Metal Finish is a multi-coat system providing
intentionally listed here more than once. metal finishes. The company’s patented Flexlamp uses
Richard Lacks, Jr., CEO advanced composite polymers to create external automotive
Richard Lacks, Jr., Pres. lighting that can be located in the vehicle’s impact zone.
Brad Kirk, CFO Plastic-Plate is currently developing conductive painting
Kurt P. Lacks, Chmn./Exec. VP techniques, electroless shielding technologies and selective
Phone: 616-949-6570 Fax: 616-285-2367 double-sided plating processes. In addition to its 17 facilities
Toll-Free: located in Michigan, the company operates facilities in South
Address: 5460 Cascade Rd. S.E., Grand Rapids, MI 49546 US Carolina, Sweden and Germany.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $172,400 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 2,286
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Y Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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LAND ROVER www.landrover.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Manufacturing
Luxury Vehicles Land Rover, acquired in 2008 by Tata Motors Limited from
Off-Road Vehicles its former owner Ford, is a world leader in the design and
production of 4x4 vehicles. New owner Tata Motors is based
in India and is part of the Tata Group conglomerate, which
includes businesses ranging from steel production to retailing
to inexpensive, compact car manufacturing. Land Rover
exports approximately 78% of vehicles to 169 countries. The
U.S. is Land Rover’s largest export market. The firm’s
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: vehicles are manufactured in Solihull, England. Currently,
Tata Motors Limited Land Rover markets four models in the U.S., including
Tata Group
Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, LR3 and LR2. The firm
Range Rover Sport
Freelander
also markets Discovery, Freelander and Defender in other
Discovery areas of the world. The firm’s newest Range Rover starts at
Range Rover about $77,950, and comes with a V8 engine, a six-speed
Defender automatic transmission, GPS navigation technology, a rear
LR3 view camera and a DVD player. If customers choose to
design their own vehicle, they can do so through the
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be company’s web site. Customers begin by choosing the
intentionally listed here more than once. vehicle, then the model, the color and the options. Land
David Smith, CEO-Jaguar & Land Rover Rover models are designed for durability and off-road
Frank Lazzaro, CFO-Jaguar & Land Rover capability, and the company duly hosts a number of
Des Thurlby, Dir.-Human Resources, Jaguar & Land Rover expeditions for adventurers and environmental researchers
Michael Ali, Dir.-IT, Jaguar & Land Rover around the globe. The firm has dealerships available in
Phone: 44-1926-649-413 Fax: nearly every state in the U.S. and most areas of U.K. Land
Toll-Free: Rover includes information on its website offering a range of
Address: B523 Banbury Rd., Gaydon, Warwick, CV35 0RR UK technical information, special tools, diagnostic equipment
and training materials. The biggest news at Land Rover is its
LRX concept car, introduced at major auto shows in 2008.
The LRX is smaller than other Land Rovers, lighter in weight
and relatively low to the ground and will start production in
mid-2009.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 11,295
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: TATA MOTORS LIMITED
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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LARRY H MILLER GROUP www.lhm.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Y Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Auto Financing & Service Larry H. Miller Group (LMG) is a holding company that
Sports Arenas operates a large range of subsidiary companies in several
Movie Theaters business segments: retail stores, sports franchises, financial
Professional Sports Teams services, entertainment venues, movie theaters, media
TV Station outlets and most prominently, car dealerships. LMG owns
Sports Apparel Stores approximately 45 new and used automobile dealerships in
Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, New Mexico, Oregon and Utah.
The firm sells a wide variety of automotive brands including
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Ford, Cadillac, Lexus, Toyota, Honda, Chevrolet and Jeep.
Utah Jazz LMG offers credit through Prestige Financial Services and
Megaplex 12
through Landcar Agency, two subsidiary companies
Delta Center
KJZZ
dedicated to providing financing and bankruptcy loans to
Fanzz customers. The company also owns and manages several
Jordan Commons Megaplex theaters all over Utah, numbering approximately
Prestige Financial Services 64 screens. These standard multi-screen movie theaters are
Miller Motorsports Park located around Salt Lake City, Lehi, South Jordan and
Ogden, Utah. LMG also operates major stadiums and
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be arenas, including the Miller Motorsports Park, which
intentionally listed here more than once. sponsors a range of events and races including the 2006
Greg Miller, CEO Utah Grand Prix; the National Basketball Association (NBA)
Robert Tingey, General Counsel team the Utah Jazz and its home arena, the Delta Center;
Jay Francis, Exec. VP-Oper. the Salt Lake Bees baseball club and its home, the Franklin
Clark Whitworth, CFO-Automotive Covey Field; and the Energy Solutions Arena, which hosts
Robert Hyde, CFO-Sports & Entertainment concerts, ice shows and circuses. Other assets include Salt
Steve Starks, Exec. VP-Oper. Lake-based television station KJZZ; Fanzz, a sports apparel
Jeff Jensen, CPA store with approximately 37 locations in California, Colorado,
Phone: 801-563-4100 Fax: 801-563-4198 Idaho, New Mexico and Utah; and Sandy, Utah-based
Toll-Free: Jordan Commons, an entertainment center with a theater,
Address: 9350 S. 150 E. Rte. 1000, Sandy, UT 84070 US restaurants and a 10-story office tower.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 5,700
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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LDI LTD www.ldiltd.com


Industry Group Code: 336991 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 4 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Parts Distribution
Aftermarket Parts & Accessories-Motorcycles & Specialty LDI, Ltd., formerly known as Lacy Diversified Industries, is
Automotive Paints & Coatings Distribution the holding company for one wholly-owned subsidiary and
Harley-Davidson Accessories one majority-owned company. The company’s two business
Specialty Services units are Tucker Rocky and FinishMaster. Subsidiary Tucker
Rocky is a leading wholesale distributor of aftermarket parts
and accessories for enthusiasts of motorcycles, personal
watercraft, all-terrain vehicles and snowmobiles. Tucker
Rocky also operates Biker's Choice, which serves the
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: product and service needs of Harley-Davidson aftermarket
Tucker Rocky Distributing retailers. While the firm does not sell items directly to the
FinishMaster, Inc.
public, it does offer a sponsored web site which consumers
Lacy Diversified Industries
Biker's Choice
can search products and their suggested retail prices, then
Malcolm Smith Racing print a wish list to take to a dealer where they can actually
Answer Racing purchase the items. Tucker Rocky stocks over 75,000
Firstgear products at distribution centers in Texas, California, Oregon,
QuadBoss Colorado, Illinois, Florida and Pennsylvania, each of which
provides next-day delivery to powersports dealers across the
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be U.S. FinishMaster, Inc., majority-owned by LDI, is a leading
intentionally listed here more than once. distributor of automotive paints, coatings and related
David Shane, CEO products to the collision repair industry. The company has
David Shane, Pres. over 180 sales branches and three distribution centers in 28
Michael P. Hutson, CFO states, with headquarters located in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Paula K. Bachert, VP-Strategic Planning & Dev. FinishMaster provides finishing products in addition to value-
Margot L. Eccles, VP-Community Rel. added services, including computerized color matching and
Margot L. Eccles, VP-Shareholder Rel. profitability consulting. The firm distributes paints from
Michael P. Hutson, Sr. VP-Finance BASF, DuPont, PPG and 3M.
Gary M. Bilsland, Treas.
Marc D. Johnson, VP-Investments & Corp. Dev.
Andre B. Lacy, Chmn.
Phone: 317-237-5400 Fax: 317-237-3444
Toll-Free:
Address: 54 Monument Cir., Ste. 800, Indianapolis, IN 46204 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $427,100 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 2,300
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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LEAR CORP www.lear.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 8 Profits: 10
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Components
Automotive Interiors Lear Corp. is one of the world’s largest automotive interior
Electrical Systems systems suppliers, serving every major automotive
Instrument Panels manufacturer, including General Motors, Ford,
Seat Systems DaimlerChrysler, BMW, Fiat, Volkswagen, Renault-Nissan,
Flooring Systems Toyota and Subaru. The firm currently operates 215 facilities
Entertainment & Wireless Systems in 35 countries. Its business is conducted through two
Keyless Entry Systems segments: seating and electronic and electrical. The seating
segment consists of the manufacture, assembly and supply
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: of vehicle seating requirements. Products include the
ProTec Plus Self-Aligning Head Restraint ProTec Plus Self-Aligning Head Restraint, which provides
OccuSense
longer and earlier support for an occupant’s head in a rear-
Bombardier Recreational Products
Can-Am
impact collision; and OccuSense, a technology that detects
the size and weight of an occupant to control airbag
deployment. The electronic and electrical segment
comprises four categories: electrical distribution systems;
smart junction boxes and body control modules; wireless
systems; and specialty electronics. New electronic
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be technology allows the integration of wiring and electronic
intentionally listed here more than once. products within the overall electrical architecture of the
Robert E. Rossiter, CEO vehicle. Lear has the ability to integrate engineering,
Robert E. Rossiter, Pres. research, design, development and validation testing of all
Matthew J. Simoncini, CFO/Sr. VP automotive interior systems with its research and
Roger A. Jackson, Sr. VP-Human Resources development studio, its six advanced technology centers and
Daniel A. Ninivaggi, Chief Admin. Officer its product engineering centers worldwide. In June 2008, the
Terrence B. Larkin, General Counsel/Corp. Sec./Sr. VP company agreed to acquire a 75% stake in the automotive
Daniel A. Ninivaggi, Exec. VP-Strategic & Corp. Planning fabric business of New Trend Group Co., Ltd.
Wendy L. Foss, Controller/VP/Chief Compliance Officer
Shari Burgess, VP/Treas. Employees are offered medical, dental and vision insurance;
Louis R. Salvatore, Sr. VP/Pres., Global Seating Systems flexible spending accounts; an employee assistance
Raymond E. Scott, Sr. VP/Pres., Global Electrical Systems program; life insurance; disability coverage; a stock purchase
Robert E. Rossiter, Chmn. plan; a 401(k) plan; a pension plan; a financial planning
James M. Brackenbury, Sr. VP/Pres., European Oper. program; and tuition reimbursement.
Phone: 248-447-1500 Fax: 248-447-1722
Toll-Free:
Address: 21557 Telegraph Rd., Southfield, MI 48033 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $13,570,500 2008 Profits: $-689,900 U.S. Stock Ticker: LEA
2007 Sales: $15,995,000 2007 Profits: $241,500 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $17,838,900 2006 Profits: $-707,500 Employees: 80,000
2005 Sales: $17,089,200 2005 Profits: $-1,381,500 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $16,960,000 2004 Profits: $422,200 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $1,119,318 Bonus: $2,310,000
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Y Second Exec. Salary: $925,000 Bonus: $1,295,000
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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LENDINGTREE LLC www.lendingtree.com


Industry Group Code: 522310A Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing: Y
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Consumer Loans & Mortgages Internet Portal
Online Financial Information & Tools LendingTree, Inc., a subsidiary of IAC/InterActiveCorp, is an
Online Realty Services online lending and realty services exchange. The firm
Settlement Services enables customers to choose from up to four competitive
Online Homeowner Resources loan offers from local, regional and national lenders across
the U.S. LendingTree also connects customers with realtors,
who offer services concerning the buying and selling of
homes. Customers begin by completing the firm’s online
loan request, which requires information concerning desired
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: loan(s) and personal financial information. The customer's
IAC/InterActiveCorp data and credit scores are then automatically compared to
LendingTree Loans
the underwriting criteria of participating lenders.
GetSmart.com
ARM Central
LendingTree Loans, the firm’s wholly owned subsidiary,
LendingTree.com allows LendingTree to provide consumers with multiple loan
offers without the consumer having to contact different
lenders directly. The lending exchange encompasses most
consumer credit categories, including mortgages, home
equity loans, automobile loans, student loans and personal
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be loans. LendingTree provides access through its web site to
intentionally listed here more than once. realty services related to owning, maintaining, buying and
Doug Lebda, CEO selling a home, including a network of real estate brokers. It
Bob Harris, Pres. also operates getsmart.com, a web site that offers access to
Matt Packey, CFO/Sr. VP a range of loan services, including loan refinancing,
Darren Beck, Chief Mktg. Officer mortgage loans, home equity loans, debt consolidation and
Claudette Hampton, Sr. VP-Human Resources credit reports; and ARM Central, a resource for homeowners
Dean Conant, VP-IT Oper. facing an adjustable rate mortgage reset. In February 2009,
Eric Sadow, Chief Legal & Compliance Officer the company launched My Account, a personalized
David Norris, Pres., Lending Tree Loans
Keith Moore, Sr. VP/Gen. Mgr.-Emerging Businesses
homepage on LendingTree.com that allows customers to
Doug Lebda, Chmn. compare loan offers.
Phone: 704-541-5351 Fax: 704-541-1824
Toll-Free: 800-555-8733
Address: 11115 Rushmore Dr., Charlotte, NC 28277 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $356,200 2007 Profits: $-42,700 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $485,700 2006 Profits: $42,300 Employees: 2,491
2005 Sales: $425,300 2005 Profits: $6,400 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $189,800 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: IAC/INTERACTIVECORP
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $178,900
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $265,000 Bonus: $265,000
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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LES SCHWAB TIRE CENTERS www.lesschwab.com


Industry Group Code: 441300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Y Specialty Service: Y Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Y Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Tires, Retail
Alignments, Shock & Brake Service Les Schwab Tire Centers independently operates a chain of
Battery & Shock Retail stores that sell tires, wheels and batteries, in addition to
performing alignments, shock and brake services. The
company’s founder Les Schwab started the company in 1952
with the purchase of one tire store, and has expanded the
group since to include over 410 company-owned stores and
member dealer locations in the western U.S. Stores are
located throughout California, Idaho, Montana, Nevada,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Oregon, Utah, Alaska and Washington. The company’s
corporate operations are in central Oregon, where it runs one
of the largest retreading facilities in the country and
maintains a distribution center that is more than 2 million
square feet. The company provides tires for passenger cars,
light trucks, SUVs, farm vehicles as well as specialty tires,
such as ATV, motor home, boat and trailer, golf cart and
lawn and garden tires. Les Schwab Tire Centers also retails
a variety of batteries, including 50- and 60-month batteries
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be for cars, buses, farm equipment, lawn and garden, aircraft
intentionally listed here more than once. and military, light trucks, motor homes, industrial equipment,
Dick Borgman, CEO RVs and boat trailers, golf carts, heavy trucks, motorcycles,
Tom Freedman, CFO heavy equipment, ATV and floor sweepers. In addition, the
Philip Wick, Chmn. firm retails a variety of shocks for light trucks, SUVs, lifted
Phone: 541-447-4136 Fax: 541-416-5488 light trucks and passenger cars. The company’s services
Toll-Free: include complete front-disc brake service, complete rear-
drum brake services, performance suspension lifting and
Address: 646 NW Madras Hwy., Prineville, OR 97754 US
lowering solutions, as well as standard, thrust and four-wheel
alignment services. In 2008, the firm announced plans to
phase out the use of lead based wheel weights for wheel
balancing on passenger cars and light trucks.
Les Schwab Tire Centers offer its employees a benefits
package that includes a retiree health plan, profit sharing, an
employee bonus program, an employee purchase plan, an
employee assistance program and adoption assistance.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $1,480,000 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $1,360,000 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 7,900
2005 Sales: $1,200,000 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $1,150,000 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Y Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Y Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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LINAMAR CORP www.linamar.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 34 Profits: 23
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturing
Machined Components, Assemblies & Castings Linamar Corp. designs, develops and manufactures
Industrial Products precision machined components and other engineered
products, the bulk of which are sold to OEM and Tier 1
customers in the automotive industry. The company also
sells products with industrial and agricultural applications.
The firm operates approximately 37 manufacturing locations
in Canada, the U.S., Mexico, China, Korea, Germany and
Hungary, as well as sales offices worldwide. In addition, it
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: has five research and development centers. The firm
Skyjack, Inc. operates through two reportable segments, power/driveline
and industrial, as well as through regional groups in Europe
and Asia-Pacific. The power/driveline segment consists of
the chassis, transmission and engine groups. Together
these groups manufacture and assemble all of the precision-
machined components and assemblies used in high quality
transmission systems as well as every key mechanical
component of a modern engine. The groups focus on core
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be components such as power transfer units, transmission
intentionally listed here more than once. cases, pumps, steering knuckles, gears, joints, power
Linda S. Hasenfratz, CEO steering pumps, cylinder blocks, camshaft assemblies,
Jim Jarrell, COO crankshaft assemblies and connecting rods. The industrial
Jim Jarrell, Pres. group, represented by wholly-owned subsidiary Skyjack, Inc.,
Edward A. Mahood, CFO handles non-automotive products, such as aerial work
Mark Stoddart, Exec. VP-Mktg. platforms. This division focuses on reliable scissor lifts.
Mark Stoddart, CTO Linamar’s European operations are focused on machines
Michael J. Annable, Exec. VP-Admin. components and assemblies that are used in engine and
Roger Fulton, General Counsel/Exec. VP/Corp. Sec.
Brian Ahlborn, VP-Corp. Dev.
transmission/driveline systems. All of the company’s
Ken McDougall, Group Pres., Industrial products and services are also offered in Asia through the
Brian Wade, Group Pres., Asia Pacific/VP-Oper., Engine Group Asia-Pacific group. In 2007, Skyjack acquired telehandler
Ken Myers, Group Pres., Transmission & Driveline manufacturer Carelift Equipment Limited and the firm
Nick Adams, VP-Sales acquired Ford’s automotive components power transfer unit,
Frank J. Hasenfratz, Chmn. including a plant in Mexico. Also in 2007, the firm agreed to
Csaba Havasi, Group Pres., Europe acquire Visteon Corporation’s power transfer unit plant. In
Phone: 519-836-7550 Fax: 519-824-8479 2008, Linamar acquired Volvo’s Material handling equipment
Toll-Free: business.
Address: 287 Speedvale Ave. W., Guelph, ON N1H 1C5 Canada
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: LIMAF.PK
2007 Sales: $2,197,900 2007 Profits: $103,900 Int’l Ticker: LNR Int’l Exchange: Toronto-TSX
2006 Sales: $2,149,000 2006 Profits: $94,600 Employees: 12,000
2005 Sales: $2,041,729 2005 Profits: $945,001 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $1,533,627 2004 Profits: $76,933 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $470,358 Bonus: $1,914,228
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $318,496 Bonus: $1,530,790
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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LITHIA MOTORS INC www.lithia.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 8 Profits: 9
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Y Insurance: Y Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Y Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Automotive Repair & Maintenance Lithia Motors, Inc. is a leading operator of automotive
Insurance & Financing dealerships, retailing both new and used vehicles through
193 franchises and 109 stores in the Western U.S. and over
the Internet. The company operates 16 stores in Oregon, 14
in California, 15 in Texas, 11 in Washington, eight in Iowa,
and more in Idaho, Colorado, Alaska, Montana, Nevada,
Nebraska, South Dakota, North Dakota, New Mexico and
Wisconsin. Lithia also operates 19 collision repair centers.
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: The firm sells new and used cars and light trucks; sells
L2 Auto replacement parts; provides vehicle maintenance, warranty,
paint and repair services; and arranges related financing,
service contracts, protection products and credit insurance
for its automotive customers. Lithia’s dealerships offer
customers vehicles under 30 domestic and imported brands,
including Ford, Toyota, BMW, Suzuki, Volvo and General
Motors. Chrysler, which includes Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep,
accounts for approximately a quarter of the company’s sales.
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be The company markets its parts and service products by
intentionally listed here more than once. notifying the owners of vehicles purchased at its franchises
Sidney B. DeBoer, CEO when their vehicles are due for periodic service. In addition,
Bryan B. DeBoer, COO Lithia offers its customers complimentary vehicle appraisals
Bryan B. DeBoer, Pres. and free vehicle history reports. The firm’s other marketing
Jeffrey B. DeBoer, CFO/Sr. VP efforts include periodic direct-mail ads to previous
Sidney B. DeBoer, Corp. Sec. customers, as well as newspaper, television and radio ads.
R. Bradford Gray, Exec. VP The Lithia web site offers users several services, such as
Sidney B. DeBoer, Chmn. viewing new and used vehicle inventories and scheduling
Phone: 541-776-6899 Fax: 541-774-7617 service appointments. The company also offers financing
Toll-Free: 800-866-9213 and insurance to customers that purchase new or used
Address: 360 E. Jackson St., Medford, OR 97501 US vehicles. In 2007, Lithia opened three stand-alone used car
stores in Texas and Colorado, called L2 Auto. These stores
allow customers to browse real-time inventory online, and
then onsite, with no negotiation prices and a 240 inspection-
point plan. In June 2008, the company announced a
restructuring plan, with an emphasis on divesting
underperforming stores, to address auto industry changes.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: LAD
2007 Sales: $3,219,001 2007 Profits: $21,549 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $3,050,537 2006 Profits: $37,304 Employees: 5,828
2005 Sales: $2,851,698 2005 Profits: $53,627 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $2,598,286 2004 Profits: $45,612 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $840,000 Bonus: $4,300
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Y Second Exec. Salary: $624,000 Bonus: $3,961
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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LKQ CORP www.lkqcorp.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 45 Profits: 30
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Remanufactured OEM Parts
Aftermarket Replacement Parts LKQ Corporation is one of the largest providers of recycled
Vehicle Salvage OEM (original equipment manufacturer) automotive parts
Scrap/Bulk Automotive Parts and related services in the U.S. LKQ operates
Refurbished Aluminum Wheels approximately 300 facilities around the world. In the U.S.,
the company has a network of 70 locations that supply
wholesale recycled OEM parts, 55 of which include a
combination of processing, sales and redistribution
operations, and 15 of which are primarily redistribution
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: facilities. The firm’s aftermarket parts business operates
Transwheel Corporation from facilities that serve as sales, warehousing or distribution
Global Automotive Parts
centers, with a total of 191 facilities in the U.S. and Canada.
Fit-Rite Body Parts & Affilliates
Pintendre Autos Inc
LKQ has 27 locations providing self-service retail recycled
Keystone Automotive Industries Inc vehicle products in Florida, Illinois, Oregon and Tennessee
and three locations in Central America. LKQ’s aftermarket
business operates as Global Automotive Parts. The
company refurbishes bumpers and wheels at 64 locations in
the U.S. and Canada and one location in northeast Mexico.
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be It also refurbishes head lamps and tail lamps at a facility in
intentionally listed here more than once. Grand Rapids, Michigan. The firm procures salvage
Joseph M. Holsten, CEO vehicles, primarily at auctions, using its local professionals
Joseph M. Holsten, Pres. and centralized purchasing systems, and directly from
Mark T. Spears, CFO/Exec. VP insurance companies, automobile manufacturers and other
Victor M. Casini, General Counsel/VP/Corp. Sec. suppliers. Once LKQ has received the proper title, assuring
Walter P. Hanley, VP-Dev./Associate General Counsel/Assistant Sec. that the vehicles have not been stolen, it dismantles it for
Frank P. Erlain, VP-Finance/Controller recycled parts. The firm’s customers include collision and
Leonard A. Damron, Sr. VP-Southeast Region mechanical repair shops and, indirectly, insurance
H. Bradley Willen, VP-Midwest Region
Steven H. Jones, VP-Central Region & Core Oper.
companies, including extended-warranty companies. LKQ’s
Robert L. Wagman, VP-Insurance Services & Aftermarket Oper. most popular products include engines, vehicle front-end
Donald F. Flynn, Chmn. assemblies, doors, transmissions, trunk lids, bumper
assemblies, wheels, head and tail lamp assemblies, mirrors,
Phone: 312-621-1950 Fax: 312-621-1969
fenders and axles. In July 2007, the company entered the
Toll-Free: 877-557-2677 Canadian market with the acquisition of Pintendre Autos,
Address: 120 N. LaSalle St., Ste. 3300, Chicago, IL 60602 US Inc., a recycled parts business near Quebec City, Canada.
In October 2007, LKQ acquired Keystone Automotive
Industries, Inc. In August 2008, the firm signed an
agreement to acquire Pick-Your-Part Auto Wrecking, an auto
recycler with nine recycling locations in California.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: LKQX
2007 Sales: $1,126,825 2007 Profits: $65,901 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $789,381 2006 Profits: $44,395 Employees: 9,100
2005 Sales: $547,392 2005 Profits: $30,887 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $424,756 2004 Profits: $20,573 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $550,000 Bonus: $1,312,266
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $370,000 Bonus: $646,406
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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LOJACK CORP www.lojack.com


Industry Group Code: 334290 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 2 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Electronic Equipment-Stolen Vehicle Recovery
Vehicle Security Devices LoJack Corporation creates and markets technology
products and services for the tracking and recovery of
valuable mobile assets. LoJack offers two systems for
vehicle recovery, the LoJack System and the Boomerang
System. The LoJack System, based on radio frequency (RF)
technology, is comprised of a Registration System,
maintained and operated by LoJack; a Sector Activation
System and Vehicle Tracking Units, both operated by law
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: enforcement officials; and a LoJack Unit, a VHF transponder.
LoJack Stolen Vehicle Recovery System The LoJack system is designed to be integrated into existing
LoJack Early Warning Recovery System
law enforcement computer and telecommunication systems
Boomerang Tracking
LoJack for Laptops
and procedures. If a car equipped with a LoJack unit is
Absolute Software stolen, its owner reports the theft to the local police
Locate by LoJack department. A radio signal will be transmitted automatically
to the unit in the stolen vehicle, activating its tracking signal.
Revenue from the domestic segment of LoJack products and
units comprised 67% for fiscal 2007. LoJack also offers
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be LoJack for Construction Equipment and LoJack for
intentionally listed here more than once. Motorcycles. The Boomerang System is based on RF and
Richard T. Riley, CEO cellular technology, using internationally developed tracking
Ronald V. Waters III, COO devices and the wireless networks of major regional
Ronald V. Waters III, Pres. telecommunications companies to locate and track stolen
Michael Umana, CFO/Sr. VP assets. Revenue from the Boomerang segment comprised
Kevin M. Mullins, Sr. VP/Gen. Mgr.-Sales 9% for fiscal 2007. The LoJack System is used in 26 U.S.
William R. Duvall, CTO/Exec. VP states and Washington, D.C., as well as in 31 countries
Thomas Wooters, General Counsel/Exec. VP internationally. LoJack also licenses its name to Absolute
Paul McMahon, Dir.-Corp. Comm.
Richard T. Riley, Chmn.
Software, which markets computer theft recovery products
Thomas M. Camp, Sr. VP/Gen. Mgr.-Int'l under the brand name LoJack for Laptops. In 2008, LoJack
launched Locate by LoJack for fleet managers and
Phone: 781-326-4700 Fax: 781-326-7255 equipment owners, which provides key functions such as
Toll-Free: 800-456-5225 location-on-demand, geofencing, engine hours and user
Address: 200 Lowder Brook Dr., Ste. 1000, Westwood, MA defined reporting.
02090 US LoJack offers its employees a 401 (k) plan, an employee
stock purchase plan, a 529 plan, discounts on company
products and adoption assistance.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: LOJN
2007 Sales: $222,749 2007 Profits: $21,405 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $213,288 2006 Profits: $16,507 Employees: 925
2005 Sales: $190,726 2005 Profits: $18,439 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $145,691 2004 Profits: $10,400 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $486,539 Bonus: $279,000
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Y Second Exec. Salary: $330,769 Bonus: $185,256
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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LUCOR INC www.jiffylube.com


Industry Group Code: 811191 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Y Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Oil Change & Lubrication Shops
Lucor, Inc. is one of largest franchisers of Jiffy Lube
International in the United States. Jiffy Lube is known for its
fast oil changes, which it provides across North America with
more than 2,200 locations. Approximately 88% of Jiffy
Lube’s centers are franchised. Lucor operates a chain of
about 210 of these automotive service shops, with locations
in North Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, Pennsylvania,
Kentucky, Ohio, Michigan and Georgia. Lucor's service
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: centers offer basic maintenance services including oil and oil
Jiffy Lube International filter changes, chassis lubrication, battery checks, air filter
replacement, tire inflation, vacuuming and window washing,
as well as preventative maintenance such as emissions
inspections. The shops also check lights and wiper blades
and replenish fluids, among other services. The private
company is partially owned by Lucor's co-founders, the
Conway brothers Stephen and Jerry.

CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be
intentionally listed here more than once.
Stephen P. Conway, CEO
Jerry B. Conway, COO
Jerry B. Conway, Pres.
Stephen P. Conway, Chmn.
Phone: 919-828-9511 Fax: 919-828-4847
Toll-Free:
Address: 790 Pershing Rd., Raleigh, NC 27608 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $100,500 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 2,011
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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LUND INTERNATIONAL INC www.lundinternational.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 81 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturer
Appearance Products, Automotive Lund International, Inc. is a group of specialty companies
Exterior Visors that design, manufacture and market accessories for the
Running Boards automotive market. Its brands include Auto Ventshade,
Hood Shields Deflecta-Shield, Trenz, Nifty, Belmor and Lund. The firm’s
Bumpers products include exterior visors, hood shields, running
Truck Liners boards, spoilers, bed covers and protection, bumpers,
Spoilers toolboxes, cab bars and other styling accessories.
Subsidiary Auto Ventshade's products include floor mats,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: reflectors and headlight covers. Deflecta-Shield also
Nifty Products, Inc. produces a line of accessories for light trucks, SUVs and
Belmor
vans, such as toolboxes, bed protection products and mud
Deflecta-Shield Corp.
Auto Ventshade
flaps. Trenz makes exterior and interior accessories,
Lund Truck Accessories including custom grills for aftermarket warehouses and
Resilience Capital Partners catalogs. Nifty Products provides custom-molded floor mats,
Trenz carpet mats, rear cargo bay trays and truck liners for cars
Linsalata Capital Partners and trucks. Belmor designs and manufactures accessories
for heavy trucks, such as bug deflectors, bug screens, rock
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be guards and winter fronts. Lund produces car accessories
intentionally listed here more than once. such as light covers, grille inserts, hood shields, spoilers and
George Scherff, CEO vents; along with truck accessories such as cargo covers,
window accessories and running boards. The company sells
Phone: 770-688-2032 Fax: 770-688-2057
its products through a network of dealers, warehouse
Toll-Free: 888-588-6049 distributors, specialty chain stores and catalog companies.
Address: 300 Horizon Dr., Suwanee, GA 30024 US The firm has nine of its own locations and has marketing and
distribution programs with many original equipment
manufacturers (OEM). Lund’s products are produced with
thermoforming, plastic injection molding, cut-and-sew, metal
forming, fiberglass molding, dye cutting and top coating. In
2007, the company was acquired by Linsalata Capital
Partners and Resilience Capital Partners.
Lund offers its employees tuition reimbursement, accidental
death & dismemberment insurance, life insurance, short- and
long-term disability, day care expenses and dental and
health insurance
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $116,100 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 1,249
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Y Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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LUPIENT AUTOMOTIVE GROUP www.lupient.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Y Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Auto Finance Lupient Auto Group is the largest Minnesota-based new and
Auto Service pre-owned automotive dealer. It features 15 locations in the
Fleet Sales Great Lakes area. The dealer’s locations include the Jim
Water Park Lupient Infiniti of Golden Valley; Lupient Chevrolet of
Bloomington; Lupient Viking Buick Pontiac GMC Nissan;
Lupient Brooklyn Park Imports; and Lupient Bothun Chrysler
of Eau Claire. Lupient sells and services a wide variety of
automobiles including Saturn, Kia, Nissan, Chevrolet, Infiniti,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Buick, GMC and Dodge. In addition to individual
Jim Lupient Infiniti of Golden Valley automobiles, the firm generates revenues from large fleet
Lupient Brooklyn Park Imports
sale operations. It also offers title and license administration
Lupient Chevrolet of Bloomington
Lupient Viking Buick Pontiac GMC Nissan
and nationwide delivery, as well as providing warranty,
Lupient Bothun Chrysler of Eau Claire maintenance and service work. Through the company’s web
site, customers can link to each of the dealerships and view
inventory, get an instant quote on any vehicle or schedule
service appointments. Lupient boasts four body shops
including one in Wisconsin. Lupient also operates a water
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be park featuring three large water slides, various water-park-
intentionally listed here more than once. related activities and covered shelters that are available for
James W. Lupient, CEO reservation.
James W. Lupient, Chmn.
Phone: 763-544-6666 Fax: 763-513-5517
Toll-Free:
Address: 7100 Wayzata Blvd., Golden Valley, MN 55426 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 1,000
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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MAACO ENTERPRISES INC www.maaco.com


Industry Group Code: 811100 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Y Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Repair & Maintenance
Auto Painting MAACO Enterprises, Inc. provides auto body repair and
Collision Repair painting through its network of over 500 MAACO Collision
Repair and Auto Painting Centers. Since 1972, these
franchised centers across the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico
have painted more than 16 million cars. MAACO offers
individualized services and options to take care of dents,
chips, dings, rust and other minor accident damage.
Ranging in cost from a couple hundred dollars to over a
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: thousand dollars, MAACO offers the Ambassador, the
MAACO Collision Repair & Auto Painting Centers Presidential, the Supreme and the Signature service
Ambassador
packages. The Ambassador package includes an exterior
Presidential
Supreme
coat of high grade automotive enamel. The Presidential
Signature package includes an exterior coat of a catalyzed enamel
material that is more resistant to environmental chemicals,
weather extremes and tough road conditions than ordinary
enamel. The Supreme package includes an exterior coat of
a highly durable, easy to care for, UV-ray resistant, single-
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be stage polyurethane paint with a sealer. Finally, the Signature
intentionally listed here more than once. package includes a two-step application of base coat and
David Lapps, Pres. clear coat, which duplicates the color and gloss of a factory
paint job, and is durable and easy to care for. These
Phone: 610-265-6606 Fax: 610-337-6113
services come with coast-to-coast warranty, quality
Toll-Free: assurance, central billing, original factory color matching and
Address: 381 Brooks Rd., King of Prussia, PA 19406 US quality name-brand paints and parts. The firm has color
match systems in its auto body shops designed to match
paint using Sherwin-Williams and DuPont paint systems.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 150
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 10/31
2004 Sales: $60,300 2004 Profits: $13,500 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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MACK TRUCKS INC www.macktrucks.com


Industry Group Code: 336120 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems: Y
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Y Specialty Service: Y Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Y Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Y Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Truck Manufacturer
Heavy-Duty Trucks Mack Trucks, Inc., a subsidiary of Volvo Group, produces
Replacement Parts heavy-duty and medium-duty trucks and product
Customer Support Services components in the United States, which are sold in 45
Construction Services countries, through a network of 670 sales, parts and service
centers. Its international subsidiaries include Mack Canada,
Inc.; Mack Trucks Australia Pty. Ltd.; and Mack de
Venezuela C.A. In 2007, the firm sold 13,438 Class-8
(heavy-duty) units, which constituted 8.9% of the U.S heavy
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: truck market. Mack Canada sold 1,655 units, a 6.6 market
AB Volvo share. Mack Trucks Australia recorded 1,323 unit sales,
Mack Canada, Inc.
representing 9.9% of the Australian heavy truck market, and
Mack Trucks Australia
Vision Sleepers
Mack de Venezuela moved 1,992 units, or 18% of the
Application Specific Engine Technology (ASET) country’s heavy truck market. Mack’s trucks are grouped
OneCall Complete Care into three core product lines: the highway series,
Granite construction series and refuse series. The highway series
InfoMax Wireless include the Vision Sleepers, Pinnacle Sleepers, Pinnacle
DayCab, Vision DayCab, Rawhide and CH models, used for
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be heavy hauling. The construction series includes the Granite,
intentionally listed here more than once. Granite Axle Back and Granite Bridge Formula models used
Dennis R. Slagle, CEO for construction and logging, as well as the MR and CL
Dennis R. Slagle, Pres. models of mixers and dumpers. The Mack Refuse line-up
Kevin M. Flaherty, Sr. VP-Sales includes MR and LE as its durable models for garbage
John Mies, Media Rel. collection and refuse haulage. The company’s ASET engine
David McKenna, Mgr.-Powertrain Mktg. family utilizes proprietary Application Specific Engine
Steve Ginter, Manager-Vocational Products Technology to optimize performance in both vocational
Matthew Walsh, VP-Export worksite trucks and highway carriers. Mack’s OneCall
Frank Meehan, Sr. VP-Int'l Oper.
Complete Care program offers roadside assistance,
Phone: 610-709-3011 Fax: 610-709-3308 protection plans, a leasing program, warranty and Mack-
Toll-Free: 800-866-1177 certified technicians. The company also offers fleet
Address: 2100 Mack Blvd., Allentown, PA 18105-5000 US managers access to an integrated wireless technology
system, InfoMax Wireless, which accesses and monitors
onboard data logs on a seamless, automated basis. In 2008,
Mack introduced its most powerful model, the Titan, for
heavy transport and construction. In August 2008, the firm
announced a restructuring plan including the rearranging and
consolidation of its headquarters, production facilities, and
testing facilities.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 4,500
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: AB VOLVO
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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MAGNA DONNELLY www.donnelly.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturer
Window & Door Systems Magna Donnelly, a subsidiary of Magna International, Inc., a
Vision Systems Canadian auto parts firm, supplies automotive customers
Security Products around the world with electronics modules; interior, camera
Electronics Modules and exterior vision systems; window systems; door closure
Glass & Coating Products systems; and glass fabrication and coating. The firm focuses
Automotive Mirrors on developing features and technologies around its core
products, including complete exterior mirrors, modular
encapsulated windows, interior mirrors and door handles,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: and newer products and technologies, including
BlindZone Management electrochromic mirrors and bonded hardware modular
Donnely Corp.
window systems. Some of Magna Donnelly's innovations
Illuminator
PanoramicVision
include side mirrors that change position to allow easier lane
Optera checks; cameras to eliminate blind spots; and rearview
Magna Donnelly Electronics mirrors with lights and microphones. Products include the
Illuminator footlamp, which lights the ground for an increased
level of nighttime security; and the PanoramicVision system,
which replaces the exterior and interior rearview mirrors with
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be a three-camera system that combines rear and side views
intentionally listed here more than once. into one unbroken panorama. The company has two
Carlos E. Mazzorin, CEO subsidiaries, Magna Donnelly Electronics, a manufacturer of
David Turnbull, CFO/Exec. VP circuit board assemblies and wire harnesses to the
Niall R. Lynam, CTO/Sr. VP-Tech. automotive, commercial and consumer industries, and
Carlos E. Mazzorin, Chmn. Optera, a provider of glass-related products, including
Phone: 616-786-7000 Fax: 616-786-5690 bending, coating, screening, cutting and applying anti-glare
Toll-Free: finishes, to the information display industry. The firm
Address: 49 W. 3rd St., Holland, MI 49423 US operates 26 manufacturing facilities worldwide: 12 in North
America, ten in Europe and four in Asia. Of the 57 million
cars produced per year, Magna Donnelly’s rearview mirrors
are in 40 million of them. Customers include Daimler,
Chrysler, Ford, General Motors, Honda, BMW, Saab,
Volkswagen and Volvo. In 2008, the company unveiled its
BlindZone Management product, which combines camera
technology, enhanced mirrors, lighting, and telematics to
eliminate blind zones around the vehicle.
The company offers its employees medical, dental, AD&D
and life insurance; a 401(k) plan; short- and long-term
insurance; a pension plan; fitness center membership; an
employee assistance program; a scholarship program; and
tuition reimbursement.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 8,200
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: MAGNA INTERNATIONAL INC
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $458,352 Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $267,928 Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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MAGNA INTERNATIONAL INC www.magna.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 4 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturer
Vehicle Assembly Services Magna International, Inc. is a global supplier of high-tech
Seating & Interior Products automotive components, systems and complete modules.
Closure Systems The firm designs, engineers and manufactures a full range of
Body & Chassis Systems interior and exterior systems, in addition to providing
Mirror, Lighting & Glass Systems complete vehicle assembly services to major automotive
Exterior Decorative Systems manufacturers. Some of the company’s notable customers
Drivetrain Components are Chrysler Group; Daimler AG; Porsche; Toyota; General
Motors; BMW; Volkswagen; Nissan; Lexus; Mitsubishi; Tata
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Automotive; and Ford Motor Company. The firm employs
Intier Automotive Inc tens of thousands of people worldwide at 240 manufacturing
Magna Donnelly
divisions and 86 product development, engineering and
Decoma International Inc
Cosma International
sales centers in 25 countries in North and South America,
Magna Powertrain Africa, Europe and Asia. Through its divisions and
Magna Seating subsidiaries, the company provides metallic body and
Magna Car Top Systems chassis systems, hydro-formed components and assemblies,
Magna Steyr seating and interior systems, power train products, closure
systems, mirror systems, roof systems, electronic systems
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be and exterior body products, as well as engine, transmission
intentionally listed here more than once. and fueling systems and components. Magna's primary
Donald Walker, Co-CEO operating subsidiaries include Cosma International; Magna
Vincent J. Galifi, CFO/Exec. VP Powertrain; Decoma International; Magna Seating; Magna
Scott E. Paradise, VP-Mktg., Americas Mirrors; Magna Closures; Magna Car Top Systems; Magna
Marc Neeb, Exec. VP-Global Human Resources Electronics; Magna Steyr; Magna Donnelly; and Intier
Jeffrey O. Palmer, Chief Legal Officer/Exec. VP Automotive, Inc. In February 2008, the firm made two
Peter Koob, Exec. VP-Corp. Dev. acquisitions: Allied Transportation Technology, Inc., which
Louis Tonelli, VP-Investor Rel. will provide the company with new ultrasonic technology; and
Paul Brock, Treas.
Herbert Demel, COO-Vehicles & Powertrain
Zhangjiagang Suxing Electronics, which will deliver new
Tom Skudutis, COO-Exteriors & Interiors technologies to the Chinese market. In July 2008, Magna
Joachim Volker Hirsch, VP-Special Projects acquired Technoplast, a producer of exterior and interior
Siegfried Wolf, Co-CEO plastic components, located in Russia. In October 2008,
Frank Stronach, Chmn. Magna acquired BluWav Systems LLC, a Michigan-based
Manfred Eibeck, Exec. VP-Magna Europe supplier of electric and energy-management systems for the
Phone: 905-726-2462 Fax: 905-726-7164 hybrid electric, plug-in hybrid and battery electric automotive
Toll-Free: markets. In December 2008, the company announced plans
Address: 337 Magna Dr., Aurora, ON L4G 7K1 Canada to close an auto parts plant in Nova Scotia and to open two
new production facilities in Russia.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $23,704,000 2008 Profits: $71,000 U.S. Stock Ticker: MGA
2007 Sales: $26,067,000 2007 Profits: $663,000 Int’l Ticker: MG.A Int’l Exchange: Toronto-TSX
2006 Sales: $24,180,000 2006 Profits: $528,000 Employees: 74,350
2005 Sales: $22,811,000 2005 Profits: $639,000 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $20,653,000 2004 Profits: $692,000 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $200,000 Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $110,500 Bonus: $6,153,500
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y

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MAGNETI MARELLI HOLDING SPA www.magnetimarelli.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Components
Power Train Systems Magneti Marelli Holding S.p.A, a subsidiary of Fiat, designs
Motor Sport Components and manufactures components and systems for lighting,
Lighting suspension, exhaust and powertrain applications. Magneti
Automotive Performance Research Equipment Marelli supplies the world’s major car manufacturers such as
Renault, Citroen, Peugeot, the Fiat Group, Ford,
Volkswagen, Audi, Seat, BMW, DaimlerChrysler, GM-Opel,
Volvo, Saab, Nissan, Toyota and Daewoo. Its portfolio of
brands includes Cofap, Jaeger, Seima, Siem, Descam and
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Automotive Lighting. Subsidiary Automotive Lighting is a
Fiat SpA global leader in exterior automotive lighting systems; where
Cofap
other subsidiaries specialize in electronic systems, exhaust
Jaeger
Seima
systems and powertrain items. Magneti Marelli also
Descam maintains a motor sport division that offers a line of
Automotive Lighting performance-enhancing products, including the Step9 engine
Step9 and chassis control unit, capable of driving an engine at
Wintax speeds of up to 20,000 rpm. The unit also has product lines
in alternators, motors and voltage regulators; fuel systems
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be and ignition; sensors; electronic control systems; data
intentionally listed here more than once. acquisition, display and lap trigger; and software. Magneti
Eugenio Razelli, CEO Marelli has industrial and research facilities in Italy, France,
Eugenio Razelli, Pres. Spain, Great Britain, Germany, Poland, Czech Republic,
Donatella Penati, CFO Russia, Turkey, the U.S., Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, China,
Sergio Garue, Dir.-Sales Coordination Malaysia and South Africa. The company has recently
Livio Milan, Dir.-Human Resources entered several joint venture agreements. In 2007, Magneti
Stefan Firenze, CIO Marelli, Suzuki Motor Corporation and Maruti Suzuki India
Gianpaolo Accossato, General Counsel Limited created a joint venture in India aimed at the
Sergio Garue, Dir.-Bus. Dev.
Andrea Anfossi, Dir.-Comm.
production of electronic control units for diesel engines. In
Donatella Penati, Dir.-Finance 2008, Magneti Marelli and Endurance Technologies created
Paolo Arrighi, Compliance Officer a joint venture to manufacture shock absorbers for motor
Ferruccio Bondesan, Quality Coordination vehicles in India and Thailand. Also in 2008, the firm also
Luigi Ippolito, Dir.-Innovation created a joint venture with Sumi Motherson Group for
Guiseppe Morchio, Chmn. engine control components and with Telecom Italia to create
Roberto Minella, Purchasing Coordination onboard infomobility services.
Phone: 39-02-9722-7111 Fax: 39-02-9722-7355
Toll-Free:
Address: Viale Aldo Borletti 61/63, Milano, 20011 Italy
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $6,069,200 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 25,195
2005 Sales: $5,183,660 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $4,647,400 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: FIAT SPA
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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MAHINDRA & MAHINDRA LIMITED www.mahindra.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive and Farm Equipment Manufacturing and Distribution
Software Engineering Mahindra & Mahindra Limited is one of the largest industrial
Real Estate Development houses in India and a leading producer of multi-utility
vehicles. The company operates in sectors which include
the following: automotive; farm equipment; financial services;
trade, retail and logistics; infrastructure development; and
information technology. The automotive sector is in the
business of manufacturing and marketing utility vehicles and
light commercial vehicles, including three-wheelers. In
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: addition to Indian sales, the group exports its vehicles to
Mahindra & Mahindra Financial Services Ltd several countries in Europe, Africa, South America and the
Mahindra Rural Housing Finance Ltd
Middle East. The farm equipment sector is a leading
Mahindra Intertrade Limited
Mahindra Lifescapes
producer of tractors, with plants in India, the U.S., China and
Tech Mahindra Limited Australia, and a capacity to produce approximately
Mahindra Ugine Steel Company Limited 1,500,000 tractors a year. The financial services sector
Mahindra Automotive Australia operates through subsidiaries such as Mahindra & Mahindra
Financial Services Ltd., providing financing for utility
vehicles, tractors and cars in rural and semi-urban areas;
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be and Mahindra Rural Housing Finance Ltd., serving the
intentionally listed here more than once. housing finance needs of rural and semi-urban customers
Anand G. Mahindra, Managing Dir./Vice Chmn. throughout India. The trade, retail and logistics sector,
Bharat N. Doshi, CFO through subsidiaries such as Mahindra Intertrade Limited, is
Rajeev Dubey, Pres., Human Resources involved in the trading of various commodities, with a
Narayan Shankar, Corp. Sec. particular emphasis on steel and steel-related services. The
Roma Balwani, VP/Head-Corp. Comm. infrastructure development sector is involved in real estate,
Sandhya G. Sharma, Sr. Gen. Mgr.-Investor Rel. the hospitality industry, project engineering and design
Arun K. Nanda, Pres., Infrastructure Dev. Sector services. Subsidiary Mahindra Lifescapes is a corporate
Anjanikumar Choudhari, Pres., Farm Equipment Sector
Pawan Goenka, Pres., Automotive Sector
property developer in India. The information technology
Hemant Luthra, Pres., Systech Sector sector, through subsidiaries such as Tech Mahindra Limited,
Keshub Mahindra, Chmn. provides software engineering and related services for
telecom service providers, equipment manufacturers,
Phone: Fax: 91-22-2496-1649
software vendors and systems integrators. In August 2008,
Toll-Free: the company acquired a 50.69% share in Mahindra Ugine
Address: Mahindra Towers, G.M. Bhosale Marg, Mumbai, 400 Steel Company Limited. Also in August 2008, the firm
018 India released its 55 HP, 60 HP and 65 HP range of tractors in the
Turkish market. In November 2008, the firm entered into a
joint venture with TMI Pacific to form Mahindra Automotive
Australia.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $3,491,850 2007 Profits: $303,810 Int’l Ticker: 500520 Int’l Exchange: Bombay-BSE
2006 Sales: $2,407,660 2006 Profits: $257,650 Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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MAJOR AUTOMOTIVE COMPANIES INC www.majorworld.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers-Retail
Auto Financing Major Automotive Companies, Inc. is one of the largest-
Parts & Repair Service volume automobile retailers in the New York metropolitan
Used Car Sales area. From its dealership in Long Island City, NY, Major
Automotive sells new cars including such makes as
Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, Jeep, Kia, Lincoln and
Mercury. In addition to its new cars, the company also sells
used vehicles of virtually all makes. Automobiles are sold
through the Major Dealer Group, a leading consolidator of
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: automobile dealerships in the New York metropolitan area.
Major World Major Automotive focuses on the sale of used vehicles,
MajorWorld.com
which affords it the opportunity to generate additional
Major Dealer Group
customer traffic from a wide variety of prospective buyers,
increase new and used vehicle sales by aggressively
pursuing customer trade-ins and generate incremental
revenues from customers financially unable or indisposed to
purchase a new vehicle. Major has established the Major
World brand and majorworld.com Internet brand for its
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be current used car operations and those of the Major Dealer
intentionally listed here more than once. Group’s participating regional dealerships. Customers can
Bruce Bendell, CEO search for available used and new cars, obtain a valuation of
Bruce Bendell, COO a used vehicle trade-in and apply for financing through the
Bruce Bendell, Pres. company’s website. In order to market to diverse
Bruce Bendell, Acting CFO populations, the company employs a multilingual sales force.
Bruce Bendell, Chmn. Additionally, its customized telephone interactive voice
Phone: 718-520-6500 Fax: 718-520-6879 response provides price quotes, places orders, answers
Toll-Free: 888-326-2567 frequently asked questions and approves credit in multiple
Address: 43-40 Northern Blvd., Long Island City, NY 11101 US languages. The firm also offers related financing,
replacement parts and vehicle repair services through its
dealerships.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: MJRC.PK
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 495
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $396,982 2004 Profits: $-6,838 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $500,000 Bonus: $386,455
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $171,890 Bonus: $41,667
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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MARANGONI SPA www.marangoni.com


Industry Group Code: 326200 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Y Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Plastics & Rubber, Manufacturing
Tire Sales & Distribution Marangoni SpA operates integrated businesses that design,
Retreading Systems develop, manufacture, retread and distribute tires. It
Tire Technology & Equipment engages in every aspect of tire production and retreading
Car Accessories from the processing of raw materials, through development,
manufacture, sales and distribution to scrap tire disposal.
The retreading systems division provides products and
services including hot and cold retreading materials,
machinery and accessories for retreading and assistance
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: and marketing support. Its retreading subsidiaries operate
Marangoni Tread throughout the world and include Marangoni Tread;
Ellerbrock GmbH
Ellerbrock GmbH; Eurorubber; Marangoni do Brasil; and
Eurorubber
RINGTREAD
Marangoni Tread North America. The company’s specialty
Marangoni Pneumatici lies in cold retreading, for which it makes use of its
Marangoni Meccanica proprietary RINGTREAD system, involving procured rings as
Pneusmarket opposed to the more traditional strip method. Marangoni, as
Mythos Marangoni Pneumatici, also produces tires for cars, light-
duty transportation and industrial vehicles. Through
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Marangoni Meccanica, the company designs and
intentionally listed here more than once. manufactures tire production and retreading equipment,
Mario Marangoni, Managing Dir. plants and technologies. Marangoni's distribution division,
Luciano Favero, Dir.-Admin. Pneusmarket, manages a wholesale distribution network of
Luciano Favero, Dir.-Finance more than 40 sales outlets, offering various car services and
Massimo De Alessandri, Managing Dir. accessories in addition to tires. Marangoni car tire models
Mario Marangoni, Chmn. include its Mythos, Zeta Linea, Vanto, Trio and Meteo
Phone: 39-045-921-5100 Fax: 39-045-823-2830 models. Its industrial tires include the Eltor and Jumbo
Toll-Free: models. The Eltor V3 reflects a new non-marking, light-
Address: Via E. Fermi 11/b, Verona, 37135 Italy colored design appropriate for industrial vehicles used on
hygiene-sensitive surfaces. The company places a lifetime
warranty on all of its tires. In June 2008, the firm introduced
eight new sizes of high and ultra-high performance tires in its
2008 UHP range, four in the Verso line-up and four in the
Mythos line. Marangoni recently entered into a partnership
with Continental AG, a German-based automotive industry
supplier, which will allow Marangoni Retreading Systems to
produce and distribute precure tread stock of Continental
tread patterns worldwide.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 1,676
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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MARUTI SUZUKI INDIA LIMITED www.marutisuzuki.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Y Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Y Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Manufacturer
Financial Services Maruti Suzuki India Limited, formerly Maruti Udyog Limited,
Fleet Sales is a 54%-owned subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation and
Auto Accessories one of India's foremost automobile manufacturing company.
Driving Training School The company began in 1982 as a joint venture between the
government of India and Suzuki Motor. Maruti has three
integrated production facilities on its 300-acre plant lot, which
produce approximately 500,000 vehicles annually. Vehicles
include 11 models and 50 variants on those models, such as
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: the sedans SX4, Alto and Esteem; the sports utility vehicles
Suzuki Motor Corporation Grand Vitara XL-7 and WagonR; the compact Maruti 800,
SX4
Swift and Zen Estilo; the Maruti Versa and Maruti Omni vans;
Alto
Esteem
and the Maruti Gypsy King jeep. The firm offers financing,
Grand Vitara XL-7 leasing information, insurance, extended warranties and
WagonR automobile accessories such as alloy wheels, body covers,
Maruti 800 carpets, door visors, fog lamps, security systems, stereo
Maruti Driving School systems and car care products. Maruti offers fleet sales to
corporate clients, including complete service of fleet vehicles.
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be The firm’s web site assists potential buyers with car details
intentionally listed here more than once. and purchasing as well as offering special discounts and
Shinzo Nakanishi, CEO/Managing Dir. automobile assistance to owners. The Maruti Driving School
Shuji Oishi, Dir./Managing Exec. Officer-Mktg. & Sales (MDS) offers learner, advanced and refresher courses with
Masayuki Osada, Dir.-R&D on the road, classroom and MDS simulator training, as well
M. M. Singh, Managing Exec. Officer-Production as an online mock written driving test.
Tsuneo. Ohashi, Dir./Managing Exec. Officer-Production
Keiihci Asai, Managing Exec. Officer-Engineering
S. Maltra, Managing Exec. Officer-Supply Chain
R. C. Bhargava, Chmn.
Phone: 011-2331-6831 Fax:
Toll-Free:
Address: 11th Fl., Jeevan Prakash, 25, Kasturba Gandhi Marg,
New Delhi, 110 001 India
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 3,334
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $2,209,600 2004 Profits: $122,800 Parent Company: SUZUKI MOTOR CORPORATION
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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MAYBACH www.maybach-manufaktur.com
Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Y Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Manufacturing
Luxury Automobiles Maybach, a subsidiary of Daimler AG and a sister brand to
Automobile Customization Mercedes-Benz, produces expensive luxury automobiles
intended to cater the world’s elite. The company operates as
part of the Mercedes Benz Group, and distributes vehicles in
the U.S., Europe and Asia. Its automobiles are based on the
opulent cars built by Wilhelm Maybach and his son, Karl,
between 1921 and 1941. Today, Maybachs are in league
with the automobiles produced by Rolls-Royce and Bentley.
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: The company's Maybach-Manufaktur facility in Sindelfingen,
Daimler AG Germany is capable of producing 1,000 special-order
Mercedes-Benz Group
vehicles per year. The Center of Excellence is a studio from
Maybach-Manufaktur
Maybach Car Demonstrator
which prospective customers order vehicles built to exact
Landaulet specifications, which include everything from technical
components to wood, leather and paint selections. The
results are displayed on the Maybach Car Demonstrator, a
video program that depicts each step of the model
configuration. The current Maybach models are the
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Maybach 57 and the longer Maybach 62. Both are available
intentionally listed here more than once. in an ‘S’ model: the upgrade includes a more powerful
Klaus Nesser, CEO engine, as well as minor aesthetic changes. Since 2002,
Leon Hustinx, Pres. when the Maybach brand was re-introduced, the firm has
Detlef Barthelmes, Dir.-Mktg. & Sale produced more than 1,700 vehicles, 360 of which were
Phone: 49-0-7031-90-0 Fax: manufactured in 2006. If customers are unable to visit the
Toll-Free: German studio, sales representatives, many associated with
Mercedes-Benz, are available in any of the national Maybach
Address: Plant Sindelfingen, Bela-Barenyi-Strasse, Sindelfingen,
Centers located in the U.S., Italy, France, Japan, Jordan,
71063 Germany
Kuwait and other countries around the world. The company
operates a second sales outlet in Hong Kong, China. In
February 2008, the firm announced the creation of a fifth
model called the Landaulet, which features an extra-large
folding roof over the rear-seat area and a renovated
chauffeur’s quarters.
As part of Daimler, employees at Maybach receive multiple
benefits including health insurance and defined benefit
pension based on employee tenure.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: DAIMLER AG
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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MAZDA MOTOR CORPORATION www.mazda.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 15 Profits: 16
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobiles, Manufacturing
Commercial Vans & Trucks Mazda Motor Corporation, established in 1920, is one of
Hydrogen Engine Technology Japan’s largest automakers. Mazda operates three
production facilities in Japan and 13 overseas facilities,
including joint ventures in the U.S. (Missouri), China, Taiwan,
Thailand, the Philippines and South Africa with Ford Motor
Company, which holds a 13% share in the firm. The
company has been exporting cars to the U.S. and Europe for
almost 40 years, and with Mazda cars and trucks now being
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: sold in nearly 130 countries, overseas sales account for over
Mazda North American Operations two-thirds of annual revenues. Working closely with Ford,
Mazda Canada
the company has recently revamped much of its passenger
Ford Motor Company
MCM Energy Service Company
car, truck, minivan and utility vehicle product line, rolling out
Miata new models including the Mazda 6, Mazda 3, Mazda 8 and
Bongo the RX-8, a high-performance sports car. Other popular
Titan models include the Miata sports-convertible, the Tribute sport
utility vehicle and the BT-50 pick-up. The company’s line of
commercial vehicles targets the light industrial sector with
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be high-efficiency diesel vans and trucks. Marketed under
intentionally listed here more than once. brand names including Bongo, Titan, Mazda E-Series and
Hisakazu Imaki, CEO Mazda T-Series, these vehicles are available in various
Hisakazu Imaki, Pres. configurations of cargo bed and cabin size. Many of these
David E. Friedman, CFO vehicles are produced on an outsourced basis, with Bongo
Philip G. Spender, Exec. VP-Mktg. & Sales vans and trucks being built by Nissan and Mitsubishi. Mazda
Takashi Yamanouchi, Exec. VP-Human Resources markets passenger micro-mini vans and trucks under the
Philip G. Spender, Exec. VP-R&D model name Scrum, with vehicles being manufactured on a
Philip G. Spender, Exec. VP-IT third-party OEM basis by Suzuki Motor Corporation. The
Takashi Yamanouchi, Exec. VP-Admin.
David E. Friedman, Sr. Managing Exec. Officer-Corp. Planning
firm operates a joint venture with Mitsubishi named MCM
Yuji Harada, Managing Exec. Officer-Corp. Comm. Energy Service Company, which provides electricity and
Daniel T. Morris, Sr. Managing Exec. Officer-Mktg. & Overseas Sales steam to two of Mazda’s Japanese production facilities. In
Seita Kanai, Pres., Mazda Engineering & Technology Co., Ltd. June 2008, the company announced its intention to raise the
James J. O’Sullivan, Pres./CEO-Mazda Motor of America, Inc. average fuel efficiency of Mazda cars sold worldwide by 30%
Keishi Egawa, Exec. VP/COO-Mazda Motor of America, Inc. by 2015. In December 2008, the firm announced that it
Hisakazu Imaki, Chmn. would cut production by at least 148,000 units in 2009, in
James M. Muir, Pres./CEO-Mazda Motor Europe GmbH response to slow sales globally.
Takashi Yamanouchi, Exec. VP-Purchasing
Phone: 81-82-282-1111 Fax: 81-82-287-5190
Toll-Free:
Address: 3-1 Shinchi, Fuchu-cho, Aki-gun, Hiroshima, 100-0011
Japan
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $34,757,890 2008 Profits: $918,350 U.S. Stock Ticker: MZDAF
2007 Sales: $27,640,000 2007 Profits: $630,000 Int’l Ticker: 7261 Int’l Exchange: Tokyo-TSE
2006 Sales: $24,830,200 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 366,626
2005 Sales: $24,212,280 2005 Profits: $413,118 Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $27,604,100 2004 Profits: $320,900 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS www.mazdausa.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Car & Truck Dealerships
Customer Parts & Services Operations Mazda North American Operations (MNAO), a subsidiary of
Vehicle Research & Development Mazda Motor Corporation (Mazda), was founded by Mazda
to penetrate the U.S. car market. The company is comprised
of Mazda Motor of America, Mazda Research and
Development of North America and Mazda Systems
Services of North America, which control Mazda’s U.S. sales
and marketing, research and development, parts and service
operations, respectively. MNAO provides financing and
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: leasing services for its line of new and used cars, trucks,
Mazda Motor Corporation minivans and SUVs through its approximately 700
Mazda Systems Services of North America
dealerships in the United States. The firm’s models include
Mazda North American Operations
Mazda Research & Development of North America
the Mazda3 5-Door; Mazda3 4-Door; MazdaSpeed3;
RX-8 Mazda5; MazdaSpeed6; Mazda6 Sport Wagon; Mazda6
Tribute Sports Sedan; Mazda6 5-Door; MX-5 Miata roadster; RX-8
B-Series sports car; CX7 SUV; CX9 SUV; Tribute Hybrid SUV; and B-
MAZDASPEED Series Truck. All recent model Mazda cars are equipped
with Bluetooth hands-free voice-command or steering
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be mounted controls for making and receiving phone calls.
intentionally listed here more than once. MNAO’s online shopping tools allow customers to build their
James J. O'Sullivan, CEO own vehicles, search existing inventory, appraise trade-ins,
Keishi Egawa, COO/VP request a quote, estimate payments, compare vehicles,
James J. O'Sullivan, Pres. locate a dealer and apply for credit. MNAO announced in
Shinji Mizukane, CFO 2008 the 2009 Mazda6 sports sedan was specifically built for
Mike Nakashima, Dir.-Mktg. the North American market, and will include keyless entry,
Renee Lewis, VP-Human Resources push-button starting, blind-spot monitoring, rain sensing
Shiro Yoshioka, Exec. VP-R&D wipers and Bluetooth audio and phone.
Jim DiMarzio, CIO/Dir.-IT
Robert Davis, VP-Mktg. & Product Dev. Mazda offers its employees benefits including a new and
Shawn Murphy, General Counsel/VP/Sec. used vehicle purchase program; lease and temporary rental
Jay Amestoy, VP-Public & Gov't Affairs vehicle programs; flex time scheduling; a merit program; and
Peter Donnelly, Dir.-Dealer Affairs an incentive plan.
Donald Romano, Pres., Mazda Canada
Phone: 949-727-1990 Fax: 949-727-6101
Toll-Free: 800-222-5500
Address: 7755 Irvine Center Dr., Irvine, CA 92623 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: MAZDA MOTOR CORPORATION
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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MCLAREN PERFORMANCE TECHNOLOGIES


www.mclarenperformance.com
Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Products, Motors & Parts Manufacturing
Power Train Products McLaren Performance Technologies, Inc., a subsidiary of
Testing & Development Services Linamar Corp., specializes in powertrain products. The
Vehicle Development & Fabrication parent company, Linamar, is a world leader in the design and
Engineering Services integration of precision-machined components and other
Performance Products modules and systems for the automobile industry. McLaren
Engine Testing is divided into four segments: engine testing, engineering
services, performance products and vehicle development
and fabrication. The engine testing division houses an
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: around-the-clock facility that contains sixteen standardized
Linamar Corp dynamometer test cells, with the capability of computerized
Ford Motor Co
simulation and analysis. McLaren’s engineering services
General Motors Corp (GM)
BMW (Bayerische Motoren Werke AG)
offers development, manufacturing and assembling of
powertrain systems. The division also provides its clients
with engine quality audit and validation through processing
warranty returns and performing inspections and audits of in-
use products. The company has prototyping and fabrication
facilities with 14 hoist-equipped bays. McLaren Performance
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Technologies has performed work for Ford, BMW and
intentionally listed here more than once. General Motors. The company’s performance products
Linda S. Hasenfratz, CEO division produces high performance custom parts and
Jim Jarrell, COO complete engine assemblies for racing professionals and
Brian Ahlborn, Pres. other in the automobile industry. The vehicle development
Phone: 248-477-6240 Fax: 248-477-3349 and fabrication division offers custom services, such as
Toll-Free: designing, fabricating, assembling, painting and testing
concept, prototype and performance vehicles. The vehicles
Address: 32233 W. 8 Mile Road, Livonia, MI 48152 US
can be customized to highlight powertrains or other parts.
McLaren’s company headquarters are in Livonia, Michigan.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 114
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/30
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: LINAMAR CORP
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $150,654 Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $148,811 Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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MERCEDES-BENZ CREDIT CORPORATION


www.mercedesbenzfinancial.com
Industry Group Code: 522220 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Vehicle Leasing & Financing
Financing Mercedes-Benz Credit Corporation (MBCC) is a financing
company and a former subsidiary of DaimlerChrysler
Financial Services AG and a part of DaimlerChrysler
Services North America, LLC. With the 2007 split of the
DaimlerChrysler entity, MBCC in turn separated from other
members of DaimlerChrysler Financial Services AG and is
now a subsidiary of Daimler AG. MBCC is a full-service
automotive financing company that exclusively serves
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Mercedes-Benz dealers and their customers. The company
Mercedes-Benz Visa serves more than 380,000 customers through approximately
Mercedes-Benz Financial Services Canada
100 offices in 39 countries. Its clients are given
Daimler AG
Daimler Financial Services
comprehensive finance packages custom designed for
First Class Lease individual needs. MBCC offers two distinctive financing
First Class Financing options, including the company’s First Class Financing for
First Class Finish customers who want to finance and buy a vehicle; First Class
Lease for those who would like to lease a vehicle; and the
First Class Finish lease-end product. Through the
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be company’s website, customers can apply for credit online,
intentionally listed here more than once. use and estimator to approximate several lease and
Christopher Keafer, VP-Mktg. financing options, listen to a podcast of MBCC news, check
Jack Ferry, Mgr.-Media Rel., Daimler Financial Svcs. account information and make payments online. The
Klaus Entenmann, CEO/Pres., Daimler Financial Svcs. Americas company also offers a Mercedes-Benz Visa card that allows
James Ryan, Dir.-Corp. Comm. & Mktg., Daimler Financial Svcs. customers to earn points that can be used toward purchasing
Phone: Fax: Mercedes-Benz merchandise or vehicle payments. In April
Toll-Free: 800-654-6222 2008, Daimler Financial Services announced plans to
Address: P.O. Box 685, Roanoke, TX 76262 US expand its current Westlake, Texas Customer Service,
Collections and Remarketing center of Mercedes-Benz
Financial to include a similar structure for Daimler Truck
Financial. As a result, employees will be moving into a new
three-story, 160,000 square-foot facility near Ft. Worth,
Texas.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 3,200
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: DAIMLER AG
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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MERCEDES-BENZ USA LLC www.mbusa.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobiles-Import, Distribution & Wholesaling
Marketing & Sales Services Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA), a wholly-owned
Dealership subsidiary of Daimler AG, imports, wholesales and markets
Testing Laboratories Mercedes-Benz-brand cars and light trucks, as well as the
Maybach super-luxury sedan, throughout the U.S. The firm
sells vehicles through a nationwide network of 350
independently owned dealerships in the U.S. MBUSA also
provides sales, marketing and other services to the
independently owned Mercedes-Benz dealerships. The
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: company serves the dealerships through six regional office
Daimler AG locations: Parsippany, New Jersey, which serves the New
Mercedes-Benz Service Corp.
York region; Bethesda, Maryland, which serves the
Mercedes-Benz of Manhattan
Maybach
Washington, D.C. area; Rosemont, Illinois, which serves the
S-Class 4Matic Chicago area; Jacksonville, Florida; and two dealerships in
California, which serve Los Angeles and San Francisco.
MBUSA’s parts distribution center is located in New Jersey,
and the firm has three vehicle preparation facilities in
California, Florida, and Maryland. In addition, the firm owns
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be and operates one dealership in the U.S., Mercedes-Benz of
intentionally listed here more than once. Manhattan, in New York City. Through Mercedes-Benz
Ernst Lieb, CEO Service Corp., the company operates testing laboratories in
Ernst Lieb, Pres. Ann Arbor, Michigan and Los Angeles. In 2007, the
Norbert H. Litzkow, CFO Mercedes-Benz launched the new S-Class 4Matic, an all-
Stephen Cannon, VP-Mktg. wheel drive version of its new-generation S-Class sedan.
Tracey L. Matura, General Counsel/Sec. The firm reported $411.3 million in sales, with 253,433
Geoff Day, Dir.-Comm. vehicles sold, at the end of the 2007 fiscal year. In 2008, the
Inigo Mazquiaran, Gen. Mgr.-Corp. Finance company reported strong sales in July, with an increase of
Phone: 201-573-0600 Fax: 201-573-0117 12% over July 2007, with 140,012 vehicles sold as of July
Toll-Free: 2008. In April 2008, Mercedes-Benz announced its new
Address: 1 Mercedes Dr., Montvale, NJ 07645 US GLK-Class sport utility vehicle, which will be available in the
U.S. in 2009 as a 2010 model.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 1,400
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: DAIMLER AG
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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MERIDIAN AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS INC www.meridianautosystems.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 61 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturer
Exterior Components Meridian Automotive Systems, Inc. is a leading supplier of
Lighting Systems metals, thermoplastics and composites products for the
Front- & Rear-End Modules automotive parts and industrial products industries. With 23
Body Panels facilities located throughout North and South America, the
Bumpers & Fenders firm supplies auto and truck makers with front and rear end
Tailgates modules, exterior composite modules and structural
components, under-the-hood composite components, interior
components and modules and exterior lighting. Products
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: manufactured by Meridian supply makers of passenger cars,
light trucks and commercial trucks, and include interior
consoles; body and closure panels; pickup beds and gates;
and trailer hitches. Products are geared towards both
consumer and industrial markets. Meridian’s primary
process capabilities include metal stamping, rollforming,
injection molding, compression molding, steam chest
molding and blow molding. The company’s secondary
process capabilities include drilling and routing, adhesive
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be bonding, welding and assembly and sequencing. Finishing
intentionally listed here more than once. process capabilities provided by Meridian include painting, e-
Richard E. Newsted, CEO coating, chrome plating and reflector finishes. Meridian also
J. Steve McKenzie, COO/Exec. VP provides advanced processes such as finite-element
Richard E. Newsted, Pres. analysis, prototyping and product validation testing.
Timothy J. Knutson, CFO/Exec. VP Customers include GM; Ford; DaimlerChrysler; Toyota;
Francis I. LeVeque, Chief Commercial Officer/Exec. VP Honda; Subaru; Mazda; and Mitsubishi. In 2007, the firm
Mark P. Decker, Sr. VP-Human Resources announced an agreement with Ford Motor Company and
Matthew K. Paroly, Chief Legal Officer/Sr. VP/Sec. Automotive Components, LLC to acquire a front, rear and
James P. Holden, Chmn.
Craig S. Shatzer, Chief Procurement Officer/Sr. VP
signal lighting production facility in Ohio. In the same year,
the company announced the closure of its manufacturing
Phone: 313-336-4182 Fax: facility in Jackson, Ohio.
Toll-Free: Meridian Automotive Systems offers its employees
Address: 999 Republic Dr., Allen Park, MI 48101 US educational reimbursement; 401 (k) plans; medical and
dental coverage; and life insurance.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $650,800 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $800,000 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 5,900
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y

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METALDYNE CORP www.metaldyne.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 37 Profits: 57
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturer
Chassis Components Metaldyne Corp., a subsidiary of Asahi Tec, designs and
Engine Components produces engine, driveline and chassis products for
Driveline Components automakers and Tier 1 suppliers worldwide. The company
combines one of the largest independent machining and
assembly capabilities and the manufacturing of thin-wall
precision die castings for automotive applications. Products
are divided into five groups: sintered products, forging
products, vibration control products, powertrain products and
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: chassis products. Sintered products include powder metal
Asahi Tec conducting rods, powder metal main bearing caps, powder
Dynaturn
metals carriers and fracture-split camshaft caps. The forging
products segment encompasses bevel gears, complex parts,
housings, sliding sleeves, splined sleeves, transmission
shafts and aluminum and copper products. Vibration control
products include dampers, isolation pulleys and viscous
dampers. The powertrain group includes products such as
balance shaft modules, clutch modules, front engine module
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be assemblies and net-shape side and pinion gears.
intentionally listed here more than once. Metaldyne’s chassis group has commercialized its patented
Thomas Amato, CEO process Dynaturn for the assembly of a wheel-end, mini-
Tom Chambers, COO corner module that improves reliability and reduces brake
Tom Chambers, Pres. warranty repairs. Products in this group include ball joints,
Terry Iwasaki, CFO corner modules, control arms, knuckles and independent
Linda Theisen, VP-N. American Sales rear suspension. Additionally, the company is the world’s
Kimberly A. Kovac, Exec. VP-Human Resources & Metaldyne University largest supplier of aluminum valve bodies. The firm owns 33
Tom Worswick, VP-Mfg. facilities in 14 countries, including Korea, China and the
Terry Iwasaki, Corp. Controller
Denis Bardo, VP/Managing Dir.-Metaldyne Europe
Czech Republic. Metaldyne’s clients include Chery,
Peter Becker, VP/General Mgr.-Vibration Control Prod. Chrysler, Ford, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, PSA,
Chris Franks, VP-Sales & Eng., Chassis North America Renault-Nissan and Toyota. In January 2007, the firm was
J. Ryan, VP/General Manager-China Oper. acquired by Asahi Tec, a Japanese designer and
Thomas Amato, Chmn. manufacturer of ductile iron cast auto parts. As a result of
Jim Hudak, Managing Dir.-Metaldyne Asia Pacific the transaction, Metaldyne will continue as a subsidiary of
Linda Theisen, VP-Global Purchasing & Quality Asahi Tec and keep its name. In June 2007, the company
Phone: 734-207-6200 Fax: 734-207-6500 opened a new plant in China. In August 2008, the company
Toll-Free: announced that it had won more than $50 million in contracts
Address: 47603 Halyard Dr., Plymouth, MI 48170 US to supply powder metal forged connecting rods to multiple
automakers in Asia, Europe and North America.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $1,817,369 2007 Profits: $-45,806 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $1,849,000 2006 Profits: $-181,300 Employees: 6,600
2005 Sales: $1,886,939 2005 Profits: $-261,907 Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $1,695,171 2004 Profits: $-27,994 Parent Company: ASAHI TEC
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $651,922 Bonus: $300,000
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $389,423 Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 3 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y

