Motorcar Parts of America Director Steps Down Due to New Position

Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. 

(Nasdaq:MPAA)

 today announced the resignation of Timothy D. Vargo from the company’s board of directors due to required time commitments and responsibilities related to his position as chief executive of Exide Technologies. 

The board of Motorcar Parts of America has decided not to fill the vacancy as a result of the resignation. The board will now consist of nine directors, eight of whom are independent.

“We appreciate Tim’s contributions to our board.  We understand Tim’s desire to focus his time and energy on this position, and wish him every success,” said Selwyn Joffe, chairman, president and chief executive officer of Motorcar Parts of America, Inc.

About Motorcar Parts of America

Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. is a remanufacturer, manufacturer and distributor of automotive aftermarket parts -- including alternators, starters, wheel bearing and hub assemblies, brake master cylinders, brake power boosters, rotors, brake pads and turbochargers utilized in imported and domestic passenger vehicles, light trucks and heavy-duty applications.  In addition, the company designs and manufactures test equipment for performance, endurance and production testing of alternators, starters, electric motors, inverters and belt starter generators for both the OE and aftermarket. Motorcar Parts of America’s products are sold to automotive retail outlets and the professional repair market throughout the United States and Canada, with facilities located in California, Mexico, Malaysia, China and India, and administrative offices located in California, Tennessee, Mexico, Singapore, Malaysia and Canada.  Additional information is available at www.motorcarparts.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

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