Annual Report 2010
Superior Industries International, Inc.
SUPERIOR INDUSTRIES INTERNATIONAL
is one of the world’s largest OEM suppliers of
aluminum road wheels for the global automotive
industry.
Headquartered in Van Nuys, California, Superior
operates five manufacturing facilities employing
approximately 3,500 people in the United States
and Mexico.
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SUPERIOR INDUSTRIES INTERNATIONAL, INC.
ANNUAL REPORT 2010
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Dear Fellow Shareholders:
For Superior, 2010 was an exciting year. The company achieved sharp
improvement in financial results when compared to a challenging 2009. Recovery
of the automotive sector was evidenced by strong demand from virtually all of
our customers, which positively impacted our business.
We were able to outpace the general industry recovery, with our unit sales volume
climbing 54 percent while production of passenger cars and light-duty vehicles
in North America increased 40 percent. Moreover, our operational response to
the recovery was exceptional, as we achieved significant volume growth despite
having closed a number of facilities in 2009 and late 2008 in reaction to difficult
market conditions at the time.
Net sales for 2010 advanced to $719.5 million from $418.8 million in the prior
year, and net income rose to $51.6 million, or $1.93 per diluted share, from a net
loss of $94.1 million, or $3.53 per share, for 2009.
The company’s balance sheet remains strong, with no bank or other interest-
bearing debt. At the end of the year, working capital was $311.1 million,
including cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments of $151.6 million,
both improved from balances at the end of 2009.
As I look at the strong rebound in financial results for 2010, I think first of the
incredible commitment exhibited by the Superior team and the many challenges
they faced over the last three years. The speed at which the U.S. economy and
automotive market contracted beginning in 2008 was unprecedented. As in
many other industries and businesses, we were forced to make difficult decisions,
including closing factories and reducing our workforce. The company’s financial
results in both 2008 and 2009 reflected the negative impact of these tough
decisions, despite our continued prudent cash management.
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Then along came 2010, a period of recovery, which occurred almost as rapidly
as the immediately preceding recession. Once again, the Superior team faced a
great challenge. This time, however, our test was how to meet rapidly growing
demand for our products with fewer factories, a smaller workforce and little
time to act. Our entire organization dedicated themselves by working endless
hours, weekends and overtime throughout the year. We operated our factories at
consistently high utilization rates in order to meet our customer commitments.
Our strong turnaround reflects the tireless efforts of our people, the benefits of
prior restructuring actions and our strong position in the market.
During the past 12 months, we took several important steps to position Superior
for the future. After a thorough evaluation, we divested our equity stake in
Suoftec Light Metal Products Production & Distribution Ltd., our joint venture
manufacturing facility in Hungary. Shortly thereafter, we acquired shares of
privately-owned Synergies Castings Limited, an aluminum wheel manufacturer
in India. We believe this investment has the potential to be an excellent long-term
investment opportunity, given the dynamic and growing automotive market in
that region.
In May 2010, Margaret S. Dano was elected as Lead Director by a unanimous vote
of the company’s independent, non-executive directors. Margaret has served on
Superior’s board since January 2007. She chairs the Nominating and Corporate
Governance Committee and serves on the Audit Committee. Margaret has
brought to Superior extensive senior-level experience gained from serving some
of the best respected, industry-leading companies in the world. Her leadership
and guidance will continue to contribute to the future growth and development
of the company.
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In October 2010, we further strengthened our senior management team with the
addition of Kerry A. Shiba as Chief Financial Officer. Kerry’s experience in the
automotive supply and aluminum fabricating industries, along with his extensive
financial and manufacturing acumen, makes him ideally qualified for his role with
Superior.
The immediate challenge ahead is a good one to have—namely, responding to
continued recovery in the market for our products. We will strive for excellence as
a hallmark of our operations. Key objectives will focus on improving operational
efficiency to increase factory throughput and, in the longer term, mitigate the
impact of ongoing price pressure in a highly competitive environment. Today, as
2011 unfolds with the economic and automotive industry recovery well underway,
we remain committed to pursue opportunities with the ultimate goal of enhancing
shareholder value.
On behalf of the entire executive management team and board of directors, I extend
deep appreciation to our shareholders, employees and customers for their continued
loyalty, confidence and support.
Sincerely,
Steven J. Borick
Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
Fiscal Year Ended December 31,
2010
2009
2008
2007
2006
Statement of Operations ($ - 000s)
Net sales
Gross profit (loss)
Impairments of long-lived assets
Income (loss) from operations
Income (loss) from continuing operations
before income taxes and equity earnings
Income tax (provision) benefit
Equity earnings (loss)
Net income (loss)
Balance Sheet ($ - 000s)
Current assets
Current liabilities
Working capital
Total assets
Long-term debt
Shareholders' equity
Financial Ratios
Current ratio
Long-term debt/total capitalization
Return on average shareholders' equity
Share Data
Net income (loss)
- Basic
- Diluted
Shareholders' equity at year-end
Dividends declared
719,500
89,237
1,153
59,799
57,483
(2,993)
(2,847)
51,643
381,612
70,538
311,074
572,442
-
413,482
5.4:1
0.0%
13.1%
418,846
(10,169)
11,804
(44,618)
(43,255)
(26,047)
(24,840)
(94,142)
308,132
66,776
241,356
541,853
-
373,272
4.6:1
0.0%
-22.3%
754,894
6,577
18,501
(37,668)
(28,573)
1,778
742
(26,053)
319,289
62,201
257,088
628,539
-
471,593
5.1:1
0.0%
-5.1%
956,892
32,492
-
3,321
10,200
(6,263)
5,355
9,292
356,079
95,596
260,483
729,922
-
550,573
3.7:1
0.0%
1.7%
$
$
$
$
1.93
1.93
15.40
0.640
$
$
$
$
(3.53)
(3.53)
14.00
0.640
$
$
$
$
(0.98)
(0.98)
17.68
0.640
$
$
$
$
0.35
0.35
20.67
0.640
$
$
$
$
789,862
8,740
4,470
(21,409)
(16,088)
285
5,004
(10,799)
346,593
112,083
234,510
712,505
-
563,114
3.1:1
0.0%
-1.8%
(0.41)
(0.41)
21.16
0.640
QUARTERLY COMMON STOCK PRICE INFORMATION
First Quarter
Second Quarter
Third Quarter
Fourth Quarter
2010
2009
2008
High
Low
High
Low
High
Low
$
$
$
$
16.50
18.06
17.50
21.96
$
$
$
$
13.56
13.84
12.55
16.65
$
$
$
$
13.03
15.92
17.00
16.69
$
$
$
$
8.19
11.42
13.48
12.81
$
$
$
$
21.77
23.04
20.46
19.91
$
$
$
$
16.06
17.23
15.67
8.33
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UNITED STATES(cid:2)
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION(cid:2)
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FORM 10-K(cid:2)
ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934(cid:2)
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ANNUAL REPORT ON FORM 10-K
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Business.(cid:2)
Risk Factors.(cid:2)
Unresolved Staff Comments.
Properties.(cid:2)
Legal Proceedings.(cid:2)
Reserved.(cid:2)
Executive Officers of the Registrant.
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Selected Financial Data.(cid:2)
Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk.
Financial Statements and Supplementary Data.
Changes in and Disagreements With Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure.
Controls and Procedures.(cid:2)
Other Information.(cid:2)
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(cid:2) Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations.
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Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance.
Executive Compensation.(cid:2)
Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder
Matters.(cid:2)
Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence.(cid:2)
Principal Accountant Fees and Services.
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Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules.
Valuation and Qualifying Accounts.
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PART I(cid:2)
Item 1(cid:2)
Item 1A(cid:2)
Item 1B(cid:2)
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PART II(cid:2)
Item 5(cid:2)
Item 6(cid:2)
Item 7(cid:2)
Item 7A(cid:2)
Item 8(cid:2)
Item 9(cid:2)
Item 9A(cid:2)
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PART III(cid:2)
Item 10(cid:2)
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Item 14(cid:2)
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PART IV(cid:2)
Item 15(cid:2)
Schedule II(cid:2)
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SIGNATURES(cid:2)
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CAUTIONARY STATEMENT REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION(cid:2)
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Certain statements contained in “Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations,”
“Letter to Shareholders” and elsewhere in this report constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section
27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Act of 1934. These forward-looking statements are
based upon management's current expectations, estimates, assumptions and beliefs concerning future events and conditions
and may discuss, among other things, anticipated future performance (including sales and earnings), expected growth, future
business plans and costs and potential liability for environmental-related matters. Any statement that is not historical in
nature is a forward-looking statement and may be identified by the use of words and phrases such as “expects,” “anticipates,”
“believes,” “will,” “will likely result,” “will continue,” “plans to” and similar expressions.(cid:2)
Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are
necessarily subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors, many of which are outside the control of the Company, that could
cause actual results to differ materially from such statements and from the Company's historical results and experience.
These risks, uncertainties and other factors include, but are not limited to, those risks described in Item 1A – Risk Factors of
this Annual Report on Form 10-K and elsewhere in the Annual Report and those described from time to time in our future
reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.(cid:2)
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Readers are cautioned that it is not possible to predict or identify all of the risks, uncertainties and other factors that may
affect future results and that the above list should not be considered to be a complete list. Any forward-looking statement
speaks only as of the date on which such statement is made, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise
any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. (cid:2)
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PART I
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ITEM 1 - BUSINESS(cid:2)
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General Development and Description of Business(cid:2)
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Headquartered in Van Nuys, California, the principal business of Superior Industries International, Inc. (referred to herein as
the “company” or in the first person notation “we,” “us” and “our”) is the design and manufacture of aluminum road wheels
for sale to original equipment manufacturers (OEM). The company was initially incorporated in Delaware in 1969 and
reincorporated in California in 1994, as the successor to three businesses founded by Louis L. Borick, Founding Chairman
and a Director of the company. These businesses had been engaged in the design, manufacture and sale of automotive
accessories and related aftermarket products since 1957. All of the aftermarket businesses were sold or discontinued by the
end of 2002. Our entry into the OEM aluminum road wheel business in 1973 resulted from our successful development of
manufacturing technology, quality control and quality assurance techniques that enabled us to satisfy the quality and volume
requirements of the OEM market for aluminum road wheels. The first aluminum road wheel for a domestic OEM customer
was a Mustang wheel for Ford Motor Company (Ford).(cid:2)
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We are now one of the largest suppliers of cast aluminum wheels to the world's leading automobile and light truck
manufacturers, with wheel manufacturing operations in the United States and Mexico. Customers in North America represent
the principal market for our products. In addition, the majority of our net sales to international customers by our North
American facilities are delivered primarily to such customers’ assembly operations in North America. Our OEM aluminum
road wheels are sold for factory installation, or as optional or standard equipment on many vehicle models, to Ford, General
Motors (GM), Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler), BMW, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Subaru, Toyota and Volkswagen. We currently
supply cast aluminum wheels for many North American model passenger cars and light trucks.(cid:2)
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The company's chief operating decision maker (CODM) is the Chief Executive Officer because he has final authority over
performance assessment and resource allocation decisions. The CODM evaluates both consolidated and disaggregated
financial information for each of the company's business units in deciding how to allocate resources and assess performance.
Each manufacturing facility manufactures the same products, ships product to the same group of customers, utilizes the same
cast manufacturing process and as a result, production can generally be transferred amongst our facilities. Accordingly, we
operate as a single integrated business and, as such, have only one operating segment - automotive wheels. Financial
information about this segment and geographic areas is contained in Note 2 - Business Segments in Notes to Consolidated
Financial Statements in Item 8 - Financial Statements and Supplementary Data of this Annual Report.(cid:2)
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The availability and demand for aluminum wheels are subject to unpredictable factors, such as changes in the general
economy, the automobile industry, gasoline prices, consumer credit availability and interest rates. Beginning with the third
quarter of 2008, the automotive industry was negatively impacted by the continued dramatic shift away from full-size trucks
and SUVs caused by continuing high fuel prices, rapidly rising commodity prices and the tightening of consumer credit due
to the then deteriorating financial markets. Accordingly, our OEM customers announced unprecedented restructuring
actions, including assembly plant closures, significant reductions in production of light trucks and SUVs, delayed launches of
key 2009 model-year light truck programs and movement toward more fuel-efficient passenger cars and cross-over type
vehicles. These restructuring actions culminated in the bankruptcy reorganization of Chrysler and GM in 2009. Following
steep declines in 2009, automotive markets have experienced significant recovery in 2010, especially in North America.
According to Ward's Automotive Group, production of automobiles and light-duty trucks in North America reached 11.9
million vehicles in 2010, an increase of 3.3 million, or 39 percent, from 8.6 million in 2009. Conversely, 2009 production
decreased 4.0 million, or 32 percent, from 12.6 million in 2008. This relatively recent history from 2008 to 2010 reflects the
high degree of volatility that our customers and the market for our products can experience. (cid:2)
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While we historically have had long-term relationships with our customers and our supply arrangements are generally for
multi-year periods, maintaining such long-term arrangements on terms acceptable to us has become increasingly difficult.
Despite recovery of the market for our products in 2010, global competitive pricing pressures continue to affect our business
negatively as our customers maintain and/or further develop alternative supplier options. We are engaged in ongoing
programs to reduce our own costs through improved operational and procurement practices in an attempt to mitigate the
impact of these pricing pressures. However, these improvement programs may not be sufficient to offset the adverse impact
of ongoing pricing pressures and potential reductions in customer demand in future periods. Additional factors such as
inconsistent customer ordering patterns, increasing product complexity and heightened quality standards also are making it
increasingly more difficult to reduce our costs. It is also possible that as we incur costs to implement improvement strategies,
the initial impact on our financial position, results of operations and cash flow may be negative.(cid:2)
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We have taken significant steps in the past to reduce our overall costs, including rationalizing our production capacity in
response to the late 2008 and 2009 announcements by our major customers of assembly plant closures and sweeping
production cuts, particularly in the light truck and SUV platforms. In August 2008, we announced the planned closure of our
wheel manufacturing facility located in Pittsburg, Kansas, and workforce reductions in our other North American plants,
resulting in the layoff of approximately 665 employees and the elimination of 90 open positions. On January 13, 2009, we
also announced the planned closure of our Van Nuys, California wheel manufacturing facility, thereby eliminating an
additional 290 jobs. The Kansas and California facilities ceased operations in December 2008 and June 2009, respectively. (cid:2)
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Due to the deteriorating financial condition of our major customers and others in the automotive industry in 2009, we
performed quarterly impairment analyses on all of our long-lived assets throughout 2009, in accordance with Generally
Accepted Accounting Principles in the United States of America (U.S. GAAP). Based on these analyses, we concluded
during the first quarter of 2009 that estimated future undiscounted cash flows of our Fayetteville, Arkansas manufacturing
facility would not be sufficient to recover the carrying value of our long-lived assets attributable to that facility. As a result,
we recorded a pretax asset impairment charge against earnings totaling $8.9 million during the first quarter of 2009, reducing
the $18.2 million carrying value of certain assets at this facility to their respective estimated fair values. The estimated fair
values of the long-lived assets at our Fayetteville, Arkansas manufacturing facility were based, in part, on the estimated fair
values of comparable properties. See Note 15 – Impairment of Long-Lived Assets and Other Charges in Notes to
Consolidated Financial Statements in Item 8 - Financial Statements and Supplementary Data of this Annual Report for a
further discussion of the impairment of our Fayetteville, Arkansas manufacturing facility.(cid:2)
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Additionally, our 50 percent-owned joint venture in Hungary was also affected by these same economic conditions. As a
result, management of the joint venture had performed quarterly impairment analyses on all of its long-lived assets in
accordance with U.S. GAAP. During the fourth quarter of 2009, this analysis indicated that the estimated undiscounted
future cash flows were not sufficient to cover the carrying value of the asset group, which resulted in an impairment of the
long-lived assets of the group. We recorded our share of the charge, or $14.4 million, in our equity in earnings (losses) from
joint ventures during the fourth quarter of 2009. During the second quarter of 2010, we sold our investment in Suoftec Light
Metal Products Production & Distribution Ltd (Suoftec), our joint venture manufacturing facility in Hungary. See Note 6 -
Investment in Joint Ventures in Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements in Item 8 - Financial Statements and
Supplementary Data of this Annual Report for a further discussion of the sale of Suoftec.(cid:2)
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Raw Materials(cid:2)
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The raw materials used in producing our products are readily available and are obtained through numerous suppliers with
whom we have established trade relations. We purchase aluminum for the manufacture of our aluminum road wheels, which
accounted for substantially all of our total raw material requirements during 2010. The majority of our aluminum
requirements are met through purchase orders with several major domestic and foreign producers. Generally, the orders are
fixed as to minimum and maximum quantities of aluminum, which the producers must supply during the term of the orders.
During 2010, we were able to successfully secure aluminum commitments from our primary suppliers to meet production
requirements and we anticipate being able to source aluminum requirements to meet our expected level of production in
2011. We procure other raw materials through numerous suppliers with whom we have established trade relationships.(cid:2)
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When market conditions warrant, we may also enter into purchase commitments to secure the supply of certain commodities
used in the manufacture of our products, such as aluminum, natural gas and other raw materials. We currently have several
purchase commitments in place for the delivery of natural gas through 2012. These natural gas contracts are considered to be
derivatives under U.S. GAAP, and when entering into these contracts, it was expected that we would take full delivery of the
contracted quantities of natural gas over the normal course of business. Accordingly, at inception, these contracts qualified
for the normal purchase, normal sale (NPNS) exemption provided for under U.S. GAAP. As such, we do not account for
these purchase commitments as derivatives unless there is a change in facts or circumstances in regard to the company's
intent or ability to use the contracted quantities of natural gas over the normal course of business. See Note 11 -
Commitments and Contingent Liabilities in Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements in Item 8 - Financial Statements and
Supplementary Data of this Annual Report for further discussion of natural gas contracts.(cid:2)
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Seasonal Variations(cid:2)
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The automotive industry is cyclical and varies based on the timing of consumer purchases of vehicles, which in turn vary
based on a variety of factors such as general economic conditions, availability of consumer credit, interest rates and fuel
costs. While there have been no significant seasonal variations in the past few years, production schedules in our industry
can vary significantly from quarter to quarter to meet the scheduling demands of our customers. (cid:2)
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Customer Dependence(cid:2)
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We have proven our ability to be a consistent producer of quality aluminum wheels with the capability to meet our customers'
price, quality, delivery and service requirements. We strive to continually enhance our relationships with our customers
through continuous improvement programs, not only through our manufacturing operations but in the engineering, wheel
development and quality areas as well. These key business relationships have resulted in multiple vehicle supply contract
awards with our key customers over the past year. (cid:2)
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Ford, GM and Chrysler were our only customers accounting for more than 10 percent of our consolidated net sales in 2010.
Sales to GM, as a percentage of consolidated net sales and in dollars, were 33 percent, or $236.9 million, in 2010; 34 percent,
or $143.4 million, in 2009; and 40 percent, or $298.1 million, in 2008. Sales to Ford, as a percentage of consolidated net
sales and in dollars, were 33 percent, or $239.6 million, in 2010; 35 percent, or $146.1 million, in 2009; and 28 percent, or
$213.5 million, in 2008. Sales to Chrysler, as a percentage of consolidated net sales and in dollars, were 14 percent, or $97.7
million, in 2010; 12 percent, or $52.0 million, in 2009; and 14 percent, or $107.0 million, in 2008. (cid:2)
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The loss of all or a substantial portion of our sales to Ford, GM or Chrysler would have a significant adverse effect on our
financial results, unless the lost sales volume could be replaced. However, based on our lack of ability to control industry
volatility and given the continued competitive intensity in the market for our products, we cannot provide any assurance that
any lost sales volume could be replaced despite historical relationships with our customers.(cid:2)
Net Sales Backlog(cid:2)
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We receive OEM purchase orders to produce aluminum road wheels typically for multiple model years. These purchase
orders are for vehicle wheel programs that usually last three to five years. However, customers can impose competitive
pricing provisions in those purchase orders each year, thereby reducing our profit margins or increasing the risk of our losing
future sales under those purchase orders. We manufacture and ship based on customer release schedules, normally provided
on a weekly basis, which can vary due to cyclical automobile production or high dealer inventory levels. Accordingly, even
though we have purchase orders covering multiple model years, weekly release schedules can vary with customer demand,
thus our management does not believe that our firm backlog is a meaningful estimate of future operating results.(cid:2)
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Competition(cid:2)
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The market for aluminum road wheels is highly competitive based primarily on price, technology, quality, delivery and
overall customer service. We are one of the leading suppliers of aluminum road wheels for OEM installations in the world.
We supply approximately 30 to 35 percent of the aluminum wheels installed on passenger cars and light trucks in North
America. Competition is global in nature with growing exports from Asia into North America. There are several competitors
with facilities in North America, none of which represent greater than 10 percent of the total North American production
capacity. See additional comments concerning competition in Item 1A - Risk Factors of this Annual Report below. Other
types of road wheels, such as those made of steel also compete with our products. According to Ward's Automotive Group,
the aluminum wheel installation rate on passenger cars and light trucks in the U.S. was 65 percent for the 2010 model year
compared to 64 percent for the 2009 model year and 65 percent for the 2008 model year. Aluminum wheel installation rates
have increased to this level since the mid-1980s, when this rate was only 10 percent. However, we expect the more recent
trend of slow growth or no growth in aluminum wheel installation rates to continue. Despite the 2010 recovery in overall
demand for our products, the rationalization of our production capacity in late 2008 and 2009 also will limit our ability to
increase our market share. In addition, our ability to grow in the future may be negatively impacted by continued customer
pricing pressures and overall economic conditions that impact the sales of passenger cars and light trucks, such as continued
fluctuating fuel prices and constraints on available consumer credit.(cid:2)
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Research and Development(cid:2)
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Our policy is to continuously review, improve and develop our engineering capabilities to satisfy our customer requirements
in the most efficient and cost effective manner available. We strive to achieve this objective by attracting and retaining top
engineering talent and by maintaining the latest state-of-the-art computer technology to support engineering development. A
fully staffed engineering center, located in Fayetteville, Arkansas, supports our research and development manufacturing
needs. We also have a technical center in Detroit, Michigan, that maintains a complement of engineering staff centrally
located near our largest customers' headquarters, engineering and purchasing offices.(cid:2)
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Research and development costs (primarily engineering and related costs), which are expensed as incurred, are included in
cost of sales in the consolidated statements of operations. Amounts expended on research and development costs during each
of the last three years were $4.9 million in 2010; $3.1 million in 2009; and $4.7 million in 2008. The decrease experienced in
2009 was due to closure of our engineering center in Van Nuys, California, and the reduction of wheel program development
activities in that year.(cid:2)
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Government Regulation(cid:2)
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Safety standards in the manufacture of vehicles and automotive equipment have been established under the National Traffic
and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966. We believe that we are in compliance with all federal standards currently applicable
to OEM suppliers and to automotive manufacturers.(cid:2)
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Environmental Compliance(cid:2)
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Our manufacturing facilities, like most other manufacturing companies, are subject to solid waste, water and air pollution
control standards mandated by federal, state and local laws. Violators of these laws are subject to fines and, in extreme cases,
plant closure. We believe our facilities are substantially in compliance with all standards presently applicable. However,
costs related to environmental protection may grow due to increasingly stringent laws and regulations. The cost of
environmental compliance was approximately $0.4 million in 2010; $0.7 million in 2009; and $1.0 million in 2008. We
expect that future environmental compliance expenditures will approximate these levels and will not have a material effect on
our consolidated financial position. (cid:2)
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Employees(cid:2)
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As of December 31, 2010, we had approximately 3,500 full-time employees in our North American operations compared to
approximately 3,000 employees at December 31, 2009. Our joint venture manufacturing facility in Hungary, which was sold
in June 2010, employed approximately 500 full-time employees at December 31, 2009. None of our employees are part of a
collective bargaining agreement.(cid:2)
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Fiscal Year End(cid:2)
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Our fiscal year is the 52- or 53-week period ending on the last Sunday of the calendar year. The fiscal years 2010, 2009, and
2008 comprised the 52-week periods ended December 26, 2010, December 27, 2009 and December 28, 2008, respectively.
