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GreenLite(TM) Low Mass Technologies from The Woodbridge Group Presented at the IZB European Trade Fair

PR Newswire — September 29, 2010

MISSISSAUGA, Ontario, September 29, 2010 /PRNewswire/ — These days the entire automotive industry is very focussed on fuel economy. Woodbridge utilizes industry leading process technologies and intelligent applications of “Lean Polymers” to offer lighter, more environmentally responsible products. GreenLite (TM) low mass technologies continue to provide components that are highly functional and lower in cost. These solutions help automakers reduce component weight by up to 40%, leading to improved fuel efficiencies and lower CO2 emissions. Woodbridge also offers BioFoam(TM) products manufactured from renewable resources, to offer an even smaller environmental footprint. Martin Mazza, Senior Vice President Global Sales and Marketing, The Woodbridge Group states, “GreenLite(TM) low mass technologies are engineered to offer automakers the opportunity to reduce part mass without compromising performance. The goal is to continue developing parts for today’s vehicles, that are very lean, highly functional and to offer them at a lower cost.”

ComforTech(TM) performance seating urethanes, offer the ideal balance between comfort, weight and durability. Through industry leading process capability, GreenLite(TM) low mass automotive seat cushioning, manages firmness through a wide density spectrum, to provide up to a 30% weight reduction while improving comfort and reducing cost.

StructureLite(TM) seat frames are manufactured from Polyurethane or Expanded Polypropylene, and are used extensively in seat cushion, backs and bolster applications. Woodbridge StructureLite(TM) seat frame technologies offer; up to a 35% weight reduction, part consolidation, faster assembly, better trim fit and appearance, improved anti-submarining performance and a system cost savings.

StrataLiner NET(TM) composite boards provide improved acoustical performance, when package space is at a premium. StrataLiner NXT(TM) boards deliver cross-sections as low as 2.5 mm. These two headliner technologies offer several system advantages over competing polypropylene composites including: up to a 40% weight savings, thinner cross-sections, superior design flexibility and surface quality, improved acoustics, better side curtain air bag compatibility and a system cost savings.

These technologies will be on display at the IZB European trade fair for the automotive supplier industry, from October 06th to 08th, 2010, in Wolfsburg, Germany, at The Woodbridge Group(R) exhibit within the Canadian Pavilion.

The Woodbridge Group(R) is a global leader in the development and production of polyurethane and expanded polypropylene products and technologies for automotive applications including; seat cushioning, structural frames, head restraints, interior soft trim, headliner substrates, acoustical components and cargo management solutions. Woodbridge also offers assembly and sequencing services, as well as a full range of value added services including engineering and design. With its partners in the World Polyurethane Alliance(TM), Woodbridge serves its customers from facilities throughout Europe, North and South America, Japan, Korea, China and South Asia, and operates over 68 facilities in 22 countries.

For more information, visit http://www.woodbridgegroup.com

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Contact: Ed Cauchi Marketing Communications Manager The Woodbridge Group 4240 Sherwoodtowne Boulevard Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L4Z 2G6 Phone: +1-905-896-3626 Email: Ed_Cauchi@woodbridgegroup.com

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Masternaut Launches World’s First All-in-one Vehicle Telematics System

PR Newswire — September 29, 2010

LEEDS, England, September 29, 2010 /PRNewswire/ — Masternaut has become the first telematics company worldwide to launch a new type of vehicle tracking system based around a single intelligent mobile communication unit. The system comprises a Mobile Communication Centre (MCC) combining vehicle tracking, GPS satellite navigation, hands-free mobile communications and real-time job scheduling and messaging in a single unit.

The all-in-one unit eliminates the need for separate Sat-Nav, mobile phones and hands-free equipment. It also integrates with Masternaut’s Three X mobile workforce applications, as well as Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft CRM providing a wireless link to important business data while on the move.

As well as breaking new ground in system design and user ergonomics, the MCC is believed to be the most cost-effective in-vehicle solution on the market. The unit is designed for quick and easy installation reducing vehicle downtime. There is no software to install as the MCC links to the web-based Masternaut service, which updates instantly and wirelessly without disrupting the user.

