Autoliv Honored by Daimler

Autoliv Honored by Daimler

(Stockholm, April 6, 2009) - - - Autoliv (NYSE: ALV and SSE: ALIV), the
worldwide leader in automotive safety systems - was recognized by Daimler AG,
and its Mercedes-Benz Cars & Vans division, as one of the winners of the
automaker's Supplier Awards 2009. The honor recognizes top suppliers in five
different categories for their performance during the past years. This is the
first time since 2007 that the awards were presented.

Autoliv receives Daimler's Supplier Award 2009 in the “Interior” category for
its “development expertise and highly constructive cooperation with Daimler AG”.
The Award is an acknowledgment of Autoliv as  “technological pioneers in
occupants protection systems, driving assistance systems and active safety
systems”.

Peter Koppe, Vice President Global Business Unit Daimler, received the award on
behalf of Autoliv. “We are very honored to receive this award from Daimler and
we would like to thank Daimler for recognizing the contributions that our
employees make towards its success” said Mr. Koppe.  

Daimler's supplier network foundation is based on four pillars: Quality,
technology creativity, cost and supply and Autoliv is committed to top
performance in these areas. In addition to these pillars, there are now three
more categories added Daimler's valuation of suppliers: Fairness, reliability
and trust.  

Inquiries: 
Peter Koppe, VP Global Daimler Business, Autoliv Inc., Tel +49 4121 797 5131
Henrik Kaar, Director Corporate Communications, Autoliv Inc., Tel +46-(8) 587 20
614


Autoliv Inc., the worldwide leader in automotive safety systems, develops and
manufactures automotive safety systems for all major automotive manufacturers in
the world. Together with its joint ventures, Autoliv has 80 facilities with
approximately 37,000 employees in 28 vehicle-producing countries. In addition,
the Company has technical centers in eleven countries around the world, with 21
test tracks, more than any other automotive safety supplier. Sales in 2008
amounted to US $6.5 billion. The Company's shares are listed on the New York
Stock Exchange (NYSE: ALV) and its Swedish Depository Receipts on the OMX Nordic
Exchange in Stockholm (ALIVsdb).