For release: October 2, 2007

NGK HIres Two New District Sales Managers / Product Specialist

WIXOM, MI -- NGK Spark Plugs (U.S.A.) has named Mark Manos and Scott Haynes new district sales managers for the company. In addition, Kevin Lyle has been appointed to the position of product specialist.

Manos, a 20-year veteran in the automotive aftermarket industry, was previously with Cardone and served as a zone manager. In his new role, Manos will be responsible for the sales efforts for NGK in Illinois, Wisconsin and Eastern Missouri. He will report to Chris Hillestad, midwest zone manager for NGK Spark Plugs’ Aftermarket Division.

Haynes, a 14-year veteran in the automotive aftermarket industry, was previously with ACDelco and served as a district sales manager. In his new role, Haynes will be responsible for the sales efforts for NGK in Washington and Alaska. He will report to Carl Arnold, western zone manager for NGK Spark Plugs’ Aftermarket Division.

Lyle, a recent Michigan State University graduate, will be responsible for supporting the NTK Oxygen Sensor product management team. He will report to Rob DeBlander, product Manager for NGK Spark Plugs’ Aftermarket Division.