For convenience of presentation, all fiscal years are referred to as beginning as of January 1 and ending as of December 31,
but actually reflect our financial position and results of operations for the periods described above. (cid:2)
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Available Information(cid:2)
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Our Annual Report on Form 10-K, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, current reports on Form 8-K and other information
statements, and any amendments thereto are available, without charge, on or through our website www.supind.com under
“Investor”, as soon as reasonably practicable after they are filed electronically with the Securities and Exchange Commission
(SEC). The public may read and copy any materials filed with the SEC at the SEC's Public Reference Room at 100 F Street,
NE, Washington, DC 20549. Information on the operation of the Public Reference Room can be obtained by calling the SEC
at 1-800-SEC-0330. The SEC also maintains a website, www.sec.gov, which contains these reports, proxy and information
statements and other information regarding the company. Also included on our website, www.supind.com under “Investors”
is our Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, which, among others, applies to our Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial
Officer and Chief Accounting Officer, and our SEC filings. Copies of all SEC filings and our Code of Business Conduct and
Ethics are also available, without charge, upon request from Superior Industries International, Inc., Shareholder Relations,
7800 Woodley Avenue, Van Nuys, CA 91406.(cid:2)
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ITEM 1A – RISK FACTORS(cid:2)
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The following discussion of risk factors contains “forward-looking” statements, which may be important to understanding
any statement in this Annual Report or elsewhere. The following information should be read in conjunction with Item 7 -
Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations (MD&A) and Item 8 - Financial
Statements and Supplementary Data of this Annual Report. (cid:2)
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Our business routinely encounters and addresses risks and uncertainties. Our business, results of operations and financial
condition could be materially adversely affected by the factors described below. Discussion about the important operational
risks that our businesses encounter can also be found in the MD&A section and in the business description in Item 1 -
Business of this Annual Report. Below, we have described our present view of certain risks and uncertainties we face.
Additional risks and uncertainties not presently known to us, or that we currently do not consider significant, could also
potentially impair our business, results of operations and financial condition. Our reactions to these risks and uncertainties as
well as our competitors' reactions will affect our future operating results. (cid:2)
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Risks Relating To Our Company(cid:2)
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Current Economic and Financial Market Conditions - Global economic and financial market conditions, including severe
disruptions in the credit markets and potential weakness, stalling or even reversal in the recovery from global economic
recession, may materially and adversely affect our results of operations and financial condition. These conditions had a
significant negative impact in 2009 on the automotive industry generally and the financial stability of our customers,
suppliers and other parties with whom we do business. Specifically, the impact of these volatile and negative conditions may
include: decreased demand for automobiles and our products; negative impact on the financial position of our OEM
customers; our decreased ability to accurately forecast future product trends and demand; and a negative impact on our ability
to timely collect receivables from our customers and, conversely, reductions in the level and tightening of terms of trade
credit available to us.(cid:2)
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Automotive Industry Trends – The majority of our sales are made in domestic U.S. markets and almost exclusively within
North America. Therefore, our financial performance depends largely on conditions in the U.S. automotive industry, which
in turn can be affected significantly by broad economic and financial market conditions as noted above. Consumer demand
for automobiles is subject to considerable volatility as a result of consumer confidence in general economic conditions, levels
of employment and prevailing wages, fuel prices and the availability of consumer credit. As previously discussed, our results
for fiscal year 2009 were negatively impacted by severe reductions in customer demand. In reaction to the steep decline in
demand in 2009, a significant number of our customers announced restructuring actions, including bankruptcy
reorganizations, planned assembly plant closures, delays in launching key 2009 model-year light truck programs, and other
actions to accelerate movement toward more fuel-efficient passenger cars and crossover-type vehicles. Although 2010 has
witnessed significant recovery in demand for vehicles and our products, the events of 2009 demonstrate the degree to which
industry volatility can occur and be beyond the control of industry participants. There can be no assurances that industry
recovery occurring in 2010 will continue or that negative reversal of such recovery, including the degree of such reversal,
will not occur in the future. (cid:2)
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Customer Concentration - GM, Ford and Chrysler, together represented approximately 80 percent of our total wheel sales in
2010. During 2009, both Chrysler and GM were forced to reorganize their businesses under Chapter 11 of the U.S.
Bankruptcy Code. While the reorganizations of GM and Chrysler have been aided in-part by the 2010 recovery of vehicle
demand, there can be no assurances as to the future success of these reorganizations. There also can be no assurances that
other restructurings within the automotive industry will not occur and negatively affect the company.
Furthermore, our OEM customers are not required to purchase any minimum amount of products from us. The contracts we
have entered into with most of our customers provide that we will provide wheels for a particular vehicle model, rather than
for manufacturing a specific quantity of products. Such contracts range from one year to the life of the model (usually three
to five years), typically are non-exclusive, and do not require the purchase by the customer of any minimum number of
wheels from us. Therefore, a significant decrease in demand for certain key models or group of related models sold by any of
our major customers, or a decision by a manufacturer not to purchase from us, or to discontinue purchasing from us, for a
particular model or group of models, could have a material adverse effect on us.(cid:2)
Difficulties Associated with Fixed Capacity Levels – As a result of increased consumer demand for automobiles, as well as
actions previously taken by us to rationalize the costs associated with our business, we operated our business at near full
capacity levels for much of 2010. Our ability to increase manufacturing capacity may require significant investments in
equipment and personnel. To the extent that we make investments to increase manufacturing capacity and demand for our
products is not sustained, our results of operations and financial condition may be adversely affected. Conversely, if we
choose not to make investments to increase manufacturing capacity, our ability to meet customer demand for our products
and increase revenues may be adversely affected.
Expiration of Government Programs - The federal government has, during past episodes of significant economic weakness,
enacted various measures to support the financial health of the automotive industry, including the provision of emergency
financing to Chrysler and GM, including in connection with their Chapter 11 bankruptcy restructurings, the Car Allowance
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Rebate System (also known as “cash for clunkers”) and other programs designed to increase consumer spending. There are
no assurances that federal or state governments will enact similar programs during future periods of economic weakness, and
the failure of federal or state governments to do so could have an adverse effect on our business.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Global Pricing Pressure – Our OEM customers typically attempt to qualify more than one wheel supplier for the programs
we participate on and for future programs we may bid on. Multiple sourcing capability and available competitive
manufacturing capacity continues to exert downward pressure on pricing. These competitive pressures are expected to
continue and may result in decreased sales volumes and unit price reductions, resulting in lower revenues, gross profit and
operating income and cash flows.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Additionally, the vehicle market is highly competitive at the OEM level, which drives continual cost-cutting initiatives by our
customers. Our OEM customers historically have reacted by exerting significant leverage over their outside suppliers.
Customer concentration, relative supplier fragmentation and product commoditization have translated into continual pressure
from OEMs to reduce the price of our products. If we are unable to generate sufficient production cost savings in the future
to offset price reductions, our gross margin, rate of profitability and cash flows would be adversely affected. In addition,
changes in OEMs' purchasing policies or payment practices could have an adverse effect on our business. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
Competition - The automotive component supply industry is highly competitive, both domestically and internationally.
Competition is based primarily on price, technology, quality, delivery and overall customer service. Some of our competitors
are companies, or divisions or subsidiaries of companies that are larger and have greater financial and other resources than
we do. We cannot ensure that our products will be able to compete successfully with the products of these competitors.
Furthermore, the rapidly evolving nature of the markets in which we compete has attracted new entrants, particularly in low
cost countries. As a result, our sales levels and margins are being adversely affected by pricing pressures caused by such new
entrants, especially in low-cost foreign markets, such as China. Such new entrants with lower cost structures pose a
significant threat to our ability to compete internationally and domestically. These factors led to selective sourcing of future
business by our customers to foreign competitors in the past and they may continue to do so in the future. In addition, any of
our competitors may foresee the course of market development more accurately than we are able to, develop products that are
superior to our products, have the ability to produce similar products at a lower cost than we do, or adapt more quickly than
we do to new technologies or evolving customer requirements. As a result, our products may not be able to compete
successfully with their products. As a result of highly competitive market conditions in our industry, a number of our
competitors have been forced to seek bankruptcy protection. These competitors may emerge and in some cases have
emerged from bankruptcy protection with stronger balance sheets and a desire to gain market share by offering their products
at a lower price than our products, which would have an adverse impact on our financial condition and results of operations
and cash flows.(cid:2)
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Dependence on Third-Party Suppliers and Manufacturers - Generally, we obtain our raw materials, supplies and energy
requirements from various sources. Although we currently maintain alternative sources, our business is subject to the risk of
price increases and periodic delays in delivery. Fluctuations in the prices of raw materials may be driven by the
supply/demand relationship for that commodity or governmental regulation. In addition, if any of our suppliers seek
bankruptcy relief or otherwise cannot continue their business as anticipated, the availability or price of raw materials could be
adversely affected. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
Although we are able to periodically pass aluminum cost increases onto our customers, we may not be able to pass along all
changes in aluminum costs and our customers are not obligated to accept energy or other supply cost increases that we may
attempt to pass along to them. In addition, fixed price natural gas contracts that expire in the future may expose us to higher
costs that cannot be immediately recouped in selling prices. This inability to pass on these cost increases to our customers
could adversely affect our operating margins and cash flow, possibly resulting in lower operating income and profitability.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Unexpected Production Interruptions - An interruption in production capabilities at any of our facilities as a result of
equipment failure, interruption of raw material or other supplies, labor disputes or other reasons could result in our inability
to produce our products, which would reduce our sales and operating results for the affected period. We have, from time to
time, undertaken significant re-tooling and modernization initiatives at our facilities which in the past have caused, and in the
future may cause, unexpected delays and plant underutilization, and such adverse consequences may continue to occur as we
continue to modernize our production facilities. In addition, we generally deliver our products only after receiving the order
from the customer and thus do not hold large inventories. In the event of a stoppage in production at any of our
manufacturing facilities, even if only temporary, or if we experience delays as a result of events that are beyond our control,
delivery times could be severely affected. Any significant delay in deliveries to our customers could lead to returns or
cancellations and cause us to lose future sales, as well as expose us to claims for damages. Our manufacturing facilities are
also subject to the risk of catastrophic loss due to unanticipated events such as fires, earthquakes, explosions or violent
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weather conditions. We have in the past and may in the future experience plant shutdowns or periods of reduced production
as a result of facility modernization initiatives, equipment failure, delays in deliveries or catastrophic loss, which could have
a material adverse effect on our results of operations or financial condition.
It also is possible that our customers may experience production delays for a variety of reasons, which in-part could include
supply-chain disruption for parts other than wheels that negatively affect assembly rates of vehicles using our parts,
equipment breakdowns or other events affecting assembly rates that impact us, work stoppages or slow-downs at factories
where our products are consumed, or even catastrophic events such as fires, disruptive weather conditions or natural
disasters.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Valuation of Deferred Tax Assets - During 2009, we established a valuation allowance against all of our domestic deferred
tax assets and against our foreign net operating loss carryforwards. If we are unable to look to future taxable income as a
source of income we may be required to record further valuation allowances in the future. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
Dependence on Key Personnel - Our success depends in part on our ability to attract, hire, train, and retain qualified
managerial, engineering, sales and marketing personnel. We face significant competition for these types of employees in our
industry. We may be unsuccessful in attracting and retaining the personnel we require to conduct our operations successfully.
In addition, key personnel may leave us and compete against us. Our success also depends to a significant extent on the
continued service of our senior management team. We may be unsuccessful in replacing key managers who either resign or
retire. The loss of any member of our senior management team or other experienced senior employees could impair our
ability to execute our business plans and strategic initiatives, cause us to lose customers and experience reduced net sales, or
lead to employee morale problems and/or the loss of other key employees. In any such event, our financial condition, results
of operations, internal control over financial reporting, or cash flows could be adversely affected.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Effective Internal Control Over Financial Reporting - Management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate
internal control over financial reporting. Many of our key controls rely on maintaining a sufficient complement of personnel
with an appropriate level of accounting knowledge, experience and training in the application of accounting principles
generally accepted in the United States of America in order to operate effectively. During the fourth quarter of 2010, we
identified two material weaknesses in our internal accounting controls, and additional material weaknesses or other
deficiencies may be identified in the future. If we are unable to remediate our existing material weaknesses in a timely
matter, or fail to attract, hire, train and retain a sufficient complement of qualified personnel required to operate these controls
effectively our financial statements may contain material misstatements, unintentional errors, or omissions and late filings
with regulatory agencies may occur. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
Impact of Aluminum Pricing - The cost of aluminum is a significant component in the overall cost of a wheel and a portion of
our selling prices to OEM customers is attributable to the cost of aluminum. The price for aluminum we purchase is adjusted
monthly based generally on changes in certain published market indices. Our selling prices are adjusted periodically based
upon aluminum market price changes, but the timing of such adjustments are based on specific customer agreement and can
vary from monthly, to quarterly to semi-annually. In addition, the timing of aluminum price adjustments flowing through
sales rarely will match the timing of such changes in cost. This is especially true during periods of frequent increases or
decreases in the market price of aluminum and when a portion of our aluminum purchases is via long-term fixed purchase
agreements. Accordingly, our gross profit is subject to fluctuations, since the change in the product selling prices related to
the cost of aluminum does not necessarily match the change in the aluminum raw material purchase prices during the period
being reported, which may have a material adverse effect on our operating results for the period being reported.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Legal Proceedings - The nature of our business subjects us to litigation in the ordinary course of our business. We are
exposed to potential product liability and warranty risks that are inherent in the design, manufacture and sale of automotive
products, the failure of which could result in property damage, personal injury or death. Accordingly, individual or class
action suits alleging product liability or warranty claims could result. Although we currently maintain what we believe to be
suitable and adequate product liability insurance in excess of our self-insured amounts, we cannot assure you that we will be
able to maintain such insurance on acceptable terms or that such insurance will provide adequate protection against potential
liabilities. In addition, if any of our products prove to be defective, we may be required to participate in a recall involving
such products. A successful claim brought against us in excess of available insurance coverage, if any, or a requirement to
participate in any product recall, could have a material adverse effect on our results of operations or financial condition. We
cannot assure you that any current or future claims will not adversely affect our cash flows, financial condition or results of
operations. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
Implementation of New Systems - We implemented a new enterprise resource planning system as of the beginning of the
second quarter of 2010. We encountered technical and operating difficulties during and following the implementation
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process, as our employees learned and operated the new system which is critical to the management of and reporting of
results for our operations. The difficulties we encountered affected our internal control over financial reporting and also
prevented us from effectively reporting our financial results in a timely manner. Any similar disruption while implementing
other new systems could have a material adverse impact on our financial condition, cash flows or results of operations. In
addition, the costs incurred in correcting any errors or problems with the new system could be substantial.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Implementation of Operational Improvements - As part of our ongoing focus on being a low-cost provider of high quality
products, we continually analyze our business to further improve our operations and identify cost-cutting measures. Our
continued analysis may include identifying and implementing opportunities for: (i) further rationalization of manufacturing
capacity; (ii) streamlining of marketing and general and administrative overhead; (iii) implementation of lean manufacturing
and Six Sigma initiatives; or (iv) efficient investment in new equipment and technologies and the upgrading of existing
equipment. We may be unable to successfully identify or implement plans targeting these initiatives, or fail to realize the
benefits of the plans we have already implemented, as a result of operational difficulties, a weakening of the economy or
other factors.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Cost reductions may not fully offset decreases in the prices of our products due to the time required to develop and
implement cost reduction initiatives. In addition, fixed price natural gas contracts that expire in the future years may expose
us to higher costs that cannot be immediately recouped in selling prices. The impact of these factors on our future financial
position and results of operations may be negative, to an extent that cannot be predicted, and we may not be able to
implement sufficient cost saving strategies to mitigate any future impact.(cid:2)
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New Product Introduction - In order to effectively compete in the automotive supply industry, we must be able to launch new
products to meet our customers' demand in a timely manner. We cannot ensure, however, that we will be able to install and
certify the equipment needed to produce products for new product programs in time for the start of production, or that the
transitioning of our manufacturing facilities and resources to full production under new product programs will not impact
production rates or other operational efficiency measures at our facilities. In addition, we cannot ensure that our customers
will execute on schedule the launch of their new product programs, for which we might supply products. Our failure to
successfully launch new products, or a failure by our customers to successfully launch new programs, could adversely affect
our results.(cid:2)
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Technological and Regulatory Changes - Changes in legislative, regulatory or industry requirements or in competitive
technologies may render certain of our products obsolete or less attractive. Our ability to anticipate changes in technology
and regulatory standards and to successfully develop and introduce new and enhanced products on a timely basis will be a
significant factor in our ability to remain competitive. We cannot ensure that we will be able to achieve the technological
advances that may be necessary for us to remain competitive or that certain of our products will not become obsolete. We are
also subject to the risks generally associated with new product introductions and applications, including lack of market
acceptance, delays in product development and failure of products to operate properly.(cid:2)
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International Operations - We manufacture a significant portion of our products in Mexico and recently made a minor
investment in a wheel manufacturing company in India. Accordingly, we sell our products throughout the world.
Unfavorable changes in foreign cost structures, trade protection laws, policies and other regulatory requirements affecting
trade and investments, social, political, labor, or economic conditions in a specific country or region, including foreign
exchange rates, difficulties in staffing and managing foreign operations and foreign tax consequences, among other factors,
could have a negative effect on our business and results of operations.(cid:2)
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Foreign Currency Fluctuations - Due to the growth of our operations outside of the United States, we have experienced
increased foreign currency gains and losses in the ordinary course of our business. As a result, fluctuations in the exchange
rate between the U.S. dollar, the Mexican peso and any currencies of other countries in which we conduct our business may
have a material impact on our financial condition as cash flows generated in other currencies will be used, in part, to service
our U.S. dollar-denominated creditors.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
In addition, fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates may affect the value of our foreign assets as reported in U.S.
dollars, and may adversely affect reported earnings and, accordingly, the comparability of period-to-period results of
operations. Changes in currency exchange rates may affect the relative prices at which we and our foreign competitors sell
products in the same market. In addition, changes in the value of the relevant currencies may affect the cost of certain items
required in our operations. We cannot ensure that fluctuations in exchange rates will not otherwise have a material adverse
effect on our financial condition or results of operations, or cause significant fluctuations in quarterly and annual results of
operations.(cid:2)
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Environmental Matters - We are subject to various foreign, federal, state and local environmental laws, ordinances, and
regulations, including those governing discharges into the air and water, the storage, handling and disposal of solid and
hazardous wastes, the remediation of soil and groundwater contaminated by hazardous substances or wastes, and the health
and safety of our employees. Under certain of these laws, ordinances or regulations, a current or previous owner or operator
of property may be liable for the costs of removal or remediation of certain hazardous substances on, under, or in its property,
without regard to whether the owner or operator knew of, or caused, the presence of the contaminants, and regardless of
whether the practices that resulted in the contamination were legal at the time they occurred. The presence of, or failure to
remediate properly, such substances may adversely affect the ability to sell or rent such property or to borrow using such
property as collateral. Persons who generate, arrange for the disposal or treatment of, or dispose of hazardous substances may
be liable for the costs of investigation, remediation or removal of these hazardous substances at or from the disposal or
treatment facility, regardless of whether the facility is owned or operated by that person. Additionally, the owner of a site
may be subject to common law claims by third parties based on damages and costs resulting from environmental
contamination emanating from a site. We believe that we are in material compliance with environmental laws, ordinances and
regulations and do not anticipate any material adverse effect on our earnings or competitive position relating to
environmental matters. It is possible, however, that future developments could lead to material costs of environmental
compliance for us. The nature of our current and former operations and the history of industrial uses at some of our facilities
expose us to the risk of liabilities or claims with respect to environmental and worker health and safety matters which could
have a material adverse effect on our financial health. We are also required to obtain permits from governmental authorities
for certain operations. We cannot ensure that we have been or will be at all times in complete compliance with such permits.
If we violate or fail to comply with these permits, we could be fined or otherwise sanctioned by regulators. In some instances,
such a fine or sanction could be material. In addition, some of our properties are subject to indemnification and/or cleanup
obligations of third parties with respect to environmental matters. However, in the event of the insolvency or bankruptcy of
such third parties, we could be required to bear the liabilities that would otherwise be the responsibility of such third parties.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Climate change legislation or regulations restricting emission of “greenhouse gases” could result in increased operating costs
and reduced demand for the vehicles that use our product. On December 15, 2009, the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA) published its findings that emissions of carbon dioxide, methane and other “greenhouse gases” present an
endangerment to public health and the environment because emissions of such gases are, according to the EPA, contributing
to warming of the earth's atmosphere and other climatic changes. These findings allow the EPA to adopt and implement
regulations that would restrict emissions of greenhouse gases under existing provisions of the federal Clean Air Act.
Accordingly, the EPA has proposed regulations that would require a reduction in emissions of greenhouse gases from motor
vehicles and could trigger permit review for greenhouse gas emissions from certain stationary sources. In addition, on
October 30, 2009, the EPA published a final rule requiring the reporting of greenhouse gas emissions from specified large
greenhouse gas emission sources in the United States, including facilities that emit more than 25,000 tons of greenhouse
gases on an annual basis, beginning in 2011 for emissions occurring in 2010. At the state level, more than one-third of the
states, either individually or through multi-state regional initiatives, already have begun implementing legal measures to
reduce emissions of greenhouse gases. The adoption and implementation of any regulations imposing reporting obligations
on, or limiting emissions of greenhouse gases from, our equipment and operations or from the vehicles that use our product
could adversely affect demand for those vehicles or require us to incur costs to reduce emissions of greenhouse gases
associated with our operations.(cid:2)
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We incur significant costs to comply with applicable environmental, health and safety laws and regulations in the ordinary
course of our business. Given the nature of our operations and the extensive environmental, public health and safety
regulatory framework, the clear course of action is to place more restrictions and limitations on activities that may be
perceived to affect the environment. Management expects environmental laws and regulations to impose increasingly
stringent requirements upon the company and the industry in the future. Such regulation changes may have a significant
impact on our cash flows, financial condition and results of operations.(cid:2)
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ITEM 1B – UNRESOLVED STAFF COMMENTS
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ITEM 2 – PROPERTIES(cid:2)
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Our worldwide headquarters is located in leased office space in Van Nuys, California. We currently maintain and operate a
total of five facilities that produce aluminum wheels for the automotive industry, located in Arkansas and Chihuahua,
Mexico. These five facilities encompass 2,466,000 square feet of manufacturing space and 30,000 square feet of office space.
We own all of our facilities with the exception of one warehouse in Rogers, Arkansas, and our worldwide headquarters
located in Van Nuys, California that are leased. We ceased wheel manufacturing operations in our Johnson City, Tennessee
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facility, totaling 301,500 square feet, at the end of the first quarter of 2007. Additionally, we ceased wheel manufacturing
operations in our Pittsburg, Kansas facility, totaling 492,000 square feet during the fourth quarter of 2008. Both of these
properties are currently available for sale. In June 2009, we terminated the lease arrangement for our Van Nuys, California
manufacturing and warehousing facilities, totaling 318,000 square feet.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
In general, these facilities, which have been constructed at various times over the past several years, are in good operating
condition and are adequate to meet our productive capacity requirements. There are active maintenance programs to keep
these facilities in good condition, and we have an active capital spending program to replace equipment as needed to keep
technologically competitive on a worldwide basis.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Additionally, reference is made to Note 1 - Summary of Significant Accounting Policies, Note 5 - Property, Plant and
Equipment and Note 8 - Leases and Related Parties, in Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements in Item 8 - Financial
Statements and Supplementary Data of this Annual Report.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
ITEM 3 - LEGAL PROCEEDINGS(cid:2)
(cid:2)
We are party to various legal and environmental proceedings incidental to our business. Certain claims, suits and complaints
arising in the ordinary course of business have been filed or are pending against us. Based on facts now known, we believe
all such matters are adequately provided for, covered by insurance, are without merit, and/or involve such amounts that
would not materially adversely affect our consolidated results of operations, cash flows or financial position. See also “Legal
Proceedings” under Item 1A – Risk Factors of this Annual Report.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
10
(cid:2)
ITEM 4 - RESERVED
(cid:2)
EXECUTIVE OFFICERS OF THE REGISTRANT(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Information regarding executive officers who are also Directors is contained in our 2011 Annual Proxy Statement under the
caption “Election of Directors.” Such information is incorporated into Part III, Item 10 – Directors, Executive Officers and
Corporate Governance. With the exception of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), all executive officers are appointed
annually by the Board of Directors and serve at the will of the Board of Directors. For a description of the CEO’s
employment agreement, see “Employment Agreements” in our 2010 Annual Proxy Statement, which is incorporated herein
in reference.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Listed below are the name, age, position and business experience of each of our officers who are not directors:(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Name(cid:2)
Robert D. Bracy(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Robert A. Earnest(cid:2)
Assumed
Position
Position
2005
2007
Age
49
63
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Emil J. Fanelli(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Stephen H. Gamble(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Parveen Kakar(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Michael J. O’Rourke(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Razmik Perian(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Kerry A. Shiba(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Gabriel Soto(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Cameron Toyne(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
68
56
44
49
53
56
62
51
Senior Vice President, Facilities
(cid:2)
Vice President, General Counsel and(cid:2)
Corporate Secretary
Director, Tax and Legal and Corporate Secretary(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Vice President and Corporate Controller(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Vice President, Treasurer
(cid:2)
Senior Vice President, Corporate Engineering and
Product Development(cid:2)
Vice President, Program Development(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Executive Vice President, Sales, Marketing and
Operations(cid:2)
Senior Vice President, Sales and Administration(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Chief Information Officer
(cid:2)
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer(cid:2)
Director - Ramsey Industries LLC.
