For release: June 16, 2008

NTK Oxygen Sensor Named Preferred Vendor By the Alliance Group

Wixom, MI – NGK Spark Plugs (U.S.A.), Inc. received the status of preferred vendor by the Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance for their NTK oxygen sensor product line. NGK earned this status at the recently held Alliance shareholder meetings in Nashville, TN.
One of the reasons that the Alliance Group chose NTK is their strong OEM placement, but there are many reasons NTK was give “preferred” status.  

“We are proud to honor NGK Spark Plugs and the NTK Oxygen Sensor brand as one of our preferred vendors,” said Wayne Butts, Vice-President of Product Management for the Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance. "NGK received this designation for their outstanding quality, OEM leadership, and proven dedication to our shareholders.” 

“We are honored by this vote of confidence and appreciate the acknowledgement of the Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance,” said Shin Odo, President and CEO of NGK Spark Plugs (USA), Inc.  “Being named a preferred vendor is a testament to the NGK team and our steadfast commitment to provide our customers with superior quality and service.”

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