The system is available with Masternaut’s optional CANbus engine management application. This monitors driving behaviour and detailed engine activity in real time, including rpm, fuel usage, vehicle speed, journey distance between stops and duration, and braking as well as acceleration levels.

Two sizes of touchscreen display are available – standard 3.5 inch and a 6.5 inch version suitable for HGV applications. The MCC uses the highly secure and virtually indestructible Masternaut mobile collection unit; this is the brain of the MCC and continues to track the vehicle even if the touchscreen is damaged or stolen. The touchscreens are replaced easily in the event of accidental damage or loss.

A speaker allows drivers to continue to communicate with their HQs in the event of an accident and loss of vehicle power. Meanwhile a handy button pad includes a microphone for hands-free telephony and it also has a privacy button allowing drivers to switch between personal use and business use for mileage recording.

The MCC provides seamless wireless job scheduling and reporting using Masternaut’s web-based scheduling software. Jobs are scheduled and updated and sent in real-time to the unit and mobile workers update the system using the touchscreen, keeping back office systems consistently up to date.

“The new Mobile Communication Centre is a breakthrough in in-vehicle technology. It gives fleet operators everything they could possibly need in a single cost-effective unit. As a fully integrated system, it reduces cost of ownership removing the need for extra equipment, installations and maintenance. Drivers – the users – will also appreciate that they only have to use a single device and will prefer the familiar look and use of the touchscreen,” says Martin Port, MD Masternaut Three X.

Masternaut has 150,000 telematics units installed across Europe with over 65,000 subscribers in the UK.

Web: http://www.masternaut.co.uk

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CLOs and Senior HR Executives of Fortune 500 Companies Agree, Tata Interactive Learning Forum 2010 “Immensely Valuable Platform for Decision Makers”

- The 7th Annual Edition of the TLF 2010, Held on 9-10 September 2010 at the Taj Boston (formerly Ritz-Carlton), was a Resounding Success With all Attendees Concurring on the Value of This Unique Event.

PR Newswire — September 29, 2010

MUMBAI, India, September 29, 2010 /PRNewswire/ — The Tata Interactive Learning Forum (TLF), an annual global learning event conducted by Tata Interactive Systems (TIS), featured the top speakers in the learning industry, including CLOs, VPs, EVPs in Training, HR & business functions.

TLF 2010 featured a stellar speaker line-up that included Josh Bersin of Bersin & Associates as well as senior executives from companies like Comcast, United Health, Sprint, Northern Trust, Merck, Rogers, and Avaya, who shared best practices in areas like Collaborative Learning, Leadership Development and Managing the Learning Function as a Business.

Over 75 organizations participated in the TLF this year, with many attending three years in a row. The TLF community has grown over the last six years since it was institutionalized, and the event has provided a platform to several participants to share their ideas and learning innovations across industries.

A post-event survey revealed that 95% of the respondents polled described the TLF as “a place to learn and get up to date with the latest in the industry” and 90% felt that “TIS can help enable key organizational initiatives.” 100% respondents said that “the TLF was useful.”

Apart from the venue, The State Room at the Taj Boston (formerly Ritz-Carlton), the Crown Jewel of Boston Hotels, renowned for its cherished traditions, classic style, and award-winning service since 1927, a highlight of the event was the dinner jazz band – Bombay Jazz – whose repertoire of fusion music had the audience enthralled and evoked a standing ovation from the participants.

(c) 2010 Tata Interactive Systems

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For more information about the event, please visit http://www.tatalearningforum.com

About Tata Interactive Systems (TIS)

Tata Interactive Systems (TIS) is the world’s leading developer of learning solutions. TIS’ learning solutions are designed to enable organizational initiatives across industry verticals including Education; Government and Defence; Telecommunications and ICT; Pharmaceuticals and Health Care; Banking, Financial Services and Insurance; Airlines, Transportation, Logistics and Hospitality; Consumer Package Goods; and Manufacturing, Energy and Construction.

With a team of over 600 multi-disciplinary specialists, TIS creates 3000+ hours of learning content across 160+ concurrent projects every year. TIS’ solutions have proven their effectiveness at more than 60 Fortune 500 companies, leading educational institutions and government departments.

