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For Immediate ReleaseCONTACTS: Media InquiriesChristine Fisher(248) 247-7474Cell (248)770-0579christine.fisher@gabriel.comGabriel® (Ride Control, LLC) Recognized withFrost & Sullivan 2010 Product DifferentiationExcellence Award of the Yearin thePremium Shock Absorber AftermarketTROY, Mich. – June 29, 2011 – Gabriel® (Ride Control, LLC), the originator ofthe world’s first automotive shock absorber in 1907, announces recognition fromFrost & Sullivan with the 2010 Product Differentiation Excellence Award in thePremium Shock Absorber Aftermarket.“Ever since we invented the first shock absorber over a century ago, Gabriel hasbeen responding to customer needs and driving the industry by introducing manywell designed and innovative products to the market,” said Janet Qian, seniormanager of business strategy and marketing, Gabriel. “Generations have trustedGabriel to bring the most tested and well-designed new products to ourcustomers. It’s one way to ensure Gabriel continues to lead the ride controlindustry for another 100 years.”Gabriel’s premium MaxControl product was selected on the basis of Frost &Sullivan TEAM Research methodology, which provided a platform forbenchmarking best-in-class industry players based on a series of evaluativecriteria.“Ride Control (Gabriel) leverages technological features from its top-tierproducts, like MaxControl, into its entire product portfolio,” said Frost & Sullivan.“The company consistently tailors its product offerings to customer and installerdemands and to the vehicle population in general, offering consumers a range ofride control products that address various end-uses.”-more-Ride Control, LLC 950 Maplelawn Troy, MI 48084 248.247.7600 www.gabriel.com

According to Frost & Sullivan, Gabriel MaxControl was equal to or led thecompetition in all business performance categories explored:features/functionality, quality/complexity, customization, mix, target market,unique name/brand recognition. Gabriel’s overall weighted score of nine out of 10beat all the premium shock absorber competitors.“Product reliability is the first measure of a product’s overall quality,” said Frost &Sullivan. The company then specifically cited individual features which set itapart from the competition:• “The 46 mm monotube bore allows greater air-cooling of the shock,preventing foam formation and shock fade. This provides consumers withpredictable handling and a compliant ride that does not degrade.• “The MaxControl shock absorber incorporates a seamless tube design toavoid hotspots…while also increasing tube strength.• “The shock also uses a chrome-plated piston rod that has been hardenedand super-finished, to prevent damage that would lead to fluid leaks andshock failure while also ensuring a long service life. “About Frost & SullivanFrost & Sullivan, the Growth Partnership Company, enables clients to accelerategrowth and achieve best-in-class positions in growth, innovation and leadership.The company's Growth Partnership Service provides the CEO and the CEO'sGrowth Team with disciplined research and best-practice models to drive thegeneration, evaluation, and implementation of powerful growth strategies. Frost &Sullivan leverages 50 years of experience in partnering with Global 1000companies, emerging businesses and the investment community from more than40 offices on six continents. To join our Growth Partnership, please visithttp://www.frost.com.About Ride Control, LLCRide Control, LLC operates in both the aftermarket and original equipmentmanufacturer (commercial, industrial and recreational vehicle) segments underthe Gabriel® (U.S. and Canada) and GRC® (Mexico) brand names. Thecompany originated the world’s first automotive shock absorber, “The Snubber,”in 1907, and continues today to be a leader in the design, engineering,development and production of shock absorbers in North America. Ride Control,LLC generates more than $200 million in sales and has more than 1,400employees in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. The company maintainsmanufacturing, warehouse, sales and management offices throughout NorthAmerica including Troy, Michigan; Chickasha, Oklahoma; Brentwood,Tennessee; and Queretaro, Mexico. For additional information, please visitwww.gabriel.com.###Ride Control, LLC 950 Maplelawn Troy, MI 48084 248.247.7600 www.gabriel.com