HAYZ Hayes Lemmerz International (MM)

Hayes Lemmerz Brazil Receives Supplier Award from Agrale NORTHVILLE, Mich., Dec. 23 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Hayes Lemmerz International, Inc. (NASDAQ:HAYZ) announced today that its steel wheel manufacturing operation in Guarulhos, Brazil has received the 2003/2004 supplier award from Agrale, the Brazil-based truck, chassis, tractor, motorcycle and engine manufacturer. The award recognized Hayes Lemmerz as "The Best Supplier" of its commercial truck steel wheels. The recent quality awards received by this plant demonstrate that investment in upgrading the capabilities of the plant are paying off. "I am honored that Agrale has recognized our efforts to be an industry leader," said Fred Bentley, President of the Company's International Wheel Group. "The key to successful implementation of quality is having a team that truly practices Operational Excellence. Our team strives to provide our customers with the best products and service possible." Hayes Lemmerz International, Inc. is a leading global supplier of automotive and commercial highway wheels, brakes, powertrain, suspension, structural and other lightweight components. The Company has 43 facilities in 14 countries and approximately 11,000 employees worldwide. DATASOURCE: Hayes Lemmerz International, Inc. CONTACT: Marika P. Diamond of Hayes Lemmerz International, Inc., +1-734-727-5162 Web site: http://www.hayes-lemmerz.com/

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