TIS is the first learning solutions organization in the world to be assessed at Level 5 in both the SEI-CMM and P-CMM frameworks. Its solutions have won prestigious awards including Brandon Hall, APEX, BETT and BIMA.

Areas of Business

TIS caters for three segments – Corporate, Education, and Government. It offers clients learning solutions including:

- Web-based Training & Courseware – Simulations – to offer immersive learning experiences – Electronic Performance Support Systems – to provide on-the-job support – Software Solutions – Game-based Learning – to enhance learner engagement

The scope of TIS’ learning solutions encompasses on-boarding, sales training, process training, product training, curriculum design, assessments, soft skills training and technical training.

Location

TIS has development centres in Germany, Switzerland, and India. Its sales and marketing operations span the US, Canada, the UK, mainland Europe, Australia, New Zealand, the Middle East and Asia.

For more information log on to http://www.tatainteractive.com

Further information from:

Rajesh R. Jumani Chief Marketing Officer Tata Interactive Systems +91-22-6643-8000 rajeshj@tatainteractive.com

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Tata Interactive Systems 4th Floor Leela Business Park, Andheri East, Mumbai 400 059, INDIA Tel: +91-22-6643-8000; Fax: +91-22-6643-8800; Web: http://www.tatainteractive.com

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Incredible prizes at Barbican Turbo, the Middle East’s Hottest Custom Car & Bike Show

- Enter the Best in Show, UAE Sound Off, UAE Power Championships and Nitto RC Car Competition to win Fantastic Prizes now

PR Newswire — September 27, 2010

ABU DHABI, UAE, September 27, 2010 /PRNewswire/ — Following last year’s success, Barbican Turbo; the regions hottest custom car and bike show, returns with an array of exciting competitions and prizes for custom car and bike fans. Barbican Turbo, organised by United Business Media, takes place from the 7 – 9 October 2010 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, Abu Dhabi; http://www.barbicanturbo.com; and is expected to deliver more than 30000 fans to this annual event.

For the 3rd consecutive year, the ‘Best in Show’ competition returns to crown the best customised cars in the region. The categories this year include “Best in Show”, “Voter’s Choice”, “Best air-brush or body-kit” and “Best on a budget”. 53 prizes will be given out to the winners of each category, including trophies, cash prizes, and vouchers and gaming consoles supplied by Nitto, the Gold sponsor and Official Tyre Supplier for Barbican Turbo 2010. Nitto is also holding their Nitto RC Car Championship during the show.

The U.A.E. Power Championship returns this year with Mainline Auto from Australia and RSG Garage to crown the car with the most powerful engine. Last year’s champion recorded 1011 brake horse power in their lime green, twin turbo Lamborghini Gallardo and this year’s winner be challenged to beat this record. The UAE Power Championships will have 10 different categories, with a trophy for the winner of each trophy.

Those with an ear for quality won’t be left out as the 3rd UAE Sound Off features some of the loudest and best installed car stereos and in-car entertainment systems. The competition is run by Skematix, who will also be advising car owners and visitors during the show on the best in in-car entertainment systems and how to install them.

Matt Tarrant, Show Manager for Barbican Turbo commented “We’re so excited for the show. The entries so far look amazing, better than ever before, and we’re looking forward to choosing the loudest, strongest and best cars in the shows. We’re also pleased to have some familiar faces return to support this year like Nitto, Skematix, Mainline Auto and RSG Garage. This year’s show will be awesome.”

Advanced discounted tickets are available through http://www.timeouttickets.com, http://www.boxofficeme.com and 25 select outlets of ENOC, Eppco and Zoom stores. Prices are as follows:

- Child 1 day – 15 AED (advance price), 25AED (on the door)

- Child 2-day ticket – 30AED (advance price), 40AED (on the door)

- Child 3 day ticket – 40AED (advance price), 50AED (on the door)

- Adult 1 day – 30AED (advance price), 50AED (on the door)

- Adult 2-day ticket – 60AED (advance price), 80AED (on the door)

- Adult 3 day ticket – 80AED (advance price), 100AED (on the door)

Entry to automotive trade is free this year on receipt of an industry related business card. This year’s Barbican Turbo will also feature the Barbican Turbo roadshow at Jumeirah Beach Residence in Dubai Marina on the 1st of October, the trade reception on the 7th of October, Team Orange drifting demos and taxis, the debut of the Drift Queen, the Barbican stage featuring dancers, DJ, cocktail flarers, graffiti and more, the City Ride and more than double the number of exhibitors from 2009. Fans also have the chance to win a fantastic trip to Thailand if they visit the Nitto stand at the event.