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MIDAS INC www.midasinc.com


Industry Group Code: 811100 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 2 Profits: 2
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Y Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Y Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Y Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Repair & Maintenance
Real Estate Operations Midas, Inc. provides auto repair and maintenance services in
the U.S., Canada, Europe, Australia, the Middle East, Latin
America and the Caribbean through company-operated and
franchised shops. The firm operates under numerous
subsidiaries including Midas International Corporation.
Under the Midas brand, the company offers exhaust, brake,
suspension, air conditioning and maintenance services.
Midas farms out its wholesale parts distribution and quick-
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: delivery operations through AutoZone, Inc. and Uni-Select,
Midas Realty Corp. Inc. Subsidiary Midas Realty Corporation selects, leases
Talleres Rapidos Centroamericanos TRC, S.A
and acquires sites and constructs facilities for company-
SpeeDee
Midas International Corporation
operated and franchised shops throughout North America. It
AutoZone Inc also enters into contingent operating lease agreements in
Uni-Select Inc order to ensure control of the real estate used by Midas
shops. There are more than 2,500 Midas shops in 19
countries around the world. North American operations
account for approximately 1,800 of these shops, with
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be company-owned shops accounting for nearly 65 locations
intentionally listed here more than once. and franchises for approximately 1,685 locations, the
Alan D. Feldman, CEO remainder consisting of recently acquired SpeeDee
Alan D. Feldman, Pres. locations. In 2007, 12% of retail business was generated by
William M. Guzik, CFO/Exec. VP exhaust; 38% by brakes; 9% by suspension, shocks and
Rick Dow, Chief Mktg. Officer/Sr. VP struts; and 41% from new Midas categories, which include
Ben Parma, VP-Human Resources tires and related services, fleet maintenance services and
Alvin K. Marr, General Counsel/Sr. VP/Corp. Sec. general maintenance. In the U.S., the company uses Arvin
Bob Troyer, Press Rel. exhaust products supplied by AutoZone. In 2007, the firm
James M. Haeger, VP/Controller
John A. Warzecha, Sr. VP-Franchise Oper. & Sales
closed six company-owned stores in Florida. On February
Alan D. Feldman, Chmn. 2008, Midas signed an agreement with Talleres Rapidos
Centroamericanos TRC, S.A., a subsidiary of Purdy Motor
Phone: 630-438-3000 Fax: 630-438-3880 S.A., to build and operate Midas shops in Costa Rica. In
Toll-Free: April 2008, Midas acquired the assets of G.C. & K.B.
Address: 1300 Arlington Heights Rd., Itasca, IL 60143 US Investments, Inc., which franchised 181 SpeeDee quick-lube
and automotive maintenance shops in the U.S. and Mexico.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: MDS
2007 Sales: $180,000 2007 Profits: $13,300 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $176,700 2006 Profits: $10,500 Employees: 700
2005 Sales: $192,500 2005 Profits: $2,200 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $197,500 2004 Profits: $4,100 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $725,000 Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $295,000 Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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MILLER INDUSTRIES INC www.millerind.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 66 Profits: 41
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Y Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Wrecker Equipment
Trailer Body & Car Carrier Manufacturing Miller Industries, Inc. is one of the world’s leading integrated
providers of vehicle towing and recovery equipment and
services. It offers a broad range of towing and recovery
equipment products that meet most customer design,
capacity and cost requirements. Miller manufactures the
bodies of wreckers, trailer bodies and car carriers for
installation on truck chassis manufactured by third parties.
The wreckers range in capacity from 8-75 tons, and are used
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: to remove abandoned, illegally parked or disabled vehicles,
Century as well as for commercial towing. Other uses of wreckers
Challenger
include removing vehicles from accident scenes and to
Eagle
Vulcan
recover overturned tractor trailers, busses, motor homes and
Chevron other large vehicles. Miller’s trailer bodies are used primarily
Holmes by auto dealers, leasing companies and similar businesses
Titan and can easily haul up to six or seven vehicles; specialized
Boniface units are also designed, engineered and manufactured for
military applications. The car carriers are primarily used for
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be long-distance hauling of autos and industrial equipment. The
intentionally listed here more than once. company markets towing and recovery equipment under
William G. Miller, Co-CEO several brand names: Century, Challenger, Eagle,
Jeffrey I. Badgley, Pres. Champion, Vulcan, Chevron, Holmes, Titan, Boniface and
J. Vincent Mish, CFO/Exec. VP Jige. Miller’s products are sold primarily through
Randy Olson, VP-Mktg. independent distributors that serve all 50 states, Canada and
Will Miller, Mgr.-Light Duty Mfg. Mexico, as well as other foreign markets including Europe,
Frank Madonia, General Counsel/Exec. VP/Sec. the Pacific Rim and the Middle East. The firm’s domestic
J. Vincent Mish, Treas. manufacturing operations are located in Tennessee and
Jeffrey I. Badgley, Co-CEO
William G. Miller, Chmn.
Pennsylvania; and its foreign manufacturing operations are
located in France and the U.K. Miller launched many new
Phone: 423-238-4171 Fax: 423-238-5371 products in 2007, including vehicles, such as the SP 12,000
Toll-Free: 800-292-0330 Sidepuller, the Century 1075S and Challenger 9975 75 Ton
Address: 8503 Hilltop Dr., Ooltewah, TN 37363 US Rotator, and accessories, including the 20,000 rotor winch,
rear leg jack, flipper feet, 25,000 pound tire lift and snatch
block rack for some of its Century, Challenger and Vulcan
models.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: MLR
2007 Sales: $400,032 2007 Profits: $16,331 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $409,421 2006 Profits: $45,343 Employees: 900
2005 Sales: $351,884 2005 Profits: $18,586 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $236,308 2004 Profits: $5,475 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $312,033 Bonus: $291,203
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $258,753 Bonus: $180,007
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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MITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA INC www.mitfuso.com


Industry Group Code: 336120 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 14 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Commercial Truck Manufacturing
Accessories Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc. is the U.S. operating
arm of Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation, a part of
Daimler’s Commercial Vehicle Division. The company
manufactures and markets a line of medium- and heavy-duty
cabover trucks to the U.S. and Canada. Other products
include accessories such as auxiliary fuel tanks, block
heaters, chrome bumpers, power take off units and stereos.
The firm’s trucks are used for a variety of vocational needs,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: from dry freight, refrigerated delivery, landscaping and
FK delicate cargo transport to auto recovery, heavy-duty
FM
hauling, municipal roadwork and snow plowing. Mitsubishi
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation
FE
Fuso markets through more than 190 dealer locations
FG throughout the United States and Canada and has more than
Canter Eco Hybrid 80,000 vehicles in use in the U.S. and Canada. The
company’s 2008 truck models include the FE, which is
available in three gross vehicle weigh ratings that include
FE-125 (12,500 pounds), FE-145 (14,500 pounds) and FE-
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be 180 (17,995 pounds); the FE Crew Cab, which has a crew
intentionally listed here more than once. cab that can hold up to seven people; the FK200 (19,850
Robert E. McDowell, CEO pounds); the FK260 (25,995); and the FM330 (32,900). The
Matthew Stevenson, COO FK and FM series trucks utilize a Fuso 6M60 7.5L (460 cu in)
Robert E. McDowell, Pres. in-line SOHC six-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine. The
John R. Schaaf, Sr. VP-Oper. firm is developing a medium-duty truck that runs on clean-
Joe Devlin, Dir.-Corp. Comm. burning diesel, which achieves up to 30% better fuel
Phone: 856-467-4500 Fax: 856-467-2781 economy than existing models. The new model is called the
Toll-Free: Canter Eco Hybrid and combines an internal combustion
Address: 2015 Center Square Rd., Logan Township, NJ 08085 engine with an electric motor/generator. In 2008, the
US company opened a new marketing and distribution
headquarters in Redford, Michigan.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $250,000 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 100
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: DAIMLER AG
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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MITSUBISHI MOTORS CORP www.mitsubishi-motors.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 17 Profits: 21
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Y Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobiles, Manufacturing
Automobile Parts Mitsubishi Motors Corporation is a global manufacturer and
Racing distributor of automobiles, trucks, buses, parts and power
trains. The company has 50 consolidated subsidiaries and
its products are sold in more than 160 countries. Mitsubishi
Motors has seven car manufacturing facilities in five
countries; seven engine, transmission and parts
manufacturing facilities in four countries; and five research
and development centers, which are in four countries.
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) oversees all
Lithium Energy Japan of the company’s North American operations, including
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
sales, manufacturing, finance and research and
Mitsubishi Motors Credit of America, Inc.
MMSK Corporation
development. It manufactures and markets coupes,
Mitsubishi Corporation (Korea) Ltd. convertibles, sedans and sport utility vehicles through a
Outlander network of almost 700 dealers in the U.S., Canada, Mexico
Eclipse and the Caribbean. The Mitsubishi brand includes the
Galant Montero, Eclipse sports coupe, the Outlander SUV, L200
Strada pickup and the Galant mid-size sedan. Mitsubishi
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Motors Credit of America, Inc. provides Mitsubishi retailers
intentionally listed here more than once. with a variety of wholesale financing and retail options to
Takashi Nishioka, CEO assist clients in purchasing or leasing Mitsubishi brand
Osamu Masuko, COO vehicles. Traditionally sales outside Japan have accounted
Osamu Masuko, Pres. for about 80% of total company sales. Recently, Mitsubishi's
Hiizu Ichikawa, CFO management has been focusing on new product
Fujio Cho, Managing Dir.-Domestic Oper. development while trimming costs, which has meant job cuts.
Heki Kasugai, Exec. VP-Corp. Planning In 2008, Mitsubishi, in collaboration with GS Yuasa, broke
Hiizu Ichikawa, Managing Dir.-Finance Group ground on a factory for joint venture Lithium Energy Japan, a
Makoto Maeda, Managing Dir.-Prod. Group
Hiroshi Harunari, Pres./CEO-Mitsubishi Motors North America
company that will produce lithium ion batteries for the electric
Osamu Masuko, Chief Bus. Ethics Officer vehicle (EV) market. In May 2008, Mitsubishi and PSA
Mitsuo Hashimoto, Corp. Gen. Mgr.-Quality Affairs Office Peugeot Citroen signed a joint venture agreement to produce
Takashi Nishioka, Chmn. vehicles in a new plant in Russia. The company recently
Kazuyuki Kikuchi, Managing Dir.-Overseas Oper. announced its entrance into the Korean market via MMSK
Phone: 81-3-6719-2111 Fax: 81-3-6719-0014 Corporation, the sole distributor of Mitsubishi cars in Korea
Toll-Free: and a joint venture between Mitsubishi, Mitsubishi
Corporation (Korea) Ltd. and Daewoo Motor Sales Corp.
Address: 33-8, Shiba 5-chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 108-8410
Japan
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $26,726,600 2008 Profits: $345,880 U.S. Stock Ticker: MMTOF.PK
2007 Sales: $21,951,200 2007 Profits: $87,140 Int’l Ticker: 7211 Int’l Exchange: Tokyo-TSE
2006 Sales: $21,200,700 2006 Profits: $-921,700 Employees: 34,911
2005 Sales: $21,226,300 2005 Profits: $-4,747,800 Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $23,849,100 2004 Profits: $-2,039,200 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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MODINE MANUFACTURING COMPANY www.modine.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 39 Profits: 32
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturer
Heat Exchangers & Systems Modine Manufacturing Company is a worldwide leader in
Oil Cores thermal management technology, serving vehicular,
Electronics Cooling industrial, commercial, fuel cell and building heating,
Heating & Air Conditioning Products ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC&R)
Radiator Cores markets. The firm develops, produces and markets thermal
Fuel Cells management products, components and systems such as
radiators, charge air coolers and oil coolers. Its primary
customers are original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: various industries including the automobile, truck, bus and
specialty vehicle markets as well as construction contractors
and wholesalers of plumbing and heating equipment. The
company is organized into six segments: original equipment-
North America, original equipment-Asia, original equipment-
Europe, South America, commercial products and fuel cell.
The three original equipment units sell radiators, charge-air-
coolers, EGR coolers, fan shrouds, engine oil coolers, fuel
coolers, intake air coolers and HVAC system modules such
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be as condensers, evaporators and heater cores. The South
intentionally listed here more than once. America segment sells products for construction and
Thomas A. Burke, CEO agricultural applications; automotive OEM and industrial
Thomas A. Burke, Pres. applications; aftermarket radiators, charge-air-coolers, oil
Bradley C. Richardson, CFO coolers, auxiliary coolers and engine cooling modules; and
Gregory T. Troy, Chief Human Resources Officer/VP HVAC system modules. Commercial segment products
Anthony C. De Vuono, CTO/VP include unit heaters, duct furnaces, infrared units, hydronic
Dean R. Zakos, General Counsel/VP/Corp. Sec. products, roof mounted fired makeup air units, unit
Bradley C. Richardson, Exec. VP-Corp. Strategy ventilators, close control units for precise temperature and
Michael B. Lucareli, VP-Finance/Corp. Treas.
Thomas C. Cromwell, VP-Commercial Prod. Group
humidity control applications, chiller units, ceiling cassettes,
Gary A. Fahl, VP-Environmental, Safety & Security condensing units and coils for heating, refrigeration, air
Margaret C. Kelsey, VP-Bus. Dev. & Corp. Strategy conditioning and vehicular applications. Lastly, the fuel cell
Robert R. Kampstra, Corp. Controller/VP segment sells product that are used in both the solid oxide
Gary L. Neale, Chmn. fuel cell and polymer electrolyte membrane technologies. In
Klaus A. Feldmann, Regional VP-Europe May 2008, the firm sold its electronics cooling business for
Phone: 262-636-1200 Fax: 262-636-1424 $13.2 million.
Toll-Free: Modine offers employees medical benefits, educational
Address: 1500 DeKoven Ave., Racine, WI 53403-2552 US assistance, retirement plans, life insurance and flexible
spending accounts.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $1,849,373 2008 Profits: $-65,596 U.S. Stock Ticker: MOD
2007 Sales: $1,722,281 2007 Profits: $42,332 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $1,595,622 2006 Profits: $7,641 Employees: 8,100
2005 Sales: $1,342,416 2005 Profits: $61,662 Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $980,675 2004 Profits: $40,437 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $702,000 Bonus: $384,126
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $448,360 Bonus: $144,050
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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MONACO COACH CORP www.monaco-online.com


Industry Group Code: 336120 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 8 Profits: 7
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Y Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
RV Manufacturing
Motor Coach Resorts Monaco Coach Corp. is a leading manufacturer of premium
recreational vehicles, including Class A, B and C motor
coaches, as well as towable recreational vehicles (RVs),
marketed under brand names including Monaco, Holiday
Rambler, Beaver, Safari and R-Vision. Monaco’s Motorized
Recreational Vehicle’s accounted for 77.6% of the
company’s sales; while the Towable Recreational Vehicle
segment accounted for 22.4%. The firm sells products
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: ranging in price from $11,000 to $700,000. These products
Monaco are sold through an extensive network of 700 dealerships
Holiday Rambler
located throughout the U.S. and Canada. Currently Monaco
Beaver
Safari
manufactures 38 motor coach models, 13 fifth wheel models
R-Vision and 10 travel trailer models. The RVs are designed with five
International Truck and Engine Corporation general areas: living room, kitchen, dining room, bathroom
Custom Chassis Products LLC and bedroom. Each model is available in a variety of interior
layouts. The RVs also come fully equipped with a range of
appliances, audio and visual electronics, communication
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be devices and other amenities, such as couches, tables and
intentionally listed here more than once. storage spaces. The company also owns and manages
Kay L. Toolson, CEO motorhome resorts. These are located in Indio, California
John W. Nepute, Pres. and Las Vegas, Nevada and provide high-end luxury
P. Martin Daley, CFO/VP destination locations for owners of Class A motorhomes.
Michael P. Snell, VP-Sales & Mktg. The resorts include amenities such as golf courses,
Richard Kangail, VP-Human Resources swimming pools, tennis courts and full RV hookups for
Pat Carroll, VP-Product Dev. utilities. The company sold 745 of the 807 available lots as
Richard E. Bond, Chief Admin. Officer/Sr. VP of December 2007. In March 2007, Monaco announced the
Garth Herring, VP-Service Oper.
Charlie Kimball, Chief Acct. Officer/Corp. Controller
completion of a joint venture with International Truck and
Irvin M. Yoder, VP-Indiana Mfg. Engine Corporation, Custom Chassis Products LLC, to
April Lynch-Klein, VP-Customer Support Svcs. manufacture rear engine diesel chassis. In July 2008, the
Craig Swisher, VP-Towable Oper. company announced plans to shut down and relocate
Martin W. Garriott, VP/Dir.-Oregon Mfg. several facilities to streamline operations. Approximately
Kay L. Toolson, Chmn. 1,400 hourly and salaried employees will be impacted by the
John B. Healey, Jr., VP-Corp. Purchasing shutdown, representing 33% of Monaco’s total workforce.
Phone: 541-686-8011 Fax: 541-681-8899
Toll-Free: 800-634-0855
Address: 91320 Coburg Industrial Way, Coburg, OR 97408 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: MNC
2007 Sales: $1,272,130 2007 Profits: $12,013 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $1,297,986 2006 Profits: $1,004 Employees: 5,348
2005 Sales: $1,236,238 2005 Profits: $2,648 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $1,397,243 2004 Profits: $36,705 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Y Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $936,000 Bonus: $864,411
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $504,760 Bonus: $372,336
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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MONRO MUFFLER BRAKE INC www.monro.com


Industry Group Code: 811100 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Y Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Y Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Repair & Maintenance
Under-Car Repair Services Monro Muffler Brake, Inc., based in Rochester, New York,
Inspection Services oversees a chain of 720 company-operated stores and 14
Tires dealer-operated stores providing automotive under-car repair
services in the U.S. These stores are located in Connecticut,
Delaware, Indiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, New
Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio,
Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Vermont,
Virginia, Maine and West Virginia. The stores operate under
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: the names Monro Muffler Brake and Service, Tread Quarters
Monro Muffler Brake & Service Discount Tire and Mr. Tire. Monro provides a broad range of
Mr. Tire
services on passenger cars, light trucks and vans, including
Tread Quarters Discount Tire
Monro Service Corporation
mufflers and exhaust systems, brakes, steering, drive train,
suspension and wheel alignment. Other products and
services include tires, scheduled maintenance and state
inspections. The company specializes in the repair and
replacement of parts that must be periodically replaced due
to normal wear and tear. Typically, the firm does not perform
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be under-the-hood repair, except for oil change services,
intentionally listed here more than once. heating and cooling system flush and fill services and some
Robert G. Gross, CEO minor tune-ups. Monro operates one subsidiary, Monro
John W. Van Heel, Pres. Service Corporation, which provides purchasing, distribution,
Catherine D’Amico, CFO merchandising, advertising, accounting and other store
John W. Van Heel, Sec. support functions. In 2008, the firm serviced 3.4 million
Catherine D’Amico, Exec. VP-Finance/Treas. vehicles with sales as follows: 23% brakes, 8% exhaust,
Joseph Tomarchio, Jr., Exec. VP-Store Oper. 14% steering, 24% tires and 31% maintenance.
Christopher R. Hoornbeck, Div. VP-Western Oper.
Craig L. Hoyle, Div. VP-Southern Oper. Monro provides employees with benefits including medical
Robert G. Gross, Chmn. and dental coverage; disability and life insurance; tool
insurance; employee parts and labor discounts; an employee
Phone: 585-647-6400 Fax: 585-647-0945
assistance program; and recreational discounts.
Toll-Free:
Address: 200 Holleder Pkwy., Rochester, NY 14615 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: MNRO
2007 Sales: $417,226 2007 Profits: $21,921 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $368,727 2006 Profits: $22,666 Employees: 4,066
2005 Sales: $337,409 2005 Profits: $19,669 Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $279,457 2004 Profits: $17,005 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $769,125 Bonus: $150,000
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Y Second Exec. Salary: $360,000 Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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MONTUPET SA www.montupet.fr
Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 55 Profits: 55
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturing
Cast Aluminum Parts Montupet SA, established in 1894, is a major manufacturer
of molded car parts in aluminum alloys. The company
makes three product ranges in cast aluminum: finished motor
parts, including cylinder heads, cylinder blocks and intake
manifolds; machined and painted wheels and rims; and
finished structure parts, suspension and braking parts. The
firm also manufactures part of the tooling necessary to its
production. Montupet’s products are made either through
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: gravity casting, which relies on the weight of the liquid metal
Montupet Limited to fill a die; or through low pressure casting, which forces
Montupet UK Ltd.
liquid metal into a die via a tube to more accurately control
Calcast, Ltd.
Montiac SA de CV
how the die fills. The firm has ten subsidiaries for
Chateauroux commercial representation, manufacturing and distribution in
Nogent-Laigneville multiple countries in Europe and North America, including
Alumalsa production plants such as Montupet Limitee in Canada,
which mainly manufactures cylinder heads; Montupet UK
Ltd. and Calcast Ltd. in North Ireland, which mainly
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be manufacture aluminum wheels and cylinder heads; Montiac
intentionally listed here more than once. SA de CV in Mexico, which manufactures cylinder heads;
Stephane Magnan, Pres. Chateauroux and Nogent-Laigneville in France, which mainly
Margaret Richards, Mgr.-Prod. manufacture cylinder heads and structural components; and
Albert Kirkwood, Mgr.-Quality Alumalsa in Spain, which mainly manufactures manifolds; as
Didier Crozet, Exec. Dir. well as sales offices in the U.S., U.K., Norway, Germany,
Marc Majus, Exec. Dir. Italy, Spain and France. Montupet designs and
Phone: 33-1-47-56-47-56 Fax: 33-1-47-39-77-93 manufactures parts mainly for Renault-Nissan, Ford-Jaguar,
Toll-Free: and the PCA group, which together represent approximately
Address: 202 Quai de Clichy, Clichy, BP77-92112 France 69% of its business, while Audi, Continental Teves, Bosch,
Volvo, Fiat, General Motors, SAAB, Crysler and John Deere
provide most of the remaining 31% of its business. In 2008,
the firm launched a new subsidiary in China, which will
operates a production plant located at Changzhou. In May
2008, the company signed an agreement to establish a
production plant in Macedonia.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $721,700 2007 Profits: $-11,800 Int’l Ticker: MON Int’l Exchange: Paris-Euronext
2006 Sales: $672,900 2006 Profits: $2,900 Employees: 3,941
2005 Sales: $605,300 2005 Profits: $11,500 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $577,000 2004 Profits: $23,600 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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MORGAN MOTOR COMPANY (THE) www.morgan-motor.co.uk


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Design & Manufacture
Insurance Morgan Motor Company, a family-owned company since its
Merchandise inception in 1909, specializes in designing and building high-
quality retro-stylized vehicles. The Morgan factory in
Malvern, England builds approximately 500 sports cars per
year, at a rate of around 23 days per car. Morgan’s standard
models include the +4 two-seater, which costs approximately
$59,700; the 4/4, at around $50,300; the Roadster, at
$73,500; and the four-seat Roadster, at $80,000. The Aero
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: 8 race car models cost approximately $155,000. The
+4 company has created an insurance policy exclusively
4/4
designed by Morgan for Morgan drivers, while Morgan car
Roadster
Aero 8
clubs have proliferated around the world for those interested
AeroMax in maintaining and upgrading their cars. The company’s
LifeCar Internet site offers a wide range of Morgan merchandise
such as clothing, books and videos, posters, gifts and racing
event bookings. Morgan cars can also be rented from the
factory for special events for approximately $200 a day, $332
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be for overnight, $755 for a weekend and $1,360 for seven
intentionally listed here more than once. days. Cars are sold in the U.S., U.K., Australia, New
Charles Peter Henry Morgan, Managing Dir. Zealand, South Africa, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, France,
Tim Whitworth, Dir.-Finance Germany, Italy, Japan and many other countries. In March
Steve Morris, Dir.-Prod. 2008, the firm launched the limited edition AeroMax, with
Phone: 44-1684-573104 Fax: 44-1684-892295 only 100 cars manufactured. In March 2008, Morgan
Toll-Free: announced its LifeCar concept vehicle featuring a fuel cell
hybrid power train and a more modern design than many of
Address: Pickerleigh Road, Malvern Link, Worcestershire WR14
the firm’s cars.
2LL UK
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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MORSE OPERATIONS INC www.edmorse.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Y Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Y Commercial Vehicles: Y Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Fleet Sales Morse Operations, Inc., headquartered in Fort Lauderdale,
Maintenance Services Florida, sells vehicles through its 17 in-state dealerships and
one dealership in Mobile, Alabama. The company has a
total of 21 separate franchises, each of which offers 12
different brands of cars, including Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet,
Ford, Honda, Saturn and Toyota. Its three Saturn locations
are called Saturn of Brandon, Saturn of Lakeland and Saturn
of Tampa. Morse Operations is also involved in commercial
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: sales vans and trucks, as well as pre-owned vehicles. Ed
Morse Fleet Sales caters to business interested in renting
vehicles for a variety of purposes. The fleet division offers
brands such as Buick, Honda, Cadillac, Jeep, Chevrolet,
Mazda and Toyota delivered anywhere in the U.S. Morse
Operations offers financing for its vehicles as well as service
and parts, which are available at all dealerships. In addition,
all of the company’s body shops are equipped to serve
automotive paint and body needs. The firm’s web site allows
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be customers to search new inventory, research new and used
intentionally listed here more than once. vehicles, schedule service maintenance and order parts.
Ted Morse, CEO The automotive group has been in existence for over 50
Richard Beaver, COO/Exec. VP years and continues to be family owned.
Ted Morse, Pres. Morse Operations offers employees health, dental, vision,
Betty Anne Beaver, VP-Risk Mgmt. paid vacation, 401(k) savings plans and many more benefits.
Ed Morse, Chmn.
Phone: 954-351-0055 Fax: 954-771-7214
Toll-Free:
Address: 6363 NW 6th Way, Ste. 400, Fort Lauderdale, FL
33309 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES INTERNATIONAL www.mcicoach.com


Industry Group Code: 336120 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 10 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Y Publishing:
Buses: Y Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty: Y
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Motor Coach Manufacturing
Luxury Buses Motor Coach Industries (MCI) designs, builds, sells, services
Customization and finances motor coaches up to 45 feet in length. The firm
Parts & Service is headquartered in Schaumburg, Illinois, with sales and
Refurbishing service centers located across the U.S. as well as in Canada
Apparel & Accessories and Mexico. The company operates seven sales centers
Financing and nine MCI fleet Support service centers. MCI creates
vehicles as intercity coaches and for long-distance travel,
offers motor coach conversion, coach-related parts and
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: services for the North American market. Customers include
JLL Partners local transit authorities, prison authorities and other
Prevost
organizations. The firm has opened a certified pre-owned
Van Hool
MCI J4500
program, assuring customers of better access to select late-
MCI E4500 model MCI coaches. The firm also assists in the
MCI D4505 customization of vehicles, such as that of NFL broadcaster
MCI D4005 John Madden’s fully equipped luxury coach. The company
constructs luxury buses under the following model names:
MCI E4500, J4500, D4505 and D4005. Pre-owned buses
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be are sold under the MCI, Prevost and Van Hool brands.
intentionally listed here more than once. Luxury MCI buses can feature hot showers, and commuter
Tom Sorrells, III, COO coaches often feature vacuum flush toilets and six-monitor
Tom Sorrells, III, Pres. video systems. The MCI unit also manufactures prison
Larry Killingsworth, VP-Sales buses and offers motor coach service, financing and
Patricia Plodzeen, Public Rel. refurbishing. JLL Partners, an investment firm, owns a
Michael Denny, VP/Gen. Mgr.-Financial Svcs. controlling share of the firm. In 2007, MCI began offering
Patricia Ziska, VP/Chief Customer Officer Diesel Particulate Filters, which reduce muffler components
Bob Graf, Customer Solutions Mgr. and helps to reduce particulate matter or black smoke, by up
Michael Melaniphy, VP-Public Sector
to 90%. This is in response to the new EPA clean diesel
Phone: 847-285-2000 Fax: 847-285-2013 standards. MCI also offers diesel-hybrid models, as part of
Toll-Free: 866-624-2622 its effort to supply eco-conscious customers. In September
Address: 1700 E. Golf Rd., Schaumburg, IL 60173 US 2008, the company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
MCI employee benefits include medical, dental, vision
insurances; a 401(k) with company match; educational
reimbursement; paid vacation/holidays; and employee
recognition programs.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $692,400 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 4,200
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

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MOTORCAR PARTS OF AMERICA INC www.motorcarparts.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 79 Profits: 49
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Replacement Alternators & Starters
Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. (MPA) remanufactures and
distributes replacement alternators and starters for import
and domestic cars and light trucks, including leading brands
from companies such as General Motors, Ford, Daimler,
Chrysler, Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Mitsubishi, Hyundai and
Volkswagen. MPA’s product line features approximately 940
starter models and 1,560 alternator models, as well as
starter ignition wire sets. The firm’s products are sold
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: throughout the U.S. to more than 5,500 automotive parts
Quality Built to Last stores, including some of the largest chains of retail
Automotive Importing Manufacturing, Inc.
automotive stores such as AutoZone, CSK Automotive and
O’Reilly Automotive. MPA also gears its marketing and
sales efforts toward traditional warehouse distributors and
supplies remanufactured alternators and starters to General
Motors. Approximately 96% of the firm’s products are sold
for resale under customer private labels, with the remaining
4% sold under its own brand name, Quality Built to Last.
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be The company has remanufacturing, warehousing and
intentionally listed here more than once. shipping operations in California, Singapore and Malaysia,
Selwyn Joffe, CEO as well as a sales office in Charlotte, North Carolina. In May
Steven Kratz, COO 2008, MPA acquired the operating assets of Automotive
Selwyn Joffe, Pres. Importing Manufacturing, Inc., a privately-held company
David Lee, CFO based in Rancho Cordova, California.
Tom Stricker, VP-Sales
Michael Umansky, General Counsel/VP/Corp. Sec.
Kevin Daly, Chief Acct. Officer
Meryvn McCulloch, VP-Acquisitions
Larry Fedoruk, VP-Heavy Duty Div.
Selwyn Joffe, Chmn.
Phone: 310-212-7910 Fax: 310-212-6315
Toll-Free: 800-890-9988
Address: 2929 California St., Torrance, CA 90503 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $133,337 2008 Profits: $4,607 U.S. Stock Ticker: MPAA
2007 Sales: $136,323 2007 Profits: $-2,475 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $108,397 2006 Profits: $6,298 Employees: 311
2005 Sales: $95,785 2005 Profits: $6,288 Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $80,548 2004 Profits: $5,811 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $542,000 Bonus: $600,000
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $400,000 Bonus: $40,000
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y

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NATIONAL RV HOLDINGS INC www.nrvh.com


Industry Group Code: 336120 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Y Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
RV Manufacturing
National R.V. Holdings, Inc., through its wholly-owned
subsidiary National R.V., Inc. (NRV), is one of the nation's
leading designers, manufacturers and marketers of Class A
gas and diesel motorhomes under model names including
Dolphin, Pacifica, Sea Breeze, Surf Side, Tradewinds and
Tropi-Cal. NRV’s motorhomes are designed to offer all the
comforts of home within a 235-399 square foot area.
Accordingly, the interior of the recreational vehicle is
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: designed to maximize use of available space. The
National R.V., Inc. company’s products are designed with six general areas: the
Dolphin
driver’s compartment, living room, kitchen, dining room,
Pacifica
Sea Breeze
bathroom and bedroom. In many models, NRV offers up to
Surf Side four slide-outs, which are compartments that can be
Tradewinds expanded to create additional living space when the
Tropi-Cal motorhome is parked. For each model, NRV offers a variety
of interior layouts and designs, as well as exterior graphics
and paint schemes. Each vehicle is equipped with a wide
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be range of kitchen and bathroom appliances, audio and video
intentionally listed here more than once. electronics, communication and systems monitoring devices,
David Humphreys, Interim CEO furniture, climate control systems and storage spaces.
Len Southwick, COO Among other items, NRV fabricates, molds and finishes
Thomas J. Martini, CFO fiberglass to produce its front- and rear-end caps,
Thomas J. Martini, Treas. manufactures its own walls and roofs, assembles sub-floors
Jay Howard, Pres., Country Coach and molds plastic components. In addition to assembling its
Len Southwick, Pres., National RV vehicles and installing various options and accessories, NRV
David Humphreys, Chmn. manufactures many of its installed amenities such as
Phone: 951-436-3000 Fax: 951-943-8498 cabinetry, showers and bathtubs. Chassis, plumbing
Toll-Free: fixtures, hardware, furniture and appliances are purchased in
Address: 100 W. Sinclair St., Perris, CA 92571 US finished form from various suppliers. In February 2007, NRV
sold its subsidiary Country Coach for approximately $51.75
million to a company owned primarily by Riley Investment
Management, LLC. In October 2007, the company delisted
from NYSE. In November 2007, NRV filed for Chapter 11
and reported layoffs.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: NVH
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $397,118 2006 Profits: $-24,333 Employees: 891
2005 Sales: $463,610 2005 Profits: $-19,768 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $436,813 2004 Profits: $-9,454 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $265,000 Bonus: $40,000
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $216,923 Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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NAVISTAR INC www.internationaltrucks.com


Industry Group Code: 336120 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 15 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Y Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Commercial Truck Manufacturing
Diesel Engines Navistar, Inc., formerly International Truck and Engine
Bus Manufacturing Corporation (ITEC), is a wholly owned subsidiary of Navistar
Financial Services International. The company manufactures heavy-duty trucks
Parts that bear the International brand name. These vehicles
including city tractor, liquid and bulk dry, long-haul and
regional-haul trucks. Navistar also manufactures medium-
duty trucks and service trucks for applications including
construction and waste collection. In addition, the firm is one
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: of the industry’s largest school bus manufacturers. Formed
Navistar International Corporation in 1902, it made the world’s first factory-built school bus in
MaxxForce
1907, and today more students ride International-brand
Ford Motor Co
DuraStar Hybrid
buses than all other brands combined. The company also
manufactures commercial buses. Additionally, the firm
provides parts through nearly 1,000 dealer locations in the
U.S., Brazil, Canada, and Mexico; manufactures diesel
engines, including the V-8 engines for Ford's Power Stroke
pickup; and offers financial services, including debt financing
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be and leasing, through International Finance Group. Navistar
intentionally listed here more than once. also offers its products in 90 countries worldwide through 60
Daniel C. Ustian, CEO different dealers. In November 2007, the company became
John J. Allen, Pres. the first to begin hybrid commercial truck production with its
William A. Caton, CFO/Exec. VP DuraStar Hybrid, a diesel hybrid electric medium-duty truck.
Phone: 630-753-5000 Fax: 630-753-3982 The firm further announced incentives, including a federal tax
Toll-Free: 800-448-7825 incentive, for the hybrid truck in 2008.
Address: 4201 Winfield Rd., Warrenville, IL 60555 US Navistar, Inc. offers its employees medical, dental and vision
insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; tuition
reimbursement; flexible spending accounts; a retirement
plan; a 401(k) plan; and telecommuting.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $236,100 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 1,696
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 10/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: NAVISTAR INTERNATIONAL CORP
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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NAVISTAR INTERNATIONAL CORP www.navistar.com


Industry Group Code: 336120 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 4 Profits: 10
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Y Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Y Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Y Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Truck Manufacturing
Diesel Engines Navistar International Corporation is a holding company with
Financial Services two primary subsidiaries, Navistar, Inc. (formerly known as
Bus Manufacturing International Truck and Engine Corporation) and Navistar
Low-Emission Vehicles Financial Corp., which conduct operations in automotive
Diesel-Electric Hybrid Vehicles manufacturing and financing. Navistar operates in four
divisions: truck, engine, parts and financial. The firm’s truck
division manufactures and markets heavy-duty trucks for use
in freight haulage, as well as severe service products used
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: by the construction and waste management industries. It
Navistar Financial Corp. also offers the XT family of consumer pickup trucks based on
Navistar, Inc.
its industrial truck technologies. Through both independent
IC Corporation
International Aware Vehicle Intelligence
operations and a joint venture with Ford Motor Company,
International Engineering Solutions, LLC International also builds medium-duty diesel trucks. The
Green Diesel Technology engine division primarily manufactures diesel engines for use
International Military and Government LLC in light- and medium-duty commercial trucks and buses. The
Mahindra International LLC company also boasts of its Green Diesel Technology, which
allows trucks and buses to operate with near-zero emissions.
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be The parts division produces and distributes new and
intentionally listed here more than once. refurbished truck and diesel engine service parts. The
Daniel C. Ustian, CEO finance division provides financing for its customers and
Daniel C. Ustian, Pres. distributors principally through Navistar Financial
Terry M. Endsley, CFO/Exec. VP Corporation. The company's products, parts and services
James L. Hebe, Sr. VP-North American Sales Oper. are sold through a network of nearly 1,000 dealer outlets in
Gregory W. Elliott, VP-Human Resources the U.S., Canada, Brazil and Mexico, as well as more than
Gregory W. Elliott, VP-Admin. 60 dealers in 90 other countries. Other subsidiaries include
Steven K. Covey, General Counsel/Sr. VP Workhorse Custom Chassis LLC; International Military and
Jon F. Harmon, VP-Corp. Comm.
Heather Kos, VP-Investor Rel.
Government LLC (IMG); International Engineering Solutions
John Waldron, VP/Principal Acct. Officer LLC; and Mahindra International LLC. The firm has almost
Daniel C. Ustian, Chmn. 50% of the North American diesel pick-up engine market. In
August 2008, Navistar, Inc. and American LaFrance, LLC
Phone: 630-753-2143 Fax: 630-753-2303
created a joint venture to develop, manufacture and support
Toll-Free: 800-448-7825 low cab-over engine trucks.
Address: 4201 Winfield Rd., Warrenville, IL 60555 US
The company offers its employees medical, dental and vision
insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; tuition
reimbursement; flexible spending accounts; a retirement
plan; a 401(k) plan; and telecommuting.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $14,724,000 2008 Profits: $134,000 U.S. Stock Ticker: NAV
2007 Sales: $12,295,000 2007 Profits: $-120,000 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $14,200,000 2006 Profits: $301,000 Employees: 17,800
2005 Sales: $12,124,000 2005 Profits: $139,000 Fiscal Year Ends: 10/31
2004 Sales: $9,724,000 2004 Profits: $247,000 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $1,125,000 Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $628,200 Bonus: $250,000
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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NAVTEQ CORPORATION www.navteq.com


Industry Group Code: 511215 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems: Y
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Digital Map Information
Route Planning Technology Navteq Corporation is a provider of digital map information
Vehicle Navigation for automotive navigation systems, mobile navigation
Internet-Based Mapping devices and Internet mapping applications. A number of its
Location-Based Services 3,600 employees are tasked solely with maintaining and
Geographic Information Systems continuously upgrading its geographical database, through
187 offices in 39 countries, covering 15 million points of
interest on six continents. Navteq is most prominent in North
America (covering close to 100% of population and road
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: networks), Western Europe (100%) and Eastern Europe
Picture Map International (29%). Products are offered to both businesses and
Traffic.com, Inc.
individuals and consist of a broad range of navigation tools
The Map Network
Nokia Corporation
including databases of urban and rural transportation grids
that are often incorporated into GPS products by systems
manufactures (such as Harman Becker, Alpine and
Siemens) and mobile navigation device manufacturers (such
as Garmin, Dell and Thales). Other tools include route
planning that allows for driving directions and route
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be optimization via the Internet and is used by web sites
intentionally listed here more than once. including MapQuest, Microsoft/MSN, Google and Yahoo!. In
Judson Green, CEO addition, location-based services provide geographic
Judson Green, Pres. information about specific locations tailored to the proximity
Tiffany Treacy, VP-Prod. Mgmt. of a specific user. It is primarily utilized by mobile directory
Bob Richter, Public Rel. assistance services, emergency response systems and
Phone: 312-894-7000 Fax: 312-894-7050 geographic information systems, which render geographic
Toll-Free: 866-462-8837 representations of information for use by government and
Address: 425 West Randolph St., Chicago, IL 60606 US utility agencies. Recently, Navteq has expanded its market
coverage to include Singapore, Malaysia, Mexico and Puerto
Rico. In July 2008, Navteq was acquired by Nokia Corp. for
$8.1 billion.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $853,387 2007 Profits: $172,950 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $581,619 2006 Profits: $109,970 Employees: 3,349
2005 Sales: $496,512 2005 Profits: $170,830 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $392,858 2004 Profits: $54,066 Parent Company: NOKIA CORPORATION
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $630,000 Bonus: $567,000
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $364,423 Bonus: $164,250
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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NEW UNITED MOTOR MANUFACTURING INC www.nummi.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Manufacturing
New United Motor Manufacturing, Inc. (NUMMI) is the result
of a joint venture between General Motors Corp. (GM) and
Toyota Motor Corp. NUMMI currently manufactures the
Toyota Tacoma and Corolla and GM’s Pontiac Vibe. The
company’s main plant is based in Fremont, California, where
it has about 5.3 million square feet of manufacturing space
on 380 acres. The factory’s operations include plastics,
stamping, body and weld, along with paint and assembly.
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: The company began as an experiment that implemented
General Motors Corp (GM) Toyota’s lean production system in an American setting.
Toyota Motor Corporation
Lean production incorporates just-in-time production, the
Toyota Tacoma
Toyota Corolla
quality principle of jidoka (mechanical automation of the
Pontiac Vibe assembly line) and full utilization of workers’ abilities. The
company manufactures around 250,000 cars and 170,000
trucks per year. The firm models its corporate structure on
both GM and Toyota, as well as from nearby Silicon Valley.
The company offers its employees medical, dental and vision
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be insurance; a 401(k) plan; a retirement plan; a vehicle
intentionally listed here more than once. purchase plan; and tuition reimbursement.
Yuki Azuma, CEO
Yuki Azuma, Pres.
Robert McCullough, VP-Human Resources
Linda McColgan, CTO
Linda McColgan, Gen. Mgr.-Corp. Planning
Yuki Azuma, Chmn.
Linda McColgan, Gen. Mgr.-Purchasing
Phone: 510-498-5500 Fax: 510-770-4116
Toll-Free:
Address: 45500 Fremont Blvd., Fremont, CA 94538 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Joint Venture
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 5,500
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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NEWCOR INC www.newcor.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturer
Power Train Components Newcor, Inc., a 99% owned subsidiary of holding company
Agricultural Products EXX, Inc., produces precision-machined products for
Foundry Castings transmission, powertrain and engine components; and
Machined Components molded rubber and plastic seals and enclosures for
Rubber & Plastic Products applications in vehicle interiors, drivetrain and other isolation
Custom Machines & Systems environments. The company’s mechanical equipment
segment consists of five subsidiaries: Deco Engineering,
Inc., Blackhawk Engineering, Inc., Rochester Gear, Inc.
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: (RGI), Machine Tool and Gear, Inc. (MTG) and TX
EXX Inc Technology Corp (TX). Deco produces high-volume
Deco Engineering, Inc.
precision machined engine and power train components and
Blackhawk Engineering, Inc.
Rochester Gear, Inc.
assemblies, such as rocker arms and power steering pumps,
Machine Tool & Gear, Inc. primarily for the heavy-duty truck market. Blackhawk's
Newcor Bay City Division principal line of business is steel foundry castings, with
Plastronics Plus, Inc. manufacturing equipment capable of handling parts up to
Boramco, Inc. 3,000 pounds, for businesses in the agricultural and
industrial markets; approximately 75% of its business is
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be drivetrain components such as transmission housing.
intentionally listed here more than once. Rochester Gear and MTG produce high-quality shafts, axles,
David A. Segal, Co-CEO transmission parts, differential pins and gears, rear axle
James J. Connor, Pres./Co-CEO shafts and other machined components. TX engages in the
David A. Segal, Chmn. cable pressurization and monitoring systems business for
Phone: 248-409-1070 Fax: 248-409-1076 telecommunications and monitoring equipment. Newcor’s
Toll-Free: Plastics and Rubber Group consists of five subsidiaries:
Plastronics Plus, Inc., Henry Gordy International, Inc., Handi-
Address: 1771 Harmon Rd., Ste. 200, Auburn Hills, MI 48326 US
Pac, Inc., Hi-Flier, Inc. and Sellers & Josephson Inc. The
group manufactures components to address entrapment,
vibration, noise, isolation and other needs in steering
columns and control systems as well as shift and console
systems. The company has five locations in Michigan and
Iowa dedicated to precision machined products; and two
locations for rubber and plastic products. Its customers
include Chrysler LLC, John Deere and Company and
American Axle Manufacturing. In October 2007, the
company sold its plastics and rubber subsidiary Boramco,
Inc. In February 2008, the firm sold its sixth mechanical
equipment subsidiary, the Bay City Division of Newcor to a
private corporation.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 300
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: EXX INC
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $866,404 Bonus: $714,876
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $229,167 Bonus: $50,000
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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NEWMAR CORP www.newmarcorp.com


Industry Group Code: 336120 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 13 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Y Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Recreational Vehicle Manufacturing
Newmar Corp. is a recreation vehicle manufacturer
specializing in motorhomes and fifth wheels (also known as
trailers). The firm’s fifth wheel lineup includes the Cypress
Fifth Wheel, the Torrey Pine Fifth Wheel, the X-Aire Fifth
Wheel and the Kountry Aire Fifth Wheel. The company’s
motorhomes include the Bay Star, the Canyon Star, the
Dutch Star and the Ventana while the luxury motorhomes
include the Mountain Aire, the King Aire and the Essex. Both
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: motorhomes and trailers come equipped with wood
Cypress cabinetry, furniture, a television, an oven, a bathroom with
Torrey Pine
plumbing, a sound system, air conditioning and many other
Kountry Aire
X-Aire
features. Newmar also offers full-paint exterior graphics on
Bay Star its vehicles. These graphics are applied in its 18,900-
Canyon Star square-foot paint facility. The firm owns a company country
Dutch Star club that goes by the name Kountry Klub for RV owners. All
Mountain Aire purchase come with a Newmar Express Limited Warranty,
which insures the vehicle for the first year after purchase.
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be
intentionally listed here more than once.
Richard Parks, CEO
John Sammut, VP-Mktg. & Sales
Richard Parks, Chmn.
Phone: 574-773-7791 Fax: 574-773-2895
Toll-Free:
Address: 355 N. Delaware St., Nappanee, IN 46550-0030 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $400,000 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 1,000
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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NIHON PLAST CO LTD www.n-plast.co.jp


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 48 Profits: 38
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Airbags
Plastic Parts Nihon Plast Co., Ltd. makes airbag, plastic molding and
Instrument Panel Parts occupant protection components primarily for passenger
Interior and Exterior Trim Parts cars. The company’s lines of business include manufacture
Ventilation Parts and processing, repair sales of synthetic resins, die cast
metal molds and automotive parts; manufacture and sales of
packing for machines and chemical products; design,
manufacture and sales of electrical components for the
amusement industry; and other incidentals related to the
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: aforementioned lines of business. Nihon Plast’s products
Nihon Kaken Co., Ltd. include safety parts, such as steering wheels and SRS
Nihon Plast (Zhongshan) Co., Ltd.
airbag modules; instrumental panel parts such as glove
NP Service Co., Ltd.
Neaton Auto Products MFG, Inc.
boxes, ventilators and air conditioning ducts, console boxes,
P.T. Nihon Plast Indonesia P.T. cup holders, column covers and shift knobs; and interior and
Nihon Plast Mexicana S.A de C.V. exterior trim parts, as well as air spoilers. Nihon Plast’s
Neaton Rome Inc Technical Center utilizes a number of different molding and
manufacturing techniques, including injection molding, blow
molding, decorative processing, RIM molding, combination
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be molding, high reflective coating applicators, vibration molding
intentionally listed here more than once. and product assembly. The company also has facilities to
Makato Hirose, Pres. test equipment, such as crash simulation, airbag deployment
Nobuhiro Abe, Managing Dir. and burst and durability tests. In addition, the facility’s large
Masayuki Furugori, Managing Dir. infrared cycle chamber allows for testing products under
Haruo Furukori, Managing Dir. severe conditions, including both extremely cold and hot and
Kazutoshi Sugimoto, Managing Dir. humid climates. The facility also has vibration test
Phone: 0545-52-0481 Fax: 0545-53-5687 equipment for high-speed driving and rough road testing
Toll-Free: conditions. The firm has manufacturing plants in Fuji, Assai
Address: 218 Aoshima Cho, Fuji Shi, Shizuoka, 417-0047 Japan and Kyushu. Nihon Plast’s subsidiaries include Nihon Kaken
Co., Ltd.; NP Service Co., Ltd.; Neaton Auto Products MFG,
Inc.; P.T. Nihon Plast Indonesia P.T.; Nihon Plast Mexicana
S.A de C.V; Neaton Rome, Inc.; Nihon Plast (Zhongshan)
Co., Ltd.; and Nihon Plast Thailand Co., Ltd. The company
is also affiliated with NP Kasei Co., Ltd., Tousen Plant Co.,
Ltd., and Nihon Plast Distribution Co., Ltd. Primary clients
include Nissan, Honda, Calsonic Kansei, Suzuki Motor Corp.
and Honda Access.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $923,800 2007 Profits: $20,400 Int’l Ticker: 7291 Int’l Exchange: Tokyo-TSE
2006 Sales: $880,200 2006 Profits: $26,100 Employees: 2,806
2005 Sales: $772,600 2005 Profits: $-8,700 Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $725,700 2004 Profits: $4,600 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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NIPPON PISTON RING CO LTD www.npr.co.jp


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 65 Profits: 46
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturing
Internal Combustion Engine Components Nippon Piston Rings (NPR) is a leading Japanese
Piston Rings, Cylinder Liners & Valve Train Parts manufacturer of production and replacement parts for
Appliance Components domestic and overseas automobile, marine and land
Industrial Machinery Components engines, specializing in internal combustion engine
components. These components include piston rings,
cylinder liners and seal rings; valve train parts, such as
composite camshafts, valve seat inserts, valve guides and
valve rocker arms; engine parts; synchronizer rings; and
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: casting, sintering and plastic working parts. Most of the
Metal Injection Molding (MIM) company’s business relates to domestic operations,
NPR of America, Inc.
supplying both original equipment components to Japanese
NPR Manufacturing Kentucky, LLC
NPR Manufacturing Michigan, LLC
auto makers and aftermarket parts to distributors, with
GKN Sinter Metals, Ltd. overseas operations serving markets in America, Germany
and the rest of Asia. Roughly half of the company’s total
sales, 46.1% in 2007, relate to piston rings, with valve train
parts making up another 26%, cylinders accounting for
15.5% and other products constituting the remaining 12.4%
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be of sales. The company is also pursuing the development of
intentionally listed here more than once. products other than engine components, including
Hiroshi Yoshinaga, Pres. compressor parts for household electronic appliances and
Hidebumi Mori, Exec. VP-Mktg. & Sales parts for industrial machinery. NPR utilizes a technique
Kouji Takeuchi, Dir.-Dev. Div. called metal injection molding (MIM), which was developed
Akira Yamamoto, Gen. Mgr.-Corp. Planning Dept. from powder metallurgy technology. MIM products are
Minoru Murayama, Managing Dir.-Acct. & Finance Dept. manufactured using a multi-stage compacting press
Minoru Murayama, Managing Dir.-Corp. Mgmt. & Cost Control Dept. technique and are used as functional parts for various
Yorishige Maeda, Dir.-Prod. Eng. Div. engines and automobiles. In addition to its domestic and
Yuuji Sakamoto, Dir.-Sales & Mktg. Div.
Masaaki Otani, Dir.-Production Div.
direct overseas subsidiaries, NPR holds technical
Hidebumi Mori, Exec. VP-Int'l Bus. & Overseas Oper. Div. collaboration partnerships with foreign companies, such as
Shigekazu Sato, Sr. Managing Dir.-Purchasing Dept. GKN Sinter Metals, Ltd., in India. NPR’s U.S. distribution
and sales are managed by NPR of America, Inc., which has
Phone: 81-48-856-5022 Fax: 81-48-856-5038
offices in California and Michigan. NPR Manufacturing also
Toll-Free: has facilities in Michigan and Kentucky.
Address: 5-12-10, Honmachi-Higashi, Chuo-ku, Saitama City,
338-8503 Japan
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $482,900 2007 Profits: $4,900 Int’l Ticker: 6461 Int’l Exchange: Tokyo-TSE
2006 Sales: $447,800 2006 Profits: $6,900 Employees: 2,003
2005 Sales: $420,000 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $420,800 2004 Profits: $29,400 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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NISSAN DIESEL MOTOR CO LTD www.nissandiesel.co.jp


Industry Group Code: 336120 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 6 Profits: 5
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Y Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Truck & Bus Manufacturing
Engines & Transmissions Nissan Diesel Motor Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of AB Volvo,
Vehicle & Parts Distribution manufactures light-, medium- and heavy-duty diesel trucks
and buses, as well as bus chassis and special-purpose
vehicles. The firm’s products include diesel engines (the GEI
3 series and the MD92TB), compressed natural gas engines
(the FU6 and PU6), gas engines (the PA6 and RA10) and
transmissions (the ESCOT and MRT23). Other major
products include the Quon, Condor and Capacitor Hybrid
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: trucks, as well as the Space Wing bus. The company has
AB Volvo several facilities. The Ageo Complex produces heavy- and
Nissan Diesel America, Inc.
light-duty trucks, tractors, buses and other vehicles, as well
Nissan Diesel Package Co., Ltd.
Nissan Diesel R&D Corporation
as housing the firm’s research and development division
ESCOT (Nissan Diesel R&D Corporation) and Nissan Diesel
UD 1400 Package Co., Ltd. The Kounsou Plant manufactures cast
UD Oceania Pty Ltd. components for diesel engines, transmissions, brakes and
Condor other vehicle parts. The Hanyu Plant manufactures 5-12
speed transmissions for heavy- and medium-duty trucks,
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be including the ESCOT automatic transmission. The Motegi
intentionally listed here more than once. Proving Ground provides a comprehensive proving course,
Iwao Nakamura, Pres. as well as inspection facilities that support the ongoing
Hiroshi Masuda, Sr. Managing Dir.-Planning development of Nissan Diesel products and new
Hiroshi Masuda, Sr. Managing Dir.-Public Rel. technologies in such areas as safety, durability, economy
Yusuke Sakaue, Sr. Managing Dir.-Finance & Acct. and pollution control. The company exports its vehicles and
Takahisha Oniki, Sr. Managing Dir. parts worldwide. It exports the UD 1400 commercial truck to
Satoru Takeuchi, Sr. Managing Dir. the U.S., which Nissan Diesel America, Inc. then distributes.
Itaru Koeda, Chmn. In 2007, the company was purchased by, and became a
Hiroshi Masuda, Sr. Managing Dir.-Purchasing
wholly-owned subsidiary of, AB Volvo.
Phone: 81-48-726-7601 Fax: 81-48-781-6349
Toll-Free:
Address: 1-1 Ageo-shi, Saitama, 362-8523 Japan
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $4,243,200 2007 Profits: $182,800 Int’l Ticker: 7210 Int’l Exchange: Tokyo-TSE
2006 Sales: $4,393,700 2006 Profits: $264,700 Employees: 9,959
2005 Sales: $4,287,900 2005 Profits: $279,100 Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $4,287,800 2004 Profits: $-381,200 Parent Company: AB VOLVO
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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NISSAN MOTOR CO LTD www.nissan-global.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 8 Profits: 7
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Y Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobiles, Manufacturing
Research & Development Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. develops, manufactures, sells and
Industrial Machinery services automotive products in over 190 countries. The
Marine Equipment company’s products, which are sold both in Japan and
Logistics Services overseas, principally in North America and Europe, include
Alternative Fuels Research passenger cars, busses and trucks, along with related
components. Brands include Nissan, Infiniti and Forklift, with
model offerings such as the Nissan Sentra, Nissan Versa,
Nissan Altima, Nissan Rogue and Nissan Pathfinder. The
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Forklift brand offers material handling equipment, including
Nissan North America Inc pallet trucks, tow tractors and lifts. The company operates
Nissan Logistics Corp.
worldwide from offices in Japan, North America, Europe,
Nissan Design America
Nissan-Renault
Asia and the Middle East. The firm operates through a
Nissan Forklift Europe B.V. variety of business channels, including technical centers,
Infinity design centers and manufacturing plants in various locations
world-wide. Abroad, Nissan and Renault, a French
company, manage an alliance that allows each company to
maintain its distinct corporate culture and brand identity,
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be while enduring the challenges of market globalization and the
intentionally listed here more than once. accelerating change of technology. Nissan-Renault ranks as
Carlos Ghosn, CEO one of the world's leading automotive groups, and the two
Toshiyuki Shiga, COO companies operate a joint venture factory in the eastern
Carlos Ghosn, Pres. Indian city of Chennai. The allied firm promotes intensive
Alain Dassas, CFO/Sr. VP research and development in alternative fuel technologies.
Junichi Endo, Sr. VP-Global Mktg. & Sales Nissan has been increasing investments in its research and
Hitoshi Kawaguchi, Sr. VP-Human Resources development operations, and plans to produce additional
Mitsuhiko Yamashita, Exec. VP-R&D gasoline-electric vehicles as well as subcompact electric cars
Minoru Shinohara, Sr. VP-Tech. Dev. Div.
Toshiharu Sakai, Sr. VP-Prod. Eng. Div.
powered by firm-developed lithium-ion batteries. In late
Carlos Tavares, Exec. VP-Corp. Planning 2008, in response to decreased sales, the firm announced
Alain Dassas, Sr. VP-Investor Rel. production cuts at a number of plants. In January 2009,
Hidetoshi Imazu, Exec. VP-European Oper. Nissan announced plans to move production of its March
Kazuhiko Toida, Sr. VP-Japan Sales, Fleet Bus. Div. subcompact model from Japan to Thailand. The company
Colin Dodge, Sr. VP-China Oper. also reduced the number of new and redesigned models it
Carlos Ghosn, Chmn. plans to roll out over the next five years, from 60 to 48, along
Hiroto Saikawa, Exec. VP-American Oper. with certain other cost-reduction strategies, such as job cuts
Phone: 81-3-3543-5523 Fax: 81-3-5565-2228 at factories, reduced executive pay and the possible
Toll-Free: elimination of bonuses.
Address: 17-1 Ginza 6-chome, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, 104-8023 Japan
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $108,242,000 2008 Profits: $4,823,000 U.S. Stock Ticker: NSANY
2007 Sales: $88,717,000 2007 Profits: $3,905,000 Int’l Ticker: 7201 Int’l Exchange: Tokyo-TSE
2006 Sales: $80,583,700 2006 Profits: $4,427,800 Employees: 180,535
2005 Sales: $79,700,000 2005 Profits: $4,760,000 Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $70,087,000 2004 Profits: $4,751,600 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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NISSAN NORTH AMERICA INC www.nissanusa.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobiles, Manufacturing
Car & Truck Manufacturing Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA), a subsidiary of Nissan
Engine & Part Manufacturing Motor Co., Ltd., coordinates Nissan’s operations in the U.S.,
Car & Parts Distribution Canada and Mexico, including automotive styling, consumer
Car Design & Engineering and corporate financing and engineering. Vehicle lines
Financing & Leasing marketed by the firm include the Sentra, Maxima, Xterra,
Pathfinder, Frontier, Quest and Altima, as well as Nissan’s
luxury Infiniti vehicles, through 1,100 dealers in the
continental U.S. NNA has several manufacturing plants in
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: the U.S. and Mexico. Its Smyrna plant, located in
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. Tennessee, is one of the largest single building automotive
Nissan Technical Center North America
production plants in the U.S. It manufactures the Frontier,
Nissan Trading Corp.
Nissan Canada, Inc.
Xterra and Altima models, with an annual production
Nissan Canada Finance capacity of 500,000 vehicles. The firm’s Decherd facility
Nissan Motor Acceptance Corp. (also in Tennessee) produces transaxles for the Altima as
Nissan Mexicana, S.A. de C.V. well as the Nissan Quest and Mercury Villager minivans.
Nissan Diesel Motor Co., Ltd. Nissan Mexicana, S.A. de C.V., manufactures Nissan
vehicles (including the Sentra) for North America and has an
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be annual production capacity of more than 300,000. It also
intentionally listed here more than once. produces engines and other parts for global distribution.
Brian Carolin, Sr. VP-Sales & Mktg. Nissan Technical Center North America designs, develops
Bill Krueger, Sr. VP-Mfg. and tests new Nissan vehicles, while Nissan Design America
Dominique Thormann, Sr. VP-Admin. has created or influenced the design of many of Nissan’s
Scott Becker, VP-Legal & Gov't Affairs vehicles. Nissan Canada, Inc. markets and distributes
Alan J. Buddendeck, VP-Corp. Comm. Nissan and Infiniti vehicles to Canadian dealerships, while
Dominique Thormann, Sr. VP-Finance Nissan Canada Finance provides financial and training
Catherine Perez, VP-Purchasing services to Canada’s Infiniti and Nissan dealers. Nissan
Victor Nacif, VP-Design Bus. Aspects Nissan Design America
Bill Krueger, Sr. VP-Supply Chain/Purchasing
Motor Acceptance Corp. is the financial arm of NNA and
offers financing for the complete line of Nissan and Infiniti
Phone: 615-725-1000 Fax: 615-725-3343 vehicles sold in the U.S. Nissan Diesel of America, the
Toll-Free: American distributor of trucks by Nissan Diesel Motor Co.,
Address: 333 Comerce St., Nashville, TN 37201 US Ltd., distributes Class 4 through Class 7 commercial diesel
trucks under the UD TRUCKS brand name through 95
dealerships in the U.S. In July 2008, Nissan North America
announced it would offer buyouts to approximately 6,000
workers at its two Tennessee plants.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: NISSAN MOTOR CO LTD
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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NISSAN SHATAI CO LTD www.nissan-shatai.co.jp


Industry Group Code: 336211 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 3 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Manufacturer
Vehicle Bodies Nissan Shatai Co., Ltd., based in Japan, is one of four major
parts and vehicle manufacturers for Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.
The firm makes and assembles car bodies and parts
exclusively for Nissan. Nissan Shatai has manufacturing
divisions in passenger car bodies, commercial vehicle
bodies, automobile parts and small bus bodies. The
company manufactures three product categories: light
commercial vehicles (LCVs), multipurpose vehicles (MPVs)
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: and special equipment vehicles (SEVs). The LCV segment
Nissan Motor Co Ltd includes vans and trucks, such as the AD, AD Expert and
Urvan
Urvan; business sedans, such as the Cedric and the Crew;
Cedric
Crew
and microbuses, such as the Civilian and the Caravan
Caravan Coach Coach. The MPV product line manufactures minivans, such
Caravan Silkroad as the ElGrand, the Serena and the Caravan Silkroad;
Wingroad station wagons, including the Wingroad; and sport utility
Patrol Safari vehicles (SUVs) such as the Patrol Safari and the Infiniti FX
series. The SEV product line includes ambulances based on
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be the ElGrand frame; lifter vans based on the Caravan frame;
intentionally listed here more than once. and commercial trucks. The firm uses 3D-CAD and IBS
Shigeru Takagi, Pres. systems to design and assemble vehicle bodies.
Saburo Nakahara, Managing Dir.
Taoki Oba, Managing Dir.
Nobuo Ohkubo, Chmn.
Phone: 81-463-21-8012 Fax: 81-463-8155
Toll-Free:
Address: 10-1 Amanuma, Hiratsuka, Kanagawa, 254-8610
Japan
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $5,576,100 2007 Profits: $166,300 Int’l Ticker: 7222 Int’l Exchange: Tokyo-TSE
2006 Sales: $5,166,900 2006 Profits: $110,800 Employees: 5,834
2005 Sales: $5,826,000 2005 Profits: $151,200 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $5,498,000 2004 Profits: $143,100 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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NOBLE INTERNATIONAL LTD www.nobleintl.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 50 Profits: 52
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Body Solutions
Laser-Welded Blanks Noble International, Ltd. is a full-service provider of 21st
Tubular Products Century Auto Body Solutions primarily to the automotive
industry. Noble operates 24 production facilities worldwide,
including two joint ventures in China and one in India. It has
U.S. operations in Michigan, Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio and
New York and international operations in Canada, Mexico,
the U.K., Australia, Germany, Belgium, France, Spain and
Slovakia. The company utilizes laser-welding, roll-forming
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: and other technologies to produce flat, tubular, shaped and
21st Century Auto Body Solutions enclosed formed structures used by original equipment
Noble Advanced Technologies
manufacturers (OEMs) and their suppliers in automobile
Arcelor S.A.
body applications including doors, fenders, body side panels,
pillars, bumpers, door beams, load floors, windshield
headers, door tracks, door frames and glass channels. The
development of new automobile models or the redesign of
existing models generally begins 2 to 5 years prior to the
marketing of such models to the public. Noble’s engineering
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be staff typically work with the OEM and Tier 1 engineers of its
intentionally listed here more than once. customer early in the development phase to design specific
Thomas L. Saeli, CEO automotive body components for the new or redesigned
James C. Orchard, COO models. The company also provides other value-added
David J. Fallon, CFO services, such as prototyping, to its customers. Its
Andrew J. Tavi, VP-Admin. engineering and research staff design and integrate
Andrew J. Tavi, General Counsel/Corp. Sec. proprietary laser-welding and roll-formed systems using the
Jean-Francois Crancee, Vice Chmn. latest design techniques. These systems are for the
Frank Sovis, Pres., North America company’s exclusive use and are not marketed or sold to
Richard P. McCracken, Chmn.
Dirk Vandenberghe, Pres., Europe & Asia
third parties. Noble Advanced Technologies (NAT) is an
organization within Noble that is completely dedicated to
Phone: 248-519-0700 Fax: 248-519-0701 product and process research and development activities.
Toll-Free: NAT is currently developing several new processes to
Address: 840 W. Long Lake Rd., Ste. 601, Troy, MI 48098 US enhance market competitiveness and scope for the auto
structures, including laser-welding, roll-forming and
metallurgical transformation processes, as well as supporting
design and simulation techniques. In August 2007, the
company acquired the tailored laser-welded blank operations
of Arcelor S.A. for approximately $300 million.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: NOBL
2007 Sales: $872,096 2007 Profits: $-6,860 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $441,372 2006 Profits: $7,779 Employees: 3,000
2005 Sales: $363,820 2005 Profits: $5,093 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $332,611 2004 Profits: $15,361 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $575,000 Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $300,000 Bonus: $40,000
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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NYX INC www.nyxinc.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturer
Interior & Exterior Components NYX, Inc. provides custom-engineered parts and systems to
Under-Hood Assemblies the automotive industry. It specializes in plastics processing,
Plastics Processing engineered plastics and rubber extrusion, steel stamping and
Steel Stamping assembly. The company’s interior subsystems products
include console components, trim, instrument panel
subassemblies, grab handles, glove box doors and latches,
seating components, electrical carriers and door panels.
NYX’s under-hood solutions segment produces fluid and air
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: handling systems, including vacuum harness assemblies;
India Design Center moon-roof drain tubes; wiper/washer tubes and
subassemblies; and power train, emission and ventilation
fluid air management systems. In addition to the interior
subsystems and under-hood solutions segments, the
company offers engineering and design services through the
India Design Center, which provides around-the-clock
support and utilizes computer-aided design (CAD),
computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) and computer-aided
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be engineering (CAE) tools. The company’s production facilities
intentionally listed here more than once. are located throughout the Metro Detroit area; in Shreveport,
Chain S. Sandhu, CEO Louisiana; in Lobelville, Tennessee; and in Windsor,
Jatinder-bir Sandhu, Pres. Canada. The firm supplies original equipment
Eddie Alam, Mgr.-Oper. & Materials manufacturers, including General Motors, Chrysler, Ford,
Vijay Kanakamedala, Dir.-Quality Nissan, Honda, Lear and Siemens. NYX has been owned by
Phone: 734-462-2385 Fax: 734-464-4830 its current CEO, Chain Sandhu, since 1989.
Toll-Free:
Address: 36800 Plymouth Rd., Livonia, MI 48150 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 1,300
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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ONSTAR CORPORATION www.onstar.com


Industry Group Code: 513300D Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Y Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Vehicle Telematics
Safety Services OnStar Corporation, a subsidiary of General Motors Corp.,
Roadside Assistance provides in-vehicle safety and security services by means of
Accident Assistance its three-button system. These services include 24-hour-a-
Communications Services day access to trained service advisors, a connection to
Stolen Vehicle Recovery emergency assistance and access to OnStar Hands-Free
GPS Systems Calling. The company’s technological field is telematics,
which is the transmission of data communications betweens
systems and devices. OnStar’s in-vehicle safety, security
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: and information services use global positioning system
General Motors Corp (GM) (GPS) satellite and cellular technology to link the vehicle and
Directions & Connections Plan
driver to the OnStar Center. If an airbag deploys, or if
Safe & Sound Plan
OnStar Hands-Free Calling
service is requested, a message is sent to the OnStar Center
through a cellular antenna installed on the vehicle. The
company handles an average of 11,000 emergency calls and
27,000 roadside assistance calls per month, and its
subscriber base numbers over 3 million. Because OnStar
uses a stronger cell antenna than portable cell phones, calls
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be can be made from more remote locations. Vehicles that are
intentionally listed here more than once. equipped with an OnStar package include certain models of
Chet Huber, Pres. Chevrolet, Pontiac, Buick, Cadillac, GMC, Saturn, Hummer
Anthony DiSalle, VP-Sales, Service & Mktg. and SAAB.
Nick Pudar, VP-Planning & Bus. Dev.
Jocelyn Allen, VP-Comm.
Scott Kubicki, VP-Subscriber Svcs.
Richard M. Lee, VP-Satellite Radio Svcs.
Phone: 248-588-6050 Fax: 313-667-0822
Toll-Free: 888-466-7827
Address: 400 Renaissance Ctr., Detroit, MI 48265 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: GENERAL MOTORS CORP (GM)
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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ONYX ACCEPTANCE CORP www.onyxacceptance.com


Industry Group Code: 522220 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Financing
Online Services Onyx Acceptance Corp., a wholly-owned subsidiary of
Capital One Financial Corp., specializes in the purchase,
warehousing, securitization and servicing of motor vehicle
retail installment contracts originated by franchised and
select independent automobile dealerships. The company
focuses on acquiring such contracts in prime or near-prime
condition, which have been collateralized by late model used
and new motor vehicles. Since 1993, the firm has purchased
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: or originated in excess of $13 billion in contracts. Onyx’s 20
ePartner Network finance centers located throughout the U.S. offer premier,
Capital One Financial Corp
preferred and standard loans, depending on the customer’s
credit history. The company provides financing to
approximately 10,000 new and selected used auto
dealerships in 48 states. Of these dealerships,
approximately 86% are franchised and 14% are
independent. The ePartner Network, a division of Onyx,
provides lenders with online auto loan services. This
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be network allows customers to submit an online application
intentionally listed here more than once. and obtain pre-approved documentation to take to the
John W. Hall, CEO dealership.
Todd A. Pierson, COO/Exec. VP
John W. Hall, Pres.
Don P. Duffy, CFO/Exec. VP
Vincent M. Scardina, Treas./Exec. VP
Frank L. Marraccino, Exec. VP
Thomas Stickel, Chmn.
Phone: 949-465-3900 Fax: 949-465-3530
Toll-Free: 800-946-0332
Address: 27051 Towne Centre Dr., Foothill Ranch, CA 92610 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 917
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: CAPITAL ONE FINANCIAL CORP
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $668,733 Bonus: $167,183
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $244,253 Bonus: $88,934
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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ORBITAL CORPORATION LTD www.orbeng.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 83 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturer
Fuel Injection Engines Orbital Corporation, Ltd. is an international developer of
Combustion Engines engine technologies, providing research, design,
Control System Technologies development and calibration and testing services to
Engineering Services powertrain and engine management systems producers for
application in motorcycles, marine and recreational vehicles,
automobiles and trucks. The company uses air-assisted
gasoline direct injection, lean burn combustion and electronic
control systems, collectively known as the Orbital
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Combustion Process (OCP), designed to improve the
Orbital Combustion Process performance of internal combustion engines. The OCP
Synerject LLC
system combines fuel economy and emissions reduction by
Siemens VDO Automotive
FlexDI
containing the fuel and air mixture in a small area within the
Synerject M3 Electronic Control Unit cylinder, thus allowing an engine to run very lean. The
UCAL Fuel Systems company has also developed other technologies, such as
Toyota Racing Development catalyst systems, control systems, control hardware and
control software for vehicles with engines using OCP
technology. FlexDI, another of Orbital’s technologies, is a
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be combustion system that allows an engine to use any type of
intentionally listed here more than once. common fuel without base engine design and development.
Terry Stinson, CEO/Managing Dir. In addition, Orbital provides engineering services on a
Keith Halliwell, CFO contract or consultancy basis. The company maintains
Tony Fitzgerald, Dir.-Mktg. & Sales strategic alliances and joint ventures with Siemens-VDO,
William P. Day, Chmn. UCAL Fuel Systems and others, and it has subsidiaries in
Phone: 618-9441-2311 Fax: 618-9441-2133 Australia, the U.S. and the U.K. Synerject LLC, the joint
Toll-Free: venture between Orbital and Siemens, specializes in fully
Address: 1 Whipple St., Balcatta, Western Australia 6021 integrated fuel injection systems in the marine, motorcycle
Australia and recreation industries, covering both two stroke and four
stroke engines. It has expanded to offer small gasoline
engine applications for the lawn and garden. Synerject
recently began a new phase of growth in Asian markets. In
March 2007, the company announced that it had worked with
Toyota Racing Development (TRD) to co-develop a
supercharged engine for the TRD Aurion. In February 2008,
the company began production of the Synerject M3
Electronic Control Unit (ECU) module, designed for the
single-cylinder motorcycle and scooter market, at the
Synerject facility in Changchun, China.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: OBTLY
2007 Sales: $12,600 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: OEC Int’l Exchange: Sydney-ASX
2006 Sales: $8,700 2006 Profits: $- 700 Employees: 86
2005 Sales: $8,834 2005 Profits: $-1,688 Fiscal Year Ends: 6/30
2004 Sales: $11,600 2004 Profits: $2,300 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $277,525 Bonus: $37,500
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $225,387 Bonus: $30,500
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE INC www.oreillyauto.com


Industry Group Code: 441310 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 4 Profits: 4
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Parts, Retail
Tools O'Reilly Automotive, Inc., founded in 1957, is one of the
Auto Accessories largest specialty retailers of automotive aftermarket parts,
tools, supplies, equipment and accessories in the U.S.,
selling products to both do-it-yourself customers and
professional installers. This dual-market strategy allows the
firm to target a larger customer base, operate profitably in
large and small markets and provide superior customer
service to do-it-yourself (DIY) customers. The company
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: operates 1,830 stores in 26 states across the U.S. Stores
O'Reilly Auto Parts carry an extensive product line consisting of new and
SuperStart
remanufactured automotive hard parts such as chassis parts
BrakeBest
Ultima
and engine parts; maintenance items, such as oil, antifreeze,
Master-Pro fluids, engine additives and appearance products;
Omnispark accessories, such as floor mats and seat covers; and a
Ozark Automotive Distributors, Inc. complete line of auto body paint and related materials,
automotive tools and professional service equipment. Store
merchandise generally consists of nationally recognized,
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be well-advertised, name-brand products such as AC Delco,
intentionally listed here more than once. Moog, Wagner, Gates Rubber, Federal Mogul, Monroe,
Greg L. Henslee, CEO/Co-Pres. Prestone, Quaker State, Pennzoil, Castrol, Valvoline, STP,
Ted F. Wise, COO BWD, Cardone, Wix, Armor All and Turtle Wax. In addition
Ted F. Wise, Co-Pres. to name-brand products, stores carry a wide variety of high-
Tom McFall, CFO/Exec. VP-Finance quality private-label products under the O'Reilly Auto Parts,
Tony Bartholomew, VP-Sales SuperStart, BrakeBest, Ultima, Master-Pro and Omnispark
Phillip Thompson, VP-Human Resources name-brands. In 2007, O’Reilly derived approximately 52%
Steve Jasinski, VP-Info. Systems of sale from DIY customers and 48% from professional
Mike Williams, VP-Advanced Tech.
Mike Swearengin, Sr. VP-Merch.
installer customers. O’Reilly operates 14 distribution
Phyllis Evans, VP-Store Admin. centers, each equipped with highly automated conveyor
Tricia Headley, Corp. Sec./VP systems that expedite the movement of its products to
Jeff Shaw, Sr. VP-Store Sales & Oper. loading areas for shipment to individual stores on a nightly
Tom McFall, Exec. VP-Finance basis. In April 2008, the firm agreed to acquire CSK Auto
Doug Ruble, VP-Advertising & Mktg. Corporation for approximately $1 billion.
Alan Fears, VP-Store Acquisitions & Expansion O’Reilly offers its employees a benefits package that
Greg Johnson, Sr. VP-Dist. Oper.
Barry Sabor, VP-Loss Prevention
includes medical, dental, vision and pharmacy insurance,
David E. O'Reilly, Chmn. purchase discounts, a credit union membership and an
Randy Johnson, VP-Store Inventories employee assistance program.
Phone: 417-862-2674 Fax: 417-863-2242
Toll-Free:
Address: 233 S. Patterson Ave., Springfield, MO 65802 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: ORLY
2007 Sales: $2,522,319 2007 Profits: $193,988 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $2,283,222 2006 Profits: $178,085 Employees: 18,546
2005 Sales: $2,045,318 2005 Profits: $164,266 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $1,721,241 2004 Profits: $139,566 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Y Top Exec. Salary: $649,120 Bonus: $381,875
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Y Second Exec. Salary: $525,579 Bonus: $249,100
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 3 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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ORION BUS INDUSTRIES www.orionbus.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 36 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Y Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Bus Manufacturing
Hybrid Electric Buses Orion Bus Industries, a division of Daimler Commercial
Buses of North America, manufactures commuter buses for
cities in North America. Orion begins the production of each
of its buses in its Mississauga, Ontario factory, where the
integrated chassis and body structure of each bus is
assembled. That structure then is shipped to a plant
Oriskany, New York, where the seating, engines,
transmissions, axles, electrical, heating and air conditioning
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: systems are installed. The New York factory also completes
Daimler Commercial Buses of North America all final finishing and testing of the firm’s buses. The
HybriDrive
company produces two bus lines: the Orion V High Floor and
Daimler AG
the Orion VII Next Generation. With a seating capacity of
30-45 passengers, the Orion V High Floor is available in
three lengths and in 96- and 102-foot widths. Orion’s new
hybrid transit bus is the Orion VII Next Generation, powered
by the HybriDrive propulsion system with up to 35%
improved fuel economy, significantly reduced emissions. It is
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be the first hybrid bus available with lithium-ion battery
intentionally listed here more than once. technology. The Orion VII Next Generation comes in three
Andreas Strecker, CEO lengths, is designed with a more aesthetic exterior than the
Martin Walz, COO Orion V High Floor and is capable of seating up to 44
Andreas Strecker, Pres. passengers. Orion also offers aftermarket parts and services
Harry Rendel, CFO for all of the vehicles it sells, as well as for most other transit
Patrick Scully, Chief Commercial Officer buses on the market. Special features of Orion’s parts
Ludwig Mueller, Exec. VP-Eng. system include its Most Requested Items, an inventory of
Phone: 315-223-5100 Fax: 315-768-3513 approximately 600 parts replenished weekly; Monthly
Toll-Free: Specials, a monthly flyer featuring sale prices or new
Address: 165 Base Rd., Oriskany, NY 13424-0748 US products; customized spares lists, which Orion can tailor to a
specific fleet’s needs; Detroit Diesel Parts Distribution
Center, which ships nearly a million items per year; and
original equipment standards on part sourcing. In 2008, the
firm announced plans to release an improved driveline
configuration in 2010.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $110,600 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 800
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: DAIMLER AG
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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OSHKOSH CORPORATION www.oshkoshcorporation.com