Director - Universal Building Products, Inc.
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer -
Remy International
(cid:2)
Vice President, Mexico Operations
(cid:2)
Vice President, Supply Chain Management(cid:2)
Vice President, Purchasing
Director of Purchasing
11
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
2006
2001
2006
2008
2003
2009
2003
2006
2010
2010
2009
2006
2004
2008
2007
2004
(cid:2)
PART II
(cid:2)
ITEM 5 - MARKET FOR REGISTRANT'S COMMON EQUITY, RELATED STOCKHOLDER(cid:2)
MATTERS AND ISSUER PURCHASES OF EQUITY SECURITIES
(cid:2)
Our common stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (symbol: SUP). We had approximately 530 shareholders of
record and 26.9 million shares issued and outstanding as of March 4, 2011.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
*Assumes the value of the investment in Superior Industries International common stock and each index was $100 on
December 31, 2005 and that all dividends were reinvested.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
2005(cid:2)
2006(cid:2)
2007(cid:2)
2008(cid:2)
2009(cid:2)
2010(cid:2)
Superior Industries
International, Inc.
Dow Jones(cid:2)
US Total(cid:2)
Market Index(cid:2)
Dow Jones
US Auto(cid:2)
Parts Index
(cid:2)
100.00 $
89.62 $
87.18 $
52.56 $
80.07 $
115.40 $
100.00(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
115.57(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
122.51(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
76.98(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
99.15(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
115.66(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
100.00
107.09
123.02
61.29
91.43
144.62
$
$
$
$
$
$
12
2009
High(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Dividends
(cid:2)
Cash dividends declared during 2010 and 2009 totaled $0.64 per share in each year and were paid on a quarterly basis.
Continuation of quarterly dividends is contingent upon various factors, including economic and market conditions, none of
which can be accurately predicted, and the approval of our Board of Directors.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Quarterly Common Stock Price Information(cid:2)
(cid:2)
The following table sets forth the high and low sales price per share of our common stock during the periods indicated.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
2010
(cid:2)
Low
Low
High
$
$
$
$
8.19
11.42
13.48
12.81
13.03 $
15.92 $
17.00 $
16.69 $
16.50 $
18.06 $
17.50 $
21.96 $
13.56(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
13.84(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
12.55(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
16.65(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2)
First Quarter(cid:2)
Second Quarter(cid:2)
Third Quarter(cid:2)
Fourth Quarter(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Purchases of Equity Securities by the Issuer and Affiliated Purchasers
(cid:2)
On March 17, 2000, the Board of Directors authorized the repurchase of 4.0 million shares of our common stock as part of
the 2000 Stock Repurchase Plan (Repurchase Plan). During the last two fiscal years, there were no repurchases of common
stock. As of December 31, 2010, approximately 3.2 million shares remained available for repurchase under the Repurchase
Plan.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Recent Sales of Unregistered Securities
(cid:2)
During the fiscal year 2010, there were no sales of unregistered securities.
(cid:2)
ITEM 6 - SELECTED FINANCIAL DATA
(cid:2)
The following selected consolidated financial data should be read in conjunction with Item 7 - Management's Discussion and
Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations and Item 8 - Financial Statements and Supplementary Data of this
Annual Report.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Our fiscal year is the 52- or 53-week period ending on the last Sunday of the calendar year. The fiscal years 2010, 2009,
2008 and 2007 comprised the 52-week periods ended December 26, 2010, December 27, 2009, December 28, 2008 and
December 30, 2007, respectively. The fiscal year 2006 comprised the 53-week period ended December 31, 2006. For
convenience of presentation, all fiscal years are referred to as beginning as of January 1 and ending as of December 31, but
actually reflect our financial position and results of operations for the periods described above.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
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(cid:2)
Fiscal Year Ended December 31,(cid:2)
Statement of Operations (000s)(cid:2)
Net sales(cid:2)
Gross profit (loss)(cid:2)
Impairments of long-lived assets(cid:2)
Income (loss) from operations(cid:2)
Income (loss) before income taxes(cid:2)
and equity earnings(cid:2)
Income tax (provision) benefit (1)(cid:2)
Equity earnings (loss) (2)(cid:2)
Net income (loss)(cid:2)
Balance Sheet (000s)(cid:2)
Current assets(cid:2)
Current liabilities(cid:2)
Working capital(cid:2)
Total assets(cid:2)
Long-term debt(cid:2)
Shareholders' equity(cid:2)
Financial Ratios(cid:2)
Current ratio (3)(cid:2)
Long-term debt/total capitalization (4)(cid:2)
Return on average shareholders' equity (5)(cid:2)
Share Data(cid:2)
Net income (loss)(cid:2)
- Basic(cid:2)
- Diluted(cid:2)
Shareholders' equity at year-end(cid:2)
Dividends declared(cid:2)
(cid:2)
2010
2009
2008
719,500(cid:2)
89,237(cid:2)
1,153(cid:2)
59,799(cid:2)
57,483(cid:2)
(2,993)
(2,847)
51,643(cid:2)
381,612(cid:2)
70,538(cid:2)
311,074(cid:2)
572,442(cid:2)
—(cid:2)
413,482(cid:2)
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
418,846(cid:2)
(10,169)
11,804(cid:2)
(44,618)
(43,255)
(26,047)
(24,840)
(94,142)
308,132(cid:2)
66,776(cid:2)
241,356(cid:2)
541,853(cid:2)
—(cid:2)
373,272(cid:2)
5.4:1
—%
13.1%
4.6:1
— %
(22.3)%
1.93(cid:2)
1.93(cid:2)
15.40(cid:2)
0.640(cid:2)
$
$
$
$
(3.53)
(3.53)
14.00(cid:2)
0.640(cid:2)
$
$
$
$
$ 754,894(cid:2)
6,577(cid:2)
18,501(cid:2)
(37,668)
(28,573)
1,778(cid:2)
742(cid:2)
(26,053)
$
$ 319,289(cid:2)
62,201(cid:2)
$
$ 257,088(cid:2)
$ 628,539(cid:2)
—(cid:2)
$
$ 471,593(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2)(cid:2)
5.1:1(cid:2)(cid:2)
— %(cid:2)(cid:2)
(5.1)%(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(0.98)
(0.98)
17.68(cid:2)
0.640(cid:2)
2007(cid:2)
2006
956,892(cid:2)(cid:2)
32,492(cid:2)(cid:2)
—(cid:2)(cid:2)
3,321(cid:2)(cid:2)
$ 789,862(cid:2)
8,740(cid:2)
4,470(cid:2)
(21,409)
10,200(cid:2)(cid:2)
(6,263(cid:2))
5,355(cid:2)(cid:2)
9,292(cid:2)(cid:2)
$
(16,088)
285(cid:2)
5,004(cid:2)
(10,799)
356,079(cid:2)(cid:2)
95,596 (cid:2)
260,483(cid:2)(cid:2)
729,922(cid:2)(cid:2)
—(cid:2)(cid:2)
550,573(cid:2)(cid:2)
$ 346,593(cid:2)
$ 112,083(cid:2)
$ 234,510(cid:2)
$ 712,505(cid:2)
—(cid:2)
$
$ 563,114(cid:2)
3.7:1
—(cid:2)%
1.7(cid:2)%
3.1:1
— %
(1.8)%
0.35(cid:2)(cid:2)
0.35(cid:2)(cid:2)
20.67(cid:2)(cid:2)
0.640(cid:2)(cid:2)
$
$
$
$
(0.41)
(0.41)
21.16(cid:2)
0.640(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2) $
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2) $
(cid:2)
(cid:2) $
(cid:2) $
(cid:2) $
(cid:2) $
(cid:2) $
(cid:2) $
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2) $
(cid:2) $
(cid:2) $
(cid:2) $
(cid:2)
(1) See Note 7 - Income Taxes in Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements in Item 7 - Financial Statements and Supplementary Data in
this Annual Report for a discussion of material items impacting the 2010 and 2009 income tax provisions.(cid:2)
(2) See Note 6 - Investments in Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements in Item 7 - Financial Statements and Supplementary Data in this
Annual Report for a discussion of material items impacting our 2010 and 2009 joint venture losses.(cid:2)
(3) The current ratio is current assets divided by current liabilities.(cid:2)
(4) Long-term debt/total capitalization represents long-term debt divided by the sum of total shareholders' equity plus long-term debt.(cid:2)
(5) Return on average shareholders' equity is net income (loss) divided by average shareholders' equity. Average shareholders' equity is the
beginning of the year shareholders' equity plus the end of year shareholders' equity divided by two.
(cid:2)
ITEM 7 - MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION(cid:2)
AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
(cid:2)
The following discussion of our financial condition and results of operations should be read in conjunction with our
Consolidated Financial Statements and the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements included in Item 8 - Financial
Statements and Supplementary Data in this Annual Report. This discussion contains forward-looking statements, which
involve risks and uncertainties. Our actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in the forward-looking
statements as a result of certain factors, including but not limited to those discussed in Item 1A - Risk Factors and elsewhere
in this Annual Report. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
14
(cid:2)
Executive Overview(cid:2)
(cid:2)
The significant recovery experienced in the North American automobile industry during 2010 resulted in a substantial
improvement in our operating results when comparing 2010 to 2009:(cid:2)
(cid:2)
· Unit shipments increased 54 percent, or 3.8 million, to approximately 11.0 million(cid:2)
· Wheels produced increased 64 percent, or 4.4 million, to approximately 11.2 million(cid:2)
· Total revenues increased 72 percent to $719.5 million from $418.8 million in 2009(cid:2)
· Gross profit increased $99.4 million to $89.2 million from a loss of $10.2 million a year ago(cid:2)
· Income from operations increased $104.4 million to $59.8 million from a loss of $44.6 million in 2009(cid:2)
· Net income and EPS increased to $51.6 million and $1.93 per diluted share from a net loss of $94.1 million and a loss
per share of $3.53 in 2009(cid:2)
The 2010 recovery in the North American automobile industry is evidenced in production rates of passenger cars and light
trucks. As reported by industry publications, passenger car and light truck production in 2010 increased by approximately 39
percent to 11.9 million, which compares to 8.6 million in 2009. Production of passenger cars increased 30 percent and
production of light trucks and SUVs increased 47 percent. This recovery follows a period of rapid deterioration in late 2008
and 2009, especially in the U.S. market which caused or resulted in:(cid:2)
(cid:2)
· Bankruptcy filings by two of our largest customers in 2009 - GM and Chrysler(cid:2)
· Extended 2009 shutdowns of certain of our customers light truck and SUV assembly plants(cid:2)
· Announcements by customers during 2009 of plans to discontinue certain product lines(cid:2)
· Lingering uncertainty as to the full extent of customer restructuring plans(cid:2)
· Year-over-year demand for our wheels declining over 50 percent in the first half of 2009(cid:2)
· Impairment charges recorded by the company totaling $11.8 million in 2009 and $18.5 million in 2008(cid:2)
· Plant closure related costs and natural gas mark-to-market adjustments recorded by the company in 2009 totaling
$21.5 million(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
The relatively dramatic changes in North American automobile industry conditions occurring during the last three fiscal years
provide a background important to consider when reviewing the company's performance over this same time period.
Accordingly, the comparisons below of 2010 operating results to those in 2009 are very favorable overall.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Listed in the table below are several key indicators we use to monitor our financial condition and operating performance.
(cid:2)
Results of Operations(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Fiscal Year Ended December 31,(cid:2)
(Thousands of dollars, except per share amounts)
Net sales(cid:2)
Gross profit(cid:2)
Percentage of net sales(cid:2)
Income (loss) from operations(cid:2)
Percentage of net sales(cid:2)
Net income (loss) from continuing operations(cid:2)
Percentage of net sales(cid:2)
Diluted earnings (loss) per share(cid:2)
2009(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2) 754,894(cid:2)
6,577(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2)
$ 418,846(cid:2)(cid:2)
$ (10,169(cid:2))(cid:2)
(22.5(cid:2))%(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(3.53(cid:2))(cid:2)
719,500(cid:2)
89,237(cid:2)
(3.5 )%
(0.98)
(cid:2) $(cid:2) (26,053)
(cid:2) $(cid:2) (37,668)
7.2 %
1.93(cid:2)
$ (94,142(cid:2))(cid:2)
$ (44,618(cid:2))(cid:2)
(10.7(cid:2))%(cid:2)(cid:2)
(2.4(cid:2))%(cid:2)(cid:2)
51,643(cid:2)
59,799(cid:2)
(5.0 )%
12.4 %
0.9 %
8.3 %
2008
2010
$
$
$
$
$
$
(cid:2)
Net Sales(cid:2)
(cid:2)
2010 versus 2009
(cid:2)
Consolidated net sales increased $300.7 million, or 72 percent, to $719.5 million in 2010 from $418.8 million in 2009.
Aluminum wheel sales increased $300.6 million in 2010 to $709.5 million from $408.9 million a year ago, a 74 percent
increase. Volume of wheels shipped in 2010 increased 3.8 million, or 54 percent, to 11.0 million from 7.2 million in 2009.
We fundamentally pass changes in aluminum price through to our customers. While the average total selling price of our
wheels in 2010 increased by 13 percent compared to 2009, the average price of the aluminum component of sales increased
by 26 percent in 2010 when compared to 2009. The aluminum price change accounted for $63.0 million of the wheel sales
15
(cid:2)
increase, while volume growth accounted for $218.8 million of the increase. The balance of the total wheel sales increase
primarily was due to the change in sales mix. Tooling reimbursement revenues were approximately $10.0 million in both
years.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
U.S. Operations(cid:2)
Consolidated net sales from our U.S. wheel plants increased $108.9 million, or 81 percent, to $243.2 million in 2010 from
$134.3 million in 2009. The 2010 net sales increase results primarily from a 61 percent increase in volume shipped, which
reflects strong recovery of demand for vehicles as well as our products. Although to a much lesser degree, higher prices of
aluminum also contributed to the net sales increase. The mix of sales from our U.S. and Mexico operations also was affected
by the June 2009 closure of our California wheel manufacturing facility and resulting shift of a portion of related production
to our Mexico plants. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
Mexico Operations(cid:2)
Net sales by our Mexican wheel plants increased $192.0 million, or 70 percent, to $464.9 million in 2010 from $272.9
million in 2009. The increase in net sales in 2010 compared to 2009 results primarily from a 50 percent increase in volume
shipped and, to a lesser degree, from higher prices for aluminum.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
When looking at our major customer mix, OEM unit shipment percentages were as follows:
(cid:2)
December 31,
Ford
GM
Chrysler
International customers
Total
2010
32%
32%
14%
22%
100%
2009
35%
34%
13%
18%
100%
2008
26%
39%
15%
20%
100%
(cid:2)
According to Ward's Auto Info Bank, overall North American production of passenger cars and light trucks in 2010 increased
approximately 39 percent, while production of the specific passenger cars and light trucks programs using our wheels
increased 41 percent. When compared to our 54 percent increase in total shipments, we gained additional share of both the
overall market and the portion of the market where we are qualified to participate on individual vehicle programs. When
looking separately at passenger cars versus light trucks and SUV's, our market share gains were larger for passenger cars than
for light trucks and SUVs. Production of passenger cars with our wheel programs increased 35 percent compared to our 57
percent increase in shipments. For light trucks and SUV's, vehicle production with our wheel programs increased 47 percent
compared to our 51 percent increase in shipments.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
According to Ward's Automotive Group, aluminum wheel installation rates on passenger cars and light trucks in the U.S. has
remained relatively flat for the years 2010 to 2008 -- 65 percent for the 2010 model year compared to 64 percent for the 2009
model year and 65 percent for the 2008 model year. Aluminum wheel installation rates have increased to the current level
since the mid-1980s, when this rate was only 10 percent. However, in recent years, this growth rate has slowed with the
aluminum wheel installation rate increasing only 13 percentage points cumulatively from 52 percent for the 1997 model year.
We expect the more recent trend of slow growth or no growth to continue. In addition, our ability to increase net sales and
sales volume in the future may be negatively impacted by continued customer pricing pressures, limits in our production
capacity and overall economic conditions that impact the sales of passenger cars and light trucks, such as continued
fluctuating fuel prices and a continued lack of available consumer credit.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
2009 versus 2008(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Consolidated net sales decreased $336.1 million, or 45 percent, to $418.8 million in 2009 from $754.9 million in 2008.
Aluminum wheel sales decreased $329.5 million in 2009 to $408.9 million from $738.4 million in 2008, a 45 percent
decrease. Unit shipments in 2009 decreased 3.2 million, or 31 percent, to 7.2 million from 10.4 million in 2008. The average
selling price of our wheels in 2009 decreased by 20 percent compared to 2008, as the average price of the aluminum
component in sales decreased by 16 percent in 2009 compared to the prior year. The decrease in unit shipments accounted
for $228.2 million of the wheel sales decline and the decrease in the average selling price related to the aluminum price
change accounted for $81.4 million of the wheel sales decline. The balance of the total wheel sales decrease was due to the
change in sales mix. Tooling reimbursement revenues were $10.0 million in 2009 compared to $16.5 million in 2008.(cid:2)
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(cid:2)
U.S. Operations(cid:2)
Consolidated net sales from our U.S. wheel plants decreased $272.0 million, or 67 percent, to $134.3 million in 2009 from
$406.3 million in 2008. The decrease in revenues in 2009 is directly attributable to a 58 percent decrease in unit shipments
and a lower average selling price due principally to a reduction in the price of aluminum. We closed our Kansas and
California plants in the U.S. in December 2008 and June 2009, respectively, and shifted a portion of production to our
Mexico plants which partially contributed to the decrease in unit shipments. The significant decreases in 2009 unit shipments
and revenues when compared to 2008 are attributable to the reduced consumer demand for automobiles and light trucks and
the shift of production from the U.S. to Mexico.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Mexico Operations(cid:2)
Net sales by our Mexican wheel plants decreased $57.9 million, or 18 percent, to $272.9 million in 2009 from $330.8 million
in 2008. The decrease in net sales in 2009 compared to 2008 is primarily attributable to the decrease in average aluminum
price, partially offset by the 4 percent increase in units shipped. In addition, changes in foreign exchange rates negatively
impacted net sales in 2009 by approximately 19 percent when comparing 2008 revenues to 2009.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Gross Profit (Loss)(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Consolidated gross profit for 2010 increased $99.4 million to $89.2 million, or 12 percent of net sales, which compares to a
gross loss of $(10.2) million, or (2) percent of net sales in 2009. As indicated above, unit shipments increased 3.8 million
units, or 54 percent, during 2010. Reflecting the significant increase in sales volume, wheel production in our five wheel
plants increased 67 percent compared with the same period a year ago. When combining the effect of increased sales volume
and the mid-2009 closure of our California production facility, our average plant utilization rate in 2010 increased 39
percentage points over the depressed level in 2009. Our plant utilization rate averaged over 90 percent during 2010 and
neared full practical capacity levels for much of the second half of the year. Total manufacturing expenses in the five wheel
plants in 2010 increased 51 percent as compared to the 67 percent increase in production in the same plants. This resulted in
a 9 percent reduction in the average cost to manufacture a wheel in 2010 when compared to a year ago. The additional gross
profit on the increased sales volume and the impact of improved cost leverage due to the higher production level in 2010
were the major factors contributing to the increased gross profit in 2010. If future production levels were to continue at or
near the same high levels experienced in the last half of 2010, it is uncertain whether the same level of profitability will be
maintained. Equipment maintenance requirements may be higher, sales mix may shift towards wheels requiring special and
more costly finishes, and lower margin wheel programs committed to in prior years will enter the commercialization phase.
As discussed in more detail below, the comparison of 2010 gross profit to the prior year is also favorably impacted by 2009
charges related to restructuring actions totaling approximately $21.3 million.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
During 2009, consolidated gross profit decreased $16.7 million to a gross loss of ($10.2) million, or (2) percent of net sales,
from a gross profit of $6.5 million, or 1 percent of net sales, in 2008. The major factors contributing to the decreased gross
profit in 2009 were the 31 percent and 32 percent decreases in unit shipments and wheels produced in our plants,
respectively. As indicated above, unit shipments and, therefore, plant productivity were impacted severely by various
customer restructuring actions and market conditions that affected the entire automotive industry and reduced consumer
demand for cars and light trucks. Due to our own restructuring actions during 2009, gross profit included charges totaling
approximately $21.3 million comprised of the following items: (i) one-time termination benefit costs and other plant closure
costs for the Van Nuys and Pittsburg facilities equal to $14.5 million and $1.8 million, respectively, (ii) one-time termination
benefit costs associated with the workforce reductions at our other North American plants of $2.5 million, and (iii) a mark-to-
market charge of $2.5 million for certain forward natural gas contracts for closed operations that no longer qualified for the
normal purchase exemption under the accounting rules.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
The cost of aluminum is a significant component in the overall cost of a wheel and a portion of our selling prices to OEM
customers is attributable to the cost of aluminum. The price for aluminum we purchase is adjusted monthly based generally
on changes in certain published market indices. Our selling prices are adjusted periodically based upon aluminum market
price changes, but the timing of such adjustments are based on specific customer agreements and can vary from monthly, to
quarterly to semi-annually. Even if aluminum selling price adjustments were to perfectly match changes in aluminum
purchase prices, an increasing aluminum price will result in a declining gross margin percentage - i.e., same gross profit
dollars divided by increased sales dollars equals lower gross profit percentage. The opposite would then be true in periods
during which the price of aluminum decreases. In addition, the timing of aluminum price adjustments flowing through sales
rarely will match the timing of such changes in cost. As estimated by the company, the impact on gross profit in 2010 related
to such differences in timing of aluminum adjustments was not material when compared to the same period in 2009.(cid:2)
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(cid:2)
Selling, General and Administrative Expenses(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Selling, general and administrative expenses were $28.3 million, or 4 percent of net sales, in 2010 compared to $22.6 million,
or 5 percent of net sales, in 2009, and $25.7 million, or 3 percent of net sales, in 2008. The $5.6 million increase in selling,
general and administrative expenses in 2010 was due principally to increases of $1.8 million in incentive bonus expense,
which is based on a percentage of income, $1.7 million in costs related to our new enterprise resource planning (ERP)
system, and $1.0 million in the provision for doubtful accounts. Selling, general and administrative expenses were $3.1
million lower in 2009 than 2008, due principally to reductions in salaries and related fringe benefits of $1.2 million, and a
reduction in the provision for doubtful accounts of $1.2 million in 2009. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
Impairment of Long-Lived Assets and Other Charges(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Impairment of long-lived assets and other charges totaled $1.2 million in 2010, $11.8 million in 2009 and $18.5 million in
2008. Due to the deteriorating financial condition of our major customers and other changes that occurred in the automotive
industry during 2008 and 2009, we performed impairment analyses during those periods on all of our long-lived assets, and
evaluated our assets held for sale for impairment in accordance with U.S. GAAP. During 2010, we did not identify any
indicators of impairment that would have required us to test our long-lived assets for impairment under U.S. GAAP, due to
the significant increases in sales and plant utilization. The $1.2 million charge in 2010 reflects adjustments to the carrying
value of certain assets held for sale, the fair value of which had declined during the year. For further discussion of
impairments and other charges, see Note 15 - Impairment of Long-Lived Assets and Other Charges in Notes to Consolidated
Financial Statements in Item 8 - Financial Statements and Supplementary Data of this Annual Report.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Income (Loss) from Operations(cid:2)
(cid:2)
2010 versus 2009(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Consolidated income (loss) from operations includes our U.S. operations and our international operations, which are
principally our wheel manufacturing operations in Mexico, and certain costs that are not allocated to a specific operation.
These expenses include corporate services that are primarily incurred in the U.S. but are not charged directly to our world-
wide operations, such as selling, general and administrative expenses, engineering services for wheel program development
and manufacturing support, environmental and other governmental compliance services. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
Consolidated income (loss) from operations increased $104.4 million to $59.8 million in 2010 from a loss of ($44.6) million
in 2009. Income from operations of our U.S. operations increased $63.7 million, while income from our Mexican operations
increased $43.3 million when comparing 2010 to 2009. The net increase in income from our North American manufacturing
operations compared to 2009 was partially offset by a $2.6 million increase in corporate costs during 2010. The 2010
improvement in consolidated income (loss) from operations primarily mirrors the improvement in Gross Profit (Loss) as
described earlier. Asset impairment charges, also described earlier, favorably affect the comparison of 2010 with prior years.
Aluminum, natural gas and other direct material costs are a significant component of the direct costs to manufacture wheels.
