3rd February 2006 - Affinia Under Vehicle Group Names New Marketing Manager

Affinia Under Vehicle Group has appointed Ken Myers as marketing manager of branded products, responsible for the Raybestos brand brakes, Spicer Professional Grade Chassis, Aimco and McQuay-Norris brands.

Based in Affinia Under Vehicle Group headquarters in McHenry, Ill., Myers' move to the marketing division follows his six-year tenure in sales and product management for several Affinia Under Vehicle Group brands. In his new role, Myers will oversee all aspects of marketing for the Group's family of automotive aftermarket brands.

"Ken has been an integral member of our team for several years," said Bob Kaulig, vice president of marketing for Affinia Under Vehicle Group.  "His knowledge, enthusiasm, professionalism, and many years of varied automotive aftermarket experience will serve him well in this new role."

An ASE certified mechanic, Myers began his automotive career at Chevrolet and Ford dealerships prior to positions as store manager for Goodyear and Sears. Since joining Affinia Under Vehicle Group in 1999, Myers has served as district sales manager for NAPA and hydraulic product manager. Most recently, he was an Affinia Under Vehicle Group friction product manager.

A graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee with a degree in Business Administration, Myers also has received recognition for his service as a U.S. Army Reserves sergeant in the military police.

Affinia Under Vehicle Group, located in McHenry, Ill., is a global supplier of top quality automotive components for under vehicle applications. Products include Raybestos brand brakes and Aimco brake products, and McQuay-Norris and Spicer Professional Grade Chassis parts. Affinia Under Vehicle Group is part of Affinia Group Inc., a global supplier of top quality automotive components for under hood and under vehicle applications. The Affinia family of brands also includes WIX Filters in North America, and South American and European brands include Nakata, Urba and Quinton Hazell.

Source: Affinia Under Vehicle Group Press Release