Industry Group Code: 336120 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 5 Profits: 3
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Fire & Emergency Vehicles
Military Trucks Oshkosh Corporation is a leading designer, manufacturer
Truck Bodies and marketer of a broad range of specialty vehicles and
Specialty Trucks vehicle bodies. The company operates in four segments:
Cement Mixers Access equipment, defense, fire and emergency and
Refuse Trucks commercial. The access equipment segment manufactures
aerial work platforms and telehandlers used in a wide variety
of construction, industrial, institutional and general
maintenance applications to position workers and materials
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: at elevated heights. Access equipment customers include
Oshkosh equipment rental companies, construction contractors,
Pierce
manufacturing companies, home improvement centers and
McNeilus
Medtec
the U.S. military. The defense segment supplies severe-
Geesink duty, heavy-payload tactical trucks to the U.S. Department of
Norba Defense (DoD). The fire and emergency segment
Jerr-Dan manufactures commercial and custom firefighting vehicles
Oshkosh Truck Corporation and equipment, aircraft rescue and firefighting (ARFF)
vehicles, snow removal vehicles, ambulances, wreckers,
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be carriers and other emergency vehicles primarily sold to fire
intentionally listed here more than once. departments, airports, other governmental units and towing
Robert G. Bohn, CEO companies in the U.S. and abroad. It also sells mobile
Charles L. Szews, COO medical trailers sold to hospitals and third party medical
Charles L. Szews, Pres. service providers in the U.S. and Europe and broadcast
David M. Sagehorn, CFO/Exec. VP vehicles sold to broadcasters and TV stations in North
Ann Stawski, VP-Mktg. Comm. America and abroad. The commercial segment
Michael K. Rohrkaste, VP-Human Resources manufactures rear- and front-discharge concrete mixers,
Michael Guzowski, VP-IT refuse collection vehicles, mobile and stationary compactors
Donald H. Verhoff, Exec. VP-Tech.
Wayne P. MacDonald, Sr. VP-Eng., Access Equipment Div.
and waste transfer units, portable and stationary concrete
Peter L. Bonafede, Jr., Sr. VP-Mfg., Access Equipment Div. batch plants and vehicle components. The company’s
Matthew J. Zolnowski, Chief Admin. Officer/Exec. VP brands include Oshkosh, Pierce, McNeilus, Medtec, Jerr-
Bryan J. Blankfield, General Counsel/Exec. VP/Sec. Dan, BAI, London, Geesink, Norba, Frontline and CON-E-
Joseph (Jay) H. Kimmitt, Exec. VP-Gov't Oper. CO. In February 2008, the company changed its name from
Michael K. Rohrkaste, VP-Bus. Dev. Oshkosh Truck Corporation to Oshkosh Corporation. In
Joseph (Jay) H. Kimmitt, Exec. VP-Industry Rel. March 2008, Oshkosh opened its third office in China.
Patrick N. Davidson, VP-Investor Rel.
Thomas J. Polnaszek, Sr. VP-Finance/Controller
Kirsten Skyba, VP-Global Mktg., JLG Industries, Inc.
Wilson R. Jones, Pres., Pierce Manufacturing, Inc.
Robert G. Bohn, Chmn.
Desmond Soh, Pres., Asian Oper.
Gregory L. Fredericksen, Chief Procurement Officer/Sr. VP
Phone: 920-235-9150 Fax:
Toll-Free:
Address: 2307 Oregon St., Oshkosh, WI 54902 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $7,138,300 2008 Profits: $79,300 U.S. Stock Ticker: OSK
2007 Sales: $6,307,300 2007 Profits: $268,100 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $3,427,388 2006 Profits: $205,529 Employees: 14,000
2005 Sales: $2,959,900 2005 Profits: $160,205 Fiscal Year Ends: 9/30
2004 Sales: $2,262,305 2004 Profits: $112,806 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $1,070,000 Bonus: $1,526,034
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Y Second Exec. Salary: $518,950 Bonus: $444,117
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 4 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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OURISMAN AUTOMOTIVE ENTERPRISES www.ourisman.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Y Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Y Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Auto Service Ourisman Automotive Enterprises is a family-owned
Auto Financing automobile dealership company in the Washington D.C.
Fleet Sales area. The company operates 24 new and pre-owned
automobile franchise dealerships, at 17 locations, throughout
Maryland and Virginia. Ourisman sells vehicles from such
automakers as Hyundai, Dodge, Honda, Ford, Chevrolet,
Mazda, Volkswagen, Toyota, Mitsubishi, Suzuki, Scion,
Chrysler, Lincoln, Mercury and Jeep. In addition, Ourisman’s
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Ford dealerships sell and service a full line of commercial
Ourisman Honda trucks. Via the company’s web site, customers can link to
Ourisman Dodge
individual dealerships’ sites where they can search new and
Ourisman Chevrolet
Ourisman Toyota
pre-owned inventory, schedule service appointments and
Orusiman Lincoln Mercury Ford apply for financing. Additionally, the web site features
Ourisman Jeep Ourisman’s Used Car Center, a searchable database of all
Ourisman Volkswagen 1,500 used cars across the company’s entire dealership.
Ourisman Chantilly Scion The site also provides credit checks, payment calculations
and detailed information regarding each used vehicle. Each
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be individual dealer’s web site also features a lemon check,
intentionally listed here more than once. which allows a customer to receive a free CARFAX vehicle
John Ourisman, Pres. history report.
Mohamed Reshed, CFO
Mandell J. Ourisman, Chmn.
Phone: 301-423-4028 Fax: 301-423-5725
Toll-Free:
Address: 4400 Branch Ave., Marlow Heights, MD 20748 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 160
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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PACCAR INC www.paccar.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 19 Profits: 13
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Y Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Truck Manufacturer
Premium Truck Manufacturer PACCAR, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of premium light-,
Parts Distribution medium- and heavy-duty trucks. Subsidiaries include
Finance, Lease and Insurance Services Kenworth Truck Company, Peterbilt Motors and DAF Trucks.
The vehicles are used worldwide for over-the-road and off-
highway hauling of freight, petroleum, wood products,
construction and other materials. The Kenworth and
Peterbilt nameplates are manufactured and distributed by
separate divisions in the U.S. and foreign plants in Canada,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Mexico and Australia. Headquartered in the Netherlands,
PACCAR International DAF Trucks comprises the European component of
DAF Trucks
PACCAR, with distribution throughout Europe, Asia and
Peterbilt Motors
Kenworth Truck Company
Africa. Products and services are available worldwide
PACCAR Parts through a network of 1,800 locations in more than 100
PACCAR Financial Services countries, with customer call centers operating continuously.
PacLease Substantially all trucks and related parts are sold to
Truck Center Hauser GmbH independent dealers. The company’s financial services
segment, which operates through wholly-owned subsidiaries
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be PACCAR Financial and PacLease, maintains a presence in
intentionally listed here more than once. 14 countries and owns a fleet of more than 150,000 vehicles.
Mark C. Pigott, CEO The company’s share of the U.S. and Canadian Class 8
Thomas E. Plimpton, Pres. truck market was 26.4% in 2007. Commercial trucks and
Janice Skredsvig, CIO/VP related replacement parts comprise the largest segment of
David C. Anderson, General Counsel/VP the company’s business, accounting for 91% of 2007 net
Michael T. Barkley, Controller/VP sales. The firm opened an office in Shanghai early in 2007
M. A. Tembreull, Vice Chmn. to serve as a complimentary facility to an office already
James. G. Cardillio, Exec. VP existing in Beijing in an effort to bolster its overseas
Kenneth R. Gangl, Sr. VP
Daniel D.Sobic, Sr. VP
presence. In June 2007, PACCAR Financial acquired
Mark C. Pigott, Chmn. German truck rental and leasing company Truck Center
Hauser GmbH. In August 2007, the firm announced an
Phone: 425-468-7400 Fax: 425-468-8216 agreement with Eaton Corp., an industrial energy
Toll-Free: manufacturer, to jointly develop hybrid technology for heavy-
Address: 777 106th Ave. NE, Bellevue, WA 98004 US duty commercial vehicles in North America. In September
2007, the company opened a new Parts Distribution Center
near Budapest, Hungary, to support the company’s
expansion in Central and Eastern Europe.
PACCAR offers employees comprehensive health coverage
plans, tuition reimbursement and an interest-free computer
purchase program.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $14,972,500 2008 Profits: $1,017,900 U.S. Stock Ticker: PCAR
2007 Sales: $15,221,700 2007 Profits: $1,227,300 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $16,454,100 2006 Profits: $1,496,000 Employees: 18,700
2005 Sales: $13,298,400 2005 Profits: $1,133,200 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $10,833,700 2004 Profits: $906,800 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $1,300,000 Bonus: $2,059,200
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $875,000 Bonus: $1,039,500
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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PANASONIC EV ENERGY CO LTD www.peve.jp


Industry Group Code: 335910 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 64 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Batteries-EV Cars
Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Batteries Panasonic EV Energy Co., Ltd. (PEVE), a joint venture
Battery Management Systems between Matsushita Electric Industrial Co. and Toyota Motor
Corporation, is a Japanese developer and manufacturer of
nickel metal-hydride batteries for electric and hybrid electric
vehicles. The company manufactures two rechargeable
batteries for electrical vehicles: the metal case prismatic
module and the plastic case prismatic module. The metal
case prismatic module has 14% less volume and a 40%
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: higher cooling performance than conventional HEV battery
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co Ltd modules. The plastic case prismatic module has 14 % less
Toyota Motor Corporation
volume and is approximately 25% lighter than traditional
Panasonic Automotive Systems of America
Panasonic Corporation of North America
prismatic battery packs. In addition the company offers a
battery management system known as the battery ECU,
which monitors the battery’s functions, such as temperatures
and voltages. PEVE products are used in several current
production model vehicles, including the Lexus LS600h,
LS600hL and GS450h; Toyota Harrier Hybrid, Prius, Kluger
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Hybrid, Camry Hybrid, Alphard Hybrid and Estima Hybrid;
intentionally listed here more than once. Daihatsu Hijet Cargo Hybrid; Hino Dutro Hybrid; and the
Yoshiro Hayashi, CEO Hyundai/Kia Motors MC/JB Hybrid. The company’s sales
Yoshiro Hayashi, Pres. group includes Panasonic Automotive Systems of America,
Phone: Fax: which is a division of Panasonic Corporation of North
America in the U.S., and Matsushita Electric Industrial Co.,
Toll-Free: 800-211-7262
Ltd., which is part of Panasonic Automotive Systems
Address: 20 Okasaki, Kosai, Shizuoka, 431-0422 Japan Company Shinagawa Seaside in Japan.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Joint Venture
2007 Sales: $539,300 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 1,800
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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PARK-OHIO HOLDINGS CORP www.pkoh.com


Industry Group Code: 333000 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 5 Profits: 5
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Logistics & Supply Chain Services
Automobile Parts Manufacturing Park-Ohio Holdings Corp., through its subsidiary Park-Ohio
Aluminum Components Industries, Inc., is an industrial supply chain logistics and
Industrial Equipment Manufacturing diversified manufacturing business. The firm operates
through three segments: the Supply Technologies (formerly
Integrated Logistics Solutions) segment, the Aluminum
Products segment and the Manufactured Products segment.
The Supply Technologies segment, which accounted for
49% of 2007 sales, provides integrated supply chain services
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: for a broad range of high-volume, specialty production
Park-Ohio Industries, Inc. components. Supply Technologies provides various value-
added services, such as engineering and design services,
part usage and cost analysis, supplier selection, quality
assurance, bar coding, product packaging and tracking, just-
in-time and point-of-use delivery, electronic billing services
and ongoing technical support. This segment operates 51
logistics service centers in the U.S., Mexico, Canada, Puerto
Rico, Scotland, Ireland, Hungary, China, Taiwan, Singapore
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be and India, as well as production sourcing and support
intentionally listed here more than once. centers in Asia. The segment’s primary customers are in the
Edward F. Crawford, CEO heavy-duty truck; automotive and vehicle parts; electrical
Matthew V. Crawford, COO distribution and controls; power sports/fitness equipment;
Matthew V. Crawford, Pres. heating, ventilation and air conditioning; aerospace and
Jeffrey L. Rutherford, CFO/VP defense; electrical components; appliance; and
Robert D. Vilsack, General Counsel/Corp. Sec. semiconductor industries. Park-Ohio’s Aluminum Products
Patrick W. Fogarty, Dir.-Corp. Dev. segment, which accounted for 16%, casts and machines
Edward F. Crawford, Chmn. aluminum engine, transmission, brake, suspension and other
Phone: 440-947-2000 Fax: 440-947-2099 components for automotive, agricultural equipment,
Toll-Free: construction equipment, heavy-duty truck and marine
Address: 6065 Parkland Blvd., Cleveland, OH 44124 US equipment original equipment manufacturers, primarily on a
sole-source basis. The Manufactured Products segment,
accounting for 35%, operates a diverse group of niche
manufacturing businesses that design and manufacture a
range of highly engineered products, including induction
heating and melting systems, pipe threading systems, rubber
products and forged and machined products. This segment
operates 20 facilities in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, the U.K.,
Belgium, Germany, Poland, China and Japan. This
segment’s principal customers are original equipment
manufacturers and end-users in the aerospace, automotive,
steel, forging, railroad, truck, oil, food processing and
consumer appliance industries.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: PKOH
2007 Sales: $1,071,441 2007 Profits: $21,197 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $1,056,246 2006 Profits: $24,179 Employees: 3,200
2005 Sales: $932,900 2005 Profits: $30,808 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $808,718 2004 Profits: $14,199 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $750,000 Bonus: $1,246,920
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Y Second Exec. Salary: $350,000 Bonus: $250,000
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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PENSKE AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC www.penskeautomotive.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 2 Profits: 4
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Y Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Automotive Leasing Penske Automotive Group, Inc. (PAG), which changed its
Online Car Retail name from United Auto Group in 2007, is a leading
automotive retailer, owning and operating 170 franchises in
the U.S. and 145 franchises outside of the U.S., primarily in
the U.K. The company has two operating segments: Retail
and distribution. The firm’s retail segment, consisting of its
automotive retail operations, offers a full range of vehicle
brands, with 95% of its total revenue in 2008 generated from
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: the sales of foreign brands such as Audi, BMW, Honda,
Penske Corporation Lexus, smart, Mercedes and Toyota. PAG’s Scottsdale,
United Auto Group
Arizona 101 Auto Mall features nine separate showrooms
101 Auto Mall
CarsDirect.com
and franchises with over 450,000 square feet of facilities.
Classic Automotive Group Typically, customers can choose from an inventory of over
smart USA Distributor LLC 1,500 new and used vehicles, and have access to
Rallye Motors approximately 226 service bays with the capacity to service
Penske Truck Leasing Co. approximately 1,000 vehicles per day. Every PAG
dealership maintains a web site where customers can review
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be vehicle inventories and obtain photos, prices, promotions,
intentionally listed here more than once. specifications, reviews, financial information and tools to
Roger S. Penske, CEO schedule service appointments. PAG has also partnered
Robert H. Kurnick, Jr., Pres. with CarsDirect.com, a leading online car buying service that
Robert O'Shaughnessy, CFO provides consumers with a full menu of research features.
Calvin C. Sharp, Exec. VP-Human Resources The firm’s distribution segment, through wholly-owned
Shane M. Spradlin, General Counsel/Sr. VP/Corp. Sec. subsidiary smart USA Distributor, LLC, is the exclusive
George Brochick, Exec. VP-West Oper. distributor of the smart fortwo vehicle, parts and accessories
Anthony R. Pordon, Sr. VP-Investor Rel. in U.S. and Puerto Rico via a network of 74 smart
Robert O'Shaughnessy, Exec. VP-Finance
Anthony R. Pordon, Sr. VP
dealerships. Penske Corporation owns approximately 46%
Gerard Nieuwenhuys, Managing Dir.-Sytner Group off the stock of Penske Automotive Group. In May 2007,
R. Whitfield Ramonat, Exec. VP-Central Oper. & Financial Svcs. PAG acquired Classic Automotive Group, adding four
Bernie Wolfe, Exec. VP-East Operations franchises in Austin, Texas. In November 2007, the
Roger S. Penske, Chmn. company signed an agreement to acquire Rallye Motors. In
Phone: 248-648-2500 Fax: 248-648-2525 June 2008, PAG acquired a 9% limited partnership interest in
Toll-Free: Penske Truck Leasing Co.
Address: 2555 Telegraph Rd., Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302-0954
US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: PAG
2007 Sales: $12,957,739 2007 Profits: $127,739 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $11,126,719 2006 Profits: $124,701 Employees: 15,800
2005 Sales: $9,661,393 2005 Profits: $118,973 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $8,388,021 2004 Profits: $111,687 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $1,075,000 Bonus: $547,946
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $750,000 Bonus: $235,000
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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PENSKE CORPORATION www.penske.com


Industry Group Code: 532120 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: Y General Service: Y Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks: Y
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Truck Rental
Auto Racing Penske Corp. is a diversified transportation company that
Auto Sales & Service participates in a variety of automotive markets through its
Supply Chain Solutions network of subsidiaries. Its markets include auto sales and
Auto Accessories Manufacturing & Retail service, truck rental, supply chain solutions, vehicle headlight
Fuel Management Systems design and development, vehicle lighting and harness safety
Fleet Management Services systems, fluid management and automobile racing. Penske
Vehicle Components & Systems Automotive Group (PAG) runs over 300 franchised
dealerships, primarily in 19 U.S. states, Puerto Rico,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Germany and the U.K. PAG focuses on the sale of high-end
Penske Automotive Group automobile brands such as Toyota, Lexus, Mercedes-Benz,
Penske Truck Leasing
Jaguar and Honda. Penske Motor Group owns and operates
DAVCO Technology, LLC
VM Motori S.p.A.
automobile dealerships in California. Penske Truck Leasing
QEK Global Solutions offers fleet management services including service leasing,
Penske Logistics truck rentals, logistics, used trucks for sale and felt services
Truck-Lite Co., Inc. for utility and transit companies with municipalities. Italian
Penske Motor Group subsidiary VM Motori S.p.A. specializes in the design and
production of diesel engines. QEK Global Solutions provides
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be integrated support services to manufacturers and their
intentionally listed here more than once. primary suppliers. Penske Logistics focuses on supply chain
Roger S. Penske, CEO solutions, providing solutions designed to cut costs, reduce
Robert H. Kurnick, Jr., Pres. cycle time, improve service and integrate technology into the
J. Patrick Conroy, CFO/Exec. VP operations of its customers. Truck-Lite Co., Inc. is
Roger S. Penske, Chmn. responsible for creating vehicle lighting and harness safety
Phone: 248-648-2000 Fax: 248-648-2005 systems for fleet vehicles. DAVCO Technology, LLC
Toll-Free: provides diesel fuel management with its line of filters,
Address: 2550 Telegraph Rd., Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 US fuel/water separators and fuel warmers. DAVCO products
include the Sea Pro for marine applications; Diesel Pro for
medium trucks; and the REN line of industrial automatic oil
replenishment systems with fluid level switches and slow
flow meters. Penske Racing’s operations include teams
competing in NASCAR Sprint Cup Series, IndyCar Series,
NASCAR Nationwide Series and American Le Mans Series.
Recently, the firm partnered with Ford Motor Company to
provide logistics services at Ford’s Southampton, U.K.
facility.

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was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 36,000
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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PEP BOYS-MANNY MOE & JACK (THE) www.pepboys.com


Industry Group Code: 441310 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 5 Profits: 5
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing: Y
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Y Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Y Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Parts, Retail
Automotive Services The Pep Boys-Manny, Moe & Jack is a leading automotive
Installation Services retail and service chain specializing in the sale, installation
Online Sales and services of automotive parts, tires and accessories. Pep
Boys currently operates 562 locations, including 552 Super
Centers and one Service & Tire center, comprising
approximately 6,000 service bays. The company also has
10 non-service, non-tire Pep Boys Express stores and
operates its stores in 35 states and Puerto Rico. A typical
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Super Center inventory contains approximately 23,000 items,
Pep Boys Express including tires; batteries; new and remanufactured parts for
Pep Boys Supercenter
cars; chemicals and maintenance items; fashion, electronic
Pep Boys Service and Tire Center
and performance accessories; personal transportation
merchandise; and garage and repair shop products. In
2007, merchandise sales accounted for 81.8% of net
revenue while labor charges made up 18.2% of net revenue.
The company sells products under national brand names
and private labels including Cornell, Futura, Definity,
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Prostart, Procool, Proline, Prostart, Prosteer, Prostop,
intentionally listed here more than once. ValueGrade and Varsity. Pep Boy locations offer several
Michael Odell, CEO professional automotive services, such as engine and
Michael Odell, Pres. electrical diagnostics, computerized wheel alignment and
Raymond L. Arthur, CFO/Exec.. VP balancing, air conditioning, fuel injection, emissions systems,
Scott A. Webb, Exec. VP-Mktg. brakes, steering and suspension and installation of tires,
Troy E. Fee, Sr. VP-Human Resources batteries and accessories. Pep Boys has recently focused
Joseph A. Cirelli, Sr. VP-Business & Dev. on extensive re-modeling of existing buildings, and as of
Scott A. Webb, Exec. VP-Merch. February 2008, the company has re-opened 136 remodeled
Mark S. Bacon, Exec. VP-Oper.
Mark L. Page, Sr. VP-Parts & Tires
stores in New Orleans, Louisiana and Northern California. In
Bryan B. Hoppe, VP-Loss Prevention January 2008, Pep Boys agreed to enter into a partnership
Scott Ross, VP-Svc., Western Div. with Lanelogic, Inc. to assist customers in selling their cars
David Padgett, VP-Svc, Southwest Div. & Puerto Rico Div. for cash.
James A. Mitarotonda, Chmn. Pep Boys offers benefits for employees including
Phone: 215-229-9000 Fax: 215-227-9533 comprehensive health and life insurance, a 401(k), a defined
Toll-Free: 800-737-2697 benefit pension plan and discounts on store merchandise
Address: 3111 W. Allegheny Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19132 US and services.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $2,138,075 2008 Profits: $-41,039 U.S. Stock Ticker: PBY
2007 Sales: $2,243,855 2007 Profits: $-2,549 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $2,208,974 2006 Profits: $-37,528 Employees: 18,564
2005 Sales: $2,269,974 2005 Profits: $23,579 Fiscal Year Ends: 1/31
2004 Sales: $2,131,319 2004 Profits: $-33,894 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $1,038,461 Bonus: $3,000,000
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Y Second Exec. Salary: $400,000 Bonus: $541,781
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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PETERSON MANUFACTURING CO www.pmlights.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Lighting Products
Mirrors & Reflectors Peterson Manufacturing Co. develops and manufactures a
Antennas complete line of vehicle safety lights, mirrors, reflectors,
antennas and other related products. The company sells
products both to automotive manufacturers and to major
retailers. Some of its major customers include Harley-
Davidson, John Deere, Caterpillar, Wal-Mart, Fleetwood and
EZ Loader. The company offers a line of over 2,200
products, which include LED lights, incandescent lights,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: specialty lights (such as dome and interior lights, as well as
Piranha tow and snow plow lights), halogen lights, mounting and
PM
electrical accessories. The firm also offers a line of
Auto Select
Nightwatcher
reflectors, emergency lights, mirrors and antennas.
Great White Peterson’s Piranha brand of LED lights light up faster than
BladeLights ordinary lights and have six times the life expectancy. PM is
Maxi-Seal the company’s standard lighting products brand, and Auto
Select covers its imported automotive products.
Nightwatcher is Peterson’s trademark for fog driving and off-
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be road lights. Other brands include BladeLights, for snowplow
intentionally listed here more than once. and emergency lights; Maxi-Seal, for custom wire harness
Don R. Armacost, Jr., CEO systems for the heavy-duty trucking industry and for
Don R. Armacost, Jr., Pres. electrical accessory program for the aftermarket; and Great
Mark Assenmacher, Dir.-Mktg. White, for back-up and utility lights. Peterson Manufacturing
Jim Rowden, VP-Eng. oversees 10 business units in different industries, including
Nick Auer, VP-Finance the maritime, aviation, rail and motor racing industries,
Art Richardson, VP-Sales although the group is primarily focused on automotive
Phone: 816-765-2000 Fax: 816-761-6693 lighting products.
Toll-Free:
Address: 4200 E. 135th St., Grandview, MO 64030 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 3,000
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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PHIL LONG DEALERSHIPS INC www.phillong.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Y Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Y Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers
Auto Service Phil Long Automobile Dealerships is a new and used
Auto Finance automobile dealer that operates 14 dealerships in Colorado.
Collision Repair The dealer showrooms offer new and used SUVs (sport
utility vehicles), sedans, wagons, convertibles, mini vans,
trucks, vans, hatchbacks, roadsters and coupes. The brands
sold and serviced by the dealerships include Ford, Suzuki,
Saturn, Jeep, Audi, Mercedes-Benz, Kia, Hyundai, Chrysler
and Mitsubishi. Phil Long’s web site offers a link to each
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: individual dealership’s web site, where customers can apply
Phil Long Collision Repair Center for credit; search both new and pre-owned inventory; and
make appointments with the service or collision departments.
Each Phil Long dealership has its own parts and service
department as well as a signature Phil Long Collision Repair
Center. The Phil Long Collision Repair Center is exclusive to
the company’s dealerships and stocks parts with equivalent
fit and finish of the original equipment manufacturer. The
company is owned through a co-op partnership with the
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be current CEO, Jay Cimino, and managers at select
intentionally listed here more than once. dealerships.
Jay Cimino, CEO
Jay Cimino, Pres.
Raymond Turner, CFO
Michelle Narron, Mgr.-Corp. Comm.
Jay Cimino, Chmn.
Phone: 719-575-7000 Fax: 719-575-7837
Toll-Free:
Address: 1212 Motor City Dr., Colorado Springs, CO 80906 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 1,300
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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PIAGGIO & C SPA www.piaggio.com


Industry Group Code: 336991 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing: Y
Motorcycles: Y Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Motorcycle Manufacturing
Scooters Piaggio & C. S.p.A. is a leading manufacturer of motorized
Mopeds two-wheel vehicles, including racing scooters, mopeds,
Accessories motorcycles and personal two-wheel recreational vehicles.
Engines The company’s products are sold under brands including
Two-Wheel Recreational Vehicles Piaggio, Vespa, Gilera, Aprilia, Moto Guzzi and Derbi. The
firm’s scooter range includes 50cc’s, such as the Liberty, the
NRG, the Fly and the Zip as well as 500cc’s. Scooters over
50cc’s include the GTs (X8 and X9), the high wheelers
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Beverly and Liberty, and the larger Fly and Zip models. Its
Gilera motorbikes, which are marketed under the Gilera and Derbi
Derbi
brands, include the Runner and Nexus. In addition, Piaggio
Vespa
Ape
produces three- and four-wheeled light transport vehicles
Porter under the Piaggio, Ape, Quargo and Porter brands, as well
Aprilia as related accessories. Through its engine division, the
Moto Guzzi company also manufactures a variety of engines, which
Quargo cover the range of company vehicles: mopeds, scooters,
motorcycles and work vehicles. Piaggio has operations in
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Pontadera and Mandello del Lario, Italy; Barcelona, Spain;
intentionally listed here more than once. Foshan City, China; and Pune, India. Through
Roberto Colaninno, CEO VespaVintage.com, customers can purchase an exclusive
Daniele Bandiera, Gen. Mgr.-Oper. line of replacement parts for classic Vespas. Piaggio's
Michele Pallottini, Gen. Mgr.-Finance owners include Immsi S.p.A., Deutsche Bank, Diego Della
Franco Fenoglio, Head-Three & Four Wheel Div. Valle and others. In 2008, the firm agreed to create a joint
Roberto Colaninno, Chmn. venture with Zongshen Industrial Group in order to develop
Phone: 39-587-27-21-11 Fax: 39-587-27-23-44 and manufacture Ape petrol and diesel three- and four-wheel
Toll-Free: commercial vehicles in China.
Address: 25 Viale R. Piaggio, Pontedera, Pisa, 56025 Italy
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: PIA Int’l Exchange: Milan-BI
2006 Sales: $2,120,700 2006 Profits: $92,800 Employees: 4,102
2005 Sales: $1,719,300 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $1,478,600 2004 Profits: $5,600 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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PILKINGTON PLC www.pilkington.com


Industry Group Code: 327210 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Glass Production
Auto Glass Pilkington plc, a subsidiary of Nippon Sheet Glass Company,
Building Glass is a glass manufacturer for the architecture and automotive
Glass Fiber industries. The company maintains manufacturing
operations in 27 countries and sales teams in over 130
countries, with roughly half of its sales generated in Europe,
one-third in North America and the balance arising Japan
and the rest of the world. Worldwide operations are divided
into two business lines: building products, which are
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: responsible for 46% of sales and supply original equipment
Pilkington Automotive and refurbishment glass to the domestic and commercial
Nippon Sheet Glass
construction industry; and automotive products, responsible
for the remaining 37% of revenues, which provides glass
products and glazing systems to automotive original
equipment and aftermarket clients. The firm also sells glass
fiber and IT glass products, which account for its remaining
sales. Pilkington offers building products including a new
self-cleaning glass, Pilkington Activ, which uses natural UV
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be radiation to activate processes to break down dirt in
intentionally listed here more than once. conjunction with a water sheeting finish that allows rain to
Mark Lyons, Pres., Building Prod. Worldwide, NSG Group wash the glass clean. Pilkington Automotive, the company’s
Katsuji Fujimoto, CEO-NSG Group auto glass operations and related business subsidiary,
Phone: 44-1744-288-82 Fax: 44-1744-692-660 supplies major auto manufacturers on an original equipment
basis. These products incorporate glazing designed to
Toll-Free:
reduce the effects of solar heat build-up, allow rainwater to
Address: Alexandra Business Park Prescot Rd., St. Helens, clear easily and to provide a noise barrier to the outside.
Merseyside WA10 3TT UK Pilkington’s automotive operations comprise some 35
locations in 18 countries around the world.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 23,800
2005 Sales: $5,061,200 2005 Profits: $187,900 Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $5,022,800 2004 Profits: $142,400 Parent Company: NIPPON SHEET GLASS COMPANY
LIMITED
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $1,035,000 Bonus: $517,500
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $567,000 Bonus: $283,500
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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PININFARINA SPA www.pininfarina.it


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Y Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Design & Engineering Services
Aeronautics Design Pininfarina SpA specializes in providing automotive and
Mass Transit Design general manufacturers with services through all stages of
Consumer Products Design product development, from planning, designing and
Retractable Roof Systems development to engineering, manufacturing and end product
Engineering Services consultation. The firm’s subsidiaries include Pininfarina
Prototype Testing Sverige; Matra Automobile Engineering; D3 S.a.S.; Ceram
Automobile Design S.a.S.; Pininfarina Deutschland; and Pininfarina Extra. The
firm has collaborated with Fiat, Mitsubishi, Peugot, General
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Motors, Ferrari, Maserati, Alfa, Bentley and Rolls Royce. In
Pininfarina Studi e Riceerche the aeronautics and aeroacoustics industry, the company
Matra Automobile Engineering
designs the interior and exterior forms of its vehicles using its
Pininfarina Deutschland
Pininfarina Extra
own automotive wind tunnels. It does design work for trains,
Matra Development planes and boats, as well as non-transportation products
Pininfarina Sverige such as shoes, cellular phones, coffee machines, ski boots
D3 S.a.S. and watches. Through the recent initiative leading to the
Ceram S.a.S. production of the Alfa Romeo Brera and Volvo C70 the
company has established new subsidiary companies.
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Pininfarina established itself in Sweden through Pininfarina
intentionally listed here more than once. Sverige, a joint venture with the Volvo Car Corporation, and
Silvio Angori, COO in France through the companies Matra Automobile
Gianfranco Albertini, CFO Engineering Maroc and Matra Development. Currently the
Paolo Pininfarina, Chmn. firm is continuing the development of five new models: the
Phone: 39-011-9438111 Fax: 39-011-5175011 Alfa Romeo Brera, Volvo C70, Alfa Romeo Spider, Mitsubishi
Toll-Free: Colt CZC and Ford Focus CC. In 2007, the company signed
an agreement to supply automotive design services to
Address: Strada Nazionale 30, Turin, 10020 Italy
Sonalika Group, an Indian industrial group. In December
2007, the company began collaborating with the Bollere
Group to design and manufacture an electric car. In April
2008, Pininfarina announced plans to establish a research,
design and engineering center in Pune, India with the Tata
Group.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $711,720 2008 Profits: $-275,520 U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $962,300 2007 Profits: $-154,580 Int’l Ticker: PINF Int’l Exchange: Milan-BI
2006 Sales: $713,570 2006 Profits: $-29,670 Employees: 2,768
2005 Sales: $629,085 2005 Profits: $-11,047 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $692,300 2004 Profits: $4,400 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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PIRELLI AND C SPA www.pirelli.com


Industry Group Code: 326200 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 5 Profits: 8
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Y Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Tire Manufacturing
Real Estate Pirelli & C. SpA is an Italian company best known for its sale
Broadband Technology of tires, although it is also active in the real estate and
broadband sectors. Pirelli manufactures tires for cars,
industrial/commercial vehicles, motorcycles and farm
equipment. It is a multinational corporation that operates in
21 countries, including the U.K., Germany, France, Spain,
Romania, Turkey, Brazil, Egypt and China. The Pirelli real
estate segment invests in real estate companies and
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: provides financing services. Pirelli Broadband Solutions is
Speed SpA active in the technological fields of broadband access and
PGT Photonics
second-generation photonics based on nanotechnology.
Pirelli Tyre
Through Pirelli Labs, the firm develops innovations in the
field of photonics, nanotechnologies and broadband access
systems, both wired and wireless. The company has
research centers in America and Europe, test tracks and
collaborations with universities. The firm also operates the
Vizzola test track, a 915,000-square-foot facility with an 82-
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be foot tower; it is home to many of the company’s prototype
intentionally listed here more than once. designs. The company announced plans in 2008 to develop
Franceso Gori, CEO an industrial joint venture with Russian Technologies to
Claudio De Conto, COO produce and sell car, light truck and heavy truck tires; steel
Luciano Gobbi, CFO cord tire reinforcements; and automotive filters in the territory
Luciano Gobbi, Chief Strategic Planning Officer of Russian Federation and CIS countries. Pirelli also
Maurizio Abet, Head-Media Rel. announced plans to acquire Speed SpA, a company held by
Alberto Borgia, Head-Investor Rel. primary financial institutions (Intesa Sanpaolo, Banca
Franceso Gori, Managing Dir.-Pirelli Tyre Leonardo Group, UniCredit, One Equity Partners -JP Morgan
Marco T. Provera, Chmn.
Group, Lehman Brothers and Mediobanca) and holder of
Phone: 39-02-64421 Fax: 39-02-6442-2670 38.9% of Pirelli Tyre SpA, for $674 million. The company
Toll-Free: also recently introduced PGT Photonics, a new group
Address: V. le Sarca, 222, Milan, 20126 Italy company specializing in second generation photonics based
on nanotechnologies, and displaying its comprehensive
product offering that includes Pirelli's DTL Tunable Laser,
ITLA, 300-PIN MSA Transponders and DWDM XFP
Transceivers.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $6,390,000 2007 Profits: $-1,540,000 Int’l Ticker: PC Int’l Exchange: Milan-BI
2006 Sales: $6,552,860 2006 Profits: $540,090 Employees: 26,827
2005 Sales: $5,716,690 2005 Profits: $501,750 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $4,988,580 2004 Profits: $382,280 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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PLASTECH ENGINEERED PRODUCTS www.plastecheng.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 46 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Y Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturing
Molded Plastic Products Plastech Engineered Products, founded in 1988,
Design, Engineering & Manufacturing Services manufactures blow-molded and injection-molded plastic
products, primarily for the automotive industry. With 38
manufacturing facilities in North America, Plastech has over
2,250 molds on over 225 automotive programs. The
company’s products include interior automotive trim
products, such as consoles, door panels, garnish trim,
instrument panels, modular overhead systems and rear shelf
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: modules; exterior automotive trim products, including bed
Automotive Modular Concepts extenders, fender inners, grill panels, mud flaps, spoilers and
FeatureRight
wheel lips; and underhood automotive products, such as
LDM Technologies
battery parts, chassis products, transmissions, safety
restraints, fluid management and thermal management
products. In addition, the firm engages in component
painting and metal stamping. LDM Technologies, a
subsidiary of Plastech, manufactures interior and exterior
plastic trim. The firm also provides industrial design,
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be engineering and outsourced manufacturing services. Some
intentionally listed here more than once. of the company’s product innovations include the controlled
Julie N. Brown, CEO energy management system (CEM), the engine
Phil Martens, COO compartment optimization system (ECO) and the
Phil Martens, Pres. FeatureRight system. CEM serves as a barrier between a
Dave LeBlanc, VP-IT vehicle’s bumper and steel frame. It is made up of plastic
Julie N. Brown, Chmn. cones, which limit vehicle damage by absorbing energy upon
Phone: 313-791-3001 Fax: 313-792-2729 impact, as well as reducing vehicle mass. ECO helps make
Toll-Free: the under-the-hood design of vehicles more customer- and
Address: 835 Mason St., Dearborn, MI 48124 US user-friendly by keeping components, such as wires, belts
and fluid containers, compartmentalized and hidden from
view. It also helps reduce manufacturing costs and vehicle
weight. The FeatureRight system creates a multi-toned
fascia with a superior, seamless appearance. It is created in
two parts, with each part painted individually and combined
later in the manufacturing process. FeatureRight eliminates
the need for masking, which makes it more time- and cost-
effective.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $1,070,000 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 4,768
2005 Sales: $1,069,000 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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POLARIS INDUSTRIES INC www.polarisindustries.com


Industry Group Code: 336999 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Y Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
All-Terrain Vehicle Manufacturing
Snowmobile Manufacturing Polaris Industries, Inc. designs, engineers and manufactures
Parts & Accessories snowmobiles, all-terrain recreational and utility vehicles
Motorcycles (ATVs) and motorcycles. The firm markets these together
Clothing with related accessories, clothing and replacement parts
through 1600 independent dealers in North America and six
subsidiaries and 43 distributors around the world. The firm’s
line of ATVs consists of 21 models, including general
purpose, sport, four-wheel-drive and the RANGER line of
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: utility ATVs. The company’s RANGER 6x6 is one of the only
RANGER six-wheel-drive vehicles in production. ATV accessories
Victory Vegas
include winches, bumpers, brush guards, plows, mowers,
Kingpin
Touring Cruiser
cargo racks, utility trailers, sprayers, seeders, tires, oils and
Hammer lubricants. Polaris’ line of snowmobiles contains 30 models,
Eight Ball including youth, utility, economy, performance and
Vegas Jackpot competition models. Snowmobile accessories include
luggage, covers, tow hitches, hand warmers, specialized
instrumentation, reverse gear kits, electric starters, tracks,
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be special traction products, cargo racks, windshields, oils and
intentionally listed here more than once. lubricants. Polaris’ Victory line of motorcycles includes the
Scott W. Wine, CEO 10th Anniversary Limited Edition Victory Vision, Vegas Low,
Bennett J. Morgan, COO Kingpin Eight-Ball, Kingpin Tour, Vegas and Vegas Jackpot,
Bennett J. Morgan, Pres. as well as some limited edition models. Motorcycle
Michael W. Malone, CFO accessories include saddlebags, handlebars, backrests,
Michael Jonikas, VP-Mktg. & Sales windshields, seats, oil and chrome accessories. In addition
John B. Corness, VP-Human Resources to the variety of replacement parts and accessories for its
William Fisher, CIO vehicles, Polaris markets a full line of recreational clothing,
David C Longren, CTO
Mary P. McConnell, General Counsel/VP
which includes suits, helmets, leathers, hats, bibs, pants,
Jeffrey A. Bjorkman, VP-Oper. sweaters and jackets for each of its product lines. New
Michael W. Malone, VP-Finance/Corp. Sec. products in 2009 include the Youth RANGER RZR ATV.
Mark E. Blackwell, VP-Victory Motorcycles Polaris offers its employees tuition and health club
Scott Swenson, VP/Gen. Mgr.-Snowmobile Div. reimbursement, as well as product discounts.
Michael Dougherty, VP/Gen. Mgr.-ATV Div.
Matthew J. Homan, VP/Gen. Mgr.-Side-by-Side Div.
Gregory R. Palen, Chmn.
Mark E. Blackwell, VP-Int'l
Phone: 763-542-0500 Fax: 763-542-0599
Toll-Free: 800-765-2747
Address: 2100 Hwy. 55, Medina, MN 55340 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: PII
2007 Sales: $1,780,009 2007 Profits: $111,650 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $1,656,518 2006 Profits: $106,985 Employees: 3,200
2005 Sales: $1,869,819 2005 Profits: $136,714 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $1,773,206 2004 Profits: $99,948 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Y Profit Sharing: Y Top Exec. Salary: $750,000 Bonus: $1,575,000
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Y Second Exec. Salary: $368,269 Bonus: $400,000
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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PORSCHE AUTOMOBIL HOLDING SE www.porsche-se.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 23 Profits: 4
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Y Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Manufacturing
Sports Cars Porsche Automobil Holding SE is a holding company that
Engineering Services controls 100% of Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG (Porsche) and
Financial Services approximately 31% of Volkswagen AG. The company,
Consulting Services through its Porsche subsidiary, is a leading global
Driving School manufacturer of sports cars. The company's production has
Racing been streamlined to four model lines: the 911, the newly
Apparel & Accessories introduced Cayman, the Boxster and the Cayenne SUV. The
911 is available in a wide range of model variations: Carrera,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Carrera 4, Carrera S, Carrera Cabriolet, Carrera S Cabriolet,
Volkswagen AG Carrera 4 Cabriolet, Carrera 4S, Carrera 4S Cabriolet and
Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG
Turbo. Most are priced between $73,500 and approximately
Porsche Cars North America
Cayenne
$125,000. The Boxster, a mid-engined roadster, was
911 Turbo introduced in the 1997 model year and revitalized the firm's
911 Carerra sales, especially in North America. The vehicle ranges in
Cayman S price up to $60,000. Its models include the Boxster and
Panamera Boxster S. The Cayman line offers the Cayman and
Cayman S priced up to $60,000. Cayenne SUVs are
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be available in three different models: Cayenne, Cayenne S and
intentionally listed here more than once. Cayenne Turbo, which range in price from to $95,000. The
Wendelin Wiedeking, CEO firm’s U.S. division, Porsche Cars North America, had U.S.
Wendelin Wiedeking, Pres. sales of 36,680 cars in 2007, accounting for almost 40% of
Holger P. Harter, Dir.-Finance & Controlling the firm’s global sales. The firm has a driving school, called
Klaus Berning, Dir.-Sales & Mktg. Porsche Sport Driving School in the U.S. and Porsche
Harro Harmel, Dir.-Human Resources & Labor Rel. Sportfahrschule in Europe, that offers one- and two-day
Wolfgang Porsche, Chmn. driving programs at world-class tracks with professional
Detlev von Platen, Pres./CEO-Porsche Cars North America instructors that have won top racing competitions. Porsche
Phone: 49-711-911-0 Fax: 49-711-911-5777 AG is controlled by descendants of its founding family. In
Toll-Free: recent news, the automaker announced plans for a Cayenne
Address: Porscheplatz 1, Stuttgart, D-70435 Germany model with a hybrid engine, as well as plans for the
Panamera, scheduled to enter the market in 2009. Also,
Porsche has been pursuing increased stock ownership in
Volkswagen. With the 2007 acquisition of a 31% stake in
Volkswagen AG, the company underwent a restructuring
resulting in Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG becoming a
subsidiary of newly formed holding company Porsche
Automobil Holding SE. The company has recently launched
an initiative to acquire a controlling stake in Volkswagen AG.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $9,935,620 2008 Profits: $8,371,000 U.S. Stock Ticker: PSEPF
2007 Sales: $9,804,510 2007 Profits: $5,644,870 Int’l Ticker: POR3 Int’l Exchange: Frankfurt-Euronext
2006 Sales: $9,655,630 2006 Profits: $1,888,380 Employees: 11,668
2005 Sales: $7,971,600 2005 Profits: $948,900 Fiscal Year Ends: 7/31
2004 Sales: $7,644,600 2004 Profits: $293,300 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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POTAMKIN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP www.planetautomotive.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Potamkin Automotive Group is a privately owned car
dealership network based out of Florida, and one of the
largest automotive dealer groups in the U.S. The firm
operates by partnering with some of the best dealerships in
the country and providing them with financial backing,
financial contracts, appealing advertising rates on a local and
regional basis, manufacturer relationships and discounts
from suppliers and vendors. After having given its dealer
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: partners the tools needed to succeed, Potamkin allows them
Potamkin Automotive Group to remain individually operated and managed in order to
allow them to best serve their local markets. This style of
partnership is labeled as corporate decentralizing. The firm
currently has 30 dealerships and roughly 50 franchises in
California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania and
Massachusetts. All Potamkin dealerships offer their clients
several exclusive deals: a no-haggle, no-hassle pricing
program; a 3-Day/100-Mile money back guarantee; a 10%
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be discount on service, parts and accessories; free car washes
intentionally listed here more than once. for the life of the vehicle ownership; and numerous financing
Barry Frieder, COO plans. Models sold by Potamkin dealerships include Audi,
Barry Frieder, Pres. Buick, Honda, GMC, Mazda, Chevrolet, Jeep, Kia, Toyota
David Yusko, CFO and Volkswagon.
Ralph Perkins, VP-Mktg. & Sales Potamkin Automotive provides its employees with a 401(k)
Joel Verity, Dir.-IT plan; flexible spending accounts; disability, basic life,
John Hickey, Exec. Legal Council
Andrew Pfeifer, Sr. VP-Corp. Oper.
dependant life and accident insurance; business travel
Lonnie Decker, VP-Bus. Dev. insurance; and a medical, dental and vision plan.
Lonnie Decker, VP-e-commerce
David Winton, Exec. Treas.
Robert Potamkin, Co-Chmn.
Bill Mercado, VP-Fixed Oper.
Alan Potamkin, Co-Chmn.
David Frieder, VP-Purchasing & Vendor Rel.
Phone: 305-774-7690 Fax: 305-774-7696
Toll-Free:
Address: 6600 Cowpen Rd., Miami Lakes, FL 33014 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 75
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y

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PPG INDUSTRIES INC www.ppg.com


Industry Group Code: 325510 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Paints
Coatings PPG Industries, Inc. is a large manufacturing company that
Glass operates in five segments: Performance coatings; industrial
Chemicals coatings; optical and specialty materials; commodity
Fiberglass chemicals; and glass. Within these segments, PPG focuses
Industrial Products its resources in the industrial, consumer, construction and
transportation markets. The company has manufacturing
facilities and affiliates in over 60 countries worldwide. The
performance and industrial coatings business segments
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: supply protective and decorative finishes for use in industrial
Brown Brothers Distribution UK Ltd equipment, appliances, packaging, aluminum extrusions,
SigmaKalon Group
steel coils and marine and aircraft equipment. The
Nanoproduct Corporation
Teslin
performance coating segment produces aerospace,
architectural and refinish coatings, while the industrial
coatings segment produces automotive, industrial and
packaging coatings. PPG’s optical and specialty materials
business segment consists of optical products and the silica
business. Lenses; polarized film; amorphous precipitated
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be silicas for tires and battery separators; and Teslin synthetic
intentionally listed here more than once. printing sheets are the principal products of this division.
Charles E. Bunch, CEO The commodity chemicals business segment produces chlor-
William H. Hernandez, CFO alkali and derivative products, such as chlorine, caustic soda,
Charles Wise, VP-Human Resources vinyl chloride monomer, ethylene hypochlorite and phosgene
Jim Trainham, VP-Science & Tech. derivative, which are sold to customers in the rubber,
Werner Baer, VP-IT plastics, paper, minerals, metals and water treatment
Jim A. Trainham, VP-Science & Tech. industries. The glass business segment consists of the
James C. Diggs, General Counsel/Sr. VP/Sec. performance glazings and fiber glass businesses. The
Aziz Giga, VP-Strategic Planning
Lynne D. Schmidt, VP-Gov't & Community Affairs
principal products of this segment are flat glass and
Vince Morales, VP-Investor Rel. continuous-strand fiber glass, which are used in the
William H. Hernandez, Sr. VP-Finance commercial and residential construction; wind energy;
J. Rich Alexander, Sr. VP-Coatings transportation; and electronics industries. In 2007, PPG
Michael H. McGarry, Sr. VP-Commodity Chemicals agreed to acquire the bodyshop distribution business of
Victoria Holt, Sr. VP-Glass & Fiber Unipart Automotive, which will operate as Brown Brothers
William Wulfsohn, Sr. VP-Coatings Distribution UK Ltd; sold its fine chemicals business to ZaCh
Charles E. Bunch, Chmn. System S.p.A. for $65 million; sold joint venture AZDEl, Inc.
Viktor Sekmakas, Pres., PPG Asia/Pacific to Hanwha Living & Creative Corporation; and agreed to sell
Kathleen A. McGuire, VP-Purchasing & Dist.
its auto glass business to Platinum Equity for $500 million.
Phone: 412-434-3131 Fax: 412-434-2448 In 2008, the firm acquired SigmaKalon Group, a Netherlands
Toll-Free: based coatings producers and Nanoproduct Corporation.
Address: One PPG Pl., Pittsburgh, PA 15272 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: PPG
2007 Sales: $11,206,000 2007 Profits: $834,000 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $9,861,000 2006 Profits: $711,000 Employees: 34,900
2005 Sales: $10,201,000 2005 Profits: $596,000 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $9,513,000 2004 Profits: $683,000 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $983,333 Bonus: $1,900,000
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $495,833 Bonus: $611,600
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 4 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

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PROGRESSIVE CORPORATION (THE) www.progressive.com


Industry Group Code: 524126 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 3 Profits: 3
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Insurance, Direct Property & Casualty
Automobile Insurance The Progressive Corporation, together with its 65
Specialty Insurance subsidiaries, is one of the largest auto insurers in the U.S.
Progressive is divided into three business areas: personal
lines, commercial auto and claims. The firm’s personal lines
segment writes insurance for private passenger automobiles
and recreational and other vehicles, including motorcycles,
all-terrain vehicles, boats and recreational vehicles. The
personal lines business accounted for 87% of total net
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: premiums written in 2007. The commercial auto business
www.progressiveresponds.com writes primary liability and physical damage insurance for
automobiles and trucks owned by small businesses and
represented 13% of Progressive’s total net premiums written
in 2007. The company’s claims business area is organized
into six geographical regions, with a general manager
responsible for each region. The firm manages its claims
handling on a companywide basis through approximately
475 claims offices located throughout the U.S. The company
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be has 54 centers in 41 metropolitan areas across the country,
intentionally listed here more than once. that provide concierge-level claims service. These facilities
Glenn M. Renwick, CEO are designed to provide end-to-end resolution for auto
Glenn M. Renwick, Pres. physical damage losses. Customers can choose to bring
Brian C. Domeck, CFO/VP their vehicles to one of these sites, where they can pick up a
Larry Bloomenkranz, Chief Mktg. Officer rental vehicle. Progressive’s representatives will then write
Valerie Krasowski, Chief Human Resources Officer the estimate, select a qualified repair shop, arrange the
Raymond M. Voelker, CIO repair and inspect the vehicle once the repairs are complete.
Charles (Chuck) Jarret, Chief Legal Officer/Corp. Sec. Progressive recently launched a new catastrophe web site
Jeffery W. Basch, Chief Acct. Officer/VP
John P. Sauerland, Pres., Personal Lines Group
(www.progressiveresponds.com) to provide consumers with
John Barbagallo, Pres., Commercial Lines Group information about how to stay safe and protect their vehicles
William (Bill) Cody, Chief Investment Officer and boats before, during and after a catastrophic event. In
Susan Griffith, Pres., Claims Group September 2007, Progressive began offering pet injury
Peter B. Lewis, Chmn. coverage at no extra cost for customers with collision
Phone: 440-461-5000 Fax: 440-603-4420 coverage. In November 2007, Progressive launched golf
Toll-Free: 800-776-4737 cart insurance coverage for electric and gas vehicles. The
company plans to construct five new customer centers in
Address: 6300 Wilson Mills Rd., Mayfield Village, OH 44143 US
2008 and 2009.

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was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $12,840,100 2008 Profits: $-70,000 U.S. Stock Ticker: PGR
2007 Sales: $14,686,800 2007 Profits: $1,182,500 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $14,786,400 2006 Profits: $1,647,500 Employees: 26,851
2005 Sales: $14,303,400 2005 Profits: $1,393,900 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $13,782,100 2004 Profits: $1,648,700 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $750,000 Bonus: $832,500
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $438,270 Bonus: $324,319
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 5 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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PROLIANCE INTERNATIONAL INC www.transpro.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 67 Profits: 56
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Parts-Radiators
Automotive Parts-Heaters & Air Conditioners Proliance International, Inc. designs, manufactures and
markets radiators, radiator cores, heater cores and complete
heaters, temperature control parts (including condensers,
compressors, accumulators/driers and evaporators) and
other heat exchange products for the automotive and light
truck aftermarket. In addition, Proliance designs,
manufactures and distributes radiators, radiator cores,
charge air coolers, oil coolers and other specialty heat
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: exchangers for the heavy duty heat exchanger aftermarket.
Transpro, Inc. The company does business in two segments: Domestic,
Modine Aftermarket Holdings
serving the U.S. and Canada, and International, serving
Ready-Rad
Ready-Aire
Central America and Europe. Proliance makes more than
Ultra-Seal 1,075 radiator models; which are able to service at least 95%
Truck Tough of the automobiles and light trucks in the U.S.; 1,700 radiator
cores; 490 heater cores; 1,400 air conditioning compressors;
530 condensers; 650 accumulators; and 700 air conditioning
evaporator models. The firm offers approximately 8,500
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be models of heavy duty radiator cores and more than 227
intentionally listed here more than once. models of complete truck radiator, specifically produced for
Charles E. Johnson, CEO the U.S. over-the-road market. Proliance radiator and air
Charles E. Johnson, Pres. conditioning products are the primary branded lines sold at
Arlen F. Henock, CFO/VP AutoZone, NAPA and Pep Boys auto parts stores. The
Michael Barbee, VP-Sales company’s web site has an online catalog where customers
Jeffrey L. Jackson, VP-Human Resources/Assistant Sec. can look up parts by car, find radiator installation instructions
Richard A. Wisot, Sec. for do-it-yourself projects and access a list of warrantee
Richard A. Wisot, VP/Treas. conditions for Ready-Rad radiators. Brand names include
Chester L. Latin, VP/Corp. Controller
Willliam J. Long III, Exec. VP
Ready-Rad radiators, Ready-Aire air conditioning
Barry R. Banducci, Chmn. components, Truck Tough heavy duty products and Ultra-
Seal charge air coolers.
Phone: 203-562-5121 Fax: 203-865-3723
Toll-Free: 800-755-2160
Address: 100 Gando Dr., New Haven, CT 06513 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: PLI
2007 Sales: $393,942 2007 Profits: $-16,804 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $416,095 2006 Profits: $-18,055 Employees: 1,574
2005 Sales: $296,838 2005 Profits: $-9,931 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $218,433 2004 Profits: $5,178 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $425,000 Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $251,539 Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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PROTON HOLDINGS BERHAD www.proton.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 31 Profits: 22
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Manufacturing
Motorcycles Proton Holdings Berhad designs and produces a diverse line
Bicycles of consumer cars. The company is one of only four
Distribution automakers in Malaysia. Proton currently exports its
Manufacturing Consulting vehicles to 15 overseas markets, including the U.K., the
Financial Services Middle East, Southeast Asia and Australia, while exploring
Property Investments export potential in countries like Iran, Syria, China and
Indonesia. Its portfolio includes the Lotus Elise and Lotus
Exige, the Satria, the Waja, the Gen.2, the Chancellor, the
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Saga, the Persona and the Savvy. Proton also produces
Lotus Elise and distributes passenger cars and motorcycles through its
Lotus Exige
Proton Edar subsidiary, as well as mountain and road
Satria
Waja
bicycles through its T-Bikes unit. Proton manufactures its
Gen. 2 cars in Malaysia and the U.K. The company also has
Chancellor manufacturing joint ventures in Vietnam and Indonesia.
Savvy Proton conducts research for new technologies in facilities in
T-Bike the U.S. and Malaysia. In Tanjun Malim, Malaysia, Proton
boasts a 1,280-acre site featuring Proton City, a plant five
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be times larger than any other Proton manufacturing plant and
intentionally listed here more than once. capable of manufacturing approximately 1 million cars a
Tan Sri Tengku Mahaleel Tengku Ariff, CEO year. The company’s next largest plant is in Shah Alam,
Datuk Kisai bin Rahmat, COO Malaysia, with 250 acres and capable of producing
Tan Chun Weng, Gen. Mgr.-Group Finance approximately 230,000 cars a year. The business of the
Hasnah Binti Ismail, Dir.-Human Resources company has been enlarged and expanded to include
Zamariah Binti Ismail, Gen. Mgr.-IT engineering consultancy, manufacturing, distribution,
Tajul Zahari Bin Abu Bakar, Gen. Mgr.-Eng. financial services and property investments. The firm
Muhammad Aris Bin Anuar, Gen. Mgr.-Manufacturing recently rolled out its 3 millionth car. In August 2008, Proton
Michelle Kythe Lim Beng Sze, Gen. Mgr.-Legal
Wan Nadzree Bin Jaafar, Gen. Mgr.-Corp. Planning
entered into discussions with Saipa Co. of Iran regarding a
Zamariah Binti Ismail, Gen. Mgr.-Comm. potential collaboration focusing on engine manufacturing,
Vimala Menon, Dir.-Finance model development and R&D activities.
Dato Haji Syed Zainal Abidin B Syed Mohamed Tahir, Managing Dir. Proton’s employees have benefits including a 75% education
Mohammad Nizamuddin bin Mokhtar, Head-Group Compliance/Corp. Sec. reimbursement, paid leave, daily food subsidies, car and
Dato Tony Chan Kok, Head-Quality Mgmt. housing loan interest subsidies, discount Proton car
Michael J. Kimberley, CEO-Group Lotus Plc purchases and retirement benefits consisting of 5.25%
Dato Mohammed Azlan bin Hashim, Chmn.
Razif bin Ahmad, Dir.-Procurement
salary.
Phone: 603-8026-9741 Fax: 603-8026-9744
Toll-Free:
Address: HICOM Industrial Estate, Batu Tiga, Shah Alam, 40000
Malaysia
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $1,686,500 2007 Profits: $55,400 Int’l Ticker: 5304 Int’l Exchange: Kuala Lumpur-KLSE
2006 Sales: $1,406,200 2006 Profits: $-176,900 Employees: 10,300
2005 Sales: $2,303,700 2005 Profits: $219,900 Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $1,727,400 2004 Profits: $138,580 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 4 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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PSA PEUGEOT CITROEN SA www.psa-peugeot-citroen.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 9 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Y Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobiles, Manufacturing
Automotive Equipment & Components PSA Peugeot Citroen S.A. (PSAPC) is a leading automobile
Transportation & Logistics Services manufacturer in Europe, producing cars and light commercial
Motorcycles vehicles under the Peugeot and Citroen brand names. With
Financial Services a presence in over 150 countries, it sold almost 2 million
Industrial Equipment Peugeot vehicles and CKDs (Complete Knock Down,
Engines typically a complete car kit sold to foreign affiliates for local
Clean Diesel & Hybrid Engine Technology assembly) and nearly 1.5 million Citroen vehicles and CKDs
in 2007. PSAPC is focusing on producing more
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: environmentally friendly vehicles. To this end, the company
Peugeot premiered six new vehicles featuring HDi (High-pressure
Citroen
Direct Injection) diesel engine technology, which helps the
Faurecia
Gefco
diesel burn more effectively, thus greatly reducing solid
Banque PSA Finance particles in emissions. The firm also developed the Diesel
Peugeot Motocycles Particulate Filter System (DPFS), which it claims eliminates
Dongfeng Peugeot Citroen Automobile virtually all fine particle diesel emissions by burning them
while still in the cylinder, and trapping any resulting soot in
the exhaust system. Besides creating cleaner diesel
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be engines, the company developed a hybrid Citroen engine
intentionally listed here more than once. equipped with its Stop & Start system, which turns the
Philippe Varin, CEO engine off when the vehicle reaches a full stop and starts the
Jean-Luc Vergne, VP-Human Resources engine again when the accelerator is pressed. In addition to
Pascal Henault, VP-Research & Automotive Innovation car manufacturing, PSAPC also operates the following four
Alain Sartoris, VP-IT & Exec. Dev. subsidiaries. Faurecia is a European leader in
Roland Vardanega, Managing Dir.-Tech. manufacturing automotive equipment and components, such
Roland Vardanega, Managing Dir.-Mfg. as seats and exhaust systems. Gefco is one of France’s top
Jean-Claude Hanus, VP-Legal Affairs/Institutional Rel./Internal Audit providers of transportation and logistics services. Banque
Liliane Lacourt, VP-Corp. Comm.
Isabel Marey-Semper, VP-Finance
PSA Finance is a federation of the group’s finance
Jean-Philippe Collin, Managing Dir.-Automobiles Peugeot companies. Peugeot Motocycles is one of the largest
Gregoire Olivier, Exec. VP/Managing Dir.-Programs manufacturers of 50cc-125cc scooters and motorcycles in
Daniel Marteau, Dir.-Replacement Parts Europe. Additionally, the firm has a joint venture with
Roland Vardanega, Interim Chmn. Chinese automaker Dongfeng Motor, called Dongfeng
Claude Vajsman, Dir.-China Peugeot Citroen Automobile (DPCA). This joint venture
Jean-Christophe Quemard, Dir.-Purchasing operates two manufacturing facilities in Hubei. In May 2008,
Phone: 01-40-66-55-11 Fax: the company agreed to form a joint venture with Mitsubishi
Toll-Free: Motors Corporation to produce Peugeot, Citroen and
Address: 75 Ave. de la Grande-Armee, Paris, 75116 France Mitsubishi vehicles in Russia.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $73,365,900 2008 Profits: $-462,960 U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $79,196,800 2007 Profits: $1,194,510 Int’l Ticker: UG Int’l Exchange: Paris-Euronext
2006 Sales: $75,428,100 2006 Profits: $234,960 Employees: 207,800
2005 Sales: $72,260,021 2005 Profits: $1,321,479 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $72,065,303 2004 Profits: $2,113,870 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Y Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 3 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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PT ASTRA INTERNATIONAL TBK www.astra.co.id


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 26 Profits: 14
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Y Manufacturers: Y General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Y Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other: Y
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks: Y
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobiles, Manufacturing
Heavy Equipment PT Astra International operates in six business segments:
Financial Services automotive, heavy equipment, financial services,
Agribusiness agribusiness, information technology and infrastructure. The
Information Technology automotive segment manufactures, distributes and sells
Infrastructure various brand-name automobiles including Toyota, Daihatsu,
Car Dealerships Isuzu, BMW, Peugeot, Honda and Nissan Diesel in
Motorcycles & Four-Wheelers Indonesia. The division also runs new car dealerships, sells
vehicle components, runs a car rental service and owns a
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: used car subsidiary. The ASPIRA brand of car and
Toyota Astra Foundation motorcycle components is available through all of the
ASPIRA
company's outlets. Astra International’s heavy equipment
PT United Tractors Tbk
PT Sedaya Multi Investama
division, PT United Tractors Tbk., is involved in construction
PT Astra Agro Lestari machinery and mining contracting. The firm's finance
PT Intertel Nusaperdana segment provides a range of financial services including
PT Astratel Nusantara consumer financing, banking, general insurance and life
Komatsu Astra Finance insurance. PT Komatsu Astra Finance was established
through a 50-50 joint venture agreement between Astra
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be International’s subsidiary, PT Sedaya Multi Investama, and
intentionally listed here more than once. Komatsu Asia & Pacific Pte. The agribusiness segment, PT
Michael Dharmawan Ruslim, CEO Astra Agro Lestari, is involved in the total cultivation,
Michael Dharmawan Ruslim, Pres. harvesting and processing of palm oil. Astra International’s
Gunawan Geniushardja, Dir.-Finance information technology section, called Astra Graphia, is the
Phone: 62-21-652-2555 Fax: 62-21-651-2058 Digital Equipment Corporation USA exclusive distributor for
Toll-Free: Indonesia in the document solution business. The
infrastructure division operates through the company’s
Address: 8 Jalan Gaya Motor Raya, Sunter II, Jakarta Utara,
wholly-owned subsidiaries, PT Astratel Nusantara and PT
14330 Indonesia
Intertel Nusaperdana, specializing in telecommunications.
Jardine Cycle & Carriage Ltd. owns approximately 50.1% of
the company. In recent news, Astra has sold its stake in
Astra CMG Life to the Commonwealth Bank of Australia.
The company provides its employees with in-house training
programs at the Astra Management Development Institute.
In addition, Astra assists its workforce with education,
housing and transportation.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $7,621,190 2007 Profits: $707,960 Int’l Ticker: ASII Int’l Exchange: Jakarta-JSX
2006 Sales: $6,050,000 2006 Profits: $403,120 Employees: 66,000
2005 Sales: $6,215,100 2005 Profits: $554,500 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $4,758,200 2004 Profits: $580,000 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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REMY INTERNATIONAL INC www.remyinc.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 44 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Electrical Components
Aftermarket Remanufacturing Remy International, Inc. is a manufacturer of electrical
Original Equipment Manufacturing components for automobiles, light trucks and heavy-duty
vehicles, with additional operations focusing on the
aftermarket remanufacture of electrical, powertrain and
drivetrain components. Under the brand names Delco Remy
and World Wide Automotive, Remy markets a full line of
starter motors, alternators, engines, torque converters and
fuel systems. The company also provides private-label and
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: original equipment manufacturer (OEM) contract products
Delco Remy directly to manufacturers. In addition to automotive products,
World Wide Automotive
Remy manufactures a line of engine components for trains,
marine, and industrial vehicles. The company is North
America’s largest re-manufacturer of starters and alternators,
disassembling cores into their sub-components, which are
then cleaned, inspected, combined with new parts and
reassembled into finished products. The firm has over 3,500
customers principally in North America, Europe, Latin
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be America and Asia, which include General Motors,
intentionally listed here more than once. DaimlerChrysler, Toyota, Honda and Hyundai/Kia. Remy
John H. Weber, CEO additionally supplies consumer outlets like Advance Auto
John H. Weber, Pres. Parts and AutoZone. In December 2007, the firm sold its
Doug Laux, CFO M&M Knopf Auto Parts subsidiary, a distributor of recycled
James Steel, Corp. Treas./VP auto parts.
Harold K. Sperlich, Chmn.
Phone: 765-778-6499 Fax: 765-778-6404
Toll-Free: 800-372-3555
Address: 600 Corporation Dr., Pendleton, IN 46064 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $1,129,000 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $1,255,546 2006 Profits: $-122,517 Employees: 6,900
2005 Sales: $1,115,305 2005 Profits: $-96,984 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $1,051,200 2004 Profits: $56,400 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $500,000 Bonus: $434,900
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $425,000 Bonus: $229,400
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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RENAULT SA www.renault.com
Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 11 Profits: 6
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobiles, Manufacturing
Financial Services Renault S.A. is one of the largest automobile manufacturers
Commercial Vehicles in France. The company’s automobile division consists of
Two-Wheelers the Renault, Renault Samsung Motors (RSM) and Dacia
Farm Machinery brands based in South Korea and Romania, respectively. It
Automotive Maintenance Service designs, develops and markets a line of small to mid-size
cars, including hatchbacks and minivans, as well as light
commercial vehicles and two-wheelers, such as scooters.
Renault’s brands include the Twingo, Clio, Megane and
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Megane II, Scenic, Modus, Espace, Laguna, Kangoo, Vel
Renault Samsung Motors Satis and Avantime. The Kangoo Express, Trafic and
Dacia
Master are all light commercial vehicles; while almost all its
RCI Banque
Renault-Nissan B.V.
remaining brands are passenger cars such as hatchbacks
Renault Agriculture and sedans. Dacia’s models are limited to Logan, a 4-door
Renault Minute sedan, and Logan MCV, a station-wagon-like version of the
Nissan Motor Co Ltd Logan. RSM brands include the SM3, SM5 and SM7, all 4-
AvtoVAZ OAO door sedans. Renault's sales and finance division is
comprised of RCI Banque and its subsidiaries, a total of
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be approximately 60 companies, which provide sales, services
intentionally listed here more than once. and cash management for the group. In addition, the firm
Carlos Ghosn, CEO operates Renault Agriculture, a subsidiary that manufactures
Patrick Pelata, COO and markets farm machinery. The firm also has an
Carlos Ghosn, Pres. agreement with Claas, a leader in harvesting and haymaking
Thierry Moulonguet, CFO machinery, making Claas the majority shareholder in Renault
Patrick Blain, Exec. VP-Sales & Mktg. Agriculture. Renault operates a host of automotive
Gerard Leclercq, Sr. VP-Human Resources maintenance locations that run under the name Renault
Jean-Pierre Corniou, CIO Minute centers. There are 481 centers in France, 365
Jean-Louis Ricaud, Exec. VP-Eng. & Quality
Michel Gornet, Exec. VP-Mfg.
elsewhere in Europe and 74 internationally. Through its joint
Michel de Virville, Corp. Sec./Exec. VP venture Renault-Nissan B.V., Renault owns approximately
Patrick Pelata, Exec. VP-Product & Strategic Planning & Programs 44% of Japan-based Nissan Motor Co. Ltd. Nissan, in turn,
Marie-Francoise Damesin, Sr. VP-Corp. Comm. owns approximately 15% of Renault. The French
Jean-Baptiste Duzan, Corp. Controller/Sr. VP government has a 16% stake in Renault, down considerably
Jacques Chauvet, Sr. VP-Market Area France from the 45% owned a decade ago. In February 2008, the
Stephen Norman, Sr. VP-Global Mktg. company acquired a stake in Russian automaker AvtoVAZ
Odile Desforges, Sr. VP-Purchasing/CEO-Renault Nissan Purchasing OAO.
Phillippe Gamba, Chmn./CEO-RCI Banque
Louis Schweitzer, Chmn. Employees at Renault are offered training and continuing
Marie-Christine Caubet, Sr. VP-Market Area Europe development. In addition, the firm offers internships.
Michel Gornet, Exec. VP-Logistics
Phone: 33-1-76-84-50-50 Fax: 33-1-41-04-51-49
Toll-Free:
Address: 13-15 Quai le Gallo, Boulogne Billancourt, F-92512
France
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $47,578,900 2008 Profits: $754,140 U.S. Stock Ticker: RNSDF
2007 Sales: $64,891,000 2007 Profits: $4,360,950 Int’l Ticker: RNO Int’l Exchange: Paris-Euronext
2006 Sales: $54,787,900 2006 Profits: $3,882,700 Employees: 130,179
2005 Sales: $52,749,800 2005 Profits: $4,406,240 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $55,535,300 2004 Profits: $4,843,600 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 3 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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RENT-A-WRECK OF AMERICA INC www.rent-a-wreck.com


Industry Group Code: 532111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks: Y
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Rental
Franchising Rent-A-Wreck of America (RAWA) is a leading provider of
vehicle rental services, with operations in approximately 400
locations in the U.S. and internationally in Scandinavia and
Iceland. Through its Rent-A-Wreck and Priceless Rent-A-
Car brands, the company rents used-vehicles. RAWA offers
its Rent-A-Wreck franchises to qualified franchisees, who
may either rent or lease vehicles. All of the company’s
franchisees offer various vehicles to their customers
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: depending on local demand, which provides them with the
MBFG, Inc. flexibility to offer an appropriate range of vehicles for their
JJF Management Services, Inc.
areas. The firm’s marketing strategies have relied heavily on
the use of its strange name, but the firm has also involved a
few slogans, such as Don't Let the Name Fool You! and The
Smart Alternative. Recently, RAWA completed a merger
with MBFG, Inc., a subsidiary of J.J.F. Management
Services, Inc. J.J.F., headquartered in Maryland, operates
24 automobile and truck rental and dealership franchises
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be across the country, totaling about 2,500 vehicles. While
intentionally listed here more than once. Rent-A-Wreck adjusts to its new management and moves its
Kenneth L. Blum, Jr., Pres. operations to Laurel, Maryland, its franchise program,
Kenneth L. Blum, Jr., Corp. Sec. currently being redesigned, will not be available for any new
Jason Manelli, Media Contact prospective owners. In 2007, the company partnered with
Mitra Ghahramanlou, Chief Acct. Officer LeasePlan USA for emergency roadside service for its rental
Spence Cooke, VP-Franchise Sales vehicles.
Phone: 410-581-5755 Fax: 410-581-1566 Franchisees are offered several benefits including an
Toll-Free: 800-944-7501 accounting package, assistance with employee training, free
Address: 105 Main St., Laurel, MD 20707 US national advertising and discounts for vehicle purchasing and
maintenance. The company also sponsors Sullivan Pulling,
a father-son tractor pull team from Warsaw, Kentucky
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 32
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $300,000 Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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REXHALL INDUSTRIES INC www.rexhall.com


