NORTHVILLE, MI -- Hayes Lemmerz International, Inc. announced that Hayes Lemmerz Inci, Jant Sanayi A.S., its manufacturing operation in Manisa, Turkey, has received the 2004 Hyundai Assan Otomotiv Sanayi ve Ticaret A.S. Best Supplier Award.

The award recognizes Hayes Lemmerz Inci for its quality, delivery, cost and customer service. At a special ceremony held recently in Izmit, Turkey, Hyundai Assan presented a total of three awards. Hayes Lemmerz Inci is a producer of steel wheels for the automotive industry for the international passenger car markets.

"Winning recognition from the customers we serve is a great honor," said Fred Bentley, president of Hayes Lemmerz' International Wheel Group. "This continues to demonstrate that not only do we offer low cost solutions but the quality of our operations in these locations is world class and customers recognize this additional value we bring."

Hayes Lemmerz International, Inc. is a supplier of automotive and commercial highway wheels, brakes, powertrain, suspension, structural and other lightweight components. The company has 41 facilities and more than 11,000 employees worldwide. More information about Hayes Lemmerz International, Inc., along with a complete list of current and archived press releases, is available at hayes-lemmerz.com.

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