Johnson Controls honored with 'Supplier of the Year' and 'Concept Interior of the Year' awards

Burscheid (ots) -

Leading automotive supplier receives two awards at Automotive
Interiors Expo 2012 in Stuttgart, Germany

Johnson Controls, a global leader in automotive interiors and
electronics, received two awards at the Automotive Interiors Expo
2012 in Stuttgart. An independent jury of 14 international automobile
journalists voted the company 'Supplier of the Year'. In addition,
the company's ComfortThin seating concept, developed with Harrison
Spinks Ltd., was voted best interior concept of the year.

"We are very proud to have won these awards, especially among a
field of our leading competitors," said Beda Bolzenius, president
Johnson Controls Automotive Experience. "Awarded by a jury of leading
automotive journalists, they confirm our consistent focus on
technology and innovation."

The jury cited Johnson Controls´ acquisition strategy and focus on
technology as the reasons for recognizing the company with the
'Supplier of the Year' award. With the recent acquisitions of Keiper,
Recaro Automotive Seating and C. Rob. Hammerstein, Johnson Controls
has integrated leading technology companies into its automotive
seating and seating components segment.

"These transactions have enabled Johnson Controls to secure a
strategic and technological competitive edge for the vehicle seating
business and thus strengthen its market position," said Dean
Slavnich, chairman of the judging panel of the Automotive Interiors
Expo Awards 2012. "Further confirmation of the company's innovative
strength can be found in the ComfortThin seat developed with Harrison
Spinks Ltd., which we recognized with the 'Concept Interior of the
Year' award."

By integrating the pocket spring technology of luxury mattress
manufacturer Harrison Spinks Ltd. into its seats, Johnson Controls
has developed a totally new vehicle seating concept. Offering the
same comfort for all occupants, regardless of their size, the
backrests are up to 20 percent thinner and lighter than conventional
polyurethane foam backrests. Thanks to its thin profile, the
ComfortThin seat creates approximately 35 millimeters of extra knee
and leg room for rear seat passengers, especially in smaller
vehicles.

Alternatively, with the same amount of space, a vehicle fitted
with ComfortThin seats can be shortened by 35 millimeters amounting
to weight savings of approximately 4.5 kg in the bodyshell of a lower
medium segment vehicle.

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.

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you would like more
information:
Johnson Controls GmbH
Automotive Experience
Industriestraße 20-30
51399 Burscheid Germany

Ulrich Andree
Tel.: +49 2174 65-4343
Fax: +49 2174 65-3219
E-mail: ulrich.andree@jci.com