These costs are substantially the same for all of our plants since the same set of suppliers service both our U.S. and Mexico
operations. In addition, our operations in the U.S. and Mexico sell to the same customers, utilize the same marketing and
engineering resources, have the same material inputs, have interchangeable manufacturing processes and provide the same
basic end product. However, profitability between our U.S. and Mexico operations can vary as a result of differing labor and
benefit costs, the mix of wheels manufactured and sold by each plant, as well as differing plant utilization levels resulting
from our internal allocation of wheel programs to our plants. Included below are the major items that impacted income (loss)
from operations for our U.S. and Mexico operations during 2010.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
U.S. Operations(cid:2)
As noted above, income from operations for our U.S. operations increased by $63.7 million from 2009 to 2010. Our U.S.
operations during 2010 consisted of two wheel plants for the entire year, whereas 2009 also included our Van Nuys,
California, facility for the first half of the year. After operations ceased at our California facility, the production was
apportioned between our other U.S. and Mexico facilities with the bulk of the production being redirected to our Mexico
facilities. The vast majority of the 2010 increase in income from operations for our U.S. operations resulted primarily from a
61 percent increase in unit shipments and an increase in plant utilization of 49 percentage points. Improvement in 2010 also
reflected a $10.7 million decrease in impairments and an $18.5 million decrease in plant closure related costs and natural gas
mark-to-market adjustments incurred in 2009, as discussed earlier.(cid:2)
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(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Mexico Operations(cid:2)
Income from operations for our Mexico operations increased by $43.3 million in 2010. Mexico operations during 2010 and
2009 consisted of three fully operational wheel plants. As in the U.S., the 2010 improvement primarily reflects a 50 percent
increase in unit shipments and an increase of 32 percentage points in plant utilization. The comparison between 2010 and the
prior year also reflects 2009 charges incurred for workforce reductions and mark-to-market losses on certain forward natural
gas contracts totaling $2.4 million, offset partially by 2010 gains on settlement of the same natural gas contracts totaling $0.4
million.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
U.S. versus Mexico Production (cid:2)
In 2010, wheels produced by our Mexico and U.S. operations accounted for 62 percent and 38 percent, respectively, of our
total production. This compares to 69 percent in Mexico and 31 percent in the U.S. in 2009. We anticipate that the
percentage of production in Mexico will remain at approximately 60 percent of our total production in 2011. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
2009 versus 2008 (cid:2)
(cid:2)
Consolidated loss from operations increased $7.0 million to a loss of ($44.6) million in 2009 from the loss of ($37.6) million
in 2008. Loss from operations of our U.S. operations increased $12.7 million, while income from our Mexican operations
decreased $0.2 million when comparing 2009 to 2008. The net decrease in income from our North American manufacturing
operations compared to 2008 was offset by a $6.0 million improvement in corporate costs during 2009. Included below are
the major items that impacted income (loss) from operations for our U.S. and Mexico operations during 2009.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
U.S. Operations(cid:2)
As noted above, the loss from operations for our U.S. operations increased by $12.7 million from 2008 to 2009. Our U.S.
operations during 2009 consisted of two wheel plants for the entire year and our Van Nuys, California, facility for the first
half of the year, whereas 2008 also included our Kansas and California facilities for the entire year. After the operations
ceased at our Kansas and California facilities, the production was apportioned between our other U.S. and Mexico facilities
with the bulk of the production being redirected to our Mexico facilities. The increase in loss from U.S. operations from
2008 to 2009 was attributable primarily to a 58 percent decrease in unit shipments due to the reduced consumer demand for
passenger cars and light trucks and to a decrease in plant utilization in 2009 of 25 percentage points. Partially offsetting the
higher 2009 loss was a $6.7 million reduction in impairment and plant closure and workforce reduction costs when compared
to 2008. The impairments related to the long-lived assets of our Kansas, California and Fayetteville, Arkansas facilities.
Plant closure costs also related to our Kansas and California facilities, while workforce reductions cost were incurred at our
other U.S. facilities.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Mexico Operations(cid:2)
Income from operations for our Mexico operations decreased by $0.2 million in 2009 when compared to the prior year.
Mexico operations during both 2009 and 2008 consisted of three fully operational wheel plants. The slight decrease in
income from operations for Mexico in 2009 resulted from a $1.7 million net increase in workforce reductions costs, losses on
certain forward natural gas contracts and decreased plant utilization of 14 percentage points, offset partially by the benefit of
a 4 percent increase in unit shipments.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
U.S. versus Mexico Production (cid:2)
In 2009, wheels produced by our Mexico and U.S. operations accounted for 69 percent and 31 percent, respectively, of our
total production. This compares to 45 percent in Mexico and 55 percent in the U.S. in 2008. The change in production mix in
2009 was due to the closure of U.S. facilities in late 2008 and mid-2009 and the resulting reallocation of production volume
primarily to plants in Mexico. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
Interest Income, net and Other Income (Expense), net(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Net interest income for 2010 decreased 26 percent to $1.6 million from $2.2 million in 2009, due principally to a decrease in
the average rate of return on the average balance of cash invested. Net interest income for 2009 decreased 26 percent to $2.2
million from $2.9 million in 2008, as a 1.6 percentage point decrease in the average rate of return more than offset an
increase of $40.2 million in the average balance of cash invested.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Net other income (expense) was income of $0.2 million in 2010, a loss of ($0.8) million in 2009 and income of $6.2 million
in 2008. Foreign exchange gains and (losses) included in other income (expense) net were losses of $(1.2) million in 2010
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State tax (provisions), net of federal income tax benefit (1)
Permanent differences (2)(cid:2)
Tax credits(cid:2)
(cid:2)
and $(0.8) million in 2009, compared to a gain of $5.5 million in 2008, as further described below. Other income and expense
items included were income of $1.4 million in 2010 and $0.7 million in 2008. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
For the first nine months of 2008, the Mexican peso exchange rate averaged 10.54 pesos to the U.S. dollar. During the fourth
quarter of 2008, this rate increased to 13.85 Mexican pesos to the U.S. dollar, averaging 13.20 Mexican pesos to the U.S.
dollar for the entire quarter. As a result, net other income (expense) in 2008 included foreign exchange transaction gains
related to the Mexican peso totaling $5.9 million in the fourth quarter of 2008 and $5.4 million for the year 2008. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
Effective Income Tax Rate(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Our income (loss) before income taxes and equity earnings was income of $57.5 million in 2010, a loss of ($43.3) million in
2009, and a loss of ($28.6) million in 2008. The effective tax rate on the 2010 pretax income was a provision of 5.2 percent
compared to a provision of 60.2 percent in 2009, and a tax benefit of 6.2 percent in 2008. The following is a reconciliation of
the U. S. federal tax rate to our effective income tax rate along with a discussion of the key drivers that impacted our effective
income tax rates for the periods presented:(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Year Ended December 31,(cid:2)
Statutory rate - (provision) benefit(cid:2)
2010
(35.0) %
(5.6)
0.3
1.5
(11.0)
40.1
6.5
(2.0)
2009(cid:2)(cid:2)
35.0(cid:2) %(cid:2) (cid:2)
10.6(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(5.0(cid:2))(cid:2)
(cid:2)
0.1(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
1.4(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(106.4(cid:2))(cid:2)
(cid:2)
7.3(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(3.2(cid:2))(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(60.2(cid:2))%(cid:2) (cid:2)
2008
35%
5.0
(12.0)
0.7
(0.3)
(25.2)
(0.6)
3.6
6.2%
(5.2) %
Foreign income taxed at rates other than the statutory rate (3)
Valuation allowance (4)(cid:2)
Changes in tax liabilities, net (5)(cid:2)
Other(cid:2)
Effective income tax rate(cid:2)
(cid:2)
1) During the three years ended December 31, 2010, actual state tax provisions and benefits, net of federal income taxes,
were a provision of $3.2 million in 2010, a benefit of $4.6 million in 2009, and a benefit of $1.4 million in 2008. The
primary drivers of the increase in the tax expense for 2010 relate to the state of Michigan modified gross receipts tax and
the state of California which suspended the use of net operating loss benefits for the year 2010.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
2) Actual permanent differences impacting the income tax provisions during the three years ended December 31, 2010 were
$(0.2) million in 2010, $2.2 million in 2009, and $3.4 million in 2008. There were no material changes overall in the
permanent differences for each of the periods presented. The primary drivers of the percentage changes in the effective
income tax rate related to permanent differences were the fluctuating levels of income (loss) before income taxes and
equity earnings.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
3) The impact of foreign income taxed at rates other than the statutory rate on our reported tax provisions during the three
years ended December 31, 2010 was $6.3 million in 2010, $0.6 million in 2009, and $0.1 million in 2008. The increase
in 2010 when compared to the prior year primarily reflects an increase in flat tax in Mexico due to increased business
activity.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
4) During 2010, we released a portion of our valuation allowance which resulted in a benefit of $22.9 million. The primary
driver for the release in the valuation allowance was due to the use of federal, state, and foreign net operating losses and
credits. During 2009 and 2008, increases in our valuation allowances resulted in additional tax expense of $46.0 million
and $7.2 million, respectively. The significant increase in the tax expense related to valuation allowances during 2009
was due to an increase in the valuation allowance recorded for our beginning federal deferred tax assets in the amount of
$35.6 million, an increase related to current year deferred tax assets for which a valuation allowance was established in
the amount of $7.5 million, and an increase in the valuation allowance recorded for our foreign net operating loss
carryforwards of $0.6 million for which we had determined that it was more likely than not that the benefit would not be
realized. The significant increase in the tax expense related to valuation allowances during 2008 was due to an increase
in the valuation allowance recorded for our foreign net operating loss carryforwards and foreign tax credit carryforwards
for which we determined that it was more likely than not that the benefit would not be realized.
(cid:2)
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(cid:2)
5) The impact of changes in our tax liabilities for uncertain tax positions resulted in a benefit of $3.7 million in 2010, a
benefit of $3.2 million in 2009, and tax expense of $0.2 million in 2008. During 2010, we accrued interest and penalties
on the liability for uncertain tax positions established upon adoption of the U.S. GAAP method of accounting at the
beginning of 2007. Also during 2010, we completed certain tax examinations that resulted in a net reduction to the tax
liability which decreased our tax provision in the amount of $3.7 million. During 2009, we continued to accrue interest
and penalties on the beginning tax liabilities which resulted in increases to our tax provision in the amount of $4.3
million. During 2009, we also completed certain audits that resulted in a net reduction to the tax liability which
decreased our tax provision in the amount of $7.5 million. During 2008 we accrued for interest and penalties on the
liability for uncertain tax positions. However, also during 2008, we decreased the tax liabilities as a result of the
expiration of statutes of limitations on years for which a liability had originally been established, resulting in a net
increase of $0.2 million to our 2008 income tax provision.(cid:2)
We are a multinational company subject to taxation in many jurisdictions. We record liabilities dealing with uncertainty in
the application of complex tax laws and regulations in the various taxing jurisdictions in which we operate. If we determine
that payment of these liabilities will be unnecessary, we reverse the liability and recognize the tax benefit during the period in
which we determine the liability no longer applies. Conversely, we record additional tax liabilities or valuation allowances in
a period in which we determine that a recorded liability is less than we expect the ultimate assessment to be or that a tax asset
is impaired. The effects of recording liability increases and decreases are included in the effective income tax rate.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
In determining when to release the valuation allowance established against our U.S. net deferred income tax assets, we
consider all available evidence, both positive and negative. Consistent with our policy, the valuation allowance against our
U.S. net deferred income tax assets will not be reversed until such time as we have generated three years of cumulative pre-
tax income and have reached sustained profitability in the U.S., which we define as two consecutive one year periods of pre-
tax income.
(cid:2)
Equity in Earnings of Joint Ventures
(cid:2)
Joint Venture in Hungary(cid:2)
In 1995, we entered into a joint venture with Otto Fuchs Kg (Otto Fuchs), based in Meinerzhagen, Germany, to form Suoftec
Light Metal Products Production & Distribution Ltd (Suoftec) to manufacture cast and forged aluminum wheels in Hungary
principally for the European automobile industry. During the second quarter of 2010, we made a strategic decision to
liquidate our investment in Suoftec and, on June 18, 2010, we sold our 50-percent ownership to our joint venture partner,
Otto Fuchs. The total sales proceeds for our investment included cash of 4.0 million euros, or $4.9 million, which was
received in the second quarter of 2010, and an unconditional right to receive machinery and equipment from Suoftec valued
up to 3.0 million euros, or $3.8 million at the time of the sale. As of the date of sale, the net investment in Suoftec was $12.8
million, resulting in a loss on the sale of our investment of $4.1 million. As of December 31, 2010, we had received
equipment valued at 0.8 million euros and had recorded a receivable in the amount of 2.2 million euros, or $2.9 million. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
Being 50-percent owned and non-controlled, Suoftec was not consolidated, but was accounted for using the equity method of
accounting. Equity losses through the date of sale in June 2010 were ($2.8) million compared to equity losses of ($24.8)
million in 2009 and equity income of $0.7 million in 2008. Included below is the comparison of Suoftec's operating results
for the years ended December 31, 2009 and 2008.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Net sales of Suoftec were negatively impacted by customer restructurings and the economic conditions affecting the
automotive industry in Europe. The joint venture's net sales decreased $54.1 million, or 39 percent, in 2009 to $83.1 million
from $137.2 million in 2008, as unit shipments declined 31 percent and average selling price in U.S. dollars fell by 13
percent. However, the average selling price in euros, the functional currency of the joint venture, declined approximately 7
percent, which was compounded by a decrease in the U.S. dollar/euro exchange rate of approximately 6 percent. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
Gross profit in 2009 decreased to a loss of ($17.4) million, or (21) percent of net sales, from profit of $2.9 million, or 2
percent of net sales, in 2008. Gross profit margin in 2009 was impacted negatively by the continuing shift in sales mix to
smaller, lower-profit margin wheels. Gross profit in 2009 was also impacted negatively by cost increases related to operating
inefficiencies and quality issues. Gross profit margin in 2008 was impacted negatively by a significant shift in sales mix from
larger, higher profit margin aluminum wheels to smaller, lower-profit margin wheels. Gross profit in 2008 was also impacted
negatively by a 25 percent increase in utility costs, which was partially offset by lower operating supplies and depreciation
expense.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
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(cid:2)
Selling, general and administrative costs in 2009 were $1.9 million, or 2 percent of net sales, compared to $2.6 million, or 2
percent of net sales in 2008. The principal reason for the $0.7 million decrease in 2009 compared to 2008 was lower
commission-based sales in the current period.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Because our 50 percent-owned joint venture in Hungary was also affected by similar economic conditions impacting the
European automotive industry, management had tested the long-lived assets of the Hungarian joint venture, Suoftec, for
impairment at the end of each fiscal quarter in 2009 in accordance with U.S. GAAP. Due to the general decline in the
European automotive industry, during the fourth quarter of 2009, the projected future shipments declined sharply compared
to the projections earlier in the year. The impairment analysis performed at the end of the year indicated that the estimated
undiscounted future cash flows from the reduced projected shipments of our joint venture facility would not be sufficient to
recover the carrying value of long-lived assets attributable to that facility. As a result, our joint venture recorded a $28.8
million pretax impairment charge against their long-lived assets reducing the carrying value of the asset grouping of $76.0
million to the asset grouping's fair value. We recorded our share of the charge, or $14.4 million, in our equity in earnings
(losses) from joint ventures during the fourth quarter of 2009. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
The reduction in other income (expense), net in 2009 of $1.2 million was due principally to lower interest income and higher
foreign exchange transactional losses in the current period. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
Due to the net operating losses for the last three years and a reduced outlook, Suoftec's management established valuation
allowances totaling $4.2 million during 2009 for net operating losses and other deferred tax assets. The statutory income tax
rate in Hungary was 16 percent in 2008 plus an additional 4 percent solidarity tax. The annual effective income tax rates were
(2.2) percent in 2009 and 22.2 percent in 2008. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
The resulting net loss was ($50.1) million in 2009, compared to income of $0.4 million in 2008. Our 50-percent share of
these earnings (losses) was ($25.1) million and $0.2 million, respectively. After adjusting for the elimination of intercompany
profits on wheels purchased from Suoftec, our equity earnings (losses) in each year were ($24.8) million in 2009 and, $0.7
million in 2008. Our share of the joint venture's net income was included in the consolidated statements of operations in
“Equity in Earnings (Losses) of Joint Ventures”. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
Investment in India(cid:2)
On June 28, 2010, we executed a share subscription agreement (the "Agreement") with Synergies Casting Limited
(Synergies), a private aluminum wheel manufacturer based in Visakhapatnam, India, providing for our acquisition of a
minority interest in Synergies by the company. As of December 31, 2010, the total cash investment in Synergies amounted
to $4.5 million, representing a 14.6 percent of the outstanding equity shares of Synergies. If certain conditions are met by
Synergies, the Agreement also provides for us to make an additional investment of $5.0 million, which would increase our
ownership to approximately 26 percent. However, the conditions were not satisfied by a February 15, 2011 deadline, which
deadline had been extended from December 3, 2010, and therefore we are not obligated to make any further investment.
Additionally, we have the right on or before March 30, 2011, to elect to cause Synergies to use reasonable efforts to sell
within three months our equity shares at our cost, and if unsuccessful, we may cause certain shareholders of Synergies to
purchase our equity shares at our purchase cost within three months. Our investment in Synergies was accounted for under
the equity method of accounting. During 2010, our proportionate share of Synergies operating results was immaterial. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
Net Income (Loss)(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Net income in 2010 was $51.6 million, or 7 percent of net sales, compared to a net loss in 2009 of ($94.1) million, or (22)
percent of net sales, and a net loss of ($26.1) million, or (4) percent of net sales, in 2008. Earnings (loss) per share was $1.93
per diluted share in 2010 compared to a losses per share of ($3.53) and ($0.98) per share in 2009 and 2008, respectively.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Liquidity and Capital Resources(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Our sources of cash liquidity include cash and cash equivalents, short-term investments, net cash provided by operating
activities, and other external sources of funds. During the three years ended December 31, 2010, we had no bank or other
interest-bearing debt. At December 31, 2010, our cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments totaled $151.6 million
compared to $140.5 million at year-end 2009 and $146.9 million at the end of 2008. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
Our working capital requirements, investing activities and cash dividend payments have historically been funded from
internally generated funds, proceeds from the exercise of stock options or existing cash, cash equivalents and short-term
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(cid:2)
investments. The following table summarizes the cash flows from operating, investing and financing activities as reflected in
the consolidated statements of cash flows.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Fiscal Year Ended December 31,(cid:2)
(Thousands of dollars)(cid:2)
Net cash provided by operating activities(cid:2)
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities
Net cash used in financing activities(cid:2)
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents
2010(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
30,578(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
5,146(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
(14,660(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
21,064(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
22,327 $
(43,564)
(17,067)
(38,304) $
67,872
(11,325)
(16,445)
40,102
2009
2008
$
$
2010 versus 2009(cid:2)
(cid:2)
We generate our principal working capital resources primarily through operations. Net cash provided by operating activities
increased $8.3 million to $30.6 million in 2010 from $22.3 million for the same period a year ago. The increase in net income
of $145.8 million was reduced by the net decline in non-cash items of $62.8 million and the net unfavorable changes in
operating assets and liabilities totaling $74.7 million. The principal changes in non-cash items were the reductions in deferred
income taxes of $31.1 million, losses from our joint venture in Hungary of $22.0 million, and impairments of long-lived
assets of $10.7 million. The unfavorable changes in operating assets and liabilities were principally a result of increases in
accounts receivable and inventories of $22.1 million and $49.9 million, respectively. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
The change in accounts receivable in 2010 was an increase of $22.1 million compared to a reduction in 2009 of $4.2 million,
resulting in the unfavorable year-to-year comparison of $26.3 million. Sales in the fourth quarter of 2010 increased 32
percent over the same period in 2009, the result of which was an increase in trade receivables as of year-end 2010 of $23.7
million. The change in inventories during 2010 was unfavorable by $25.8 million compared to a favorable change in 2009 of
$24.1 million. The 2009 period was impacted by the sharp decline in the customer requirements compared to the prior year,
while the opposite occurred during 2010. The inventory balance at the end of 2010 approximated the balance as of the end of
2008.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
The $30.6 million cash flow from operating activities and the net proceeds from the sales of investments, totaling
approximately $19.0 million, largely funded the payment of cash dividends of $17.1 million, capital expenditures of $9.3
million and the $4.5 million investment in a wheel manufacturing company in India.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Our liquidity remained strong in 2010. Working capital of $311.1 million at December 31, 2010 included $151.6 million in
total cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments. The current ratio at year-end was 5.4:1 compared to 4.6:1 a year ago.
Accordingly, we believe we are well positioned to take advantage of new and complementary business opportunities, to
further expand into emerging international markets and to fund our working capital and capital expenditure requirements for
the foreseeable future.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
2009 versus 2008(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Net cash provided by operating activities decreased $45.6 million to $22.3 million in 2009 from $67.9 million for the same
period in 2008. The increase in net loss of $68.1 million was further increased by net unfavorable changes in operating assets
and liabilities totaling $23.0 million and offset by the net favorable changes in non-cash items of $45.5 million. The
unfavorable change in operating assets and liabilities was due principally to unfavorable changes in accounts receivable of
$23.0 million, in income taxes receivable of $9.8 million and in inventories of $6.1 million, partially offset by a reduction in
accounts payable of $19.2 million. The principal changes in non-cash items were increases in deferred income taxes of $49.5
million and losses from joint venture of $25.6 million, offset by a reduction in depreciation expense of $12.9 million and
impairment and other non cash items of $16.7 million. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
Accounts receivable in 2009 declined by $4.2 million for the year compared to a much larger change in 2008 of $27.2
million, resulting in a net unfavorable difference between years of $23.0 million. Sales in the last two months of 2009
changed only slightly compared with those in the same period in 2008. In 2008, however, net sales in the last two months
were 36 percent lower than in the same period of 2007, due to the sharp decrease in customer demand that began in the third
quarter of 2008. The unfavorable change in funding for income taxes of $9.8 million compared to the prior year reflects
primarily the recording of an income tax refund receivable of $6.1 million in the fourth quarter of 2009. Inventories declined
significantly in both 2008 and 2009, but the decline in 2009 was $6.1 million less than in the prior year. While large declines
in both years generally reflect the impact of adjusting to lower demand for our products, the higher inventory reduction in
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(cid:2)
2008 also related to plant closures. The favorable $19.2 million change in funding requirements of accounts payable in 2009
compared to the same period in 2008 resulted from lower levels of raw material and other purchases due to reduced customer
demand and the plant closures.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
The $22.3 million cash flow from operating activities in 2009, the $146.9 million of cash and cash equivalents as of the prior
year end and the $0.9 million of other cash proceeds from investing activities were used in part for purchases of certificates
of deposits of $10.2 million, capital expenditures of $8.5 million and for cash dividends of $17.1 million. After completing
our newest plant in Mexico in 2007, capital expenditure requirements in 2009 and 2008 declined closer to maintenance levels
and also reflected the availability of machinery and equipment from our closed wheel plants.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Our liquidity remained strong in 2009. Working capital of $241.4 million at December 31, 2009 included $140.5 million in
cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments. The current ratio at year-end was 4.6:1 compared to 5.1:1 a year ago.(cid:2)
Risk Management(cid:2)
(cid:2)
We are subject to various risks and uncertainties in the ordinary course of business due, in part, to the competitive global
nature of the industry in which we operate, to changing commodity prices for the materials used in the manufacture of our
products, and to development of new products. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
We have foreign operations in Mexico, and until June 2010 when we sold our 50-percent ownership in the Suoftec joint
venture, in Hungary that, due to the settlement of accounts receivable and accounts payable, require the transfer of funds
denominated in their respective functional and legal currencies - the Mexican peso and the euro. The value of the Mexican
peso increased by 6 percent in relation to the U.S. dollar in 2010. The euro weakened by 9 percent versus the U.S. dollar in
2010. For the years ended December 31, 2010, 2009 and 2008, we had foreign currency transaction (losses) and gains of
($1.2) million, ($0.8) million, and $5.5 million, respectively, which are included in other income (expense) in the
consolidated statements of operations. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
Since 1990, the Mexican peso has experienced periods of relative stability followed by periods of major declines in value.
The impact of this change in value relative to our Mexico operations has resulted in a cumulative unrealized translation loss
at December 31, 2010 of $52.2 million. Translation gains and losses are included in other comprehensive income (loss) in
the consolidated statements of shareholders' equity. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
When market conditions warrant, we may enter into purchase commitments to secure the supply of certain commodities used
in the manufacture of our products, such as aluminum, natural gas and other raw materials. We currently have several
purchase commitments in place for the delivery of natural gas through 2012. These natural gas contracts are considered to be
derivatives under U.S. GAAP, and when entering into these contracts, it was expected that we would take full delivery of the
contracted quantities of natural gas over the normal course of business. Accordingly, at inception, these contracts qualified
for the normal purchase, normal sale (NPNS) exemption provided for under U.S. GAAP. As such, we do not account for
these purchase commitments as derivatives unless there is a change in facts or circumstances in regard to the company's
intent or ability to use the contracted quantities of natural gas over the normal course of business.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
During 2010, 2009 and 2008, certain of these natural gas contracts no longer continued to qualify for the NPNS exemption
because we could not take full delivery of the contracted quantities of natural gas under these contracts due to plant
shutdowns and low levels of production caused by the sharp decline in our customers' requirements. In accordance with U.S.