For more information please see http://www.barbicanturbo.com

Barbican TURBO the Middle East’s premier custom car show and includes custom cars, modified cars, car tuning and motorsports. Barbican Turbo is organised by UBM Middle East, and is one of the four founding partners of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company.

Barbican TURBO will cover a range of areas, providing both trade visitors and consumers everything they need to modify either their or their clients’ vehicles, including;

- Tuning and Performance (air intakes, exhausts, turbochargers; all aftermarket engine parts)

- Restyling and Accessories (body kits, carbon fibre bonnets and spoilers, graphics, aftermarket front and rear lights, tints, paints, suspension, dress-up parts for exterior, interior and the engine-bay)

- Car Care and Accessories (shampoos and polishes, oils and lubes etc)

- Mobile Electronics and Technology (I.C.E – In Car Entertainment, stereos, TV screens, DVD players, radar detectors, alarms etc)

- Aftermarket Wheels and Tyres (chrome wheels, racing wheels, SUV wheels, and all types of tyres)

- Tools and Maintenance (all the equipment related to the servicing, modifying and maintenance of vehicles)

- Business Services (such as specialist car and bike insurance companies and brokers)

For more information on Barbican Turbo or to enter any of the competitions contact the Show Matt Tarrant: E: matt.tarrant@ubm.com or T: +971-(0)2-4064471; also join the Facebook group http://www.facebook.com/BarbicanTurbo.

For images, photographs and further enquiries please contact:

Abdul Karim Samaan Grayling Momentum abdulkarim@graylingmomentum.com +970-50-3633-145

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Frost & Sullivan Lauds ASOLA’s Robust Growth and Virtual Domination in the Solar Power Market

PR Newswire — September 27, 2010

LONDON, September 27, 2010 /PRNewswire/ — Based on its recent research on the solar power market, Frost & Sullivan has presented ASOLA Advanced and Automotive Solar Systems GmbH (ASOLA) with the “2009 World Advanced Mobile Solar Technology Growth Leadership Award.” In a fast-growing industry facing challenges of high costs, failing standards and an increasing need for technologies that will enable the mass production of state-of-the-art solar panels to meet the growing and varied photovoltaic (PV) needs of customers, ASOLA stands apart with its year-by-year growth, burgeoned by its superior products, high quality standards, customer-centric approach and multiple successful partnerships.

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“With more than 20 years of experience in solar power, ASOLA’s prime field of expertise is automotive solar engineering. This is an area it dominates, as the competition is almost non-existent,” says Frost & Sullivan Research Associate Suchismita Das. “For the last three years, ASOLA has experienced a rise of more than 60 percent in its annual revenues.”

At the Detroit Motor Show in 2009, Fisker Automotive, Inc. officially presented its new luxury sports car, KARMA, which features an innovative Q-DRIVE, plug-in hybrid technology. The entire roof of KARMA, assembled with PV technology from ASOLA, is the largest, high-performing spherical solar module worldwide.

Solar applications designed and manufactured for the automotive industry impose stricter stipulations and tolerances than other types of solar applications. To meet industry standards, ASOLA must define its technical details regarding optics, curved modules and interconnections. Efforts to meet expectations related to automotive quality assurance, such as ISO/TS 16949, must exceed those required by usual practices and applications in the solar industry. This includes risk assessment techniques and advanced product quality planning, so as to reduce unnecessary hazards.

The production and delivery of ASOLA’s modules undergo both in-depth design tests and top-level quality assurance tests at production and just-in-time delivery. ASOLA modules have been recognised by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 61215 compliance approval and are authorized by the German technical inspectorate TUV, shown to be in compliance with the Safety Class II standards.

“ASOLA has and will continue to lead as an environment friendly and innovative company offering economic usage of high-quality solar technology,” notes Das. “Moreover, it has been promoted as one of the top volume manufacturers in the entire PV industry since it reached the annual output capacity of over 45 MW in 2009.”

