Volume commercial production of new GoFlo™CNG-80
compressor planned for 2018

BEND, Ore.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#NGV–Onboard Dynamics (ObDI), an innovator in alternative refueling
technologies, today announced the launch of its GoFlo™ CNG-80
mobile natural gas compressor for commercial use. To meet the
anticipated worldwide demand, ObDI has formed a strategic business
relationship with Linamar Corporation, a diversified global
manufacturing company, to provide expanded capabilities as the exclusive
manufacturer of the GoFlo product.

“We believe the lower cost and flexibility of our mobile natural gas
compressor will greatly increase the attractiveness of operating
vehicles, especially trucks and buses, on clean, abundant, inexpensive
domestic natural gas,” said Rita Hansen, CEO of Onboard Dynamics.
“Because it is self-powered, the GoFlo compressor provides cost saving
and new capabilities to the CNG industry.”

The compression capacity of the GoFlo CNG-80 compressor makes it
cost-effective for smaller fleets of compressed natural gas (CNG)
vehicles, as well as for the initial deployment of CNG vehicles in
larger fleets. Because of the compressor’s modular design, fleet
operators can expand their CNG vehicle inventory by adding GoFlo units
as demand increases, without needing costly electrical power
upgrades. The GoFlo compressor is also easy to relocate in the event
that a CNG fleet needs to be redeployed, and the unit can serve as a
backup to dedicated CNG refueling stations. In addition, freedom from
electricity strengthens the operating reliability of CNG fleets in the
event of a natural disaster.

With the support of the U.S. Department of Energy ARPA-E program, the
technology on which the GoFlo CNG-80 system is based has been under
development for nearly four years. A limited number of GoFloCNG-80
systems will be available for delivery the second quarter of 2018 before
production ramps up the second half of the year.

“Linamar’s manufacturing capabilities, commercialization expertise, and
customer relationships are invaluable to our efforts at Onboard
Dynamics,” said Hansen. “With its technical know-how rooted in the
expertise of McLaren Engineering, the Linamar team has already sped up
the timeline for achieving necessary volume capability.”

About Onboard Dynamics, Inc.

Onboard
Dynamics, Inc. seeks to lower fuel costs and carbon emissions by
removing barriers to driving natural gas-powered vehicles. Its product
line integrates natural gas compression into automotive engines,
allowing cost-effective compression of natural gas from any low pressure
supply line or renewable natural gas source. Founded in 2013, Onboard
Dynamics is based in Bend, Oregon. Several patents covering the
company’s innovative technologies are being pursued.

About Linamar Corporation

Linamar Corporation (TSX:LNR) is a diversified global manufacturing
company of highly engineered products powering vehicles, motion, work
and lives. The Company is made up of 2 operating segments – the
Powertrain/Driveline segment and the Industrial segment, which are
further divided into 5 operating groups – Machining & Assembly, Light
Metal Casting, Forging, Skyjack and Agriculture, all world leaders in
the design, development and production of highly engineered products.
The Company’s Machining & Assembly, Light Metal Casting and Forging
operating groups focus on precision metallic components, modules and
systems for powertrain, driveline and body systems designed for global
electrified and traditionally powered vehicle and industrial markets.
The Company’s Skyjack and Agriculture operating groups are noted for
their innovative, high quality mobile industrial equipment, notably its
class-leading aerial work platforms, telehandlers and agricultural
equipment. With more than 25,700 employees in 59 manufacturing
locations, 6 R&D centers and 21 sales offices in 17 countries in North
and South America, Europe and Asia, Linamar generated sales of $6.0
billion in 2016. For more information about Linamar Corporation and its
industry leading products and services, visit www.linamar.com
or follow the company on Twitter at @LinamarCorp.

Contacts

Onboard Dynamics
Abby Meyer, 541-550-3632 ext. 703
[email protected]