GAAP, the purchase commitments that no longer qualified for the NPNS exemption were accounted for as derivatives, with
the changes in estimated fair value of these contracts being recorded in cost of sales in our statement of operations. The fair
value measurements of our natural gas purchase commitments that were accounted for as derivatives were based on quoted
market prices using the market approach and the fair values were determined using Level 1 inputs within the fair value
hierarchy provided by U.S. GAAP. The amounts recorded for the natural gas purchase commitments that were accounted for
as derivatives for each of the periods presented is as follows:(cid:2)
(cid:2)
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(cid:2)
Fiscal Year Ended December 31,(cid:2)
(Thousands of dollars)(cid:2)
(cid:2)
2010(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
2009(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
2008
$
Estimated fair value of remaining purchase commitments
Less: Remaining purchase commitments(cid:2)
Liability recorded in accrued expenses (1)(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Gains (losses) recorded in cost of sales (1)(cid:2)
(1) The natural gas purchase commitments accounted for as derivatives were settled or full delivery was taken by December 31, 2010. In the
first quarter of 2010, settlement payments for natural gas purchase commitments related to closed facilities totaled $1.1 million.
(cid:2)
1,903 (cid:2)
5,639(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
(8,600(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
(2,961(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(2,465(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
— (cid:2)
— (cid:2)
—
$
(cid:2)
$
(cid:2)
$
(cid:2)
2,954
(4,586 )
(1,632 )
(1,632 )
$
$
$
$
$
Based on the quarterly analysis of our estimated future production levels, we believe that our remaining natural gas purchase
commitments that were in effect as of December 31, 2010 will continue to qualify for the NPNS exemption since we can
assert that it is probable we will take full delivery of the contracted quantities.(cid:2)
Contractual Obligations
(cid:2)
Contractual obligations as of December 31, 2010 are as follows (amounts in millions):(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Payments Due by Fiscal Year(cid:2)
Contractual Obligations(cid:2)
(cid:2)
2011(cid:2)(cid:2)
2012
2013
2014
2015(cid:2)(cid:2)
Thereafter
Total
Commodity contracts(cid:2)
Retirement plans(cid:2)
Operating leases(cid:2)
Total(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
3.0(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
2.0(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
0.9(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
5.9(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
2.4 $
2.0
0.7
5.1 $
— $
2.0
0.5
2.5
$
— $
2.0
0.5
2.5 $
—(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
1.0(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
0.1(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
1.1(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
— $
52.0
—
52.0
$
5.4
61.0
2.7
69.1
The table above does not reflect unrecognized tax benefits of $33.0 million, the timing of which is uncertain.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements(cid:2)
(cid:2)
As of December 31, 2010, we had no significant off-balance sheet arrangements.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Inflation(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Inflation has not had a material impact on our results of operations or financial condition for the three years ended December
31, 2010. Wage increases have averaged 3 to 4 percent during this period and, as indicated above, cost increases of our
principal raw material, aluminum, are passed through to our customers. However, cost increases for our other raw materials
and for energy may not be similarly recovered in our selling prices. Additionally, the competitive global pricing pressures we
have experienced recently are expected to continue, which may also lessen the possibility of recovering these types of cost
increases. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
Critical Accounting Policies(cid:2)
(cid:2)
The preparation of consolidated financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the
United States of America requires management to apply significant judgment in making estimates and assumptions that affect
amounts reported therein, as well as financial information included in this Management's Discussion and Analysis of
Financial Condition and Results of Operations. These estimates and assumptions, which are based upon historical experience,
industry trends, terms of various past and present agreements and contracts, and information available from other sources that
are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances, form the basis for making judgments about the carrying values of
assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent through other sources. There can be no assurance that actual results reported
in the future will not differ from these estimates, or that future changes in these estimates will not adversely impact our
results of operations or financial condition. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
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(cid:2)
As described below, the most significant accounting estimates inherent in the preparation of our financial statements include
estimates and assumptions as to revenue recognition, allowance for doubtful accounts, inventory valuation, amortization of
preproduction costs, impairment of and the estimated useful lives of our long-lived assets and the fair value of stock-based
compensation, as well as those used in the determination of liabilities related to self-insured portions of employee benefits,
workers' compensation and general liability programs and taxation.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Wheel Revenue Recognition - Our products are manufactured to customer specifications under standard purchase orders. We
ship our products to OEM customers based on release schedules provided weekly by our customers. Our sales and production
levels are highly dependent upon the weekly forecasted production levels of our customers. Sales of these products, net of
estimated pricing adjustments, and their related costs are recognized when title and risk of loss transfers to the customer,
generally upon shipment. A portion of our selling prices to OEM customers is attributable to the aluminum content of our
wheels. Our selling prices are adjusted periodically for changes in the current aluminum market based upon specified
aluminum price indices during specific pricing periods, as agreed with our customers. See Preproduction Costs and Revenue
Recognition Related to Long-Term Supply Arrangements below for a discussion of tooling reimbursement revenues.
(cid:2)
Allowance for Doubtful Accounts - We maintain an allowance for doubtful accounts receivable based upon the expected
collectability of all trade receivables. The allowance is reviewed continually and adjusted for amounts deemed uncollectible
by management.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Inventories - Inventories are stated at the lower of cost or market value and categorized as raw material, work-in-process or
finished goods. When necessary, management uses estimates of net realizable value to record inventory reserves for obsolete
and/or slow-moving inventory. Our inventory values, which are based upon standard costs for raw materials and labor and
overhead established at the beginning of the year, are adjusted to actual costs on a first-in, first-out (FIFO) basis. Current raw
material prices and labor and overhead costs are utilized in developing these adjustments.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Preproduction Costs and Revenue Recognition Related to Long-Term Supply Arrangements - We incur preproduction
engineering and tooling costs related to the products produced for our customers under long-term supply agreements. We
expense all preproduction engineering costs for which reimbursement is not contractually guaranteed by the customer or are
in excess of the contractually guaranteed reimbursement amount. We amortize the cost of the customer-owned tooling over
the expected life of the wheel program on a straight line basis. Also, we defer any reimbursements made to us by our
customer and recognize the tooling reimbursement revenue over the same period in which the tooling is in use. Changes in
the facts and circumstances of individual wheel programs may accelerate the amortization of both the cost of the customer-
owned tooling and the deferred tooling reimbursement revenues. Recognized tooling reimbursement revenues totaled
approximately $10.0 million in both 2010 and 2009, compared to $16.5 million in 2008, and are included in net sales in the
consolidated statements of operations. The following tables summarize the unamortized customer-owned tooling costs
included in our long-term other assets, and the deferred tooling revenues included in accrued expenses and other non-current
liabilities:
(cid:2)
December 31,(cid:2)
(Dollars in Thousands)(cid:2)
2010(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2)
2009
Unamortized Preproduction Costs(cid:2)
Preproduction costs(cid:2)
Accumulated depreciation(cid:2)
Net preproduction costs(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Deferred Tooling Revenue(cid:2)
Accrued expenses(cid:2)
Other non-current liabilities(cid:2)
Total deferred tooling revenue(cid:2)
(cid:2)
$
$
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
$
$
(cid:2) (cid:2)
36,754(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $
(24,159(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
12,595(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
5,491(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $
2,384(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
7,875(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $
26,929
(15,108)
11,821
7,038
4,783
11,821
(cid:2)
Impairment of Long-Lived Assets and Investments - In accordance with U.S. GAAP, management evaluates the recoverability
and estimated remaining lives of long-lived assets whenever facts and circumstances suggest that the carrying value of the
assets may not be recoverable or the useful life has changed. See Note 15 - Impairment of Long-Lived Assets and Other
Charges for further discussion of asset impairments.(cid:2)
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(cid:2)
(cid:2)
When facts and circumstances indicate that there may have been a loss in value, management will also evaluate its equity
method investments to determine whether there was an other-than-temporary impairment. If a loss in the value of the
investment is determined to be other than temporary, then the decline in value is recognized in earnings. See Note 6 -
Investment in Joint Ventures for further discussion of investment impairments.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Retirement Plans - Subject to certain vesting requirements, our unfunded retirement plan generally provides for a benefit
based on final average compensation, which becomes payable on the employee's death or upon attaining age 65, if retired.
The net periodic pension cost and related benefit obligations are based on, among other things, assumptions of the discount
rate, future salary increases and the mortality of the participants. The net periodic pension costs and related obligations are
measured using actuarial techniques and assumptions. See Note 9 - Retirement Plans in Notes to Consolidated Financial
Statements in Item 8 - Financial Statements and Supplementary Data for a description of these assumptions.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
The following information illustrates the sensitivity to a change in certain assumptions of our unfunded retirement plans as of
December 31, 2010. Note that these sensitivities may be asymmetrical, and are specific to 2010. They also may not be
additive, so the impact of changing multiple factors simultaneously cannot be calculated by combining the individual
sensitivities shown. (cid:2)
The effect of the indicated increase (decrease) in selected factors is shown below (in thousands):
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Assumption(cid:2)
Discount rate(cid:2)
Rate of compensation increase(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Percentage
Change
+ 1.0 %(cid:2)
+ 1.0 %(cid:2)
Increase (Decrease) in:
Projected Benefit(cid:2)
Obligation at(cid:2)
December 31, 2010(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(2,377(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
800(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
2011 Net Periodic
Pension Cost
(30)
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Stock-Based Compensation - We account for stock-based compensation using the fair value recognition in accordance with
U.S. GAAP. We use the Black-Scholes option-pricing model to determine the fair value of any stock options granted, which
requires us to make estimates regarding dividend yields on our common stock, expected volatility in the price of our common
stock, risk free interest rates, forfeiture rates and the expected life of the option. To the extent these estimates change, our
stock-based compensation expense would change as well. The fair value of any restricted shares awarded is calculated using
the closing market price of our common stock on the date of issuance. We recognize these compensation costs net of the
applicable forfeiture rates and recognize the compensation costs for only those shares expected to vest on a straight-line basis
over the requisite service period of the award, which is generally the option vesting term of four years. We estimated the
forfeiture rate based on our historical experience.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Workers' Compensation and Loss Reserves - We self-insure any losses arising out of Worker's Compensation claims,
Workers' compensation accruals are based upon reported claims in process and actuarial estimates for losses incurred but not
reported. Loss reserves, including incurred but not reported reserves, are estimated using actuarial methods and ultimate
settlements may vary significantly from such estimates due to increased claims frequency or the severity of claims. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
Accounting for Income Taxes - We account for income taxes using the asset and liability method. The asset and liability
method requires the recognition of deferred tax assets and liabilities for expected future tax consequences of temporary
differences that currently exist between the tax basis and financial reporting basis of our assets and liabilities. We calculate
current and deferred tax provisions based on estimates and assumptions that could differ from actual results reflected on the
income tax returns filed during the following years. Adjustments based on filed returns are recorded when identified in the
subsequent years.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
The effect on deferred taxes for a change in tax rates is recognized in income in the period that the tax rate change is enacted.
In assessing the realizability of deferred tax assets, we consider whether it is more likely than not that some portion of the
deferred tax assets will not be realized. A valuation allowance is provided for deferred income taxes when, in our judgment,
based upon currently available information and other factors, it is more likely than not that all or a portion of such deferred
income tax assets will not be realized. The determination of the need for a valuation allowance is based on an on-going
evaluation of current information including, among other things, historical operating results, estimates of future earnings in
different taxing jurisdictions and the expected timing of the reversals of temporary differences. We believe that the
determination to record a valuation allowance to reduce a deferred income tax asset is a significant accounting estimate
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(cid:2)
because it is based, among other things, on an estimate of future taxable income in the United States and certain other
jurisdictions, which is susceptible to change and may or may not occur, and because the impact of adjusting a valuation
allowance may be material.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
In determining when to release the valuation allowance established against our U.S. net deferred income tax assets, we
consider all available evidence, both positive and negative. Consistent with our policy, the valuation allowance against our
U.S. net deferred income tax assets, will not be reversed until such time as we have generated three years of cumulative pre-
tax income and have reached sustained profitability in the U.S., which we define as two consecutive one year periods of pre-
tax income. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
The company adopted the U.S. GAAP method of accounting for uncertain tax positions during 2007. The purpose of this
method is to clarify accounting for uncertain tax positions recognized. The U.S. GAAP method of accounting for uncertain
tax positions utilizes a two-step approach to evaluate tax positions. Step one, recognition, requires evaluation of the tax
position to determine if based solely on technical merits it is more likely than not to be sustained upon examination. Step
two, measurement, is addressed only if a position is more likely than not to be sustained. In step two, the tax benefit is
measured as the largest amount of benefit, determined on a cumulative probability basis, which is more likely than not to be
realized upon ultimate settlement with tax authorities. If a position does not meet the more likely than not threshold for
recognition in step one, no benefit is recorded until the first subsequent period in which the more likely than not standard is
met, the issue is resolved with the taxing authority, or the statute of limitations expires. Positions previously recognized are
derecognized when we subsequently determine the position no longer is more likely than not to be sustained. Evaluation of
tax positions, their technical merits, and measurements using cumulative probability are highly subjective management
estimates. Actual results could differ materially from these estimates.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Presently, we have not recorded a deferred tax liability for temporary differences related to investments in foreign
subsidiaries that are essentially permanent in duration. These temporary differences may become taxable upon a repatriation
of earnings from the subsidiaries or a sale or liquidation of the subsidiaries. At this time the company does not have any
plans to repatriate income from its foreign subsidiaries.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
New Accounting Standards(cid:2)
(cid:2)
During June 2009, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2009-17, Consolidations (ASC 810) -
Improvements to Financial Reporting by Enterprises Involved with Variable Interest Entities (ASU 2009-17). ASU 2009-17
amended the consolidation guidance applicable to variable interest entities (VIE) and changed the approach for determining
the primary beneficiary of a VIE. Among other things, the new guidance requires a qualitative rather than a quantitative
analysis to determine the primary beneficiary of a VIE; requires continuous assessments of whether an enterprise is the
primary beneficiary of a VIE; enhances disclosures about an enterprise's involvement with a VIE; and amends certain
guidance for determining whether an entity is a VIE. This accounting guidance is effective for annual periods beginning after
November 15, 2009 and was effective for the Company beginning in the first quarter of fiscal 2010. The adoption of this
standard had no impact on the Company's results of operations or financial position.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
ITEM 7A – QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Foreign Currency. A significant portion of our business operations are conducted in Mexico. As a result, we have a certain
degree of market risk with respect to our cash flows due to changes in foreign currency exchange rates when transactions are
denominated in currencies other than our functional currency, including inter-company transactions. Historically, we have not
actively engaged in substantial exchange rate hedging activities and, at December 26, 2010, we had not entered into any
significant foreign exchange contracts.
During 2010, the Mexican peso to U.S. dollar exchange rate averaged was 12.65 pesos to $1.00. Based on the balance sheet
at December 31, 2010, the value of net assets for our operations in Mexico was 1,681 million pesos. Accordingly, a 10
percent change in the relationship between the peso and the U.S. dollar may result in a translation impact of between $12.1
and $14.8 million, which would be recognized in other comprehensive income (loss).
Our business requires us to settle transactions between currencies in both directions – i.e., peso to U.S. dollar and vice versa.
To the greatest extent possible, we attempt to match the timing of transaction settlements between currencies to create a
“natural hedge”. On a net basis our transaction flows were long on the peso in 2010. For the full year 2010, we incurred a
$0.9 million net foreign exchange transaction loss related to the peso. Based on the current business model and levels of
production and sales activity, the net imbalance between currencies depends on specific circumstances and there can be no
assurances that the net transaction balance will not change significantly in the future.
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(cid:2)
Natural Gas Purchase Commitments. When market conditions warrant, we enter into purchase commitments to secure the
supply of certain commodities used in the manufacture of our products, such as natural gas. However, under no
circumstances do we enter into derivatives or other financial instrument transactions for speculative purposes. At December
31, 2010, we had several purchase commitments in place for the delivery of natural gas through 2012 for a total cost of $5.4
million. These fixed price natural gas contracts may expose us to higher costs that cannot be recouped in selling prices in the
event that the market price of natural gas declines below the contract price.
Based on 2010, we consumed approximately 2.2 million Mcf of natural gas in our operations. As of December 31, 2010, we
have fixed price natural gas purchase agreements for deliveries in 2011 and 2012 of 540,000 Mcf and 420,000 Mcf,
respectively.
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(cid:2)
ITEM 8 – FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTARY DATA(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Index to the Consolidated Financial Statements of Superior Industries International, Inc.
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Reports of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firms
(cid:2)
Financial Statements(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Consolidated Statements of Operations for the Fiscal Years 2010, 2009 and 2008
(cid:2)
Consolidated Balance Sheets as of Fiscal Year End 2010 and 2009
(cid:2)
Consolidated Statements of Shareholders’ Equity and Comprehensive Income (Loss) for the Fiscal Years
2010, 2009 and 2008(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the Fiscal Years 2010, 2009 and 2008
(cid:2)
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(cid:2)
PAGE
(cid:2)
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37
38
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(cid:2)
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
To the Board of Directors and Shareholders of
Superior Industries International, Inc.
We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of Superior Industries International, Inc. and subsidiaries (the
"Company") as of December 26, 2010 and December 27, 2009, and the related consolidated statements of operations,
shareholders’ equity, and cash flows for the years then ended. Our audits also included the financial statement schedule for the
years ended December 26, 2010 and December 27, 2009 listed in the Index at Item 15. These financial statements and the
financial statement schedule are the responsibility of the Company's management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion
on these financial statements and the financial statement schedule based on our audits.
We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States).
Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial
statements are free of material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts
and disclosures in the financial statements. An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used and significant
estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that our audits
provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
In our opinion, such 2010 consolidated financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the
Company as of December 26, 2010 and December 27, 2009, and the results of operations and cash flows for the years then
ended in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. Also, in our opinion, such
financial statement schedule, when considered in relation to the basic consolidated financial statements taken as a whole,
presents fairly, in all material respects, the information set forth therein.
We have also audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States),
the Company's internal control over financial reporting as of December 26, 2010, based on the criteria established in Internal
Control—Integrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission and our
report dated March 18, 2011, expressed an adverse opinion on the Company's internal control over financial reporting.
/s/ Deloitte and Touche, LLP
Los Angeles, California
March 18, 2011
31
(cid:2)
Report of the Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm(cid:2)
(cid:2)
To the Board of Directors and Shareholders of Superior Industries International, Inc.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
We have audited the internal control over financial reporting of Superior Industries International, Inc. and subsidiaries (the
“Company”) as of December 26, 2010 based on criteria established in Internal Control - Integrated Framework issued by the
Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission. The Company's management is responsible for
maintaining effective internal control over financial reporting and for its assessment of the effectiveness of internal control
over financial reporting, included in the accompanying Annual Report of Management on Internal Control Over Financial
Reporting. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Company's internal control over financial reporting based on our
audit.
(cid:2)
We conducted our audit in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States).
Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether effective internal
control over financial reporting was maintained in all material respects. Our audit included obtaining an understanding of
internal control over financial reporting, assessing the risk that a material weakness exists, testing and evaluating the design
and operating effectiveness of internal control based on the assessed risk, and performing such other procedures as we
considered necessary in the circumstances. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
A company's internal control over financial reporting is a process designed by, or under the supervision of, the company's
principal executive and principal financial officers, or persons performing similar functions, and effected by the company's
board of directors, management, and other personnel to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial
reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting
principles. A company's internal control over financial reporting includes those policies and procedures that (1) pertain to the
maintenance of records that, in reasonable detail, accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of the assets of
the company; (2) provide reasonable assurance that transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial
statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and that receipts and expenditures of the company are
being made only in accordance with authorizations of management and directors of the company; and (3) provide reasonable
assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use, or disposition of the company's assets that
could have a material effect on the financial statements.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Because of the inherent limitations of internal control over financial reporting, including the possibility of collusion or
improper management override of controls, material misstatements due to error or fraud may not be prevented or detected on a
timely basis. Also, projections of any evaluation of the effectiveness of the internal control over financial reporting to future
periods are subject to the risk that the controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or that the degree of
compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate.(cid:2)
A material weakness is a deficiency, or a combination of deficiencies, in internal control over financial reporting, such that
there is a reasonable possibility that a material misstatement of the company’s annual or interim financial statements will not
be prevented or detected on a timely basis. The following material weaknesses have been identified and included in
management's assessment: 1) The Company did not have adequate controls in place to reconcile and ensure the proper
classification of investments in time deposits. 2) The Company did not maintain effective controls over the completeness,
accuracy and valuation of the accounting for and the disclosure of income taxes. These material weaknesses were considered
in determining the nature, timing, and extent of audit tests applied in our audit of the consolidated financial statements and
financial statement schedules as of and for the year ended December 26, 2010, of the Company and this report does not affect
our report on such financial statements and financial statement schedules.
In our opinion, because of the effect of the material weaknesses identified above on the achievement of the objectives of the
control criteria, the Company has not maintained effective internal control over financial reporting as of December 26, 2010,
based on the criteria established in Internal Control — Integrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring
Organizations of the Treadway Commission.
We have also audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States),
the consolidated financial statements and financial statement schedule as of and for the years ended December 26, 2010 and
December 27, 2009, of the Company and our report dated March 18, 2011 expressed an unqualified opinion on those financial
statements and financial statement schedule.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
/s/ Deloitte and Touche LLP(cid:2)
Los Angeles, California(cid:2)
March 18, 2011(cid:2)
32
(cid:2)
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
(cid:2)
To the Board of Directors and Shareholders of
Superior Industries International, Inc.
In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements listed in the index appearing under Item 15(a)(1) for the year ended
December 28, 2008 present fairly, in all material respects, the results of operations and cash flows of Superior Industries
International, Inc. and its subsidiaries for the year ended December 28, 2008 in conformity with accounting principles
generally accepted in the United States of America. In addition, in our opinion, the financial statement schedule listed in the
index appearing under Item 15(a)(2) for the year ended December 28, 2008 presents fairly, in all material respects, the
information set forth therein when read in conjunction with the related consolidated financial statements. These financial
statements and financial statement schedule are the responsibility of the Company's management. Our responsibility is to
express an opinion on these financial statements and financial statement schedule based on our audit. We conducted our audit
of these statements in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States).
Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial
statements are free of material misstatements. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts
and disclosures in the financial statements, assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by
management, and evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that our audit provide a reasonable basis
for our opinion.
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Los Angeles, California
March 10, 2009
(cid:2)
33
(cid:2)
SUPERIOR INDUSTRIES INTERNATIONAL, INC.(cid:2)
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS(cid:2)
(Thousands of dollars, except per share amounts)
(cid:2)
Fiscal Year Ended December 31,(cid:2)
NET SALES(cid:2)
Cost of sales(cid:2)
GROSS PROFIT (LOSS)(cid:2)
Selling, general and administrative expenses(cid:2)
Impairments of long-lived assets and other charges
INCOME (LOSS) FROM OPERATIONS(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Loss on sale of joint venture(cid:2)
Interest income, net(cid:2)
Other income (expense), net(cid:2)
(cid:2)
INCOME (LOSS) BEFORE INCOME TAXES
AND EQUITY EARNINGS(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Income tax (provision) benefit(cid:2)
Equity in (losses) earnings of joint ventures(cid:2)
NET INCOME (LOSS)(cid:2)
EARNINGS (LOSS) PER SHARE - BASIC(cid:2)
EARNINGS (LOSS) PER SHARE - DILUTED
(cid:2)
$
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
$
$
$
2010
719,500 $
630,263
89,237
28,285
1,153
59,799
(4,110 )
1,604
190
57,483
(2,993 )
(2,847 )
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
2009(cid:2)(cid:2)
418,846(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
429,015(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
(10,169(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
22,645(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
11,804(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
(44,618(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
—(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
2,155(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
(792(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2)(cid:2)
(43,255(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(26,047(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
(24,840(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
2008
754,894
748,317
6,577
25,744
18,501
(37,668)
—
2,917
6,178
(28,573)
1,778
742
51,643 $
(94,142(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(26,053)
1.93 $
1.93 $
(3.53(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(3.53(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(0.98)
(0.98)
See notes to consolidated financial statements.