Apart from offering standardized solar modules, ASOLA also provides custom PV solutions, in which customer demand is satisfied by company expertise. Tailored PV solutions are provided to customers in laminated solar cell forms, or in small series or large modules. For the automotive industry, ASOLA offers a solar sunroof/roof system integrated with solar cells, as well as a sunroof combined with solar modules. ASOLA also prioritizes customer comfort by providing them with the benefits of power use for ventilation while parking, battery charging and pre-air conditioning, thereby reducing consumption of the onboard power supply.

The company has also taken huge strides forward through successful partnership ties and contracts. For instance, it has improved its battery recharging by working in direct co-operation with reputed car manufacturers including Audi, DaimlerChrysler, Volvo, and BMW. Further, Quantum Fuel System Technologies Worldwide, Inc. (Quantum), a partner of ASOLA, has strategically acquired 24.9 percent of ASOLA’s shares.

All these factors justify ASOLA’s dominance of the automotive solar technology market. In recognition, Frost & Sullivan is proud to present the company with the 2009 World Advanced Mobile Solar Technology Growth Leadership Award. Each year, Frost & Sullivan presents this award to a company that has demonstrated excellence in capturing the highest annual compound growth rate for the last three years.

Frost & Sullivan Best Practices Awards recognize companies in a variety of regional and global markets for demonstrating outstanding achievement and superior performance in areas such as leadership, technological innovation, customer service, and strategic product development. Industry analysts compare market participants and measure performance through in-depth interviews, analysis, and extensive secondary research in order to identify best practices in the industry.

About ASOLA

Established in 2001, by the company’s CEO Mr. Reinhard Wecker, ASOLA started working on PV building samples and prototypes at the new Technology and Media Centre in Erfurt, Germany. In 2003, the company started its production of standard modules for outdoor arrays and building roofs. ASOLA started its venture for road vehicles in 2004, by developing large roof systems. Long-term industry experience, technical know-how, strategic measures, research and development, and customer centric approach are some of the key factors which led ASOLA in becoming a reputed name in the solar power industry, serving the advanced mobile solar technology with high-quality solar modules. http://www.asola-power.com

About Frost & Sullivan

Frost & Sullivan, the Growth Partnership Company, enables clients to accelerate growth and achieve best-in-class positions in growth, innovation and leadership. The company’s Growth Partnership Service provides the CEO and the CEO’s Growth Team with disciplined research and best-practice models to drive the generation, evaluation, and implementation of powerful growth strategies. Frost & Sullivan leverages over 45 years of experience in partnering with Global 1000 companies, emerging businesses and the investment community from 40 offices on six continents. To join our Growth Partnership, please visit http://www.awards.frost.com.

Contact: Chiara Carella Reinhard Wecker Corporate Communications – Europe CEO ASOLA P: +44-(0)-20-7343-8314 P: +49-361-241425-11 E: chiara.carella@frost.com E: r-wecker@asola-power.com

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IndiaMART UMEX Presents Unique Showcase of Used Machinery

- IndiaMART.com Sponsors ‘Used Machinery Expo’ for the Third Time

- Exclusive Trade Event to be the Significant Meeting Place for Buyers and Suppliers

PR Newswire — September 27, 2010

NEW DELHI, September 27, 2010 /PRNewswire/ — Continuing with its efforts to provide widespread exposure to small and medium businesses, IndiaMART.com, India’s largest online B2B marketplace, has decided to partner with Conventions & Fairs (India) Pvt. Ltd. for one-of-its-kind trade exhibition – ‘Used Machinery Expo 2010′. Slated to be one of the most crucial and significant trade events for buyers and suppliers, the IndiaMART UMEX 2010 is scheduled to be held from 21st October to 23rd October, 2010, at Nehru Center in Mumbai. The unique trade show will provide a perfect opportunity to the Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) for a rendezvous with industry experts and buyers from all over the world.

Commenting on the association, Mr. Dinesh Agarwal, Founder & CEO, IndiaMART.com, said, “India is an attractive business destination owing to its growing economy. Amidst this growth, UMEX has been able to position used machinery and allied products as one of the progressive sectors. In the past three years since its inception, the event has received overwhelming response from suppliers and buyers alike. This has strengthened our faith in this exclusive trade show as we partner with them for the third time.”

