The following Press Release was sent by Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. to its dealers: Many of you have called conveying your thoughts and prayers for Kawasakis staff and family members in Japan, as well as the hundreds of thousands of Japanese citizens who have been affected by the tragedy. Your concern is both appreciated and heartfelt. The primary disaster area is centered near Sendai, which is 185miles northeast of Tokyo. Kawasakis Akashi factory is located 400miles southwest of that location. Fortunately, the Akashi/Kobe area where KHI offices and factory are located did not experience any direct effects from the earthquake. The people of Japan will continue to face immediate hardships; the situation there is changing daily. The companies that operate there, like Kawasaki, will continue to monitor the situation and will be prepared to adjust business operations as dictated by circumstances. Again, we want to thank you for your concerns. As more information becomes available we will provide you with updates. Sincerely, Tak Teranishi, President, Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