(cid:2)
34
(cid:2)
SUPERIOR INDUSTRIES INTERNATIONAL, INC.(cid:2)
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS(cid:2)
(Thousands of dollars, except share amounts)(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Fiscal Year Ended December 31,(cid:2)
ASSETS(cid:2)
Current assets:(cid:2)
Cash and cash equivalents (Note 1)(cid:2)
Short term investments (Note 1)(cid:2)
Accounts receivable, net(cid:2)
Inventories(cid:2)
Income taxes receivable(cid:2)
Deferred income taxes, net(cid:2)
Assets held for sale(cid:2)
Other current assets(cid:2)
Total current assets(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Property, plant and equipment, net(cid:2)
Investment in joint venture(cid:2)
Non-current deferred income tax asset, net(cid:2)
Non-current assets(cid:2)
Total assets(cid:2)
(cid:2)
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
Current liabilities:(cid:2)
Accounts payable(cid:2)
Accrued expenses(cid:2)
Total current liabilities(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Non-current income tax liabilities(cid:2)
Non-current deferred income tax liabilities, net(cid:2)
Other non-current liabilities(cid:2)
Commitments and contingent liabilities (Note 11)
Shareholders' equity:(cid:2)
Preferred stock, no par value
Authorized - 1,000,000 shares(cid:2)
Issued - none(cid:2)
Common stock, no par value(cid:2)
Authorized - 100,000,000 shares(cid:2)
Issued and outstanding - 26,853,790 shares
(26,668,440 shares at December 31, 2009)
Accumulated other comprehensive loss(cid:2)
Retained earnings(cid:2)
Total shareholders' equity
Total liabilities and shareholders' equity(cid:2)
(cid:2)
See notes to consolidated financial statements.
(cid:2)
35
2010(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
129,631(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
21,922(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
116,726(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
74,897(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
1,221(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
3,920(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
4,548(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
28,747(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
381,612(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
167,207(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
4,500(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
—(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
19,123(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
572,442(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2)(cid:2)
30,230(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
40,308(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
70,538(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
33,049(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
25,492(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
29,881(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
—(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2)(cid:2)
—(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2)(cid:2)
61,675(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
(55,722(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
407,529(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
413,482(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
572,442(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
2009
108,567
31,900
88,991
47,612
8,930
777
6,771
14,584
308,132
180,121
23,602
7,781
22,217
541,853
24,574
42,202
66,776
46,634
22,385
32,786
—
—
56,854
(56,576)
372,994
373,272
541,853
$
(cid:2)
$
(cid:2)
$
(cid:2)
$
(cid:2)
SUPERIOR INDUSTRIES INTERNATIONAL, INC.(cid:2)
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY AND COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)(cid:2)
(Thousands of dollars, except per share amounts)(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Net loss(cid:2)
Other comprehensive loss(cid:2)
Net loss(cid:2)
Other comprehensive income(cid:2)
(cid:2)
BALANCE AT FISCAL(cid:2)
YEAR END 2007(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Comprehensive loss:(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
Comprehensive loss(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
Stock-based compensation expense(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2)
Stock options exercised(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Tax impact of stock options(cid:2)
Cash dividend declared ($0.64 per
share)(cid:2)
BALANCE AT FISCAL(cid:2)
YEAR END 2008(cid:2)
Comprehensive income (loss):(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Comprehensive loss(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
Stock-based compensation expense(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2)
Tax impact of stock options(cid:2)
Cash dividend declared ($0.64 per
share)(cid:2)
BALANCE AT FISCAL(cid:2)
YEAR END 2009(cid:2)
Comprehensive income:(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Comprehensive income(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Stock options exercised(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Restricted stock awards granted(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Restricted stock awards canceled(cid:2)
Stock-based compensation expense(cid:2) (cid:2)
Cash dividend declared ($0.64 per
share)(cid:2)
BALANCE AT FISCAL(cid:2)
YEAR END 2010(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Net income(cid:2)
Other comprehensive income(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Common Stock
Number of
Shares
Amount
Accumulated Other
Comprehensive
Income (Loss)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
Retained(cid:2)
Earnings(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Total
26,633,440 $
—
—
(cid:2)
—
35,000
—
—
26,668,440 $
(cid:2)
—
—
—
—
—
26,668,440 $
—
—
(cid:2)
145,350
44,000
(4,000 )
—
51,833
2,407
617
(223)
54,634
2,380
(160)
56,854
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
— (cid:2)
— (cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
— (cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
— (cid:2)
— (cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
— (cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
— (cid:2)
— (cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
— (cid:2)
— (cid:2)
(cid:2)
2,448
2,373
$
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
$
(cid:2)
$
(cid:2)
$
(cid:2)
$
(cid:2)
$
(cid:2)
(28,578)(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
— (cid:2)
(38,666)(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
— (cid:2)
— (cid:2)
— (cid:2)
— (cid:2)
(67,244)(cid:2)
(cid:2)
— (cid:2)
10,668 (cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
— (cid:2)
— (cid:2)
— (cid:2)
(56,576)(cid:2)
(cid:2)
— (cid:2)
854 (cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
— (cid:2)
— (cid:2)
— (cid:2)
— (cid:2)
(26,053)
(38,666)
527,318(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2) 550,573
(cid:2)
(cid:2)(cid:2)
(26,053(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
—(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
—(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
—(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
—(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
2,407
617
(223)
(64,719)
(17,062(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
(17,062)
(94,142)
10,668
484,203(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2) 471,593
(cid:2)(cid:2)
(94,142(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
—(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
—(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
—(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
2,380
(160)
(83,474)
(17,067(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
(17,067)
51,643
854
372,994(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2) 373,272
(cid:2)(cid:2)
51,643(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
—(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
—(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
—(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
—(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
—(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
2,448
—
—
2,373
52,497
—
— (cid:2)
— (cid:2)
(17,108(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
(17,108)
26,853,790 $
61,675
(cid:2)
$
(55,722)(cid:2)
$
407,529(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2) 413,482
See notes to consolidated financial statements.
(cid:2)
36
(cid:2)
SUPERIOR INDUSTRIES INTERNATIONAL, INC.(cid:2)
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOW(cid:2)
(Thousands of dollars)
Fiscal Year Ended December 31,
NET INCOME (LOSS)
Adjustment to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash
provided by operating activities:
Depreciation
Deferred income taxes
Loss on sale of joint venture
Equity in losses (earnings) of joint ventures, net of dividends received
Impairments of long-lived assets
Stock-based compensation
Other non-cash items
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:
Accounts receivable
Inventories
Other assets
Accounts payable
Income taxes
Other liabilities
Non-current tax liabilities
NET CASH PROVIDED BY OPERATING ACTIVITIES
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES:
Proceeds from sales of investments (Note 1)
Purchase of investments (Note 1)
Additions to property, plant and equipment
Proceeds from sale of Suoftec Ltd joint venture
Purchase of investment in Synergies Casting Ltd in India
Proceeds from collection of notes receivable
Premiums paid for life insurance
Proceeds from sale of fixed assets
NET CASH PROVIED BY (USED IN) INVESTING ACTIVITIES
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES:
Cash dividends paid
Stock options exercised
NET CASH USED IN FINANCING ACTIVITIES
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the year (Note 1)
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the year
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
See notes to consolidated financial statements.(cid:2)
37
2010
2009
2008
$
51,643 $
(94,142) $
(26,053)
29,093
8,627
4,110
2,847
1,153
2,373
55
(22,136 )
(25,832 )
(23,961 )
5,488
7,713
4,448
(15,043 )
30,578
36,149
(22,094 )
(9,313 )
4,945
(4,500 )
—
(447 )
406
5,146
(17,108 )
2,448
(14,660 )
21,064
108,567
30,779
39,776
—
24,840
11,804
2,380
1,528
4,212
24,064
(11,616)
(3,530 )
(5,879)
5,035
(6,924)
22,327
11,500
(47,465)
(8,484 )
—
—
—
—
885
(43,564)
(17,067)
—
(17,067)
(38,304)
146,871
43,712
(9,705 )
—
(742)
18,501
2,407
11,433
27,192
30,148
(120)
(22,755)
3,891
(8,379 )
(1,658)
67,872
—
—
(13,227)
152
—
1,606
—
144
(11,325)
(17,062)
617
(16,445)
40,102
106,769
$
129,631 $
108,567 $
146,871
(cid:2)
SUPERIOR INDUSTRIES INTERNATIONAL, INC.(cid:2)
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(cid:2)
NOTE 1 - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
(cid:2)
Nature of Operations(cid:2)
(cid:2)
The company is engaged in the development, manufacture and sale of cast aluminum road wheels to the world's leading
automobile and light truck manufacturers, with wheel manufacturing operations in the United States, Mexico and India.
Customers in North America represent the principal market for our products. As described in Note 2 - Business Segments,
the company operates as a single integrated business and, as such, has only one operating segment - automotive wheels.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Presentation of Consolidated Financial Statements(cid:2)
(cid:2)
The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of the company and its wholly owned subsidiaries. All
intercompany transactions are eliminated in consolidation. Affiliated 50 percent-owned joint ventures are recorded in the
financial statements using the equity method of accounting. The carrying value of these equity investments is reported in
long-term investments and the company's equity in net earnings of these investments is reported separately in the
consolidated statements of operations.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
We have made a number of estimates and assumptions related to the reporting of assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses to
prepare these financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of
America as delineated by the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) in its Accounting Standards Codification (ASC)
(U.S. GAAP). Generally, assets and liabilities that are subject to estimation and judgment include the allowance for doubtful
accounts, inventory valuation, amortization of preproduction costs, impairment of and the estimated useful lives of our long-
lived assets, self-insurance portions of employee benefits, workers’ compensation and general liability programs, fair value of
stock-based compensation and deferred income taxes. While actual results could differ, we believe such estimates to be
reasonable.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Our fiscal year is the 52- or 53-week period ending generally on the last Sunday of the calendar year. The fiscal years 2010,
2009 and 2008 comprised the 52-week periods ended on December 26, 2010, December 27, 2009, and December 28, 2008,
respectively. For convenience of presentation, all fiscal years are referred to as beginning as of January 1 and ending as of
December 31, but actually reflect our financial position and results of operations for the periods described above. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
Cash and Cash Equivalents(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Cash and cash equivalents generally consist of cash, certificates of deposit and fixed deposits and money market funds with
original maturities of three months or less. Our cash and cash equivalents are not subject to significant interest rate risk due
to the short maturities of these investments. Certificates of deposit and fixed deposits whose original maturity is three
months or less are classified as a cash equivalents, certificates of deposit and fixed deposits whose original maturity is greater
than three months and less than one year are classified as a short-term investment and certificates of deposit and fixed
deposits whose maturity is greater than one year at the balance sheet date are classified as non-current assets in our
consolidated balance sheet. The purchase of any certificate of deposit or fixed deposit that is classified as short-term
investments or non-current assets appear in the investing section of our consolidated statement of cash flows. At times
throughout the year and at year-end, cash balances held at financial institutions were in excess of federally insured limits.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Restricted Deposits(cid:2)
(cid:2)
As of December 31, 2010, we have a total of $5.2 million in certificates of deposit that mature within the next twelve months
that are used to secure our workers' compensation obligations in lieu of letters of credit or serve as collateral for our purchase
commitments under forward natural gas contracts. These certificates of deposit are classified as short-term investments on
our consolidated balance sheet and are restricted in use.
As of December 31, 2009, we had a total of $10.3 million in certificates of deposit which were restricted in use that were
used to secure our workers’ compensation obligations or serve as collateral for our purchase commitments under forward
natural gas contracts. $6.2 million was classified as short-term investments and the remaining $4.1 million was classified as
non-current assets in our consolidated balance sheet. (cid:2)
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(cid:2)
Fair Values of Financial Instruments and Commitments(cid:2)
(cid:2)
The company adopted U.S. GAAP accounting guidance relating to fair value measurements and disclosures effective
January 1, 2008. The new guidance clarifies the definition of fair value, prescribes methods for measuring fair value,
establishes a fair value hierarchy based on the inputs used to measure fair value and expands disclosures about the use of fair
value measurements. The valuation techniques utilized are based upon observable and unobservable inputs. Observable
inputs reflect market data obtained from independent sources, while unobservable inputs reflect internal market assumptions.
These two types of inputs create the following fair value hierarchy: (cid:2)
(cid:2)
Level 1 - Quoted prices for identical instruments in active markets. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
Level 2 - Quoted prices for similar instruments in active markets; quoted prices for identical or similar instruments in markets
that are not active; and model-derived valuations whose inputs are observable or whose significant value drivers are
observable. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
Level 3 - Significant inputs to the valuation model are unobservable.
(cid:2)
The carrying amounts for cash and cash equivalents, investments in certificates of deposit, accounts receivable, accounts
payable and accrued expenses approximate their fair values due to the short period of time until maturity. Fair values of our
natural gas contracts that we accounted for as derivatives are discussed further in Note 11 - Commitments and Contingent
Liabilities, and are based upon quoted market prices using the market approach on a recurring basis and are considered Level
1 inputs within the fair value hierarchy provided in accordance with U.S. GAAP.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Inventories(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Inventories, which are categorized as raw materials, work-in-process or finished goods, are stated at the lower of cost or
market using the first-in, first-out method.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Property, Plant and Equipment(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Property, plant and equipment are carried at cost, less accumulated depreciation. The cost of additions, improvements and
interest during construction, if any, are capitalized. Our maintenance and repair costs are charged to expense when incurred.
Depreciation is calculated generally on the straight-line method based on the estimated useful lives of the assets.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Classification(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Computer equipment(cid:2)
Production machinery and equipment(cid:2)
Buildings(cid:2)
3 to 5 years
7 to 10 years
25 years
Expected Useful Life
When property, plant and equipment is replaced, retired or disposed of, the cost and related accumulated depreciation are
removed from the accounts. Property, plant and equipment no longer used in operations, which are generally insignificant in
amount, are stated at the lower of cost or estimated net realizable value. Gains and losses, if any, are recorded as a
component of operating income if the disposition relates to an operating asset. If a non-operating asset is disposed of, any
gains and losses are recorded in other income or expense in the period of disposition or write down. (cid:2)
Non Cash Investing Activities
During the years ended December 31, 2010 and December 31, 2009, an additional $0.3 million and $1.3 million,
respectively, of equipment had been purchased but not yet paid.
During the second quarter of 2010, we made a strategic decision to liquidate our investment in Suoftec and, on June 18, 2010,
we sold our 50-percent ownership to our joint venture partner, Otto Fuchs. The total sales proceeds for our investment
included cash of 4.0 million euros, or $4.9 million, which was received in the second quarter of 2010, and an unconditional
right to receive machinery and equipment from Suoftec valued up to 3.0 million euros, or $3.8 million. As of December 31,
2010, we had received equipment valued at 0.8 million euros and had recorded a receivable in the amount of 2.2 million
euros, or $2.9 million.
(cid:2)
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(cid:2)
Preproduction Costs and Revenue Recognition Related to Long-Term Supply Arrangements
(cid:2)
We incur preproduction engineering and tooling costs related to the products produced for our customers under long-term
supply agreements. We expense all preproduction engineering costs for which reimbursement is not contractually guaranteed
by the customer or are in excess of the contractually guaranteed reimbursement amount. We amortize the cost of the
customer-owned tooling over the expected life of the wheel program on a straight line basis. Also, we defer any
reimbursements made to us by our customer and recognize the tooling reimbursement revenue over the same period in which
the tooling is in use. Changes in the facts and circumstances of individual wheel programs may accelerate the amortization
of both the cost of customer-owned tooling and the deferred tooling reimbursement revenues. Recognized tooling
reimbursement revenues, which totaled $10.0 million in both 2010 and 2009, and $16.5 million in 2008, are included in net
sales in the consolidated statements of operations. The following tables summarize the unamortized customer-owned tooling
costs included in our long-term other assets, and the deferred tooling revenues included in accrued expenses and other non-
current liabilities:(cid:2)
(cid:2)
December 31,(cid:2)
(Dollars in Thousands)(cid:2)
2010(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2)
2009
Unamortized Preproduction Costs(cid:2)
Preproduction costs(cid:2)
Accumulated depreciation(cid:2)
Net preproduction costs(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Deferred Tooling Revenue(cid:2)
Accrued expenses(cid:2)
Other non-current liabilities(cid:2)
Total deferred tooling revenue(cid:2)
(cid:2)
$
$
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
$
$
(cid:2) (cid:2)
36,754(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
(24,159(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
12,595(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
5,491(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
2,384(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
7,875(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
26,929
(15,108)
11,821
7,038
4,783
11,821
Impairment of Long-Lived Assets and Investments(cid:2)
(cid:2)
In accordance with the Property, Plant and Equipment Topic of the ASC, management evaluates the recoverability and
estimated remaining lives of long-lived assets whenever facts and circumstances suggest that the carrying value of the assets
may not be recoverable or the useful life has changed. See Note 15 - Impairment of Long-Lived Assets and Other Charges
for further discussion of asset impairments.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
When facts and circumstances indicate that there may have been a loss in value, management will also evaluate its equity
method investments to determine whether there was an other-than-temporary impairment. If a loss in the value of the
investment is determined to be other than temporary, then the decline in value is recognized in earnings. See Note 6 -
Investment in Joint Ventures for further discussion of investment impairments.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities(cid:2)
In order to hedge exposure related to fluctuations in foreign currency rates and the cost of certain commodities used in the
manufacture of our products, we periodically may purchase derivative financial instruments such as forward contracts,
options or collars to offset or mitigate the impact of such fluctuations. Programs to hedge currency rate exposure may
address ongoing transactions including, foreign-currency-denominated receivables and payables, as well as, specific
transactions related to purchase obligations. Programs to hedge exposure to commodity cost fluctuations would be based on
underlying physical consumption of such commodity. At December 31, 2010 and 2009, we held no derivative financial
instruments other than the natural gas contracts discussed below.
(cid:2)
We also enter into contracts to purchase certain commodities used in the manufacture of our products, such as aluminum,
natural gas, and other raw materials. Our natural gas contracts are considered to be derivatives instruments under US GAAP.
However, upon entering into these contracts, we expect to fulfill our purchase commitments and take full delivery of the
contracted quantities of natural gas during the normal course of business. Accordingly, under U.S. GAAP, these purchase
contracts are not accounted for as a derivative because we typically qualify for the normal purchase normal sale exception
under US GAAP, unless there is a change in the facts or circumstances that causes management to believe that these
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(cid:2)
commitments would not be used in the normal course of business. See Note 11 - Commitments and Contingent Liabilities
for additional information pertaining to these purchase commitments.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Foreign Currency Transactions and Translation(cid:2)
(cid:2)
We have a wholly-owned foreign subsidiary with operations in Mexico. The functional currency for this subsidiary is the
Peso. This subsidiary had monetary assets and liabilities that were denominated in currencies that are different than the
functional currency and are translated into the functional currency of the entity using the exchange rate in effect at the end of
each accounting period. Any gains and losses recorded as a result of the remeasurement of monetary assets and liabilities
into the functional currency are reflected as transaction gains and losses and included in other income (expense) in the
consolidated statement of operations. For the three years ended December 31, 2010, we had foreign currency transaction
(losses) and gains of $(1.2) million, ($0.8) million and $5.5 million, respectively, which are included in other income
(expense) in the consolidated statements of operations. In addition, we have an equity method investee in India and, until
June 2010, in Hungary. The functional currency of our Indian equity method investee is the Indian rupee and the functional
currency of our Hungarian equity method investee was the euro. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
When our foreign subsidiaries and equity method investees translate their financial statements from the functional currency to
the reporting currency, the balance sheet accounts are translated using the exchange rates in effect at the end of the
accounting period and retained earnings is translated using historical rates. The income statement accounts are translated at
the weighted average of exchange rates during the period and the cumulative effect of translation is recorded as a separate
component of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) in shareholders' equity, as reflected in Note 14 - Other
Comprehensive Income (Loss). For our equity method investees, we record our proportionate share of the equity method
investees cumulative effect of translation as a separate component of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) in
shareholders' equity. The value of the Mexican peso increased by 6 percent in relation to the U.S. dollar in 2010. The euro
weakened by 9 percent versus the U.S. dollar in 2010.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Revenue Recognition(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Sales of products and any related costs are recognized when title and risk of loss transfers to the purchaser, generally upon
shipment. Tooling reimbursement revenues related to initial tooling reimbursed by our customers are deferred and
recognized over the expected life of the wheel program on a straight line basis, as discussed above. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
Research and Development(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Research and development costs (primarily engineering and related costs) are expensed as incurred and are included in cost
of sales in the consolidated statements of operations. Amounts expended during each of the three years in the period ended
December 31, 2010 were $4.9 million in 2010, $3.1 million in 2009 and $4.7 million in 2008. The decrease experienced in
2009 was due to closure of our engineering center in Van Nuys, California, and the reduction of wheel program development
activities in that year.(cid:2)
Value-Added Taxes
Value-added taxes that are collected from customers and remitted to taxing authorities are excluded from sales and cost of
sales.
Stock-Based Compensation(cid:2)
(cid:2)
We account for stock-based compensation using the fair value recognition method in accordance with U.S. GAAP. We
recognize these compensation costs net of the applicable forfeiture rate and recognize the compensation costs for only those
shares expected to vest on a straight-line basis over the requisite service period of the award, which is generally the option
vesting term of four years. We estimate the forfeiture rate based on our historical experience. See Note - 12 Stock-Based
Compensation for additional information concerning our share-based compensation awards. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
Income Taxes(cid:2)
(cid:2)
We account for income taxes using the asset and liability method. The asset and liability method requires the recognition of
deferred tax assets and liabilities for expected future tax consequences of temporary differences that currently exist between
the tax basis and financial reporting basis of our assets and liabilities. We calculate current and deferred tax provisions based
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(cid:2)
on estimates and assumptions that could differ from actual results reflected on the income tax returns filed during the
following years. Adjustments based on filed returns are recorded when identified in the subsequent years.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
The effect on deferred taxes for a change in tax rates is recognized in income in the period that the tax rate change is enacted.
In assessing the realizability of deferred tax assets, we consider whether it is more likely than not that some portion of the
deferred tax assets will not be realized. A valuation allowance is provided for deferred income taxes when, in our judgment,
based upon currently available information and other factors, it is more likely than not that all or a portion of such deferred
income tax assets will not be realized. The determination of the need for a valuation allowance is based on an on-going
evaluation of current information including, among other things, historical operating results, estimates of future earnings in
different taxing jurisdictions and the expected timing of the reversals of temporary differences. We believe that the
determination to record a valuation allowance to reduce a deferred income tax asset is a significant accounting estimate
because it is based, among other things, on an estimate of future taxable income in the United States and certain other
jurisdictions, which is susceptible to change and may or may not occur, and because the impact of adjusting a valuation
allowance may be material.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
In determining when to release the valuation allowance established against our U.S. net deferred income tax assets, we
consider all available evidence, both positive and negative. Consistent with our policy, the valuation allowance against our
U.S. net deferred income tax assets, will not be reversed until such time as we have generated three years of cumulative pre-
tax income and have reached sustained profitability in the U.S., which we define as two consecutive one year periods of pre-
tax income.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
The company adopted the U.S. GAAP method of accounting for uncertain tax positions during 2007. The purpose of this
method is to clarify accounting for uncertain tax positions recognized. The U.S. GAAP method of accounting for uncertain
tax positions utilizes a two-step approach to evaluate tax positions. Step one, recognition, requires evaluation of the tax
position to determine if based solely on technical merits it is more likely than not to be sustained upon examination. Step
two, measurement, is addressed only if a position is more likely than not to be sustained. In step two, the tax benefit is
measured as the largest amount of benefit, determined on a cumulative probability basis, which is more likely than not to be
realized upon ultimate settlement with tax authorities. If a position does not meet the more likely than not threshold for
recognition in step one, no benefit is recorded until the first subsequent period in which the more likely than not standard is
met, the issue is resolved with the taxing authority, or the statute of limitations expires. Positions previously recognized are
derecognized when we subsequently determine the position no longer is more likely than not to be sustained. Evaluation of
tax positions, their technical merits, and measurements using cumulative probability are highly subjective management
estimates. Actual results could differ materially from these estimates.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Presently, we have not recorded a deferred tax liability for temporary differences related to investments in foreign
subsidiaries that are essentially permanent in duration. These temporary differences may become taxable upon a repatriation
of earnings from the subsidiaries or a sale or liquidation of the subsidiaries. At this time the company does not have any
plans to repatriate income from its foreign subsidiaries. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
Earnings (Loss) Per Share(cid:2)
(cid:2)
As summarized below, basic earnings (loss) per share is computed by dividing net income (loss) for the period by the
weighted average number of common shares outstanding for the period. For purposes of calculating diluted earnings per
share, net income is divided by the total of the weighted average shares outstanding plus the dilutive effect of our outstanding
stock options under the treasury stock method, which includes consideration of stock-based compensation required by U.S.
