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DETROIT

American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc. (AAM), which is traded as AXL on the NYSE, today announced that it designed and manufactured the rear-steer I-Ride(TM) chassis module for the Cadillac Sixteen concept vehicle unveiled at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan on January 5, 2003.

The innovative rear-steer I-Ride chassis module integrates into a complete driveline system with an independent rear differential, sub-frame and aluminum control arm knuckles. The module was designed to provide the Cadillac with a quiet ride, enhanced maneuverability, and superior high-speed handling.

"With its focus on real-world performance criteria, the Cadillac Sixteen incorporates a number of advanced design parameters utilizing aluminum and an innovative design architecture which address issues of fuel economy and emissions," says AAM Co-Founder, Chairman & CEO Richard E. Dauch. "We are a proven Tier One systems integrator, as demonstrated by our work with numerous suppliers in the development of our I-Ride modules. GM's selection of AAM to provide this module for its Cadillac Sixteen concept vehicle, is consistent with our desire to proactively demonstrate our advanced technology and design capabilities as we have done with our Advanced Technology Showcase fleet over the past three years."

AAM is a world leader in the manufacture, engineering, design and validation of driveline systems and related components and modules, chassis systems and forged products for trucks, buses, sport utility vehicles and passenger cars. In addition to its 14 locations in the United States (in Michigan, New York and Ohio), AAM also has offices and facilities in Brazil, England, Germany, Japan, Mexico and Scotland.

Certain statements contained in this press release which are not historical facts contain forward-looking information with respect to the Company's plans, projections or future performance, the occurrence of which involves risk and uncertainties that could cause the company's actual results or plans to differ materially from those expected by the company which include risk factors described in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

  For more information ...

  Media relations contact           Investor relations contact
  Carrie L.P. Gray                  David J. Demos
  Director, Corporate Relations     Vice President, Investor Relations
  (313) 974-2598                    (313) 974-3074
  grayc@aam.com                     demosd@aam.com

  Or visit the AAM website at www.aam.com

SOURCE: American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc.

CONTACT: Media relations: Carrie L.P. Gray, Director, Corporate Relations, +1-313-974-2598, grayc@aam.com , or Investor relations: David J. Demos, Vice President, Investor Relations, +1-313-974-3074, demosd@aam.com

Web site: http://www.aam.com/

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