Superior Announces The Appointment Of John Knott Vice President, Manufacturing

Business Wire, Jan 31, 1995

VAN NUYS, CA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--January 31, 1995--Superior Industries International, Inc. (NYSE: SUP) today announced the appointment of John L. Knott as Vice President of Manufacturing.

John L. Knott joins Superior with extensive experience in the metal forging, forming and machining industry. Most recently he was Vice President and General Manager of the Norris Defense Unit of NI Industries and prior to that headed a manufacturing company that provided machined metal products to the electronics and aircraft industries. Mr. Knott spent the first 25 years of his career with Wyman-Gordon Company in various engineering, manufacturing and management capacities.

Mr. Knott holds a B.S. in Metallurgical Engineering and an MBA from the University of Chicago. He resides in Huntington Beach, CA.

Louis L. Borick, Chairman and President of Superior stated, "John is a highly-skilled professional who is a welcome addition to Superior's management team. His technical and business experience will help to support the growth we see ahead."

A recognized leader in its field, Superior Industries International, Inc. supplies cast aluminum wheels for Ford, General Motors, Chrysler de Mexico, Jaguar and several Japanese manufacturers, including Toyota, Mazda, Nissan, Subaru and Isuzu, and also serves the national automotive aftermarket with a broad range of accessory products.

CONTACT: Superior Industries International

R. Jeffrey Ornstein

818/781-4973

or

Ruder Finn, Inc.

Robert D. Ferris, 212/715-1573

Cynthia DeMonte, 212/593-6321

Harvey Farr (LA), 213/782-9324