Industry Group Code: 336120 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Y Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
RV Manufacturing
Custom Auto Parts Rexhall Industries, Inc. designs, manufactures and sells
Class A motorhomes, self-contained and self-powered
recreational vehicles used primarily in conjunction with
leisure travel and outdoor activities. The firm’s new 2008
brands are RexAir and Aerbus, two deluxe motorhomes with
a variety of available features. Rexhall has also
manufactured the Vision, BaseCamp and the Sanscape,
which are now referred to as the company’s standard
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: brands. The models range in size from 27-40 feet long. All
RoseAir of the company’s models have optional patented TREX slide
Rexair
rooms, which allows the width of the vehicle, in certain
Aerbus
Vision
rooms, to be increase when parked. The company’s
American Clipper vehicles feature a steel frame that is 100% welded, instead
Sanscape of the traditional fastened method of constructing an RV
BaseCamp frame. The benefit of this method is that it provides more
Rexhall Parts Store strength and stability, as well as a quieter ride, than the
traditional methods. Rexhall manufactures its own molded
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be fiberglass components, drivers dash, upholstered items,
intentionally listed here more than once. cabinetry, counter tops, driver doors, front entry door and
William J. Rex, CEO exterior storage compartment doors. All products are
William J. Rex, Pres. produced from Rexhall’s manufacturing facilities in
Michael R. Pieper, CFO/VP Lancaster, California. The company also operates a service
James C. Rex, VP/Gen. Mgr.-Consumer Affairs center, named Rexhall Parts Store, which offers general
William J. Rex, Chmn. merchandise, as well as RV services. In addition to its line of
Phone: 661-726-0565 Fax: 661-726-5813 Class A motorhomes, the company manufactures and sells
Toll-Free: 800-765-7500 custom body panels and roof storage systems for the
Address: 46147 7th St. W., Lancaster, CA 93534 US Hummer H2.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: REXL.PK
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 100
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $249,600 Bonus: $72,354
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $72,800 Bonus: $48,586
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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RHEINMETALL AG www.rheinmetall.com
Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 22 Profits: 13
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Components Manufacturing
Military Vehicles Rheinmetall AG, established in 1889, makes automotive
Weapons & Ammunition components and military defense equipment. The
Defense Electronics automotive sector, run by Kolbenschmidt Pierburg AG,
Air Defense Systems specializes in module and systems production. This sector
exclusively supplies the new Audi A6 gasoline engine block.
Kolbenschmidt operates the following divisions. Pierburg
GmbH manufactures air management, actuator, emission
control systems and solenoid valves. Pierburg Pump
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Technology offers oil, vacuum and water pumps. KS
Kolbenschmidt Pierburg Kolbenschmidth manufactures various pistons. KS
Pierburg Gmbh
Gleitlager GmbH manufactures various bearings, permaglide
KS Kolbenschmidt
KS Gleitlager GmbH
and continuous casting products. KS Aluminum-Technologie
KS Aluminum-Technologie AG AG manufactures aluminum engine blocks. Lastly, MS
MS Motor Systems International GmbH Motor Service International GmbH mainly sells parts for the
aftermarket sector. Rheinmetall’s defense sector business,
one of Europe's top land forces equipment suppliers,
supplying many European military bases, operates the
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be following six divisions. The land systems division mainly
intentionally listed here more than once. manufactures combat vehicles including bridge-laying tanks,
Klaus Eberhardt, CEO/Chmn.-Defense Sector mine-clearing systems and armored recovery vehicles, as
Herbert Mueller, CFO well as offering turrets and weapons stations. The weapons
Ingo Hecke, Head-Human Resources and munitions division manufactures lethal ammunition, such
Ludwig Dammer, Head-Tech./Prod. System, Pierburg Gmbh as the 120 millimeter shells for the Leopard 2 tank, and non-
Andreas Beyer, Head-Law lethal weapons such as medium-energy lasers. The air
Peter Rucker, Head-Corp. Comm. defense division manufactures short-range antiaircraft
Franz-Bernd Reich, Head-Investor Rel. systems. The propellants division mainly manufactures
Joachim Stoeber, Vice-Chmn.
Gerd Kleinert, Chmn.-Automotive/CEO-Kolbenschmidt Pierburg AG
artillery charges, but also develops automotive, aviation,
Klaus Greinert, Chmn. medical and fastening applications for its products. The
C4ISTAR division manufactures technology packages that
Phone: 49-211-473-01 Fax: 49-211-473-4727 assist reconnaissance systems, command and control
Toll-Free: systems, fire control units, ground surveillance sensors and
Address: Rheinmetall Platz 1, Dusseldorf, 40476 Germany thermal-imaging systems. Lastly, the defense sector also
operates a simulation and training division, which
manufactures air, land and sea training simulators. In
February 2008, Rheinmetall agreed to acquire 51% of Denel
Munitions, a division of South African firm Denel (Pty) Ltd. In
March 2008, the firm agreed to acquire Dutch armored
vehicle manufacturer Stork PWV B.V. for an undisclosed
amount. In June 2008, KS Aluminum-Technologie expanded
its operations to Pune, India, signing a licensing agreement
with Jaya Hind Industries Ltd.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $5,154,670 2008 Profits: $179,860 U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $5,335,860 2007 Profits: $199,850 Int’l Ticker: RHM Int’l Exchange: Frankfurt-Euronext
2006 Sales: $4,830,920 2006 Profits: $163,870 Employees: 21,020
2005 Sales: $4,413,870 2005 Profits: $150,790 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $4,655,300 2004 Profits: $130,900 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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RICART AUTOMOTIVE INC www.ricart.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 17 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Y Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty: Y
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Reconditioned Airplane Sales Ricart Automotive, Inc. is the world’s largest new and used
Mortgage Services car dealership. The firm, based in Groveport, Ohio, carries
Van & RV Sales vehicle brands, including Ford, Nissan, Hyundai, Kia,
Chevrolet, Mazda and Mitsubishi, as well as vans and RVs,
at most of its dealerships, including the 66-acre Ricart Mega
Mall. In addition, Ricart provides service, parts and
financing. From the company website, customers can
search inventory by make, model, year and price; apply for
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: financing; get a quote; or check the Ask Patty website, which
Ricart Ford gives automotive advice to women. Ricart RV Land carries
Ricart RV Land
recreational vehicles, such as the brands Forest River
Central Ohio Credit Corp.
Ricart Aviation Sales
Rockwood, Forest River Roo and Four Winds Dutchman.
Ricart Credit Solutions The company is also a supplier of RV parts and accessories.
Ricart Cares Ricart is also involved in non-automotive businesses through
Ricart Chevrolet Central Ohio Credit Corp., Ricart Credit Solutions and Ricart
Ricart Imports Aviation Sales, which purchases and sells reconditioned
airplanes. In addition, the company does fundraising for
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be charitable causes under the name Ricart Cares. The
intentionally listed here more than once. company is family owned by the Ricart family, which has
Paul Fred Ricart, Jr., Co-CEO owned the firm since its inception in 1953. Brothers Fred
Rhett C. Ricart, Pres./Co-CEO and Rhett Ricart acquired the firm in 1982 from their father,
Rob Cathers, CFO and have since added nine dealerships in the Columbus,
Phone: 614-836-6265 Fax: 614-836-6563 Ohio region.
Toll-Free:
Address: 4255 S. Hamilton Rd., Groveport, OH 43125 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $152,300 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 460
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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RIETER HOLDING LTD www.rieter.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 29 Profits: 17
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Parts Manufacturing
Interior Trim Rieter Holding, Ltd. is a Swiss-based industrial group that
Noise Control Systems provides systems and services for the automotive, textile and
Thermal Insulation Products plastics industries. The group is composed of two divisions:
Dash Assemblies Rieter Textile Systems, which develops and produces
Plastic Extrusion Systems machinery and integrated systems for converting fibers and
Textile Spinning Systems plastics into yarns, nonwovens and pellets, and whose
Automotive Carpets products include spinning systems, extrusion systems,
pelletizing and plastic machinery and parts; and Rieter
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Automotive Systems, which develops and produces
Rieter Textile Systems components, modules and integrated systems from fibers,
Rieter Automotive Systems
plastics and metals, to provide acoustic comfort and thermal
Saifa-Keller
Magee Rieter Automotive Systems
insulation in motor vehicles. Reiter Automotive’s products
Rieter Asia include noise control, thermal insulation and trim products,
Rieter Automotive India such as absorbers and dampers, headliners, heat shields,
Hogra Holding AG flooring mats and systems, engine compartments and
Graf Group (The) encapsulations, door panel inserts, dash assemblies and
insulators, molded carpets and trim parts, package trays,
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be trunk trim, under-floor systems and wheelhouse treatments.
intentionally listed here more than once. Rieter's customer base includes Audi, BMW, Daimler,
Hartmut Reuter, CEO Chrysler, GM and Toyota. Rieter has subsidiaries and
Urs Leinhauser, CFO associated companies in Argentina, Belgium, Brazil, China,
Thomas Anwander, Corp. Sec. Germany, France, Great Britain, India, Italy, Canada, The
Peter Gradel, Contact-Corp. Comm. Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Turkey, The Czech
Peter Gnagi, CEO-Textile Systems Republic and the U.S. In November 2007, the firm acquired
Wolfgang Drees, CEO-Automotive Systems the textile component manufacturer Berkol, a division of
Erwin Stoller, Chmn. Huber+ Suhner AG of Switzerland, in an effort to expand its
Phone: 41-52-208-71-71 Fax: 41-52-208-70-60 technology sector for the manufacturing of staple fiber
Toll-Free: spinning machines. In February 2008, Rieter sold its
Address: Schlosstalstrasse 43, Winterthur, CH-8406 Switzerland machinery and systems for manufacturing plastics
granulates, the firm’s Rieter Automatik GmbH unit, to CGS
Management of Switzerland. In June 2008, the company
announced it would be closing its light vehicle parts
manufacturing plant in St. Joseph, Michigan, in response to
declining vehicle sales in North America.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $3,484,200 2007 Profits: $181,400 Int’l Ticker: RIEN Int’l Exchange: Zurich-SWX
2006 Sales: $3,164,100 2006 Profits: $135,600 Employees: 15,506
2005 Sales: $2,598,810 2005 Profits: $114,960 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $2,496,813 2004 Profits: $108,427 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Y Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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RIZZA AUTOMOTIVE GROUP www.rizzacars.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Parts & Service Rizza Automotive Group operates a chain of new and used
Financing car dealerships in the Chicago area. The group has eight
locations in Naperville, Tinley Park, Orland Park, North
Riverside and Bridgeview. Rizza carries makes including
Ford, Chevrolet, Lincoln, Mercury, Cadillac, Buick, KIA,
Suzuki, Oldsmobile, Subaru and Acura, as well as high-end
brands such as Porsche and Hummer. The company also
sells pre-owned vehicles and each dealership has a parts
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: and services department. When a customer purchases a
Rizza Rewards vehicle from a Rizza dealership, they receive a Rizza
Rizza Cash
Rewards card that allows the customer to earn Rizza Cash
Joe Rizza Porsche
Joe Rizza Ford
when they bring the vehicle back for servicing. Rizza Cash
Rizza Chevy is good towards the purchase of a new vehicle or further
Rizza Economy Corner parts and services visits. At the Rizza website, customers
can search the new and used inventory, schedule a test
drive and access the company’s finance department. In
addition, the company provides convenient separate
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be websites to search the firm’s inventory of luxury vehicles, the
intentionally listed here more than once. combined inventory of used cars or the bargain lot, which
Joseph R. (Joe) Rizza, CEO contains all of the company’s bargain priced vehicles. Rizza
Dan McMillan, CFO dealerships include Joe Rizza Porsche, Joe Rizza Ford,
Jim Mac, Gen. Sales Mgr.-Joe Rizza Acura Rizza Chevy and Rizza Economy Corner.
Phone: 708-364-2200 Fax: 708-364-2428
Toll-Free:
Address: 8150 W. 159th St., Orland Park, IL 60462 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 30
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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ROBERT BOSCH GMBH www.bosch.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Parts Manufacturing
Gasoline Systems Robert Bosch GmbH is one of the world's leading
Motor, Control & Motion Products manufacturers of automotive components. It has operations
Chassis Systems in more than 50 countries. The company operates in three
Electronics & Multimedia business sectors: automotive technology; industrial
Energy & Body Systems technology; and consumer goods and building technology.
Security Systems Its automotive divisions deal in gasoline systems; diesel
Power Tools systems; chassis systems; energy and body systems; car
multimedia; automotive electronics; and automotive
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: aftermarket products. Bosch’s products include braking and
Bosch Security Systems fuel injection systems, starters and alternators. The segment
Telex Communications Inc
is also involved in a joint venture with ZH Friedrichshafen AG
ZF Steering Systems GmbH
Bosch Rexroth
called ZF Steering Systems GmbH, which develops,
Blaupunkt produces and sells steering technology for passenger and
Bosch-Siemens Hausgerate commercial vehicles. The industrial technology unit includes
Accu Industries Inc Bosch Rexroth, which supplies a range of motor, control and
Shenzhen Wei Ning Da Industrial Co Ltd motion products, and the packaging technology division.
The consumer goods and building technology group deals in
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be power tools, thermotechnology, household appliances,
intentionally listed here more than once. security systems and broadband networks. The Blaupunkt
Franz Fehrenbach, Managing Dir. unit is a major name in car audio equipment. The firm also
Gerhard Kummel, Dir.-Finance & Financial Statements owns 50% of European appliance maker Bosch-Siemens
Rudolf Colm, Dir.-Sales & Mktg. Hausgerate. Bosch is a leader in antilock brake technology,
Wolfgang Malchow, Dir.-Human Resources & Social Svcs. clean diesel technology and factory automation. In March
Siegfried Dais, Dir.-Research 2008, the company acquired U.S.-based Accu Industries
Siegfried Dais, Dir.-IT Inc., a vehicle workshop equipment manufacturer, and
Siegfried Dais, Dir.-Advance Eng. Shenzhen Wei Ning Da Industrial Co Ltd (Weicon), a
Peter J. Marks, Dir.-Mfg. Coordination
Gerhard Kummel, Dir.-Bus. Admin.
Shenzhen, China-based diagnostics equipment specialist.
Wolfgang Malchow, Dir.-Legal Svcs., Taxes & Internal Auditing Bosch offers its U.S. employees a variety of benefits,
Franz Fehrenbach, Dir.-Corp. Planning, Real Estate & Facilities including medical, dental and vision coverage; long-term
Franz Fehrenbach, Dir.-Corp. Comm. care insurance; life and accidental death and
Gerhard Kummel, Dir.-Planning & Controlling dismemberment insurance; travel accident insurance; paid
Peter Tyroller, Dir.-Original Equipment Sales vacations; short and long-term disability coverage; a 401(k)
Bernd Bohr, Chmn.-Automotive Group & Systems Integration plan and a pension plan; and an educational assistance
Peter J. Marks, Regional Dir.-North & South America
Volkmar Denner, Dir.-Electrical Drives & Automotive Electronics
program.
Hermann Scholl, Supervisory Chmn.
Uwe Raschke, Dir.-Asia Pacific
Rudolf Colm, Dir.-Purchasing, Logistics & Insurance
Phone: 49-711-811-0 Fax: 49-711-811-6630
Toll-Free:
Address: Postfach 106050, Stuttgart, 70049 Germany
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $72,214,300 2007 Profits: $4,443,240 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $68,104,700 2006 Profits: $3,383,100 Employees: 271,000
2005 Sales: $64,638,900 2005 Profits: $3,819,620 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $50,801,000 2004 Profits: $2,270,410 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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ROLLS ROYCE MOTOR CAR LIMITED www.rolls-roycemotorcars.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Y Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Design & Manufacture
Luxury Automobile Sales Rolls-Royce Motor Car Ltd., a subsidiary of BMW, is a
Automobile Customizing predominant designer and manufacturer of fully customizable
Pre-owned Luxury Automobile Sales luxury automobiles. Bespoke, the company’s automobile
modification program, allows customers to intricately
customize any aspect of the automobile. Volkswagen
bought the company from its previous owner, Vickers plc, in
1998; the company name and manufacturing rights were
thereafter transferred to BMW. The company’s dealer
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: network, closely allied with that of Bentley Motors, Inc.,
BMW (BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE AG) spans the globe with locations in 31 countries. The firm
Bentley Motors
currently offers four primary vehicle models: the Phantom,
Phantom
RR4
Phantom Coupe, Phantom Drophead Coupe and the
Drophead Coupe Phantom Extended Wheelbase. Rolls-Royce also maintains
Bespoke a pre-owned service through its dealership network.
Through the years, the company’s models have included the
Phantom V, VI, from 1959 to 1991; the Silver Shadow I, II
and the Silver Wraith II, from 1965 to 1980; the Corniche I-
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be IV, from 1971 to 1996; the Camargue 1975 to 1986; the
intentionally listed here more than once. Silver Spirit lines, from 1980 to 1989; the Corniche, from
Tom Purves, CEO 2000 to 2002; and the Phantom, from 2003 to present. As of
Graham Lenden, Head-Mktg. 2008, the Phantom remains the flagship automobile for
Helmut Riedl, Dir.-Eng. Rolls-Royce. In April 2007, the firm announced production of
Xaver Franz, Dir.-Mfg. a fully-armored Phantom model, available initially in Europe
Graham Biggs, Dir.-Corp. Comm. and the Middle East. In 2007, Rolls-Royce sales rose by
Hanno Kirner, Dir.-Finance 25%, with 1,010 cars sold worldwide. In May 2008, the
Ian Cameron, Chief Designer company unveiled the first design sketches of its next new
Paul Ferraiolo, Pres., Rolls-Royce Motor Cars N. America Div.
Clint Kelly, Dir.-Asia Pacific
model, the RR4, set to launch in 2010. The new vehicle will
Ian Robertson, Chmn. be smaller than the Phantom, and come equipped with a
David Archibald, Dir.-Europe & South Africa newly-designed Rolls-Royce engine. In August 2008, Rolls-
Royce officially opened its new showroom in Central Hong
Phone: 44-1234-384000 Fax: 44-1234-384100
Kong. The Asia Pacific market is the fastest growing region
Toll-Free: for sales of Rolls-Royce cars.
Address: The Drive, Westhampnett, Chichester, West Sussex
PO18 0SH UK
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: BMW (BAYERISCHE MOTOREN
WERKE AG)
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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ROSENTHAL AUTOMOTIVE ORGANIZATION www.rosenthalauto.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing: Y
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealer
Fleet Sales Rosenthal Automotive Organization is an automotive
Repair Service dealership operating through approximately seven locations
Online Service Appointment Scheduling in the Washington, D.C. Metro area, Maryland and Virginia.
Rosenthal Automotive was founded in 1954 as a single
Chevrolet dealership in Arlington, Virginia by current
chairman Robert Rosenthal. The firm sells cars, trucks and
SUVs (sport utility vehicles). Brands sold include Chevrolet,
Jeep, Chrysler, Honda, Mazda, Volvo, Acura, Jaguar, Land
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Rover and Volkswagen. Rosenthal Automotive additionally
Capital Automotive REIT sells used cars and offers online service appointment
scheduling and an online parts order form. The company’s
dealerships in Virginia include Rosenthal Chevrolet,
Rosenthal Chrysler, Rosenthal Fairfax Honda, Rosenthal
Landmark Honda, Rosenthal Jaguar of Tysons, Jaguar
Chantilly, Rosenthal Jeep, Rosenthal Land Rover, Land
Rover Chantilly, Rosenthal Arlington Mazda, Rosenthal
Fairfax Volvo and Rosenthal Fairfax VW. Rosenthal
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Automotive’s Maryland dealerships include Rosenthal Acura
intentionally listed here more than once. and Rosenthal Gaithersburg Mazda.
Don Bavely, Pres.
Steve Ferouz, CFO
Robert M. Rosenthal, Chmn.
Phone: 703-553-4300 Fax: 703-553-8435
Toll-Free:
Address: 1100 S. Glebe Rd., Arlington, VA 22204 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 1,500
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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RUSH ENTERPRISES INC www.rushenterprises.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 10 Profits: 7
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Y Specialty Service: Y Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Y Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Y Paint & Body: Y Commercial Vehicles: Y Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks: Y
RVs: Specialty: Y
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Truck Dealerships
New & Used Construction Equipment Rush Enterprises, Inc. is a full-service, integrated retailer and
Truck Parts servicer of premium medium- and heavy-duty trucks, with
Repair Services Rush Truck Centers located primarily along the Gulf Coast
Financing & Insurance and the Sun Belt, in close proximity to heavy-traffic areas.
Leasing The company currently has two business segments: the
Farm & Ranch Supplies truck segment and the construction equipment segment.
Construction Equipment Rental The truck segment operates a network of Rush Truck
Centers that provide retail sales of new and used medium-
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: duty and heavy-duty trucks; aftermarket parts, service and
Rush Truck Center body shop facilities; and financial services including the
Rush Equipment Center
financing of new and used truck purchases, insurance
Perfection Equipment Inc
Peterbilt Carolina Inc
products and truck leasing and rentals. Each Rush Truck
Adams International Trucks Inc Center is stocked with a wide variety of Peterbilt and other
Rush Truck Leasing truck parts, with over 5,000 items from more than 50
Worldwide Tires suppliers. The firm’s Rush Equipment Centers offer a
Chrome Country complete line of construction equipment. Perfection
Equipment, a Rush Enterprises subsidiary, offers equipment
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be installation and repair as well as body and paint work. Rush
intentionally listed here more than once. Truck Leasing offers leasing and rental opportunities from
W. M. Rush, CEO PacLease and Rush Truck Financing offers complete
W. M. Rush, Pres. financial solutions. Both of these services are available at all
Steven L. Keller, CFO/VP Rush Truck Centers across the country. Rush Refuse
David C. Orf, Sr. VP-Mktg., Fleets & Specialized Equip. Systems offers a large inventory of work-ready trucks,
Derrek Weaver, Chief Compliance Officer/VP-Legal Affairs available and supported at all Rush Truck Centers.
Daryl J. Gorup, Sr. VP-Dealership Oper. Worldwide Tires provides commercial tires throughout
J. M. Lowe, Jr., Sr. VP-Corp. Dev. locations in Texas as well as on the wholesale market, and
Scott Anderson, Sr. VP-Finance & Insurance
James E. Thor, Sr. VP-Retail Sales
Chrome Country offers a wide variety of chrome parts and
Richard Hall, VP-Insurance accessories for Peterbilt, Freightliner and Kenworth trucks.
Martin A. Naegelin Jr., Exec. VP The construction equipment segment operates a full-service
W. Marvin Rush, Chmn. John Deere construction equipment dealership that serves
Phone: 830-626-5200 Fax: 830-626-5318 the Houston, Texas area. Rush Enterprises’ expansion
plans include the acquisition of dealerships in geographical
Toll-Free: 800-973-7874
areas contiguous to its current operations or otherwise
Address: 555 IH-35 S., Ste. 500, New Braunfels, TX 78130 US strategically located along major interstate highways. In May
2008, Rush acquired North Carolina-based Peterbilt
Carolina, Inc and Adams International Trucks, Inc. Both
acquisitions totaled approximately $40 million.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: RUSHA
2007 Sales: $2,030,779 2007 Profits: $51,492 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $2,350,523 2006 Profits: $58,786 Employees: 2,952
2005 Sales: $1,864,770 2005 Profits: $44,625 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $1,094,979 2004 Profits: $16,916 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $900,000 Bonus: $653,000
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Y Second Exec. Salary: $584,040 Bonus: $870,000
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y

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RUSS DARROW GROUP INC www.russdarrow.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 18 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Y Commercial Vehicles: Y Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Fleet Sales Russ Darrow Group is a leading automobile dealer in
Leasing Wisconsin, with 22 locations, and is one of the top 30
Repair Services dealerships in the U.S. The group sells both new and used
Financing vehicles, with a focus on the brands Chevrolet, Ford, Toyota,
Scion, Kia, Suzuki, Cadillac, Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, GMC,
Honda, Nissan and Mazda. The firm also has 18 parts,
service and collision centers that are located within the firm’s
dealerships. Russ Darrow Group’s website features a
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: search engine for new and pre-owned vehicles, as well as for
Russ Darrow Leasing vehicles that are priced under $12,000. Customers can also
check Internet specials; contact and make appointments with
the service, parts and collision departments; fill out a finance
application; receive an online assessment of the worth of a
trade; and build a specialized vehicle to meet the customer’s
preferences. In addition to selling new and used vehicles,
the company also has Russ Darrow Leasing, which leases
and finances trucks and commercial fleets. Customers who
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be take advantage of Russ Darrow Leasing’s commercial fleet
intentionally listed here more than once. services enjoy a fleet maintenance management program, as
Russell Darrow, Jr., CEO well as a fleet fuel card program.
Phil Harrington, CFO Russ Darrow offers its employees technician apprenticeship
Russell Darrow, Jr., Chmn. training, an employee assistance program, vehicle purchase
Phone: 262-250-9600 Fax: 262-253-7530 discounts, a bi-annual family zoo party, tenure benefits,
Toll-Free: flexible spending accounts and medical, dental, disability and
Address: W133 N8569 Executive Pkwy., Menomonee Falls, WI life insurance.
53051 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $147,300 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 445
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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RYBROOK HOLDINGS LIMITED www.rybrookcars.co.uk


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 9 Profits: 11
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Y Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Y Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Y Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Leasing Rybrook Holdings, formerly Ryland Group, is a leading
private car dealership in the U.K., with roughly 25
dealerships operating under the Ryland, Rybrook and Ryfield
names. The firm carries approximately 10 different makes of
vehicles, including BMW, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Mercedes-
Benz, MINI and Smart. The group also sells motorbikes,
trucks and a selection of used cars. Ryland's web site
assists customers in valuing their current automobiles and in
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: selecting new models. For corporate customers, the firm
Ryland Group offers car and fuel benefit calculators and a sales group
Ryland
committed to company fleet sales. In addition, Ryland's
Ryfield
dealerships feature parts and service departments and
personal financing. For businesses, the firm offers fleet
services for up to 250 vehicles in most of the models of its
new cars.

CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be
intentionally listed here more than once.
Peter W. Whale, CEO
Keith Hampson, Dir.-Finance
Nigel Thomas, Dir.-Fleet Dev.
Peter W. Whale, Chmn.
Phone: 44-1675-466-566 Fax: 44-1675-466-567
Toll-Free:
Address: School House, St. Philip's Ct., Church Hill, Coleshill,
Birmingham B46 3AD UK
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $3,032,000 2007 Profits: $-334,000 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $4,757,216 2006 Profits: $359,942 Employees: 2,026
2005 Sales: $4,817,566 2005 Profits: $447,052 Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $3,951,800 2004 Profits: $320,500 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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RYGOR GROUP LTD www.rygor.co.uk


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Y Specialty Service: Y Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Y Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Y Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks: Y
RVs: Specialty: Y
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Commercial Sales Rygor Group, Ltd., based in southern England, provides
Parts & Service vehicle sales and services through two divisions: Rygor
Distribution Services Commercials, Ltd. and Rygor Group Services. Subsidiary
Rental Services Rygor Commercials sells both new and used vans,
Warehousing Services minibuses and heavy-duty and light trucks under the
Mercedes-Benz brand name to commercial and corporate
customers in the U.K. It also offers optional parts and
service contracts and warrantees, as an official Mercedes-
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Benz dealer. The subsidiary has six locations, with four of
Rygor Commercials, Ltd. those offering sales of new and used vehicles and all offering
Rygor Group Services
services. The commercial truck Benz models include the
Mercedes-Benz National Apprentice Programme
Atego, the Axor, the Actros and the Econic. The company
also offers the Mistubishi Fuso Canter, a truck that ranges in
weight from 3.5 to 7.5 tons. Other industrial vehicles offered
include the Vito, which comes as a panel van, a traveliner, a
dualiner and as a refrigerator vehicle; the Sprinter, which is a
panel van, a traveliner, a chassis cab and a dropside; and
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be the Vario, which is offered as a panel van and a chassis cab.
intentionally listed here more than once. The firm offers finance, insurance and leasing contracts on
Barry Rygor, Managing Dir. its website, through Mercedes-Benz CharterWay, the
Khanh Dinh, Mgr.-Mktg. commercial vehicle financial services, contract hire and fleet
Jim Pascoe, Mgr.-Group Oper. management division of Daimler AG. Rygor Group Services
Andrew Lee, Mgr.-Bus. provides distribution services, trailer rental, contract hire and
Graham Drake, Dir.-Finance warehousing services to commercial customers.
Tim Stacey, Dealer Principal
Paul Reed, Dir.-After Sales
Rygor Group offers the Mercedes-Benz National Apprentice
Bill Kingsmill, Mgr.-Truck Sales Program, where school leavers train as cv technicians and
Tim Page, Mgr.-Van Sales parts specialists while enjoying full employment and a salary
during training.
Phone: 44-1373-855-555 Fax: 44-1373-855-525
Toll-Free:
Address: The Broadway, W. Wilts Trading Estate, Westbury,
BA13 4JX UK
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 350
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $53,200 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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S&T MOTORS CO LTD www.hisntmotors.com/abroad


Industry Group Code: 336991 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Manufacturing-Motorcycles
Motorcycle Accessories S&T Motors Co., Ltd., formerly Hyosung Motors &
Automotive Parts Machinery, Inc., mainly manufactures motorcycles and
accessories. Hyosung Motors changed its name shortly after
it was acquired by S&T Corporation, one of Korea’s largest
companies, in June 2007. Its products still retain the
Hyosung brand. The firm has two subsidiaries that
manufacture and sell the firm’s products: One headquartered
in Norcross, Georgia, named Hyosung Motors America, Inc.;
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: and the other based in Australia, Hyosung Motors Australia
S&T Corporation Pty. Ltd. It has also established a part manufacturing joint
Hyosung
venture in China with Chongqing Yinxiang Motorcycle
Hyosung Motors America, Inc.
Hyosung Motors Australia Pty. Ltd.
(Group) Co. In general, the firm manufactures seven vehicle
Chongqing Yinxiang Motorcycle (Group) Co. categories: Road Sports, high-performance motorcycles built
for speed and comfortability; Street Bikes, similar to the
Road Sports bikes, but built more for luxury than speed;
larger Cruiser motorcycles, built for long distance travel; an
Off-Road motorcycle, designed to handle mud, rugged
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be mountain terrain and jumps; several Scooters for everyday
intentionally listed here more than once. use; one Business scooter designed specifically for
Geun-Bae Park, CEO commuting; and three models of four-wheeled ATVs.
Geun-Bae Park, Pres. Including its two subsidiaries, the firm has 42 firms
Phone: 82-55-282-7011 Fax: 82-55-282-2664 distributing its products in as many countries.
Toll-Free:
Address: 77, Sungsahn-dong, Changwon, 641-314 Korea
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: 000040 Int’l Exchange: Seoul-KRX
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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SAAB AUTOMOBILE AB www.saab.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobiles, Manufacturing
Automobile Distribution Saab Automobile AB, based in Sweden and a subsidiary of
Merchandise & Accessories Retail General Motors, designs and manufactures automobiles.
Saab has operations in more than 60 countries around the
globe, with a particular emphasis on the U.S., U.K., Sweden,
Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Australia, France, The
Netherlands and Norway. The company’s U.S. subsidiary is
headquartered in Norcross, Georgia. The firm's models
include the 9-3, available as a Sport Sedan, a SportCombi
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: and Convertible; the luxury 9-5, available in a sedan and a
General Motors Corp (GM) SportCombi; and the 9-7X SUV. Saab is one of the smaller
9-5
manufacturers of cars, with a yearly production of
9-3
Saab Cars USA, Inc.
approximately 127,000 vehicles. International and Diplomat
Saab Expressions sales account for a large portion of Saab’s sales. The
Sport Sedan company offers Saab enthusiasts the Saab-i Digital
SportCombi Newsletter, which is published monthly and relates to the
Saab-i Digital Newsletter characteristics of Saab cars and the driving experience in
general. Saab enthusiasts may purchase merchandise
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be through the Saab Expressions line, such as pen and pencil
intentionally listed here more than once. sets, martini glasses, toys, and watches. The firm has been
Jan-Ake Jonsson, Managing Dir. partnering with Salomon, a ski equipment manufacturer, to
Gregory S. Deveson, COO/Exec. VP promote and create exciting new sporting events. Saab’s
Joseph Peter, CFO web site offers online shopping tools that allow customers to
Albert Steurer, Dir.-Planning & Program Mgmt. request a quote, receive competitive comparisons, estimate
Carl-Peter Forster, Chmn. payments, receive trade-in appraisals, locate dealers, build
Steve Shannon, Gen. Mgr.-Saab USA their own and request a test drive. In March 2007, Saab
Phone: 46-52-08-5000 Fax: 46-52-08-1538 added BioPower, a flex-fuel engine, to its entire 9-3 model
Toll-Free: range. In 2007, Saab revealed its Saab Turbo X, a driver-
Address: Akerssjovagen 10, 461 80, Trollhattan, Sweden focused performance car. In March 2008, Saab partnered
with Swedish clothing design firm Reflective Circle designer
Josefin Lassbo to create the Pure BioPower Eco Clothing
Collection, a clothing line made from 100% ecological-
organic cotton. Saab filed for bankruptcy in February 2009.
Parent company GM has announced its intent to divest itself
of Saab.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $3,073,100 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 12,858
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: GENERAL MOTORS CORP (GM)
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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SAAB CARS USA INC www.saabusa.com


Industry Group Code: 421110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobiles-Import & Distribution
Saab Cars USA, Inc. is the importing and distributing
subsidiary of Saab Automobile AB, a wholly-owned
subsidiary of General Motors. The company distributes
Saab cars across the U.S. through a network of more than
200 dealerships and three regional offices in California,
Connecticut and Georgia. The firm offers all Saab models,
including the 9-3, available in a sport sedan and a
convertible; and the luxury 9-5, available as both a sedan
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: and a wagon. Saab’s most recent offerings include its first
General Motors Corp (GM) SUV, the Saab 9-7X. Saab Financial Services Corp.,
Saab Automobile AB
another Saab Automobile AB subsidiary, partners with the
Saab Financial Services Corp.
Saab 9-3
company to provide leasing or financing for its customers.
Saab 9-5 The company has plans to move some of its manufacturing
Saab 9-7X capabilities, now in Sweden and Austria, to North America.
Saab Turbo X The firm’s concept vehicles include the Saab Aero X, a two
Saab Aero X seat sports coupe with a glass cockpit, which lifts to allow
entrance, inspired by the firm’s aircraft heritage; and the
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Saab 9-X BioHybrid, with a driver-focused cockpit design. In
intentionally listed here more than once. 2007, the new Saab Turbo X made its debut at the Frankfurt
Steve Shannon, Gen. Mgr. International Motor Show. The Turbo X is a limited edition,
Leslie Bublin, Dir.-Mktg. all-wheel drive performance car with the visual aesthetics of
Mike Colleran, Dir.-Sales the Saab 99/900 black turbos, while introducing cutting-edge
Phone: 770-279-0100 Fax: 770-279-6499 technology. In November 2007, Saab developed the XWD
Toll-Free: 800-722-2872 Cross Wheel Drive system, which is offered in the 2008
Saab Turbo X and Aero versions of the 9-3 Sport Sedan and
Address: 4405-A International Blvd., Norcross, GA 30093 US
SportCombi. In June 2008, the Saab 9-X BioHybrid won the
U.S. Concept Car Award. Saab Automobile AB filed for
bankruptcy in Sweden in February 2009. Parent company
GM has announced its intent to divest itself of Saab.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: GENERAL MOTORS CORP (GM)
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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SAIC-GM-WULING AUTOMOBILE COMPANY www.sgmw.com.cn


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 32 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Manufacturing
SAIC-GM-Wuling Automobile Company Limited (SGMW) is
owned and operated by three partners: Shanghai Automobile
Industry Corp. (SAIC); General Motors; and Wuling
Automobile Co. Ltd. SAIC has a 50.1% stake, General
Motors China has a 34% stake and Wuling Automotive has a
15.9% stake in the joint venture. Wuling Automotive is 75%
owned by SAIC. The three-way partnership was established
to produce mini-vehicles. SGMW produces over 200 models
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: that fall into the categories of commercial vehicles, rear box
Spark mini-van, double-cab pickup, single-cab pickup and mini
Newsunshine
passenger cars. The firm currently produces six brands of
Sunshine
SAIC
mini-vehicles, including Newsunshine, Sunshine, 6360,
PLN Chevrolet Spark, PLN and PSN. The Newsunshine,
PSN Sunshine and 6360 are similar to the mini-van, but have
General Motors Corp (GM) higher gas mileage and considerably less horsepower. The
Wuling Automotive Sunshine and Newsunshine, which are rear box mini-vans,
seat five to seven passengers, while the 6360, which is a
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be commercial vehicle, can only seat five to seven. The Spark
intentionally listed here more than once. is a Chevrolet mini passenger car that has a seating capacity
Shen Yang, Gen. Mgr. of five passengers. PLN is a single-cab pickup and the PSN
Dylan Wu, Sales-Africa is the firm’s double-cab pickup. SGMW is highly focused on
Tom Chen, Sales-America exporting the company’s product, and is currently sold in 30
Jason Ding, Sales-Asia & Europe countries including Chile, India, Poland, Thailand, Ukraine,
Phone: 0772-3750656 Fax: 0772-3719805 Philippines and Syria. The firm has regional sales contacts
Toll-Free: in Africa; America; and Asia and Europe.
Address: No. 18 He Xi Rd., Liu Zhou City, 545007 China
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Joint Venture
2007 Sales: $1,685,100 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 8,000
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: SHANGHAI AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY
CORP (SAIC)
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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SALEEN INC www.saleen.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Y Auto Loans: Online Marketing: Y
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Specialty Automobiles
Performance Parts Saleen, Inc. is a specialty vehicle manufacturer that primarily
Clothing & Collectible Merchandise modifies Ford Mustangs, with only a limited number of
complete automobiles produced every year. Modifications
occur in two categories: Performance enhancing engine and
suspension modifications; and external modifications to the
car’s design. In external modifications, many of the factory
parts are removed and sold. The stock body panels are
replaced with molded urethane elastomer panels that come
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: in eight additional colors beyond Ford’s palette. Engine
Ford Motor Co modifications either utilize basic changes or are torn down
S7
and rebuilt using custom racing components. All vehicles
S281 Mustang
Saleen/Parnelli Jones Limited Edition Mustang
are given a six-speed manual transmission, a 2.5-inch
S331 Sports Truck exhaust system, performance-tuned suspension, 18-inch
Saleen Special Vehicles Enkei wheels, Pirelli tires and racing gauges and pedals.
Team Saleen The cars are built as limited, serial-numbered editions and
Saleen Store (The) given letter combination brands, including the S7 supercar,
the S281 Mustang, the Saleen/Parnelli Jones Limited Edition
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Mustang and the S331 Sport Truck. The company’s close
intentionally listed here more than once. relationship with Ford grants it privileged engine architecture
Chris Theodore, information, allowing it to design specialty parts. Saleen
Laura Marion, CFO sells high-performance parts that can be added to the Ford
Michael Simmons, Chief Mktg. & Sales Officer Mustang or Focus, as well as clothing and collectible items.
Phil Frank, VP-Design It operates an approximately 200,000-square-foot
Michael Lingo, VP-Oper. manufacturing facility in Troy, Michigan, known as Saleen
Michael Lingo, Gen. Mgr.-Aftermarket Div. Special Vehicles. It also runs a fan club called Team Saleen.
Phone: 248-743-4800 Fax: Hancock Park Associates is the primary investor in the firm.
Toll-Free: In 2008, the firm began a restructuring and consolidation
Address: 1225 East Maple Rd., Troy, MI 48083-2818 US process. This entailed the consolidation with its sister
company, ASC, Inc.; the closure of the Saleen Store in
California; and the transfer of all operations to its Troy,
Michigan facility. In August 2008, the company held an
auction at its Irvine, California facility. The sale included 20
brand new unconverted 2008 Mustang GT’s; all remaining
Saleen parts; and the factory lot of machines, tools, cabinets
and office equipment.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 500
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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SAM SWOPE AUTO GROUP INC www.samswope.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 12 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Y Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty: Y
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Parts Sam Swope Auto Group is comprised of 15 wholly-owned
Service automobile dealerships in Louisville, Kentucky and eight
Trailers, Retail affiliated dealerships in Lexington, Radcliff and
Elizabethtown, Kentucky. The firm’s dealerships sell makes
including Pontiac, Buick, GMC, Cadillac, Saturn, Suzuki,
Honda, Toyota, Scion, smart car, Infiniti, Mitsubishi, Volvo,
BMW and Lexus. The company’s web site provides
customers with information regarding financing under the
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Swope Advantage plan, including quick quotes, specials and
Swope Advantage credit applications. The Swope Advantage plan turns the
smart center Louisville
Swope group of dealerships into buy-here/pay-here facilities,
where the customer does not have to go through an outside
bank or lender to get a loan to buy a car. The plan also
offers a referral program, where customers can earn $100
per person they refer that purchases a vehicle through the
Swope Advantage plan. In addition, customers are able to
schedule repair and maintenance service appointments,
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be order parts and view a virtual showroom of available new
intentionally listed here more than once. and used cars online. Sam Swope Auto offers a body shop,
Richard S. (Dick) Swope, CEO parts and service. In October 2007, Sam Swope acquired
Richard S. (Dick) Swope, Pres. the Clapp Buick Pontiac GMC dealership in Clarksville,
Michael (Mike) Sanderson, CFO/Exec. VP Indiana. In January 2008, the firm opened its smart center
Patti Swope, Exec. VP-Bus. Dev. Louisville dealership.
Patti Swope, Spokesperson
Samuel G. (Sam) Swope, Chmn.
Phone: 502-499-5000 Fax: 502-499-5009
Toll-Free: 877-535-7766
Address: 10 Swope Autocenter Dr., Louisville, KY 40299 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $434,300 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 725
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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SANLUIS CORPORACION SAB DE CV www.sanluisrassini.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 53 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Parts-Suspension System Components
Parts-Brake Components SANLUIS Rassini Corporation designs, manufactures and
Parts-Elastomer Manufacturing sells auto parts for original equipment manufacturers
(OEMs). The company is divided into four segments:
brakes, suspension-system components, aftermarket parts
and most recently, elastomers. The SANLUIS Rassini
Suspension Group designs and produces suspension
components for light and medium weight trucks. It produces
multi-leaf and parabolic leaf springs, as well as coil and
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: torsion bars springs. The firm is the world’s largest
SANLUIS Rassini Suspension Group manufacturer of leaf springs and produces more than 10
SANLUIS Rassini Brakes
million units a year. SANLUIS Brake Group supplies brake
RASCAL
Brembo
rotors, also called brake discs; brake drums; brake hubs,
NHK Spring Co., Ltd. also called assemblies; and other brake castings. Its brake
Rassini-NHK Autopecas Ltda. products are used in light and medium duty trucks;
passenger cars; and high performance sports cars, such as
in Corvettes and the Dodge Viper. SANLUIS Rassini’s
aftermarket activities mainly focus on replacement parts, to
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be which end the company has both online and traditional
intentionally listed here more than once. catalogue sales operations. Its elastomer segment produces
Antonio Madero Bracho, CEO high-density rubbers such as bushings used to reduce noise
Enrique Villasenor, Pres. and vibration; and other suspension support components
Sergio Mauricio Visintini Freschi, CFO that require stretching and elongation while remaining
Norman Jacobs, Head-Sales & Mktg. tension and torsion resistant. The firm has a research and
Fernando Valdes Orozco, Dir.-Human Resources development center in Plymouth, Michigan which uses
James Juriga, Head-R&D RASCAL, a type of software developed in-house specifically
Robert Anderson, Pres., Tech. Center for coil spring design as well as CAD (Computer Aided
Gustavo Zenizo Gonzalez, Sec.
Ruben Dario Gomez Castro, Corp. Comm.
Design) software such as UNIGRAPHICS and other off the
Antonio Olivo, VP-Investor Rel. shelf software. SANLUIS Rassini operates seven
Enrique Villasenor, Pres., Suspension Group manufacturing plants in the U.S., Mexico and Brazil; and
John Parry, Pres., Brake Group three commercial offices in Asia and Europe. The
Eugenio Madero Pinson, VP-Suspension Group company’s main customers are General Motors, Ford,
Antonio Madero Bracho, Chmn. Daimler, Chrysler, Nissan, Volkswagen, Toyota, Mitsubishi,
Phone: 52-55-5229-5800 Fax: 52-55-5202-6604 Honda, Delphi, Scania, Agrale, Continental Teves, Dana,
Toll-Free: PBR and TRW. SANLUIS Rassini has formed partnerships
Address: 220 Monte Pelvoux, 8th Fl., Lomas de Chapultepec, with Italian-based Brembo and with NHK Spring Co., Ltd., of
11000 Mexico Japan, with which it has formed Rassini-NHK Autopecas
Ltda. in Brazil.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $788,000 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: SANLUISA Int’l Exchange: Mexico City-
BMV
2006 Sales: $699,560 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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SANSONE AUTO NETWORK www.rt66automall.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Parts Sansone Auto Network sells new and used vehicles
Service throughout New Jersey via its Sansone's Route 66 Automall.
Financing The automall offers vehicle brands including Dodge, Nissan,
Ford and Kia. Sansone’s automobile services, also available
through the company’s web site, include sales, repair, and
financing. Service appointments can be scheduled online as
well. Customers are able to search for a vehicle by make,
model or price and obtain Internet specials on new and used
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: vehicles and services. The online finance department has
Route 66 Automall the ability to pre-qualify applicants applying for a loan.
Sansone is a certified dealer of Saleen/SVT, an enhancer of
Ford Mustang products. The firm has consolidated its
locations to create fewer but larger dealerships.

CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be
intentionally listed here more than once.
Paul Sansone, CEO
Joseph Massaro, CFO
Debbie Yaniga, Dir.-Human Resources
Phone: 732-815-0500 Fax: 732-815-2395
Toll-Free:
Address: 3401 Route 66 N., Neptune, NJ 07753 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 47
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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SANTA MONICA FORD LINCOLN MERCURY www.smford.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Y Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Y Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Fleet Sales Santa Monica Ford Lincoln Mercury is a major dealership
Parts & Service that services the greater Los Angeles area, selling over
40,000 vehicles a year. The company’s high sales volume
comes largely from its fleet sales to corporate customers.
Santa Monica Ford offers both new and pre-owned Ford,
Lincoln and Mercury vehicles at its dealership and to
customers throughout the country through its online
showrooms. Models sold by the firm include Ford
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Expedition, Ford Mustang Cobra, Lincoln Navigator, Ford
Santa Monica Ford Corp Edge, Ford Escape Hybrid, Mercury Mariner, Mercury Milan
and Lincoln Town Car. Santa Monica Ford’s web site also
provides detailed statistics and pictures for all of the vehicles
in its inventory, in addition to possessing online quotes and
finance applications forms. The firm also operates an I-CAR
certified collision center that offers free estimates and lifetime
warranties and that can perform painting, refinishing and
frame alignment and measuring. Santa Monica Ford's other
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be operational divisions include its auto financing and leasing
intentionally listed here more than once. services, a parts department and a service department.
Ron Davis, Gen. Mgr.
Ronald Davis, Pres.
Larry Rosen, Controller
Phone: Fax: 310-394-0643
Toll-Free: 800-798-5309
Address: 1230 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90404 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 85
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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SATURN CORP www.saturn.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Manufacturing
Saturn Corp., a wholly-owned subsidiary of General Motors,
manufactures compact and midsize cars. The firm was
founded in 1982 on the idea of making car-buying a no-
hassle experience and it still sees its no-haggle pricing and
sales policy as a trademark. Saturn’s models include the
AURA, the ION sedan, ION Quad coupe, the OUTLOOK, the
SKY and the VUE as well as a range of hybrid vehicles and
pre-owned vehicles. The AURA XE features OnStar Safe &
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Sound service, 17-inch steel wheels and a CD/MP3 stereo
General Motors Corp (GM) system while the AURA XR features an advanced audio
Aura
package and 18-inch alloy wheels. Saturn boasts that its
Ion
Outlook
AURA Green Line Hybrid is the lowest priced hybrid on the
Sky market, while its OUTLOOK is supposed to comfortably seat
Vue up to eight passengers. The VUE 07 Green Line is Saturn’s
Astra other hybrid model, a mini-SUV. The Saturn ASTRA,
unveiled at the 2007 Chicago International Auto Show, is the
result of a collaborative effort between GM’s European Opel
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be division and Saturn. The ASTRA is a compact sport car in
intentionally listed here more than once. three and five-door models. Parent company GM plans to
Annette K. Clayton, Pres. sell or close Saturn.
Sam Mancuso, Dir.-Mktg.
Lisa Hutchinson, Dir.-Prod. & Brand Dev.
Kyle Johnson, Dir.-Comm.
Jill A. Lajdziak, Gen. Mgr.
Phone: 931-486-5000 Fax: 313-667-8902
Toll-Free: 800-553-6000
Address: 100 Saturn Pkwy., Spring Hill, TN 37174 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: GENERAL MOTORS CORP (GM)
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 3 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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SCANIA AB www.scania.com
Industry Group Code: 336120 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 2 Profits: 2
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Y Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing: Y
Buses: Y Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty: Y
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Trucks & Buses, Manufacturing
Buses & Coaches Scania AB manufactures heavy trucks and buses and sells
Industrial & Marine Engines them in over 100 countries around the globe. It
Auto Sales manufactures a range of vehicles for construction and
Parts & Accessories specialty purposes including tractors, trailers, concrete
Construction & Specialty Vehicles mixers, garbage trucks and fire and rescue vehicles. In
Fire & Rescue Vehicles addition, the firm manufactures industrial and marine engines
Repair & Assistance for applications in boats, generators and other machinery.
Scania offers its customers financial services, roadside
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: assistance, computer-based fleet management rentals,
Scania USA, Inc. parts, and workshop services. In addition to selling its own
Svenska Volkswagen
branded buses, Scania sells vehicles manufactured by
Scania Irizar PB
Scania World Magazine
companies including Volvo, Mercedes and Renault. Through
Scania Power Magazine joint venture Svenska Volkswagen, Scania sells Volkswagen
Scania Fleet Management vehicles in Sweden. Scania recently launched a new
Scania Assistance ethanol-run bus and coach range that includes the Scania
Irizar PB tourist coach, featuring the new 470 hp engine.
The only bus manufacturer in the BioEthanol for Sustainable
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Transport (BEST) project, Scania began large-scale
intentionally listed here more than once. development of ethanol-powered vehicles in collaboration
Leif Ostling, CEO with Storstockholms Lokaltrafik (SL), the Swedish capital’s
Leif Ostling, Pres. regional transport company. Scania has been using ethanol
Jan Ytterberg, CFO/Exec. VP engines for more than 15 years and expects to deliver its
Urban Erdtman, Exec. VP-Sales & Svcs. Mgmt. ethanol buses into emerging markets worldwide. The
Magnus Hahn, Sr. VP-Human Resources company also offers vehicles that run on Rapeseed Methyl
Hasse Johansson, Exec. VP-R&D Ester (RME), ethanol, biogas or natural gas. The Scania
Carl Riben, General Counsel/Sr. VP World Magazine and Scania Power Magazine offer
Erik Ljungberg, Sr. VP-Corp. Rel.
Jan Ytterberg, Group VP-Finance
information about Scania’s products and services and news
Martin Lundstedt, Exec. VP-Franchise & Factory Sales, Buses in the trucking industry, available in five languages. In 2007,
Anders Gustafsson, Sr. VP-Sales & Svcs. Mgmt. Scania announced plans to establish industrial operations in
Magnus Hahn, Sr. VP-Human Resources Support Russia, including the construction of an assembly plant with
Henrik Henrikson, Sr. VP-Franchise & Factory Sales, Trucks an annual capacity of 10,000 vehicles per shift. The firm
Bernd Pischetsrieder, Chmn. also announced its entrance into the Indian truck market.
Per Hallberg, Group VP-Production & Procurement
Phone: 46-8-55-38-10-00 Fax: 46-8-55-38-10-37
Toll-Free:
Address: Scania AB, Sodertalje, SE-151 87 Sweden
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $13,700,000 2007 Profits: $1,320,000 Int’l Ticker: SCVB Int’l Exchange: Stockholm-SSE
2006 Sales: $11,251,700 2006 Profits: $944,663 Employees: 30,765
2005 Sales: $8,762,878 2005 Profits: $645,480 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $7,857,920 2004 Profits: $597,190 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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SEARS HOLDINGS CORPORATION www.sears.com


Industry Group Code: 452110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing: Y
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Y Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Y Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Department Stores
Catalog Sales Sears Holdings Corp., the parent company of Kmart Holding
Online Sales Corp. and Sears, Roebuck & Co., is a broadline retailer with
Automotive Parts & Services roughly 2,317 full-line and 1,150 specialty retail stores in the
Appliances & Electronics U.S. operating through Sears and Kmart; and about 380 full-
Health & Beauty Products line and specialty retail stores in Canada operating through
Sears Canada, Inc., a 70% owned subsidiary. The firm
operates in three segments: Kmart, Sears domestic and
Sears Canada. Kmart operates 1,382 stores in 49 states,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Guam, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, including 55
Sears, Roebuck and Co. super centers. Most Kmart stores are one-floor, free-
Kmart Holding Corporation
standing units that carry a wide assortment of general
Kenmore
Craftsman
merchandise and proprietary Sears brand products, including
DieHard Kenmore, Craftsman and DieHard. Roughly 1,063 stores
Lands’ End operate in-store pharmacies. The super centers generally
Sears Hardware operate 24-hours a day and combine a full-service grocery
Great Indoors Stores (The) along with the general merchandise selection of a discount
store. Sears domestic operates 935 broadline stores in the
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be U.S. and Puerto Rico that offer products such as home
intentionally listed here more than once. appliances; consumer electronics; tools; fitness and lawn
W. Bruce Johnson, Interim CEO and garden equipment; certain automotive services and
W. Bruce Johnson, Interim Pres. products; home fashion products; apparel; footwear; and
Michael D. Collins, CFO/Sr. VP accessories, including the proprietary Lands’ End brand
Richard Gerstein, Sr. VP-Mktg. merchandise. The segment also operates 75 Sears
William R. Harker, Sr. VP-Human Resources essentials/grand stores, offering health and beauty products;
Timothy Kasbe, CIO pantry goods; household products; and toys in addition to the
William C. Crowley, Chief Admin. Officer/Exec. VP offerings of the typical mall-based store. Sears’ specialty
William R. Harker, General Counsel/Corp. Sec.
James P. Mixon, Sr. VP-Oper.
stores include 857 dealer stores; 111 Sears Hardware
William K. Phelan, Chief Acct. Officer/Controller/Sr. VP stores; 16 The Great Indoors Stores; 62 Outlet stores and 15
Mark C. Good, Exec. VP/Gen. Mgr.-Home Svcs. Lands’ End Retail Stores. Sears Canada operates 121 full-
Douglas Moore, Sr. VP/Pres., Appliances line stores, 259 specialty stores, 37 floor covering stores,
Mark De Bruin, Sr. VP/Pres., Pharmacy 1,826 pick-up locations and 106 travel offices.
Nick Coe, Sr. VP/Pres., Lands' End Employees are offered medical and dental insurance; vision
Edward S. Lampert, Chmn. care; flexible spending accounts; short-and long-term
James P. Mixon, Sr. VP-Supply Chain
disability coverage; life insurance; business travel insurance;
Phone: 847-286-2500 Fax: 847-286-8351 store discounts; adoption assistance; education loans;
Toll-Free: vehicle, homeowners and rental insurance; legal services;
Address: 3333 Beverly Rd., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 US and pet insurance
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $50,703,000 2008 Profits: $826,000 U.S. Stock Ticker: SHLD
2007 Sales: $53,016,000 2007 Profits: $1,492,000 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $49,242,000 2006 Profits: $857,000 Employees: 302,000
2005 Sales: $25,868,000 2005 Profits: $909,000 Fiscal Year Ends: 1/31
2004 Sales: $36,099,000 2004 Profits: $-507,000 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $996,154 Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Y Second Exec. Salary: $745,224 Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 4 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

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SEAT SA www.seat.com
Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 24 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobiles, Manufacturing
SEAT SA, a subsidiary of Volkswagen AG and a member of
the Audi brand group, is a Spanish designer and
manufacturer of automobiles. SEAT produces eight models:
the Ibiza, the Altea, the Altea XL, Altea Freetrack, the Leon,
the Cordoba, the Alhambra and the Toledo. The Ibiza model
is a compact car available with either three or five doors; the
Altea is a five door MPV (multi-purpose vehicle); the Altea XL
is a larger version of the Altea; the Altea Freetrack is a four-
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: wheel drive version of the Altea; the Leon is a five door
SEAT Motor Espana, S.A. compact; the Cordoba is a four door notchback; the the
Altea
Alhambra is a five door MVP, even larger than the Altea XL;
Altea XL
Cordoba
and Toledo is a four door notchback, slightly longer than the
Ibiza Cordoba. The Alhambra, manufactured in Palmela,
Leon Portugal, is the only model not manufactured at the
Toledo company’s Martorell plant. In 2007, 398,704 vehicles were
Volkswagen AG produced at the company’s Martorell plant, which has an
annual production capacity of approximately 420,000
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be vehicles. Total 2007 production was 412,946 vehicles. The
intentionally listed here more than once. company’s top-selling models were the Leon and the Ibiza.
Erich Schmitt, CEO Within the coming 10 years, SEAT plans on expanding its
Erich Schmitt, Chmn. available products line to include up to 40 products.
Berthold Kruger, VP-Sales & Mktg. Upcoming products include a new A0-class model to be
Ramon Paredes, VP-Human Resources launched late in 2008, as well as a sedan, the Exeo, to be
Frank Bekemeier, VP-R&D launched in 2009. In November 2007, SEAT created a
Wolfram Thomas, VP-Prod. subsidiary, SEAT Motor Espana, S.A., to consolidate its
Ignacio Sanchez Leon, Mgr.-Corp. Comm. Spanish dealership operations. The new subsidiary
Jan-Henrik Lafrentz, VP-Finance
Francisco Jarvier Garcia Sanz, Chmn.
comprises nine company-owned dealerships.
Jochen Funk, VP-Export Markets
Ralf Brandstatter, Exec. VP-Purchases
Phone: 34-93-708-5869 Fax: 34-93-708-5527
Toll-Free:
Address: Autovia A-2, Km. 585, Martorell, Barcelona, 08760
Spain
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $9,154,000 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $7,580,190 2006 Profits: $-67,110 Employees: 13,014
2005 Sales: $7,204,910 2005 Profits: $-85,460 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $7,995,700 2004 Profits: $197,700 Parent Company: VOLKSWAGEN AG
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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SEGWAY LLC www.segway.com


Industry Group Code: 336991 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Personal Transportation Devices
Robotic Cargo Transportation Devices Segway, LLC, develops products used in the personal
transportation industry for consumers and businesses. It
manufactures the Segway Personal Transporter (PT), a
battery powered personal transportation device. The PT,
with a range of 24 miles per charge and a top speed of 12
miles per hour, uses computer processors to mimic human
equilibrium, moving forward, backward or turning in response
to the rider’s body movements. The device, not much larger
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: than the average pedestrian, was designed for use in
Segway Personal Transporter congested urban areas, as well as for various commercial
Segway Robotic Mobility Platform
uses. Available in a variety of customized models, the PT
works both indoors and outdoors, in a range of climates and
terrain conditions. The U.S. Postal Service has tested it for
use by its mail carriers and a model has been devised to suit
police and security agencies, featuring extra reflective
marking and cargo options. Other models include the x2
Golf, designed to accommodate a golf club bag; the i2
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Cargo, which can haul up to 15 pounds of payload in its two
intentionally listed here more than once. saddle-bag like storage bins; and the x2 Turf, featuring low
James Norrod, CEO pressure tires to handle more difficult terrain. Other product
James Norrod, Pres. offerings include the Segway Robotic Mobility Platform
Brian Cohen, CFO (RMP), a family of four battery powered devices used to
Jason Barton, VP-Worldwide Sales move heavy payloads in tight spaces over a variety of
Philip LeMay, VP-Advanced Dev. & Tech. terrain. The RMP devices, which range from $7,500-
Ronald K. Reich, VP-Prod. Eng. $32,000, are mainly designed for business customers. The
Carol Valianti, VP-Global Comm. RMP is controlled by either a USB or CAN serial bus
Monique Apter, VP-Sales, The Americas
Claude Le Blond, VP-Int'l Bus.
interface. Companies that have helped develop the Segway
PT include Pacific Scientific, Michelin, GE Plastics and
Phone: 603-222-6000 Fax: 603-222-6001 Delphi Automotive Systems. The company has recruited
Toll-Free: dealers to distribute the PT in major urban areas in 43 U.S.
Address: 14 Technology Dr., Bedford, NH 03110 US states, as well as Canada, Latin America, Europe, Asia, the
Middle East and Australia.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 120
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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SEQUA CORP www.sequa.com


Industry Group Code: 336410 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Aerospace
Automotive Accessories Sequa Corp. is a highly diversified company with interests in
Metal Coatings the aerospace, automotive, metal coating, specialty
Specialty Chemicals chemicals, industrial machinery and men’s formalwear
Men's Formalwear industries. The aerospace segment consists of Chromalloy
Industrial Machinery Gas Turbine Corporation, Sequa's largest operating unit.
Chromalloy repairs and manufactures components for
commercial and US military jet aircraft engines, as well as
marine and land-based aero engines. The automotive
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: segment is composed of two businesses: ARC Automotive,
After Six, Inc. Inc. and Casco Products Corporation. ARC Automotive
Precoat Metals
produces inflators for driver, passenger, side impact and
ARC Automotive, Inc.
Casco Products Corporation
curtain airbag modules. Casco Products is a leading
Chromalloy Gas Turbine Corporation supplier of automotive cigarette lighters, power outlets and
Warwick International Group Limited automotive accessories. The metal coating segment
MEGTEC Systems, Inc. operates solely through Precoat Metals, which applies
Centor Company protective and decorative coatings to continuous steel and
aluminum coil. The specialty chemicals segment is
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be composed of Warwick International Group Limited, which is a
intentionally listed here more than once. leading producer and supplier of tetra acetyl ethylene
Armand F. Lauzon, Jr., CEO diamine, a bleach activator used primarily in laundry
Kenneth J. Binder, CFO/Exec. VP detergents. MEGTEC Systems, Inc., the firm’s machinery
Andrew Farrant, VP-Mktg. segment, is a manufacturer of air flotation dryers and other
John Bollman, VP-Human Resources auxiliary equipment for the graphic arts market, as well as a
Steven R. Lowson, General Counsel/Corp.Sec. supplier of emission control systems for graphic arts and
Andrew Farrant, VP-Corp. Comm. other industrial applications. The men’s formalwear segment
Donna Costello, Controller/VP consists of After Six, Inc., which designs and markets men's
James P. Langelotti, Treas./VP
Michael Blickensderfer, VP-Taxes
formalwear and accessories under the registered trademarks
Robert L. Iuliucci, VP-Environmental, Safety & Health After Six, Raffinati and John Galanté. Garments are sold
Robert F. Ellis, Pres., Warwick Int'l primarily to the rental market. Sequa Corp. no longer
manufactures formal men’s clothes.
Phone: 212-986-5500 Fax: 212-370-1969
Toll-Free:
Address: 200 Park Ave., New York, NY 10166 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $2,183,816 2006 Profits: $65,606 Employees: 10,155
2005 Sales: $1,997,558 2005 Profits: $27,323 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: CARLYLE GROUP (THE)
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $1,578,200 Bonus: $1,378,714
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $845,252 Bonus: $651,919
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

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SHANGHAI AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY CORP (SAIC)


www.saicgroup.com
Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Y Manufacturers: Y General Service: Y Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Y Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other:
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Y Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks: Y
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Manufacturing
Motorcycle Manufacturing Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation (SAIC), a state-
Bus Manufacturing owned entity, is one of China’s largest automotive
Car Rental Services companies. The group operates roughly 50 manufacturing
Tractor & Heavy Equipment Manufacturing facilities, mainly near Shanghai, that make passenger cars,
Parts Manufacturing, Distribution & Retailing tractors, motorcycles, trucks, buses and automotive parts.
Consumer Finance & Leasing SAIC has branches in Korea, the U.S., the U.K. and Japan.
Insurance During 2007, it sold nearly 1.7 million vehicles, comprising
1.1 million passenger cars and 553,000 commercial vehicles.
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Additional group operations include automotive service,
SAIC Motor Corporation, Ltd. (SAIC Motor) insurance, parts distribution and retail, consumer automotive
Shanghai Motor Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
financing and car rental services. SAIC’s primary operating
Shanghai Automobile Import and Export Corp.
Shanghai General Motors
subsidiary is 83.83%-owned SAIC Motor Corporation, Ltd.
Shanghai Volkswagen Automotive Co., Ltd. (SAIC Motor). Subsidiaries under SAIC Motor include
SAIC GM Wuling Automobile Co. Shanghai Motor Manufacturing Co., Ltd.; 51.33%-owned
Wuling Ssangyong Motor of South Korea; and Sunwin Motor Group.
Istana Its manufacturing operations include SAIC Yizheng
Automotive Co., Ltd., used for the production of a light utility
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be passenger car with the nameplate Sabre, based on the
intentionally listed here more than once. platform of GM’s Opel S4200. Additional vehicle and parts
Shen Jianhua, Pres. exporting is managed by subsidiary Shanghai Automobile
Zhe Genlin, VP-Finance Import and Export Corp. (SACO), which also oversees
Zhang Guangsheng, Vice Chmn. importation of high-precision machines, testing and
Chen Hong, Vice Chmn.-SAIC Group/Pres., SAIC Motor inspection devices and other related items to support
Chen Zhixin, Exec. VP-SAIC Motor advanced manufacturing technologies. SAIC Motor’s main
Ye Yongming, VP joint ventures are Shanghai General Motors, a 50-50 joint
Hu Maoyuan, Chmn.
venture with General Motors Corp. (GM); and Shanghai
Phone: 86-21-2201-1688 Fax: 86-21-2201-1188 Volkswagen Automotive Co., Ltd., a 50-50 joint venture with
Toll-Free: Volkswagen AG. SAIC GM Wuling Automobile Co., a three-
Address: 489 WeiHai Rd., Shanghai, 200041 China way joint venture between SAIC Group, General Motors and
Liuzhou Wuling Motors Co., has the capability to
manufacture more than 340,000 vehicles annually. Finished
vehicles are branded under the Wuling name for sale
domestically and under export to more than 19 countries in
Southeast Asia, the Middle East, South America and
Western Europe. 1,000 of SAIC’s Istana brand commercial
vehicles, and other models, served as some of the official
transportation for the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: SAIC Int’l Exchange: Shanghai-SHE
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 64,343
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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SHEEHY AUTO STORES www.sheehy.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Y Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Auto Service Sheehy Auto Stores is a new and pre-owned automobile
Auto Finance dealer with 23 stores and 18 locations throughout Virginia
Collision Repair and Maryland, including Springfield, Richmond, Powhatan,
Ashland, Manassas, Annapolis, Glen Burnie, Waldorf, Upper
Marlboro and Alexandria. The company was founded in
1965 as Sheehy Ford, a small, family-owned car dealership
just off the Washington, D.C. Beltway. Today, the company
sells automobiles from a wide variety of manufacturers: Ford,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Nissan, Infiniti, Chevrolet, Honda, Kia, Dodge, Lexus,
Sheehy Markdown Mercury, Mitsubishi and Subaru. Sheehy is the largest
Maryland Automobile Dealers Association
retailer of Fords in the mid-Atlantic region, selling nearly one
out of every five Ford automobiles in the D.C. area. The
company sells approximately 30,000 vehicles annually. All
cars sold by Sheehy carry a three-day money back
guarantee and the Sheehy Markdown, which ensures that all
new vehicles are priced below list price and all used vehicles
are priced below blue book; it even features a bargain lot, on
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be which customers can find automobiles for less than $9,995.
intentionally listed here more than once. The company has an in-house collision center as well.
Vincent A. Sheehy, IV, CEO Sheehy’s web site provides links to each of the dealerships,
Vincent A. Sheehy, IV, Pres. where customers can browse inventory, schedule service
Michael Larkin, CFO appointments or apply for financing. Sheehy is a Forbes 500
Vincent Sheehy III, Chmn. privately held company, owned by President and CEO
Phone: 703-802-3480 Fax: 703-802-3481 Vincent A. Sheehy IV. In 2008, the Maryland Automobile
Toll-Free: Dealers Association (MADA) celebrated the successful
Address: 12701 Fair Lakes Cir., Ste. 250, Fairfax, VA 22033 US completion of the Sheehy 5000, a challenge by the
automobile dealer to its employees to sell 5,000 vehicles in
55 days, which resulted in over $50,000 donated to the
Susan G. Komen National Race For The Cure.
Sheehy offers its employees the potential for rewards and
recognition; a 401(k) with matching funds; and a company-
funded health and dental plan.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 151
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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SIEGEL-ROBERT INC www.srob.com


Industry Group Code: 326100 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 2 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Injection Molded Plastic Products
Automotive Decorative Trim Products & Systems Siegel-Robert, Inc. is an industrial manufacturer of injection
Packaging Solutions molded plastic products, serving customers in the
Fixed Gas Detection System automotive; safety and air monitoring; semiconductor
Gillian Air Sampling Products packaging; rugged computers and monitors; furniture;
Colorimetric Gas Detector Tubes pressure relief; and custom molded products industries. The
Micro Air Pumps firm has a presence in over 57 countries. Siegel-Robert
Safety Relief Products subsidiaries include Siegel-Robert Automotive; Advantek,
Inc.; Sensidyne, Inc.; and Continental Disc Corp. Siegel-
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Robert Automotive is a chrome-plated plastic part
Siegel-Robert Automotive manufacturer. The subsidiary makes decorative trim
Advantek, Inc.
products and systems for the automotive and non-
Continental Disc Corp.
Sensidyne, Inc.
automotive industries, which include grilles, nameplates,
badges, emblems, exterior trim, interior trim and door
handles, as well as products for motorcycles and commercial
trucks. Advantek manufactures packaging solutions that
include embossed carrier tapes, cover tapes, lokreel, barrier
bags and profilm wafer dicing tapes. Sensidyne makes four
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be core product lines: Fixed gas detection system, Gillian air
intentionally listed here more than once. sampling products, colorimetric gas detector tubes and micro
Dave Gilchrist, CEO air pumps. Continental Disc produces rupture discs and
Dave Gilchrist, Pres. other safety relief products to protect vessels, equipment and
Rob Haller, Mgr.-Comm. systems from overpressure conditions. In 2007, the firm was
Robert Bowron, Treas./VP ranked 108 on the Automotive News ranking of the top 150
Phone: 314-965-2444 Fax: 314-965-2452 suppliers to North American automakers.
Toll-Free:
Address: 12837 Flushing Meadows Dr., St. Louis, MO 63131 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $523,000 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 3,900
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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SIEMENS AG www.siemens.com
Industry Group Code: 335000 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems: Y
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Electrical Equipment Manufacturing
Energy & Power Plant Systems & Consulting Siemens AG is one of the largest electrical engineering and
IT Systems & Consulting manufacturing companies in the world. Based in Germany,
Lighting & Optical Systems the firm sells products and services to approximately 190
Automation Systems countries around the globe, including all 50 states in the
Transportation & Logistics Systems U.S., its largest single source of income. As of 2008, the
Photovoltaic Equipment company has reorganized itself to operate in three primary
Medical and Health Care Services and Equipment sectors: Industry, Energy and Healthcare. The Industry
sector’s portfolio ranges from industry automation and drives
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: products and services to building, lighting and mobility
CTI Molecular Imaging solutions and services, as well as system integration and
Siemens Corporate Technology
solutions for plant business. Additionally, this sector
Siemens VDO Automotive
Siemens Canada
provides networking and other solutions for transportation
Siemens Limited systems, including airport logistics, postal automation and
Siemens Healthcare railway electrification. The Energy sector offers a broad
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics range of products, services and solutions for the generation,
transmission and distribution of power, as well as for the
extraction, conversion and transport of oil and gas. The
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Healthcare sector develops, manufactures and markets
intentionally listed here more than once. diagnostic and therapeutic systems, devices and
Peter H. Loescher, CEO consumables, as well as information technology systems for
Peter H. Loescher, Pres. clinical and administrative purposes. Besides these
Joe Kaeser, Head-Finance activities, subsidiaries Siemens IT Solutions & Services as
Siegfried Russwurm, Head-Human Resources/Dir.-Labor well as Siemens Financial Services support sector activities
Heinrich Hiesinger, CIO as business partners, meanwhile continuing to build up their
Hermann Requardt, Head-Corp. Tech. own business with external customers. During 2008,
Peter Y. Solmssen, Head-Legal & Compliance Siemens acquired BJC, a leading Spain-based supplier of
Joe Kaeser, Controller
Erin R. Reinhardt, CEO-Healthcare
switches and socket-outlets; Innotec GmbH, a provider of
Heinrich Hiesinger, CEO-Industry lifecycle management solutions software; and U.S-based
Wolfgang Dehen, CEO-Energy rolling mill technology specialist Morgan Construction Co. In
Gerhard Cromme, Chmn. July 2008, the company announced layoffs of approximately
Peter Y. Solmssen, Dir.-The Americas 4.2% of its workforce, totaling nearly 16,750 jobs. The firm
Barbara Kux, Head-Supply Chain Mgmt. & Global Shared Svcs. has also begun to consolidate its more than 1,800 separate
Phone: 49-69-797-6660 Fax: businesses to fewer than 1,000, realigning its operations
Toll-Free: regionally as cost-saving measures. The company has sold
Address: Wittelsbacherplatz 2, Munich, 80333 Germany much of its telecommunications industry businesses in order
to focus on its core sectors of health care, energy and
industrial equipment.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $107,580,000 2008 Profits: $8,189,070 U.S. Stock Ticker: SI
2007 Sales: $115,406,000 2007 Profits: $3,535,760 Int’l Ticker: SIE Int’l Exchange: Frankfurt-Euronext
2006 Sales: $113,740,000 2006 Profits: $3,950,360 Employees: 427,000
2005 Sales: $90,670,000 2005 Profits: $2,702,000 Fiscal Year Ends: 9/30
2004 Sales: $93,455,000 2004 Profits: $4,233,000 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 3 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

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SIRIUS XM RADIO INC www.sirius.com


Industry Group Code: 513111A Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Satellite Radio Broadcasting
Sirius XM Radio, Inc. is a satellite radio provider in the U.S.
It offers over 130 channels to its subscribers, 63 channels of
100% commercial-free music and 54 channels of sports,
news, talk, entertainment, traffic and weather. The
company’s primary source of revenue is subscription fees,
with most of its customers subscribing to Sirius on an annual,
semi-annual, quarterly or monthly basis. The firm has over
19 million subscribers. Most subscribers receive service
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: through Sirius radios, which are sold through its web site and
Sirius XM Radio by automakers, consumer electronics retailers and mobile
Liberty Media Corp.
audio dealers. Sirius radios for the car, truck, home, RV and
boat are available in more than 19,000 retail locations,
including Best Buy, Crutchfield, Costco, Target, Wal-Mart,
Sam's Club and RadioShack. Sirius has agreements with
every major automaker to offer its radios as factory or dealer-
installed options in their vehicles. The company offers
programming over multiple platforms in addition to its
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be satellite and terrestrial repeater network. Sirius Internet
intentionally listed here more than once. Radio is an Internet-only version of the firm’s service, which
Mel Karmazin, CEO delivers a simulcast of select music and non-music channels.
Scott Greenstein, Pres. Sirius’ music channels are also available to certain DISH
David J. Frear, CFO/Exec. VP satellite television subscribers. The company also offers
James Meyer, Pres., Sales service in Canada. In July 2008, Sirius and XM Radio
Dara Altman, Chief Admin. Officer/Exec. VP completed their merger. The $11.4 billion merger created
Patrick L. Donnelly, General Counsel/Exec. VP/Sec. the second largest radio company (based on revenue). In
James Meyer, Pres., Oper. early 2009, Sirius XM, after years of massive losses, agreed
Scott Greenstein, Chief Content Officer
Gary M. Parsons, Chmn.
to a new alliance with Liberty Media, which also owns a
major stake in satellite TV firm DirecTV. In total, Liberty will
Phone: 212-899-5100 Fax: 212-899-5050 provide loans totaling $530 million in exchange for a large
Toll-Free: equity stake.
Address: 1221 Ave. of the Americas, 36th Fl., New York, NY The company offers its employees medical, dental and vision
10020 US insurance; domestic partner benefits; an employee
assistance program; life and AD&D insurance; healthcare
spending accounts; short- and long-term disability insurance;
and a 401(k) plan.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: SIRI
2007 Sales: $922,066 2007 Profits: $-565,252 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $637,235 2006 Profits: $-1,104,867 Employees: 973
2005 Sales: $242,245 2005 Profits: $-862,997 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $66,854 2004 Profits: $-712,162 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $1,250,000 Bonus: $4,000,000
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $891,667 Bonus: $512,500
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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SIXT AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT ag.sixt.com


Industry Group Code: 532111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 3 Profits: 2
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks: Y
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Rental
e-Commerce Sixt Aktiengesellschaft, along with its subsidiaries, provides
Automobile Leasing automobile rentals, full-service leasing, used car sales and e-
Used Car Sales commerce solutions in over 85 countries throughout the
Fleet Management world. Together with its licensees and partners, the
Insurance Services company has a worldwide presence of 3,500 service points,
with almost 1,700 rental locations worldwide, including 517 in
Germany. The company operates through two business
units. The vehicle rental unit rents automobiles, including
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: cars, trucks and holiday cars to corporate and private
SIXTI GmbH customers; it also offers a limousine service and used car
Sixt e-ventures Gmbh
sales. It possesses one of the largest fleets of Mercedes
Sixt Leasing AG
Sixt Holiday Cars
Benz vehicles in the world. SIXTI GmbH, a subsidiary of
Sixt, offers no-frills car rental with rates as low as about $7
per day. SIXTI provides customers with Smart Car or Ford
Focus models with Internet-only reservations. The other
business unit is the leasing unit, which provides a broad
range of leasing services, including pure-play finance
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be leasing, full-service leasing, fleet management, fleet
intentionally listed here more than once. consulting, billing and reporting. Sixt’s online platform offers
Detlev Patsch, COO access to its vehicle rental and leasing offers, the sale of
Karsten Odemann, CFO new and used vehicles, travel management and insurance
Hans-Norbert Topp, Chief Sales & Dist. Officer services. The company has partnership collaborations with
Karsten Odemann, Controller 45 airlines and 17 hotel groups worldwide. In recent news,
Detlev Patsch, COO-Fleet Sixt launched operations in China for the first time. In
Johannes Posala, Head-Sales, Svcs. & Contracts, Sixt Leasing AG August 2007, the company announced that it has formed a
Frank Kantenwein, Head-Admin., Sixt Holiday Cars new subsidiary, Sixt e-ventures Gmbh, to develop new
Dagmur Teufel, Managing Dir.-Sixt Holidays
Erich Sixt, Chmn.
Internet-based business models. In 2008 the company
Hans-Norbert Topp, Chief Sales & Dist. Officer signed an agreement with the ADAC, Germany's largest
automobile club, to include car rental in other European
Phone: 49-89-74444-222 Fax: 49-89-74444-282 countries. Also in 2008, the firm opened its first rental office
Toll-Free: in a German cruise ship terminal.
Address: Zugspitzster 1, Pullach, 82049 Germany Sixt prefers internal promotion to external recruitment and
offers continuous training and development programs for its
workers. In addition, the company offers all employees a
company car.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $2,306,200 2007 Profits: $137,500 Int’l Ticker: SIX2 Int’l Exchange: Frankfurt-Euronext
2006 Sales: $2,121,400 2006 Profits: $108,400 Employees: 2,341
2005 Sales: $1,963,500 2005 Profits: $82,100 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $3,113,800 2004 Profits: $30,000 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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SKODA AUTO AS www.skoda-auto.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Manufacturer
Automobile Parts Manufacturer Skoda Auto AS, a subsidiary of Volkswagen AG, is a major
designer and manufacturer of automobiles in the Czech
Republic. The company has one operating segment
engaged in the development, production and sale of the
passenger and utility cars, engines and original parts and car
accessories. Skoda has a presence in four geographical
regions: the Czech Republic; Western Europe; Central and
Eastern Europe; and Asia/Africa/Australia. In addition to
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: manufacturing facilities in the Czech Republic, Skoda cars
SkodaAuto Deutschland GmbH are made in Ukraine, India, Bosnia and Herzegovina,
Skoda Auto Slovensko, s.r.o.
Kazakhstan, China and Russia. Skoda offers four different
Skoda Auto Polska S.A.
Skoda Auto India Private Ltd.
models: the Fabia, the Octavia/Laura, Roomster/Praktik and
ZAO Evroavto the Superb. The Fabia is a small hatchback based on the
e4t eceltronics for transportation s.r.o. Volkswagen Polo platform that offers either a gasoline or
SKO-ENERGO, s.r.o. diesel engine. The Octavia (called the Laura in India) is
Volkswagen AG based on the Volkswagen Jetta platform and offers either a
gasoline or diesel engine. The Roomster, Skoda’s only
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be design that is not based on a Volkswagen platform, is a small
intentionally listed here more than once. 5-door vehicle that features a large rear bay and either a
Reinhard Jung, Managing Dir. gasoline or diesel engine. The model also comes in a panel
Okonom Fred Kappler, Dir.-Mktg. & Sales van version called the Praktik. The Superb is a four-door
Klaus Dierkes, Dir.-Human Resources sedan based on a Volkswagen Passat platform. The Superb
Eckhard Scholz, Dir.-Tech. Dev. is available in three different trims, the Comfort, the Ambition
Horst Muhl, Dir.-Production and the Elegance, with either a gasoline or diesel engine.
Holger Kintscher, Dir.-Commercial Affairs Skoda wholly-owns several subsidiaries, including
Reinhard Jung, Chmn. SkodaAuto Deutschland GmbH; Skoda Auto Slovensko,
Horst Muhl, Dir.-Logistics
s.r.o.; Skoda Auto Polska S.A.; and Skoda Auto India Private
Phone: 42-326-811-111 Fax: 42-326-721-328 Ltd., in addition to partial stakes in several subsidiaries,
Toll-Free: including ZAO Evroavto; e4t eceltronics for transportation
Address: Tr. Vaclava Klementa 869, Mlada Boleslav, 293 60 s.r.o.; and SKO-ENERGO, s.r.o. The firm operates in over
Czech Republic 100 countries around the world, with sales in the E.U.
accounting for approximately 76.3% of 2007 revenues. In
2007, the company sold 630,000 cars, with plans to reach 1
million by 2010.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: VOLKSWAGEN AG
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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SKYLINE CORPORATION www.skylinecorp.com


