Lippert Components Designated Exclusive Supplier of Reese “Goose Box” Pin Box by Cequent Performance Products

GOSHEN, Ind., Aug. 16, 2011 /PRNewswire/ –Lippert Components, Inc., a
subsidiary of Drew Industries Incorporated (NYSE: DW) and a leading supplier of
components for the RV industry, announced today that it has been designated the
exclusive supplier to the RV industry of Cequent Performance Products’
innovative new patent pending Reese® “Goose Box(TM)” adaptor for gooseneck
hitches.

“The Goose Box is a great solution for fifth-wheel RV users who prefer to use
gooseneck hitches,” said Jason Lippert, CEO of Lippert Components. “We are very
pleased with the results of the thorough testing of the Goose Box, which
demonstrates that it is compatible with our RV frame. As a result, the proper
installation of a Goose Box pin box will be acceptable under our RV frame
warranty.”

The airbag technology used in the Goose Box reduces the stress transferred to
the RV frame. The combination of the airbag, dual shocks and rubber bumpers used
in the Goose Box provides multi-directional shock absorption for a smoother
driving experience that RV enthusiasts will greatly appreciate.

About Lippert Components and Kinro

Lippert Components and Kinro, Inc., its sister company, subsidiaries of Drew
Industries Incorporated (NYSE: DW) supply a broad array of components for RVs
and manufactured homes, including chassis, chassis parts, RV slide-out
mechanisms, axles, upholstered furniture, mattresses, windows, doors, and
thermoformed products. Additional information about Lippert Components and Kinro
can be found at www.LCI1.com and www.Kinro.com.

SOURCE Drew Industries Incorporated