Delphi Signs Non-Binding LOI to Sell Battery Business to Johnson Controls

Delphi Signs Non-Binding LOI to Sell Battery Business to Johnson Controls

Statements attributable to J.T. Battenberg III, Chairman and CEO of Delphi Corporation

TROY, Mich., March 22 /PRNewswire/ -- Delphi Corporation (NYSE:DPH) has signed a non-binding letter of intent with Johnson Controls Inc. to sell our global lead-acid battery business for approximately $212.5 million. The transaction is subject to negotiation of definitive agreements, due diligence, completion of information and consultation procedures with the Works Councils in Europe, final negotiations with the UAW and IUE, and necessary corporate and regulatory approvals, as well as certain other closing conditions.

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We are continuing to refine our product portfolio and the sale of this business frees up resources, helping us focus on our growing product lines for both original equipment and independent aftermarket customers.

Delphi has already consolidated the production of its Anaheim and Olathe battery operations into our two remaining battery operations at New Brunswick, New Jersey and Fitzgerald, Georgia. The ultimate disposition of Delphi's two remaining U.S. facilities will be determined based upon final negotiations with the UAW and IUE, and conclusion of the definitive acquisition agreement with JCI.

(Note: statements were also made during remarks at a Morgan Stanley conference today, March 22, 2005)

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