Industry Group Code: 332311 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Y Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Manufactured Housing
Recreational Vehicles Skyline Corporation, along with its consolidated subsidiaries,
Prefabricated Metal Buildings & Components designs, produces and distributes manufactured housing,
including single-section, multi-section and modular homes
and towable RVs, including travel trailers, fifth wheels and
park models. The firm, which is one of the largest producers
of manufactured homes in the U.S., sold approximately
4,608 manufactured homes in fiscal year 2008. The
company also sold 5,797 recreational vehicles in fiscal 2008,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: which are sold under a number of trademarks for travel
Nomad trailers, fifth wheels and park models. Skyline has 18
Shyline Homes
manufacturing facilities in 10 states; of which 13 produce
Aljo
Weekender
housing and 5 produce RVs. The firm’s manufactured
Hillcrest Homes homes are distributed by approximately 290 independent
Rampage dealers at 600 locations throughout the U.S. and its RVs are
Malibu distributed by approximately 190 independent dealers at 270
Trailrider locations throughout the U.S. The company’s RVs are sold
under nine brand names: Nomad, Layton, Aljo, Freestyle,
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Malibu, Trailrider, Mountain View, Rampage and Weekender
intentionally listed here more than once. brands. The RV market is made up primarily of vacationing
Thomas G. Deranek, CEO/Vice Chmn. middle-income families, retired couples traveling around the
Jon S. Pilarski, CFO country and sports enthusiasts pursuing four-season
Terrence M. Decio, VP-Mktg. & Sales hobbies. Housing options include Skyline Homes, Hillcrest
Christopher R. Leader, VP-Oper. Homes and Skyline Park Models. Skyline Homes and
Jon S. Pilarski, VP-Finance/Treas. Hillcrest Homes by Skyline can range from a one bedroom,
Bruce G. Page, VP-Oper. 400 square foot home to a 5 bedroom, 2,700 square foot
Thomas G. Deranek, Chmn. multi-sectional modular home, nearly indistinguishable from
Phone: 574-294-6521 Fax: 574-293-7574 conventionally built homes, which can be assembled on
Toll-Free: 800-348-7469 commercial lots. The Skyline Park Models are meant for
Address: P.O. Box 743, 2520 By-Pass Rd., Elkhart, IN 46515 US temporary use and are commonly used in resort or vacation
locations.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $301,765 2008 Profits: $-5,556 U.S. Stock Ticker: SKY
2007 Sales: $365,473 2007 Profits: $2,593 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $508,543 2006 Profits: $14,292 Employees: 2,000
2005 Sales: $454,324 2005 Profits: $5,452 Fiscal Year Ends: 5/31
2004 Sales: $433,900 2004 Profits: $6,141 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $300,000 Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $290,000 Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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SMART GMBH www.smart.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Manufacturer
Ultra-Compact Cars Smart GmbH (smart), part of Daimler AG’s Mercedes-Benz
Cars group, manufactures ultra-compact, fuel-efficient cars
primarily for the European market. Its sole model, the fortwo,
is just eight feet long, with approximately 7.8 cubic feet of
trunk space, and 12 cubic feet total storage space if the roof
is also utilized. The petrol model of the fortwo, has a top
speed of approximately 90 MPH, is rated at 48 MPG and the
diesel model is rated at 50 MPG under standard driving
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: conditions. First launched in 1998, the fortwo comes in two
Daimler AG models: the coupe and the cabrio. The fortwo coupe
Mercedes-Benz Cars
features a three-cylinder engine and plastic exterior body
smart fortwo
smart fortwo coupe
panels that can be exchanged and recycled. The cabrio, in
smart fortwo cabrio almost all other respects similar to the coupe, comes with a
smart roadster convertible top. The smart roadster and roadster coupe
smart USA Distributor LLC models incorporate sporty features such as a low-riding body
Penske Automotive Group Inc and turbo engine. smart’s line of special models includes the
cabrio i-move, which incorporates a console connection
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be specifically for an Apple iPod. The fortwo is one of six cars
intentionally listed here more than once. displayed in New York’s Museum of Modern Art.
Anders Sundt Jensen, VP-Mktg. & Sales Headquartered in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, smart USA
Ulrich Walker, Chmn. Distributor LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Penske
Phone: 49-7031-9071-163 Fax: 49-7031-9071-241 Automotive Group, Inc., is the exclusive distributor of the
smart fortwo in the U.S. and Puerto Rico. smart USA has 74
Toll-Free:
dealerships in 31 U.S. states, which began selling the smart
Address: 2 Liebnizstrasse, Boeblingen, D-71032 Germany fortwo in January 2008. During 2007, the firm sold 103,100
smart cars. The 2008 smart fortwo will be available in three
trim levels: an entry-level pure at under $12,000, a well-
equipped passion coupe, expected to start at under $14,000,
and a convertible, the passion cabriolet, planned to start at
under $17,000.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: DAIMLER AG
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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SOGEFI SPA www.sogefi.it


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 40 Profits: 28
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Parts Manufacturing
Fluid Filters SOGEFI S.p.A., managed and supervised by Cir S.p.A, is an
Suspension Parts Italian company that manufactures automotive components,
specializing in filters and suspension parts. Filters generated
roughly 51% of its 2007 sales and suspension components,
the remaining 49%. Approximately 65% of its products are
sold in the original equipment manufacturing (OEM) market;
22% are sold in the independent aftermarket (IAM); and 13%
are sold as original equipment spares (OES). The firm’s
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: filtration products include engine and cabin air filters; oil
Cir S.p.A filters; and fuel filters for both diesel and petrol engines.
Purflux
These filters are sold under the brand names Purflux,
Crosland
Tecnocar
Crosland, Tecnocar, Coopers, FIAAM and Fram. Its
Coopers suspension and precision products include compression
FIAAM precision, tension precision, coil, leaf and torsion bar springs;
Allevard Rejena as well as stabilizer bars. These products are sold under the
United Springs commercial brand names Rejna, Allevard Rejena and United
Springs. SOGEFI maintains eight offices and 40 plants in 13
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be countries. It has a presence in Egypt, Argentina, Brazil, the
intentionally listed here more than once. U.S., China, Italy, France, the U.K., the Netherlands,
Emanuele Bosio, CEO Germany, Sweden, Spain and Slovenia. By far, it largest
Euro Trapani, CFO market is France, which generated 23.4% of 2007 sales. Its
Pierre L'Alloret, Gen. Mgr.-Sales & Dev., Filters Div. OEM & OES other large markets include Mercosur (in English, the
Alberto Obert, Mgr.-Human Resources, Italian Subsidiaries Southern Common Market, a regional trade agreement
Nives Rodolfi, Mgr.-Admin. between Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay and Paraguay), which
Keith Drew, Oper. Gen. Mgr.-Filters Div. generated 13.9%; Germany, 13.2%; Great Britain, 11.8%;
Corrado Passera, Mgr.-Business Dev. and Italy, 9.9%. The firm’s corporate customers include car
Euro Trapani, Mgr.-Investor Rel.
Alberto Marastoni, Mgr.-Controlling
makers such as Peugeot-Citroen, Renault, Ford, Fiat,
Paolo Dalla Ca', Mgr.-Environment & Insurance Volkswagen, BMW, Daimler, Chrysler, General Motors,
Giampietro Dell'Orto, Mgr.-Kaizen Project Toyota, Honda and Nissan; truck makers such as Iveco,
Giorgio Poletto, Oper. Mgr.-Suspension Components Div. Mercedes-Benz, DAF, CNH, Caterpillar, Man, SCANIA and
Pierangelo Rota, Gen. Mgr.-Sales & Dev., Suspension Components Div. John Deere; Railway vehicle manufacturers Bombardier and
Rodolfo De Benedetti, Chmn. Alstom; and others, including Berco.
Mario Milani, Chmn.-Sogefi Filtration, S. America
Roberto Fabris, Mgr.-Purchasing
Phone: 39-02-467501 Fax: 39-02-43511348
Toll-Free:
Address: Via Flavio Gioia, 8, Milano, 20149 Italy
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $1,661,200 2007 Profits: $80,900 Int’l Ticker: SGFI Int’l Exchange: Milan-BI
2006 Sales: $1,578,800 2006 Profits: $78,700 Employees: 6,303
2005 Sales: $1,399,030 2005 Profits: $61,100 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $1,317,800 2004 Profits: $51,700 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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SONIC AUTOMOTIVE INC www.sonicautomotive.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 4 Profits: 5
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Y Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Collision Repair Centers Sonic Automotive, Inc. is one of the leading U.S. automotive
Auto Parts retailers, operating 169 dealership franchises nationwide.
Insurance The firm’s dealerships offer new and used cars and trucks;
Financing replacement parts; and services including repair, finance and
insurance. These dealerships feature a total of 33 brands of
cars and light trucks, including Honda, Ford, BMW, General
Motors, Toyota, Chrysler, Nissan and Mercedes. The firm
derives 61% of its revenue from the sale of new vehicles;
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: 23% from the sale of used vehicles; 14% from parts, service
and collision repairs; and 2% from financing, insurance and
other items. Most of the company’s dealerships sell either
luxury or mid-line import brands, but Sonic is also involved
with the sales of certified pre-owned and value used
vehicles, vehicles that originate as trade-ins and would
normally be wholesaled, but are instead sold for $10,000 or
less. In addition to its dealerships, Sonic operates 34
collision repair centers in 15 states. Sonic has an aggressive
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be expansion strategy focused primarily on metropolitan
intentionally listed here more than once. markets in the Southeast, Southwest, Midwest and
O. Bruton Smith, CEO California, which are experiencing rapid population growth.
B. Scott Smith, Pres. This strategy involves acquiring dealerships currently
David P. Cosper, CFO performing at or below the industry average but which have
Stephen K. Coss, General Counsel/Sr. VP/Sec. attractive product lines or key locations. It also involves
B. Scott Smith, Chief Strategic Officer increasing sales of products and services such as finance,
O. Bruton Smith, Chmn. insurance, parts, service and repair, because these products
Phone: 704-566-2400 Fax: 704-531-6760 and services have higher profit margins than automobiles.
Toll-Free:
Address: 6415 Idlewild Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28212 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: SAH
2007 Sales: $8,336,933 2007 Profits: $95,502 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $7,985,079 2006 Profits: $81,117 Employees: 11,400
2005 Sales: $7,278,720 2005 Profits: $91,861 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $6,470,050 2004 Profits: $86,071 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $1,100,000 Bonus: $1,117,935
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $950,000 Bonus: $965,489
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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SPARTAN MOTORS INC www.spartanmotors.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 57 Profits: 37
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Y Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Heavy-Duty Chassis Manufacturing
Custom Chassis Spartan Motors, Inc. is a world leader in the engineering,
Aerial Ladder Components design and manufacturing of heavy-duty custom platforms
and emergency vehicles. The company has four operating
subsidiaries, divided into two segments: Spartan Chassis,
comprised of subsidiary Spartan Motors Chassis, Inc., which
generated roughly 90.3% of net sales in 2007; and the
EVTeam, which consists of Crimson Fire, Road Rescue Inc.
and Crimson Fire Aerials, Inc. Spartan Chassis is a
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: designer, engineer and manufacturer of custom heavy-duty
Spartan Motors Chassis, Inc. chassis, including fire truck, motorhome and specialty vehicle
Road Rescue, Inc.
chassis. Fire truck models include the Gladiator, the
Crimson Fire
Crimson Fire Aerials, Inc.
MetroStar and the Furion. Motorhome chassis include the
EVTeam NVS, Mountain Master, K2, K3 and ME2 series. Spartan
Chassis manufactures specialty vehicle chassis including
models for military vehicles, cement mixers, trolleys, utility
trucks and crash and rescue vehicles. Crimson Fire
engineers, manufactures and markets custom and
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be commercial fire apparatus products through a network of
intentionally listed here more than once. dealers throughout North America. Crimson Aerials
John E. Sztykiel, CEO engineers and manufactures aerial ladder components for
John E. Sztykiel, Pres. fire trucks, which it sells to Crimson Fire. Road Rescue
James W. Knapp, CFO/Sr. VP engineers, manufactures and markets a line of premium,
James W. Knapp, Corp. Sec. custom advanced-care ambulances and rescue vehicles,
James W. Knapp, Treas. which it markets through a dealer network throughout the
Richard J. Schalter, Exec. VP U.S. and Canada. The company has five U.S. patents.
William F. Foster, VP During 2007, Spartan Chassis expanded its manufacturing
David R. Wilson, Chmn.
capacity with the acquisition of two facilities near Charlotte,
Phone: 517-543-6400 Fax: 517-543-9269 Michigan.
Toll-Free:
Address: 1000 Reynolds Rd., P.O. Box 440, Charlotte, MI 48813
US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: SPAR
2007 Sales: $681,922 2007 Profits: $24,504 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $445,378 2006 Profits: $16,828 Employees: 1,855
2005 Sales: $343,007 2005 Profits: $8,292 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $312,270 2004 Profits: $5,882 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $330,583 Bonus: $468,675
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $294,612 Bonus: $375,848
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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SPECIAL DEVICES INCORPORATED www.specialdevices.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Airbags Initiator Systems
Propellants Special Devices, Inc. (SDI), founded in the 1950s as a
Electronic Detonator Products special effects company, today provides engineered
Micro Gas Generators energetic devices for the automotive, defense, aerospace
Composite Molded Assemblies and mining and blasting industries. The firm’s defense and
aerospace products include a variety of propellants in more
than 150 design variations. SDI’s 4-pin initiator family
features hermetically sealed propellant charges; stainless
steel glass-to-metal seal housing; dual and single bridgewire;
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: lead wires; and filters. The company makes electronic
detonator products for the mining and blasting industries.
SDI’s automotive products include initiators, which are
pyrotechnic devices used primarily in automotive airbag
systems. The initiator activates the inflator of an airbag,
which then causes the deployment of the actual bag. The
firm has been working with Philips Semiconductors to make
smart airbag initiators, called squibs. In addition to initiators,
the company also makes micro gas generators that remove
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be seatbelt slack in the event of a collision, as well as composite
intentionally listed here more than once. molded assemblies and other pyrotechnic devices, including
Christopher (Chris) Hunter, CEO actuators, pin pullers, release bolts and electrical
Christopher (Chris) Hunter, Pres. disconnects.
Harry Rector, CFO SDI offers its employees an education reimbursement
Thomas R. (Tom) Cessario, VP-Human Resources program, a U.S. Savings Bond program, an employee
Nicholas J. (Nick) Bruge, VP/Gen. Mgr.-World Wide Automotive assistance program, credit union membership, employee
Thomas R. (Tom) Cessario, VP-Regulatory Affairs
Mike Rowland, VP/Gen. Mgr.-Defense & Aerospace
awards programs, flexible spending accounts and medical,
Gerald J. (Jerry) Shipp, VP/Gen. Mgr.-Worldwide Mining & Blasting dental, vision, prescription, life, AD&D and disability
John F. Lehman, Chmn. insurance.
Phone: 805-553-1200 Fax: 805-553-1211
Toll-Free:
Address: 14370 White Sage Rd., Moorpark, CA 93021 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 570
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $105,500 2004 Profits: $-1,700 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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SPECTRA PREMIUM INDUSTRIES INC


www.spectrapremium.com/spectra.html
Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Aftermarket Remanufactured Parts
Heat-Transfer Products Spectra Premium Industries, Inc. manufactures automobile
Underbody Components and light truck parts for original equipment manufacturers
(OEMs) and the aftermarket sector. It primarily supplies
heat-transfer and underbody components, with additional
operations focused on cooling system elements (such as
condensers and compressors), heater cores, oil sending
units, fuel pumps and replacement body panels for classic
cars. Its body panels are sold under the brand name
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: American Designers. The firm has more than 500 models of
SPI Distribution fuel tanks compatible with foreign, domestic and classic cars.
Spectra Premium’s OEM contracts include supplying steel
fuel tanks and aluminum radiators for companies such as
GM, Daimler, Chrysler and Bombardier Recreational
Products. The company operates a total of seven
manufacturing plants, five of which are operated by Spectra
Premium North America, and two of which are operated by
subsidiary Trimag. The company maintains a global network
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be of 19 distribution centers in Canada, the U.S. and Europe;
intentionally listed here more than once. and its distribution network comprises 200 warehouses and
Jacques Mombleau, CEO 10,000 points of sale, mainly operated by third-party
Jacques Mombleau, Pres. retailers. In January 2007, the firm was taken private in a
Denis Poirier, CFO/Exec. VP merger with 6551399 Canada, Inc., a company controlled by
Jason Best, VP-Sales & Mktg., Aftermarket Spectra Premium’s senior management.
Richard J. Grenier, VP-Human Resources
Bernard Blouin, VP-Eng.
Louis Juneau, VP-Legal Affairs/Corp. Sec.
Cathi Owen, VP-Oper., Heat Transfer Prod.
Daniel Mais, VP/Corp. Controller
Kerry Best, Exec. VP-Aftermarket, North America
Denis Charest, Chmn.
Peter Butler, Pres., Spectra Premium Europe
Phone: 450-641-3090 Fax: 450-641-3866
Toll-Free: 888-910-8888
Address: 1421 Ampere St., Boucherville, QC J4B 5Z5 Canada
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: SPD Int’l Exchange: Toronto-TSX
2006 Sales: $231,800 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 1,500
2005 Sales: $216,972 2005 Profits: $-1,169 Fiscal Year Ends: 1/31
2004 Sales: $172,800 2004 Profits: $1,700 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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SPITZER MANAGEMENT INC www.spitzer.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Y Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Property Management Spitzer Management, Inc. is a new and pre-owned
Parts & Service automobile dealer with approximately 29 automobile
Marina Management dealerships in Ohio, Pennsylvania and Florida. Spitzer offers
Golf Course Management car financing and sells both new and used vehicles from
Financing such model brands as Acura, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet,
Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, GMC, Jeep, KIA, Mitsubishi,
Oldsmobile, Pontiac, Toyota and Volkswagen. Through the
company’s web site, customers are able to search the
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: inventory, build a vehicle, compare vehicles, apply for credit
Spitzer Collision Center and obtain product information. Spitzer Collision Center, one
Spitzer Marinas
of the company’s other operating divisions, offers complete
Pheasant Run
auto body repair with frame and unibody repair, state-of-the-
art color matching, lifetime guarantees, replacement car
rentals and 24-hour towing. Vehicle owners can schedule
service and maintenance, request parts and set up an
appointment with the collision center via the company's web
site. In addition to its automotive dealerships, the company
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be also operates Spitzer Marinas, which includes two marinas in
intentionally listed here more than once. Lorain, Ohio; and it owns Pheasant Run golf course.
Alan Spitzer, CEO
Tom Bury, CFO
Ed Grasso, Dir.-Tech.
Alan Spitzer, Chmn.
Phone: 440-323-4671 Fax: 440-323-3623
Toll-Free:
Address: 150 E. Bridge St., Elyria, OH 44035 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 1,000
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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SSANGYONG MOTOR CO www.smotor.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Manufacturer
SUVs SsangYong Motor Co., controlled 51 % by Shanghai
Passenger Cars Automotive Industry Corp (SAIC), is a leading Korean
Multi-Purpose Vehicles automobile manufacturer specializing in luxury SUVs,
passenger cars, sports utility trucks and multi-purpose
vehicles (MPVs). The company has historically
manufactured commercial trucks, jeeps, special purpose
vehicles and construction equipment, but now focuses
mainly on light commercial vehicles. SsangYong was the
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: first company to introduce a sports utility truck, the Musso
Rexton Sports, to the Korean market. Currently, the company
Musso
produces five SUVs, including the Rexton, Musso, Kyron,
Korando
Chairman
Korando, Actyon and Actyon Sports. The firm’s luxury
Rodius/Stavic passenger car, the new Chairman, has a Mercedes-Benz 6-
Shanghai Automotive Industry Corp (SAIC) cylinder engine, and has options for an electronic leg
Kyron supporter and power massagers in the seats. The
Actyon Rodius/Stavic is SsangYong’s MPV, which features seating
variation for between nine and 11 passengers, as well as
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be seatback and pocket tables, sliding second and third row
intentionally listed here more than once. seats and the ability to switch the second row seats so they
Hyung-Tak Choi, Co-CEO face toward the back instead of front. The company’s global
Hyung-Tak Choi, Pres. network spans Europe, including the Commonwealth of
Qing Song Lan, Co-CEO/Sr. VP Independent States; the Middle East; Asia, with particular
Hai Tao Zhang, Co-CEO focus on China; the Pacific region and Oceania, including
Sang Tae Han, Managing Dir. Australia; Central and South America; and Africa.
Sang Cheol Gwak, Managing Dir. SsangYong’s primary manufacturing plant is located just
Phone: 82-31-610-1114 Fax: 82-31-610-3700 south of Seoul in Pyungtaek, South Korea, and has an
Toll-Free: annual manufacturing capacity of 210,000 vehicles. This
Address: 150-3 Chilgoi-dong, Pyungtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do, 459- facility also contains the company’s head office and research
711 Korea and development center. A second plant, in Changwon,
South Korea, manufactures gasoline and diesel engines,
transmissions, transaxles and rear ends for SsangYong’s
SUVs and passenger cars. In January 2009, the firm filed for
bankruptcy.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: 003620 Int’l Exchange: Seoul-KRX
2006 Sales: $3,175,384 2006 Profits: $-210,802 Employees: 7,100
2005 Sales: $3,661,464 2005 Profits: $-111,188 Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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STACKPOLE LIMITED COMPANY www.stackpole.on.ca


Industry Group Code: 336350 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 6 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturing
Engine & Transmission Components Stackpole Limited, based in Ontario, Canada, is a
Gears manufacturer and assembler of highly engineered,
technologically differentiated automotive powertrain systems
and components. The firm focuses on products with
applications in transfer cases, automatic transmissions,
manual transmissions and engines. These products include
gears and sprockets; clutch components; synchronizer
assemblies; automotive pumps; planetary carriers; and
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: engine components. Stackpole has seven business
Tomkins plc divisions: the automotive gear division; the carrier systems
Formflo Limited
division; an engineered products division located in Ancaster,
Ontario; an engineered products division located in
Mississauga, Ontario; the FormFlo Limited division in the
U.K.; the precision metal components division; and the
Stackpole sales office division. The firm is a subsidiary of
Tomkins plc, based in the U.K., which is a global engineering
group focused on industrial automotive, air system
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be components and engineered and construction products.
intentionally listed here more than once. Much of its research and development efforts are dedicated
Eric R. Cozens, Pres. to powder metal technology, which form many of its auto
Patrick Kinsie, VP-Sales components, as well as many of the technologies of other
Patrick Kinsie, VP-Tech. Tomkins companies. Automotive customers for the company
Ronald J. Duke, VP-New Bus. Dev. include General Motors, DaimlerChrysler, Ford, BorgWarner,
Phone: 905-822-6015 Fax: 905-855-7363 Getrag and ZF; and non-automotive customers include
Toll-Free: Blount International, General Kinetics, Whirlpool Corporation
Address: 2430 Royal Windsor Dr., Mississauga, ON L5J 1K7 and Mid-South Manufacturing.
Canada
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $192,100 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 1,500
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: TOMKINS PLC
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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STANADYNE CORPORATION www.stanadyne.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Engine Components Manufacturing
Parts Distribution & Sale Stanadyne Corporation, established as Hartford Machine
Screw Company and currently wholly-owned by KKR & Co.,
designs and manufactures engine components, including
fuel injection equipment for diesel engines and hydraulic
valve lifters primarily for gasoline engines. The company’s
products find use in a variety of applications, including
agricultural and construction vehicles and equipment,
industrial products, automobiles, light-duty trucks and marine
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: equipment. It also sells replacement parts through service
KKR & Co LP (Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co) organizations and its own network of dealers and
Precision Products
distributors. Stanadyne possesses a broad range of
Stanadyne S.p.A.
Amalgamations Private Limited
manufacturing technology and is capable of high-volume
Stanadyne Amalgamations Private Limited production runs, machining high-quality components within
tolerances of smaller than one micron. Stanadyne operates
through its Precision Products and Technologies segment,
which manufactures proprietary products, including pumps
for gasoline and diesel engines and injectors and filtration
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be systems for diesels. The primary focus is the agricultural
intentionally listed here more than once. and industrial off-highway segments of the market. The
M. David Jones, CEO segments largest customers include Deere & Company; GM
M. David Jones, Pres. (General Motors Corporation); General Engine Products, Inc.
Stephen S. Langin, CFO/VP (GEP); and Cummins, Inc. The four companies combined
Leonello Forte, Dir.-Sales & Mktg., Europe supplied Precision Products with 50.7% of its 2007 net sales,
Jean S. McCarthy, VP-Human Resources approximately $148.4 million. Deere & Company accounted
William W. Kelly, CTO/Sr. VP for 39.9% of 2007 net sales, the only customer to account for
Stephen S. Langin, Sec. more than 10% of sales. Stanadyne and Deere have a
James D. Wiggins, Chmn.
Joseph M. Vorih, VP-Int'l
supply agreement through 2011. The firm has international
locations in Italy (Stanadyne S.p.A.), France and India. In
Phone: 860-525-0821 Fax: 860-683-4500 India, it has a joint venture with Amalgamations Private
Toll-Free: Limited, called Stanadyne Amalgamations Private Limited, a
Address: 92 Deerfield Rd., Windsor, CT 06095 US diesel fuel injection equipment manufacturer, of which the
company owns 51%. In 2007, the firm opened a factory in
China.
Stanadyne provides employees with tuition reimbursement;
paid vacation and holidays; dental care; life, accidental death
and disability insurance; and disability benefits.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 9,110
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: KKR & CO LP (KOHLBERG KRAVIS
ROBERTS & CO)
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $462,500 Bonus: $427,812
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $322,000 Bonus: $297,850
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS INC www.smpcorp.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 52 Profits: 47
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturer
Engine Management Products Standard Motor Products, Inc. (SMP) is a leading
Ignition Parts independent manufacturer and distributor of replacement
Emission Control Parts parts for motor vehicles, primarily in the automotive
Fuel System Parts aftermarket industry. It is organized into two major operating
Battery Cables segments, each of which focuses on a specific line of
replacement parts. The company’s engine management
segment manufactures ignition and emission parts, ignition
wires, battery cables and fuel system parts. Its temperature
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: control segment manufactures and remanufactures air
Standard conditioning compressors, engine cooling system parts,
Blue Streak
power window accessories, windshield washer system parts
BWD
Niehoff
and other air conditioning and heating parts. SMP sells its
Hayden products primarily to warehouse distributors and large auto
Four Seasons parts retail chains in the U.S., Canada, Latin America and
Europe. The firm also has growing sales in the original
equipment and original equipment service markets. SMP's
customers consist of many top warehouse distributors and
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be auto parts retail chains, including Pep Boys, Advance Auto
intentionally listed here more than once. Parts, O'Reilly Automotive, AutoZone, Carquest and NAPA
Lawrence I. Sills, CEO Auto Parts. The company distributes parts under its own
John P. Gethin, COO brand names, such as Standard, Blue Streak, BWD, Niehoff,
John P. Gethin, Pres. Hayden and Four Seasons, as well as under private labels
James J. Burke, CFO for key customers. The firm generates 71.7% of sales from
Michael J. Fitzgerald, VP-Mktg. engine products and 26.6% from temperature control
Thomas S. Tesoro, VP-Human Resources products. Within the engine management division, products
Ray Nicholas, VP-IT include replacement parts for automotive ignition and
Carmine J. Broccole, General Counsel/Sec./VP
James J. Burke, VP-Finance
emission control systems, such as distributor caps and
William J. Fazio, Chief Acct. Officer rotors, electronic ignition control modules, voltage regulators,
Robert Kimbro, VP-Distribution Sales coils, switches, emission sensors and EGR valves. This
Eric Sills, VP-Engine Management Div. division also markets wire and cable products. The major
Dale Burks, VP-Temperature Control Div. product groups sold by the temperature control division are
Lawrence I. Sills, Chmn. new and remanufactured compressors, clutch assemblies,
Phone: 718-392-0200 Fax: 718-472-0122 small motors, fan clutches, filter dryers, evaporators,
Toll-Free: transmission cooler, accumulators and hoses; and heating
Address: 37-18 Northern Blvd., Long Island City, NY 11101 US parts, including heater cores and valves.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: SMP
2007 Sales: $790,185 2007 Profits: $2,275 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $812,024 2006 Profits: $9,411 Employees: 3,000
2005 Sales: $830,413 2005 Profits: $-3,545 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $824,283 2004 Profits: $-14,380 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Y Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $528,000 Bonus: $189,965
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $450,000 Bonus: $247,313
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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STATE FARM INSURANCE COMPANIES www.statefarm.com


Industry Group Code: 524126 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Insurance, Direct Property & Casualty
Accident Insurance State Farm Insurance Companies is one of the largest
Health Insurance personal property and casualty insurance providers in the
Life Insurance U.S. and offers auto, homeowner's, non-medical health and
Annuities life insurance. Its policies cover about one in every five U.S.
Automobile Insurance automobiles. The mutual company also provides renter’s,
Banking/Savings Association life and annuities, health and disability, long-term care,
Mutual Funds business, boat, personal articles, personal liability, flood and
crop hail insurance, with 77 million policies currently
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: managed by over 17,000 agents across 391 claim offices.
State Farm Life Insurance Company State Farm is organized as a group, with its subsidiary group
State Farm Life & Accident Assurance Co.
members providing all of its services. The State Farm Bank
State Farm Fire & Casualty Co.
and mutual funds divisions provide customers with additional
financial services and tools that allow them to handle all of
their insurance, investment, banking and bill payment needs
with one company online. State Farm Life and Accident
Assurance Company and State Farm Life Insurance
Company combine to rank among the largest life insurance
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be groups in the U.S. State Farm Fire and Casualty Company,
intentionally listed here more than once. insuring homeowners, boat owners and many commercial
Edward B. Rust, Jr., CEO lines, is the one of nation’s largest insurers of homes and
Edward B. Rust, Jr., Pres. pleasure boats.
Michael L. Tipsord, CFO/Sr. VP State Farm offers its employees relocation assistance,
Michael C. (Mike) Davidson, Chief Agency & Mktg. Officer alternative work arrangements, flexible scheduling, childcare
James E. (Jim) Rutrough, Chief Admin. Officer/Sr. Exec. VP assistance, wellness programs, health club discounts, postal
Kim M. Brunner, General Counsel/Exec. VP/Corp. Sec.
Bill Pieroni, VP-Oper.
services, an adoption assistance program, an on-site
Mike Fernandez, VP-Corp. Comm. & External Rel. cafeteria, free financial education and counseling, credit
Michael L. Tipsord, Treas. union membership and job sharing.
Brian Boyden, Exec. VP
Willie Brown, Exec. VP
Barbara Cowden, Exec. VP
William K. (Bill) King, Jr., Exec. VP
Edward B. Rust, Jr., Chmn.
Phone: 309-766-2311 Fax:
Toll-Free: 877-734-2265
Address: 1 State Farm Plaza, Bloomington, IL 61710-0001 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Mutual Company
2007 Sales: $61,611,600 2007 Profits: $5,463,700 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $60,528,000 2006 Profits: $5,315,500 Employees: 70,000
2005 Sales: $59,223,900 2005 Profits: $3,241,800 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $50,870,000 2004 Profits: $5,500,000 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 4 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

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STELLICAN LTD www.stellican.com


Industry Group Code: 336991 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Y Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Capital Investment
Motorcycle Manufacturing Stellican Ltd. is a private equity corporate finance and
Boat Manufacturing principal investment firm that specializes in the acquisition
Cash Registers, Soft Drinks & Sports Teams and turnaround of distressed businesses. Most of the firm’s
investments are in recreational products and heritage
brands. Acquisitions have included luxury motorboat
manufacturer Chris-Craft Corp.; Italian yacht maker Cantieri
Riva S.p.A.; American motorcycle manufacturer Indian
Motorcycle Co.; Italian soccer team Vicenza Calcio S.p.A.;
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Italian cash register makers Sweda Group and Sarema
Indian Motorcycle Co S.p.A.; and Spanish soft drink maker La Casera. Stellican
Chris-Craft Corp.
has acquired the trademarks and intellectual property of
Cantieri Riva s.p.a.
Sweda Group
Indian Motorcycle Co., including trademark model divisions
Sarema S.p.A. Chief, Spirit and Scout, as well as design items including
Vicenza Calcio S.p.A. signature Indian-head fender lights and logo treatments.
La Casera Indian Motorcycle, founded in 1901, plans to launch its 2009
2009 Indian Chief Indian Chief motorcycle by late 2008. Models of the 2009
Indian Chief include the Chief Standard, Chief Deluxe, Chief
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Roadmaster and Chief Vintage. Indian Motorcycle plans to
intentionally listed here more than once. manufacture all of its models in-house using classic designs
Stephen M. Julius, Managing Dir. and modern technological updates to the engine and other
Mark Poncin, CFO-Chris-Craft Corp. internal components. Chris-Craft Corp., founded in 1874,
Jeff Ellis, VP-Sales, Chris-Craft Corp. manufactures luxury motorboats featuring deep-v hulls,
Chad Gould, Dir.-Prod. Dev. & Eng., Chris-Craft Corp. reverse transoms, flared bows, large cabin house windows,
Nick Glaja, VP-Eng., Indian Motorcycle perforated plate dashboards, bow sit pits and premium
Bob Greenberg, VP-Oper., Chris-Craft Corp. exterior and interior hardwoods. Chris-Craft’s boat models
Stephen M. Julius, Chmn.-Chris-Craft Corp. & Indian Motorcycle Co. include the Lancer, Catalina, Launch, Corsair and Roamer.
Stephen F. (Steve) Heese, CEO/Pres., Chris-Craft Corp.
Stephen F. (Steve) Heese, Pres., Indian Motorcycle Co.
In October 2007, Indian Motorcycle broke ground on the
Steve Callahan, VP-Materials, Chris-Craft Corp. construction of its first dealership in Lowell, North Carolina.
The firm plans to have 50 dealerships opened by 2010.
Phone: 44-20-72448159 Fax: 44-20-73707206
Toll-Free:
Address: 4 Collingham Gardens, London, SW5 0HW UK
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 400
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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STERLING AUTOBODY CENTERS www.sterlingautobody.com


Industry Group Code: 811100 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Y Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Repair & Maintenance
Collision Repair Sterling Autobody Centers, operates a line of automobile
collision repair centers. It operates over 60 such centers
across 16 U.S. states, in California, Nevada, Arizona, Utah,
Colorado, Texas, Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New
York, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, Georgia and
Florida. Sterling operates as a subsidiary of Allstate
Insurance Corp., and it only repairs vehicles involved in
Allstate claims. Known for its customer service, the
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: company picks up the damaged car, delivers the repaired
Allstate Insurance Corporation (The) car, has all cars professionally cleaned, provides a
guaranteed completion date of the repair and offers a limited
lifetime warranty on all parts and services. Through a
partnership with Enterprise Rent-a-Car, the firm will also
deliver and return a rental car for its customers. Sterling
works exclusively with Sherman-Williams Automotive
Finishers for paint and finish and Enterprise Rent-A-Car for
replacement cars during repair.
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Sterling offers its employees medical, dental, and vision
intentionally listed here more than once. care; a 401(k) plan; short and long-term disability; life
Allan Robinson, Pres. insurance; and Sterling University, a company-wide program
Sharon Mazanec, VP-Mktg. & Sales that teaches a variety of technical and managerial skills, to
Mike Nuxoll, VP-Human Resources train and advance its employees.
John Donohue, VP-IT
Tony Giannola, VP-Admin.
Bob Benjamin, VP-Oper., Eastern Territory
Tony Giannola, VP-Finance
Bob Thompson, VP-New Bus. Dev.
Russ Slocum, VP-Oper., Western Territory
Tim Swift, VP-Field Support
Phone: 508-653-9115 Fax: 508-653-9538
Toll-Free: 800-653-5310
Address: 9 Tech Cir., Natick, MA 01760 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 300
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: ALLSTATE CORPORATION (THE)
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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STONERIDGE INC www.stoneridge.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 54 Profits: 40
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Electronic Components
Vehicle Power Distribution Systems Stoneridge, Inc. is a leading independent designer and
Actuator & Sensor Products manufacturer of highly engineered electrical and electronic
Instrumentation & Display Products components, modules and systems focused principally on
Wiring Systems the automotive, medium- and heavy-duty truck, agricultural
Switch Products and off-road vehicle markets. Stoneridge has 17
manufacturing and design centers and 18 sales and
engineering support offices at various locations around the
world. The company operates in two segments: electronics
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: and control devices. Core electronics products include
Stoneridge Hi-Stat Manufacturing vehicle electrical power and distribution systems; electronic
Stoneridge Pollak
instrumentation; and information display products. These
Stoneridge Electronics North America
Stoneridge Electronics Europe
products primarily collect, store and display vehicle
information such as speed, pressure, maintenance data,
operator performance, temperature and distance traveled.
The power distribution systems regulate, coordinate and
direct the operation of the entire electrical system within a
vehicle compartment. The firm’s control devices segment
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be manufactures products that monitor, measure or activate a
intentionally listed here more than once. specific function within a vehicle. These products include
John C. Corey, CEO electronic switches and sensors that control emissions,
John C. Corey, Pres. braking, steering and suspension systems. Stoneridge
George E. Strickler, CFO operates five divisions under its two reportable segments.
Thomas A. Beaver, VP-Global Sales The electronics division includes Stoneridge Electronics
Thomas A. Beaver, VP-Systems Eng. North America-Wiring, Stoneridge Electronics North
Avery S. Cohen, Sec. America-Transportation and Stoneridge Electronics Europe.
George E. Strickler, Treas./Exec. VP The control devices division includes Stoneridge Pollak and
Mark J. Tervalon, VP/Pres., Stoneridge Electronics Div.
Steven J. Syzdek, VP/General Mgr., Stoneridge Asia Pacific
Stoneridge Hi-Stat Manufacturing. In 2007, the electronics
Mike Carnahan, VP/General Mgr.-Electrics, North America segment generated 61% of sales, while control devises
Michael D. Sloan, VP/General Mgr.-Stoneridge Hi-Stat generated 39%. The firm main customer is Navistar
William M. Lasky, Chmn. International, which accounts for 20% of the firm’s sales.
Martin Malmvik, VP/Managing Dir.-Stoneridge Electrics, Europe Other primarily customers include Ford Motor Company,
Phone: 330-856-2443 Fax: 330-856-3618 Deere & Company, General Motors and Chrysler LLC.
Toll-Free: Stoneridge offers employees health and life insurance; long
Address: 9400 E. Market St., Warren, OH 44484 US term disability coverage; and savings accounts.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: SRI
2007 Sales: $727,120 2007 Profits: $16,671 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $708,699 2006 Profits: $14,513 Employees: 5,600
2005 Sales: $671,584 2005 Profits: $ 933 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $681,795 2004 Profits: $-92,503 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $610,000 Bonus: $537,532
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $315,000 Bonus: $211,625
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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STRATTEC SECURITY CORP www.strattec.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 75 Profits: 43
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Vehicle Security Systems
Automotive Locks & Keys Strattec Security Corp. is one of the world’s largest
Electronic Security Systems producers of automotive locks and keys. It builds, engineers
and manufactures electro-mechanical vehicle security
systems, including vehicle access latches; housing-ignition
systems with passive start capabilities; and keys with
assembled remote entry electronic systems. It maintains
one manufacturing facility at its headquarters in Wisconsin
and two more manufacturing facilities in Juarez, Mexico, as
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: well as a warehouse in El Paso, Texas and a sales and
Vehicle Access Systems Technology (VAST) Alliance engineering office in Troy, Michigan for customers in the
ADAC Plastics
Detroit area. The firm’s four principle customers, which
WITTE-Velbert GmbH
Vehicle Access Systems Technology LLC
together accounted for roughly 80% of 2007 sales, are
General Motors Corp.; Delphi Corp.; Ford Motor Company;
and DaimlerChrysler Corp. Strattec is also involved in the
Vehicle Access Systems Technology (VAST) Alliance, with
WITTE-Velbert GmbH, a German lock maker, and Michigan-
based ADAC Automotive, Inc. The VAST Alliance provides a
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be cross-license, allowing the three companies to manufacture
intentionally listed here more than once. and sell each other’s products: WITTE sells Strattec and
Harold M. Stratton, II, CEO ADAC products in Europe and Strattec and ADAC sell
Harold M. Stratton, II, Pres. WITTE products in North America. The three companies
Patrick J. Hansen, CFO/Sr. VP also maintain a joint venture, Vehicle Access Systems
Dennis A. Kazmierski, VP-Mktg. & Sales Technology LLC (formerly WITTE-STRATTEC, LLC), which
Brian J. Reetz, VP-Prod. Dev. & Mgmt. was set up to take advantage of market opportunities outside
Donald J. Harrod, VP-Eng./Program Dev. Europe and North America. Currently, the joint venture
Patrick J. Hansen, Sec. maintains three manufacturing facilities in China and one in
Patrick J. Hansen, Treas.
Kathryn E. Scherbarth, VP-Milwaukee Oper.
Brazil as well as supporting sales throughout Asia and Latin
Milan R. Bundalo, VP-Materials America.
Harold M. Stratton, II, Chmn. Employees of Strattec receive medical, dental, vision, life
Rolondo J. Guillot, VP-Mexican Oper. insurance and disability plans.
Phone: 414-247-3333 Fax: 414-247-3329
Toll-Free:
Address: 3333 W. Good Hope Rd., Milwaukee, WI 53209 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $159,642 2008 Profits: $3,267 U.S. Stock Ticker: STRT
2007 Sales: $167,707 2007 Profits: $8,183 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $181,197 2006 Profits: $12,477 Employees: 2,000
2005 Sales: $190,314 2005 Profits: $15,038 Fiscal Year Ends: 6/30
2004 Sales: $195,646 2004 Profits: $17,282 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $367,760 Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Y Second Exec. Salary: $203,167 Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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SUPERIOR INDUSTRIES INTERNATIONAL INC


www.superiorindustries.com
Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 47 Profits: 42
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturer
Aluminum Road Wheels Superior Industries International is a designer, manufacturer
and supplier of aluminum road wheels to original equipment
manufacturers (OEMs) in the automotive industry. The firm
operates nine manufacturing plants in the U.S., Mexico and
Europe. Superior’s primary product is an aluminum road
wheel, used in production of passenger cars and light trucks
by domestic and international OEMs. Superior maintains
clients all over the world, with the biggest (GM, Ford Motor
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Company, Daimler and Chrysler) accounting for 82% of
annual sales in 2007. Other customers include BMW, Fiat,
Jaguar, Land Rover, Mazda, Mercedes Benz, Mitsubishi and
Nissan, among others. Customers in North America
represent the biggest market for the company, with 81% of
products sold domestically and 19% internationally. In 2007,
the firm closed one of its manufacturing plants in Johnson
City, Tennessee, in order to streamline its production
segment and reduce costs. Theses changes developed as
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Superior Industries customers announced drastic
intentionally listed here more than once. productions cuts, mainly in the light-truck and SUV sectors.
Steven J. Borick, CEO Superior Industries offers its employees tuition
Steven J. Borick, Pres. reimbursement and discounts on Superior product
Erika Turner, CFO purchases.
James M. Ferguson, Sr. VP-Global Sales & Mktg.
Eddie Rodriguez, VP-Human Resources
Ross Perian, CIO
Kenneth A. Stakas, Sr. VP-Mfg.
Parveen Kakar, Sr. VP-Corp. Eng.
Michael J. O'Rourke, Exec. VP-Admin. & Sales
Robert A. Earnest, General Counsel/Corp. Sec./VP
Steven A. Gamble, VP/Treas.
Robert Bracy, Sr. VP-Projects Management
Steven J. Borick, Chmn.
Gabriel Soto, VP-Mexico Oper.
Cameron Toyne, VP-Supply Chain
Phone: 818-781-4973 Fax: 818-780-3500
Toll-Free:
Address: 7800 Woodley Ave., Van Nuys, CA 91406-1788 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: SUP
2007 Sales: $956,892 2007 Profits: $9,292 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $789,862 2006 Profits: $-10,799 Employees: 5,300
2005 Sales: $804,161 2005 Profits: $20,219 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $872,258 2004 Profits: $51,912 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $750,006 Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $225,000 Bonus: $15,000
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y

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SUPREME INDUSTRIES INC www.supremeind.com


Industry Group Code: 336211 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 7 Profits: 4
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Specialized Vehicles
Specialized Truck Bodies & Shuttle Buses Supreme Industries, Inc., through its wholly-owned
Vertically Integrated Fiberglass Products subsidiary Supreme Corp., manufactures specialized
Fiberglass Wind Deflectors vehicles, including trucks, buses and armored vehicles.
Supreme has 19 manufacturing, distribution and component
manufacturing facilities. The company has two operating
segments, specialized vehicles and vertically integrated
fiberglass products. The specialized vehicle industry
consists of companies that manufacture and distribute
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: specialized truck bodies and shuttle buses. Depending on
Fuel Shark the product, it is either built directly on a truck chassis or built
Kold King
separately and installed at a later date. The firm makes its
StarTrans
Silver Crown
own fiberglass wind deflectors under the name of Fuel
Pony Xpress, Inc. Shark. Supreme’s products include van bodies; Inter-City
Supreme Corp. cutaway van bodies, a route truck used for a variety of
commercial applications; Spartan service bodies; Spartan
cargo vans; Kold King insulated van bodies, used for multi-
stop distribution of both fresh and frozen products; stake
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be bodies, used for a broad range of agricultural and
intentionally listed here more than once. construction industries transportation needs; armored trucks;
Robert W. Wilson, COO and StarTrans shuttle buses intended for use by hotels,
Robert W. Wilson, Pres. nursing homes, car leasing companies, and airport-related
Jeffery D. Mowery, CFO users. Additional products include StarTrans mid-size buses
Mark Beer, VP-Sales serving the public transit and tour markets; StarTrans
William J. Barrett, Sec. trolleys, marketed to resort areas, theme parks, and cities
William J. Barrett, Exec. VP-Long Range & Strategic Planning desiring unique transportation vehicles; StarTrans Tourliner,
Jeffery D. Mowery, Treas. marketed to church groups, retirement communities,
Herbert M. Gardner, Chmn.
colleges, and other touring organizations; StarTrans Activity
Phone: 574-642-3070 Fax: 574-642-4729 Bus, marketed to churches, schools, day care centers, and
Toll-Free: 800-642-4889 other organizations in need of shuttle bus capabilities; Silver
Address: P.O. Box 237, 2581 E. Kercher Rd., Goshen, IN 46528 Crown luxury motorcoaches; and Pony Xpress, which
US manufacturers motorhomes and garages on a variety of
chassis.
Supreme Industries offers its employees benefits that include
medical and dental insurance and a 401(k) plan.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: STS
2007 Sales: $313,273 2007 Profits: $4,164 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $340,747 2006 Profits: $4,595 Employees: 2,100
2005 Sales: $341,253 2005 Profits: $8,341 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $307,962 2004 Profits: $4,748 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $200,000 Bonus: $97,000
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $108,000 Bonus: $63,000
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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SUZUKI MOTOR CORPORATION www.globalsuzuki.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 16 Profits: 15
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Y Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobiles, Manufacturing
Motorcycles Suzuki Motor Corporation designs and manufactures all
ATVs terrain vehicles (ATVs), commercial vehicles, motorcycles,
Marine Products outboard motors, passenger cars and other products. The
Generators firm also manufactures boats, generators, welders, general-
Engines purpose engines, electric scooters, motorized wheelchairs,
Wheelchairs ultrasonic products (such as cleaners and cutters) and
Ultrasonic Products prefabricated houses. The company is one of the largest
manufacturer of minicars and motorcycles in Japan.
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Suzuki’s main production facilities are spread throughout 23
SVB Automotores Do Brasil Ltda. countries. The company’s network serves 192 countries and
Suzuki Malaysia Automobile Sdn. Bhd.
areas. The firm’s U.S. products include the Vitara and Grand
Marauder
Suzuki International Europe GmbH
Vitara SUVs (sport utility vehicles); the XL-7; and the Aerio
Suzuki Italia S.p.A. and Aerio SX sedans. Motorcycle models include the Bandit,
Suzuki Motor Poland SP.Z.O.O. Katana and Marauder. Suzuki has partnered with General
American Suzuki Motor Corp. Motors and Kawasaki to make automobiles, ATVs and
Maruti Suzuki India, Ltd. motorcycles. Suzuki has developed an ultra-low-emission,
direct-injection turbo engine for the minicar category in
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Japan, as well as a line of motorcycles incorporating an
intentionally listed here more than once. electronically controlled, continuously variable transmission.
Osamu Suzuki, CEO Major overseas subsidiaries include Suzuki International
Hiroshi Tsuda, COO Europe GmbH in Germany; Suzuki Italia S.p.A. in Italy;
Hiroshi Tsuda, Pres. Suzuki Motor Poland SP.Z.O.O. in Poland; American Suzuki
Takashi Nakayama, Sr. Managing Exec. Officer Motor Corp. in California, U.S.; Maruti Suzuki India, Ltd. in
Shinzo Nakanishi, Sr. Managing Exec. Officer India; and Suzuki New Zealand, Ltd. in New Zealand.
Takao Hirosawa, Sr. Managing Exec. Officer General Motors owns a minority interest in Suzuki. One of
Minoru Tamura, Sr. Managing Exec. Officer Suzuki’s most recent products is the Palette, a new wagon-
Osamu Suzuki, Chmn.
type minicar available in Japan. In June 2007, the firm
Phone: 81-53-440-2061 Fax: 81-53-440-2776 announced plans to build an industrial assembly production
Toll-Free: plant in Russia. In 2008, the company established SVB
Address: 300 Takatsuka, Minami-ku, Shizuoka, 432-8611 Japan Automotores Do Brasil Ltda. to import and distribute cars in
Brazil. The firm also acquired an additional interest in Suzuki
Malaysia Automobile Sdn. Bhd., Suzuki’s distribution partner
in Malaysia.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $26,799,405 2007 Profits: $635,394 Int’l Ticker: 7269 Int’l Exchange: Tokyo-TSE
2006 Sales: $23,380,045 2006 Profits: $561,379 Employees: 45,510
2005 Sales: $20,806,000 2005 Profits: $415,000 Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $20,815,600 2004 Profits: $414,900 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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SYTNER GROUP PLC www.sytner.co.uk


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Y Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Auto Parts & Service Sytner Group plc is retailer of new and pre-owned vehicles,
specializing in high-end, luxury vehicles in the U.K.,
operating over 100 dealerships, mainly located in central and
southern England. It is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the
Penske Automotive Group, Inc. (formerly United Auto
Group), a Detroit-based automotive company that owns and
operates 311 franchises across the U.S. and Puerto Rico.
Sytner sells a total of 22 premier brands of new cars,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: including Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche, Jaguar, Maserati,
Penske Automotive Group Inc Bentley, Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Rolls-Royce, smart,
ALPINA
MINI, Lexus, Chrysler, Saab, Toyota and Volvo. Customers
may order vehicles online. Sytner allows customers to order
customized new cars that meet their specifications, and
works with specialist builder ALPINA to offer individually
tailored BMW’s. Sytner’s web site provides links to each
individual dealership where customers can browse new and
used inventory, providing information on the vehicle brand
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be that dealer sells, such as historical and current model
intentionally listed here more than once. information; concept car innovations; and road test analysis
Gerard Nieuwenhuys, Managing Dir. for any vehicle. The firm also provides body shop services,
Geoffrey Page-Morris, Dir.-Oper. parts and repair for its vehicles.
Laurence Vaughn, Chmn.
Phone: 44-845-481-0148 Fax: 44-116-282-1010
Toll-Free:
Address: 2 Penman Way, Grove Park, Leicester, LE19 1ST UK
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 1,548
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: PENSKE AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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TATA GROUP www.tata.com


Industry Group Code: 551110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Engineering Products
Communication & Information Systems Tata Group comprises approximately 116 companies
Steel operating worldwide across seven business sectors:
Energy Utilities information technology and communications; engineering;
Solar Power materials; services; energy; consumer products; and
Automobiles chemicals. One of India’s largest business conglomerates,
Hotels & Resorts Tata Group has operations in over 80 countries spanning six
Pharmaceuticals & Chemicals continents. The group’s 27 publicly listed companies include
Tata Steel, Tata Consultancy Services, Tata Motors and
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Tata Tea. Tata’s engineering sector includes automotive
General Chemical Industrial Products Inc company Tata AutoComp Systems and engineering products
Tata Tea
company TAL Manufacturing Solutions. The group’s
Tata Strategic Management Group
Taj Hotels, Resorts & Palaces
materials sector includes Tata Advanced Materials, a
Tata Motors Limited manufacturer of armor products, telecommunication products
Tata Communications Lts and composite panels for cargo containers. Tata’s energy
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) sector includes power companies Tata BP Solar and Tata
Tata Chemicals Power. Tata’s chemicals companies include Rallis India,
Tata Chemicals, Tata Pigments and pharmaceutical
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be company Advinus Therapeutics. The group’s services sector
intentionally listed here more than once. includes Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) and financial
Ishaat Hussain, Dir.-Finance services companies such as Tata AIG General Insurance
R. Gopalakrishnan, Member-Group Exec. Office & Group Corp. Center and Tata Financial Services. Tata consumer products
Srinath Narasimhan, CEO-Tata Communications companies include Infiniti Retail, Tata Ceramics and Alliance
Kishor A. Chaukar, Managing Dir.-Tata Industries Coffee. Tata’s information systems and communications
Patrick McGoldrick, CEO-Tata Technologies sector includes information systems companies Nelito
Ratan N. Tata, Chmn. Systems and Tata Technologies; communications
Phone: 91-22-6665-8282 Fax: 91-22-6665-8160 partnership company Virgin Mobile India; and Nelco, a
Toll-Free: manufacturer of consumer electronic products. Tata Sons
Address: Bombay House, 24, Homi Mody St., Mumbai, 400 001 promotes and holds majority shares in Tata Group’s key
India companies. Tata Industries is a promoter company of Tata
Group which focuses in particular on high-tech business
areas. In 2008, Tata Communications International Pte Ltd,
a wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Communications Limited,
signed an equity joint venture agreement with China
Enterprise Communications Limited (CEC) for the acquisition
of 50% equity interest in CEC. The firm also recently
partnered with Etisalat and HSBC India to launch a mobile
phone-based money remittance service to its subscribers in
India. In November 2008, the company announced a
strategic partnership with Tokyo-based NTT Docomo
focused on the growth of mobile communications in India.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $62,500,000 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $28,500,000 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $21,675,600 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 350,000
2005 Sales: $17,878,000 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $13,920,900 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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TATA MOTORS LIMITED www.tatamotors.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 27 Profits: 17
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Y Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Manufacturing
Light & Medium Commercial Vehicles Manufacturing Tata Motors Limited is one of India’s largest automobile
Heavy Commercial Vehicles Manufacturing manufacturers. The company manufactures commercial and
Passenger Vehicles Manufacturing passenger vehicles, and is a provider of automobile financing
services. Tata’s product portfolio encompasses passenger
vehicles, including compact and midsize cars, in which the
firm held a 14.1% Indian market share in 2008; utility
vehicles, in which Tata held a 20% market share; light
commercial vehicles, with a 64.3% market share; and
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: medium and heavy commercial vehicles, with a market share
Tata Daewoo Commercial Vehicles Company of 61.3%. Through its subsidiaries, the firm is also engaged
Daewoo Novus Truck
in areas such as engineering services; construction
Tata Ace
Jaguar Cars Ltd
equipment manufacturing; vehicle components
Land Rover manufacturing; supply chain activities; machine tools and
Nano factory automation solutions; automotive services; and
research and development (R&D) operations. The company
boasts over 2,500 engineers and scientists and has R&D
centers in the Indian cities of Pune, Jamshedpur and
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Lucknow, as well as in South Korea, Spain and the U.K.
intentionally listed here more than once. Tata is among the world’s leading bus manufacturers, and
Ravi Kant, CEO/Managing Dir. the company has expanded these activities through strategic
C. Ramakrishnan, CFO/Exec. Dir. partnerships with Hispano Carrocera, a Spanish bus and
Ravi Pisharody, VP-Mktg. & Sales coach manufacturer, as well as Marcopolo, a Brazil-based
S.J. Tambe, VP-Human Resources company engaged in the manufacture of bodies for buses
H.K. Sethna, Corp. Sec. and coaches. The firm has expanded its international
Debasis Ray, Head-Corp. Comm. presence by marketing Fiat-branded cars in Argentina and
H.K. Sethna, Investor Rel./Sec. pick-up vehicles in Thailand, South America, Central
P.Y. Gurav, VP-Corp. Finance
P.M. Telang, Exec. Dir.-Commercial Vehicles
America and select European markets. In January 2008,
S.B. Borwankar, Head-Jamshedpur Plant Tata Motors announced plans to unveil the most inexpensive
Akshaykumar Mankad, Head-Car Plant automobile in the market, the Tata Nano, slated for release
Rajiv Dube, Pres., Passenger Cars in July 2009. The Nano, a small four-seat vehicle, is slated
Ratan N. Tata, Chmn. to cost only 100,000 Rupees (approximately $2,000), a price
Phone: 91-22-6665-8282 Fax: 91-22-6665-7260 that is expected to fundamentally affect the availability of
Toll-Free: passenger cars in India. Also in 2008, Tata Motors acquired
the Jaguar and Land Rover brands from Ford Motor Co. for
Address: Bombay House, 24, Homi Mody St., Mumbai, 400 001
approximately $2 billion. In February 2009, Tata launched its
India
Xenon XT, a 4-door, 5-seat pickup.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $9,998,600 2008 Profits: $355,100 U.S. Stock Ticker: TTM
2007 Sales: $7,270,000 2007 Profits: $500,000 Int’l Ticker: 500570 Int’l Exchange: Bombay-BSE
2006 Sales: $5,409,500 2006 Profits: $337,400 Employees: 36,364
2005 Sales: $4,548,100 2005 Profits: $304,000 Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: TATA GROUP
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $612,394 Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $373,126 Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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TBC CORPORATION www.tbccorp.com


Industry Group Code: 441300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 2 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Y Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Y Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Y Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Tire Stores
Wholesale Tire Distribution TBC Corporation markets and distributes replacement
automobile tires, through wholesale and retail operations.
The wholesale segment of TBC’s business markets and
distributes its proprietary brands of tires, as well as other
tires and related products, through a network of distributors
covering the U.S., Canada and Mexico. The company also
markets directly to independent tire dealers in the Eastern
and Southeastern United States through its Carroll Tire
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: wholesale distribution centers. Tires marketed under the
Big O Tires, Inc. company’s proprietary brand trademarks are produced under
Tire Kingdom, Inc.
contract with leading manufacturers, and include the
Cordovan
Multi-Mile
Cordovan, Multi-Mile, Sigma, Vanderbilt and Big O brands of
Sigma tires. The firm also distributes tires under other brands for
National Tire & Battery automobile, truck, sport utility vehicle, farm, industrial,
Carroll Tire Company recreational and other applications. The retail segment of
Vanderbilt Tires the company’s business consists of both the franchised retail
tire business conducted by the company’s Big O Tires, Inc.
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be subsidiary, as well as the retail tire stores operated by
intentionally listed here more than once. subsidiary Tire Kingdom, Inc. TBC also operates the
Lawrence C. Day, CEO National Tire and Battery chain, which it acquired from Sears
Lawrence C. Day, Pres. Roebuck and Co. In addition to retail tire sales, TBC stores
Orland M. Wolford, Pres./CEO-Tire Kingdom provide full service tire replacement including balancing,
John B. Adams, Pres./CEO-Big O Tires, Inc. wheel alignment, extended service programs and warranties,
Kenneth P. Dick, Pres./CEO-TBC Wholesale Div. as well as additional services such as brake repairs,
J. Glen Gravatt, Exec. VP-Purchasing suspension system replacement and oil changes. The firm
Phone: 561-227-0955 Fax: owns and operates over 1,100 retail locations, predominantly
Toll-Free: located in the eastern two-thirds of the U.S., and 32
Address: 7111 Fairway Dr., Ste. 201, Palm Beach Gardens, FL warehouse locations. TBC is owned by the Sumitomo
33418 US Corporation, one of Japan’s largest integrated trading and
investment business organizations.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $1,779,400 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 9,400
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $1,855,418 2004 Profits: $37,598 Parent Company: SUMITOMO CORPORATION
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $607,889 Bonus: $290,024
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $331,923 Bonus: $110,000
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y

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TELEFLEX INC www.teleflex.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 36 Profits: 19
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Diversified Manufacturing
General & Specialized Surgical Products Teleflex, Inc. manufactures specialty engineered products for
Automotive Products & Controls the commercial, medical and aerospace industries. The
Marine Products & Controls company sells its products to customers in over 140
Industrial Products & Services countries through its own operations and through local direct
Hospital Products & Equipment sales and distribution networks. The firm is split into three
sectors: commercial (23% of net revenue in 2007), medical
(54% of 2007 revenue) and aerospace (23% of 2007
revenue). The commercial sector designs and manufactures
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: motion control and vehicle management systems in both the
Nordisk Aviation Products automotive and nautical fields. Key products include marine
Arrow International Inc
driver controls, engine assemblies, drive parts, power and
fuel systems and rigging products. The medical sector
develops and produces disposable medical products,
surgical instruments and specialty medical devices, which
are primarily used in critical care, surgical applications and
cardiac care. Medical products include epidural catheters,
vascular dilators, forceps, telescopes, hemostats and much
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be more. The aerospace segment provides repair and products
intentionally listed here more than once. for turbine engines and cargo handling systems as well as
Jeffrey P. Black, CEO manufacturing equipment for wide body and narrow body
Kevin K. Gordon, CFO/Exec. VP aircraft. Sales to customers in commercial aviation markets
Randall P. Gaboriault, CIO/Sr. VP represent more than 95 percent of revenues in this segment.
Laurence G. Miller, General Counsel/Exec. VP/Corp. Sec. In October 2007, the firm acquired Arrow International, Inc.,
Matthew Jennings, Sr. VP-Corp. Dev. a leading supplier of catheter-based access and therapeutic
Julie McDowel, Sr. VP-Corp. Comm. products for critical and cardiac care. In November 2007, the
C. Jeffrey Jacobs, Treas. company acquired Nordisk Aviation Products, a company
Vince Northfield, Pres., Commercial
Charles E. Williams, Corp. Controller/Chief Acct. Officer
that manufactures and services containers and pallets for air
John B. Suddarth, Pres., Aerospace cargo. In December 2007, Teleflex sold its automotive and
R. Ernest Waaser, Pres., Medical industrial business to Kongsberg Automotive Holding ASA.
Jeffrey P. Black, Chmn. Previously, this business unit designed and marketed driver
Phone: 610-948-5100 Fax: 610-948-5101 controls, motion systems and fluid handling systems.
Toll-Free: Teleflex offers employees a variety of benefits including
Address: 155 S. Limerick Rd., Limerick, PA 19468-1699 US health and life insurance, disability coverage, an employee
assistance program, 401(k) plans and a tuition assistance
program.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: TFX
2007 Sales: $1,934,332 2007 Profits: $146,484 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $1,690,809 2006 Profits: $139,430 Employees: 14,000
2005 Sales: $2,514,552 2005 Profits: $138,817 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $2,390,411 2004 Profits: $9,517 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $875,000 Bonus: $1,550,000
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $420,000 Bonus: $361,680
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 3 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

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TENNECO INC www.tenneco.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 21 Profits: 51
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Parts Manufacturer
Advanced Suspension Technologies Tenneco, Inc. is a manufacturer of automotive emissions
Ride Control Products control and ride control products and systems for both
Emissions Systems original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and aftermarket
Performance Mufflers retailers. The firm designs, engineers, manufactures,
Noise Control Systems markets and sells individual components for vehicles as well
as groups of components that are combined as modules or
systems within vehicles. The firm maintains 80
manufacturing plants and 14 engineering institutions in 24
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: countries around the world. Tenneco’s primary brands are
Tenneco Automotive, Inc. Monroe ride control products and Walker exhaust products.
Combustion Components Associates, Inc.
Other brands include Rancho shock absorbers; Gillet and
Walker
Gillet
Walker exhaust systems; Monroe shocks and struts;
DynoMax DynoMax; and Thrush performance mufflers and Kinetic
Thrush advanced suspension technology. Tenneco sells to over 39
Kinetic OEMs, mainly to General Motors with 20% of net sales in
Gabilan Manufacturing, Inc. 2007, Ford 14% and Volkswagen 9%. In the aftermarket,
Tenneco’s customers include NAPA, O’Reilly Automotive,
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Kwik-fit Europe, Uni-Select and Pep Boys. Its systems are
intentionally listed here more than once. included on eight of the top 10 passenger car models sold in
Gregg Sherrill, CEO Europe; and nine of the top 10 SUV and light truck models
Kenneth R. Trammell, CFO/Exec. VP produced in North America. The company’s software
H. William Haser, CIO/VP prediction programs enable its engineers to improve designs
Timothy E. Jackson, CTO/Sr. VP and predict outcome, which shortens development cycle
Alain Michaelis, Sr. VP-Mfg. time. The firm’s products are sold primarily in North America
Richard P. Schneider, Sr. VP-Global Admin. (47% of 2007 sales) and Europe, South America and India
David A. Wardell, General Counsel/Sr. VP/ Corp. Sec. (51%). The remaining sales come from the Asian Pacific
Maritza Gibbons, VP-Strategic Planning & Bus. Dev.
James K. Spangler, VP-Global Comm.
market. In September 2007, Tenneco acquired Combustion
John Kunz, Treas./VP-Tax Components Associates, Inc., a manufacturer of air pollution
Brent Bauer, Sr. VP/Gen. Mgr.-North American Original Equipment control technologies, for approximately $16 million. In April
Michael Charlton, Managing Dir.-India 2008, Tenneco launched its emission control business with
Jeff Jarrell, VP-Japan & Korea Global OEM Bus. the 2008 Toyota Sequoia, for which it will supply the full
Josep Fornos, VP-European Original Equipment Emission Control exhaust system. In May 2008, Tenneco acquired parts of
Gregg Sherrill, Chmn. Delphi Automotive Systems LLC, including ride control
Hari N. Nair, Exec. VP/Pres., Int'l components for $10 million and certain machinery and
Alain Michaelis, Sr. VP-Global Supply Chain Mgmt. equipment for $9 million.
Phone: 847-482-5000 Fax: 847-482-5940
Toll-Free:
Address: 500 N. Field Dr., Lake Forest, IL 60045 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $5,916,000 2008 Profits: $-415,000 U.S. Stock Ticker: TEN
2007 Sales: $6,184,000 2007 Profits: $-5,000 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $4,682,000 2006 Profits: $49,000 Employees: 21,000
2005 Sales: $4,441,000 2005 Profits: $58,000 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $4,213,000 2004 Profits: $15,000 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $841,856 Bonus: $1,587,000
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Y Second Exec. Salary: $466,720 Bonus: $81,900
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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TEREX CORPORATION www.terex.com


Industry Group Code: 333000 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Heavy Equipment
Cranes Terex Corporation is a diversified global manufacturer of
Mining Equipment capital equipment focused on solutions for the construction,
Aerial Work Platforms infrastructure, quarrying, surface mining, shipping,
Roadbuilding Equipment transportation, refining and utility industries. The company
Utility Products operates in five business segments: Terex Aerial Work
Construction Equipment Platforms; Terex Construction; Terex Cranes; Terex
Materials Handling Equipment Materials Processing & Mining; and Terex Roadbuilding,
Utility Products and Other. The Terex Aerial Work Platforms
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: segment designs, manufactures and markets products such
Terex as material lifts, portable aerial work platforms, trailer-
Genie Lifts
mounted articulating booms, self-propelled articulating and
Bid-Well Paving Machines
telescopic booms, scissor lifts, construction trailers,
generators, and related components and parts. The Terex
Construction segment designs, manufactures and markets
heavy and compact construction equipment. Heavy
equipment includes such products as off-highway trucks,
hydraulic excavators, large wheel loaders and truck-mounted
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be articulated hydraulic cranes. Compact equipment includes
intentionally listed here more than once. products such as loader backhoes, compaction equipment,
Ronald M. DeFeo, CEO excavators, site dumpers and skid steer loaders. The Terex
Tom Riordan, COO Cranes segment produces mobile telescopic cranes, tower
Tom Riordan, Pres. cranes, lattice boom crawler cranes, truck-mounted cranes
Phillip C. Widman, CFO/Sr. VP and telescopic container stackers, as well as their related
Katia Facchetti, Sr. VP/Chief Mktg. Officer replacement parts and components. The Terex Materials
Kevin A. Barr, Sr. VP-Human Resources Processing & Mining segment produces crushing and
Eric I Cohen, General Counsel/Sr. VP/Corp. Sec. screening equipment; hydraulic mining excavators; highwall
Laura Kiernan, Dir.-Investor Rel.
Jonathan D. Carter, Controller/VP/Chief Acct. Officer
mining equipment; high capacity surface mining trucks;
Tim Ford, Pres., Terex Aerial Work Platforms drilling equipment; and related components and replacement
Colin Fox, Sr. VP-Terex Bus. Systems parts. The Terex Roadbuilding, Utility Products and Other
Robert Isaman, Pres., Terex Construction segment produces products such as asphalt and concrete
Richard Nichols, Pres., Terex Cranes equipment; landfill compactors; and utility equipment,
Ronald M. DeFeo, Chmn. including digger derricks, aerial devices and cable placers.
Phone: 203-222-7170 Fax: 203-222-7976 Terex sells its products worldwide and operates
Toll-Free: manufacturing facilities in North and South America, Europe,
Address: 200 Nyala Farm Rd., Westport, CT 06880 US Australia and Asia. Current strategic initiatives include the
further growth of the company’s international business, with
increased emphasis on developing markets including China,
India, Russia, the Middle East and Latin America. In April
2008, Terex acquired South Carolina-based Hydra Platforms
Mfg., Inc., a manufacturer of under-bridge access equipment
used in bridge construction, maintenance and inspection.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $9,889,600 2008 Profits: $71,900 U.S. Stock Ticker: TEX
2007 Sales: $9,137,700 2007 Profits: $613,900 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $1,025,000 Bonus: $2,507,713
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $744,231 Bonus: $857,849
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 4 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

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TESLA MOTORS INC www.teslamotors.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Manufacturing, All-Electric
Battery Manufacturing Tesla Motors, Inc. is a manufacturer of high-performance
Lithium Ion Battery Storage Technologies production electric automobiles. Its first model, the Tesla
Roadster, accelerates from zero to 60 miles per hour in 3.9
seconds, runs for approximately 170-270 miles per charge
and has a base price of $109,000. The Roadster carries an
on-board charging unit that can pull power from standard
wall outlets and from optional mobile charge kits; it also uses
braking friction to charge the battery. Tesla has taken a fairly
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: simple route to solve the problem of storage batteries: the
Tesla Roadster Tesla Roadster has 6,831 lithium ion, laptop computer
Model S
batteries linked together in the trunk! Tesla Motors builds the
Tesla Energy Group
VantagePoint Venture Partners
Roadster at a Lotus Cars manufacturing plant in the U.K. A
Draper Fisher Jervetson future model, the four-door, five-passenger sports sedan
Bay Area Equity Fund codenamed Model S (formerly WhiteStar), is planned for
Compass Venture Partners introduction in the near future, at a price of about $60,000 to
Technology Partners $65,000. The new Model S sedan will be available from
Tesla Stores in five U.S. markets: Northern California;
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Southern California; Chicago; New York; and Florida. The
intentionally listed here more than once. Los Angeles store opened in May 2008. A dealership is also
Elon Musk, CEO planned in London. Eventually, Tesla hopes to construct a
Deepak Ahuja, CFO new plan in San Jose, California that will employ about 1,000
Darryl Siry, VP-Sales, Mktg. & Svc. workers. Tesla recently created a new division, Tesla
Alan Cherry, Sr. Dir.-Human Resources Energy Group, to manufacture and distribute lithium-ion
J. B. Straubel, CTO batteries for automotive and other industrial uses. Tesla is a
Franz von Holzhausen, Chief Designer private firm backed by a number of investors including
Mike Donoughe, Exec. VP-Vehicle Eng. VantagePoint Venture Partners, Draper Fisher Jervetson,
Mike Donoughe, Exec. VP-Vehicle Mfg.
Craig Harding, General Counsel
Bay Area Equity Fund (Managed by JP Morgan), Compass
Diarmuid O'Connell, VP-Bus. Dev. Venture Partners and Technology Partners. In March 2008,
Mike Taylor, VP-Finance the Roadster commenced regular production. The entire
Malcolm Powell, VP-Vehicle Integration 2008 production run quickly sold out, and Tesla has received
Elon Musk, Chmn. a large number of reservations for cars from future
Phone: 650-413-4000 Fax: production. As of October 2008, orders for about 1,200 units
Toll-Free: had been received. Also, in October 2008, the firm
announced a production delay in the new Model S to 2011, a
Address: 1050 Bing St., San Carlos, CA 94070 US
layoff of about 100 employees, and the closing of the
Rochester Hills, Michigan engineering office. At the same
time, investor Elon Musk took over as CEO.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 200
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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THOR INDUSTRIES INC www.thorindustries.com


Industry Group Code: 336214 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Y Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Y Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Y Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Recreational Vehicle Manufacturing
Motor Homes Thor Industries, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of a wide
Automotive Parts & Accessories range of recreation vehicles (RVs) and small and midsize
Camper Trailers commercial buses. In addition, the firm provides related
Vehicle Financing parts, services and accessories for all vehicles they
manufacture. The company’s primary RV subsidiaries are
Airstream, Inc.; Dutchmen Manufacturing, Inc.; Crossroads
RV; Four Winds International, Inc.; Keystone RV Company;
Komfort Corp.; Damon Corporation; Citair, Inc.; and Thor
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: California, Inc. Together they produce conventional travel
Airstream, Inc. trailers, fifth wheels, truck campers, park models (mobile
Dutchmen Manufacturing, Inc.
homes designed for recreational living) and Class A, B and C
Four Winds International, Inc.
Keystone RV Company
motor homes. In 2007, towable RV’s generated 66% of the
Thor Credit Corporation firm’s sales and motorized RVs accounted for 20%. The firm
Champion Bus, Inc. markets its recreational vehicles through approximately
ElDorado National, Inc. 1,530 dealers throughout the U.S. and Canada. Thor’s small
Goshen Coach, Inc. and midsize bus operating subsidiaries are Champion Bus,
Inc.; El Dorado National California, Inc.; El Dorado National
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Kansas, Inc; and Goshen Coach, Inc. Product applications
intentionally listed here more than once. include transit buses, airport car rental and hotel shuttles,
Wade F. B. Thompson, CEO paramedical transit for hospitals and nursing homes and tour
Richard E. Riegel III, COO and charter buses. Bus sales generate 14% of the firm’s
Wade F. B. Thompson, Pres. 2007 sales. The firm owns 50% of Thor Credit Corporation,
Walter L. Bennett, CFO/Exec. VP a vehicle retail finance company owned jointly with GE
Walter L. Bennett, Corp. Sec. Consumer Finance. Thor also has a joint venture with
Peter B. Orthwein, Treas. Cruise America, Inc. called CAT Joint Venture LLC, which
Wade F. B. Thompson, Chmn. makes short-term rentals of motorized recreation vehicles to
Phone: 937-596-6849 Fax: 937-596-6539 the public. Thor Industries donates numerous vehicles and
Toll-Free: finances to the Drive Against Prostate Cancer (DAPC)
Address: 419 W. Pike St., Jackson Center, OH 45334-0629 US program.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: THO
2007 Sales: $2,856,308 2007 Profits: $134,731 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $3,066,276 2006 Profits: $163,405 Employees: 8,462
2005 Sales: $2,558,141 2005 Profits: $119,143 Fiscal Year Ends: 7/31
2004 Sales: $2,187,739 2004 Profits: $104,513 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $270,000 Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $100,500 Bonus: $900,000
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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TI AUTOMOTIVE www.tiautomotive.com
Industry Group Code: 336350 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 3 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturing
Fuel Storage & Fluid Transfer Systems TI Automotive is a global supplier of integrated fuel storage
Industrial Products and delivery systems and fluid carrying systems for braking
and power train applications for cars and trucks. The
company is owned by a consortium of funds managed by
Oaktree Capital Management LP and Duquesne Capital
Management LLC. TI operates over 100 facilities in 27
countries. It maintains relationships with every major
automobile maker in the world, and its components are used
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: in roughly half of the cars built worldwide. TI operates
Oaktree Capital Management through two divisions: the Fuel Systems division, which
Duquesne Capital Management LLC
generates approximately 40% of its sales; and the Fluid
Fuel Systems
Fluid Carrying Systems
Carrying Systems division, which generates approximately
PSA Peugeot Citroen 60% of its sales. The firm generates roughly 50% of its
business in Europe, 35% in North America and 15% in Asia
Pacific and Latin America. In February 2007, TI sold its
industrial group, which is comprised of VARI-FORM, Walbro
Engine Management and Bundy Refrigeration, to an affiliate
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be of Sun Capital Partners, Inc., a private investment firm. The
intentionally listed here more than once. industrial group accounted for approximately 15 % of TI’s
William L. (Bill) Kozyra, CEO sales. In April 2008, TI expanded its operations in Slovakia
Tim Guerriero, General Counsel with the construction of a new 15,000 square foot facility to
Dan Cook, Dir.-Bus. Dev. support brake and fuel line production for PSA Peugeot
Joachim Burkhardt, Pres., Global Fluid Carrying Systems Citroen. The firm will also be expanding a plant in Cadca,
Brian Lindsey, Pres., Global Fuel Systems Slovakia to support increased demand for brake lines from
William L. (Bill) Kozyra, Chmn. Hyundai and Kia.
Phone: 44-1865-871-820 Fax: 44-1865-871-866
Toll-Free:
Address: 4650 Kingsgate, Oxford Business Park S., Oxford,
OX4 2SU UK
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $1,500,000 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 16,000
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: OAKTREE CAPITAL MANAGEMENT
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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TITAN INTERNATIONAL INC www.titan-intl.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 51 Profits: 53
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Y Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Tire Manufacturing
Specialty Tires & Wheels Titan International, Inc. manufactures wheels, tires and
assemblies for off-highway vehicles used in the agricultural,
earthmoving, construction and consumer markets. The
company primarily operates through two wholly-owned
subsidiaries: Titan Tire Corp., North America’s third largest
manufacturer of off-highway tires; and Titan Wheel, the
world’s largest maker of off-highway wheels. The company’s
agricultural rims, wheels and tires are manufactured for use
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: on tractors, combines, skidders, plows, planters and
Titan Tire Corporations irrigation equipment. Its earthmoving and construction rims
Titan Wheel
and wheels are used on skid steers, aerial lifts, cranes,
graders and levelers, scrapers, self-propelled shovel loaders,
load transporters, haul trucks and backhoe loaders. In the
consumer market, Titan builds a variety of products for all-
terrain vehicles (ATV), turf, golf and trailer applications.
Titan also produces various wheels, tires and components
for the U.S. Government, primarily for military vehicles such
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be as trucks, trailers, tanks and personnel carriers. Its various
intentionally listed here more than once. wheels and rims range in diameter from 4-63 inches, the
Maurice M. Taylor, Jr., CEO largest wheel manufactured in North America, and its
Ernest J. Rodia, COO/Exec. VP construction wheels can weigh up to 7,000 pounds. The
Cheri T. Holley, General Counsel/VP/Corp. Sec. company produces more than 50,000 different types and
Kent W. Hackamack, VP-Finance/Treas. sizes of wheels and tires. Titan sells its products directly to
Maurice M. Taylor, Jr., Chmn. original equipment manufacturers, independent distributors
Phone: 217-228-6011 Fax: 217-228-3166 and equipment dealers, as well as through its own
Toll-Free: distribution centers. The company increased production of
Address: 2701 Spruce St., Quincy, IL 62301 US 57- and 63-inch giant radial tires at its Titan Tire facilities in
2007. In April 2008, Titan Tire signed a three-year
agreement to supply farm tires to John Deere affiliates, a
contract expected to be worth $100 million in the first year
alone. In July 2008, the company shipped its first giant 63-
inch, off-the-road tire and wheel assemblies. The tires,
measuring nearly 14 feet tall and weighing 12,500 pounds,
were shipped to Canada’s oil sands for using in mining
applications.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: TWI
2007 Sales: $837,021 2007 Profits: $-7,247 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $679,454 2006 Profits: $5,144 Employees: 2,700
2005 Sales: $470,133 2005 Profits: $11,042 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $510,571 2004 Profits: $11,107 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $750,000 Bonus: $100,000
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $300,000 Bonus: $100,000
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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TOKAI RIKA CO LTD www.tokai-rika.co.jp


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 28 Profits: 18
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturing
Human Interface Systems Tokai Rika Co. Ltd. focuses on manufacturing automobile
Security Systems parts and components. It divides its vehicle products into
Seat Belts five categories: Human interface systems and controls;
Controls security systems; safety systems; exterior; and electrical
Aftermarket Parts appliances and devices. Human interface systems facilitate
communication between drivers and automobiles, creating
car systems that imitate the extension of human sensations
and impulses, including switches, levers and voice activated
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: systems. Specific products include windshield wiper and
MG Shield headlight control switches mounted on the steering column;
power window switches; voice controllers; shift levers; and
cigarette lighters. Security systems mainly comprise keys,
including remote keys and smart keys, as well as immobilizer
systems, which prevents engine start if a key without the
correct chip is used. Safety systems include airbags,
seatbelts, steering wheels and mirrors. Exterior components
include wheel covers and emblems. Finally, electrical
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be appliances and devices include circuits and sensors for
intentionally listed here more than once. systems including air conditioning and the door lock. Toyota
Kiyoshi Kinoshita, Pres. Motor is one of the company’s major customers. Besides
Kenichi Kinoshita, Exec. VP vehicle products, Tokai Rika also manufactures the hallway
Takaoki Tsuchiya, Exec. VP smart key and a window lock monitoring system. The
Shigeru Kato, Exec. VP company ships to 13 countries and has seven affiliated
Takafumi Mizuno, Sr. Managing Dir. companies and 22 consolidated subsidiaries in Japan and
Phone: 81-587-95-5211 Fax: 81-587-95-1917 around the world. In recent years, Tokai Rika has been
Toll-Free: paying special attention to techniques that minimize its
Address: 3-260 Toyota, Oguchi-Cho, Niwa-Gun, Aichi, 480-0195 environmental impact. For example, the company utilizes
Japan MG Shield, instead of the more harmful sulfur hexafluoride
that is traditionally used, as a cover gas in the magnesium
die-casting process. Tokai Rika has also designed and
installed a new dry distillation system that processes up to
132 pounds of industrial waste per day and breaks down
composites of resins and metals, previously disposed of in
landfills, into reusable materials such as oil, metal and
charcoal. It has also developed a photocatalytic device that
removes bacteria in cooling water without the use of
chemicals.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $3,674,680 2007 Profits: $162,790 Int’l Ticker: 6995 Int’l Exchange: Tokyo-TSE
2006 Sales: $3,296,310 2006 Profits: $134,660 Employees: 13,705
2005 Sales: $2,802,280 2005 Profits: $97,530 Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $2,698,000 2004 Profits: $86,500 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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TORESCO ENTERPRISES INC www.1800autoland.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Y Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Fleet Sales Toresco Enterprises, Inc., established in the mid 1940s,
Repair Services operates Autoland, an automobile mall in New Jersey. The
Financing company’s founder and current owner, Donald Toresco,
introduced the automobile mall concept in 1985 with the
opening of Autoland, a 26-acre facility in Springfield, New
Jersey offering such automotive brands as Toyota, Scion,
Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep in one location. Dodgeland, one
of Toresco’s earliest dealerships, was one of the first in the
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Northeast to use computers to store and print bank contracts
Autoland and other paperwork. In addition to selling new cars,
Dodgeland
Autoland sells used cars and offers financing, maintenance
services and parts. Through the company's web site,
customers can search new and used inventories, schedule a
service appointment and fill out a finance application.

CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be
intentionally listed here more than once.
Donald Toresco, Chmn.
Phone: 973-467-2900 Fax: 973-467-1824
Toll-Free: 800-288-6523
Address: 170 Rte. 22 E., Springfield, NJ 07081 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 548
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $507,100 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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TOWER AUTOMOTIVE LLC www.towerautomotive.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 31 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturer
Body Components & Assemblies Tower Automotive LLC, owned by TA Delaware, is a leading
designer and producer of body structure metal components
and assemblies. The firm’s products are used by such
global automotive manufacturers as Ford Motor Company,
Hyundai Kia, Renault, Volkswagen AG, Chrysler LLC, Fiat
Auto, BMW AG, Daimler AG, Honda Motor Co., Ltd. and
Toyota Motor Corporation. Operating through 39 facilities in
13 countries throughout the Americas, Europe and Asia, TA
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Delaware manufactures body structural stampings and
Tower Automotive Inc assemblies; chassis structural stampings and assemblies,
Metalsa S. de R.L.
including full frames and cradles; suspension components,
Tower Golden Ring
Tower Automotive Wuhu Ltd.
modules and systems; and exposed sheet metal surfaces.
Cerberus Capital Management LP The company’s joint ventures include Metalsa S. de R.L. in
TA Delaware Mexico; Tower Golden Ring in Changchun, China; and
Tower Automotive Wuhu Ltd. in China. In July 2007, Tower
Automotive was acquired by an affiliate of Cerberus Capital
Management LP, Tower Automotive, LLC, for approximately
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be $1 billion. Following the acquisition, the company emerged
intentionally listed here more than once. from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and changed its
Mark Malcolm, CEO operating structure to include holding company TA Delaware.
Mike Rajkovic, COO
Mark Malcolm, Pres.
Jim Gouin, CFO/Exec. VP
Gyula Meleghy, Pres., Tower Automotive Int'l Oper.
Phone: 248-675-6000 Fax: 248-675-6494
Toll-Free:
Address: 27175 Haggerty Rd., Novi, MI 48377-3626 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $3,000,000 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $2,884,400 2006 Profits: $-202,066 Employees: 11,850
2005 Sales: $2,932,209 2005 Profits: $-373,372 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $2,828,551 2004 Profits: $-551,619 Parent Company: CERBERUS CAPITAL MANAGEMENT
LP
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $775,000 Bonus: $347,216
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $450,000 Bonus: $95,067
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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TOYO TIRE & RUBBER CO LTD www.toyojapan.com


Industry Group Code: 326200 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 6 Profits: 5
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Y Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Plastics & Rubber Manufacturing
Tire Production Toyo Tire and Rubber Co., Ltd. is a worldwide corporation
Automotive Parts Manufacturing specializing in the production of rubber and polyurethane
Auto Racing products. The company operates in three divisions: Tires,
Thermal Insulation chemicals and industrial products, and automotive parts.
Chemical & Industrial Products Toyo’s primary business unit is its tire division, which is
focused on the manufacturing of tires for cars, trucks, buses
and commercial and off-road vehicles, as well as tires for
heavy construction machinery and studless snow tires. Its
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: tire business is divided into three departments: Original
Toyo Tire North America, Inc. equipment sales, replacement tires and overseas tire
Team Toyo
operations. Team Toyo, the company’s racing division,
Toyo Tire Europe GmbH
Nitto Tire Canada, Inc.
outfits numerous racing circuits and markets a range of
Toyo Tyre & Rubber Australia Ltd. branded apparel. Toyo’s chemical and industrial products
Divertech Company division creates a wide range of industrial rubber and
polyurethane products, such as seismic-isolation rubber
bearings for bridges, flexible polyurethane foam, waterproof
and sealing sheets. It also creates thermal insulation
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be products, as well as components for information technology
intentionally listed here more than once. equipment. Toyo’s automotive parts division is primarily
Kenji Nakakura, CEO concerned with developing anti-vibration products, such as
Kenji Nakakura, Pres. engine mounts and seat cushions, specifically for
Yasuo Onodera, CFO automobiles. Toyo also controls Divertech Company, which
Mitsuaki Hashiyama, Managing Dir.-Tech. was created in 2007 with the goal of improving product
Kenji Takada, Dir.-Tire Mfg. power, production technologies, manufacturing methods and
Yutaka Ebuchi, Managing Dir.-Main Tire Bus. Div. facilities for Toyo’s non-tire businesses. Collectively, Toyo
Takashi Ichikawa, Dir.-Diver TEC Bus. and its consolidated subsidiary operations oversee more
Kazuo Nagai, Sr. Managing Dir.-Tires
Shozo Kibata, Pres., Toyo Tire North America Inc.
than 30 manufacturing plants and over 80 global sales
Masanori Suga, Dir.-Purchasing offices in more than 100 countries. In 2007, the company
established Nitto Tire Canada, Inc., a new company that will
Phone: 81-6-6441-8801 Fax: market Nitto-branded tires. Also in 2007, Toyo’s Australian
Toll-Free: subsidiary, Toyo Tyre & Rubber Australia Ltd., sold its
Address: 1-17-18 Edobori, Nishi-ku, Osaka, 550-8661 Japan automotive interior parts business. In May 2008, the
company announced plans for a new tire manufacturing plant
in Asia, which will also serve as an export center for the
company’s global business. The plant is scheduled for
completion in 2010.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $2,980,000 2007 Profits: $55,900 Int’l Ticker: 5105 Int’l Exchange: Tokyo-TSE
2006 Sales: $2,792,300 2006 Profits: $50,000 Employees: 6,618
2005 Sales: $2,510,800 2005 Profits: $69,600 Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $2,424,600 2004 Profits: $52,300 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y

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TOYODA GOSEI CO LTD www.toyoda-gosei.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 24 Profits: 21
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Components
LEDs & Optoelectronics Toyoda Gosei Co., Ltd., a member of the Toyota Group,
Consumer Products produces and distributes several categories of automotive
Airbags components. The company has 16 locations in Japan, 15 in
the U.S., 22 in Asia and six in Europe, for a total of 59
locations. Its business segments include interior and exterior
parts, body sealing products, functional parts, safety system
products and optoelectronic products, as well as general
industry parts and various other products. In automotive
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: components, the company’s interior and exterior parts
Toyota Group division produces instrument panels and controls, door trims,
Toyota Motor Corporation
hubcaps, radiator grills and spoilers. The body sealing
products division primarily makes weather stripping for
vehicles. The functional parts division develops fuel tanks
and components, valve and head covers, hoses and
gaskets. The safety system products division makes
steering wheels and airbags. In optoelectronic products,
Toyoda offers blue, green and white LEDs, which are used in
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be multi-colored lighting for center consoles and instrument
intentionally listed here more than once. panels, large outdoor color displays, traffic signals and cell
Takashi Matsuura, Pres. phone displays. The company also produces a variety of
Fujiwara Nobuo, Dir./Mgr.-Bus. Dept./Dept. Mgr.-Quality Assurance other consumer products, including cell phone cases, air
Noboru Kato, Managing Dir. purifiers and weight-dispersing mattresses. In addition, the
Ikehata Hiroshi, Managing Dir. company recently entered an agreement with OSRAM
Akio Matsubara, Chmn. GmbH to share patents for LED technologies.
Phone: 81-52-400-1055 Fax: 81-52-409-7491 Toyoda Gosei offers its employees in Japan a health care
Toll-Free: center and company dormitories.
Address: 1 Nagahata, Ochiai, Haruhi-cho, Nishikasugai-gun,
Aichi, 452-8564 Japan
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $6,612,408 2008 Profits: $307,443 U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $5,027,145 2007 Profits: $135,059 Int’l Ticker: 7282 Int’l Exchange: Tokyo-TSE
2006 Sales: $4,243,021 2006 Profits: $91,833 Employees: 23,925
2005 Sales: $4,055,673 2005 Profits: $98,567 Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $3,757,800 2004 Profits: $120,000 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y

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TOYOTA AUTO BODY CO LTD www.toyota-body.co.jp


Industry Group Code: 336211 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits: 2
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Motor Vehicle Body Manufacturing
Commercial Vans & Trucks Toyota Auto Body Co., Ltd., founded in 1945 in Japan,
Auto Parts Manufacturing operates as a subsidiary of Toyota Motor Corporation for the
assembling of the bodies of passenger cars, minivans, SUVs
and commercial vans and trucks. The firm also assembles
specially equipped vehicles, including vehicles with
refrigeration and freezer capabilities, container vans, vans
with power lifters and welfare service vehicles and
machinery, such as detachable seat and ramp-type
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: wheelchair-customized vehicles. It produces a line of Prius
Toyota Motor Corporation sedans, the well-recognized hybrid electric car; and was
P.T. Sugity Creatives Co., Ltd.
instrumental, in the distant past, for producing Japan’s first
Chun Shyang Shin Yeh Industry Co., Ltd.
Toyota Auto Body Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.
all-steel, large-sized truck. The firm’s domestic plants
Thai Auto Conversion Co., Ltd. include Kariya, Inabe, Yoshiwara and Fujimatsu, along with
the Kotobuki New Development Center; and internationally,
the company operates subsidiaries in Indonesia, Thailand,
Taiwan and Malaysia. Overseas subsidiaries include P.T.
Sugity Creatives Co., Ltd., Chun Shyang Shin Yeh Industry
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Co., Ltd., Toyota Auto Body Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. and Thai
intentionally listed here more than once. Auto Conversion Co., Ltd. Toyota Motor Corporation owns
Toshio Mizushima, Pres. approximately 50% of the company. In 2007, the company
Yasushi Tanaka, Sr. Managing Dir. began production of new models of the Voxy, Noah and
Kiyoshi Yamaoka, St. Managing Dir. Land Cruiser. Also in 2007, Toyota Auto Body established a
Nobuo Ohkochi, Sr. Managing Dir./Mgr.-Fujimatsu Plant new parts company in Mississippi.
Kuniaki Ogawa, Managing Dir./Mgr.-Yoshihara Plant
Phone: 81-566-36-2121 Fax:
Toll-Free:
Address: 100 Kanayama, Ichiriyama-cho Kariya, Aichi, 448-8666
Japan
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $13,181,800 2007 Profits: $122,300 Int’l Ticker: 7221 Int’l Exchange: Tokyo-TSE
2006 Sales: $11,876,400 2006 Profits: $130,500 Employees: 16,535
2005 Sales: $9,132,300 2005 Profits: $102,600 Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $8,447,700 2004 Profits: $308,100 Parent Company: TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION www.toyota.co.jp/en


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobiles, Manufacturing
Manufactured Housing Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) designs, manufactures,
Advertising & e-Commerce Services assemblies and sells automobiles in over 170 countries
Financial Services under the Toyota, Lexus, Daihatsu and Hino brands. The
Telecommunications Services firm operates in three segments: automotive, financial and
Information Technology other. The automotive segment includes the manufacturing
Nanotechnology Research of passenger vehicles, minivans and trucks, related parts
and accessories. The financial segment consists primarily of
providing financing for the purchase of Toyota vehicles.
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Subsidiary Toyota Financial Services Corp. oversees the
Lexus management of the firm’s finance companies worldwide and
Wesco Investments
the expansion into new automobile-related product areas.
Central Motor Co. Ltd.
Toyota South Africa (Pty) Ltd.
Subsidiary Toyota Motor Credit Corp., the principal financial
Toyota Motor Credit Corp services subsidiary in the U.S., provides a wide range of
Toyota Auto Body Co Ltd financial services, including retail financing, retail leasing,
Hino Motors Ltd wholesale financing and insurance. Toyota Finance Corp.
Delphys Inc provides a range of financial services, including retail
financing, retail leasing, credit cards and housing loans. The
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be other segment includes non-automotive business activities
intentionally listed here more than once. such as the manufacture and sale of prefabricated housing
Akio Toyoda, Pres./Representative Dir. and the development of IT related products and services.
Masatami Takimoto, Exec. VP-R&D Center The majority of vehicle sales, 33.2%, are to the North
Koichi Ina, Sr. Managing Dir.-Strategic Prod. Planning Group American market; 24.6% vehicles sold are in Japan;
Iwao Nihashi, Sr. Managing Dir.-TQM Promotion Div. 14.4%throughout Europe; 10.7% within the remainder of
Takeshi Suzuki, Sr. Managing Dir.-Finance & Acct. Group Asia; and 17.1% are scattered through various other regions.
Katsuaki Watanabe, Vice Chmn./Representative Dir. In July 2008, the company agreed to acquire Central Motor
Takahiko Ijichi, Sr. Managing Dir.-Bus. Dev. Group Co. Ltd. In August 2008, the firm signed an agreement to
Takeshi Uchiyamada, Exec. VP/Representative Dir.
Mitsuo Kinoshita, Exec. VP/Representative Dir.
acquire the remaining shares in joint venture Toyota South
Fujio Cho, Chmn./Representative Dir. Africa (Pty) Ltd. Toyota suffered a serious global drop in unit
sales in 2008.
Phone: 81-0565-28-2121 Fax: 81-0565-23-5800
Toll-Free:
Address: 1 Toyota-Cho, Toyota City, Aichi, 471-8571 Japan
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $262,394,000 2008 Profits: $17,146,000 U.S. Stock Ticker: TM
2007 Sales: $185,752,000 2007 Profits: $13,927,000 Int’l Ticker: 7203 Int’l Exchange: Tokyo-TSE
2006 Sales: $179,083,000 2006 Profits: $11,681,000 Employees: 316,121
2005 Sales: $159,046,000 2005 Profits: $10,037,000 Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $148,240,000 2004 Profits: $9,961,000 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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TOYOTA MOTOR CREDIT CORP www.toyotafinancial.com


Industry Group Code: 522220 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 3 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Y Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Financing
Leasing Toyota Motor Credit Corporation (TMCC), a subsidiary of
Insurance Toyota Motor Corporation, provides retail and wholesale
financing, retail leasing and certain other financial products
and services to authorized Toyota, Lexus and Scion vehicle
dealers and to other domestic and import franchised dealers
and their customers in the U.S. and Puerto Rico. The third
largest automotive captive financing company in the U.S.,
TMCC has 30 company branches, three management offices
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: and three customer service centers across the U.S. and has
Toyota Motor Corporation more than $65 billion in managed assets. The company's
Toyota Financial Services
services are marketed under the Toyota Financial Services
Lexus Financial Services
and Lexus Financial Services brands. TMCC also provides
retail and wholesale financing to authorized Toyota vehicle
dealers and their customers in Mexico and Venezuela. In
addition, the firm offers financing for various industrial and
commercial products such as forklifts, light and medium-duty
trucks and electric vehicles. Subsidiaries of TMCC sell
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be insurance, acquire and securitize lease and financing
intentionally listed here more than once. receivables from other lenders and provide retail and
George E. Borst, CEO wholesale lease financing.
George E. Borst, Pres. TMCC offers its employees a benefits package that includes
John F. Stillo, CFO/VP medical, dental and vision plans; a health care flexible
David Pellicioni, Corp. Sec./Sr. VP spending account; a dependent care reimbursement
Phone: 310-468-1310 Fax: 310-468-7800 account; an associate support and assistance plan; LifeCare
Toll-Free: resources; adoption assistance; flextime; a fitness center
Address: 19001 S. Western Ave., Torrance, CA 90509 US discount; tuition aid; discounted vehicles; and an associate
vehicle lease.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $7,296,000 2007 Profits: $432,000 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $5,585,000 2006 Profits: $580,000 Employees: 3,054
2005 Sales: $4,086,000 2005 Profits: $762,000 Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $3,822,000 2004 Profits: $641,000 Parent Company: TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $200,128 Bonus: $25,588
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $162,870 Bonus: $170,350
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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TREADWAYS CORP www.treadwayscorp.com


Industry Group Code: 441300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Y Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Private-Label Tire Distribution
Treadways Corp., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Japanese
holding company Sumitomo Corporation, is a private-brand
supplier of automobile and truck tires with distribution centers
around the U.S. Its commercial brands are sourced from
manufacturers including Sumitomo Tire, Cooper Tire and
Rubber, B.F. Goodrich and Goodyear. The company
distributes these products to tire retail and automotive
service centers through its six branded divisions: Sumitomo
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Tire, Eldorado Tire, Telstar Tire, Laramie Tire, Jetzon Tire
Sumitomo Corporation and TreadXpress. The company’s current brands are based
Laramie Tire
on assets obtained through a series of acquisitions made
Eldorado Tire
TreadXpress
throughout the 1990s. Treadways maintains an integrated
Jetzon Tire TreadNet online ordering and distribution service, with
Telstar Tire access across the catalogs of all six divisions. The
Sumitomo Tire company’s tires are sold to over 4,000 customers, including
TreadNet dealers and distributors, and they incorporate a variety of
high performance, passenger, farm tire and industrial tire
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be product lines. In recent news, Treadways was merged with
intentionally listed here more than once. another of Sumitomo’s tire subsidiaries, TBC Corporation.
Lyle Symonds, Pres. Treadways Corp. offers its employees a benefits package
John Rigney, CFO that includes a 401(k) plan, relocation benefits, tuition
Jim Hannon, VP-Bus. Dev. assistance and discounts on private-branded tires.
Phone: 610-615-8000 Fax: 610-615-8001
Toll-Free: 800-895-1449
Address: 2000 Campus Ln., East Norriton, PA 19403 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 182
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: SUMITOMO CORPORATION
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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TRELLEBORG AB www.trelleborg.com
Industry Group Code: 326100 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Y Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Polymer Technology-Based Customized Solutions
Polymer-Based Automotive Components Trelleborg AB provides customized solutions based on
Industrial Fluid Systems polymer technology and application. The firm operates four
Building Materials business units: Trelleborg Engineered Systems, Trelleborg
Automotive, Trelleborg Sealing Solutions and Trelleborg
Wheel Systems. Trelleborg Engineered Solutions produces
hoses, elastomer laminates and polymer-coated fabrics;
dredging systems and pipe seals; protective and diving suits;
marine fender systems; support bearings expansion joints for
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: bridges; and tunnel seals and niche products for the offshore
Officine Meccaniche GNL SpA oil/gas extraction sector. Trelleborg Automotive develops
NPC, Inc.
and manufactures polymer-based components and systems
Hetag Takdaekning A/S
MacDermid Offset Printing Blankets
for noise and vibration damping in light and industrial
Hydro-Components Research & Development Corp. vehicles, as well as rail, marine and off-road vehicles.
Gummiteknik GTM AB Products include thermoplastic boots, brake shims and
AFM, Inc. damping materials. Trelleborg Sealing Solutions supplies
Solid Service Group precision seals for the industrial, automotive and aerospace
markets. Trelleborg Wheel Systems produces tires and
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be complete wheel systems for farm and forest machines; lift
intentionally listed here more than once. trucks; and other materials-handling vehicles. The firm has
Peter Nilsson, CEO production units in Europe, Asia, the Middle East, North
Peter Nilsson, Pres. America and Australia. In 2007, the company made a
Bo Jacobsson, CFO/Exec. VP number of acquisitions, including Hydro-Components
Soren Andersson, Sr. VP-Human Resources Research & Development Corp., a high-precision
Peter Svenburg, Sr. VP-IT components manufacturer; Gummiteknik GTM AB, a
Ulf Graden, General Counsel/Sr. VP/Sec. manufacturer of rubber components for the engineering and
Peter Suter, Sr. VP-Strategic Projects construction industries; AFM, Inc., a distributor of hydraulic
Viktoria Bergman, Sr. VP-Corp. Comm.
Conny Torstensson, VP-Investor Rel.
seals and custom rubber components; and Solid Service
Claes Jorwall, Sr. VP-Taxes Group, a specialized industrial tire distributor. In early 2008,
Lennart Johansson, VP-Trelleborg Engineered Systems the firm additionally acquired MacDermid Offset Printing
Maurizio Vischi, Pres., Trelleborg Wheel Systems Blankets, part of MacDermid, Inc.; a 40% stake in Hetag
Roger Johansson, Pres., Trelleborg Automotive Takdaekning A/S, a roofing contract company; NPC, Inc., a
Claus Barsoe, Pres., Trelleborg Sealing Solutions pipe seals company; and Officine Meccaniche GNL SpA, a
Anders Narvinger, Chmn. distributor of seals for the construction, mining and
Peter Suter, Sr. VP-Procurement agricultural machinery industries. In April 2008, Trelleborg
Phone: 46-410-670-00 Fax: 46-410-427-63 acquired the minority outstanding share in Trelleborg Sealing
Toll-Free: Solutions India, now a wholly-owned subsidiary.
Address: P.O. Box 153, Trelleborg, 231 22 Sweden Trelleborg offers internships and summer work opportunities
as well as offering employees training and management
programs.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $5,237,700 2007 Profits: $139,600 Int’l Ticker: TRELB Int’l Exchange: Stockholm-SSE
2006 Sales: $4,568,800 2006 Profits: $127,700 Employees: 25,637
2005 Sales: $3,996,500 2005 Profits: $197,400 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $3,464,300 2004 Profits: $50,200 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

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TRW AUTOMOTIVE HOLDINGS CORP www.trw.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 9 Profits: 26
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Systems & Components
Safety Systems TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. is one of the world's largest
suppliers of automotive systems, modules and components
to global automotive original equipment manufacturers
(OEMs) and related aftermarkets. Through an extensive
network of subsidiaries, TRW supplies products and services
to more than 40 major vehicle manufacturers. With more
than 200 facilities around the world, the company is a market
leader in the production of braking, steering, suspension,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: cruise control, commercial steering, airbag, seat belt and
TRW Integrated Chassis Systems LLC body control (heating and air conditioning) systems. In
TRW Technar Inc
addition, the firm develops a comprehensive line of safety
EnTire Solutions LLC
LucasVarity Automotive Holding Company
products for the automobile industry, including both active
TRW Automotive Global Receivables LLC safety systems, such as tire pressure monitoring systems
TRW Occupant Restraint Systems (Ventures) Ltd and vehicle rollover sensors; and passive safety systems,
TRW Intellectual Property Corp such as airbag sensors. TRW uses cutting-edge tire
TRW Overseas Inc pressure monitoring systems that can tell drivers which tires
are under-inflated, by how much and how fast they are losing
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be pressure. The company also uses advanced technology in
intentionally listed here more than once. its occupant weight sensing system. The system uses strain
John C. Plant, CEO gauges at each corner of the front passenger seat frame to
Steven Lunn, COO/Exec. VP directly measure the occupant’s seating weight and classify
John C. Plant, Pres. them to determine the appropriate air bag deployment
Joseph S. Cantie, CFO/Exec. VP strength. In addition to products and systems it produces on
Peter J. Lake, Exec. VP-Sales behalf of new vehicle manufacturers, the company is also a
Neil E. Marchuk, Exec. VP-Human Resources leading provider of automotive service, parts, technical
David L. Bialosky, General Counsel/Exec. VP support and diagnostic support through its aftermarket
Peter J. Lake, Exec. VP-Bus. Dev.
Neil P. Simpkins, Chmn.
business unit, which serves customers in more than 120
countries worldwide. Customers that accounted for 10% or
Phone: 734-855-2600 Fax: 734-855-2999 more of sales in 2008 include Volkswagen, Ford and General
Toll-Free: Motors. In early 2008, subsidiary TRW Integrated Chassis
Address: 12001 Tech Ctr. Dr., Livonia, MI 48150 US Systems, LLC acquired a portion of Delphi Corp.’s North
American brake component machining and module assembly
assets. In June 2008, subsidiary TRW Airbag Systems
GmbH reached an agreement to acquire certain initiator
machining and intellectual property rights from France-based
Davey Bickford SNC.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $14,995,000 2008 Profits: $-779,000 U.S. Stock Ticker: TRW
2007 Sales: $14,702,000 2007 Profits: $90,000 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $13,144,000 2006 Profits: $176,000 Employees: 65,200
2005 Sales: $12,643,000 2005 Profits: $204,000 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $12,011,000 2004 Profits: $29,000 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $1,594,167 Bonus: $3,904,000
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $974,152 Bonus: $1,519,045
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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TUTTLE-CLICK AUTOMOTIVE GROUP www.tuttleclick.com


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 11 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Maintenance & Repair Tuttle-Click Automotive Group sells new and used cars at
dealerships in Irvine, Tustin and Orange County California.
The company’s dealership network represents about 12
franchises, which sell Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, Lincoln
Mercury, Mitsubishi and Jeep vehicles. Its service centers
deal primarily with repair and maintenance of Ford and
Chrysler models. The groups operations include the Tustin
Auto Mall, which is a dealership and service center that
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: specializes in the Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge model cars; the
Irvine Auto Mall Irvine Auto Center, which is a primarily a Lincoln Mercury
Tustin Auto Mall
dealership and service center, but also works with Ford and
Mitsubishi; and its Commercial Truck Centers, which deal in
and maintenance Ford and Dodge model trucks in the
Orange County area. The company also operates an online
dealership that assists visitors in choosing, purchasing and
financing any of its new or used vehicles, which each include
detailed specifications, prices, mileage and pictures on its
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be web site. Customers who buy new cars and trucks are also
intentionally listed here more than once. able to customize the vehicle online to satisfy their personal
Chris Cotter, Pres. preferences. Founded by Holmes Tuttle and James Click,
James H. Click, Chmn. the company has been in business for over 60 years.
Phone: 949-598-4800 Fax: 949-830-0980
Toll-Free:
Address: 41 Auto Center Dr., Irvine, CA 92618 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $677,500 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 1,300
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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UNIPART GROUP OF COMPANIES www.unipart.co.uk


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 33 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturer
Supply Chain Management The Unipart Group of Companies (UGC) is a logistics and
Consulting Services automotive parts and accessories company in Europe. UGC
Railroad Supplies is divided into eight divisions: logistics, rail, automotive,
Automobile Parts Warehousing & Distribution Unipart Way Expert Practices, leisure, manufacturing,
Marine Parts & Accessories conference centre and car care centres. Unipart Logistics
Recreational Vehicle & Camping Accessories aids companies in identifying the most cost efficient and
effective methods of managing various areas of business,
such as inventory management and supplier development.
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Unipart Rail supplies materials for infrastructure; assists with
Unipart Logistics manufacture, service and repair; and handles logistics and
Unipart Automotive
supply chain management. Unipart Automotive is one of the
Unipart Manufacturing Group
Unipart Rail
largest suppliers of aftermarket components in the U.K. It
Unipart Way Expert Practices carries components for cars, light vans and commercial
Unipart Leisure and Marine vehicles, as well as garage equipment, workshop and
Unipart Conference Center bodyshop planning and design, and bodyshop consumables.
Burden Group Unipart Way Expert Practices provides lean thinking and
logistics management for public and private sector
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be organizations. Unipart Leisure and Marine is a wholesale
intentionally listed here more than once. supplier of caravan, motor home, camping and marine
John M. Neill, CEO accessories and parts. The segment operates under the
Tony Morgue, Dir.-Finance names The Burden Group and Mark Dowland Marine.
Frank Nigriello, Dir.-Corp. Affairs Unipart Manufacturing Group makes vehicle equipment for
Phone: 44-1865-778-966 Fax: 44-1865-383-763 the automotive industry. Its joint ventures include Unipart
Toll-Free: Eberspacher Exhaust Systems, which manufactures exhaust
systems, catalytic converters, fabricated manifolds and steel
Address: Unipart House, Garsington Rd., Cowley, Oxford, OX4
fuel tanks, and Kautex Unipart Ltd, which manufactures
2PG UK
plastic fuel tanks and fuel systems. The Unipart Conference
Centre is a nine room facility that provides conference space,
leisure suites and catering. Unipart Car Care Centres are a
network of 1,300 independent vehicle care garages. The
company is partially owned by employees, which it manages
through its membership in the Employee Ownership
Association in the U.K. In December 2007, PPG Industries
agreed to acquire the bodyshop distribution business of
Unipart Automotive.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $2,281,800 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $2,291,730 2006 Profits: $29,270 Employees: 9,000
2005 Sales: $2,329,990 2005 Profits: $101,090 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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UNI-SELECT INC www.uni-select.com


Industry Group Code: 423120 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturer
Auto Parts Dealer Uni-Select, Inc. is a wholesale distributor and marketer of
Auto Parts Distribution automotive and heavy-duty replacement parts and
Product & Market Development Services accessories. The firm is linked with a network of auto parts
Marketing & Support Services dealers in North America, with 61 distribution centers in the
U.S. and 14 in Canada that supply access to roughly
350,000 different types of auto parts. The company splits its
business into three segments: Canadian Automotive Group,
USA Automotive Group and Heavy Duty Group. The
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Canadian Automotive Group specializes in distributing
Auto Parts Plus replacement parts for light cars under the Auto Parts Plus,
Auto Plus
Auto Plus and Bumper to Bumper brands. The group
Bumper to Bumper
Parts Plus
distributes parts through 35 corporate stores as well as
Parts Holding, LLC through independent installers. It also supplies its merchant
Consumer Auto Parts, Inc. customers with services that support their operations such as
Replacement Parts Depot Limited differentiating marketing programs, training activities, IT
management tools and financing. The USA Automotive
Group distributes parts for light cars under the Parts Plus
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be and Auto Plus brands. This group, operated by the firm’s
intentionally listed here more than once. subsidiary Uni-Select USA, Inc., supplies coverage for
Richard G. Roy, CEO approximately 70% of registered vehicles in the U.S. as well
Richard G. Roy, Pres. as offering supplementary services to merchant customers.
Denis Mathieu, CFO/VP The Heavy Duty Group markets and distributes replacement
Luc L'Esperance, VP-Human Resources parts for trucks, trailers, heavy duty vehicles and buses. It
Jean-Pierre Beaulieu, CIO/VP also sells wheels and mags for automobiles. The firm’s
Pierre Chesnay, VP-Legal Affairs/Sec. heavy duty operations are located exclusively in Canada with
Guy M. Archambault, VP-Corp. Dev. corporate stores in Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia,
Martin Labrecque, VP-Finance & Control
Gary O'Connor, Exec. VP-Automotive Group Canada
Prince Edward Island, Ontario and Alberta. In 2007, the firm
Florent Jacques, Sr. VP-Dist. & Integration acquired Consumer Auto Parts, Inc., an automotive
Jean Rivard, Exec. VP-Heavy Duty Group replacement parts distributor active in Massachusetts. Also
Jean-Louis Dulac, Chmn. in 2007, Uni-Select acquired the U.S. firm Parts Holding,
Jim Buzzard, Exec. VP-Automotive Group , USA LLC. In 2008, the company acquired the Canadian firm
Michel Laverdure, VP-Corp. Purchasing Replacement Parts Depot Limited and acquired the assets of
Phone: 450-641-2440 Fax: 450-449-4908 Beck/Arnley Worldparts Corp. Also in 2008, the firm sold the
Toll-Free: assets of four corporate stores in the Alma, Lac St-Jean
Address: 170 Industriel Blvd., Boucherville, QC J4B 2X3 Canada region in Quebec.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $1,144,900 2007 Profits: $40,000 Int’l Ticker: UNS Int’l Exchange: Toronto-TSX
2006 Sales: $1,101,400 2006 Profits: $41,400 Employees: 3,755
2005 Sales: $1,083,997 2005 Profits: $37,144 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $749,641 2004 Profits: $29,420 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $457,959 Bonus: $171,891
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $239,235 Bonus: $68,408
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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UTILIMASTER CORP www.utilimaster.com


Industry Group Code: 336120 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 19 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Truck Manufacturer
Custom Vehicles Utilimaster Corp., established in 1973, designs and builds
custom commercial vehicles. Its products include
Aeromaster walk-in vans (also called step-vans), parcel
delivery vans (PDVs) and truck bodies for corporations.
Walk-in vans are primarily used to haul cargo, such as
bakery goods or textiles, as well as parcel delivery. They
feature direct walk-in access from the cab to the cargo area,
hence the name. PDVs, such as the Metromaster, Utilivan
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: and Trademaster, are used in many other industries besides
Aeromaster parcel delivery, such as construction and utility service.
Metromaster
They have optional walk-in access, and over-cab storage
Utilivan
Trademaster
space. The company’s large cargo capacity fully-enclosed
Vehicle Control Access System (VCAS) truck bodies are mounted on a chassis with the original cab,
and are now available in cutaway models. Some other
vehicle options for the company’s models include cargo load
bars, grab handles, luxury seats, radios and lift gates. The
firm also services its vehicles. Utilimaster has worked
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be extensively with and offers specialized solutions for four
intentionally listed here more than once. major industries: Parcel, baking & snack, textile and utility.
Larry Doyle, CEO Common customization projects include installing flood
Larry Doyle, Pres. lights, ventilation systems, adjustable shelves, side roll-up
Bill Buraczewski, Mgr.-Mktg. doors, loading ramps, diesel generators and workbenches.
Steve Campbell, Dir.-Parts Sales Customers for the company include FedEx (Federal Express
Phone: 574-862-4561 Fax: 574-862-4517 Corporation), USPS (United States Postal Service), Canada
Toll-Free: 800-582-3454 x 3000 Post, UPS, Budget, Penske, Ryder TRS, Aramark, Frito-Lay,
Address: 65906 State Rd. 19, Wakarusa, IN 46573-0585 US Wonder, Keebler, Krispy Kreme, IBC, The Salvation Army,
Verizon and Home Depot. In partnership with STRATTEC
and FedEx, the company developed the Vehicle Control
Access System (VCAS), a keyless vehicle that utilizes an
electronic bracelet to unlock and start the vehicle. In August
2007, the firm agreed to develop a hybrid electric commercial
delivery van in cooperation with Azure Dynamics Corporation
and Ford Motor Company.
Employees of Utilmaster receive medical, dental and vision
insurance; paid time off; an employee assistance program;
and discounts on GM and Ford products.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $138,600 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 1,000
2005 Sales: $96,600 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURING CO www.utilitytrailer.com


Industry Group Code: 336120 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Trailer Manufacturing
Parts & Service Utility Trailer Manufacturing Co. designs, engineers, builds
and services a complete line of trailers, including flatbeds,
refrigerated trailers (reefers), dry-freight vans and curtain-
sided trailers. It has developed numerous technologies,
including the cold flow floor design, its patented Barrier Door,
the use of polyurethane foam in refrigerated trailers, the
shockless pintle hook and a completely waterproof electrical
system. The firm was one of the first companies in the U.S.
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: to introduce and manufacture curtain-sided trailers. Sold
Barrier Door under the brand Tautliner, these trailers feature load-bearing
Tautliner
curtains that slide back for immediate access to the load.
Grocery 2000R
Distributor 2000R
The Tautliner is one of the company’s most popular brands.
Centerseal 2000R The firm’s 2000R reefer, one of the top selling reefers in the
Utilitopics world, is used on five continents and is available in three
different size models: Grocery, Distributor and Centerseal.
The company operates five trailer manufacturing plants
throughout the U.S., and its products are sold by over 100
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be dealers in the U.S., Canada, Mexico and Chile. Its North
intentionally listed here more than once. American facilities also offer parts and servicing for all of the
Paul Bennett, CEO company’s trailers. The firm also publishes Utilitopics, a
Craig Bennett, Sr. VP-Mktg. & Sales newsletter sent to company employees, customers and
Todd Bennett, Dir.-Finance dealers, covering market conditions and other topics. Utility
Stephen F. Bennett, VP-Purchasing Trailer has been owned and operated by the Bennett family
Phone: 626-965-1541 Fax: 626-965-2790 since brothers H. C. and E. W. Bennett founded the
Toll-Free: company in 1914.
Address: 17295 E. Railroad St., City of Industry, CA 91748 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 3,200
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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VALEO www.valeo.com
Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 10 Profits: 16
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturing
Security Systems Valeo SA is an independent industrial group focused on the
Electrical & Electronic Systems design, production and sale of components, systems and
Lighting Systems modules for cars and trucks, both in the original equipment
Thermal Systems market and the aftermarket. Valeo is a supplier to major
Aftermarket Products global automakers including Ford Motor Company, General
Transmission Components Motors, Porsche, Toyota, Volkswagen Group and many
others. The firm is organized into four divisions that group
together 10 product family branches and one branch
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: dedicated to aftermarket products. While marketing and
SmartWash logistics activities are shared to improve efficiency, each
e-Harness Smart Connector
branch maintains its own customer interface to provide the
Nanjing Valeo Clutch Company
Valeo Pyeong Hwa
best solutions for specific customer requirements. The
Foshan Valeo Ichikoh Auto Lighting Systems Co. electrical systems division represents approximately half of
Valeo’s sales and covers the lighting, wipers, switches and
detection, electronics and connective systems, security and
engine management branches. The thermal systems
division represents approximately a quarter of the firm’s
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be sales and covers climate control and engine cooling
intentionally listed here more than once. branches. The transmissions division produces products
Thierry Morin, CEO such as friction materials and clutch systems. Valeo’s
Luc Bleriot, COO aftermarket business operates two industrial branches: OES
Hans-Peter Kunze, Sr. VP-Sales & Bus. Dev. for the sale of original equipment spare parts to automakers
Michel Boulain, VP-Human Resources and IAM for sales to the independent aftermarket.
Martin Haub, VP-R&D Additionally, the company operates a joint venture, Foshan
Andre Gold, Sr. VP-Tech. Valeo Ichikoh Auto Lighting Systems Co., Ltd., with Ichikoh,
Geric Lebedoff, General Counsel a Japanese manufacturer of lighting systems. The firm has a
Vincent Marcel, VP-Strategic Oper.
Kate Philipps, Dir.-Comm.
presence in 28 countries and operates approximately 125
Vincent Marcel, VP-Finance production sites, 62 research and development centers and
Robert de la Serve, Sr. VP-Valeo Service Activity nine distribution centers. Approximately two-thirds of Valeo’s
Robert Charvier, Dir.-Financial Control revenues are generated within Europe, with other major
Quintin Testa, Dir.-Quality markets in North America, Asia and, to a lesser extent, South
France Curis, Dir.-Taxation America. In December 2008, in response to declining
Thierry Morin, Chmn. vehicle demand, Valeo announced plans to cut
Thierry Dreux, VP-Int'l Dev. approximately 10% of its workforce worldwide. In February
Phone: 33-1-40-55-20-20 Fax: 33-1-40-55-21-71 2009, the company announced a partnership with Michelin
Toll-Free: Group to coordinate the development of electric and
Address: 43 rue Bayen, Paris, 75848 France rechargeable hybrid vehicle systems.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $11,365,800 2008 Profits: $-273,200 U.S. Stock Ticker: VLEEY
2007 Sales: $13,150,000 2007 Profits: $210,000 Int’l Ticker: FR Int’l Exchange: Paris-Euronext
2006 Sales: $13,556,200 2006 Profits: $225,710 Employees: 70,400
2005 Sales: $13,238,000 2005 Profits: $201,240 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $12,261,800 2004 Profits: $337,210 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y

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VANGUARD CAR RENTAL USA INC www.vanguardcar.com


Industry Group Code: 532111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks: Y
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Car Rentals
Vanguard Car Rental USA, Inc. is a car rental provider for
both business and leisure travelers. The firm operates over
275,000 vehicles to over 15 million travelers annually in over
83 countries. The company operates through subsidiaries
National Car Rental and Alamo Rent A Car. National Car
Rental, which targets the rental needs of business travelers,
operates in over 3,200 locations throughout the US, Canada,
Europe, Latin America, the Caribbean, Asian-Pacific and
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Australia. The Emerald Club, National’s frequent renter
Alamo Rent A Car program, offers a variety of travel benefits and services such
National Car Rental
as Emerald Club Aisle Service, which gives members priority
Emerald Club
Emerald Club Aisle Service
service that allows them to bypass the rental counter and
Enterprise Rent-A-Car proceed directly to their car of choice. Members also enjoy
special offers, travel discounts and exclusive reservation and
member services hotline numbers. Alamo Rent A Car, which
targets the leisure travelers, operates over 150,000 vehicles
in over 1,000 locations throughout the US, Canada, Europe,
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Latin America, the Caribbean, Asian-Pacific, Africa and
intentionally listed here more than once. Australia. Alamo Rent A Car is the official rental car of the
William E. Lobeck, CEO American Vacation, Walt Disney World and Disneyland
Jeffrey J. Parell, COO/Exec. VP resorts. In August 2007, the firm was acquired by Enterprise
William E. Lobeck, Pres. Rent-A-Car.
Thomas C. Kennedy, CFO/Exec. VP
William J. Frakes, Sr. VP-Human Resources
Tyler A. Best, CIO/Sr. VP
Wesley C. Fredenburg, General Counsel/Sr. VP/Sec.
Paula A. Kuykendall, Chief Acct. Officer/Sr. VP
James H. Letang, Chmn.-Canadian Oper.
Gerard J. Kennell, Treas./Sr. VP
John S. Leigh, Sr. VP/Gen. Mgr.-EMEA Oper.
Phone: 918-401-6000 Fax: 918-401-6838
Toll-Free:
Address: 6929 N. Lakewood Ave., Ste. 100, Tulsa, OK 74117 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 14,000
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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VAUXHALL MOTORS LTD www.vauxhall.co.uk


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Y Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks: Y
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobiles, Manufacturing
Used Vehicle Sales Vauxhall Motors, Ltd., a subsidiary of General Motors
Car & Van Rental Corporation, is a U.K.-based manufacturer of passenger cars
Light Commercial Vehicles and light commercial vehicles. The firm collaborates many of
its marketing, information systems and manufacturing
operations with GM Europe. The firm’s car models include
Agila, Antara, Astra, Corsa, Insignia, Meriva, Tigra, Vectra
Zafira and VXR; as well as the Astravan, Combo, Corsavan,
Movano and Vivaro van models. The company is also
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: associated with GM’s manufacturing plants at Ellesmere
General Motors Corp (GM) Port, Cheshire, and Luton, Bedfordshire. The Vauxhall
GM Europe
Heritage Centre holds over 50 classic Vauxhall models, and
Insignia
Corsa
Vauxhall Heritage Services offers owners or prospective
Vauxhall Rental owners of classic Vauxhall vehicles part and technical
Antara support services, as well as information on related clubs and
Vivaro events. The company also sponsors and organizes the
VXRacing VXRacing team, which uses the Corsa, Vectra, Meriva,
Astra, VXR8 and Zafira ranges. The company runs a car
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be and van rental division, Vauxhall Rental. In February 2007,
intentionally listed here more than once. Vauxhall released a new SUV model, named Antara, which
Bill Parfitt, Managing Dir. averages 37.7 MPG and features air conditioning, intelligent
Richard Hughes, Group Mktg. Mgr. 4-wheel drive, an Electronic Stability Program (ESP), a
Keith Ward, Dir.-Finance descent control system, fog lights and a remote control
Maurice Howkins, Dir.-Fleet Sales, UK ultrasonic alarm as standard equipment. In May 2007, the
Steve Bryant, Brand Mgr. company released a new version of the Corsa with reduced
Jonathan Browning, Chmn. carbon dioxide emissions, which will save customers money
Phone: 44-1582-721-122 Fax: 44-1582-427-400 by dropping them into a lower tax bracket. In October 2007,
Toll-Free: Southern Water utility company renewed a four-year contract
Address: Griffin House, Osbourne Rd., Luton, Bedfordshire LU1 for its fleet of 770 vans and 300 cars with GM UK Fleet,
3YT UK which will supply the vans from its Vauxhall product line. In
July 2008, the company launched the new Insignia, which
offers a choice of five diesel and petrol engines, and includes
such features as the Front Camera traffic light warning
system; next-generation AFL lighting; single-zone climate
control; and Hot Shot, a heated windshield washing system

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 5,047
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $7,290,500 2004 Profits: $-282,200 Parent Company: GENERAL MOTORS CORP (GM)
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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VISTEON CORPORATION www.visteon.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 13 Profits: 61
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts
Climate Control Products Visteon Corp. supplies automotive systems, modules and
Interior & Exterior Components components to global vehicle manufacturers and the
Chassis & Power Train Components aftermarket for replacement and appearance enhancement
Multimedia Systems parts. The company is in the process of restructuring, and
Fuel Storage & Delivery Products as a result operations have split into five segments: Climate,
Electronics, Interiors, Services and Other. Climate
operations produce products such as climate air handling
modules; engine induction systems; powertrain cooling
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: modules; heat exchangers; compressors; fluid transport; and
climate controls. The Electronics sector primarily
manufactures infotainment, driver information and audio
systems; powertrain, feature and electronic control modules;
and lighting. The Interiors division mainly produces door
trim, instrument panels, floor consoles and cockpit modules.
The Services sector offers transition services for divestiture
transactions, primarily those involving ACH Transactions and
Chassis Divestiture. The Other division is primarily involved
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be in the production of parts sold and distributed to the
intentionally listed here more than once. automotive aftermarket, as well as fuel and powertrain
Donald J. Stebbins, CEO products. The company operates through regional
Donald J. Stebbins, Pres. headquarters in Germany, China and Brazil; it maintains
William G. Quigley III, CFO/Exec. VP manufacturing sites, sales offices and joint ventures in North
Dorthy L. Stephenson, Sr. VP-Human Resources and South America, Africa, Europe and the Asia-Pacific
John Donofrio, General Counsel/Sr. VP region. The firm is a member of the Automotive Open
Jim Fisher, Corp. Comm. System Architecture partnership, which intends to develop
Michael J. Widgren, VP/Controller/Chief Acct. Officer and establish an open industry standard for automotive
Steve Meszaros, VP-Electronics Products Group
Eric D. Sachs, VP/Treas./Chief Tax Officer
electrical architecture. Ford makes up 39% of the firm’s
Donald J. Stebbins, Chmn. sales. In February 2008, Visteon sold non-core North
Jonathan K. Maples, VP-Global Purchasing American facilities to Centrum Equities, resulting in
Centrum’s acquisition of three of Visteon’s aftermarket
Phone: Fax: 734-736-5560
underhood and remanufacturing facilities (one in Tennessee,
Toll-Free: 800-847-8366 two in Mexico). In July 2008, Visteon sold its plant in
Address: 1 Village Center Dr., Van Buren Township, MI 48111 Swansea, U.K., to Canada-based Linamar Corporation, an
US auto parts manufacturer; Visteon also announced plans to
discontinue its Bedford, Indiana, operation and close two
German fuel tank facilities. In November 2008, the company
released a new internal heat exchanger, which improves
vehicle cooling power by as much as 14% and increases
operating efficiency by up to 12%.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $9,544,000 2008 Profits: $-681,000 U.S. Stock Ticker: VC
2007 Sales: $11,275,000 2007 Profits: $-372,000 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $11,256,000 2006 Profits: $-163,000 Employees: 33,500
2005 Sales: $16,976,000 2005 Profits: $-270,000 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $18,657,000 2004 Profits: $-1,536,000 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $1,341,667 Bonus: $4,497,734
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $919,167 Bonus: $2,066,975
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 4 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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VOLKSWAGEN AG www.volkswagen-ag.de/english
Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 3 Profits: 2
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Y Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks: Y
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobiles, Manufacturing
Truck Manufacturing Volkswagen AG (VW) is one of the world’s leading
Car Rental Services automobile manufacturers and the number-one automobile
Consumer Financing manufacturer in Europe, with yearly production of more than
six million cars, trucks and vans. The company’s two
primary divisions are Automotive and Financial Services.
The automotive group is made up of nine brands from six
European countries: Volkswagen, Audi, Bentley, Bugatti,
Lamborghini, SEAT, Skoda, Scania and Volkswagen
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Commercial Vehicles. Each brand operates as an
SEAT SA independent entity on the market, with products ranging from
Porsche Automobil Holding SE
low-consumption small cars to luxury class vehicles. Models
Bentley Motors
Skoda Auto AS
offered under the Volkswagen brand include the New Beetle,
Volkswagen Financial Services AG Jetta, Passat, Golf, Fox and Polo, as well as the Jetta
Volkswagen Bank GmbH wagon, the Passat wagon, the Eos convertible, the Touareg
Volkswagen Leasing GmbH (the company’s first-ever sports utility vehicle) and the
LeasePlan Corporation NV Phaeton, a 12-cylinder luxury sedan. In the commercial
vehicle segment, products include pick-ups, busses and
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be heavy trucks. The company operates 48 production plants in
intentionally listed here more than once. 13 European countries, North and South America, Africa and
Martin Winterkorn, CEO Asia, which collectively produce over 25,000 vehicles daily.
Hans D. Potsch, CFO The firm sells its vehicles in more than 150 countries
Horst Neumann, Dir.-Human Resources & Labor worldwide. The financial services division, operated through
Jochem Heizmann, Dir.-Prod. wholly-owned subsidiary Volkswagen Financial Services AG,
Hans D. Potsch, Controller is responsible for coordinating the worldwide financial
Ferdinand K. Piech, Chmn.-Supervisory Board services of the company, with offerings including vehicle
Francisco Javier Garcia Sanz, Dir.-Procurement financing; direct bank business, offered through Volkswagen
Phone: 49-53-61-90 Fax: 49-53-61-928282 Bank GmbH; insurance products, with offering for both
Toll-Free: 800-822-8987 private and corporate customers; leasing; and fleet
Address: Berliner Ring 2, Wolfsburg, 38436 Germany management, including the activities of subsidiaries
Volkswagen Leasing GmbH and LeasePlan Corporation N.V.
In January 2009, the company established a vehicle finance
arm to serve the Indian market. Also, as of January 2009,
Porsche Automobil Holding SE raised its stake in
Volkswagen to over 50%. The company has been utilizing
planned short-term stoppages at its manufacturing facilities
to contend with slowing international demand in late 2008
and early 2009.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $150,559,000 2008 Profits: $6,201,850 U.S. Stock Ticker: VLKAY
2007 Sales: $144,062,000 2007 Profits: $5,453,080 Int’l Ticker: VOW Int’l Exchange: Frankfurt-Euronext
2006 Sales: $137,750,000 2006 Profits: $3,610,000 Employees: 369,928
2005 Sales: $112,825,900 2005 Profits: $1,326,400 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $121,345,500 2004 Profits: $923,400 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $1,095,932 Bonus: $2,624,631
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $1,093,231 Bonus: $1,010,596
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA INC


www.volkswagengroupamerica.com
Industry Group Code: 421110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing: Y
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Distribution
Vehicle Importing Volkswagen Group of America (VGA) is the U.S. importing
Vehicle Financing & Leasing and distribution branch of Volkswagen AG and handles
Volkswagen’s brands including: Volkswagen, Audi, Bentley,
Bugatti, Lamborghini, SEAT, Skoda and Volkswagen
Commercial Vehicles, as well as VW Credit, Inc. VGA
operates corporate research, development and technical
facilities in Arizona, California and New Jersey; ports and
post production facilities in California, Georgia, Rhode Island
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: and Texas; parts distribution centers in California, Florida,
Volkswagen AG New Jersey, Texas and Wisconsin; and financial service
VW Credit, Inc.
centers in Illinois and Oregon. The company operates
Audi
Bentley
approximately 600 Volkswagen and 260 Audi dealerships in
Bugatti the U.S. Volkswagen’s models include Rabbit, Jetta, Jetta
Lamborghini Wagon, GTI, Passat, Passat Wagon, Beetle, Touareg, R32,
SEAT and the Cabriolet-Coupe. Audi models include the Avant,
Skoda Cabriolet, A3-A6, A8, Q7, the TT Coupe and Roadster
convertible, and the R8 supersportscar. VGA offers leasing
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be and financing through VW Credit. The company retails car
intentionally listed here more than once. accessories, apparel and other logo merchandise through its
Stefan Jacoby, CEO e-commerce web site. In recent news, the Volkswagen
Matthias Seidl, COO Phaeton, its luxury sedan, was pulled from the U.S. market
Stefan Jacoby, Pres. due to poor sales. In September 2007, Volkswagen of
David Geanacopoulos, General Counsel/VP/Sec. America partnered with non-profit organization Program
Steve Keyes, Dir.-Comm. Professionals to launch Safety Saturday, providing vehicle
Johan de Nysschen, Exec. VP-Audi of America, Inc. safety education free of charge at Volkswagen dealerships.
Christophe Georges, COO-Bentley Motors, Inc.
In July 2007, the alternative fuel diesel Touareg V10 TDI set
Kevin V. Kelly, Pres., Volkswagen Credit, Inc.
Mark Barnes, COO-Volkswagen of America, Inc. a new record at the 2007 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb.
VGA is moving its headquarters to Herdon, Virginia in 2008;
Phone: 703-364-7000 Fax: operations in Michigan will continue, though 400 jobs will be
Toll-Free: cut. Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced all its 2009
Address: 2200 Ferdinand Porsche Dr., Herndon, VA 20171 US model year vehicles will come standard equipped with
Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP), which works in
conjunction with anti-lock brakes and helps reduce loss of
control, rollovers and other types of crashes.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 1,400
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: VOLKSWAGEN AG
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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VOLVO CAR CORPORATION www.volvocars.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Car Manufacturer
Volvo Car Corporation (VCC), founded in 1927, is a Swedish
designer, developer and manufacturer of cars known for
safety and reliability. It is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the
Ford Motor Co., which acquired the company in 1999 from
AB Volvo. VCC’s largest markets are the U.K., the U.S.,
Germany and Sweden, with additional sales centers located
throughout Europe and Japan. During 2007, the firm sold
over 458,000 vehicles, manufactured mainly at facilities in
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Sweden and Belgium, with additional assembly plants in
Ford Motor Co China and Southeast Asia. Its current models include the
S40
S40, S60 and S80 sedans; the V50 and V70 versatility
V50
XC90
models; the XC70 and XC90 SUVs; and the new C70
Flexi-Fuel convertible. VCC’s convertibles are manufactured in
Bi-Fuel Sweden at the Uddevalla factory, which is jointly operated
Partial Zero Emission Vehicle (PZEV) with Pininfarina SpA. For the 2008 model year, VCC is
Volvo Cars Driving Academy counting on new models to boost sales, including a two-door
compact, the C30, designed to compete with the Mini. Also,
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be the firm is introducing a sportier S80 sedan, with a V-8
intentionally listed here more than once. engine. Over the years, the firm’s cars have won numerous
Stephen Odell, CEO awards for safety, design, environmental issues and overall
Steven Armstrong, COO value. The firm offers environmentally savvy cars known as
Stephen Odell, Pres. FlexiFuel and Bi-Fuel cars (so named because they can run
Gerry Keaney, Sr. VP-Mktg. Sales & Customer Service on either ethanol or gasoline), and hopes to expand its
Bjorn Sallstrom, Sr. VP-Human Resources production of those models. PremAir is the company’s
Magnus Jonsson, Sr. VP-R&D smog-reducing technology, developed in collaboration with
Steve Mattin, Sr. VP-Design the Engelhard Corporation, which converts ground-level
Magnus Hellsten, Sr. VP-Mfg.
Elisabet Wenzlaff, General Counsel/Sr. VP
ozone passing through the radiator into oxygen. Available in
Lex Kerssemakers, Sr. VP-Brand, Bus. & Prod. Strategy California and certain Northeastern states in the U.S., VCC’s
Olle Axelson, Sr. VP-Public Affairs PZEV (Partial Zero Emission Vehicle) engines produce
Stuart Rowley, Sr. VP-Finance exhaust which, in heavy city traffic, may even be cleaner
Paul Welander, Sr. VP-Quality & Customer Satisfaction than the ambient air. At the Volvo Cars Driving Academy,
Lena Olving, Sr. VP-Process & Oper. Excellence located in Stockholm and Gothenburg, 20 world-class Volvo
Bernt Ejbyfeldt, Sr. VP-Purchasing instructors train thousands of people every year in safe
Phone: 46-31-590-000 Fax: 46-31-544-064 driving techniques with a fleet of about 100 vehicles. As of
Toll-Free: late 2008, Ford has placed its Volvo unit up for sale, part of a
Address: SE-405 31, Goteborg, Sweden continuing downsizing and reorganization at Ford.

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was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: FORD MOTOR CO
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA INC www.volvocars.us


Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Y Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobiles-Distribution & Marketing
Fleet Sales Volvo Cars of North America, Inc., a subsidiary of Swedish
Auto Financing based Volvo Car Corporation, itself a subsidiary of Ford,
distributes, sells and markets Volvo-brand coupes, sedans,
minivans and convertibles in the U.S. and Canada. The
company is connected to Volvo Finance, which provides
leasing and financing for new vehicles and assists many
independent Volvo dealerships. The company’s web site
includes a customization tool through which a purchaser can
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: create and order a personalized vehicle. The firm offers
Volvo Inc overseas delivery, special Internet offers and fleet sales for
Ford Motor Co
corporations. Volvo models include the S60, S80, V70, C30,
Volvo Finance
S60
C70, XC70, XC90 and the new S40 and V50. The firm
S80 recently developed the Volvo YCC (Your Concept Car)
Ergovision designed for women by female designers, engineers and
Volvo For Life other professionals, offering, among other things, increased
Volvo C30 Design Concept storage capacity in the backseat and center console,
interchangeable interiors, parallel parking assistance and
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Ergovision. The firm’s patented Ergovision records the
intentionally listed here more than once. driver’s body measurements and stores them for a
Fredrik Arp, CEO personalized driving position. In 2007, Volvo premiered the
Fredrik Arp, Pres. latest incarnation of its crossover XC70 at the New York
Tim Fissinger, CFO International Auto Show with new styling and improved
Hans Krondahl, Exec. VP-Mktg. driving dynamics, added luxury and developments in safety.
Juanita Doby, VP-Human Resources At the 2007 Los Angeles International Auto Show, the Volvo
Lewis W. K. Booth, Exec. VP ReCharge Concept car debuted; the car, modeled on the
Tim Fissinger, Exec. VP-Volvo Finance C30, is a plug-in hybrid with 60 miles of battery-only range
Lewis W. K. Booth, Chmn.
and a flexfuel engine for backup power. As of late 2008, Ford
Phone: 949-341-6500 Fax: 949-641-6713 has placed its Volvo unit up for sale, part of a continuing
Toll-Free: 800-458-1552 downsizing and reorganization at Ford.
Address: 1 Volvo Drive, Rockleigh, NJ 07647 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: FORD MOTOR CO
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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VT INC www.vanenterprises.com
Industry Group Code: 441110 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Y Manufacturers: General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Y Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Y Tires: Paint & Body: Y Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Auto Dealers, Retail
Fleet Sales VT, Inc., doing business as Van Enterprises, is a subsidiary
RV Sales of Marinemax, Inc. and a leading automotive dealership
Maintenance & Parts group in the U.S. Founded in 1955, the company now
operates more than 30 dealerships in eight states, with the
majority located in Texas and Missouri. Van Enterprises
sells new and used vehicles, with models from
manufacturers such as Honda, Isuzu, Ford and General
Motors. In addition to selling new and used cars, the firm
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: also sells parts, automotive service, body shop service and
Van Enterprises recreational vehicles.
Marinemax Inc

CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be
intentionally listed here more than once.
Larry Van Tuyl, Co-CEO
Cecil L. Van Tuyl, Pres./Co-CEO
Jim Thayer, CFO
Doug Scallorn, VP-Sales
Robert J. Holcomb, Corp. Sec.
Robert J. Holcomb, Treas.
Daniel Mattox, VP
Phone: 913-895-0200 Fax: 913-789-1039
Toll-Free: 800-747-4400
Address: 8500 Shawnee Mission Pkwy., Ste. 200, Shawnee
Mission, MS 66202 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 7,000
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: MARINEMAX INC
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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WABASH NATIONAL CORP www.wabashnational.com


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 33 Profits: 23
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty: Y
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Trailer Manufacturer
Trailer Dealerships Wabash National Corp., headquartered in Lafayette, Indiana,
Repair Parts designs, manufactures and markets standard and
Leasing & Financing customized truck trailers and related transportation
Trailer Rental equipment, including dry vans, refrigerated vans, flat trailers,
dump trailers, tank trailers and container chassis under the
Wabash trademark. The products are distributed through a
company-owned national network of dealerships, as well as
a network of 80 independent dealers with 110 locations. The
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: firm also sells used trailers from other manufacturers.
Wabash National Trailer Center Wabash supplies trailers to Schneider National, JB Hunt
DuraPlate
Transport Services, Werner Enterprises, Heartland Express,
DuraPlateHD
RoadRailer
Swift Transportation, GE Trailer Fleet Services, Sysco
FreightPro Corporation, Safeway, U.S. Xpress Enterprises, Knight
ArcticLite Transportation and others. Freight trailer brands from
Eagle Wabash include the DuraPlate dry van trailer and the
Transcraft Corporation RoadRailer bi-modal system, able to travel on highways and
railways. The firm also offers FreightPro smooth aluminum
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be trailers and refrigerated trailers, utilizing its proprietary
intentionally listed here more than once. SolarGuard technology, enabling customers to achieve lower
Richard J. Giromini, CEO costs through reduced fuel consumption and reduced
Joseph M. Zachman, COO/Sr. VP operating hours. Wabash’s transportation equipment also
Richard J. Giromini, Pres. includes container chassis and converter dollies, as well as
Robert J. Smith, CFO/Sr. VP branded accessories at the company store, including logo
Bruce Ewald, Sr. VP-Mktg. & Sales hats, thermoses and model kits. Wabash services include
Timothy J. Monahan, Sr. VP-Human Resources trailer rental, leasing and financing. The company operates
Rodney P. Ehrich, CTO/Sr. VP two subsidiaries, Transcraft Corporation, a manufacturer of
Joe Zachman, Sr. VP-Mfg.
Lawrence M. Cuculic, General Counsel/Sr. VP/Corp. Sec.
flatbed and drop deck trailers; and Wabash National Trailer
Martin C. Jischke, Chmn. Centers, a retail distributor of new and used trailers and
aftermarket parts throughout the U.S. and Canada. In
Phone: 765-771-5300 Fax: 765-771-5474 February 2008, Swift Transportation Inc., the largest
Toll-Free: 800-937-4784 truckload carrier in the U.S., ordered 1,800 new DuraPlate
Address: 1000 Sagamore Pkwy. S., Lafayette, IN 47905 US dry vans, adding to Swift’s fleet of more than 28,000 Wabash
dry vans. In July 2008, the company acquired certain
operating assets of Benson International, a manufacturer of
aluminum flatbeds, dump trailers and other truck bodies, for
$5 million.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: WNC
2007 Sales: $1,102,544 2007 Profits: $16,285 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $1,312,180 2006 Profits: $9,420 Employees: 3,100
2005 Sales: $1,213,711 2005 Profits: $111,087 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $1,041,096 2004 Profits: $58,405 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Y Top Exec. Salary: $620,000 Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Y Second Exec. Salary: $300,000 Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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WAGON PLC www.wagonplc.com


Industry Group Code: 336211 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 4 Profits: 7
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturing
Door Systems Wagon plc, founded in 1918, is a European automotive
Impact Protection Systems engineering company focused on the design and
Body Structures & Pressings manufacture of vehicle body structures, closure systems and
Glazing Mechanisms comfort products for the automotive industry. The firm’s
business consists of four business groups: Body in White
Structures, offering truck cabins, seat structures and body
panels; Roll-formed products, including roll-formed door
parts, structures and an impact management system;
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: Closure Mechanisms, with sliding door systems, hinges and
Oxford Automotive mechanisms; and Advanced Comfort Systems, offering glass
Hawtal Whiting
systems, shading systems and cargo management. With 22
Body Structures Group
Closure Systems Group
plants in Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Turkey, the U.K.
Innovative Solutions Group and the U.S., the firm predominantly uses roll-forming,
Wagon Automotive Inc bending and assembly in its production of door frames,
Wagon Industrial Limited hatchbacks, sliding rail mechanisms, bumpers and hinges.
Wagon Automotive, Inc., a subsidiary of Wagon plc, also
uses roll form technology to manufacture structural
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be components for automobiles. Wagon plc also owns Wagon
intentionally listed here more than once. Industrial Limited, based in the U.K.
Jurgen von Heyden, CEO
Richard Cotton, CFO
Christian Bogeat, Dir.-Marketing & Sales Coordination
Frederic Babin, Dir.-Human Resources
Jonathan Jowett, Corp. Sec.
Sean Farrell, Dir.-Strategy & Corp. Dev.
Richard Cotton, Dir.-Finance
Francois Bernes, Dir.-Innovative Solutions Bus. Group
Olivier Chapelle, Dir.-Closure Systems Bus. Group
Francois Liotard, Dir.-Industrial Dev.
Christopher Clark, Chmn.
Xavier Dessemond, Dir.-Purchasing
Phone: 44-121-770-4030 Fax: 44-121-329-5150
Toll-Free:
Address: 3500 Parkside, Birmingham Business Park,
Birmingham, B37 7YG UK
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $1,422,300 2007 Profits: $-10,700 Int’l Ticker: WAGN Int’l Exchange: London-LSE
2006 Sales: $1,412,900 2006 Profits: $-189,400 Employees: 4,391
2005 Sales: $812,757 2005 Profits: $-11,727 Fiscal Year Ends: 3/31
2004 Sales: $889,000 2004 Profits: $3,300 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $792,749 Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $495,680 Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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WAL-MART STORES INC www.walmartstores.com


Industry Group Code: 452910 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits: 1
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Y Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Y Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Y Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Discount Department Stores
Supermarkets Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., the world’s largest retailer, operates
Warehouse Membership Clubs through a massive base of Wal-Mart stores, Wal-Mart
Online Sales Supercenters, Sam’s Clubs, Marketside Neighborhood
Pharmacies Markets and walmart.com. The company operates in three
Auto Repair Centers business segments: Wal-Mart Stores, representing 64% of
Vision Centers net sales for 2008; Sam’s Club, generating 11.8% for 2008;
and International, accounting for 24.2% of net sales during
2008. The company serves over 200 million customers
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: annually through 7,390 stores and offices, with 2,900 of its
SAM'S CLUB stores located internationally. Wal-Mart offers a wide variety
Wal-Mart Supercenter
of discount merchandise in 36 departments, including family
Marketside Neighborhood Market
apparel, electronics, toys, lawn and garden and automotive.
Additionally, most stores contain a pharmacy, snack bar,
vision center, tire and lube center and photo-processing
department. The average Wal-Mart customer is 42 to 46
years old, with a household income of $30,000 to $35,000
and an average purchase of $30. Wal-Mart Supercenters,
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be located in 45 states, are larger stores that combine a full-line
intentionally listed here more than once. supermarket with a discount department store. Sam’s Club
Michael T. Duke, CEO is a members-only warehouse club that sells merchandise at
William Simon, COO/Exec. VP-Wal-Mart Stores Div. warehouse prices to consumers and small businesses. Club
Michael T. Duke, Pres. membership exceeds 46 million. The International segment
Thomas M. Schoewe, CFO/Exec. VP consists of wholly-owned subsidiaries operating in Argentina,
Stephen Quinn, Chief Mktg. Officer/Exec. VP-Wal-Mart Stores Div. Brazil, Canada, Puerto Rico and the U.K.; majority-owned
Patricia Curran, Exec. VP-People subsidiaries operating in Central America, Japan and
Rollin L. Ford, CIO/Exec. VP Mexico; joint ventures in India and China; and minority-
John E. Fleming, Chief Merch. Officer/Exec. VP
Thomas A. Mars, General Counsel/Exec. VP
owned subsidiaries in China. The company has recently
Gregory L. Johnston, Exec. VP-Oper., Sam's Club opened health clinics in several locations. In December
John T. Westling, Exec. VP-Replenishment, Pricing & Planning 2007, Wal-Mart’s ownership of The Seiyu, Ltd., a leading
Raul Vazquez, Pres./CEO-Walmart.com Japanese retailer, rose from 50.9% to 95.1%. In June 2008,
Leslie A. Dach, Exec. VP-Corp. Affairs & Gov't Rel. the firm agreed to sell Gazeley Limited Group to Economic
Carol Schumacher, VP-Investor Rel. Zones World. The company plans about 150 new stores in
Charles M. Holley, Jr., Exec. VP-Finance/Treas. the fiscal year ending January 31, 2010, after opening 191 in
Eduardo Castro-Wright, CEO/Pres., Wal-Mart Stores USA the previous year. New stores will focus more on small
Thomas D. Hyde, Corp. Sec./Exec. VP formats, including the Marketside neighborhood market.
Craig R. Herkert, Exec. VP/Pres./CEO-Americas, Int'l
Brian Cornell, Pres./CEO-Sam's Club
Also, the company will concentrate on remodeling existing
S. Robson Walton, Chmn. stores.
Doug McMillon, Pres./CEO-Wal-Mart Int'l Wal-Mart is the largest corporate employer of African-
Johnnie C. Dobbs, Exec. VP-Logistics & Supply Chain Americans and Hispanics in the U.S. It is also the nation’s
Phone: 479-273-4000 Fax: 479-273-4053 largest non-government employer.
Toll-Free: 800-925-6278
Address: 702 S.W. 8th St., Bentonville, AR 72716 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $374,526,000 2008 Profits: $12,731,000 U.S. Stock Ticker: WMT
2007 Sales: $344,992,000 2007 Profits: $11,284,000 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $308,945,000 2006 Profits: $11,231,000 Employees: 2,100,000
2005 Sales: $281,488,000 2005 Profits: $10,267,000 Fiscal Year Ends: 1/31
2004 Sales: $256,329,000 2004 Profits: $9,054,000 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Y Top Exec. Salary: $1,400,000 Bonus: $8,400,000
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Y Second Exec. Salary: $1,040,000 Bonus: $4,166,624
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 7 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

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WANXIANG AMERICA CORPORATION www.wanxiang.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 76 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobile Parts Manufacturer
Agricultural Engineering Wanxiang America Corporation, a subsidiary of Wanxian
Aquaculture Group Corporation, is a supplier of universal joints, bearings,
Real Estate Development CV joints, drive shafts and other drivetrain parts to customers
Restaurant & Hotel Management in over 40 countries around the world. It specializes in
Power Plant Construction casting, forging, stamping, heat treatment, machining and
Leasing & Financial Services grinding industrial processes. The firm’s subsidiary, The QC
Infrastructure Development & Construction Bearing Company, operates in southern China, producing a
line of bearings and components, alongside sister company
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: QC Driveline, which produces CV joints, auto batteries,
QC Bearing Company shock absorbers, leaf springs, brake discs and tools.
QC Driveline Company
Wanxiang owns significant stakes in six companies in the
Wanxiang Group Corporation
Universal Automotive Industries
U.S., including Universal Automotive Industries and Rockford
Rockford Powertrain Powertrain. The Wanxiang America division also operates in
Canada; Central and South America; and Europe. The firm’s
parent, Wanxiang Group Corporation, serves domestic and
international clients such as Volkswagen AG; PAS Peugot
Citroen S.A.; Toyota Motor Corporation; Iveco SpA; and
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Isuzu Motors Limited. It also supplies parts to General
intentionally listed here more than once. Motors, Ford Motor Co.; Daimler AG; Caterpillar, Inc.; and
Gary E. Wetzel, COO Deere & Company. In addition to auto parts, the Wanxiang
Pin Ni, Pres. Group is involved in agricultural engineering; aquaculture,
Gary E. Wetzel, CFO raising eels and snakes; real estate development; restaurant
Michael J. Schaal, Gen. Mgr. and hotel management; power plant construction; leasing
Phone: 847-622-8838 Fax: 847-931-4838 and financial services; and infrastructure development and
Toll-Free: construction.
Address: 88 Airport Rd., Elgin, IL 60123 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $160,000 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: WANXIANG GROUP CORPORATION
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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WANXIANG GROUP CORPORATION www.wanxiang.com.cn


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Y Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Parts Manufacturer
Agricultural Engineering Wanxiang Group Corporation is one of China’s largest auto
Aquaculture parts manufacturers. The company serves domestic and
Real Estate Development international clients such as Volkswagen AG; PAS Peugot
Restaurant & Hotel Management Citroen S.A.; Toyota Motor Corporation; Iveco SpA; and
Power Plant Construction Isuzu Motors Limited. It also supplies parts to General
Leasing & Financial Services Motors, Ford Motor Co.; Daimler AG; Caterpillar, Inc.; and
Infrastructure Development & Construction Deere & Company. In addition to auto parts, the Wanxiang
Group is involved in agricultural engineering; aquaculture,
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: raising eels and snakes; real estate development; restaurant
QC Bearing Company and hotel management; power plant construction; leasing
QC Driveline Company
and financial services; and infrastructure development and
Wanxiang Group Corporation
Universal Automotive Industries
construction. The company operates through several
Rockford Powertrain subsidiaries, including Wanxiang America Corporation
(WAC), a supplier of universal joints, bearings, CV joints,
drive shafts and other drivetrain parts to customers in over
40 countries around the world. WAC specializes in casting,
forging, stamping, heat treatment, machining and grinding
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be industrial processes. In addition to North America, WAC also
intentionally listed here more than once. operates in Canada; Central and South America; and
Weiding Lu, CEO Europe. Another subsidiary, The QC Bearing Company,
Guanqui Lu, Chmn. operates in southern China, producing a line of bearings and
Phone: 86-571-8283-2999 Fax: 86-571-8283-3999 components, alongside sister company QC Driveline, which
produces CV joints, auto batteries, shock absorbers, leaf
Toll-Free:
springs, brake discs and tools. Wanxiang owns significant
Address: Wang Xiang Road, Xiao Shan District, Hangzhou, stakes in six companies in the U.S., including Universal
China Automotive Industries and Rockford Powertrain.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y

