2013/3/4 - AMP Electric Vehicles Inc. Enters Into Agreement to Acquire Assets of Workhorse(R) Brand From Navistar International Affiliate

AMP plans to produce Step-Vans and other vehicle types using the former Workhorse Custom Chassis plant in Union City, Indiana. A specific timetable to re-open the Workhorse® plant will be announced as the transition occurs and order backlogs are established.

With this acquisition AMP will be positioned to be the first truck OEM in the United States to offer a range of alternative fuel vehicles produced in an automated assembly plant. By offering an all-electric Workhorse® chassis along with gasoline-powered, and alternative-fuel powered models, AMP will become a premier OEM capable of building alternative fuel vehicles for the commercial market. AMP's vehicles will be sold and supported through the existing Workhorse® network of 440 dealers.

Steve Burns, CEO of AMP said, "Our acquisition of the Workhorse assets will enable us to continue producing the premium-quality chassis that Workhorse is known for while giving us the perfect platform for our battery-electric power-train technology. It makes good strategic sense for us and we expect to be well positioned to meet the ever increasing demands of the market."

About AMP Holding Inc.

AMP Holding is the parent company of Amp Electric Vehicles, a manufacturer of electric drive systems for medium-duty class 3-6 commercial truck platforms. AMP Electric Vehicles, Inc. was founded in 2007 by entrepreneurs who have created several hi-tech companies. The AMP team is comprised of top automotive industry veterans and business executives. AMP has been focused on the electrification of fleet vehicles, including medium-duty class 3-6 trucks and vans. Over the past several years, the company's vehicle electrification technology has provided new solutions to America's energy demands. For additional information visit http://www.ampelectricvehicles.com

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SOURCE: AMP Holding Inc.

For Additional Information please contact:

Martin Rucidlo: 513-310-3460: martin(dot)rucidlo(at)ampelectricvehicles(dot)com

Daniel Zito: 513-300-5910: dan(dot)zito(at)ampelectricvehicles(dot)com

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