May 8, 2006

FOR RELEASE:  Immediately

CTS Commences Manufacturing Operations in Czech Republic

Elkhart, IN…CTS Corporation (NYSE: CTS) a global leader in automotive position sensors, actuators and subsystems, commenced manufacturing operations last week in its new facility located in Ostrava, Czech Republic.

In October of 2005, CTS announced plans to move into the region by mid-2006. Jeff McCurley, Vice President and General Manager of CTS Automotive Products commented, “Thanks to our partners at CzechInvest, CTP, The Source Network, the local Czech government and our own dedicated employees, CTS was able to launch production ahead of schedule. The Ostrava facility has significantly increased CTS’ ability to serve our European customers.”

About CTS Automotive Products
CTS Automotive Products designs and manufactures sensors, actuators and subsystems used in powertrain, safety, suspension, fuel and emissions control systems for automotive manufacturers worldwide. The Company manufactures automotive and related products in Elkhart, Indiana; Toronto, Canada; Glasgow, Scotland; Ostrava, Czech Republic; Matamoros, Mexico; Kaohsiung, Taiwan; and Dongguan, China.
 

About CTS
CTS is a leading designer and manufacturer of electronic components and sensors and a provider of electronics manufacturing services (EMS) to OEMs in the automotive, computer, communications, medical and industrial markets. CTS manufactures products in North America, Europe and Asia. CTS' stock is traded on the NYSE under the ticker symbol "CTS.” 
 

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