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WESCAST INDUSTRIES INC www.wescast.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 69 Profits: 54
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Engine Components
Powertrain Components Wescast Industries, Inc., based in Ontario, Canada, is one of
Exhaust Manifolds the world's largest suppliers of exhaust manifolds for
Turbine Housing passenger cars and light trucks. The firm designs, develops,
casts and machines iron exhaust manifolds for automotive
manufacturers in Canada, the U.S., Europe and Asia.
Wescast’s overall share of the North American exhaust
manifold market totaled approximately 51% in 2007. The
production of cast iron exhaust manifolds consists of first
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: casting, which is the pouring of molten iron into sand moulds,
Wescast Hungary Zrt. and then machining, which is the finishing of the raw exhaust
United Machining, Inc.
manifold by milling, drilling, tapping, assembling and testing
by highly-automated machines. In this way, the company
prepares the exhaust manifold for final assembly on the
engine. In addition to exhaust manifolds, the firm produces
integrated turbo manifolds and turbo charger housings.
Wescast conducts business primarily with General Motors,
Ford Motor Company and Chrysler. The company operates
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be four production facilities in North America in addition to
intentionally listed here more than once. facilities in Europe, China and Asia. Wescast also maintains
Edward G. Frackowiak, CEO several subsidiaries, including wholly-owned subsidiary
Rick Legate, COO United Machining, Inc., which operates a world-class, flexible
Kent Harris, CFO machining facility in Michigan. The firm’s European power-
Paul Lawrence, VP-Mktg. & Sales train operations are managed by the subsidiary Wescast
Alan Blignaut, VP-Human Resources Hungary Zrt. European clients include Renault, Honeywell
Larry D. Cerson, VP-Mfg. TT, BorgWarner TS, Volkswagen, Audi, Ford of Europe,
Andrea K. Kelman, Corp. Sec. PSA, Sata (Fiat), JCB, BMW, Mitsubishi Heavy, Iveco, and
Jay McNaughton, VP-Strategic Dev.
Edward G. Frackowiak, Chmn.
GM Isuzu. The company’s North American operations
generate 75% of the firm’s sales. In 2008, the firm opened a
Phone: 519-750-0000 Fax: 519-720-1629 foundry and machining operation located in Wuhan, Hubei
Toll-Free: Province, China.
Address: 150 Savannah Oaks Dr., Brantford, ON N3T 5L8 Wescast uses a management system entitled HEART
Canada (Helping Everyone Achieve Rewards Together). The
program is primarily a system intended to promote employee
participation, equity and competence, and includes profit and
gain-sharing bonuses for employees.
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: WCSTF
2007 Sales: $382,700 2007 Profits: $-11,400 Int’l Ticker: WCS.A Int’l Exchange: Toronto-TSX
2006 Sales: $367,300 2006 Profits: $4,000 Employees: 1,900
2005 Sales: $364,097 2005 Profits: $-24,561 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $390,067 2004 Profits: $-25,475 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $421,301 Bonus: $ 125
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Y Second Exec. Salary: $255,110 Bonus: $ 125
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 2 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y

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WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES INC www.winnebagoind.com


Industry Group Code: 336120 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 9 Profits: 6
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: RVs: Y Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Y Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Motor Home Manufacturing
Commercial Vehicles Winnebago Industries, Inc. is a leading U.S. manufacturer of
Component Products motor homes and related products and services. The
Extruded Aluminum company sells its motor homes through 285 dealers in the
U.S. and, to a lesser extent, in Canada, under the
Winnebago and Itasca brand names. Although motor home
sales represent approximately 94% of annual revenue, the
company offers other products consisting principally of
extruded aluminum, and a variety of components for other
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: manufacturers. The company’s line of motor homes includes
Itasca the Winnebago View, Aspect, Access, Outlook, Sightseer
Winnebago
and Voyage, among several others, as well as the Itasca
Spirit
Meridian
Navion, Cambria, Impulse, Spirit, Sunrise, Meridian and
Aspect Ellipse, among others. Winnebago Sells Class A and Class
Outlook C motor homes, which both usually include living
Cambria accommodations for up to seven people; kitchen, dining,
Ellipse sleeping and bath areas; and in some models, a lounge.
These motor homes include luxury amenity choices for
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be customers, such as home theater systems, generators, king-
intentionally listed here more than once. sized beds, leather upholstery and a choice of several
Robert J. Olson, CEO different decors. In addition, the company offers customers
Robert J. Olson, Pres. choices of floor plans, cabinet finishes and other design
Sarah N. Nielsen, CFO/VP elements in many of its models.
Roger W. Martin, VP-Mktg. & Sales Winnebago offers its employees a full benefits package
William J. O'Leary, VP-Prod. Dev. including education reimbursement, health coverage and
Randy J. Potts, VP-Mfg.
Robert L. Gossett, VP-Admin.
bonus programs.
Raymond M. Beebe, General Counsel/VP/Sec.
Donald L. Heidemann, Treas.
Brian J. Hrubes, Controller
Robert J. Olson, Chmn.
Phone: 641-585-3535 Fax: 641-585-6966
Toll-Free:
Address: 605 W. Crystal Lake Rd., Forest City, IA 50436 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: WGO
2007 Sales: $870,152 2007 Profits: $41,564 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $864,403 2006 Profits: $44,744 Employees: 3,310
2005 Sales: $991,975 2005 Profits: $65,073 Fiscal Year Ends: 8/31
2004 Sales: $1,114,154 2004 Profits: $70,641 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $535,246 Bonus: $616,794
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Y Second Exec. Salary: $335,498 Bonus: $26,043
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 1 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD www.yamaha-motor.co.jp


Industry Group Code: 336991 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits: 2
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Y Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Motorcycle Manufacturing
Personal Water Vehicles Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd., which consists of Yamaha Motor
Snowmobiles Co., Ltd. and its 146 associated companies (119 subsidiaries
Boats and 27 affiliates), is a Japanese manufacturer and seller of
Golf Carts motorcycles, boats, outboard motors, personal watercraft,
Motors snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles, automotive engines and
Generators surface mounters. The company operates in four segments:
Accessories motorcycles, marine products, power products and other
products. The motorcycles segment manufactures and sells
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: motorcycles and other two-wheel vehicles. The marine
Himiko products segment manufactures and sells sail boats, pools,
India Yamaha Motor Private Limited
finishing boats, water vehicles, utility boats, marine engine
Precision Propeller, Inc.
Zhuzhou Yamaha Motor Shockabsorber Co. Ltd.
products and other marine-related products. The power
V Star products segment offers golf carts, multipurpose engines,
Grizzly snow throwers, land cars, water pump and generators. The
Rhino other products segment provides automotive engines,
Yamaha Motor Corporation U.S.A. surface mounters, industrial robots, unmanned helicopters
and computer numerical control, a complex 3D contour
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be molding technology. The firm also has an electric vehicle
intentionally listed here more than once. line, which debuted with the Power Assist System.
Takashi Kajikawa, Pres. Additionally, the company imports and sells various types of
Masahito Suzuki, Sr. Gen. Mgr.-R&D products used in the development of tourist businesses and
Nobuaki Shiraishi, Exec. Officer/Pres., RV Company management of leisure and recreational facilities. Some of
Shigeru Oshita, Gen. Mgr.-Quality Assurance Div. Yamaha’s brand names include the Grizzly and Rhino lines
Hiroyoshi Kurisaki, Pres., Hamakita Industries, Ltd. of ATVs and the V Star motorcycle. Yamaha and its
Yasuji Atsumi, Pres., Zhuzhou Yamaha Motor Shockabsorber Co. Ltd. subsidiaries, affiliated companies and joint ventures operate
Tsuneji Togami, Chmn. 60 factories around the globe in 35 countries. In 2007,
Phone: 81-5-3832-1103 Fax: 81-5-3837-4252 motorcycle sales accounted for 60.1% of the company’s
Toll-Free: revenues; marine products, 16.5%; power products, 15.1%;
Address: 2500 Shingai, Iwata, Shizuoka, 438-8501 Japan and other products, 8.3%. In March 2008, the company
established an Indian joint venture, India Yamaha Motor
Private Limited, with Mitsui & Co., Ltd. (Mitsui). In July 2008,
Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. acquired Precision
Propeller, Inc., a maker of stainless steel outboard motor
propellers.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker:
2007 Sales: $15,700,000 2007 Profits: $640,000 Int’l Ticker: 7272 Int’l Exchange: Tokyo-TSE
2006 Sales: $13,282,900 2006 Profits: $648,400 Employees: 39,381
2005 Sales: $11,818,220 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $9,657,800 2004 Profits: $379,800 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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YAZAKI NORTH AMERICA INC www.yazaki-na.com


Industry Group Code: 336300 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 73 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Vehicle Power & Data Networks
Wire Products Yazaki North America, Inc. is a manufacturer of vehicle
Electric Motor Products power, data networks and electronic technologies to the
automotive industry. The firm produces solid-state power
centers, instrumentation, electronics, electrical distribution
systems, fiber optics and connection systems. It is one of
the world's largest privately owned auto suppliers, with 175
facilities in more than 38 countries including 87
manufacturing operations. The firms’s product lines are
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: IntelliTow, connectors, electrical distribution systems,
YTC America Inc. electronics, high voltage components and systems, power
Yazaki Energy Systems Inc
and data network and vehicle information products. These
Y-Connect Operations
Yazaki Corporation
products and services include wire manufacturing, wire
harnesses, power distribution components, injection molding,
circuit-board production, electronics assembly, plastic
extrusion, small-parts stamping, connectors and
instrumentation. The company is also a leading supplier of
vehicle power and data solutions to the automotive industry.
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Yazaki produces 25 billion feet of wire, 177 million wire
intentionally listed here more than once. harnesses, 5 billion connectors, 167 million electronic
George Perry, CEO modules, 12 billion terminals and 4 million instrument
George Perry, Pres. clusters annually. Yazaki offers automotive high-voltage
Lynn Weaver, VP-Human Resources products for gasoline-electric hybrids and other vehicles
Tom Blankinship, VP-IT employing electric drive technology. Its components include
Bob Crumley, Exec. VP-Tech. connection systems for motors, inverters, battery packs,
Bob Crumley, Exec. VP-Advanced Dev. battery bus bar modules, high-voltage cables, and high-
Bob Crumley, Exec. VP-Eng. voltage junction blocks. Yazaki supplies hybrid vehicles
Marcia Goffney, General Counsel/VP/Sec.
Bryan Jinnett, Exec. VP-Oper. & Quality
including Ford’s Escape and Mercury’s Mariner.
Nigel Thompson, Exec. VP-Strategy & Bus. Systems The company offers its employees medical, dental and vision
Nigel Thompson, Exec. VP-Finance insurance; flexible spending accounts; an employee
Gary May, VP-Finance & Acct. assistance program; life insurance; a 401(k) plan; a
Lynn Weaver, VP-Gen. Affairs retirement plan; education and training; and a tuition
Kurt Zielske, VP-EDS Eng. assistance plan.
Kevin Pimlott, VP-Advanced Prod. & Environmental
Max Yamashita, Chmn.
Bob McDonald, VP-Purchasing
Phone: 734-983-1000 Fax: 734-983-1105
Toll-Free:
Address: 6801 Haggerty Rd., Canton, MI 48187 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $191,500 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 1,500
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: Y ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Y Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: 4 West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

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YULON MOTOR CO LTD www.yulon-motor.com.tw


Industry Group Code: 336111 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Y Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automobiles, Manufacturing
Automotive Components & Accessories Yulon Motor Co., Ltd., established in 1953 and operated by
Yulon Group, is one of Taiwan’s largest automobile
manufacturers, with a production capacity of 150,000 units.
The company is also is a seller of select brands of vehicles in
Taiwan, including Infiniti, Cadillac, Nissan, Buick, Renault,
Opel and Nissan Diesel. Yulon Group has subsidiaries in the
following industries: automotive, textile, electronic
technologies, construction and venture capital and
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: investments. Yulon Motors makes vehicles, automotive
Yulon-Nissan Motor Co. Ltd. components, automobile accessories and peripherals
Nissan Motor Philippines
exclusively for Nissan vehicles sold in Taiwan and mainland
Yulon GM Co., Ltd.
China. In addition, the firm was the first company to
distribute and sell Renault vehicles in Taiwan. Yulon Motor
has a joint venture with Nissan Motor Co., Japan, called
Yulon-Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. The joint venture was formed
by dividing Yulon Motor into two parts, with 60% of the new
company owned by Yulon Motor, and the remaining 40% by
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be a consolidated subsidiary of Nissan Motor Company. The
intentionally listed here more than once. joint venture focuses on the development of the Nissan
Ku-Long Chen, Pres. brand in Taiwan and other Asian markets, by selling the
Yan Kaitai, Chmn. Sylphy, Teana, March and Cabstar models, among others.
Phone: 886-37-871801 Fax: 886-37-874790 Yulon Motor also maintains an in-house research and design
center that retrofits vehicles. The company also has a joint
Toll-Free:
venture with GM, China, called Yulon GM Co., Ltd., which is
Address: 39-1 Pau-Kon Keun, West Lake Village, Sanyi, Taiwan a distribution agent that sells GM’s Buick, Cadillac and Opel
series vehicles in Taiwan. The firm is affiliated, through its
parent company, with China Motors, which manufactures
Mitsubishi car models for much of Asia. Yulon Motors owns
and operates 75% of Nissan Motor Philippines.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Subsidiary
2007 Sales: $ 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: 2201 Int’l Exchange: Taipei-TPE
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees:
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company: YULON GROUP
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y

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ZAP www.zapworld.com
Industry Group Code: 336991 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 5 Profits: 4
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: Y New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Y Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other: Y
Specialty: Y RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Light Electric Vehicles
Electric Bicycles & Scooters ZAP, an acronym for Zero Air Pollution, is a provider of
Electric ATVs electric and other advanced technology vehicles. The firm
Lithium Batteries markets many forms of advanced transportation vehicles,
including electric automobiles, fuel-efficient vehicles,
motorcycles, bicycles, scooters, neighborhood electric
vehicles and all terrain vehicles. The company’s products
are focused on two primary businesses: ZAP Electric
Vehicles and ZAP Recharge-It-All. The company’s vehicles
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: include the zero-emission ZAP electric bicycle and the
Xebra ZAPPY and Zapino electric scooters; ZAP electric ATVs; the
ZAPPY
XEBRA 100% electric sedan and utility pick-up truck; and the
Zapino
Recharge-It-All
Xebra Xero 100% electric truck with solar panel. The firm’s
iZAP Recharge-It-All rechargeable lithium battery pack technology
Voltage Vehicles is designed to work with cell phones, digital cameras,
ZAPWorld Stores, Inc. laptops, hand-held computers and more. The iZAP charger,
ZAP Manufacturing, Inc. a derivative of Recharge-It-All, is designed for use with Apple
Computer’s iPods. ZAP also sells electric accessories, such
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be as the Cool-or-Heat seat cushion, a luggage case for the
intentionally listed here more than once. Zapino scooter and the PakTrakr lead-acid battery monitor.
Steven Schneider, CEO ZAP has a number of wholly-owned subsidiaries, such as
Amos Kazzaz, COO Voltage Vehicles, engaged primarily in the distribution and
William Hartman, CFO sale of advanced technology and conventional automobiles;
Michael Ringstad, Oper. Controller ZAPWorld Stores, Inc., engaged primarily in consumer sales
Amos Kazzaz, Pres., Voltage Vehicles of ZAP products; ZAP Manufacturing, Inc., primarily involved
Eqbal Al Yousuf, Chmn. in the distribution of ZAP products; and ZAP Retail Outlet.
Phone: 705-525-8658 Fax: ZAP owns 18 U.S. patents. In January 2007, the firm
Toll-Free: announced a contract with Lotus Engineering for the
Address: 501 Fourth St., Santa Rosa, CA 95401 US development of a production-ready electric all-wheel drive
crossover high performance vehicle for the U.S. market. In
March 2008, the company announced the launch of plug-in
hybrid systems for the Toyota Prius and Ford Escape Hybrid,
offered through collaboration with Hybrids Plus. In June
2008, ZAP acquired an ownership interest in an electric
wheel motor company, for the collaborative development of a
line of wheel motors for electric vehicles.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: ZAAP
2007 Sales: $5,712 2007 Profits: $-28,006 Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $10,830 2006 Profits: $-11,915 Employees: 53
2005 Sales: $3,602 2005 Profits: $-23,501 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $4,772 2004 Profits: $-27,834 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $125,000 Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $125,000 Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y

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ZF FRIEDRICHSHAFEN AG www.zf.com
Industry Group Code: 336350 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 1 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: Y General Service: Y Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Specialty Service: Y Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Y Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Components
Transmissions & Power Trains ZF Friedrichshafen AG designs and manufactures automatic
Axles and manual transmissions for commercial vehicles, cars,
Steering Systems aircraft, and marine vessels. It operates approximately 119
Chassis Components production plants in 25 countries worldwide. The company
Repair Services also makes industrial drives such as servo gearboxes, as
Agricultural & Construction Machinery well as rail transmissions. Its off-road division makes
Boat & Helicopter Transmissions transmissions for construction equipment and farm
machinery. ZF's chassis unit makes automotive rear-axle
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: systems and suspension modules. Through subsidiary ZF
ZF Lenksysteme Lenksysteme (a joint venture with Robert Bosch GmbH), the
ZF Sachs AG
company makes steering systems. Subsidiary ZF Sachs AG
ZF Boge Elastmetall
ZF Trading
produces vibration dampers and other components for
ZF-AS Tronic Mid chassis regulation. ZF Boge Elastmetall, the rubber-metal
ZF-AS Tronic Lite technology business unit, develops and produces
ZF Lemforder components and modules for vibration damping. The marine
ZF Electronics GmbH propulsion systems division produces transmissions for all
types of pleasure boats and commercial marine craft. The
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be aviation technology division develops, produces and
intentionally listed here more than once. maintains helicopter transmissions. ZF Trading is
Hans-Georg Härter, CEO responsible for the worldwide aftermarket business for
Uwe Berner, Exec. VP-Human Resources & Service Companies Sachs, Boge and Lemforder products. The company also
Willi Berchtold, Exec. VP-IT has a sales and service organization. Prominent customers
Willi Berchtold, Exec. VP-Finance & Controlling of ZF Friedrichshafen AG include AB Volvo; BMW Group;
Michael Paul, Exec. VP-Tech. Div. Chrysler LLC; Fiat S.p.A.; Ford Motor Company Inc.; General
Wolfgang Vogel, Exec. VP-Aviation Tech. & Marine Propulsion Motors Corporation; Honda Motor Co. Ltd; Renault-Nissan
Reinhard Buhl, Group Exec.-ZF Lemforder GmbH BV; Tata Group; Toyota Motor Corporation; and Volkswagen
Andreas Hartmann, Chief Compliance Officer
Rainer Thieme, Chmn.
AG. In May 2008, the firm opened a new production facility
Manfred Schwab, Exec. VP-Asia Pacific in Germany dedicated to hybrid modules for cars, buses and
delivery vehicles. In November 2008, the company acquired
Phone: 49-7541-77-0 Fax: 49-7541-77-90-80-00 Cherry Corporation, an electronic components business, now
Toll-Free: operating as ZF Electronics GmbH and focused on the
Address: Graf-von-Soden-Platz 1, Friedrichshafen, 88046 production of switching systems, sensor technologies and
Germany controls for the automobile industry.

FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $18,618,100 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $18,308,740 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 57,372
2005 Sales: $13,843,500 2005 Profits: $304,650 Fiscal Year Ends: 12/31
2004 Sales: $13,502,600 2004 Profits: $115,700 Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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ZIEBART INTERNATIONAL CORP www.ziebart.com


Industry Group Code: 811100 Ranks within this company's industry group: Sales: 3 Profits:
Vehicle Manufacturing: Dealers: Parts: Service: Finance: Specialty:
Cars: New Cars: Manufacturers: General Service: Leasing: Information Systems:
Trucks: Used Cars: Retail: Y Specialty Service: Y Auto Loans: Online Marketing:
Motorcycles: Trucks: Distributors: Oil Change: Insurance: Other:
Specialty: RVs: Tires: Paint & Body: Y Commercial Vehicles: Publishing:
Buses: Motorcycles: Batteries: Rental Cars/Trucks:
RVs: Specialty:
TYPES OF BUSINESS: GROWTH PLANS/SPECIAL FEATURES:
Automotive Repair & Maintenance
Aftermarket Accessories Installation Ziebart International Corp. is the largest installer of
Detailing aftermarket accessories in North America and has been a
Paint & Fabric Protection leader in car care products and services since 1959. The
Window Tinting company's services include detailing, paint and fabric
Rust Protection protection, window tinting, rust protection and installation of
electronic systems, sunroofs, alarm systems and a range of
other accessories. The company specializes in truck
accessories, such as bed liners and scratch and scuff paint
BRANDS/DIVISIONS/AFFILIATES: repair. The firm’s proprietary services include Renu-A-Shine
Renu-A-Shine and Inner-Clean for both interior and exterior detailing and
Inner-Clean
Protect-A-Shine, Diamond Gloss and Inner Guard protection
Protect-A-Shine
Diamond Gloss
services. Ziebart operates a network of approximately 400
Inner Guard locations in more than 40 countries around the world. The
firm maintains strategic business partnerships with groups
including Speedy Auto Glass and Rhino Linings. Ziebart
also offers management and technical training for its
franchisees. The company has been named to
CONTACTS: Note: Officers with more than one job title may be Entrepreneur's list of the Top 500 Franchisers for 15
intentionally listed here more than once. consecutive years; Success magazine’s Franchise Gold 100
Thomas E. Wolfe, CEO for four consecutive years; Income Opportunities’ Platinum
Thomas E. Wolfe, Pres. 200 list; and as one of Franchise Times magazine’s Top 200.
Sue Spriet, Dir.-Admin.
William Patterson, VP-Finance
Michael Riley, Sr. VP
Michael Pino, Sr. VP
James L. Levagood, Dir.-Computer Oper.
Daniel C. Baker, Sr. VP
Thomas E. Wolfe, Chmn.
Phone: 248-588-4100 Fax: 248-588-1444
Toll-Free: 800-877-1312
Address: 1290 E. Maple Rd., Troy, MI 48083 US
FINANCIALS: Sales and profits are in thousands of dollars—add 000 to get the full amount. 2008 Note: Financial information for 2008
was not available for all companies at press time.
2008 Sales: $ 2008 Profits: $ U.S. Stock Ticker: Private
2007 Sales: $114,000 2007 Profits: $ Int’l Ticker: Int’l Exchange:
2006 Sales: $ 2006 Profits: $ Employees: 230
2005 Sales: $ 2005 Profits: $ Fiscal Year Ends:
2004 Sales: $ 2004 Profits: $ Parent Company:
SALARIES/BENEFITS:
Pension Plan: ESOP Stock Plan: Profit Sharing: Top Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
Savings Plan: Stock Purch. Plan: Second Exec. Salary: $ Bonus: $
OTHER THOUGHTS: LOCATIONS: ("Y" = Yes)
Apparent Women Officers or Directors: West: Southwest: Midwest: Southeast: Northeast: International:
Hot Spot for Advancement for Women/Minorities: Y Y Y Y Y Y

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Index by Subsidiaries, Brand Names and Selected Affiliations 543


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INDEX OF FIRMS NOTED AS HOT SPOTS OSHKOSH CORPORATION


FOR ADVANCEMENT FOR WOMEN & PPG INDUSTRIES INC
PROGRESSIVE CORPORATION (THE)
MINORITIES PROTON HOLDINGS BERHAD
PSA PEUGEOT CITROEN SA
3M COMPANY RENAULT SA
AB VOLVO SANTA MONICA FORD LINCOLN MERCURY
ACCURIDE CORPORATION SATURN CORP
ADESA INC SEARS HOLDINGS CORPORATION
ADVANCE AUTO PARTS INC SEQUA CORP
ALLSTATE CORPORATION (THE) SIRIUS XM RADIO INC
ARVINMERITOR INC STATE FARM INSURANCE COMPANIES
ATX GROUP INC TELEFLEX INC
AUTONATION INC TRELLEBORG AB
BERU AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT TRW AUTOMOTIVE HOLDINGS CORP
BMW MANUFACTURING CORP VISTEON CORPORATION
BORGWARNER INC VOLVO CAR CORPORATION
BRILLIANCE CHINA AUTOMOTIVE HOLDINGS VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA INC
LIMITED WAL-MART STORES INC
CARMAX GROUP WESCAST INDUSTRIES INC
CATERPILLAR INC YAZAKI NORTH AMERICA INC
CENGAGE LEARNING
CHRYSLER FINANCIAL SERVICES LLC
CHRYSLER LLC
COUNTRY COACH LLC
CUMMINS FILTRATION
CUMMINS INC
DEERE & CO
DELPHI CORP
DOLLAR THRIFTY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC
DRIVETIME AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC
E I DU PONT DE NEMOURS & CO (DUPONT)
EDARAN OTOMOBIL NASIONAL BERHAD
ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR
FEDERAL MOGUL CORP
FEDERAL SIGNAL CORP
FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES INC
FORD MOTOR CO
GENERAL MOTORS CORP (GM)
GENUINE PARTS COMPANY
GM HOLDEN LTD
GOODYEAR TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY (THE)
GROUP 1 AUTOMOTIVE INC
HARLEY-DAVIDSON INC
HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS INC
INCHCAPE PLC
INGERSOLL-RAND COMPANY LIMITED
INTERNET BRANDS INC
JAYCO INC
JOHNSON CONTROLS INC
JORDAN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
LENDINGTREE LLC
METALDYNE CORP
MONRO MUFFLER BRAKE INC
MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES INTERNATIONAL
NAVTEQ CORPORATION
OMERS CAPITAL PARTNERS INC
O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE INC
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INDEX OF SUBSIDIARIES, BRAND ADESA Notify Me; ADESA INC


NAMES AND AFFILIATIONS ADESA Run Lists; ADESA INC
ADESA Virtual Inventory; ADESA INC
Adrenaline; COACHMEN INDUSTRIES INC
Brand or subsidiary, followed by the name of the Advance Discount Auto Parts; ADVANCE AUTO
related corporation PARTS INC
Advanced Ceramics Operations; CERADYNE
+4; MORGAN MOTOR COMPANY (THE) Advantage Auto Stores; HAHN AUTOMOTIVE
101 Auto Mall; PENSKE AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC WAREHOUSE INC
1125CR; HARLEY-DAVIDSON INC Advantek, Inc.; SIEGEL-ROBERT INC
2009 Indian Chief; STELLICAN LTD AE; FEDERAL MOGUL CORP
21st Century Auto Body Solutions; NOBLE Aearo Technologies Inc; 3M COMPANY
INTERNATIONAL LTD Aerbus; REXHALL INDUSTRIES INC
3M eStore; 3M COMPANY Aero 8; MORGAN MOTOR COMPANY (THE)
4/4; MORGAN MOTOR COMPANY (THE) Aeromaster; UTILIMASTER CORP
4WD TORQUE-ON-DEMAND; BORGWARNER INC AeroMax; MORGAN MOTOR COMPANY (THE)
599 GTB Fiorano; FERRARI SPA Affinia Group, Inc.; OMERS CAPITAL PARTNERS
612 Scaglietti; FERRARI SPA INC
911 Carerra; PORSCHE AUTOMOBIL HOLDING SE AFG Industries; ASAHI GLASS COMPANY LIMITED
911 Turbo; PORSCHE AUTOMOBIL HOLDING SE AFM, Inc.; TRELLEBORG AB
9-3; SAAB AUTOMOBILE AB After Six, Inc.; SEQUA CORP
9-5; SAAB AUTOMOBILE AB Agie Charmilles Group; GEORG FISCHER LTD
a/d/s/; DEI HOLDINGS INC Agila; ADAM OPEL AG
A6; AUDI OF AMERICA INC Aiguard; CLARCOR INC
A8 L; AUDI OF AMERICA INC Airstream, Inc.; THOR INDUSTRIES INC
AAMCO ATF D/M; AAMCO TRANSMISSIONS INC Aisan (Fhoshan) Auto Parts Co., Ltd.; AISAN
AAMCO ATF Type F; AAMCO TRANSMISSIONS INDUSTRY CO LTD
INC Aisan (Tianjin) Auto Parts Co. Ltd.; AISAN INDUSTRY
AAMCO ATF+3; AAMCO TRANSMISSIONS INC CO LTD
AAMCO Automatic Transmission Fluid; AAMCO Aisan Bitron Europe S.A.; AISAN INDUSTRY CO LTD
TRANSMISSIONS INC Aisan Corporation Europe S.A.; AISAN INDUSTRY CO
AAMCO Synthetic Blend ATF; AAMCO LTD
TRANSMISSIONS INC Aisan Corporation of America; AISAN INDUSTRY CO
Aaron's Automotive; ATC TECHNOLOGY LTD
CORPORATION Aisin Kyushu Casting Co., Ltd.; AISIN SEIKI CO LTD
AB Volvo; MACK TRUCKS INC Akademi Saga; EDARAN OTOMOBIL NASIONAL
AB Volvo; NISSAN DIESEL MOTOR CO LTD BERHAD
Absolute Software; LOJACK CORP Alamo Rent A Car; VANGUARD CAR RENTAL USA
Accent; HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA INC
Accord; HONDA OF AMERICA MFG INC Alamo Rental; ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR
Accord; AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO INC Aljo; SKYLINE CORPORATION
Accord; HONDA MOTOR CO LTD All American homes; COACHMEN INDUSTRIES INC
Accu Industries Inc.; ROBERT BOSCH GMBH All Battery Centers; INTERSTATE BATTERY
Accuride Canada, Inc.; ACCURIDE CORPORATION SYSTEM OF AMERICA
Accuride Wheels; ACCURIDE CORPORATION All-American; BLUE BIRD CORPORATION
Accuspray Application Technologies; 3M COMPANY ALLDATA; AUTOZONE INC
Active Hood; AUTOLIV INC Allevard Rejena; SOGEFI SPA
Actspark; GEORG FISCHER LTD Allied Automotive Group; ALLIED SYSTEMS
Actyon; SSANGYONG MOTOR CO HOLDINGS INC
Acura; HONDA OF AMERICA MFG INC Allied Holdings, Inc.; ALLIED SYSTEMS HOLDINGS
Acura; AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO INC INC
ADAC Plastics; STRATTEC SECURITY CORP Allied Transportation Technology, Inc.; MAGNA
Adam Opel AG; GENERAL MOTORS CORP (GM) INTERNATIONAL INC
Adams International Trucks Inc; RUSH ENTERPRISES Allotech International; JL FRENCH AUTOMOTIVE
INC CASTINGS
ADESA; KAR HOLDINGS INC Allparts; DORMAN PRODUCTS INC
ADESA LiveBlock; ADESA INC Allstate; ALLSTATE CORPORATION (THE)
ADESA Market Guide; ADESA INC
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Allstate Insurance Co.; ALLSTATE CORPORATION Asbury Automotive Group; DAVID MCDAVID AUTO
(THE) GROUP
Allstate Insurance Corporation (The); STERLING Ascender; ISUZU MOTORS LTD
AUTOBODY CENTERS Aspect; WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES INC
Allstate Life Insurance Co.; ALLSTATE ASPIRA; PT ASTRA INTERNATIONAL TBK
CORPORATION (THE) Assembled Products; JASON INCORPORATED
Allstate Motor Club, Inc.; ALLSTATE Asset Intelligence; GE EQUIPMENT SERVICES
CORPORATION (THE) Assurance; GOODYEAR TIRE & RUBBER
Allure; COUNTRY COACH LLC COMPANY (THE)
Alphabet Fuhrparkmanagement; BMW (BAYERISCHE Aston Martin of Tampa; ELDER AUTOMOTIVE
MOTOREN WERKE AG) GROUP
ALPINA; SYTNER GROUP PLC Aston Martin of Troy; ELDER AUTOMOTIVE
Alps Electric Co Ltd; ALPS AUTOMOTIVE INC GROUP
Alps Group; ALPS AUTOMOTIVE INC Astra; ADAM OPEL AG
Altea; SEAT SA Astra; GM HOLDEN LTD
Altea XL; SEAT SA Astra; SATURN CORP
Alto; MARUTI SUZUKI INDIA LIMITED ATD Service Bay; AMERICAN TIRE
Alumalsa; MONTUPET SA DISTRIBUTORS
ALUSIL; KOLBENSCHMIDT PIERBURG AG ATLA BX Co Ltd; HANKOOK TIRE CO LTD
Amalgamations Private Limited; STANADYNE Atlanta Brush; JASON INCORPORATED
CORPORATION Atlas; NISSAN MOTOR CO LTD
Ambassador; MAACO ENTERPRISES INC Atlet AB; NISSAN MOTOR CO LTD
AMERCO Real Estate Company; AMERCO ATX; ATX GROUP INC
American Clipper; REXHALL INDUSTRIES INC Audi; AUDI AG
American Suzuki Motor Corp.; SUZUKI MOTOR Audi; VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA INC
CORPORATION AUDI; VOLKSWAGEN AG
America's Car-Mart, Inc.; AMERICA'S CAR-MART Audi AG; AUDI OF AMERICA INC
INC Audi AG; AUTOMOBILI LAMBORGHINI
America's Tire Co.; DISCOUNT TIRE CO HOLDING SPA
Ameritron; INTERSTATE BATTERY SYSTEM OF Audi Hungaria Motor Kft; AUDI AG
AMERICA Aura; SATURN CORP
Ancira RV; ANCIRA ENTERPRISES Auto Panels Plus; KEYSTONE AUTOMOTIVE
Answer Racing; LDI LTD INDUSTRIES INC
Antara; VAUXHALL MOTORS LTD Auto Parts Plus; UNI-SELECT INC
Anti-Whiplash Seat; AUTOLIV INC Auto Plus; UNI-SELECT INC
AOL AutosDirect; AUTONATION INC Auto Select; PETERSON MANUFACTURING CO
AP Racing, Ltd.; BREMBO SPA Auto Value; HAHN AUTOMOTIVE WAREHOUSE
Apax Partners Inc; CENGAGE LEARNING INC
APAX Partners Ltd.; OMERS CAPITAL PARTNERS Auto Value Service Center Program; HAHN
INC AUTOMOTIVE WAREHOUSE INC
Ape; PIAGGIO & C SPA Auto Ventshade; LUND INTERNATIONAL INC
Application Specific Engine Technology (ASET); MACK autobytel.com; AUTOBYTEL INC
TRUCKS INC Autocraft Industries; ATC TECHNOLOGY
Applied Maintenace America; APPLIED INDUSTRIAL CORPORATION
TECHNOLOGIES INC Autocraft Industries UK; ATC TECHNOLOGY
Aprilia; PIAGGIO & C SPA CORPORATION
ARC Automotive, Inc.; SEQUA CORP AUTOGERMA SpA; AUDI AG
Arcelor S.A.; NOBLE INTERNATIONAL LTD AutoGuide; GUIDE CORP
ArcticLite; WABASH NATIONAL CORP Autoland; TORESCO ENTERPRISES INC
Arcticwear; ARCTIC CAT INC Autoliv AB; AUTOLIV INC
ARM Central; LENDINGTREE LLC Autoliv ASP, Inc.; AUTOLIV INC
Arnage; BENTLEY MOTORS Automate; DEI HOLDINGS INC
Arrow Hose & Tubing, Inc.; EATON CORP Automobili Lamborghini Holding, SpA; AUDI AG
Arrow International, Inc.; TELEFLEX INC Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A.; AUTOMOBILI
ASA Co Ltd; HANKOOK TIRE CO LTD LAMBORGHINI HOLDING SPA
Asahi Tec; METALDYNE CORP
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Automotive Conversion Engineering Sdn. Bhd.; Bayerische Motoren Werke AG; BMW
EDARAN OTOMOBIL NASIONAL BERHAD MANUFACTURING CORP
Automotive Edge/Hermoff; DORMAN PRODUCTS Beaver; MONACO COACH CORP
INC Beetle; VOLKSWAGEN AG
Automotive Finance Consumer Division; KAR Behr Hella Service; HELLA KGAA HUECK & CO.
HOLDINGS INC Behr-Hella Thermocontrol GmbH; HELLA KGAA
Automotive Finance Corporation; KAR HOLDINGS INC HUECK & CO.
Automotive Fuel Cell Cooperation; DAIMLER AG Belanger RV Centre; COUNTRY COACH LLC
Automotive Importing Manufacturing, Inc.; Belmor; LUND INTERNATIONAL INC
MOTORCAR PARTS OF AMERICA INC Beneteler AG; BENTELER GROUP (THE)
Automotive Lighting; MAGNETI MARELLI Benteler Automotive; BENTELER GROUP (THE)
HOLDING SPA Benteler Distribution; BENTELER GROUP (THE)
Automotive Modular Concepts; PLASTECH Benteler Distribution Deutschland; BENTELER GROUP
ENGINEERED PRODUCTS (THE)
Automotive Research & Development Centre; Benteler Steel/Tube; BENTELER GROUP (THE)
CHRYSLER CANADA INC Bentley; VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA INC
Automotive Resources International; HOLMAN Bentley Motors; ROLLS ROYCE MOTOR CAR
ENTERPRISES LIMITED
Automotive Warehouse, Inc.; CARQUEST CORP Bentley Mulliner; BENTLEY MOTORS
autonation.com; AUTONATION INC Beracat; ARCTIC CAT INC
Autos.com; INTERNET BRANDS INC Beru; BORGWARNER INC
autosite.com; AUTOBYTEL INC BERU Mexico S.A. de C.V.; BERU
AutoStructures; GKN PLC AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT
AutoVIN; KAR HOLDINGS INC Bespoke; ROLLS ROYCE MOTOR CAR LIMITED
autoweb.com; AUTOBYTEL INC Better Place Isreal; BETTER PLACE
AutoZone Inc; MIDAS INC BFGoodrich; COMPAGNIE GENERALE DES
Autozone.com; AUTOZONE INC ETABLISSEMENTS MICHELIN
Avant; AUDI OF AMERICA INC Bibielle S.p.A.; BREMBO SPA
Avis Budget Group, Inc; AVIS EUROPE PLC Bi-Fuel; VOLVO CAR CORPORATION
Avnet Electronics Marketing; ALPS ELECTRIC CO Big O Tires, Inc.; TBC CORPORATION
LTD Biker's Choice; LDI LTD
AvtoVAZ OAO; RENAULT SA BioProcess Technologies, Inc.; CLARCOR INC
Axis Group; ALLIED SYSTEMS HOLDINGS INC BizChair.com; COMMERCIAL VEHICLE GROUP
Azera; HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA INC (CVG)
Azure; BENTLEY MOTORS Blackhawk Engineering, Inc.; NEWCOR INC
B.R.C. Società a Responsabilità Limitata; FUEL BladeLights; PETERSON MANUFACTURING CO
SYSTEMS SOLUTIONS INC Blast; COACHMEN INDUSTRIES INC
Babco Electric Group; EATON CORP Blast; HARLEY-DAVIDSON INC
Baja; JAYCO INC Blaupunkt; ROBERT BOSCH GMBH
Baldwin; CLARCOR INC BlindZone Management; MAGNA DONNELLY
Baltic Motors Corporation; INCHCAPE PLC Blount; CATERPILLAR INC
Bank Berhad; EDARAN OTOMOBIL NASIONAL Blue Bird Financial Services; BLUE BIRD
BERHAD CORPORATION
Bankrate; LENDINGTREE LLC Blue Bird VISION; BLUE BIRD CORPORATION
Banque PSA Finance; PSA PEUGEOT CITROEN SA Blue Streak; STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS INC
Barina; GM HOLDEN LTD BMW (Bayerische Motoren Werke AG); BMW
Barrier Door; UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURING CORP
MANUFACTURING CO BMW (Bayerische Motoren Werke AG); BMW OF
BaseCamp; REXHALL INDUSTRIES INC NORTH AMERICA LLC
Basic Element; MAGNA INTERNATIONAL INC BMW (BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE AG);
Bavaria Wirtschaftsagentur GmbH; BMW ROLLS ROYCE MOTOR CAR LIMITED
(BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE AG) BMW (Bayerische Motoren Werke AG); MCLAREN
Bay Area Equity Fund; TESLA MOTORS INC PERFORMANCE TECHNOLOGIES
Bay Chemical and Supply Company; GENTEK INC BMW (US) Holding Corp.; BMW OF NORTH
Bay Star; NEWMAR CORP AMERICA LLC
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BMW Car IT; BMW (BAYERISCHE MOTOREN Budget; AVIS EUROPE PLC
WERKE AG) Buell Motorcycle Company; HARLEY-DAVIDSON INC
BMW Financial Services; BMW OF NORTH Bugatti; VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA INC
AMERICA LLC Buick Century; GENERAL MOTORS OF CANADA
BMW M; BMW (BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE LTD
AG) Buick Regal; GENERAL MOTORS OF CANADA LTD
BMW Manufacturing Corporation; BMW OF NORTH Bumper Airbag; AUTOLIV INC
AMERICA LLC Bumper to Bumper; UNI-SELECT INC
BMW Motoren; BMW (BAYERISCHE MOTOREN Burden Group; UNIPART GROUP OF COMPANIES
WERKE AG) Burt Buick Pontiac GMC; BURT AUTOMOTIVE
Body Structures Group; WAGON PLC NETWORK
Bombardier Recreational Products; LEAR CORP Burt Chevrolet Commercial Trucks; BURT
Bondo; 3M COMPANY AUTOMOTIVE NETWORK
Bongo; MAZDA MOTOR CORPORATION Burt Chevrolet Fleet; BURT AUTOMOTIVE
Boniface; MILLER INDUSTRIES INC NETWORK
Boomerang Tracking; LOJACK CORP Burt Ford Commercial Trucks & Fleet; BURT
Boramco, Inc.; NEWCOR INC AUTOMOTIVE NETWORK
Bosch Rexroth; ROBERT BOSCH GMBH Burt GMC Commercial Trucks; BURT AUTOMOTIVE
Bosch-Siemens Hausgerate; ROBERT BOSCH GMBH NETWORK
Bostrom Seating; ACCURIDE CORPORATION Burt Mazda; BURT AUTOMOTIVE NETWORK
BrakeBest; O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE INC Burt Toyota; BURT AUTOMOTIVE NETWORK
Braman Honda; BRAMAN MANAGEMENT Burt-Kunai Honda; BURT AUTOMOTIVE NETWORK
ASSOCIATION Buzz; ASC INCORPORATED
Braman Honda of Palm Beach; BRAMAN BWD; STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS INC
MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION BWP Distributors, Inc.; CARQUEST CORP
Braman Motorcars; BRAMAN MANAGEMENT C.C. Rider; GLOBAL MOTORSPORT GROUP INC
ASSOCIATION Calcast, Ltd.; MONTUPET SA
Braman Motors; BRAMAN MANAGEMENT Caliber Collision Centers; CALIBER HOLDINGS
ASSOCIATION CORP
Brembo; SANLUIS CORPORACION SAB DE CV CaliberCare Limited Lifetime Warranty; CALIBER
Brembo Ceramic Brake Systems S.p.A.; BREMBO SPA HOLDINGS CORP
Brembo International S.A.; BREMBO SPA Calsonic Corporation; CALSONIC KANSEI
Brembo Performance S.p.A.; BREMBO SPA CORPORATION
Bridgestone Americas Holding, Inc.; BRIDGESTONE Calsonic Kansei (Shanghai) Corporation; CALSONIC
CORPORATION KANSEI CORPORATION
Bridgestone Bandag Tire Solutions; BRIDGESTONE Calsonic Kansei North America, Inc.; CALSONIC
BANDAG LLC KANSEI CORPORATION
Bridgestone Corporation; BRIDGESTONE BANDAG Calsonic Romania S.R.L.; CALSONIC KANSEI
LLC CORPORATION
Bridgestone Europe NV/SA; BRIDGESTONE Cambria; WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES INC
CORPORATION CAMI Automotive, Inc.; GENERAL MOTORS OF
Bridgestone Firestone North American Tire, LLC; CANADA LTD
BRIDGESTONE BANDAG LLC Canadian Tire Financial Services; CANADIAN TIRE
Bridgestone/Firestone North American Tire, LLC; CORP LTD
BRIDGESTONE CORPORATION Canadian Tire Petroleum; CANADIAN TIRE CORP
Brillion Iron Works; ACCURIDE CORPORATION LTD
Broadway; INGERSOLL-RAND COMPANY Canadian Tire Retail; CANADIAN TIRE CORP LTD
LIMITED Can-Am; LEAR CORP
Bronto Skylift; FEDERAL SIGNAL CORP Canatron; INTERSTATE BATTERY SYSTEM OF
Brooklands; BENTLEY MOTORS AMERICA
Brown Brothers Distribution UK Ltd; PPG INDUSTRIES Canter Eco Hybrid; MITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF
INC AMERICA INC
B-Series; MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN Cantieri Riva s.p.a.; STELLICAN LTD
OPERATIONS Canyon Star; NEWMAR CORP
BSST LLC; AMERIGON INC CAP Warehouse; CARQUEST CORP
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Capacity of Texas; COLLINS INDUSTRIES INC Ceram S.a.S.; PININFARINA SPA


Capital Automotive REIT; ROSENTHAL Cerberus Capital Management LP; BLUE BIRD
AUTOMOTIVE ORGANIZATION CORPORATION
Capital One Financial Corp; ONYX ACCEPTANCE Cerberus Capital Management LP; CHRYSLER
CORP FINANCIAL SERVICES LLC
CAPLESS; INERGY AUTOMOTIVE Cerberus Capital Management LP; GMAC FINANCIAL
car.com; AUTOBYTEL INC SERVICES
Caravan Coach; NISSAN SHATAI CO LTD Cerberus Capital Management LP; CHRYSLER
Caravan Silkroad; NISSAN SHATAI CO LTD CANADA INC
CarCareONE; DISCOUNT TIRE CO Cerberus Capital Management LP; CHRYSLER LLC
Carefree; EAGLEPICHER CORPORATION Cerberus Capital Management LP; TOWER
Carlisle Power Transmission; CARLISLE COMPANIES AUTOMOTIVE LLC
INC Chairman; SSANGYONG MOTOR CO
Carlisle SynTec; CARLISLE COMPANIES INC Challenger; MILLER INDUSTRIES INC
Carlisle Tire & Wheel Company; CARLISLE Chalum; GENTEK INC
COMPANIES INC Chambers Motorcars; HERB CHAMBERS
Carlyle Management Group; KEY PLASTICS LLC COMPANIES (THE)
Car-Mart of Arkansas; AMERICA'S CAR-MART INC Champion Bus, Inc.; THOR INDUSTRIES INC
CarMax Foundation; CARMAX GROUP Chancellor; PROTON HOLDINGS BERHAD
CarNuts Boutique; CONTINENTAL MOTORS Chandlers Garage Holdings Ltd.; GROUP 1
GROUP AUTOMOTIVE INC
CARQUEST eServices; CARQUEST CORP Chateauroux; MONTUPET SA
CARQUEST Technical Institute; CARQUEST CORP Chemitreat Group; SIEMENS AG
Carroll Tire Company; TBC CORPORATION Chemtura Corporation; E I DU PONT DE NEMOURS &
CarsDirect.com; INTERNET BRANDS INC CO (DUPONT)
CarsDirect.com; PENSKE AUTOMOTIVE GROUP Chevrolet Silverado; GENERAL MOTORS OF
INC CANADA LTD
carsmart.com; AUTOBYTEL INC Chevron; MILLER INDUSTRIES INC
cartv.com; AUTOBYTEL INC Chevy Equinox; CAMI AUTOMOTIVE INC
Casco Products Corporation; SEQUA CORP Chilton; CENGAGE LEARNING
Castle Harlan, Inc.; ADVANCED ACCESSORY Chongqing Pingshan TK Carburetor Co., Ltd.; AISAN
SYSTEMS LLC INDUSTRY CO LTD
Catalytica Energy Systems, Inc.; EATON CORP Chris-Craft Corp.; STELLICAN LTD
Caterpillar Remanufacturing Services; CATERPILLAR Chromalloy Gas Turbine Corporation; SEQUA CORP
INC Chrome Country; RUSH ENTERPRISES INC
Cayenne; PORSCHE AUTOMOBIL HOLDING SE Chrome Gear; GLOBAL MOTORSPORT GROUP INC
Cayman S; PORSCHE AUTOMOBIL HOLDING SE Chromtec; LACKS ENTERPRISES INC
CC Industries; GREAT DANE LIMITED Chrysler; TATA MOTORS LIMITED
PARTNERSHIP Chrysler Financial Services, Inc.; CHRYSLER LLC
Cedric; NISSAN SHATAI CO LTD Chrysler Group; CHRYSLER LLC
Celatom; EAGLEPICHER CORPORATION Chrysler Holding LLC; DAIMLER AG
CELIS; HELLA KGAA HUECK & CO. Chrysler Holding LLC; CERBERUS CAPITAL
Centerseal 2000R; UTILITY TRAILER MANAGEMENT LP
MANUFACTURING CO Chrysler Holding LLC; CHRYSLER FINANCIAL
Centor Company; SEQUA CORP SERVICES LLC
Central Motor Co. Ltd.; TOYOTA MOTOR Chrysler LLC; CHRYSLER CANADA INC
CORPORATION Chrysler LLC; CHRYSLER FINANCIAL SERVICES
Central Ohio Credit Corp.; RICART AUTOMOTIVE LLC
INC Chrysler LLC; DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH
CentruStyle; HAYES LEMMERZ INTERNATIONAL AMERICA LLC
INC Chun Shyang Shin Yeh Industry Co., Ltd.; TOYOTA
Century; MILLER INDUSTRIES INC AUTO BODY CO LTD
Century Salvage Sales Limited; COPART INC Cir S.p.A; SOGEFI SPA
Ceradyne Canada; CERADYNE Citroen; PSA PEUGEOT CITROEN SA
Ceralloy; CERADYNE Civic; HONDA OF AMERICA MFG INC
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Civic; AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO INC ContiTech; CONTINENTAL AG


Civic; HONDA MOTOR CO LTD Cooper Tire & Rubber Company de Mexico; COOPER
CK Sales; CALSONIC KANSEI CORPORATION TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY
Clarion Corp. of America; CLARION CO LTD Coopers; SOGEFI SPA
Classic Automotive Group; PENSKE AUTOMOTIVE CoPart Access; COPART INC
GROUP INC CoPart ProQuote; COPART INC
Clifford; DEI HOLDINGS INC CoPartfinder; COPART INC
ClimaGuard Low-E; GUARDIAN INDUSTRIES CORP Copen; DAIHATSU MOTOR CO LTD
ClimaGuard SPF; GUARDIAN INDUSTRIES CORP Corbeil Bus Corporation; COLLINS INDUSTRIES INC
Climate Control Seat; AMERIGON INC Cordoba; SEAT SA
Closure Systems Group; WAGON PLC Cordovan; TBC CORPORATION
CNH Global; FIAT SPA Corian; E I DU PONT DE NEMOURS & CO
Coachmen; COACHMEN INDUSTRIES INC (DUPONT)
Coast; COAST DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM INC Corsa; ADAM OPEL AG
Cobalt Prospector; COBALT GROUP (THE) Corsa; VAUXHALL MOTORS LTD
Codespear, LLC; FEDERAL SIGNAL CORP Cosma International; MAGNA INTERNATIONAL INC
Cofap; MAGNETI MARELLI HOLDING SPA Cottman Transmissions; AAMCO TRANSMISSIONS
Collection (The); ASTON MARTIN LAGONDA LTD INC
Collins Bus Corporation; COLLINS INDUSTRIES INC Courtesy Motors; KELLEY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
Colonial Auto Finance, Inc.; AMERICA'S CAR-MART Craftsman; SEARS HOLDINGS CORPORATION
INC Crestview Partners, L.P.; KEY SAFETY SYSTEMS INC
Comau; FIAT SPA Crew; NISSAN SHATAI CO LTD
Combo; ADAM OPEL AG Crimson Fire; SPARTAN MOTORS INC
Combustion Components Associates, Inc.; TENNECO Crimson Fire Aerials, Inc.; SPARTAN MOTORS INC
INC Crosland; SOGEFI SPA
Commercial Babcock; JB POINDEXTER & CO INC Crossfire; ARCTIC CAT INC
Commercial Vehicle Systems; ARVINMERITOR INC CR-V; HONDA OF AMERICA MFG INC
Commodore; GM HOLDEN LTD CTI Molecular Imaging; SIEMENS AG
Compact Engines; DEUTZ AG Cummins Filtration; CUMMINS FILTRATION
Compagnie Financiere Michelin; COMPAGNIE Cummins Inc; CUMMINS FILTRATION
GENERALE DES ETABLISSEMENTS MICHELIN Cummins Power Generation; CUMMINS INC
Compagnie Signature; COMPAGNIE PLASTIC Cuore; DAIHATSU MOTOR CO LTD
OMNIUM Custom Chassis Products LLC; MONACO COACH
Compass Venture Partners; TESLA MOTORS INC CORP
Condor; NISSAN DIESEL MOTOR CO LTD Custom Chrome; GLOBAL MOTORSPORT GROUP
Consumer Auto Parts, Inc.; UNI-SELECT INC INC
Continental Acura; CONTINENTAL MOTORS Cycle & Carriage Bintang; JARDINE CYCLE AND
GROUP CARRIAGE
Continental Audi; CONTINENTAL MOTORS GROUP Cycle & Carriage Ltd.; JARDINE CYCLE AND
Continental AutoSports; CONTINENTAL MOTORS CARRIAGE
GROUP Cylinder Liners; GKN PLC
Continental Chrysler Jeep; CONTINENTAL MOTORS Cypress; NEWMAR CORP
GROUP D3 S.a.S.; PININFARINA SPA
Continental Disc Corp.; SIEGEL-ROBERT INC Dacia; RENAULT SA
Continental Flying Spur; BENTLEY MOTORS Daewoo Group; GM DAEWOO AUTO AND
Continental GT; BENTLEY MOTORS TECHNOLOGY CO
Continental Honda; CONTINENTAL MOTORS Daewoo Motor Co.; GM DAEWOO AUTO AND
GROUP TECHNOLOGY CO
Continental Lumber Products, Inc.; FLEETWOOD Daewoo Novus Truck; TATA MOTORS LIMITED
ENTERPRISES INC DAF Trucks; PACCAR INC
Continental Nissan; CONTINENTAL MOTORS Daihatsu Motor Kyushu Co., Ltd.; DAIHATSU MOTOR
GROUP CO LTD
Continental Toyota Scion; CONTINENTAL MOTORS Daimler AG; DAIMLER FINANCIAL SERVICES AG
GROUP Daimler AG; MAYBACH
Continetal GTC; BENTLEY MOTORS Daimler AG; MERCEDES-BENZ USA LLC
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Daimler AG; SMART GMBH Deco Engineering, Inc.; NEWCOR INC


Daimler AG; MERCEDES-BENZ CREDIT Decoma International, Inc.; MAGNA
CORPORATION INTERNATIONAL INC
Daimler AG; ORION BUS INDUSTRIES Deerbrook; ALLSTATE CORPORATION (THE)
Daimler AG; CHRYSLER CANADA INC Defender; LAND ROVER
Daimler AG; CERBERUS CAPITAL MANAGEMENT Deflecta-Shield Corp.; LUND INTERNATIONAL INC
LP Deka; EAST PENN MANUFACTURING CO INC
Daimler Bank; DAIMLER FINANCIAL SERVICES Delco Remy; REMY INTERNATIONAL INC
AG Delmar; CENGAGE LEARNING
Daimler Commercial Buses of North America; ORION Delphys Inc; TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION
BUS INDUSTRIES Delta Center; LARRY H MILLER GROUP
Daimler Financial Services; MERCEDES-BENZ Denso Wave, Inc.; DENSO CORPORATION
CREDIT CORPORATION Dent Demon; ADESA INC
Daimler Financial Services AG; DAIMLER AG DentDemon; KAR HOLDINGS INC
Daimler Hero Motor Corporation Ltd.; DAIMLER AG Derbi; PIAGGIO & C SPA
Daimler Luft- und Raumfahrt Holding AG; DAIMLER Descam; MAGNETI MARELLI HOLDING SPA
AG Desert Lexus; DAVID WILSON'S AUTOMOTIVE
Daimler North America Corporation LLC; DAIMLER GROUP
AG Designer; JAYCO INC
Daimler Services Fleet Management GmbH; DAIMLER DesignworksUSA; BMW OF NORTH AMERICA LLC
FINANCIAL SERVICES AG Desmosedici RR; DUCATI MOTOR HOLDING SPA
Daimler Services Insurance Solutions, Ltd.; DAIMLER Detroit Diesel Corporation; DAIMLER TRUCKS
FINANCIAL SERVICES AG NORTH AMERICA LLC
Daimler Services Mobility Management GmbH; Deutz (Dalian) Engine Co. Ltd.; FIRST AUTOMOTIVE
DAIMLER FINANCIAL SERVICES AG GROUP CORPORATION
Daimler Services Structured Finance GmbH; DAIMLER DEUTZ (Dalian) Engine Co., Ltd.; DEUTZ AG
FINANCIAL SERVICES AG DEUTZ Customised Solutions; DEUTZ AG
DaimlerChrysler Bank Rus; DAIMLER FINANCIAL DEUTZ Natural Fuel Engines; DEUTZ AG
SERVICES AG DEUTZ Oil Diagnose; DEUTZ AG
DataMart; DONLEN CORPORATION DEUTZ Power Solutions; DEUTZ AG
DAVCO Technology, LLC; PENSKE CORPORATION Diamond Gloss; ZIEBART INTERNATIONAL CORP
David McDavid Acura; DAVID MCDAVID AUTO DiamondGuard; GUARDIAN INDUSTRIES CORP
GROUP Dickten and Masch; EAGLE OTTAWA LEATHER
David McDavid Buick of Irving; DAVID MCDAVID COMPANY LLC
AUTO GROUP DieHard; SEARS HOLDINGS CORPORATION
David McDavid GMC of Irving; DAVID MCDAVID Dinex International Inc.; CARLISLE COMPANIES INC
AUTO GROUP Directed Video; DEI HOLDINGS INC
David McDavid Lincoln Mercury; DAVID MCDAVID Directions & Connections Plan; ONSTAR
AUTO GROUP CORPORATION
David McDavid Nissan of Houston; DAVID MCDAVID Discount Tire Direct; DISCOUNT TIRE CO
AUTO GROUP DiscountTireDirect.com; DISCOUNT TIRE CO
David McDavid Pontiac of Irving; DAVID MCDAVID Discovery; LAND ROVER
AUTO GROUP Distributor 2000R; UTILITY TRAILER
David Wilson's Ford of Orange; DAVID WILSON'S MANUFACTURING CO
AUTOMOTIVE GROUP DIVA; ATX GROUP INC
David Wilson's Right Honda; DAVID WILSON'S Divertech Company; TOYO TIRE & RUBBER CO
AUTOMOTIVE GROUP LTD
David Wilson's South Bay Toyota; DAVID WILSON'S D-MAX; ISUZU MOTORS LTD
AUTOMOTIVE GROUP Dodge; CHRYSLER CANADA INC
David Wilson's Toyota of Orange; DAVID WILSON'S Dodge; CHRYSLER LLC
AUTOMOTIVE GROUP Dodge Ram; CHRYSLER LLC
Dayton Progress; FEDERAL SIGNAL CORP Dodgeland; TORESCO ENTERPRISES INC
DB9; ASTON MARTIN LAGONDA LTD DoItYourself.com; INTERNET BRANDS INC
DBR9; ASTON MARTIN LAGONDA LTD Dollar Rent A Car, Inc.; DOLLAR THRIFTY
DBS; ASTON MARTIN LAGONDA LTD AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC
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Dollar Thrifty Funding Corp.; DOLLAR THRIFTY Eagle; JAYCO INC


AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC Eagle; WABASH NATIONAL CORP
Dolphin; NATIONAL RV HOLDINGS INC EaglePicher Medical Power; EAGLEPICHER
Dongfeng Dana Axle; DANA HOLDINGS CORPORATION
CORPORATION EaglePicher Technologies, LLC; EAGLEPICHER
Dongfeng Electric Vehicle Co., Ltd.; DONGFENG CORPORATION
MOTOR CORPORATION Earnhardt Auto Body; EARNHARDT'S AUTO
Dongfeng Honda Automobile (Wuhan) Co., Ltd.; CENTERS
DONGFENG MOTOR CORPORATION Earnhardt Chrysler Jeep; EARNHARDT'S AUTO
Dongfeng Motor Co. Ltd.; DANA HOLDINGS CENTERS
CORPORATION Earnhardt Ford; EARNHARDT'S AUTO CENTERS
Dongfeng Motor Co., Ltd.; DONGFENG MOTOR Earnhardt Honda; EARNHARDT'S AUTO CENTERS
CORPORATION Earnhardt Mazda; EARNHARDT'S AUTO CENTERS
Dongfeng Peugeot Citroen Automobiles Limited; Earnhardt Nissan; EARNHARDT'S AUTO CENTERS
DONGFENG MOTOR CORPORATION Earnhardt Scion; EARNHARDT'S AUTO CENTERS
Dongfeng-Yueda Kia Co., Ltd.; DONGFENG MOTOR EBEA S.A.; HILITE INTERNATIONAL
CORPORATION Eclipse; MITSUBISHI MOTORS CORP
Donlen Driver; DONLEN CORPORATION ECSTA DX Aroma; KUMHO TIRE CO LTD
Donlen Fleet Leasing, Ltd.; DONLEN CORPORATION EFP Corporation; JB POINDEXTER & CO INC
Donnely Corp.; MAGNA DONNELLY e-Harness Smart Connector; VALEO
Dor-O-Matic; INGERSOLL-RAND COMPANY Eight Ball; POLARIS INDUSTRIES INC
LIMITED EIS, Inc.; GENUINE PARTS COMPANY
Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG; PORSCHE AUTOMOBIL Elantra; HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
HOLDING SE Elantra; HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY
Draper Fisher Jervetson; TESLA MOTORS INC Elder Ford; ELDER AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
DriveCare Limited Warranty; DRIVETIME ElDorado National, Inc.; THOR INDUSTRIES INC
AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC Eldorado Tire; TREADWAYS CORP
Driver Interactive Vehicle Applications; ATX GROUP Ellerbrock GmbH; MARANGONI SPA
INC Ellipse; WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES INC
Drophead Coupe; ROLLS ROYCE MOTOR CAR Emerald Club; VANGUARD CAR RENTAL USA INC
LIMITED Emerald Club Aisle Service; VANGUARD CAR
DTG Operations, Inc.; DOLLAR THRIFTY RENTAL USA INC
AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC Emitec; GKN PLC
DualTronic; BORGWARNER INC Enax; CONTINENTAL AG
Ducati Card Assistance; DUCATI MOTOR HOLDING Encompass; ALLSTATE CORPORATION (THE)
SPA Engemaq; GEORG FISCHER LTD
Dunlop; GOODYEAR TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY Enterprise Car Sales; ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR
(THE) Enterprise Fleet Services; ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR
Duquesne Capital Management LLC; TI AUTOMOTIVE Enterprise Rent-a-Car; ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR
DuraPlate; WABASH NATIONAL CORP Enterprise Rent-A-Car; VANGUARD CAR RENTAL
DuraPlateHD; WABASH NATIONAL CORP USA INC
DuraStar Hybrid; NAVISTAR INC Enterprise Rent-a-Truck; ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR
Dutch Star; NEWMAR CORP Envizio; AMERICAN TIRE DISTRIBUTORS
Dutchmen Manufacturing, Inc.; THOR INDUSTRIES EON Bank; EDARAN OTOMOBIL NASIONAL
INC BERHAD
Dyna Glide; HARLEY-DAVIDSON INC EON Properties Sdn. Bhd.; EDARAN OTOMOBIL
DynaBeam; HELLA KGAA HUECK & CO. NASIONAL BERHAD
Dynamic Road Scene; GUIDE CORP E-ONE; FEDERAL SIGNAL CORP
Dynaturn; METALDYNE CORP EP Minerals, LLC; EAGLEPICHER CORPORATION
DynoMax; TENNECO INC ePartner Network; ONYX ACCEPTANCE CORP
Dynomax; COUNTRY COACH LLC Erga; ISUZU MOTORS LTD
E.D.C., Inc.; GEORG FISCHER LTD Ergovision; VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA
e4t eceltronics for transportation s.r.o.; SKODA AUTO INC
AS ESCOT; NISSAN DIESEL MOTOR CO LTD
Eagle; MILLER INDUSTRIES INC E-Series; FORD MOTOR COMPANY OF CANADA
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ESK Ceramics; CERADYNE First Class Financing; MERCEDES-BENZ CREDIT