Primarily driven by the availability and a huge pool of used machinery, competitive prices and shorter delivery periods vis-a-vis new machinery supply, IndiaMART UMEX 2010 aims to emerge as the region’s main sourcing point for used machinery. Sitting on the laurels of past events, IndiaMART UMEX is expected to attract more visitors as compared to the last one. The three-day show, last year, had 6000 visitors from across 46 cities in India and over 200 visitors from overseas.

The event strives to attract visitors from varied sectors such as automotive, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, earth moving equipments, auto components, defence, aerospace, railways, industrial machinery, electrical and electronics, to name some. With the festive season ahead, IndiaMART.com expects to bring in more cheer for the Indian SMEs through the Used Machiney Expo 2010.

About IndiaMART.com

IndiaMART.com is India’s largest online B2B marketplace connecting global buyers with suppliers through business directories, online product catalogs, buy-sell offers, industry specific marketplaces, printed media and trade shows participation.

Founded in 1996, the company has a pan-India presence in over 100 cities. With over 2000 employees located across 47 offices in the country, IndiaMART.com offers an extensive range of value-added products and services to its 10,00,000 registered members and nearly 5 million global buyers across various industries and verticals.

IndiaMART.com has won numerous awards over the years and has been widely covered by media such as CNBC, BBC, BusinessMoney, CNN, Businessworld, Economic Times, Financial Express, etc for its pioneering role in promoting SME business in the country. Its existing investors include Intel Capital and Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd (Times Group), India’s largest print media group. The Board of Directors at IndiaMART.com comprises of Mr. Deep Kalra, Founder and CEO of Makemytrip.com and Dr. Nachiket Mor, President, ICICI Foundation among others.

For more information, please visit: http://www.indiamart.com/press-section.

Media Contacts

Pawandeep Kaur Manager – PR T: +91-120-3911000 F: +91-120-2424943 E:pr@indiamart.com

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Garmin Launches Exclusive AA Breakdown Cover Rates for its UK n?vi(R) and zumo(R) Sat Nav Customers

PR Newswire — September 23, 2010

SOUTHAMPTON, England, September 23, 2010 /PRNewswire/ — Garmin, the global leader* in satellite navigation is delighted to announce a new tie-in with the UK’s no.1 choice for breakdown cover, the AA, to offer roadside solutions for its customers. The promotion, exclusively available to Garmin’s n?vi(R) and zumo (R) sat nav customers, can offer savings of up to 45% on the AA’s standard prices.

Clive Taylor, Garmin’s Director of Products and Marketing commented, “Because of our longstanding relationship with the AA we are in a position to enhance our product range and customer experience with this new breakdown and recovery service offer”.

“We are always looking at ways to help motorists save time and money and this deal represents a brilliant opportunity to further cut the cost of motoring while using your Garmin sat nav.”

The Garmin AA customer deal offers extraordinary value on vehicle breakdown cover with breakdown service 24hrs, 365 days a year across the UK. Also the AA has more dedicated patrols than any other UK breakdown service with unique fault-finding technology that helps diagnose problems quickly and accurately to ensure members are back on the road as soon as possible.

Marcus Thompson, the AA’s Affinity Marketing Manager, commented “We’re delighted to have this opportunity to strengthen our partnership with Garmin. We have worked extremely closely with Garmin in developing a broad range of exclusive offers and I look forward to developing further promotions together in the future”.

Exclusive rates for Garmin n?vi sat nav customers include Roadside cover at GBP28.00, Roadside & Relay at GBP64.99 and Roadside, Relay and Home Start at GBP94.99. The special deal is open to all Garmin n?vi and zumo sat nav customers at http://www.garmin.com/sites/uk/aa-offer **.

Garmin has also partnered with the AA to produce a series of premium travel and tourist guides for use on Garmin n?vi sat navs or zumo motorbike sat navs These easy-to-use guides help you choose a great day out and reveal turn-by-turn instructions to navigate you to your destination, whilst providing establishment reviews and detailed descriptions of what to expect when you arrive. Points of interest are displayed on the interactive map, allowing you to discover more than you ever thought possible.

