Autoliv Cooperates with EU Antitrust Inquiry
(Stockholm, June 9, 2011) – – – Representatives of the antitrust authorities of the European Commision visited two of Autoliv’s German facilities to gather information for an inquiry into possible anti-competitive behaviors among certain suppliers to the automotive vehicle industry.
Autoliv, which has strict policies prohibiting anti-competitive behaviors, is cooperating fully with the investigation. At this time, no further information is available regarding the nature or outcome of the inquiry.
About Autoliv
Autoliv Inc., with its joint ventures, has 80 facilities with more than 45,000 employees in 29 countries. In addition, the Company has ten technical centers in nine countries around the world, with 21 test tracks, more than any other automotive safety supplier. Sales in 2011 are expected to grow by 15% to US $8.2 billion. The Company's shares are listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: ALV) and its Swedish Depository Receipts on the OMX Nordic Exchange in Stockholm (ALIV sdb). For more information about Autoliv, please visit our company website at www.autoliv.com
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