GAAP.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
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(cid:2)
Year Ended December 31,(cid:2)
(Thousands of dollars, except per share amounts)
Basic Earnings (Loss) Per Share(cid:2)
Reported net income (loss)(cid:2)
Weighted average shares outstanding(cid:2)
Basic earnings (loss) per share(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Diluted Earnings (Loss) Per Share(cid:2)
Reported net income (loss)(cid:2)
Weighted average shares outstanding(cid:2)
Weighted average dilutive stock options(cid:2)
Weighted average shares outstanding - diluted(cid:2)
$
$
(cid:2)
$
2010
51,643 $
26,704
1.93 $
(cid:2)
51,643 $
26,704
85
26,789
2009(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(94,142(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2) $(cid:2)
26,668(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
(3.53(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2)(cid:2)
(94,142(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2) $(cid:2)
26,668(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
—(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
26,668(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
2008
(26,053)
26,655
(0.98)
(26,053)
26,655
—
26,655
(3.53(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(0.98)
$
1.93 $
Diluted earnings (loss) per share
(cid:2)
The following potential shares of common stock were excluded from the diluted earnings per share calculations because they
would have been anti-dilutive due to their exercise prices exceeding the average market prices for the respective periods: for
the year ended December 31, 2010, options to purchase 2,956,100 shares at prices ranging from $16.32 to $43.22; for the
year ended December 31, 2009, options to purchase 3,466,575 shares at prices ranging from $13.15 to $43.22; and for the
year ended December 31, 2008, options to purchase 3,214,737 shares at prices ranging from $17.55 to $43.22 per share.
Additionally, stock options to purchase 135,000 shares of common stock were excluded from the 2009 diluted earnings per
share because they would have been anti-dilutive due to our net loss position.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
New Accounting Standards(cid:2)
(cid:2)
During June 2009, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2009-17, Consolidations (ASC 810) -
Improvements to Financial Reporting by Enterprises Involved with Variable Interest Entities (ASU 2009-17). ASU 2009-17
amended the consolidation guidance applicable to variable interest entities (VIE) and changed the approach for determining
the primary beneficiary of a VIE. Among other things, the new guidance requires a qualitative rather than a quantitative
analysis to determine the primary beneficiary of a VIE; requires continuous assessments of whether an enterprise is the
primary beneficiary of a VIE; enhances disclosures about an enterprise's involvement with a VIE; and amends certain
guidance for determining whether an entity is a VIE. This accounting guidance is effective for annual periods beginning after
November 15, 2009 and was effective for the Company beginning in the first quarter of fiscal 2010. The adoption of this
standard had no impact on the Company's results of operations or financial position.(cid:2)
Prior Period Adjustments
During 2009, we invested approximately $37.2 million in short-term fixed deposits with financial institutions that had
original maturities greater than three months but less than one year. As of December 31, 2009, approximately $11.5 million
of these fixed deposits had matured. We previously reported these fixed deposits as cash and cash equivalents. As such, we
have revised our previously reported consolidated balance sheet for fiscal 2009 to reflect an increase of approximately $25.7
million in short-term investments and a corresponding decrease in cash and cash equivalents. In addition, we have revised
our previously reported consolidated cash flows for fiscal 2009 to reflect an increase in the purchase of investments by $37.2
million and to show the redemption of $11.5 million of investments related to the purchase and subsequent maturity of the
short-term fixed deposits. These revisions correct the misclassification made in presenting these fixed deposits as cash and
cash equivalents. The correction had no effect on our previously reported consolidated statements of operations, consolidated
statements of shareholders’ equity or the consolidated net cash provided by operating activities and the cash used in financing
activities within the consolidated statement of cash flows, and is not considered material to any previously reported
consolidated financial statements.
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
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(cid:2)
NOTE 2 – BUSINESS SEGMENTS(cid:2)
(cid:2)
The company's chief operating decision maker (CODM) is the Chief Executive Officer because he has final authority over
performance assessment and resource allocation decisions. The CODM evaluates both consolidated and disaggregated
financial information for each of the company's business units in deciding how to allocate resources and assess performance.
Each manufacturing facility manufactures the same products, ships product to the same group of customers, utilizes the same
cast manufacturing process and as a result, production can generally be transferred amongst our facilities. Accordingly, we
operate as a single integrated business and, as such, have only one operating segment - automotive wheels. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
Year Ended December 31,(cid:2)
(Thousands of dollars)(cid:2)
Net sales:(cid:2)
U.S.(cid:2)
Mexico(cid:2)
415,059
339,835
2010
$
254,387 $
465,113
2008
Consolidated net sales(cid:2)
(cid:2)
December 31,(cid:2)
(Thousands of dollars)(cid:2)
Property, plant and equipment, net:(cid:2)
U.S.(cid:2)
Mexico(cid:2)
Consolidated property, plant and equipment, net
NOTE 3 – ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
(cid:2)
December 31,(cid:2)
(Thousands of dollars)(cid:2)
Trade receivables(cid:2)
Receivable from Otto Fuchs Kg
Receivable from joint venture(cid:2)
Other receivables(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Allowance for doubtful accounts(cid:2)
Accounts receivable, net(cid:2)
2009(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
144,970(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $
273,876(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
418,846(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $
(cid:2) (cid:2)
2010(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
44,382(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $
122,825(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
167,207(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $
2010(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
105,745(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
2,867(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
-(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
9,097(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
117,709(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
(983(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
116,726(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
754,894
2009
48,311
131,810
180,121
2009
82,065
-
2,764
4,648
89,477
(486)
88,991
$
719,500 $
$
$
$
$
The following percentages of our consolidated net sales were made to GM, Ford and Chrysler: 2010 - 33 percent, 33 percent
and 14 percent; 2009 - 34 percent, 35 percent and 12 percent; and 2008 - 40 percent, 28 percent and 14 percent, respectively.
These three customers represented 77 percent and 90 percent of trade receivables at December 31, 2010 and 2009,
respectively. Shortly after the bankruptcy filings by Chrysler on April 30, 2009 and by GM on June 1, 2009, both customers
designated the company as a key supplier, indicating that all pre- and post-petition accounts receivable would be paid in
accordance with payment terms existing prior to the bankruptcy filing dates. All of the pre-petition accounts receivable
balances for both GM and Chrysler were paid.
(cid:2)
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(cid:2)
NOTE 4 – INVENTORIES(cid:2)
(cid:2)
December 31,(cid:2)
(Thousands of dollars)(cid:2)
Raw materials(cid:2)
Work-in-process(cid:2)
Finished goods(cid:2)
Inventories(cid:2)
NOTE 5 - PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT
(cid:2)
December 31,(cid:2)
(Thousands of dollars)(cid:2)
Land and buildings(cid:2)
Machinery and equipment(cid:2)
Leasehold improvements and others(cid:2)
Construction in progress(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Accumulated depreciation(cid:2)
Property, plant and equipment, net(cid:2)
2010(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
13,414(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
39,893(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
21,590(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
74,897(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
2010(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
71,757(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $
406,150(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
8,332(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
5,617(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
491,856(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
(324,649(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
167,207(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $
2009
7,281
19,230
21,101
47,612
2009
69,589
386,785
8,379
8,444
473,197
(293,076)
180,121
$
$
$
$
The asset impairment charges of $11.8 million in 2009 were recorded in the appropriate fixed asset cost categories in the
table above as discussed in Note 15 - Impairment of Long-Lived Assets and Other Charges. The net book values of all assets
available for sale, totaling $4.5 million at December 31, 2010 and $6.8 million at December 31, 2009, were removed from
the respective fixed asset categories above and have been included in assets held for sale on the consolidated balance sheet. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
NOTE 6 – INVESTMENT IN JOINT VENTURE
(cid:2)
In 1995, we entered into a joint venture with Otto Fuchs Kg, based in Meinerzhagen, Germany (Otto Fuchs), to form Suoftec
Light Metal Products Production & Distribution Ltd (Suoftec) to manufacture cast and forged aluminum wheels in Hungary
principally for the European automobile industry. During the second quarter of 2010, we made a strategic decision to
liquidate our investment in Suoftec and, on June 18, 2010, we sold our 50-percent ownership to our joint venture partner,
Otto Fuchs. The total sales proceeds for our investment included cash of 4.0 million euros, or $4.9 million, which was
received in the second quarter of 2010, and an unconditional right to receive machinery and equipment from Suoftec valued
up to 3.0 million euros, or $3.8 million. As of December 31, 2010, we had received equipment valued at 0.8 million euros
and had recorded a receivable in the amount of 2.2 million euros, or $2.9 million. As of the date of sale, the net investment in
Suoftec was $12.8 million, resulting in a loss on the sale of our investment of $4.1 million.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Being 50-percent owned and non-controlled, Suoftec was not consolidated, but was accounted for using the equity method of
accounting. Included below are Suoftec's summary statements of operations through the date of sale in June 2010 and for the
years ended December 31, 2009 and 2008. (cid:2)
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(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Summary Statements of Operations(cid:2)
(Thousands of dollars)(cid:2)
Net sales(cid:2)
Cost of sales(cid:2)
Gross profit (loss)(cid:2)
Selling, general and administrative expenses(cid:2)
Impairment of long-lived assets(cid:2)
Income from operations(cid:2)
Other income (expense), net(cid:2)
Income before income taxes(cid:2)
Income tax benefit (provision)(cid:2)
Net income(cid:2)
Superior's share of Suoftec net income (loss)(cid:2)
Intercompany profit elimination(cid:2)
Superior's equity in earnings (loss) of Suoftec
(cid:2)
$
$
$
$
Through Date of
Sale
In June 2010
39,456 $
43,347
(3,891 )
1,145
—
(5,036 )
(1,089 )
(6,125 )
3
(6,122 ) $
(3,061 ) $
214
(2,847 ) $
Year Ended December 31,
2009(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
83,068(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
100,418(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
(17,350(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
1,895(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
28,759(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
(48,004(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
(1,046(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
(49,050(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
(1,079(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
(50,129(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(25,065(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2) $(cid:2)
225(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
(24,840(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2) $(cid:2)
2008
137,173
134,226
2,947
2,612
—
335
165
500
(111)
389
195
547
742
(cid:2)
Because Suoftec was also affected by similar economic conditions impacting the European automotive industry in 2008 and
2009, management had tested the joint venture's long-lived assets for impairment at the end of each fiscal quarter in 2009 in
accordance with U.S. GAAP. Due to the general decline in the European automotive industry, during the fourth quarter of
2009, the projected future shipments declined sharply compared to the projections prepared earlier in the year. The
impairment analysis performed at the end of the year indicated that the estimated undiscounted future cash flows from the
reduced projected shipments of our joint venture facility would not be sufficient to recover the carrying value of long-lived
assets attributable to that facility. As a result, Suoftec recorded a $28.8 million pretax impairment charge against their long-
lived assets reducing the carrying value of the asset grouping of $76.0 million to the asset grouping's fair value. We recorded
our share of the charge, or $14.4 million, in our equity in earnings (losses) from joint ventures during the fourth quarter of
2009. The estimated fair value of the Suoftec asset group was determined using a discounted cash flow model with the
resulting value compared with comparable valuation multiples and was determined using Level 3 inputs within the fair value
hierarchy in accordance with U.S. GAAP.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Summary Balance Sheet December 31,(cid:2)
(Thousands of dollars)(cid:2)
Cash and cash equivalents(cid:2)
Accounts receivable, net(cid:2)
Inventories(cid:2)
2009
Total current assets(cid:2)
Property, plant and equipment, net(cid:2)
Other assets(cid:2)
Total assets(cid:2)
Current liabilities(cid:2)
Non-current liabilities(cid:2)
Total liabilities(cid:2)
Net assets(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
14,898
14,827
17,189
46,914
13,897
1,169
61,980
14,413
363
14,776
47,204
Superior's share of net assets(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Investment in India
On June 28, 2010, we executed a share subscription agreement (the "Agreement") with Synergies Casting Limited
(Synergies), a private aluminum wheel manufacturer based in Visakhapatnam, India, providing for our acquisition of a
23,602
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(cid:2)
minority interest in Synergies by the company. As of December 31, 2010, the total cash investment in Synergies amounted
to $4.5 million, representing a 14.6 percent of the outstanding equity shares of Synergies. If certain conditions are met by
Synergies, the Agreement also provides for us to make an additional investment of $5.0 million, which would increase our
ownership to approximately 26 percent. However, the conditions were not satisfied by a February 15, 2011 deadline, which
deadline had been extended from December 3, 2010, and therefore we are not obligated to make any further investment.
Additionally, we have the right on or before March 30, 2011, to elect to cause Synergies to use reasonable efforts to sell
within three months our equity shares at our cost, and if unsuccessful, we may cause certain shareholders of Synergies to
purchase our equity shares at our purchase cost within three months. Our investment in Synergies was accounted for under
the equity method of accounting. During 2010, our proportionate share of Synergies operating results was immaterial. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
NOTE 7 – INCOME TAXES(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Year Ended December 31,(cid:2)
(Thousands of dollars)(cid:2)
2009(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
2010
2008
Income (loss) before income taxes and equity earnings:
Domestic(cid:2)
International(cid:2)
(cid:2)
$
$
39,840 $
17,643
57,483 $
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(51,932(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2) $(cid:2)
8,677(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
(43,255(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2) $(cid:2)
The (provision) benefit for income taxes is comprised of the following:(cid:2)
Year Ended December 31,(cid:2)
(Thousands of dollars)(cid:2)
Current taxes(cid:2)
Federal(cid:2)
State(cid:2)
Foreign(cid:2)
Total current taxes(cid:2)
Deferred taxes(cid:2)
Federal(cid:2)
State(cid:2)
Foreign(cid:2)
Total deferred taxes(cid:2)
$
$
2010(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(1,777 )(cid:2)
(1,144 )(cid:2)
8,555 (cid:2)
5,634 (1)(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(6,961 )(cid:2)
— (cid:2)
(1,666 )(cid:2)
(8,627 )(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(2,993 )(cid:2)
2009(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
18,765(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $
183(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
(5,218(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
13,730(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2)(cid:2)
(35,154(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
(400(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
(4,222(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
(39,776(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(26,046(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2) $
(cid:2)
(Provision) benefit for income taxes:(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(1) Included in current foreign taxes are interest and penalties accrued on our unrecognized tax benefit of $3.2 million offset
by the reversal of unrecognized tax benefits of $19.1 million.
1,778
$
$
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(41,407)
12,834
(28,573)
2008
(758)
(213)
(6,956 )
(7,927 )
12,832
1,077
(4,204 )
9,705
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(cid:2)
The following is a reconciliation of the United States federal tax rate to our effective income tax rate:
Year Ended December 31,(cid:2)
Statutory rate - (provision) benefit(cid:2)
State tax (provisions), net of federal income tax benefit
Permanent differences(cid:2)
Tax credits(cid:2)
Foreign income taxed at rates other than the statutory rate
Valuation allowance(cid:2)
Changes in tax liabilities, net(cid:2)
Other(cid:2)
Effective income tax rate(cid:2)
2010
(35.0) %
(5.6)
0.3
1.5
(11.0)
40.1
6.5
(2.0)
(5.2) %
2009(cid:2)(cid:2)
35.0(cid:2) %(cid:2) (cid:2)
10.6(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(5.0(cid:2))(cid:2)
(cid:2)
0.1(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
1.4(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(106.4(cid:2))(cid:2)
(cid:2)
7.3(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(3.2(cid:2))(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(60.2(cid:2))%(cid:2) (cid:2)
2008
35%
5.0
(12.0)
0.7
(0.3)
(25.2)
(0.6)
3.6
6.2%
The 2010 rate was favorably impacted by a net $3.7 million reduction in our tax liability caused by the benefit from a
favorable outcome of a tax examination in Mexico which was partially offset by the reversal of related deferred tax assets and
the accrual of additional interest and penalties on existing tax positions. The rate in 2010 was also favorably impacted by the
utilization of net operating losses in the U.S. of $16 million, for which a valuation allowance had previously been provided.
During 2010, our effective tax rate in Mexico was a net rate of 27 percent. The statutory tax rate in Mexico is 30 percent.
Much like in the U.S. the effective rate was reduced by the net reversal of valuation allowance which had been provided
against our net operating loss carryforward, but increased as a result of the company being subject to the IETU tax regime.
Additionally, the overall effective rate was increased by the $4.1 million loss on the sale of our investment in Suoftec for
which no tax benefit has been recorded. During 2009 and 2008, our effective tax rate was primarily impacted by additional
income tax expense of $46 million and $7.2 million, respectively, caused by increases in our valuation allowance. In
addition, our effective tax rate during those periods was impacted by permanent differences that remained relatively the same
but that contributed to the overall effective tax rate due to fluctuating levels of income (loss) before income taxes and equity
earnings.
We are a multinational company subject to taxation in many jurisdictions. We record liabilities dealing with uncertainty in
the application of complex tax laws and regulations in the various taxing jurisdictions in which we operate. If we determine
that payment of these liabilities will be unnecessary, we reverse the liability and recognize the tax benefit during the period in
which we determine the liability no longer applies. Conversely, we record additional tax liabilities or valuation allowances in
a period in which we determine that a recorded liability is less than we expect the ultimate assessment to be or that a tax asset
is impaired. The effects of recording liability increases and decreases are included in the effective income tax rate.
Income taxes are accounted for pursuant to U.S. GAAP, which requires the use of the liability method and the recognition of
deferred tax assets and liabilities for the expected future tax consequences of temporary differences between the financial
statement carrying amounts and the tax basis of assets and liabilities. The effect on deferred taxes for a change in tax rates is
recognized in the provision for income taxes in the period of enactment. U.S. income taxes on undistributed earnings of our
international subsidiaries have not been provided as such earnings are considered permanently reinvested. Tax credits and
special deductions are accounted for as a reduction of the provision for income taxes in the period in which the credits arise.
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(cid:2)
Tax effects of temporary differences that gave rise to significant portions of the deferred tax assets and deferred liabilities at
December 31, 2010 and 2009:
(cid:2)
December 31,(cid:2)
(Thousands of dollars)(cid:2)
Deferred income tax assets(cid:2)
2009
Liabilities deductible in the future(cid:2)
Deferred compensation(cid:2)
Net loss carryforward(cid:2)
Tax credit carryforward(cid:2)
Financial and tax accounting differences associated with foreign operations
Other(cid:2)
Total before valuation allowances(cid:2)
Valuation allowances(cid:2)
Net deferred income tax assets(cid:2)
Deferred income tax liabilities(cid:2)
Differences between the book and tax basis of property, plant and equipment
Differences between financial and tax accounting associated with foreign operations
Other(cid:2)
Deferred income tax liabilities(cid:2)
Net deferred income tax liabilities(cid:2)
$
$
2010(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
7,736(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $
16,156(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
3,176(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
4,054(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
17,241(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
3,931(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
52,294(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
(43,250(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
9,044(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2)(cid:2)
(30,616(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
—(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
—(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
(30,616(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
(21,572(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2) $
6,569
13,948
24,255
6,640
26,308
877
78,597
(66,143)
12,454
(17,286)
(8,556)
(439)
(26,281)
(13,827)
As of December 31, 2010 and 2009, we had approximately $21.6 million and $13.8 million of net deferred tax liabilities,
respectively, the majority of which were in Mexico and the U.S. We have recorded valuation allowances of $43.3 million
and $66.1 million against our deferred tax assets at December 31, 2010 and 2009, respectively, based on our assessment of
our ability to utilize these deferred tax assets. The valuation allowances established relate to all U. S. and state deferred tax
assets, and foreign net operating loss (NOL) carryforwards for which we have determined that it is more likely than not that a
benefit will not be realized.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Realization of any of our deferred tax assets at December 31, 2010 is dependent on the company generating sufficient taxable
income in the future. The determination of whether or not to record a full or partial valuation allowance on our deferred tax
assets is a critical accounting estimate requiring a significant amount of judgment on the part of management. We perform
our analysis on a jurisdiction by jurisdiction basis. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
In considering in 2009 whether a valuation allowance was required for our U.S. federal deferred tax assets during the first
quarter of 2009, we considered all available positive and negative evidence. Positive evidence considered included reversing
taxable temporary differences and restructuring our operations in line with the then deteriorating automotive industry and
moving wheel production to our operations in Mexico. This restructuring began with the closure of the Pittsburg facility in
December 2008, followed by the closure of our Van Nuys facility in June of 2009. These closures allowed us to realign
capacity within our remaining plants and reduce our total fixed costs. During 2009, we began our international tax
restructuring plan, which was completed in the second quarter of 2010. Based on its nature, implementation of this tax
strategy enables us to generate domestic taxable income, thereby allowing us to utilize our federal deferred tax assets and, at
the same time, reduce world-wide tax payments. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
Negative evidence considered included the cumulative taxable losses in the U.S. recorded during the three year period ended
March 31, 2009, on both an annual and cumulative basis, the continued deterioration of the automotive industry into 2009
and the uncertainty as to the timing of recovery of both the automotive industry and global economy. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
Based on the weight of all available evidence discussed above, we concluded that the negative evidence outweighed the
positive evidence as of the end of the first quarter of 2009 and that it was more likely than not that 1) the federal U.S. and
state deferred tax assets, net of valuation allowances, would not be realized within the carryforward period and 2) the foreign
NOL carryforwards would not be realized within the carryforward period. That was because, given our cumulative losses at
that time, we could not look to projected operating results as a source of income. We, therefore, have continued to establish a
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(cid:2)
full valuation allowances against those deferred tax assets through the end of 2010. However, we will continue to assess the
need for valuation allowances in the future.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
During 2010, the valuation allowances against our deferred tax assets decreased by $22.9 million to $43.3 million from $66.1
million at the end of 2009. Due to our increased profitability in 2010, as the automotive industry experienced a significant
recovery, we were able to generate enough domestic taxable income to use our NOL carryforward from 2009 as well as
reverse certain temporary items. Also in 2010, the carryback period for NOLs was extended from 2 years to 5 years, thereby,
allowing us to carryback our 2008 NOL in full to 2003. Therefore, the valuation allowance associated with these items was
released during 2010. During 2010, we also generated foreign income which allowed us to use to a portion of our foreign
NOL carryforwards and to release the related valuation allowance.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
In determining when to release the valuation allowance established against our U.S. net deferred income tax assets, we
consider all available evidence, both positive and negative. Consistent with our policy, the valuation allowance against our
U.S. net deferred income tax assets will not be reversed until such time as we have generated three years of cumulative pre-
tax income and have reached sustained profitability in the U.S., which we define as two consecutive one year periods of pre-
tax income.
(cid:2)
As of December 31, 2010, we have federal tax credit carryforwards of $3.2 million that begin to expire in 2014. As of
December 31, 2010, we have cumulative state NOL carryforwards of $38.1 million that begin to expire in 2016. As of
December 31, 2010, we have cumulative foreign NOL carryforwards of $3.8 million that begin to expire in 2017. We have
state tax credit carryforwards for 2010 and 2009 of $1.3 million and $1.4 million, respectively. The state tax credit
carryforwards begin to expire in 2014.
(cid:2)
We have not provided for deferred income taxes or foreign withholding tax on basis differences in our non-U.S. subsidiaries
of $111.6 million that result primarily from undistributed earnings the company has the intent and the ability to reinvest in its
foreign operations. Determination of the deferred income tax liability on these basis differences is not reasonably estimable
because such liability, if any, is dependent on circumstances existing when and if remittance occurs.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
We adopted the U.S. GAAP method of accounting for uncertain tax positions on January 1, 2007. A reconciliation of the
beginning and ending amounts of these tax benefits for the three years ended December 31, 2010 is as follows:
(cid:2)
Year Ended December 31,(cid:2)
(Thousands of dollars)(cid:2)
2009(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
2010
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
2008
Beginning balance(cid:2)
Increases (decreases) due to foreign currency translations
Increases (decreases) as a result of positions taken during:
Prior period(cid:2)
Current period(cid:2)
Settlements with taxing authorities(cid:2)
Expiration of applicable statutes of limitation
$
19,046 $
633
924
-
(7,048 )
—
28,568(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
1,002(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2)(cid:2)
-(cid:2)(cid:2)
-(cid:2)(cid:2)
(10,355(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
(169(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
19,046(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
34,804
(4,709)
2,229
-
-
(3,756)
Ending balance (1)(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(1) Excludes $19.5 million, $27.6 million and $22.8 million of potential interest and penalties associated with uncertain tax
positions in 2010, 2009 and 2008, respectively.
13,555 $
28,568
$
Our policy regarding interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits is to record interest and penalties as an
element of income tax expense. The cumulative amounts related to interest and penalties are added to the total unrecognized
tax liabilities on the balance sheet. Accordingly, the balance sheet at December 31, 2010 includes the unrecognized tax
benefits, cumulative interest and penalties accrued on the liabilities totaling $33.0 million. During 2010, we accrued
potential interest and penalties of $2.5 million and $.7 million, respectively, related to unrecognized tax benefits. As of
December 31, 2010, we have cumulative recorded liabilities for potential interest and penalties of $11.3 million and $8.2
million, respectively. Included in the unrecognized tax benefits of $33.0 million at December 31, 2010, was $15.9 million of
tax benefit that, if recognized, would reduce our annual effective tax rate. Within the next twelve-month period ending
December 31, 2011, we do not expect any of the unrecognized tax benefits to be recognized due to the expiration of certain
statute of limitations or settlements with tax authorities. (cid:2)
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(cid:2)
(cid:2)
We conduct business internationally and, as a result, one or more of our subsidiaries files income tax returns in U.S. federal,
U.S. state and certain foreign jurisdictions. Accordingly, in the normal course of business, we are subject to examination by
taxing authorities throughout the world, including Hungary, Mexico, the Netherlands, India, and the United States. We are no
longer subject to U.S. federal tax examinations for years before 2007. On January 20, 2011, our 2008 U.S. federal income
tax return examination was completed.
