VISTA, Calif., July 3, 2008 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- HRE Performance Wheels (www.hrewheels.com), a leading designer and manufacturer of high-quality forged aluminum custom wheels, today announced it received confirmation from TUV that the Quality Management System employed by the Company in the manufacture of its wheel products meets the requirements of the applicable international (ECE-ONU regulations), European (EC Directives) and German Motor Traffic Agency (KBA-StVZO) road traffic legislation.
The verification confirms that HRE Performance Wheels adheres to strict quality guidelines in the manufacture of its 3-piece and 1-piece (Monoblok) forged aluminum wheels. This achievement will allow HRE to legally sell into Germany and other countries that use the TUV standard as a basis for allowing automotive products from foreign companies to enter their markets.
"This achievement makes a strong statement to our customers and the industry regarding our quality practices," said Evan Kinsella, president of HRE Performance Wheels. "This places HRE in very select company worldwide as TUV is regarded as the benchmark for automotive industry quality practices."
TUV (www.tuv.com) is a leading provider of technical services worldwide. Since foundation, TUV has been developing and certifying safe and sustainable solutions for the challenges arising from the interaction between man, the environment and technology.
HRE Performance Wheels is TUV verified and one of the most respected manufacturers of forged custom alloy wheels in the world. The company offers a wide selection of wheels in custom sizes, finishes and colors through a network of authorized retailers across the country. The HRE brand was built on the principles of performance, leading-edge quality, precision fit and incomparable style. Every HRE wheel is manufactured in the United States and custom-built by the finest craftsmen using the latest state-of-the-art technology. HRE integrates its engineering, design and manufacturing functions within a single facility to ensure that each HRE wheel meets the exacting standards of the company's discriminating customers. The company was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in Vista, Calif. More information is available at www.hrewheels.com.