27th January 2012 - TRW Announces Launch of North American Aftermarket Group

TRW Automotive Holdings Corp., the global leader in automotive safety systems, has formed the TRW North American (NA) Aftermarket Group to serve the needs of distributors and repair technicians with an extensive range of safety products.

TRW’s NA Aftermarket Group will draw on TRW’s leading original equipment (OE) position to service the needs of the independent aftermarket in North America. The formation of the new business unit is the first step in TRW serving the aftermarket with a range of braking, steering & suspension parts.

“TRW is the global leader in the design, development and manufacture of OE safety systems. We will now be translating this expertise into a leading aftermarket range and service package,” explained John Nielsen, vice president Parts and Service TRW North America.

“As well as having a full services team here in the US including product and application management; engineering; sales and marketing; and operations & logistics, we will utilize support and expertise from TRW’s $1.2 billion global aftermarket business.  Headquartered in Germany, this business has long been recognized for its product excellence, market leadership and long-standing customer relationships across Europe and Asia Pacific.”

Nielsen concluded: “It’s been said that the next ten years will see the automobile evolve more than it has in the last century, as technology is called upon to do more. Throughout this transformation, TRW will remain at the forefront; creating and implementing active and passive safety systems - as well as helping our OE and aftermarket customers worldwide successfully navigate and chart a course of success with new product and technology solutions.”

About TRW

With 2010 sales of $14.4 billion, TRW Automotive ranks among the world's leading automotive suppliers. Headquartered in Livonia, Michigan, USA, the Company, through its subsidiaries, operates in 26 countries and employs over 60,000 people worldwide.  TRW Automotive products include integrated vehicle control and driver assist systems, braking systems, steering systems, suspension systems, occupant safety systems (seat belts and airbags), electronics, engine components, fastening systems and aftermarket replacement parts and services.  All references to "TRW Automotive", "TRW" or the "Company" in this press release refer to TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. and its subsidiaries, unless otherwise indicated.  TRW Automotive news is available on the internet at www.trw.com.

Source: TRW Automotive Press Release