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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Kari Garcia Senior Public Relations Specialist Trojan Battery Company 562-­‐236-­‐3038 kgarcia@trojanbattery.com Trojan Battery Expands Distribution In the Netherlands Hefra to Distribute Trojan Deep-­‐Cycle Flooded, AGM and Gel Battery Technologies SANTA FE SPRINGS, Calif., June 6, 2012 -­‐ Trojan Battery Co., the world's leading manufacturer of deep-­cycle batteries, has named Accuverkoop Hefra as a distributor for the Netherlands which will work alongside Trojan’s current distributor Emrol to manage customer sales and support activities. “Trojan Battery’s partnership with Hefra enables us to provide expanded sales and technical support services specifically dedicated to customers in the Netherlands,” said Mat Segal, senior vice president of global business development for Trojan Battery. “By growing our distribution network in this region Trojan can readily meet the demands of customers is a variety of market segments which rely on deep-­cycle battery products to operate electrical equipment. With Hefra’s operations extending throughout the Netherlands, Trojan is able to provide the high level of support our customers have come to expect from us.” Hefra is a leading supplier of Trojan battery products throughout the Netherlands offering Trojan’s complete line of deep-­‐cycle flooded, AGM and gel batteries for applications in all of Trojan’s major market segments including golf, floor machine, transportation, aerial work platform/access, marine and renewable energy. Hefra will ensure product availability and rapid delivery to meet immediate customer needs. “The selection of Hefra as a distributor for the Netherlands provides customers in the region with access to Trojan’s broad portfolio of deep-­‐cycle battery products which is supported by our knowledgeable team of experts,” said Leo Van Oosten, Hefra chief executive officer. “Hefra can now service customers more effectively and enhance their ability to leverage Trojan’s exclusive battery technologies.” < more >

Trojan Names Hefra Distributor for the Netherlands Page 2 of 2 About Trojan Battery Company Trojan Battery Co. is the world’s leading manufacturer of deep-­‐cycle batteries and a battery technology pioneer, having built the first golf car battery in 1952. Trojan batteries provide power for a wide variety of industrial, recreational and auxiliary power applications. The company was founded in 1925 and is ISO 9001:2008 certified with U.S.-­‐based operations in California and Georgia. For more information, please visit Trojan’s Web site at http://www.trojanbattery.com/ About Hefra As one of Europe’s leading independent battery importers, Hefra’s headquarters and warehouse are based in Rotterdam, Netherlands. From this central location, Hefra can deliver products to customers throughout the Netherlands within 24 hours. Hefra is located at Hongkongstraat 25, 3047 BR Rotterdam, Netherlands. For more information, please contact Hefra at +31(0) 88 400 9000 or visit the company’s Web site at http://www.hefra.nl/docs/webshop.asp. ###