Yuasa Receives Double Recognition from Polaris

LAURELDALE, PA (May 11, 2005) – Yuasa Battery, Inc. recently received the 2004 Three STAR Cost Improvement Award and Grade “A” Quality Achievement Award from Polaris Industries. Both awards represent the highest recognition for a Polaris Supply Partner.

The Polaris Three STAR Cost Improvement Award recognizes Yuasa’s cost improvement savings implemented per annual sales. Additionally, the award acknowledges Yuasa’s commitment toward continuous improvement programs. Yuasa dedicates 10% or more of its total sales dollars per year to cost avoidance/savings programs.

Polaris also awarded Yuasa the Grade “A” Quality Achievement Award. The award, based on rejected Parts Per Million (PPM), recognizes Yuasa as a supply partner committed to excellence. In 2004, Yuasa recorded below 100 PPM.

“It’s an honor to receive recognition from a well-respected company in the industry such as Polaris,” said Brian Harris, Senior Vice President Sales and Marketing, Yuasa. “We continue to operate our facilities and manufacture our products at the highest levels in order to meet the demands of our customers and OE partners.”

For more information about Yuasa and its products and services, or to find a list of certified dealers, visit www.yuasabatteries.com.

Yuasa Battery, Inc., headquartered in Reading, PA, provides batteries and related accessories to the powersports industry. Established in 1979, Yuasa Battery is one of the largest American manufacturers, distributors and OE suppliers of batteries for motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles, snowmobiles and personal watercraft in North America. For additional information, visit www.yuasabatteries.com.