Esteem; MARUTI SUZUKI INDIA LIMITED CORPORATION
Eurenov S.A.S.; CATERPILLAR INC First Class Finish; MERCEDES-BENZ CREDIT
EuroClear; EARL SCHEIB INC CORPORATION
Euromaster; COMPAGNIE GENERALE DES First Class Lease; MERCEDES-BENZ CREDIT
ETABLISSEMENTS MICHELIN CORPORATION
Euromobile Sdn. Bhd.; EDARAN OTOMOBIL Firstgear; LDI LTD
NASIONAL BERHAD Fisher Corporation; FISHER & COMPANY INC
Euro-Paint; EARL SCHEIB INC Fisher Dynamics; FISHER & COMPANY INC
European Aeronautic Defense and Space Co EADS); Fit-Rite Body Parts & Affilliates; LKQ CORP
DAIMLER AG FK; MITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA INC
European Fleet Funding and Management; DONLEN Flagship Motorcars; HERB CHAMBERS COMPANIES
CORPORATION (THE)
European Motor Cars of Littleton; BRAMAN Fleet Body Equipment; HOLMAN ENTERPRISES
MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION Fleet Management Services; DONLEN
Eurorubber; MARANGONI SPA CORPORATION
Everett Smith Group, Ltd.; EAGLE OTTAWA Fleetguard; CUMMINS FILTRATION
LEATHER COMPANY LLC FleetWeb; DONLEN CORPORATION
Evora; GROUP LOTUS PLC Fletcher Jones Imports: Mercedez Benz; FLETCHER
EVTeam; SPARTAN MOTORS INC JONES MANAGEMENT GROUP INC
Ewing Management Group; KEY PLASTICS LLC Fletcher Jones Motorcars of Fremont; FLETCHER
Exergy, Inc.; SIEMENS AG JONES MANAGEMENT GROUP INC
Explorer; FORD MOTOR COMPANY OF CANADA Fletcher Jones of Chicago; FLETCHER JONES
EXX Inc; NEWCOR INC MANAGEMENT GROUP INC
F150online.com; INTERNET BRANDS INC Fletcher Jones Toyota; FLETCHER JONES
F430; FERRARI SPA MANAGEMENT GROUP INC
F430 Spider; FERRARI SPA Flex-Box Smart Kit; AAMCO TRANSMISSIONS INC
Fabco; ACCURIDE CORPORATION FlexDI; ORBITAL CORPORATION LTD
Fairmont Homes Inc; GULF STREAM COACH INC Flexi-Fuel; VOLVO CAR CORPORATION
Falls Church Ford-Dodge; JIM KOONS Flexlamp; LACKS ENTERPRISES INC
AUTOMOTIVE COMPANIES INC Fluid Carrying Systems; TI AUTOMOTIVE
Fanzz; LARRY H MILLER GROUP Fluid Power Connection; APPLIED INDUSTRIAL
FastForward; GUIDE CORP TECHNOLOGIES INC
Faurecia; PSA PEUGEOT CITROEN SA FM; MITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA INC
FAW Jiefang Automotive Co., Ltd.; DEUTZ AG Ford Credit; FORD MOTOR CREDIT CO
FAW Mazda Motor Sales Co. Ltd.; FIRST Ford Credit Canada; FORD MOTOR COMPANY OF
AUTOMOTIVE GROUP CORPORATION CANADA
FAW-Volkswagen Automotive Company, Ltd.; FIRST Ford Electronics Manufacturing; FORD MOTOR
AUTOMOTIVE GROUP CORPORATION COMPANY OF CANADA
FE; MITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA INC Ford Motor Co; AUTOALLIANCE INTERNATIONAL
FeatureRight; PLASTECH ENGINEERED INC
PRODUCTS Ford Motor Co; FORD MOTOR COMPANY OF
Federal Coach; JB POINDEXTER & CO INC CANADA
Fel-Pro; FEDERAL MOGUL CORP Ford Motor Co; SALEEN INC
Ferrari; FIAT SPA Ford Motor Co; VOLVO CAR CORPORATION
FG; MITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA INC Ford Motor Co; MCLAREN PERFORMANCE
FIAAM; SOGEFI SPA TECHNOLOGIES
Fiat Group Automobiles; FIAT SPA Ford Motor Co; VOLVO CARS OF NORTH
Fiat S.p.A.; FERRARI SPA AMERICA INC
Fiat SpA; MAGNETI MARELLI HOLDING SPA Ford Motor Co; NAVISTAR INC
Findisc S.R.L.; BREMBO SPA Ford Motor Co; FORD MOTOR CREDIT CO
FinishMaster, Inc.; LDI LTD Ford Motor Company; MAZDA MOTOR
Firestone; BRIDGESTONE CORPORATION CORPORATION
First Automotive Works; FIRST AUTOMOTIVE Ford Motor Credit Company (The); FORD MOTOR CO
GROUP CORPORATION
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Ford Probe; AUTOALLIANCE INTERNATIONAL General Motors Acceptance Corp. (GMAC); CERBERUS
INC CAPITAL MANAGEMENT LP
Ford Sync; FORD MOTOR CO General Motors Corp; GM HOLDEN LTD
Forester; FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD (SUBARU) General Motors Corp (GM); GENERAL MOTORS OF
Formflo Limited; STACKPOLE LIMITED COMPANY CANADA LTD
Foshan Valeo Ichikoh Auto Lighting Systems Co.; General Motors Corp (GM); NEW UNITED MOTOR
VALEO MANUFACTURING INC
Four Seasons; STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS INC General Motors Corp (GM); SAAB AUTOMOBILE AB
Four Winds International, Inc.; THOR INDUSTRIES General Motors Corp (GM); SAAB CARS USA INC
INC General Motors Corp (GM); SATURN CORP
FP Diesel; FEDERAL MOGUL CORP General Motors Corp (GM); VAUXHALL MOTORS
Franklin Precision Industry; AISAN INDUSTRY CO LTD
LTD General Motors Corp (GM); GM DAEWOO AUTO
Frazee Paint; EARL SCHEIB INC AND TECHNOLOGY CO
Freedom; GREAT DANE LIMITED PARTNERSHIP General Motors Corp (GM); MCLAREN
Freelander; LAND ROVER PERFORMANCE TECHNOLOGIES
Freestar; FORD MOTOR COMPANY OF CANADA General Motors Corp (GM); SAIC-GM-WULING
Freightliner Custom Chassis; DAIMLER TRUCKS AUTOMOBILE COMPANY
NORTH AMERICA LLC General Motors Corporation; ONSTAR
FreightPro; WABASH NATIONAL CORP CORPORATION
Friedkin Companies; GULF STATES TOYOTA INC General Motors of Canada Ltd; CAMI AUTOMOTIVE
Frixa Co; HANKOOK TIRE CO LTD INC
Front Edge Airbag; AUTOLIV INC General Parts, Inc.; CARQUEST CORP
Frontier Navara; NISSAN MOTOR CO LTD General Tactical Vehicles; AM GENERAL LLC
F-Series Super Duty; FORD MOTOR CO General Tire; CONTINENTAL AG
Fuel Shark; SUPREME INDUSTRIES INC Genuine Auto Parts; HAHN AUTOMOTIVE
Fuel Systems; TI AUTOMOTIVE WAREHOUSE INC
Fuel Systems Solutions, Inc.; FUEL SYSTEMS Georgie Boy; COACHMEN INDUSTRIES INC
SOLUTIONS INC getsmart.com; LENDINGTREE LLC
Fulda; GOODYEAR TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY Gilera; PIAGGIO & C SPA
(THE) Gillet; TENNECO INC
Fuzhou Koito tayih Automotive Lamp Co., Ltd.; KOITO GKN Sinter Metals; GKN PLC
MANUFACTURING CO LTD GKN Sinter Metals, Ltd.; NIPPON PISTON RING CO
G7 Groupe; ADA LTD
Gabilan Manufacturing, Inc.; TENNECO INC Glass Network; GUARDIAN INDUSTRIES CORP
GAC MidAmerican, Inc.; GENTEK INC Global Automotive Parts; LKQ CORP
Galant; MITSUBISHI MOTORS CORP Glyco; FEDERAL MOGUL CORP
Gale; CENGAGE LEARNING GM Daewoo Auto and Technology Co; GENERAL
Gallardo; AUTOMOBILI LAMBORGHINI HOLDING MOTORS CORP (GM)
SPA GM Europe; VAUXHALL MOTORS LTD
Galpin Mazda of Santa Clarita; GALPIN MOTORS INC GM Holden Ltd; GENERAL MOTORS CORP (GM)
Galpinizing; GALPIN MOTORS INC GMAC Bank; GMAC FINANCIAL SERVICES
Gatlin Educational Service; CENGAGE LEARNING GMAC Financial Services; GMAC INSURANCE
GE Rail Services; GE EQUIPMENT SERVICES HOLDINGS INC
Geesink; OSHKOSH CORPORATION GMAC Insurance Holdings; GMAC FINANCIAL
Gefco; PSA PEUGEOT CITROEN SA SERVICES
GEICO Casualty; GEICO CORPORATION GMAC Mortgage; GMAC FINANCIAL SERVICES
GEICO Direct; GEICO CORPORATION GMAC-CIS; GMAC FINANCIAL SERVICES
GEICO General Insurance; GEICO CORPORATION GM-AvtoVAZ; AVTOVAZ OAO
GEICO Indemnity; GEICO CORPORATION GMC Sierra; GENERAL MOTORS OF CANADA LTD
Gen. 2; PROTON HOLDINGS BERHAD GMI Diesel Engineering, Ltd.; ISUZU MOTORS LTD
General Chemical LLC; GENTEK INC Goetze; FEDERAL MOGUL CORP
General Dynamics Land Systems; AM GENERAL LLC Gold Shield; FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES INC
General Electric Capital Solutions; GE EQUIPMENT Gold Wing; AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO INC
SERVICES Gold Wing 1800; HONDA OF AMERICA MFG INC
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Goldman Sachs Group, Inc.; AUTOCAM Herb Chambers Chrysler Dodge of Millbury; HERB
CORPORATION CHAMBERS COMPANIES (THE)
Golf Town Income Fund; OMERS CAPITAL Herb Chambers Porsche of Boston; HERB CHAMBERS
PARTNERS INC COMPANIES (THE)
Goodyear; GOODYEAR TIRE & RUBBER Herb Chambers Saab of Braintree; HERB CHAMBERS
COMPANY (THE) COMPANIES (THE)
Goshen Coach, Inc.; THOR INDUSTRIES INC Herb Chambers Toyota of Auburn; HERB CHAMBERS
Graf Group (The); RIETER HOLDING LTD COMPANIES (THE)
Grand Vitara XL-7; MARUTI SUZUKI INDIA Herb Chambers Vespa of Boston; HERB CHAMBERS
LIMITED COMPANIES (THE)
Granite; MACK TRUCKS INC Herman Miller, Inc.; AMERIGON INC
Granse; BRILLIANCE CHINA AUTOMOTIVE Hertz Car Sales; HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS INC
HOLDINGS LIMITED Hertz Equipment Rental Corp.; HERTZ GLOBAL
Great Indoors Stores (The); SEARS HOLDINGS HOLDINGS INC
CORPORATION Hertz Leasing; HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS INC
Great White; PETERSON MANUFACTURING CO Hertz Local Edition; HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS
Green Diesel Technology; NAVISTAR INC
INTERNATIONAL CORP Hertz Rent A Car; HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS INC
GRIP Tuning; GUARDIAN INDUSTRIES CORP Hetag Takdaekning A/S; TRELLEBORG AB
Grizzly; YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD HICOM Holdings Berhad; EDARAN OTOMOBIL
Grocery 2000R; UTILITY TRAILER NASIONAL BERHAD
MANUFACTURING CO High Impact Plated Plastic (HIPP-140); LACKS
Guangqi Hino Motors Co., Ltd.; HINO MOTORS LTD ENTERPRISES INC
Guangzhou Koito Automotive Lamp Co., Ltd.; KOITO Hillsdale Automotive, LLC; EAGLEPICHER
MANUFACTURING CO LTD CORPORATION
Guardian UltraWhite; GUARDIAN INDUSTRIES Hilo Honda; FLETCHER JONES MANAGEMENT
CORP GROUP INC
Gummiteknik GTM AB; TRELLEBORG AB Himiko; YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD
Gunite Corporation; ACCURIDE CORPORATION Hino 300 Series; HINO MOTORS LTD
Guzzler; FEDERAL SIGNAL CORP Hino Motors Ltd; TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION
H-1 Truck; HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY Hino Motors Manufacturing Mexico, S.A. de C.V.; HINO
Halo; ASC INCORPORATED MOTORS LTD
Hamlin Electronics; KEY SAFETY SYSTEMS INC Hino Motors Manufacturing U.S.A., Inc.; HINO
Hammer; POLARIS INDUSTRIES INC MOTORS LTD
Hankook Hybrid System; HANKOOK TIRE CO LTD Hitachi Ltd; CLARION CO LTD
Hankook Tire America Corp; HANKOOK TIRE CO Hoeganaes; GKN PLC
LTD Hogra Holding AG; RIETER HOLDING LTD
Haptic Commander; ALPS ELECTRIC CO LTD Holden Financial Services; GM HOLDEN LTD
Harley-Davidson Motor Company; HARLEY- Holden Lightweight Structures, Ltd.; GROUP LOTUS
DAVIDSON INC PLC
Hawtal Whiting; WAGON PLC Holden National Leasing Services; GM HOLDEN LTD
Hayden; STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS INC Holden Special Vehicles; GM HOLDEN LTD
HBPO GmbH; HELLA KGAA HUECK & CO. Holiday Bikes; ADA
Heafner Tire; AMERICAN TIRE DISTRIBUTORS Holiday Rambler; MONACO COACH CORP
Hella Aftermarket Club; HELLA KGAA HUECK & Holman Leasing & Rental; HOLMAN ENTERPRISES
CO. Holmes; MILLER INDUSTRIES INC
Hella-Behr-Plastic Omnium (HBPO); COMPAGNIE Honda Aircraft Company Inc; HONDA MOTOR CO
PLASTIC OMNIUM LTD
Hendrick Marrow Program; HENDRICK Honda Engineering Co., Ltd.; HONDA MOTOR CO
AUTOMOTIVE GROUP LTD
Hendrick Motorsports; HENDRICK AUTOMOTIVE Honda Marine; HONDA MOTOR CO LTD
GROUP Honda Motor Co Ltd; AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR
Herb Chambers BMW of Boston; HERB CHAMBERS CO INC
COMPANIES (THE) Honda Motor Co Ltd; HONDA OF AMERICA MFG
INC
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Honda of America Manufacturing; HONDA MOTOR InfoMax Wireless; MACK TRUCKS INC
CO LTD inMotion; GENUINE PARTS COMPANY
Honda of America Mfg Inc; AMERICAN HONDA Inner Guard; ZIEBART INTERNATIONAL CORP
MOTOR CO INC Inner-Clean; ZIEBART INTERNATIONAL CORP
Honda of Canada Mfg., Inc.; HONDA OF AMERICA Innovative Paper Technologies; 3M COMPANY
MFG INC Innovative Solutions Group; WAGON PLC
Honda Parts Centers; AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR Inoplast; COMPAGNIE PLASTIC OMNIUM
CO INC InoPlastic Omnium (iPO); COMPAGNIE PLASTIC
Honda R&D Americas, Inc.; HONDA MOTOR CO LTD OMNIUM
Honda R&D Americas, Inc.; AMERICAN HONDA Insignia; VAUXHALL MOTORS LTD
MOTOR CO INC Insignia; ADAM OPEL AG
Honda Transmission Mfg.; HONDA OF AMERICA Inspire; COUNTRY COACH LLC
MFG INC InstantCarLoan.com; INTERNET BRANDS INC
Hongqi; FIRST AUTOMOTIVE GROUP Insulfoam; CARLISLE COMPANIES INC
CORPORATION Insurance Auto Auctions, Inc.; KAR HOLDINGS INC
Honsel International Technologies; OMERS CAPITAL Intedis; HELLA KGAA HUECK & CO.
PARTNERS INC IntegraLink; COBALT GROUP (THE)
Horseless Carriage Restaurant; GALPIN MOTORS INC International Aware Vehicle Intelligence; NAVISTAR
Houghton Mifflin College Division; CENGAGE INTERNATIONAL CORP
LEARNING International Engineering Solutions, LLC; NAVISTAR
HRP-3 Promet Mk-II; KAWASAKI HEAVY INTERNATIONAL CORP
INDUSTRIES LTD International Fleet Servcies; DONLEN CORPORATION
Hummer H1; AM GENERAL LLC International Military and Government LLC; NAVISTAR
Hummer H2; AM GENERAL LLC INTERNATIONAL CORP
Humvee; AM GENERAL LLC International Truck and Engine Corporation; MONACO
HybriDrive; ORION BUS INDUSTRIES COACH CORP
Hydraulik-Ring GmbH; HILITE INTERNATIONAL Intier Automotive, Inc.; MAGNA INTERNATIONAL
Hydro-Components Research & Development Corp.; INC
TRELLEBORG AB Intrigue; COUNTRY COACH LLC
Hydrogen 7 mono-fuel; BMW OF NORTH AMERICA Investcorp Bank B.S.C.; AMERICAN TIRE
LLC DISTRIBUTORS
Hypermotard; DUCATI MOTOR HOLDING SPA Ion; SATURN CORP
Hyundai Motor America; HYUNDAI MOTOR I-Ride; AMERICAN AXLE & MANUFACTURING
COMPANY HOLDINGS INC
Hyundai Motor Company; HYUNDAI MOTOR Irvine Auto Mall; TUTTLE-CLICK AUTOMOTIVE
AMERICA GROUP
Hyundai Motor Company; KIA MOTORS IsoTherming Technology; E I DU PONT DE NEMOURS
CORPORATION & CO (DUPONT)
Hyundam America, Inc.; AISAN INDUSTRY CO LTD Istana; SHANGHAI AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY
HY-VO; BORGWARNER INC CORP (SAIC)
IAC/InterActiveCorp; LENDINGTREE LLC Isuzu Automotive Europe; ISUZU MOTORS LTD
Ibiza; SEAT SA Isuzu Manufacturing Services of America; ISUZU
IC Corporation; NAVISTAR INTERNATIONAL CORP MOTORS AMERICA INC
Illuminator; MAGNA DONNELLY Isuzu Motors Ltd; ISUZU MOTORS AMERICA INC
Image; ASC INCORPORATED Isuzu Truck South Africa (Pty) Limited; ISUZU
Imperial Group; ACCURIDE CORPORATION MOTORS LTD
India Design Center; NYX INC Isuzu-OAO Severstal-Auto; ISUZU MOTORS LTD
India Japan Lighting Private Ltd.; KOITO Itasca; WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES INC
MANUFACTURING CO LTD i-Van; GREAT DANE LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
India Yamaha Motor Private Limited; YAMAHA Iveco; FIAT SPA
MOTOR CO LTD iZAP; ZAP
Indian Motorcycle Co; STELLICAN LTD J. Koons Pontiac Buick GMC; JIM KOONS
Inergy Automotive Systems; COMPAGNIE PLASTIC AUTOMOTIVE COMPANIES INC
OMNIUM J. L. Clark, Inc.; CLARCOR INC
Inflatable Curtain; AUTOLIV INC
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J2 Management Corporation; AG SIMPSON John Deere Health Plan, Inc.; DEERE & CO
AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS John Deere Lawn & Grounds Care Holdings, Inc.;
JacksonLea; JASON INCORPORATED DEERE & CO
Jaeger; MAGNETI MARELLI HOLDING SPA Johnson Controls-Saft Advanced Power Solutions;
Jaguar; ARCTIC CAT INC JOHNSON CONTROLS INC
Jaguar; TATA MOTORS LIMITED Johnson Truck Bodies; CARLISLE COMPANIES INC
Jaguar of Tampa; ELDER AUTOMOTIVE GROUP Jordan Commons; LARRY H MILLER GROUP
Jaguar of Troy; ELDER AUTOMOTIVE GROUP Jordan Fleet Sales; JORDAN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
Jamboree; FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES INC Junjie; BRILLIANCE CHINA AUTOMOTIVE
Jammer; GLOBAL MOTORSPORT GROUP INC HOLDINGS LIMITED
Janesville Acoustics; JASON INCORPORATED K.E. Protec Co.; KANTO AUTO WORKS LTD
Jantas Aliminyum Jant Sanayi ve Ticaret A.S.; HAYES K.F. Service Co.; KANTO AUTO WORKS LTD
LEMMERZ INTERNATIONAL INC Kansei Corporation; CALSONIC KANSEI
Jardine Matheson Group; JARDINE CYCLE AND CORPORATION
CARRIAGE Kanto Automobile Corporation; KANTO AUTO
Jay Feather; JAYCO INC WORKS LTD
Jay Flight; JAYCO INC Kanto Kosan Co.; KANTO AUTO WORKS LTD
Jay Series; JAYCO INC Kanto Shoji Co.; KANTO AUTO WORKS LTD
Jayco Travel Club; JAYCO INC KeeperII; EAGLEPICHER CORPORATION
Jeep; CHRYSLER LLC Kelley Chevrolet; KELLEY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
Jeep; CHRYSLER CANADA INC Kelley’s Kids’ Club; KELLEY AUTOMOTIVE
Jeep Grand Cherokee; CHRYSLER LLC GROUP
Jerr-Dan; OSHKOSH CORPORATION Kelly; GOODYEAR TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY
Jet Ski; KAWASAKI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD (THE)
Jetstream; FEDERAL SIGNAL CORP Kelly Armorsteel KRH; GOODYEAR TIRE &
Jetta; VOLKSWAGEN AG RUBBER COMPANY (THE)
Jetzon Tire; TREADWAYS CORP Kenmore; SEARS HOLDINGS CORPORATION
Jiefang; FIRST AUTOMOTIVE GROUP Kenworth Truck Company; PACCAR INC
CORPORATION Kevlar; E I DU PONT DE NEMOURS & CO
Jiffy Lube International; LUCOR INC (DUPONT)
Jim Lupient Infiniti of Golden Valley; LUPIENT Key Automotive Group; KEY PLASTICS LLC
AUTOMOTIVE GROUP Keystone Automotive Industries Inc; LKQ CORP
JinBei; BRILLIANCE CHINA AUTOMOTIVE Keystone RV Company; THOR INDUSTRIES INC
HOLDINGS LIMITED KHI Middle East FZE; KAWASAKI HEAVY
JJF Management Services, Inc.; RENT-A-WRECK OF INDUSTRIES LTD
AMERICA INC Kia Motors Corp.; HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY
JLL Partners; MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES Kinetic; TENNECO INC
INTERNATIONAL Kingpin; POLARIS INDUSTRIES INC
JM Lexus; JM FAMILY ENTERPRISES KJZZ; LARRY H MILLER GROUP
JM Lexus Certified Pre-Owned Superstore; JM FAMILY KKR & Co LP (Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co);
ENTERPRISES STANADYNE CORPORATION
JM Service Center (JMSC); JM FAMILY Klassika; AVTOVAZ OAO
ENTERPRISES Kleber; COMPAGNIE GENERALE DES
JM&A Group; JM FAMILY ENTERPRISES ETABLISSEMENTS MICHELIN
JMsolutions; JM FAMILY ENTERPRISES KLQ Corporation; KEYSTONE AUTOMOTIVE
Joe Rizza Ford; RIZZA AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INDUSTRIES INC
Joe Rizza Porsche; RIZZA AUTOMOTIVE GROUP Kmart Holding Corporation; SEARS HOLDINGS
John Deere; DEERE & CO CORPORATION
John Deere Agricultural Holdings, Inc.; DEERE & CO Koito Czech S.R.O.; KOITO MANUFACTURING CO
John Deere Commercial Worksite Products, Inc.; DEERE LTD
& CO Koito Europe NV; KOITO MANUFACTURING CO
John Deere Construction & Forestry Company; DEERE & LTD
CO Koito Kyushu Ltd.; KOITO MANUFACTURING CO
John Deere Construction Holdings, Inc.; DEERE & CO LTD
John Deere Credit Company; DEERE & CO Kolbenschmidt Pierburg; RHEINMETALL AG
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Kold King; SUPREME INDUSTRIES INC LDI Ltd., LLC; FINISHMASTER INC
Komatsu Astra Finance; PT ASTRA INTERNATIONAL LDM Technologies; PLASTECH ENGINEERED
TBK PRODUCTS
Kontos Kommentary; ADESA INC Lead Manager Customer Central; COBALT GROUP
Koons Tyson’s Toyota; JIM KOONS AUTOMOTIVE (THE)
COMPANIES INC LeadCall; AUTOBYTEL INC
Korando; SSANGYONG MOTOR CO Lee; GOODYEAR TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY
Kountry Aire; NEWMAR CORP (THE)
Kryptonite; INGERSOLL-RAND COMPANY LendingTree Loans; LENDINGTREE LLC
LIMITED Leon; SEAT SA
KS Aluminium-Technologie AG; KOLBENSCHMIDT L'Equipeur; CANADIAN TIRE CORP LTD
PIERBURG AG Lexus; TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION
KS Aluminum-Technologie AG; RHEINMETALL AG Lexus; GULF STATES TOYOTA INC
KS Gleitlager GmbH; KOLBENSCHMIDT PIERBURG Lexus Financial Services; TOYOTA MOTOR CREDIT
AG CORP
KS Gleitlager GmbH; RHEINMETALL AG LifeCar; MORGAN MOTOR COMPANY (THE)
KS Kolbenschmidt; RHEINMETALL AG Lifecycle Optimization Tools; DONLEN
KS Kolbenschmidt GmbH; KOLBENSCHMIDT CORPORATION
PIERBURG AG Light Vehicle Systems; ARVINMERITOR INC
KSS-ABHISHEK Safety Systems Pvt., Ltd.; KEY Linamar Corp; MCLAREN PERFORMANCE
SAFETY SYSTEMS INC TECHNOLOGIES
Kubao; BRILLIANCE CHINA AUTOMOTIVE Lincoln; FORD MOTOR COMPANY OF CANADA
HOLDINGS LIMITED Lincoln Mercury; FORD MOTOR CO
Kumho Asiana Group; KUMHO TIRE CO LTD Lincoln Mercury Autocare; HOMETOWN AUTO
Kyron; SSANGYONG MOTOR CO RETAILERS INC
L2 Auto; LITHIA MOTORS INC Lingualcare; 3M COMPANY
La Casera; STELLICAN LTD Linsalata Capital Partners; LUND INTERNATIONAL
Lacetti; GM DAEWOO AUTO AND TECHNOLOGY INC
CO Lithium Energy Japan; MITSUBISHI MOTORS CORP
Lacks Trim Systems, Inc.; LACKS ENTERPRISES INC Loan-a-Tool; AUTOZONE INC
Lacks Wheel Trim Systems, Inc.; LACKS Locate by LoJack; LOJACK CORP
ENTERPRISES INC Locknetics; INGERSOLL-RAND COMPANY
Lacy Diversified Industries; LDI LTD LIMITED
LADA 110; AVTOVAZ OAO Loegering; ASV INC
LADA KALINA; AVTOVAZ OAO LoJack Early Warning Recovery System; LOJACK
LADA Niva; AVTOVAZ OAO CORP
LADA Samara; AVTOVAZ OAO LoJack for Laptops; LOJACK CORP
Lagonda; ASTON MARTIN LAGONDA LTD LoJack Stolen Vehicle Recovery System; LOJACK
Lamborghini; AUDI AG CORP
Lamborghini; VOLKSWAGEN AG Long; DANA HOLDINGS CORPORATION
Lamborghini; VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF Lotus Cars Ltd.; GROUP LOTUS PLC
AMERICA INC Lotus Cars USA, Inc.; GROUP LOTUS PLC
Lamborghini ArtiMarca S.p.A.; AUTOMOBILI Lotus Elise; PROTON HOLDINGS BERHAD
LAMBORGHINI HOLDING SPA Lotus Engineering, Inc.; GROUP LOTUS PLC
Land Rover; TATA MOTORS LIMITED Lotus Exige; PROTON HOLDINGS BERHAD
Land Rover of Lakeside; ELDER AUTOMOTIVE Lotus Lightweight Structures; GROUP LOTUS PLC
GROUP Lovat, Inc.; CATERPILLAR INC
Landaulet; MAYBACH LR3; LAND ROVER
Landrover of Honolulu; FLETCHER JONES Lund Truck Accessories; LUND INTERNATIONAL
MANAGEMENT GROUP INC INC
Lands’ End; SEARS HOLDINGS CORPORATION Lupient Bothun Chrysler of Eau Claire; LUPIENT
Lane Change Assistant; HELLA KGAA HUECK & CO. AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
Laramie Tire; TREADWAYS CORP Lupient Brooklyn Park Imports; LUPIENT
Lay-Mor; COLLINS INDUSTRIES INC AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
Layton; SKYLINE CORPORATION
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Lupient Chevrolet of Bloomington; LUPIENT Matasys Building Management System; JOHNSON


AUTOMOTIVE GROUP CONTROLS INC
Lupient Viking Buick Pontiac GMC Nissan; LUPIENT Materia; DAIHATSU MOTOR CO LTD
AUTOMOTIVE GROUP Matiz; GM DAEWOO AUTO AND TECHNOLOGY
MAACO Collision Repair & Auto Painting Centers; CO
MAACO ENTERPRISES INC Matra Automobile Engineering; PININFARINA SPA
MacAndrews & Forbes Holdings; AM GENERAL LLC Matra Development; PININFARINA SPA
MacDermid Offset Printing Blankets; TRELLEBORG Matsushita Electric Industrial Co Ltd; PANASONIC EV
AB ENERGY CO LTD
Machine Tool & Gear, Inc.; NEWCOR INC Maxi-Seal; PETERSON MANUFACTURING CO
Mack Canada, Inc.; MACK TRUCKS INC MAXUS; GAZ GROUP
Mack Trucks Australia; MACK TRUCKS INC MaxxForce; NAVISTAR INC
Mack Trucks, Inc.; AB VOLVO Maybach; MERCEDES-BENZ USA LLC
Magee Rieter Automotive Systems; RIETER HOLDING Maybach Car Demonstrator; MAYBACH
LTD Maybach-Manufaktur; MAYBACH
Magna; COUNTRY COACH LLC Maysteel; EAGLE OTTAWA LEATHER COMPANY
Magna Donnelly Corp.; MAGNA INTERNATIONAL LLC
INC Mazda 6; MAZDA MOTOR CORPORATION
Magna Donnelly Electronics; MAGNA DONNELLY Mazda 626; AUTOALLIANCE INTERNATIONAL
Magna Electronics; MAGNA INTERNATIONAL INC INC
Magneti Marelli; FIAT SPA Mazda American Credit; FORD MOTOR CREDIT CO
Mahindra International LLC; NAVISTAR Mazda Motor Corporation; MAZDA NORTH
INTERNATIONAL CORP AMERICAN OPERATIONS
Main Stream; GULF STREAM COACH INC Mazda Motor Corporation; AUTOALLIANCE
Major Dealer Group; MAJOR AUTOMOTIVE INTERNATIONAL INC
COMPANIES INC Mazda Motor Corporation; FORD MOTOR CO
Major World; MAJOR AUTOMOTIVE COMPANIES Mazda MX-6; AUTOALLIANCE INTERNATIONAL
INC INC
MajorWorld.com; MAJOR AUTOMOTIVE Mazda North American Operations; MAZDA NORTH
COMPANIES INC AMERICAN OPERATIONS
Malcolm Smith Racing; LDI LTD Mazda Research & Development of North America;
Malibu; SKYLINE CORPORATION MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS
Mallard; FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES INC Mazda Systems Services of North America; MAZDA
Manufacture Francaise des Pneumatiques Michelin; NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS
COMPAGNIE GENERALE DES ETABLISSEMENTS MAZDASPEED; MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN
MICHELIN OPERATIONS
Maranello; FERRARI SPA MBFG, Inc.; RENT-A-WRECK OF AMERICA INC
Marangoni Meccanica; MARANGONI SPA McDavid Performance Center; DAVID MCDAVID
Marangoni Pneumatici; MARANGONI SPA AUTO GROUP
Marangoni Tread; MARANGONI SPA McGraw Hill Cos., Inc.; JD POWER & ASSOCIATES
Marauder; SUZUKI MOTOR CORPORATION MCI D4005; MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES
Marina Power Lighting; EATON CORP INTERNATIONAL
Marinemax Inc; VT INC MCI D4505; MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES
Mark's Work Wearhouse; CANADIAN TIRE CORP INTERNATIONAL
LTD MCI E4500; MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES
Maruti 800; MARUTI SUZUKI INDIA LIMITED INTERNATIONAL
Maruti Driving School; MARUTI SUZUKI INDIA MCI J4500; MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES
LIMITED INTERNATIONAL
Maruti Suzuki India, Ltd.; SUZUKI MOTOR MCM Energy Service Company; MAZDA MOTOR
CORPORATION CORPORATION
Maryland Automobile Dealers Association; SHEEHY McNeilus; OSHKOSH CORPORATION
AUTO STORES Media Tracker; COBALT GROUP (THE)
Maserati; FIAT SPA Medtec; OSHKOSH CORPORATION
Maserati S.p.A.; FERRARI SPA Megaplex 12; LARRY H MILLER GROUP
Master-Pro; O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE INC
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Mega-Tron; INTERSTATE BATTERY SYSTEM OF Mitsubishi Motors Credit of America, Inc.; MITSUBISHI
AMERICA MOTORS CORP
MEGTEC Systems, Inc.; SEQUA CORP Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.; MITSUBISHI
Meisenzahl Auto Parts; HAHN AUTOMOTIVE MOTORS CORP
WAREHOUSE INC MMSK Corporation; MITSUBISHI MOTORS CORP
Mercedes-Benz; DAIMLER AG Model S; TESLA MOTORS INC
Mercedes-Benz Cars; SMART GMBH Modine Aftermarket Holdings; PROLIANCE
Mercedes-Benz Financial Services Canada; MERCEDES- INTERNATIONAL INC
BENZ CREDIT CORPORATION Mod-U-Kraf; COACHMEN INDUSTRIES INC
Mercedes-Benz Group; MAYBACH Moduvan; COLLINS INDUSTRIES INC
Mercedes-Benz National Apprentice Programme; MOMO; KEY SAFETY SYSTEMS INC
RYGOR GROUP LTD Monaco; MONACO COACH CORP
Mercedes-Benz of Manhattan; MERCEDES-BENZ USA Monarch; AMERICAN TIRE DISTRIBUTORS
LLC Monaro; GM HOLDEN LTD
Mercedes-Benz Service Corp.; MERCEDES-BENZ USA Monro Muffler Brake & Service; MONRO MUFFLER
LLC BRAKE INC
Mercedes-Benz Visa; MERCEDES-BENZ CREDIT Monro Service Corporation; MONRO MUFFLER
CORPORATION BRAKE INC
Mercedez Benz of Chicago; FLETCHER JONES Monster; DUCATI MOTOR HOLDING SPA
MANAGEMENT GROUP INC Montiac SA de CV; MONTUPET SA
Mercury Cougar; AUTOALLIANCE Montupet Limited; MONTUPET SA
INTERNATIONAL INC Montupet UK Ltd.; MONTUPET SA
Meridian; WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES INC Mopar; CHRYSLER LLC
Metal Injection Molding (MIM); NIPPON PISTON Mopar; CHRYSLER CANADA INC
RING CO LTD Morgan Corporation; JB POINDEXTER & CO INC
Metalex; JASON INCORPORATED Morgan Olson; JB POINDEXTER & CO INC
Metalsa S. de R.L.; TOWER AUTOMOTIVE LLC Morse Gemini; BORGWARNER INC
Metro Mechanical, Inc.; JOHNSON CONTROLS INC Motherson Sumi Systems Limited; CALSONIC KANSEI
Metromaster; UTILIMASTER CORP CORPORATION
MG Shield; TOKAI RIKA CO LTD Motion Industries, Inc.; GENUINE PARTS COMPANY
Mianyang Xinchen Engine Co., Ltd.; BRILLIANCE motionindustries.com; GENUINE PARTS COMPANY
CHINA AUTOMOTIVE HOLDINGS LIMITED Moto Guzzi; PIAGGIO & C SPA
Miata; MAZDA MOTOR CORPORATION Motorcraft; FORD MOTOR CO
MIC Group; JB POINDEXTER & CO INC Motori Marini Lamborghini S.p.A.; AUTOMOBILI
Micro-Bird; BLUE BIRD CORPORATION LAMBORGHINI HOLDING SPA
Micron Holdings, Inc.; AUTOCAM CORPORATION Motormite; DORMAN PRODUCTS INC
Mid Bus Corporation; COLLINS INDUSTRIES INC motorplace.com; COBALT GROUP (THE)
Midas International Corporation; MIDAS INC Mountain Aire; NEWMAR CORP
Midas Realty Corp.; MIDAS INC MovinCool; DENSO CORPORATION
Mikron; GEORG FISCHER LTD MPI; DORMAN PRODUCTS INC
Mile High Auto Imports; BRAMAN MANAGEMENT MPV; MAZDA MOTOR CORPORATION
ASSOCIATION Mr. Tire; MONRO MUFFLER BRAKE INC
Miller Motorsports Park; LARRY H MILLER GROUP MS Motor Systems International GmbH;
Milsco Manufacturing Company; JASON RHEINMETALL AG
INCORPORATED MSI Motor Service International GmbH;
MINI; BMW (BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE KOLBENSCHMIDT PIERBURG AG
AG) MU-7; ISUZU MOTORS LTD
MINI; BMW OF NORTH AMERICA LLC Muffler Warehouse; CARQUEST CORP
Minnesota Bearing Company; APPLIED INDUSTRIAL MULE; KAWASAKI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD
TECHNOLOGIES INC Multi-Mile; TBC CORPORATION
MiSupplierConnect; GENUINE PARTS COMPANY Multistrada; DUCATI MOTOR HOLDING SPA
Mitsubishi Corporation (Korea) Ltd.; MITSUBISHI Murcielago; AUTOMOBILI LAMBORGHINI
MOTORS CORP HOLDING SPA
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation; Musa Motors Group; INCHCAPE PLC
MITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA INC Musso; SSANGYONG MOTOR CO
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MV Agusta Group; HARLEY-DAVIDSON INC Nissan Diesel Package Co., Ltd.; NISSAN DIESEL
myride.com; AUTOBYTEL INC MOTOR CO LTD
Mythos; MARANGONI SPA Nissan Diesel R&D Corporation; NISSAN DIESEL
Nanjing Valeo Clutch Company; VALEO MOTOR CO LTD
Nanjing Yuejin Auto Brake System Co., Ltd.; BREMBO Nissan Forklift Europe B.V.; NISSAN MOTOR CO LTD
SPA Nissan Logistics Corp.; NISSAN MOTOR CO LTD
Nano; TATA MOTORS LIMITED Nissan Mexicana, S.A. de C.V.; NISSAN NORTH
Nanoproduct Corporation; PPG INDUSTRIES INC AMERICA INC
NAPA (National Automotive Parts Association); Nissan Motor Acceptance Corp.; NISSAN NORTH
GENUINE PARTS COMPANY AMERICA INC
National; FEDERAL MOGUL CORP Nissan Motor Co Ltd; NISSAN SHATAI CO LTD
National Car Rental; VANGUARD CAR RENTAL USA Nissan Motor Co Ltd; CALSONIC KANSEI
INC CORPORATION
National Car Rental; ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR Nissan Motor Co Ltd; RENAULT SA
National R.V., Inc.; NATIONAL RV HOLDINGS INC Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.; NISSAN NORTH AMERICA
National Tire & Battery; TBC CORPORATION INC
Navistar Financial Corp.; NAVISTAR Nissan Motor Philippines; YULON MOTOR CO LTD
INTERNATIONAL CORP Nissan North America Inc; NISSAN MOTOR CO LTD
Navistar International Corporation; NAVISTAR INC Nissan Technical Center North America; NISSAN
Navistar, Inc.; NAVISTAR INTERNATIONAL CORP NORTH AMERICA INC
Neaton Auto Products MFG, Inc.; NIHON PLAST CO Nissan Trading Corp.; NISSAN NORTH AMERICA
LTD INC
Neaton Rome Inc; NIHON PLAST CO LTD Nissan-Renault; NISSAN MOTOR CO LTD
Neighborhood Market; WAL-MART STORES INC Nitra; COBALT GROUP (THE)
Nelson Education; OMERS CAPITAL PARTNERS Nitto Tire Canada, Inc.; TOYO TIRE & RUBBER CO
INC LTD
New Earl Scheib Paint and Body Shop; EARL SCHEIB Noble Advanced Technologies; NOBLE
INC INTERNATIONAL LTD
NewCarTestDrive.com; INTERNET BRANDS INC Nogent-Laigneville; MONTUPET SA
Newcor Bay City Division; NEWCOR INC Nokia Corporation; NAVTEQ CORPORATION
Newsunshine; SAIC-GM-WULING AUTOMOBILE Nomad; SKYLINE CORPORATION
COMPANY Norba; OSHKOSH CORPORATION
NHK Spring Co., Ltd.; SANLUIS CORPORACION Nordisk Aviation Products; TELEFLEX INC
SAB DE CV North American Lighting, Inc.; KOITO
Niehoff; STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS INC MANUFACTURING CO LTD
Nifty Products, Inc.; LUND INTERNATIONAL INC Northridge Scion; HITCHCOCK AUTOMOTIVE
Night Vision Safety (NVS) Mirror; GENTEX GROUP
CORPORATION Northridge Toyota; HITCHCOCK AUTOMOTIVE
Nightwatcher; PETERSON MANUFACTURING CO GROUP
Nihon Kaken Co., Ltd.; NIHON PLAST CO LTD NP Service Co., Ltd.; NIHON PLAST CO LTD
Nihon Plast (Zhongshan) Co., Ltd.; NIHON PLAST CO NPC, Inc.; TRELLEBORG AB
LTD NPR Manufacturing Kentucky, LLC; NIPPON PISTON
Nihon Plast Mexicana S.A de C.V.; NIHON PLAST CO RING CO LTD
LTD NPR Manufacturing Michigan, LLC; NIPPON PISTON
Ningbo Yuming Machinery Industrial Co.; BRILLIANCE RING CO LTD
CHINA AUTOMOTIVE HOLDINGS LIMITED NPR of America, Inc.; NIPPON PISTON RING CO
Nippon Sheet Glass; PILKINGTON PLC LTD
Nissan Canada Finance; NISSAN NORTH AMERICA Nüral; FEDERAL MOGUL CORP
INC NuVinci; ATC TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION
Nissan Canada, Inc.; NISSAN NORTH AMERICA INC NU-WAY Auto Parts; HAHN AUTOMOTIVE
Nissan Design America; NISSAN MOTOR CO LTD WAREHOUSE INC
Nissan Diesel America, Inc.; NISSAN DIESEL MOTOR Oaktree Capital Management; TI AUTOMOTIVE
CO LTD OccuSense; LEAR CORP
Nissan Diesel Motor Co., Ltd.; NISSAN NORTH Officine Meccaniche GNL SpA; TRELLEBORG AB
AMERICA INC
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Officine Meccaniche Industriali; INGERSOLL-RAND Ozark Automotive Distributors, Inc.; O'REILLY


COMPANY LIMITED AUTOMOTIVE INC
Ohio Ball Bearing Company (The); APPLIED P.T. Nihon Plast Indonesia P.T.; NIHON PLAST CO
INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGIES INC LTD
Omnispark; O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE INC P.T. Sugity Creatives Co., Ltd.; TOYOTA AUTO BODY
Onan; CUMMINS INC CO LTD
OneCall Complete Care; MACK TRUCKS INC PACCAR Financial Services; PACCAR INC
OnGuard; ARVINMERITOR INC PACCAR International; PACCAR INC
OnStar Corporation; GENERAL MOTORS CORP PACCAR Parts; PACCAR INC
(GM) Pace Arrow; FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES INC
OnStar Hands-Free Calling; ONSTAR CORPORATION Pacifica; NATIONAL RV HOLDINGS INC
OnStation; COBALT GROUP (THE) Pacifica Group; ROBERT BOSCH GMBH
Ontario Venture Capital Fund; OMERS CAPITAL PacLease; PACCAR INC
PARTNERS INC PAL Publications; CENGAGE LEARNING
OOO Concord; INCHCAPE PLC Panamera; PORSCHE AUTOMOBIL HOLDING SE
OOO Hino Motors Sales; HINO MOTORS LTD Panasonic Automotive Systems of America;
OOO Orgtekhstroy (OTS); INCHCAPE PLC PANASONIC EV ENERGY CO LTD
Opel Astra T-3000; AVTOVAZ OAO Panasonic Corporation of North America; PANASONIC
Optera; MAGNA DONNELLY EV ENERGY CO LTD
Optima; KIA MOTORS CORPORATION PanoramicVision; MAGNA DONNELLY
Optima; JOHNSON CONTROLS INC Panther; ARCTIC CAT INC
Optimizer 6500; AM GENERAL LLC PAR North America; KAR HOLDINGS INC
Optimpo K715; HANKOOK TIRE CO LTD Parish; DANA HOLDINGS CORPORATION
Orbital Combustion Process; ORBITAL Park-Ohio Industries, Inc.; PARK-OHIO HOLDINGS
CORPORATION LTD CORP
O'Reilly Auto Parts; O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE INC Partial Zero Emission Vehicle (PZEV); VOLVO CAR
Orion; DEI HOLDINGS INC CORPORATION
Orusiman Lincoln Mercury Ford; OURISMAN Partnership Marketing Group; ALLSTATE
AUTOMOTIVE ENTERPRISES CORPORATION (THE)
Osborn International; JASON INCORPORATED Parts Holding, LLC; UNI-SELECT INC
Oshawa Service Parts Operations; GENERAL MOTORS Parts Plus; UNI-SELECT INC
OF CANADA LTD PartSource; CANADIAN TIRE CORP LTD
Oshkosh; OSHKOSH CORPORATION Passat; VOLKSWAGEN AG
Oshkosh Truck Corporation; OSHKOSH PassionFord.com; INTERNET BRANDS INC
CORPORATION Patrafour; KANTO AUTO WORKS LTD
Ourisman Chantilly Scion; OURISMAN Patrol Safari; NISSAN SHATAI CO LTD
AUTOMOTIVE ENTERPRISES Payen; FEDERAL MOGUL CORP
Ourisman Chevrolet; OURISMAN AUTOMOTIVE PAZ; GAZ GROUP
ENTERPRISES Pedestrian Protection Airbag; AUTOLIV INC
Ourisman Dodge; OURISMAN AUTOMOTIVE PEKM Kabeltechnik s.r.o.; COMMERCIAL VEHICLE
ENTERPRISES GROUP INC (CVG)
Ourisman Honda; OURISMAN AUTOMOTIVE Pennsylvania Auto Dealers’ Exchange; ADESA INC
ENTERPRISES Penske Automotive Group; PENSKE CORPORATION
Ourisman Jeep; OURISMAN AUTOMOTIVE Penske Automotive Group Inc; SYTNER GROUP PLC
ENTERPRISES Penske Automotive Group Inc; SMART GMBH
Ourisman Toyota; OURISMAN AUTOMOTIVE Penske Corporation; PENSKE AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
ENTERPRISES INC
Ourisman Volkswagen; OURISMAN AUTOMOTIVE Penske Logistics; PENSKE CORPORATION
ENTERPRISES Penske Motor Group; PENSKE CORPORATION
Outback; FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD (SUBARU) Penske Truck Leasing; PENSKE CORPORATION
Outlander; MITSUBISHI MOTORS CORP Penske Truck Leasing Co.; PENSKE AUTOMOTIVE
Outlook; SATURN CORP GROUP INC
Outlook; WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES INC Pep Boys Express; PEP BOYS-MANNY MOE & JACK
Oxford Automotive; WAGON PLC (THE)
Oxford Life Insurance Company; AMERCO
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Pep Boys Service and Tire Center; PEP BOYS-MANNY Pontiac Grand Prix; GENERAL MOTORS OF
MOE & JACK (THE) CANADA LTD
Pep Boys Supercenter; PEP BOYS-MANNY MOE & Pontiac Torrent; CAMI AUTOMOTIVE INC
JACK (THE) Pontiac Vibe; NEW UNITED MOTOR
Perfection Equipment Inc; RUSH ENTERPRISES INC MANUFACTURING INC
Permaglide; KOLBENSCHMIDT PIERBURG AG Pony Xpress, Inc.; SUPREME INDUSTRIES INC
Perry Equipment Corporation; CLARCOR INC Porsche Cars North America; PORSCHE AUTOMOBIL
Peterbilt Carolina Inc; RUSH ENTERPRISES INC HOLDING SE
Peterbilt Motors; PACCAR INC Porsche of Fremont; FLETCHER JONES
Peugeot; PSA PEUGEOT CITROEN SA MANAGEMENT GROUP INC
Peugeot Citroen Moteurs; PSA PEUGEOT CITROEN Porter; PIAGGIO & C SPA
SA Posi-Track; ASV INC
Peugeot Motocycles; PSA PEUGEOT CITROEN SA Potamkin Automotive Group; POTAMKIN
PGT Photonics; PIRELLI AND C SPA AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
Phantom; ROLLS ROYCE MOTOR CAR LIMITED Powell; 3M COMPANY
Pheasant Run; SPITZER MANAGEMENT INC PowerSearch Complete; COBALT GROUP (THE)
Phil Long Collision Repair Center; PHIL LONG Powertrain Integration, LLC; FUEL SYSTEMS
DEALERSHIPS INC SOLUTIONS INC
Photowatt Technologies, Inc.; ATS AUTOMATION PowerVolt; INTERSTATE BATTERY SYSTEM OF
TOOLING SYSTEMS INC AMERICA
Picanto; KIA MOTORS CORPORATION Precision Coatings, Inc.; EARL SCHEIB INC
PICTORICO; ASAHI GLASS COMPANY LIMITED Precision Engine Products Corp.; GENTEK INC
Picture Map International; NAVTEQ CORPORATION Precision Products; STANADYNE CORPORATION
Pierburg GmbH; KOLBENSCHMIDT PIERBURG AG Precision Propeller, Inc.; YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD
Pierburg Gmbh; RHEINMETALL AG Precoat Metals; SEQUA CORP
Pierce; OSHKOSH CORPORATION Presidential; MAACO ENTERPRISES INC
Pik-A-Nut; DORMAN PRODUCTS INC Prestige Financial Services; LARRY H MILLER
Pilkington Automotive; PILKINGTON PLC GROUP
Pininfarina Deutschland; PININFARINA SPA Prestige Imports; BRAMAN MANAGEMENT
Pininfarina Extra; PININFARINA SPA ASSOCIATION
Pininfarina Studi e Riceerche; PININFARINA SPA Prevost; MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES
Pininfarina Sverige; PININFARINA SPA INTERNATIONAL
Pinnacle; INTERSTATE BATTERY SYSTEM OF Prevost; COUNTRY COACH LLC
AMERICA PRIMUS Financial Services; FORD MOTOR CREDIT
Pinnacle; ATX GROUP INC CO
Pintendre Autos Inc; LKQ CORP Process Conception Ingenierie; PSA PEUGEOT
Pioneer; E I DU PONT DE NEMOURS & CO CITROEN SA
(DUPONT) Process Dynamic; E I DU PONT DE NEMOURS & CO
Piranha; PETERSON MANUFACTURING CO (DUPONT)
Pirelli Tyre; PIRELLI AND C SPA Prodrive Ltd.; ASTON MARTIN LAGONDA LTD
Plastic Omnium; INERGY AUTOMOTIVE Progress Rail Services, Inc.; CATERPILLAR INC
Plastic Omnium Auto Exterior; COMPAGNIE PLASTIC ProTec Plus Self-Aligning Head Restraint; LEAR CORP
OMNIUM Protect-A-Shine; ZIEBART INTERNATIONAL CORP
Plastic Omnium Environment; COMPAGNIE PLASTIC Proton Holdings Berhad; GROUP LOTUS PLC
OMNIUM Prowler; FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES INC
Plastic-Plate, Inc.; LACKS ENTERPRISES INC Prudential Capital Group; GMAC FINANCIAL
Plastronics Plus, Inc.; NEWCOR INC SERVICES
Platinum Chrome; LACKS ENTERPRISES INC PSA Peugeot Citroen; TI AUTOMOTIVE
PLN; SAIC-GM-WULING AUTOMOBILE P-Series; GREAT DANE LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
COMPANY PSN; SAIC-GM-WULING AUTOMOBILE
PM; PETERSON MANUFACTURING CO COMPANY
Pneusmarket; MARANGONI SPA PT Astra Agro Lestari; PT ASTRA INTERNATIONAL
Polk Audio; DEI HOLDINGS INC TBK
Polybottle Group (The); ABC GROUP PT Astra International Tbk; JARDINE CYCLE AND
CARRIAGE
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PT Astratel Nusantara; PT ASTRA INTERNATIONAL Renault-Nissan B.V.; RENAULT SA


TBK Renco Group (The); AM GENERAL LLC
PT Intertel Nusaperdana; PT ASTRA Rental Car Finance Corp.; DOLLAR THRIFTY
INTERNATIONAL TBK AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC
PT Sedaya Multi Investama; PT ASTRA Renu-A-Shine; ZIEBART INTERNATIONAL CORP
INTERNATIONAL TBK Repauno Products, LLC; GENTEK INC
PT United Tractors Tbk; PT ASTRA Replacement Parts Depot Limited; UNI-SELECT INC
INTERNATIONAL TBK Republic Western Insurance Company; AMERCO
Puente Hills Scion; HITCHCOCK AUTOMOTIVE Residential Capital LLC (ResCap); GMAC FINANCIAL
GROUP SERVICES
Puente Hills Toyota; HITCHCOCK AUTOMOTIVE Resilience Capital Partners; LUND INTERNATIONAL
GROUP INC
PunctureGuard; GREAT DANE LIMITED RevTech; GLOBAL MOTORSPORT GROUP INC
PARTNERSHIP Rexair; REXHALL INDUSTRIES INC
Purflux; SOGEFI SPA Rexhall Parts Store; REXHALL INDUSTRIES INC
Purolator; CLARCOR INC Rexton; SSANGYONG MOTOR CO
Q7; AUDI AG Rheinmetall AG; KOLBENSCHMIDT PIERBURG AG
Q7; AUDI OF AMERICA INC Rhenum Metall AG; GEORG FISCHER LTD
QC Bearing Company; WANXIANG AMERICA Rhino; YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD
CORPORATION Ricart Aviation Sales; RICART AUTOMOTIVE INC
QC Bearing Company; WANXIANG GROUP Ricart Cares; RICART AUTOMOTIVE INC
CORPORATION Ricart Chevrolet; RICART AUTOMOTIVE INC
QC Driveline Company; WANXIANG AMERICA Ricart Credit Solutions; RICART AUTOMOTIVE INC
CORPORATION Ricart Ford; RICART AUTOMOTIVE INC
QC Driveline Company; WANXIANG GROUP Ricart Imports; RICART AUTOMOTIVE INC
CORPORATION Ricart RV Land; RICART AUTOMOTIVE INC
QEK Global Solutions; PENSKE CORPORATION RICOR Inertia Active System; EDELBROCK
QuadBoss; LDI LTD CORPORATION
Quality Built to Last; MOTORCAR PARTS OF Rieter Asia; RIETER HOLDING LTD
AMERICA INC Rieter Automotive India; RIETER HOLDING LTD
Quality Fleet and Truck Centers; EARL SCHEIB INC Rieter Automotive Systems; RIETER HOLDING LTD
Quargo; PIAGGIO & C SPA Rieter Textile Systems; RIETER HOLDING LTD
Quattro; AUDI OF AMERICA INC RINGTREAD; MARANGONI SPA
Quattro Gmbh; AUDI AG Rio; KIA MOTORS CORPORATION
Questor Funds; ASC INCORPORATED Riverchase Technologies, LLC; FEDERAL SIGNAL
Rallis India; TATA GROUP CORP
Rallye Motors; PENSKE AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC Rizza Cash; RIZZA AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
Rampage; SKYLINE CORPORATION Rizza Chevy; RIZZA AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
Range Rover; LAND ROVER Rizza Economy Corner; RIZZA AUTOMOTIVE
Range Rover Sport; LAND ROVER GROUP
RANGER; POLARIS INDUSTRIES INC Rizza Rewards; RIZZA AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
RASCAL; SANLUIS CORPORACION SAB DE CV Road Rescue, Inc.; SPARTAN MOTORS INC
Rassini-NHK Autopecas Ltda.; SANLUIS RoadRailer; WABASH NATIONAL CORP
CORPORACION SAB DE CV Roadster; MORGAN MOTOR COMPANY (THE)
RCI Banque; RENAULT SA Robert Bosch Corporation; ROBERT BOSCH GMBH
Ready-Aire; PROLIANCE INTERNATIONAL INC Robert Bosch Stiftlung; ROBERT BOSCH GMBH
Ready-Rad; PROLIANCE INTERNATIONAL INC Robin; FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD (SUBARU)
Recharge-It-All; ZAP Robin Europe Industrial Engine and Equipment; FUJI
Reconditioned Motors & Parts; HOLMAN HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD (SUBARU)
ENTERPRISES Robin Manufacturing U.S.A.; FUJI HEAVY
Regency; GLOBAL MOTORSPORT GROUP INC INDUSTRIES LTD (SUBARU)
Renault Agriculture; RENAULT SA Rochester Gear, Inc.; NEWCOR INC
Renault Minute; RENAULT SA Rockford Powertrain; WANXIANG AMERICA
Renault Samsung Motors; RENAULT SA CORPORATION
Renault Trucks; AB VOLVO
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Rockford Powertrain; WANXIANG GROUP Sahabat Eon Card; EDARAN OTOMOBIL NASIONAL
CORPORATION BERHAD
Rodius/Stavic; SSANGYONG MOTOR CO SAIC; SAIC-GM-WULING AUTOMOBILE
Rolls-Royce; VOLKSWAGEN AG COMPANY
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars; BMW (BAYERISCHE SAIC GM Wuling Automobile Co.; SHANGHAI
MOTOREN WERKE AG) AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY CORP (SAIC)
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars; BMW OF NORTH AMERICA SAIC Motor Corporation, Ltd. (SAIC Motor);
LLC SHANGHAI AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY CORP
Ronningen-Petter; EATON CORP (SAIC)
RoseAir; REXHALL INDUSTRIES INC Saifa-Keller; RIETER HOLDING LTD
Route 66 Automall; SANSONE AUTO NETWORK Saleen Incorporated; ASC INCORPORATED
RR4; ROLLS ROYCE MOTOR CAR LIMITED Saleen Special Vehicles; SALEEN INC
Runflat; BRIDGESTONE CORPORATION Saleen Store (The); SALEEN INC
Rush Equipment Center; RUSH ENTERPRISES INC Saleen/Parnelli Jones Limited Edition Mustang; SALEEN
Rush Truck Center; RUSH ENTERPRISES INC INC
Rush Truck Leasing; RUSH ENTERPRISES INC Salflex Polymer, Ltd.; ABC GROUP
Russ Darrow Leasing; RUSS DARROW GROUP INC Samaritan Wholesale Tire Company; AMERICAN TIRE
Russel Performance; EDELBROCK CORPORATION DISTRIBUTORS
R-Vision; MONACO COACH CORP SAM'S CLUB; WAL-MART STORES INC
RX-8; MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS San Tan Hyundai; EARNHARDT'S AUTO CENTERS
RX-8 Hydrogen RE; MAZDA MOTOR SANLUIS Rassini Brakes; SANLUIS CORPORACION
CORPORATION SAB DE CV
Ryfield; RYBROOK HOLDINGS LIMITED SANLUIS Rassini Suspension Group; SANLUIS
Rygor Commercials, Ltd.; RYGOR GROUP LTD CORPORACION SAB DE CV
Rygor Group Services; RYGOR GROUP LTD Sanscape; REXHALL INDUSTRIES INC
Ryland; RYBROOK HOLDINGS LIMITED Santa Fe; HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY
Ryland Group; RYBROOK HOLDINGS LIMITED Santa Fe; HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
S.P. Richards Company; GENUINE PARTS COMPANY Santa Monica Ford Corp; SANTA MONICA FORD
S281 Mustang; SALEEN INC LINCOLN MERCURY
S331 Sports Truck; SALEEN INC Santee; GLOBAL MOTORSPORT GROUP INC
S40; VOLVO CAR CORPORATION Sarema S.p.A.; STELLICAN LTD
S60; VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA INC Satria; PROTON HOLDINGS BERHAD
S7; SALEEN INC Saturn Corp; GENERAL MOTORS CORP (GM)
S80; VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA INC Saturn of Fort Wayne; KELLEY AUTOMOTIVE
Saab 9-3; SAAB CARS USA INC GROUP
Saab 9-5; SAAB CARS USA INC Sava; GOODYEAR TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY
Saab 9-7X; SAAB CARS USA INC (THE)
Saab Aero X; SAAB CARS USA INC Savvy; PROTON HOLDINGS BERHAD
Saab Automobile AB; SAAB CARS USA INC Scaglietti Programe; FERRARI SPA
Saab Automobile AB; GENERAL MOTORS CORP Scania; VOLKSWAGEN AG
(GM) Scania Assistance; SCANIA AB
Saab Cars Usa Inc; GENERAL MOTORS CORP (GM) Scania Fleet Management; SCANIA AB
Saab Cars USA, Inc.; SAAB AUTOMOBILE AB Scania Irizar PB; SCANIA AB
Saab Expressions; SAAB AUTOMOBILE AB Scania Power Magazine; SCANIA AB
Saab Financial Services Corp.; SAAB CARS USA INC Scania USA, Inc.; SCANIA AB
Saab of Troy; ELDER AUTOMOTIVE GROUP Scania World Magazine; SCANIA AB
Saab Turbo X; SAAB CARS USA INC Scan-Tech; DORMAN PRODUCTS INC
Saab-i Digital Newsletter; SAAB AUTOMOBILE AB Schlage; INGERSOLL-RAND COMPANY LIMITED
SAC Holding Corporation; AMERCO Schreder-Hazemeyer; EATON CORP
SAC Holdings II Corporation; AMERCO Scion; GULF STATES TOYOTA INC
Sadko; GAZ GROUP Scion of Santa Barbara; HITCHCOCK AUTOMOTIVE
Safari; MONACO COACH CORP GROUP
Safe & Sound Plan; ONSTAR CORPORATION S-Class 4Matic; MERCEDES-BENZ USA LLC
Sagard Private Equity Partners; OMERS CAPITAL Scout SC-50; ASV INC
PARTNERS INC Sea Breeze; NATIONAL RV HOLDINGS INC
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Sealeze; JASON INCORPORATED Silver Crown; SUPREME INDUSTRIES INC


Sears Hardware; SEARS HOLDINGS CORPORATION Silver State Tire Company; AMERICAN TIRE
Sears, Roebuck and Co.; SEARS HOLDINGS DISTRIBUTORS
CORPORATION Simoniz; CANADIAN TIRE CORP LTD
SEAT; VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA INC Sinfa SA; CLARCOR INC
SEAT Motor Espana, S.A.; SEAT SA Sirion; DAIHATSU MOTOR CO LTD
Seaview; SKYLINE CORPORATION Sirius Canada, Inc.; SIRIUS XM RADIO INC
Sedona; KIA MOTORS CORPORATION Sixt e-ventures Gmbh; SIXT
Segway Personal Transporter; SEGWAY LLC AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT
Segway Robotic Mobility Platform; SEGWAY LLC Sixt Holiday Cars; SIXT AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT
Seima; MAGNETI MARELLI HOLDING SPA Sixt Leasing AG; SIXT AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT
Select; JAYCO INC SIXTI GmbH; SIXT AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT
SelecTrucks; DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH Skoda; VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA INC
AMERICA LLC Skoda Auto India Private Ltd.; SKODA AUTO AS
Seloc; CENGAGE LEARNING Skoda Auto Polska S.A.; SKODA AUTO AS
Semicon Associates; CERADYNE Skoda Auto Slovensko, s.r.o.; SKODA AUTO AS
Semperit; CONTINENTAL AG SkodaAuto Deutschland GmbH; SKODA AUTO AS
Sensidyne, Inc.; SIEGEL-ROBERT INC SKO-ENERGO, s.r.o.; SKODA AUTO AS
Senyuan International Holdings Limited; EATON CORP Sky; SATURN CORP
Shandong Chengshan Tire Company Ltd.; COOPER Skyjack, Inc.; LINAMAR CORP
TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY Skymark International, Inc.; JOHNSON CONTROLS
Shanghai Automobile Import and Export Corp.; INC
SHANGHAI AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY CORP Smart Borrower Center; LENDINGTREE LLC
(SAIC) Smart Car; ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC
Shanghai Automotive Industry Corp; GM DAEWOO smart center Louisville; SAM SWOPE AUTO GROUP
AUTO AND TECHNOLOGY CO INC
Shanghai Automotive Industry Corp (SAIC); smart fortwo; SMART GMBH
SSANGYONG MOTOR CO smart fortwo cabrio; SMART GMBH
Shanghai General Motors; SHANGHAI AUTOMOTIVE smart fortwo coupe; SMART GMBH
INDUSTRY CORP (SAIC) smart roadster; SMART GMBH
Shanghai Motor Manufacturing Co., Ltd.; SHANGHAI smart USA Distributor LLC; PENSKE AUTOMOTIVE
AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY CORP (SAIC) GROUP INC
Shanghai Volkswagen Automotive Co., Ltd.; smart USA Distributor LLC; SMART GMBH
SHANGHAI AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY CORP SmartBar; AMERICAN AXLE & MANUFACTURING
(SAIC) HOLDINGS INC
Sheehy Markdown; SHEEHY AUTO STORES SmartBeam; GENTEX CORPORATION
Shenyang Brilliance JinBei Automobile Co., Ltd.; SmartInspectSM; GMAC INSURANCE HOLDINGS
BRILLIANCE CHINA AUTOMOTIVE HOLDINGS INC
LIMITED SmartValet; GMAC INSURANCE HOLDINGS INC
Short Bark Industries, LLC; COMMERCIAL VEHICLE SmartWash; VALEO
GROUP INC (CVG) Softail; HARLEY-DAVIDSON INC
ShowerGuard; GUARDIAN INDUSTRIES CORP Softia S.R.L.; BREMBO SPA
SIA BM Auto; INCHCAPE PLC Softlab GmbH; BMW (BAYERISCHE MOTOREN
Siegel-Robert Automotive; SIEGEL-ROBERT INC WERKE AG)
Siemens Canada; SIEMENS AG Solar Turbines; CATERPILLAR INC
Siemens Corporate Technology; SIEMENS AG Solid Service Group; TRELLEBORG AB
Siemens Medical Solutions; SIEMENS AG Solvay; INERGY AUTOMOTIVE
Siemens VDO Automotive; ORBITAL Sonata; HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY
CORPORATION LTD Sonata; HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
Siemens VDO Automotive; SIEMENS AG Sorento; KIA MOTORS CORPORATION
Sigma; TBC CORPORATION Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC; JM FAMILY
SigmaKalon Group; PPG INDUSTRIES INC ENTERPRISES
Signature; MAACO ENTERPRISES INC Southwind; FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES INC
Signature Auto Group; ELDER AUTOMOTIVE Spark; SAIC-GM-WULING AUTOMOBILE
GROUP COMPANY
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Spartan Motors Chassis, Inc.; SPARTAN MOTORS INC Subaru Research and Development, Inc.; FUJI HEAVY
Specialty Manufacturing Group; JB POINDEXTER & INDUSTRIES LTD (SUBARU)
CO INC Sulo Environmental Technology; COMPAGNIE
Spectra; KIA MOTORS CORPORATION PLASTIC OMNIUM
Speed SpA; PIRELLI AND C SPA Sumitomo Corporation; TREADWAYS CORP
SpeeDee; MIDAS INC Sumitomo Tire; TREADWAYS CORP
SPI Distribution; SPECTRA PREMIUM INDUSTRIES Sundiro Honda Motorcycle Co., Ltd.; HONDA MOTOR
INC CO LTD
Spicer; DANA HOLDINGS CORPORATION SunGuard Advanced Architectural Glass; GUARDIAN
Spinelle Metal Finish; LACKS ENTERPRISES INC INDUSTRIES CORP
Spirit; WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES INC Sunshine; SAIC-GM-WULING AUTOMOBILE
Spitzer Collision Center; SPITZER MANAGEMENT COMPANY
INC Superbike; DUCATI MOTOR HOLDING SPA
Spitzer Marinas; SPITZER MANAGEMENT INC Superseal XLT; GREAT DANE LIMITED
Sport Sedan; SAAB AUTOMOBILE AB PARTNERSHIP
Sportclassic; DUCATI MOTOR HOLDING SPA SuperStart; O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE INC
SportCombi; SAAB AUTOMOBILE AB Supreme; MAACO ENTERPRISES INC
SportRack Accessories, Inc.; ADVANCED Supreme Corp.; SUPREME INDUSTRIES INC
ACCESSORY SYSTEMS LLC Supreme Tooling; ABC GROUP
SportRack Automotive, GmbH; ADVANCED Surf Side; NATIONAL RV HOLDINGS INC
ACCESSORY SYSTEMS LLC Suzuki International Europe GmbH; SUZUKI MOTOR
SportRack, LLC; ADVANCED ACCESSORY CORPORATION
SYSTEMS LLC Suzuki Italia S.p.A.; SUZUKI MOTOR
Sportscoach; COACHMEN INDUSTRIES INC CORPORATION
SportTouring; DUCATI MOTOR HOLDING SPA Suzuki Malaysia Automobile Sdn. Bhd.; SUZUKI
Spyker Cars N.V.; GROUP LOTUS PLC MOTOR CORPORATION
Stanadyne Amalgamations Private Limited; Suzuki Motor Corp; GM DAEWOO AUTO AND
STANADYNE CORPORATION TECHNOLOGY CO
Stanadyne S.p.A.; STANADYNE CORPORATION Suzuki Motor Corporation; CAMI AUTOMOTIVE INC
Standard; STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS INC Suzuki Motor Corporation; MARUTI SUZUKI INDIA
StarTrans; SUPREME INDUSTRIES INC LIMITED
State Farm Fire & Casualty Co.; STATE FARM Suzuki Motor Poland SP.Z.O.O.; SUZUKI MOTOR
INSURANCE COMPANIES CORPORATION
State Farm Life & Accident Assurance Co.; STATE SVB Automotores Do Brasil Ltda.; SUZUKI MOTOR
FARM INSURANCE COMPANIES CORPORATION
State Farm Life Insurance Company; STATE FARM Svenska Volkswagen; SCANIA AB
INSURANCE COMPANIES Sweda Group; STELLICAN LTD
Step9; MAGNETI MARELLI HOLDING SPA Swope Advantage; SAM SWOPE AUTO GROUP INC
Step-Tec; GEORG FISCHER LTD SX4; MARUTI SUZUKI INDIA LIMITED
Sterling Autobody Centers; ALLSTATE Synerject LLC; ORBITAL CORPORATION LTD
CORPORATION (THE) Synerject M3 Electronic Control Unit; ORBITAL
Sterling Ford; JIM KOONS AUTOMOTIVE CORPORATION LTD
COMPANIES INC Synflex; EATON CORP
Sterling Trucks; DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH System 3R; GEORG FISCHER LTD
AMERICA LLC TA Delaware; TOWER AUTOMOTIVE LLC
Stoneridge Electronics Europe; STONERIDGE INC Talecris Biotherapeutics; CERBERUS CAPITAL
Stoneridge Electronics North America; STONERIDGE MANAGEMENT LP
INC Talleres Rapidos Centroamericanos TRC, S.A; MIDAS
Stoneridge Hi-Stat Manufacturing; STONERIDGE INC INC
Stoneridge Pollak; STONERIDGE INC Tata Ace; TATA MOTORS LIMITED
S-Type; JAGUAR CARS LTD Tata Advanced Materials; TATA GROUP
Subaru; FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD (SUBARU) Tata Chemicals; TATA GROUP
Subaru of America, Inc.; FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES Tata Consultancy Services (TCS); TATA GROUP
LTD (SUBARU) Tata Daewoo Commercial Vehicles Company; TATA
MOTORS LIMITED
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Tata Group; JAGUAR CARS LTD Thrifty Car Sales, Inc.; DOLLAR THRIFTY
Tata Group; LAND ROVER AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC
Tata Motors Limited; JAGUAR CARS LTD Thrifty Rent-A-Car System, Inc.; DOLLAR THRIFTY
Tata Motors Limited; LAND ROVER AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC
Tata Motors Limited; TATA GROUP Thrifty, Inc.; DOLLAR THRIFTY AUTOMOTIVE
Tata Power; TATA GROUP GROUP INC
Tata Steel; TATA GROUP Thrush; TENNECO INC
Tata Tea; TATA GROUP Thunderbird; FORD MOTOR COMPANY OF
Taurus X; FORD MOTOR CO CANADA
Tautliner; UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURING ThyssenKrupp Presta Fawer (Changchun) Co. Ltd.;
CO FIRST AUTOMOTIVE GROUP CORPORATION
T-Bike; PROTON HOLDINGS BERHAD Tianjin Automotive Xiali Co.; FIRST AUTOMOTIVE
TD Capital; OMERS CAPITAL PARTNERS INC GROUP CORPORATION
Team Saleen; SALEEN INC TianLiMa; KIA MOTORS CORPORATION
Team Toyo; TOYO TIRE & RUBBER CO LTD Tiburon; HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY
TECH-NET Professional Auto Service; CARQUEST Tiburon; HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
CORP Tioga; FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES INC
Technology Partners; TESLA MOTORS INC TIP Trailer Services; GE EQUIPMENT SERVICES
Technology PowerCare; INTERSTATE BATTERY Tire Distribution Systems, Inc.; BRIDGESTONE
SYSTEM OF AMERICA BANDAG LLC
Tecnocar; SOGEFI SPA Tire Kingdom, Inc.; TBC CORPORATION
Teflon; E I DU PONT DE NEMOURS & CO Titagarh Wagons, Ltd.; GE EQUIPMENT SERVICES
(DUPONT) Titan; MAZDA MOTOR CORPORATION
Teksid; FIAT SPA Titan; MILLER INDUSTRIES INC
Teleflex Aerospace Manufacturing Group; GKN PLC Titan Holdings, Inc.; AUTOCAM CORPORATION
Telstar Tire; TREADWAYS CORP Titan Tire Corporations; TITAN INTERNATIONAL
Tenneco Automotive, Inc.; TENNECO INC INC
Tensolite; CARLISLE COMPANIES INC Titan Wheel; TITAN INTERNATIONAL INC
Terex Corp; ASV INC Toledo; SEAT SA
Terion, Inc.; GE EQUIPMENT SERVICES Tom Kelley Buik Pontiac GMC; KELLEY
Terios; DAIHATSU MOTOR CO LTD AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
Tesla Energy Group; TESLA MOTORS INC Tom Kelley Cadillac; KELLEY AUTOMOTIVE
Tesla Roadster; TESLA MOTORS INC GROUP
Teslin; PPG INDUSTRIES INC Tom Kelley Hummer; KELLEY AUTOMOTIVE
TETRAS; KANTO AUTO WORKS LTD GROUP
Texas Market Tire; AMERICAN TIRE Tom Kelley Saab; KELLEY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
DISTRIBUTORS Tomkins plc; STACKPOLE LIMITED COMPANY
Thai Auto Conversion Co., Ltd.; TOYOTA AUTO Torex Retail; CERBERUS CAPITAL MANAGEMENT
BODY CO LTD LP
Thai Koito Company Ltd.; KOITO MANUFACTURING Torque Technology; GKN PLC
CO LTD Torrey Pine; NEWMAR CORP
The Capital Group; JOHNSON CONTROLS INC Touareg; VOLKSWAGEN AG
The Map Network; NAVTEQ CORPORATION Touring; HARLEY-DAVIDSON INC
ThermaCube; GREAT DANE LIMITED Touring Cruiser; POLARIS INDUSTRIES INC
PARTNERSHIP Tourmaster; GULF STREAM COACH INC
Thermo King; INGERSOLL-RAND COMPANY Tower Automotive; CERBERUS CAPITAL
LIMITED MANAGEMENT LP
Thermo Materials; CERADYNE Tower Automotive Inc; TOWER AUTOMOTIVE LLC
ThermoGuard; GREAT DANE LIMITED Tower Automotive Wuhu Ltd.; TOWER
PARTNERSHIP AUTOMOTIVE LLC
Thomas Built Buses; DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH Tower Golden Ring; TOWER AUTOMOTIVE LLC
AMERICA LLC Toyo Tire Europe GmbH; TOYO TIRE & RUBBER CO
Thor Credit Corporation; THOR INDUSTRIES INC LTD
Thrifty Canada, Ltd.; DOLLAR THRIFTY Toyo Tire North America, Inc.; TOYO TIRE &
AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC RUBBER CO LTD
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Toyo Tyre & Rubber Australia Ltd.; TOYO TIRE & TravelCenters of America; DAIMLER TRUCKS
RUBBER CO LTD NORTH AMERICA LLC
Toyota; GULF STATES TOYOTA INC Tread Quarters Discount Tire; MONRO MUFFLER
Toyota Astra Foundation; PT ASTRA BRAKE INC
INTERNATIONAL TBK TreadNet; TREADWAYS CORP
Toyota Auto Body Co Ltd; TOYOTA MOTOR TreadXpress; TREADWAYS CORP
CORPORATION Trenz; LUND INTERNATIONAL INC
Toyota Auto Body Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.; TOYOTA AUTO Tribute; MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN
BODY CO LTD OPERATIONS
Toyota Corolla; NEW UNITED MOTOR Trilogix Electronics Systems, Inc.; DEI HOLDINGS INC
MANUFACTURING INC Troncalli Infiniti; ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
Toyota Financial Services; TOYOTA MOTOR CREDIT INC
CORP Troncalli Nissan; ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
Toyota Group; TOYODA GOSEI CO LTD INC
Toyota Motor Corp.; DENSO CORPORATION Tropi-Cal; NATIONAL RV HOLDINGS INC
Toyota Motor Corporation; HINO MOTORS LTD Trostel, Ltd.; EAGLE OTTAWA LEATHER
Toyota Motor Corporation; TOYOTA AUTO BODY CO COMPANY LLC
LTD Truck Accessories Group; JB POINDEXTER & CO INC
Toyota Motor Corporation; TOYOTA MOTOR Truck Center Hauser GmbH; PACCAR INC
CREDIT CORP Truck Tough; PROLIANCE INTERNATIONAL INC
Toyota Motor Corporation; AISIN SEIKI CO LTD Truck-Lite Co., Inc.; PENSKE CORPORATION
Toyota Motor Corporation; KANTO AUTO WORKS TRW Integrated Chassis Systems, LLC; TRW
LTD AUTOMOTIVE HOLDINGS CORP
Toyota Motor Corporation; NEW UNITED MOTOR TT Coupe; AUDI OF AMERICA INC
MANUFACTURING INC T-Trac; BORGWARNER INC
Toyota Motor Corporation; PANASONIC EV ENERGY Tucker Rocky Distributing; LDI LTD
CO LTD Tunas Ridean; JARDINE CYCLE AND CARRIAGE
Toyota Motor Corporation; TOYODA GOSEI CO LTD Tuscan; HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
Toyota Motor Credit Corp; TOYOTA MOTOR Tustin Auto Mall; TUTTLE-CLICK AUTOMOTIVE
CORPORATION GROUP
Toyota of Santa Barbara; HITCHCOCK Tustin Lexus; DAVID WILSON'S AUTOMOTIVE
AUTOMOTIVE GROUP GROUP
Toyota Racing Development; ORBITAL TvEX; GAZ GROUP
CORPORATION LTD Tysons Chevy-Chrysler; JIM KOONS AUTOMOTIVE
Toyota South Africa (Pty) Ltd.; TOYOTA MOTOR COMPANIES INC
CORPORATION Tyvek; E I DU PONT DE NEMOURS & CO
Toyota Tacoma; NEW UNITED MOTOR (DUPONT)
MANUFACTURING INC UAP, Inc.; GENUINE PARTS COMPANY
TracRite; AMERICAN AXLE & MANUFACTURING UCAL Fuel Systems; ORBITAL CORPORATION LTD
HOLDINGS INC UCI Warehouse Distributors; HAHN AUTOMOTIVE
Trademaster; UTILIMASTER CORP WAREHOUSE INC
Tradewinds; NATIONAL RV HOLDINGS INC UD 1400; NISSAN DIESEL MOTOR CO LTD
Traffic.com, Inc.; NAVTEQ CORPORATION UD Oceania Pty Ltd.; NISSAN DIESEL MOTOR CO
Trail King Industries; CARLISLE COMPANIES INC LTD
Trailer Fleet Services; GE EQUIPMENT SERVICES U-Haul International, Inc.; AMERCO
Trailrider; SKYLINE CORPORATION Ultima; O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE INC
Trane; INGERSOLL-RAND COMPANY LIMITED Ultra LF; BLUE BIRD CORPORATION
Transcraft Corporation; WABASH NATIONAL CORP Ultra LMB; BLUE BIRD CORPORATION
Transportation Resource Partners; AUTOCAM Ultra-Seal; PROLIANCE INTERNATIONAL INC
CORPORATION Umbria, Inc.; JD POWER & ASSOCIATES
Transportation Technologies Industries; ACCURIDE Unipart Automotive; UNIPART GROUP OF
CORPORATION COMPANIES
Transpro, Inc.; PROLIANCE INTERNATIONAL INC Unipart Conference Center; UNIPART GROUP OF
Transwheel Corporation; LKQ CORP COMPANIES
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Unipart Leisure and Marine; UNIPART GROUP OF Vehicle Access Systems Technology (VAST) Alliance;
COMPANIES STRATTEC SECURITY CORP
Unipart Logistics; UNIPART GROUP OF Vehicle Access Systems Technology LLC; STRATTEC
COMPANIES SECURITY CORP
Unipart Manufacturing Group; UNIPART GROUP OF Vehicle Control Access System (VCAS);
COMPANIES UTILIMASTER CORP
Unipart Rail; UNIPART GROUP OF COMPANIES Venture Tape; 3M COMPANY
Unipart Way Expert Practices; UNIPART GROUP OF Ventus RS2; HANKOOK TIRE CO LTD
COMPANIES Veracruz; HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY
Uniroyal; COMPAGNIE GENERALE DES Veranda; COUNTRY COACH LLC
ETABLISSEMENTS MICHELIN VeriWise Asset Intelligence Platform; GE EQUIPMENT
Uniroyal; CONTINENTAL AG SERVICES
Uni-Select Inc; MIDAS INC Vespa; PIAGGIO & C SPA
United Air Specialists; CLARCOR INC Via Michelin; ADA
United Auto Group; PENSKE AUTOMOTIVE GROUP ViaMichelin; COMPAGNIE GENERALE DES
INC ETABLISSEMENTS MICHELIN
United Machining, Inc.; WESCAST INDUSTRIES INC Vicenza Calcio S.p.A.; STELLICAN LTD
United Springs; SOGEFI SPA Victor Reinz; DANA HOLDINGS CORPORATION
Univalve System; HILITE INTERNATIONAL Victory Vegas; POLARIS INDUSTRIES INC
Universal Automotive Industries; WANXIANG Viking; COACHMEN INDUSTRIES INC
AMERICA CORPORATION Viking; CONTINENTAL AG
Universal Automotive Industries; WANXIANG GROUP Viper; DEI HOLDINGS INC
CORPORATION Vision; REXHALL INDUSTRIES INC
Universal Silencer; CUMMINS FILTRATION Vision Sleepers; MACK TRUCKS INC
University of Auto Value Installer Training Guide; HAHN Vivaro; VAUXHALL MOTORS LTD
AUTOMOTIVE WAREHOUSE INC VM Motori S.p.A.; PENSKE CORPORATION
URAL; GAZ GROUP Volga; GAZ GROUP
Urvan; NISSAN SHATAI CO LTD Volkswagen AG; AUTOMOBILI LAMBORGHINI
Utah Jazz; LARRY H MILLER GROUP HOLDING SPA
Utilitopics; UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURING Volkswagen AG; PORSCHE AUTOMOBIL HOLDING
CO SE
Utilivan; UTILIMASTER CORP Volkswagen AG; VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF
V Star; YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD AMERICA INC
V50; VOLVO CAR CORPORATION Volkswagen AG; AUDI AG
V8 Vantage; ASTON MARTIN LAGONDA LTD Volkswagen AG; SEAT SA
V8 Vantage Roadster; ASTON MARTIN LAGONDA Volkswagen AG; SKODA AUTO AS
LTD Volkswagen of America Inc; AUDI OF AMERICA INC
Valday; GAZ GROUP Voltage Vehicles; ZAP
Valeo Pyeong Hwa; VALEO Volvo Aero; AB VOLVO
VAMA; FEDERAL SIGNAL CORP Volvo Bus Corporation; AB VOLVO
Van Enterprises; VT INC Volvo C30 Design Concept; VOLVO CARS OF
Van Hool; MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES NORTH AMERICA INC
INTERNATIONAL Volvo Car Corporation; FORD MOTOR CO
Vanderbilt Tires; TBC CORPORATION Volvo Car Finance; FORD MOTOR CREDIT CO
Vanguard Car Rental USA Inc; ENTERPRISE RENT-A- Volvo Cars Driving Academy; VOLVO CAR
CAR CORPORATION
VantagePoint Venture Partners; TESLA MOTORS INC Volvo Construction Equipment; AB VOLVO
Varta; JOHNSON CONTROLS INC Volvo Finance; VOLVO CARS OF NORTH
Vauxhall; ADAM OPEL AG AMERICA INC
Vauxhall Motors Ltd; GENERAL MOTORS CORP Volvo Financial Services; AB VOLVO
(GM) Volvo For Life; VOLVO CARS OF NORTH
Vauxhall Rental; VAUXHALL MOTORS LTD AMERICA INC
Vectra; ADAM OPEL AG Volvo Inc; VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA
Vegas Jackpot; POLARIS INDUSTRIES INC INC
Volvo Penta; AB VOLVO
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Volvo Truck Corporation; AB VOLVO Worldwide Tires; RUSH ENTERPRISES INC


Vue; SATURN CORP Wuling; SHANGHAI AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY
Vulcan; MILLER INDUSTRIES INC CORP (SAIC)
VW Credit, Inc.; VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF Wuling Automotive; SAIC-GM-WULING
AMERICA INC AUTOMOBILE COMPANY
VXRacing; VAUXHALL MOTORS LTD www.progressiveresponds.com; PROGRESSIVE
Wabash National Trailer Center; WABASH NATIONAL CORPORATION (THE)
CORP X5 Sports Activity Vehicle; BMW MANUFACTURING
Wagon Automotive Inc; WAGON PLC CORP
Wagon Industrial Limited; WAGON PLC X-Aire; NEWMAR CORP
WagonR; MARUTI SUZUKI INDIA LIMITED XC90; VOLVO CAR CORPORATION
Waja; PROTON HOLDINGS BERHAD Xcel 102; BLUE BIRD CORPORATION
Walker; TENNECO INC Xchange; DEUTZ AG
Wal-Mart Supercenter; WAL-MART STORES INC Xebra; ZAP
Wanxiang Group Corporation; WANXIANG AMERICA Xenia; DAIHATSU MOTOR CO LTD
CORPORATION XF; JAGUAR CARS LTD
Wanxiang Group Corporation; WANXIANG GROUP XJ; JAGUAR CARS LTD
CORPORATION XK; JAGUAR CARS LTD
Warrior; COMPAGNIE GENERALE DES XKR; JAGUAR CARS LTD
ETABLISSEMENTS MICHELIN X-Type; JAGUAR CARS LTD
Warwick International Group Limited; SEQUA CORP Yamaha Motor Corporation U.S.A.; YAMAHA MOTOR
WayCool Rewards Club; JORDAN AUTOMOTIVE CO LTD
GROUP YaMZ; GAZ GROUP
Weekender; SKYLINE CORPORATION Yazaki Corporation; YAZAKI NORTH AMERICA INC
Weir Canyon Acura; DAVID WILSON'S Yazaki Energy Systems Inc; YAZAKI NORTH
AUTOMOTIVE GROUP AMERICA INC
Weir Canyon Honda; DAVID WILSON'S Y-Connect Operations; YAZAKI NORTH AMERICA
AUTOMOTIVE GROUP INC
Wescast Hungary Zrt.; WESCAST INDUSTRIES INC York International; JOHNSON CONTROLS INC
Wesco Investments; TOYOTA MOTOR YTC America Inc.; YAZAKI NORTH AMERICA INC
CORPORATION Yulon GM Co., Ltd.; YULON MOTOR CO LTD
Western Auto; ADVANCE AUTO PARTS INC Yulon-Nissan Motor Co. Ltd.; YULON MOTOR CO
Western Star Trucks; DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH LTD
AMERICA LLC Z4 Roadster; BMW MANUFACTURING CORP
Wheeled Coach Industries; COLLINS INDUSTRIES Zafira; ADAM OPEL AG
INC ZAO Evroavto; SKODA AUTO AS
Winergy; SIEMENS AG ZAP Manufacturing, Inc.; ZAP
Wingroad; NISSAN SHATAI CO LTD Zapino; ZAP
Winnebago; WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES INC ZAPPY; ZAP
Winstorm; GM DAEWOO AUTO AND ZAPWorld Stores, Inc.; ZAP
TECHNOLOGY CO Zavoli S.r.L.; FUEL SYSTEMS SOLUTIONS INC
Wintax; MAGNETI MARELLI HOLDING SPA Zentrum Museum; BMW MANUFACTURING CORP
WITTE-Velbert GmbH; STRATTEC SECURITY ZF Boge Elastmetall; ZF FRIEDRICHSHAFEN AG
CORP ZF Lemforder; ZF FRIEDRICHSHAFEN AG
Wolverine Advanced Materials; EAGLEPICHER ZF Lenksysteme; ZF FRIEDRICHSHAFEN AG
CORPORATION ZF Sachs AG; ZF FRIEDRICHSHAFEN AG
Work World; CANADIAN TIRE CORP LTD ZF Steering Systems GmbH; ROBERT BOSCH GMBH
Workaholic; INTERSTATE BATTERY SYSTEM OF ZF Thailand; ZF FRIEDRICHSHAFEN AG
AMERICA ZF Trading; ZF FRIEDRICHSHAFEN AG
World Omni Financial Corp. (WOFC); JM FAMILY ZF-AS Tronic Lite; ZF FRIEDRICHSHAFEN AG
ENTERPRISES ZF-AS Tronic Mid; ZF FRIEDRICHSHAFEN AG
World Trans, Inc.; COLLINS INDUSTRIES INC Zhangjiagang Suxing Electronics; MAGNA
World Wide Automotive; REMY INTERNATIONAL INTERNATIONAL INC
INC Zhonghua; BRILLIANCE CHINA AUTOMOTIVE
World66.com; INTERNET BRANDS INC HOLDINGS LIMITED
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Zhuzhou Yamaha Motor Shockabsorber Co. Ltd.;


YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD

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