The AA Travel Guide series includes Days Out, Restaurants, Hotels and B&Bs and provides reviews, details and directions to AA-recommended destinations around the UK. The AA Tourist Guides are packed with rated attractions and places to eat, stay and shop at some of the world’s most popular destinations including Paris, New York, Venice and South Africa. http://www.garmin.com/sites/uk/extras/garmin-travel-guides

*According to Canalys report for sat nav sales made in 2009

**This offer is only available to Garmin customers and only by calling the number given, quoting the stated reference and paying annually by direct debit or credit card under a recurring transaction arrangement. The enrolment offer is available to new Members for their first 12 months of Membership only. The renewal offer is available to Garmin customers who are existing AA Members (or who join under the enrolment offer) and will be available at each renewal date until further notice. This offer is not available in conjunction with any other offer or discount. This offer does not apply to Breakdown Repair Cover, or any other AA products or services. Offer may be amended or withdrawn at any time. Lines open Monday-Friday 9am-5pm. 0800 calls are free from a BT landline. Mobile and other providers’ costs may vary.

About Garmin

The global leader in satellite navigation, Garmin Ltd. and its subsidiaries have designed, manufactured, marketed and sold navigation, communication and information devices and applications since 1989 – most of which are enabled by GPS technology. Garmin’s products serve automotive, mobile, wireless, outdoor recreation, marine, aviation, and OEM applications. Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in Switzerland, and its principal subsidiaries are located in the United States, Taiwan and the United Kingdom. For more information visit Garmin’s media centre at http://garmin.blogs.com/ukpr. Garmin is a registered trademark of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries. All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks and service marks are the properties of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

Notice on forward-looking statements:

This release includes forward-looking statements regarding Garmin Ltd. and its business. All statements regarding the company’s future product introductions are forward-looking statements. Such statements are based on management’s current expectations. The forward-looking events and circumstances discussed in this release may not occur and actual results could differ materially as a result of known and unknown risk factors and uncertainties affecting Garmin, including, but not limited to, the risk factors listed in the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 26, 2009 filed by Garmin with the Securities and Exchange Commission (Commission file number 000-31983). A copy of Garmin’s Form 10-K can be downloaded at http://www.garmin.com/aboutGarmin/invRelations/finReports.html. No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made and Garmin undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

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CarDelMar Broadens Social Media Offensive

- Car Hire Company is Creative With Facebook and Plans Further Web 2.0 Dealings

PR Newswire — September 22, 2010

HAMBURG, September 22, 2010 /PRNewswire/ — The car rental company CarDelMar has recently launched a large-scale social media campaign with the creation and development of their own pages on Facebook. By visiting http://www.facebook.com/cardelmar.co.uk or http://www.facebook.com/cardelmar.travel.agencies.uk, Facebook users can find up-to-date information on CarDelMar, competitions and useful tips and topics connected to the subject of car hire. In addition, attractive discount rates on holiday hire cars are available exclusively to Facebook users. Further activity on various other Web 2.0 channels is being planned and will soon follow.

“With our new pages on Facebook, we want to reach and interact directly with our customers,” explains Carsten Greiner, Managing Director of CarDelMar. “Our special offers have already been met with wide approval and we are proud to have acquired over 5000 Facebook users as Friends on our individual Facebook sites and in a total of 8 different markets.” On the basis of market analysis in the area of social media marketing, CarDelMar intends to branch out into additional channels. The launch for CarDelMar’s next social media activities should take place in the next few weeks.

The car hire broker, CarDelMar, has been offering affordable hire cars in all-inclusive packages to freedom-seeking holidaymakers since March 2005. The company works together with well-known international car hire companies such as Alamo, Avis and Europcar, as well as with local hire car suppliers. All car hire offers from CarDelMar are available directly from the website, http://www.cardelmar.co.uk.

