Johnson Controls acquires majority position in joint venture TPV Johnson Controls in Slovenia / Increasing presence in the Eastern European growth market

Burscheid, Germany (ots) - Johnson Controls, a global leader in
automotive interiors and electronics, announced it is acquiring a
24.9 percent share in its Novo Mesto, Slovenia joint venture called
TPV Johnson Controls. The acquisition of these additional shares
gives Johnson Controls a 74.9 percent ownership stake, making it the
majority shareholder in the joint venture.

The joint venture is between Johnson Controls and the TPV Group,
and produces complete seating systems for the Renault assembly plant
in Novo Mesto. It was established in 1998.

"The Eastern European automotive market is showing dynamic growth,
and we see potential in this region," said Roch Thaller, vice
president and general manager Renault customer business unit, Johnson
Controls Automotive Experience. "We made a strategic decision to
acquire the majority position in our joint venture with the TPV Group
in order to further consolidate our presence in the Eastern European
market."

About Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls is a global diversified technology and industrial
leader serving customers in more than 150 countries. Our 162,000
employees create quality products, services and solutions to optimize
energy and operational efficiencies of buildings; lead-acid
automotive batteries and advanced batteries for hybrid and electric
vehicles; and interior systems for automobiles. Our commitment to
sustainability dates back to our roots in 1885, with the invention of
the first electric room thermostat. Through our growth strategies and
by increasing market share we are committed to delivering value to
shareholders and making our customers successful.

About Johnson Controls Automotive Experience

Johnson Controls is a global leader in automotive seating,
overhead systems, door and instrument panels, and interior
electronics. We support all major automakers in the differentiation
of their vehicles through our products, technologies and advanced
manufacturing capabilities. With 240 locations worldwide, we are
where our customers need us to be. Consumers have enjoyed the comfort
and style of our products, from single components to complete
interiors. With our global capability we supply approximately 50
million cars per year.

For more information, please contact:
Johnson Controls GmbH Automotive Experience
Industriestraße 20-30
51399 Burscheid Germany

Oliver Herkert
Tel.: +49 2174 65-4348
Fax: +49 2174 65-3219
E-mail: oliver.herkert@jci.com