AUBURN HILLS, MICH., – ATE, part of the interior division of Continental Corporation, announced that it has established an award to recognize the sales efforts of its national sales representatives. New Jersey, USA based Capoli Sales are the recipients of the 2007 "Manufacturers' Representative Firm of the Year" award.

"Capoli and Sons have helped us to achieve outstanding sales results and improve our ATE brand recognition with customers," said David Mestdagh, Director, North American Aftermarket, Continental Automotive Systems.  "Their dedication and visibility also supported our goal of commitment to our customers and we are happy to name them as the first recipients of this award."

The award acknowledges manufacturer’s representatives for their efforts in achieving sales targets and new business growth as well as delivering exceptional sales prospect and overall product support. "We're honored to be recognized by ATE for our work in 2007," said Chick Capoli. "We pride ourselves in adding value to Continental's sales efforts and promoting the features and benefits of the ATE PremiumOne® brake products that they market."

ATE will present the award to Capoli Sales at their 1st QTR 2008 national sales meeting.

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