Contact

Sonja Maue CarDelMar Ferienautovermietung GmbH Spaldingstr. 77 D-20097 Hamburg Germany Tel. +49-(0)-40-180-48-36-13 Fax. +49-(0)-40-180-48-36-99 Email: sonja.maue@cardelmar.com

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Johnson Controls’ Commercial Vehicles Batteries at IAA

- High-Performance VARTA Batteries for Commercial Vehicles

PR Newswire — September 22, 2010

HANOVER, Germany, September 22, 2010 /PRNewswire/ — Global automotive battery leader Johnson Controls is providing the power for commercial vehicles throughout Europe. A large number of the innovations that will be on display at the IAA Nutzfahrzeuge [Commercial Vehicles Trade Fair] in Hanover (23 to 30 September 2010) have Johnson Controls technology on board, including the DAF XF105.460 Blue Edition, the 8900 Volvo intercity bus and the Volvo FMX works vehicle. Johnson Controls’ patented labyrinth lid, calcium technology and special micro-fibreglass mats ensure that the batteries are longer-lasting, maintenance-free and safe.

“The demands on the power supply have changed in recent years for commercial vehicles. Intercity transport, urban transport, loading platforms – the whole modern technology requires much more power than in the past,” explains Johann-Friedrich Dempwolff, Vice President Sales OEM and OES of Johnson Controls Power Solutions EMEA. “We have reacted early and, in cooperation with automotive manufacturers, developed the appropriate batteries: long-lasting, fail-safe, maintenance-free, individual.”

Ten times higher vibration resistance compared with standard batteries Batteries with HD (Heavy Duty) and SHD (Super Heavy Duty) technology are sold in the spare parts business under the name VARTA Promotive Silver (SHD) and Blue (HD). They are based on calcium-silver technology, with a patented labyrinth lid that causes water vapour on the battery lid to condense and flow back safely into the battery.

Calcium-silver technology gives a range of advantages with minimised water consumption and low self-discharge, both batteries have a higher shelf life of up to 18 months as well as increased corrosion protection. In addition, these maintenance-free batteries are supplied filled and charged no more acid needs to be procured or stored, which is a clear cost saving.

Because VARTA commercial vehicle batteries are low-maintenance and corrosion-proof, they can be planned into difficult-to-access areas.

The battery design guarantees a much higher cycle life and ten times higher vibration resistance compared with standard batteries.

And the micro-fibreglass mat layer that is used in SHD ensures that the active mass of the battery remains bound with the grid. This increases the service life of the battery by at least 20 percent.

You will find the complete text and photos on our homepage: http://www.johnsoncontrols.com.

Further information can be obtained from:

Johnson Controls Power Solutions EMEA VB Autobatterie GmbH & Co. KGaA Ina Longwitz Am Leineufer 51 30419 Hanover, Germany Tel.: +49-511-975-1031 Fax: +49-511-975-1010 Email: ina.longwitz@jci.com

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Valeo Unveils its Electric Show Car at the Paris Motor Show

PR Newswire — September 22, 2010

PARIS, September 22, 2010 /PRNewswire/ — At the Paris Motor Show, Valeo will be presenting its innovations on an electric show car.

Specially created for the event, the electric show car features all technological innovations specifically developed by Valeo and its partners for electric vehicles. From driveline components to thermal management systems or detection systems, each has been designed with the aim of extending the range of an electric vehicle without undermining its comfort.

The goal is to offer automakers realistic, high-performance solutions for mass production at an affordable cost.

More generally, Valeo is focused on the reduction of CO2 emissions and is already developing a wide range of products for internal combustion engine vehicles and hybrids. These technologies, which offer significant fuel savings, are presented under three different ways: reducing carbon dioxide emissions, weight reduction and energy efficiency, and smart driving.

The electric show car will be on display on Valeo’s stand Hall 1 – Aisle C – Stand 440 A press conference will be held at 9.00 am on October 1, In the presence of Jacques Aschenbroich, Group CEO.

Paris Motor Show

From October 2 to 17, 2010

Parc des Expositions, Porte de Versailles, Paris

Valeo is an independent group, fully focused on the design, production and sale of components, integrated systems and modules for the automobile industry, mainly for the reduction of CO2 emissions. It is one of the world’s leading automotive suppliers. The Group has 117 plants, 21 research centers, 40 development centers and 10 distribution platforms and employs 56,000 people in 27 countries worldwide.

For more information about the Valeo Group and its activities, please visit our web site: http://www.valeo.com.

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