On March 19, 2010, we received notification from Mexico’s Tax Administration Service (Servicio de Administracion
Tributaria) that the examination of the 2003 tax year of Superior Industries de Mexico S.A. de C.V., our wholly-owned
Mexican subsidiary, had been completed. This subsidiary’s 2004 and 2007 tax years are currently under examination by
Mexico’s Tax Administration Service. During the second quarter of 2010, we reorganized the legal structure of our Mexico
operation from a buy-sell manufacturer to a consignment contract manufacturer.
Total income tax payments made were $9.6 million in 2010, $5.9 million in 2009 and $2.2 million in 2008.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
NOTE 8 - LEASES AND RELATED PARTIES(cid:2)
(cid:2)
We lease certain land, facilities and equipment under long-term operating leases expiring at various dates through 2015.
Total lease expense for all operating leases amounted to $1.7 million in 2010, $3.2 million in 2009 and $3.1 million in 2008. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
Our corporate office and former manufacturing and warehouse facility in Van Nuys, California were leased from the Louis L.
Borick Trust and the Nita Borick Management Trust (the Trusts). The Trusts are controlled by Mr. Louis L. Borick,
Founding Chairman and a Director of the company, and Nita Borick, Mr. L. Borick's former spouse, respectively. Due to the
closure of our manufacturing and warehouse operations at our Van Nuys, California facility in June 2009, we entered into an
amended lease in May 2010 of the office space occupied by our corporate office.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
The current operating lease expires at the end of March 2015. There are two additional lease extension options of
approximately five years each. The current annual lease payment is approximately $425 thousand. The facilities portion of
the lease agreement requires rental increases every five years based upon the change in a specific Consumer Price Index. The
next such adjustment will be as of July 1, 2012. The future minimum lease payments that are payable to the Trusts for the
Van Nuys corporate office lease is $1.8 million. Total lease payments to these related entities were $1.0 million in 2010,
$1.9 million in 2009 and $2.0 million for 2008.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
The following are summarized future minimum payments under all leases. The table below contains the current annual lease
payments of approximately $425 thousand for the corporate office facility through March 2015.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Year Ended December 31,(cid:2)
(Thousands of dollars)(cid:2)
(cid:2) Operating Leases
(cid:2) (cid:2)
2011(cid:2)
2012(cid:2)
2013(cid:2)
2014(cid:2)
2015(cid:2)
Thereafter(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
914
688
543
506
115
—
2,766
NOTE 9 – RETIREMENT PLANS
(cid:2)
We have an unfunded salary continuation plan covering our directors, officers and other key members of management. We
purchase life insurance policies on the participants to provide for future liabilities. Cash surrender value of these policies,
totaling $6.4 million in 2010 and $5.9 million at December 31, 2009, are included in Other Assets as general assets of the
company. Subject to certain vesting requirements, the plan provides for a benefit based on final average compensation,
which becomes payable on the employee's death or upon attaining age 65, if retired. We have measured the plan assets and
obligations of our salary continuation plan as of our fiscal year end for all periods presented.(cid:2)
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(cid:2)
The following table summarizes the changes in plan benefit obligations:(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Year Ended December 31,(cid:2)
(Thousands of dollars)(cid:2)
Change in benefit obligation(cid:2)
Beginning benefit obligation(cid:2)
Service cost(cid:2)
Interest cost(cid:2)
Actuarial (gain) loss(cid:2)
Benefit payments(cid:2)
Ending benefit obligation(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Year Ended December 31,(cid:2)
(Thousands of dollars)(cid:2)
Change in plan assets(cid:2)
Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year
Employer contribution(cid:2)
Benefit payments(cid:2)
Fair value of plan assets at end of year(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Funded Status(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Amounts recognized in the Consolidated Balance Sheets consist of:
Current liabilities(cid:2)
Non-current liabilities(cid:2)
Net amount recognized(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Amounts recognized in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss consist of:
Net actuarial loss(cid:2)
Prior service cost(cid:2)
Net amount recognized, before tax effect(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Weighted average assumptions used to determine benefit obligations:
Discount rate(cid:2)
Rate of compensation increase(cid:2)
$
$
$
$
(cid:2)
$
(cid:2)
$
$
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
2010(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
20,786(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
583(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
1,267(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
428(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
(932(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
22,132(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
2010(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
—(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2)
932(cid:2)(cid:2)
(932(cid:2))(cid:2) (cid:2)
—(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(22,132(cid:2))(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2)(cid:2)
(1,137(cid:2))(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
(20,995(cid:2))(cid:2) (cid:2)
(22,132(cid:2))(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
2,433(cid:2)(cid:2)
(1(cid:2))(cid:2) (cid:2)
2,432(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2)(cid:2)
6.00(cid:2)%(cid:2)(cid:2)
3.00(cid:2)%(cid:2)(cid:2)
2009
20,379
921
1,242
(843)
(913)
20,786
2009
—(cid:2)
913(cid:2)
(913)
—(cid:2)
(20,787)
(1,017 )
(19,770)
(20,787)
2,004(cid:2)
—(cid:2)
2,004(cid:2)
6.25%
3.00%
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(cid:2)
Components of net periodic pension cost are:(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Year Ended December 31,(cid:2)
(Thousands of dollars)(cid:2)
Components of net periodic pension cost(cid:2)
Service cost(cid:2)
Interest cost(cid:2)
Contractual termination benefits(cid:2)
Amortization of actuarial loss(cid:2)
Net periodic pension cost(cid:2)
(cid:2)
2010
583(cid:2)
1,267(cid:2)
—(cid:2)
—(cid:2)
1,850(cid:2)
$
$
(cid:2)
$
$
(cid:2)
Weighted average assumptions used to determine net periodic pension cost
Discount rate(cid:2)
Rate of compensation increase(cid:2)
6.00 %
3.00 %
921(cid:2)(cid:2)
1,242(cid:2)(cid:2)
—(cid:2)(cid:2)
64(cid:2)(cid:2)
2,227(cid:2)(cid:2)
2009(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2)(cid:2)
6.25(cid:2)%(cid:2)(cid:2)
3.00(cid:2)%(cid:2)(cid:2)
2008
471(cid:2)
1,156(cid:2)
—(cid:2)
168(cid:2)
1,795(cid:2)
5.75%
3.50%
(cid:2)
The decrease in the 2010 net periodic pension costs compared to the 2009 cost is due to the termination of highly
compensated unvested participants in both years.(cid:2)
Benefit payments during the next ten years, which reflect applicable future service, are as follows:
(cid:2)
Year Ended December 31,(cid:2)
(Thousands of dollars)(cid:2)
(cid:2)
2011(cid:2)
2012(cid:2)
2013(cid:2)
2014(cid:2)
2015(cid:2)
Years 2016 - 2020(cid:2)
The following is an estimate of the components of net periodic pension cost in 2011:
(cid:2)
Estimated Year Ended December 31,(cid:2)
(Thousands of dollars)(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Service cost(cid:2)
Interest cost(cid:2)
Amortization of actuarial loss(cid:2)
Estimated 2011 net periodic pension cost(cid:2)
Amount
1,170
1,279
1,384
1,446
1,467
7,400
2011
295
1,293
23
1,611
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
$(cid:2)
$(cid:2)
$(cid:2)
Other Retirement Plans(cid:2)
(cid:2)
We also have a contributory employee retirement savings plan (a 401k plan) covering substantially all of our employees. The
employer contribution totaled $1.3 million, $1.3 million and $2.2 million for the three years ended December 31, 2010, 2009
and 2008, respectively. The reduced employer contributions in 2010 and 2009 were due to fewer employees in the plan in
addition to utilizing forfeitures to fund a portion of the employer contributions. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
Pursuant to the deferred compensation provision of his 1994 Employment Agreement (Agreement), Mr. Louis L. Borick,
Founding Chairman and a Director, was paid an annual amount of $1.0 million in 26 equal payments for five years through
2009. Beginning in 2010, the Agreement called for this annual amount to be reduced to $0.5 million. This amount is to be
paid for the remainder of his life, or a maximum of ten years, whichever is shorter. As of December 31, 2010, the actuarial
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(cid:2)
present value of the remaining payments under the Agreement, totaling $1.9 million, has been accrued for and is included in
accrued expenses and other non-current liabilities in the consolidated balance sheet.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
NOTE 10 – ACCRUED EXPENSES(cid:2)
(cid:2)
December 31,(cid:2)
(Thousands of dollars)(cid:2)
Payroll and related benefits(cid:2)
Dividends(cid:2)
Taxes, other than income taxes(cid:2)
Liability on natural gas commodity contracts(cid:2)
Other plant shutdown costs(cid:2)
Current portion of executive retirement liabilities
Other(cid:2)
Accrued expenses(cid:2)
2010(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
11,608(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
4,290(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
12,917(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
—(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
—(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
1,631(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
9,862(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
40,308(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
8,423
4,267
9,478
2,961
2,471
1,510
13,092
42,202
$
$
2009
NOTE 11 - COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENT LIABILITIES
(cid:2)
We are party to various legal and environmental proceedings incidental to our business. Certain claims, suits and complaints
arising in the ordinary course of business have been filed or are pending against us. Based on facts now known, we believe
all such matters are adequately provided for, covered by insurance, are without merit, and/or involve such amounts that
would not materially adversely affect our consolidated results of operations, cash flows or financial position.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
In order to hedge exposure related to fluctuations in foreign currency rates and the cost of certain commodities used in the
manufacture of our products, we periodically may purchase derivative financial instruments such as forward contracts,
options or collars to offset or mitigate the impact of such fluctuations. Programs to hedge currency rate exposure may
address ongoing transactions including, foreign-currency-denominated receivables and payables, as well as, specific
transactions related to purchase obligations. Programs to hedge exposure to commodity cost fluctuations would be based on
underlying physical consumption of such commodity. At December 31, 2010 and 2009, we held no derivative financial
instruments other than the natural gas contracts discussed below.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
When market conditions warrant, we may also enter into purchase commitments to secure the supply of certain commodities
used in the manufacture of our products, such as aluminum, natural gas and other raw materials. We currently have several
purchase commitments in place for the delivery of natural gas through 2012. These natural gas contracts are considered to be
derivatives under U.S. GAAP, and when entering into these contracts, it was expected that we would take full delivery of the
contracted quantities of natural gas over the normal course of business. Accordingly, at inception, these contracts qualified
for the normal purchase, normal sale (NPNS) exemption provided for under U.S. GAAP. As such, we do not account for
these purchase commitments as derivatives unless there is a change in facts or circumstances in regard to the company's
intent or ability to use the contracted quantities of natural gas over the normal course of business.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
During 2010, 2009 and 2008, certain of these natural gas contracts no longer continued to qualify for the NPNS exemption
because we could not take full delivery of the contracted quantities of natural gas under these contracts due to plant
shutdowns and low levels of production caused by the sharp decline in our customers' requirements in prior years. In
accordance with U.S. GAAP, the purchase commitments that no longer qualified for the NPNS exemption were accounted
for as derivatives, with the changes in estimated fair value of these contracts being recorded in cost of sales in our statement
of operations. The fair value measurements of our natural gas purchase commitments that were accounted for as derivatives
were based on quoted market prices using the market approach and the fair values were determined using Level 1 inputs
within the fair value hierarchy provided by U.S. GAAP. The amounts recorded for the natural gas purchase commitments
that were accounted for as derivatives for each of the periods presented is as follows:(cid:2)
(cid:2)
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(cid:2)
Fiscal Year Ended December 31,(cid:2)
(Thousands of dollars)(cid:2)
(cid:2)
2010(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
2009(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
2008
$
$
$
$
$
$
(cid:2)
$
(cid:2)
$
(cid:2)
(1,632 )
— (cid:2)
— (cid:2)
—
5,639(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
(8,600(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
(2,961(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(2,465(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
2,954
(4,586 )
(cid:2)
1,903 (cid:2)
Estimated fair value of remaining purchase commitments
Less: Remaining purchase commitments(cid:2)
Liability recorded in accrued expenses (1)(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Gains (losses) recorded in cost of sales (1)(cid:2)
(1,632 )
$
(1) The natural gas purchase commitments accounted for as derivatives were settled or full delivery was taken by December 31, 2010. In the
first quarter of 2010, settlement payments for natural gas purchase commitments related to closed facilities totaled $1.1 million.
(cid:2)
Based on the quarterly analysis of our estimated future production levels, we believe that our remaining natural gas purchase
commitments that were in effect as of December 31, 2010 will continue to qualify for the NPNS exemption since we can
assert that it is probable we will take full delivery of the contracted quantities.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
NOTE 12 – STOCK-BASED COMPENSATION
(cid:2)
Our 2008 Equity Incentive Plan authorizes us to issue incentive and non-qualified stock options, as well as stock appreciation
rights, restricted stock and performance units to our non-employee directors, officers, employees and consultants totaling up
to 3.5 million shares of common stock. No more than 100,000 shares may be used under such plan as “full value” awards,
which include restricted stock and performance units. Stock options are granted at not less than fair market value on the date
of grant and expire no later than ten years after the date of grant. Options granted under this plan require no less than a three
year ratable vesting period if vesting is based on continuous service. Vesting periods may be shorter than three years if
performance based.
(cid:2)
Restricted stock, or “full value” awards, vest ratably over no less than a three year period. Restricted shares are considered
issued and outstanding at the date of grant; have the same dividend and voting rights as other outstanding common stock; are
subject to forfeiture if employment terminates prior to vesting; and are expensed ratably over the vesting period. Dividends
paid on the restricted shares are non-forfeitable. During 2010, we also granted 44,000 shares of restricted stock, which vest
ratably over a four-year period. The weighted average of fair value of restricted stock granted in 2010 was $16.45. During
the third quarter of 2010, 4,000 of the issued restricted stock were cancelled due to the termination of the grantee leaving an
outstanding balance of 40,000 shares of restricted stock as of December 26, 2010.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
We received cash proceeds of $2.4 million from stock options exercised in 2010 and we received cash proceeds of $617,000
from stock options exercised in 2008. There were no stock options exercised in 2009. The total intrinsic value of options
exercised during the year ended December 26, 2010 was $2.9 million and during the year ended December 28, 2008 was $0.7
million. It is our policy to issue shares from authorized but not issued shares upon the exercise of stock options and upon the
vesting of restricted stock awards. At December 31, 2010, there were 2.4 million shares available for future grants under this
plan.
(cid:2)
We have elected to adopt the alternative transition method for calculating the initial pool of excess tax benefits and to
determine the subsequent impact of the tax effects of employee stock-based compensation awards that are outstanding on
shareholders' equity and consolidated statements of cash flow.(cid:2)
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(cid:2)
Stock option activity in 2010:
(cid:2)
Balance at December 31, 2009(cid:2)
Granted(cid:2)
Exercised(cid:2)
Cancelled(cid:2)
Expired(cid:2)
Balance at December 31, 2010(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Options vested or expected to vest(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Exercisable at December 31, 2010(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Weighted
Average(cid:2)
Exercise(cid:2)
Price
Outstanding
3,601,575 $
458,500
(145,350)
(208,625)
(100,925)
3,605,175 $
(cid:2)
3,506,652 $
(cid:2)
2,422,425 $
23.87
16.01
16.80
21.35
30.76 (cid:2)
23.11
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
23.30
26.36
Remaining(cid:2)
Contractual(cid:2)
Life in Years(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
5.90(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
6.10(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
4.65(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
Aggregate(cid:2)
Intrinsic(cid:2)
Value
9,497,752
8,997,412
3,491,262
Included in the total stock options outstanding at December 31, 2010, are 2.6 million options that were granted under prior
stock options plans that have expired. The aggregate intrinsic value represents the total pretax difference between the closing
stock price on the last trading day of the reporting period and the option exercise price, multiplied by the number of in-the-
money options. This is the amount that would have been received by the option holders had they exercised and sold their
options on that day. This amount varies based on changes in the fair market value of our common stock. The closing price
of our common stock on the last trading day of our fiscal year was $21.47.
Stock options outstanding at December 31, 2010:
(cid:2)
Range of(cid:2)
Exercise Prices(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
10.09(cid:2)(cid:2) —(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
15.76(cid:2)(cid:2) —(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
17.64(cid:2)(cid:2) —(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
21.79(cid:2)(cid:2) —(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
24.91(cid:2)(cid:2) —(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
36.54(cid:2)(cid:2) —(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
15.75(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
17.63(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
21.78(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
24.90(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
36.53(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
43.22(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2)
$(cid:2)
$(cid:2)
$(cid:2)
$(cid:2)
$(cid:2)
$(cid:2)
Options(cid:2)
Outstanding(cid:2)
at 12/31/2010(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
649,075(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
781,725(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
528,750(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
489,000(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
532,029(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
624,596(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
3,605,175(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
Weighted
Average
Remaining(cid:2)
Contractual
Life
(in years)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
8.64 (cid:2) $
7.05 (cid:2)
6.96 (cid:2)
6.83 (cid:2)
3.75 (cid:2)
1.83 (cid:2)
5.90 (cid:2) $
Weighted
Average
Exercise(cid:2)
Price
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
14.11 (cid:2)
17.09 (cid:2)
19.09 (cid:2)
21.89 (cid:2)
27.81 (cid:2)
40.36 (cid:2)
23.11 (cid:2)
Options(cid:2)
Exercisable(cid:2)
at 12/31/2010(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
101,575(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
485,225(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
355,500(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
323,500(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
532,029(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
624,596(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
2,422,425(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
Weighted
Average
Exercise(cid:2)
Price
13.67
17.56
19.29
21.92
27.82
40.36
26.36
Stock-based compensation expense related to stock option plans in accordance with U.S. GAAP was allocated as follows:(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Year Ended December 31,(cid:2)
(Thousands of dollars)(cid:2)
2009(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
2010
2008
Cost of sales(cid:2)
Selling, general and administrative expenses(cid:2)
Stock-based compensation expense before income taxes
Income tax benefit(cid:2)
Total stock-based compensation expense after income taxes
(cid:2)
$
$
56
445 $
1,928
2,373
—
2,373 $
388(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
1,992(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
2,380(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
—(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
2,380(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
353
2,054
2,407
(694)
1,713
(cid:2)
As of December 31, 2010, there was $4.5 million of unrecognized stock-based compensation expense expected to be
recognized related to unvested stock options. That cost is expected to be recognized over a weighted-average period of 2.54
years.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
The fair value of each option grant was estimated as of the date of grant using the Black-Scholes option-pricing model with
the following assumptions:(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Year Ended December 31,(cid:2)
Expected dividend yield (a)(cid:2)
Expected stock price volatility (b)(cid:2)
Risk-free interest rate (c)(cid:2)
Expected option lives (d)(cid:2)
2009(cid:2)(cid:2)
3.7(cid:2)%(cid:2)(cid:2)
37.3(cid:2)%(cid:2)(cid:2)
3(cid:2)%(cid:2)(cid:2)
6.9 yrs(cid:2)(cid:2)
2008
3.2%
30.2%
3.5%
7.1yrs
2010
4.3 %
36.7 %
2.9 %
7.0yrs
Weighted average grant date fair value of options granted
during the period(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(a) This assumes that cash dividends of $0.16 per share are paid each quarter on our common stock.(cid:2)
(b) Expected volatility is based on the historical volatility of our stock price, over the expected life of the option.(cid:2)
(c) The risk-free rate is based upon the rate on a U.S. Treasury note for the period representing the average remaining
4.07(cid:2)
5.30(cid:2)
3.95(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
$
$
contractual life of all options in effect at the time of the grant.(cid:2)
(d) The expected term of the option is based on historical employee exercise behavior, the vesting terms of the respective
option and a contractual life of ten years.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
NOTE 13 - COMMON STOCK REPURCHASE PROGRAMS(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Since 1995, our Board of Directors has authorized several common stock repurchase programs totaling 8.0 million shares,
under which we have repurchased approximately 4.8 million shares for approximately $130.9 million, or $27.16 per share.
Under the latest authorization to repurchase up to 4.0 million shares, approved in March 2000, to date we have repurchased a
total of 818,000 shares for a total cost of $26.9 million at an average cost per share of $32.82. All repurchased shares are
immediately canceled and retired. There have been no stock repurchases since 2005. As of December 31, 2010,
approximately 3.2 million additional shares can be repurchased under the current authorization.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
NOTE 14 - OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Components of other comprehensive income (loss) as reflected in the consolidated statements of shareholders’ equity as
follows:(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Year Ended December 31,(cid:2)
(Thousands of dollars)(cid:2)
Net foreign currency translation gains (losses)(cid:2)
(cid:2)
5,997 $
(cid:2)
2010
$
(cid:2)
(39,567)
2008
Realized loss on sale of investment in joint venture
(cid:2)
Actuarial (losses) gains on pension obligation(cid:2)
Income tax (provision)(cid:2)
Net actuarial gains on pension obligation(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Other comprehensive income (loss)(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(4,715 )
(428)
—
(428)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
854 $
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
$
57
2009(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
10,872(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
—(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
907(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
(1,111(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
(204(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
10,668(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
—
1,346
(445)
901
(38,666)
(cid:2)
December 31,(cid:2)
(Thousands of dollars)(cid:2)
Net accumulated foreign currency translation gains (losses)
(cid:2)
Accumulated actuarial (loss) on pension obligation
Income tax benefit(cid:2)
Net accumulated actuarial (loss) on pension obligation
(cid:2)
Accumulated other comprehensive loss(cid:2)
$
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
$
2010
(53,290) $
(cid:2)
(2,432 )
—
(2,432 )
(cid:2)
(55,722) $
2009(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(54,572(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(2,004(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
—(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
(2,004(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(56,576(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2) $(cid:2)
2008
(65,444)
(2,911)
1,111
(1,800)
(67,244)
During the year 2010, the value of the Mexican peso increased by 6 percent in relation to the U.S. dollar, resulting in a gain
of $9.1 million in foreign currency translation adjustments related to our operations in Mexico. At December 31, 2010,
cumulative unrealized foreign currency translation losses related to our operations in Mexico was $52.2 million.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
NOTE 15 – IMPAIRMENT OF LONG-LIVED ASSETS AND OTHER CHARGES(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Due to the deteriorating financial condition of our major customers and other changes that occurred in the automotive
industry during 2008 and 2009, we performed impairment analyses during those periods on all of our long-lived assets, and
evaluated our assets held for sale for impairment in accordance with U.S. GAAP. During 2010, we did not identify any
indicators of impairment that would have required us to test our long-lived assets for impairment under U.S. GAAP. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
During the second quarter of 2009, we ceased production at our Van Nuys, California facility resulting in the layoff of
approximately 290 employees and, during the fourth quarter of 2008, we ceased production at our Pittsburg, Kansas facility
resulting in the layoff of approximately 600 employees. As a result of these plant shut-downs and the analyses of our long-
lived assets, we recorded an impairment charge of $10.3 million during the fourth quarter of 2008 related to the long-lived
assets associated with our Van Nuys, California facility reducing the carrying value of certain assets at this facility to their
respective fair values. We also recorded impairment charges of $7.4 million during the third and fourth quarters of 2008
related to the long-lived assets associated with our Pittsburg, Kansas facility reducing the carrying value of certain assets at
this facility to their respective fair values. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
In addition to the above, our long-lived asset impairment analyses conducted at the end of the first quarter of 2009 indicated
that the long-lived assets associated with our Fayetteville, Arkansas Plant were impaired due to the fact the estimated future
undiscounted cash flows for the facility were not estimated to be sufficient to recover the carrying value of our long-lived
assets associated with that facility. As a result, we recorded an impairment charge of $8.9 million during the first quarter of
2009 related to the long-lived assets associated with our Fayetteville, Arkansas facility reducing the carrying value of certain
assets at this facility to their respective fair values. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
The estimated fair values of the long-lived assets that were impaired and discussed above have been determined with the
assistance of independent third party appraisers who have assisted us in determining the fair values of the machinery and
equipment and properties. We have classified the inputs to the nonrecurring fair value measurements of these assets as being
Level 2 within the fair value hierarchy in accordance with U.S. GAAP. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
The excess property, plant and equipment associated with the closed facilities that are being actively marketed for sale are
included in assets held for sale. During 2010 and 2009, the estimated fair values of certain of these assets declined to an
amount that was less than their respective book values, resulting in additional asset impairment charges of $1.2 million and
$2.9 million being recorded during 2010 and 2009, respectively. The fair value of these assets has been determined based
upon comparable sales information and with the assistance of independent third party appraisers and we have classified the
inputs to the nonrecurring fair value measurement of these assets as being level 2 within the fair value hierarchy in
accordance with U.S. GAAP. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
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(cid:2)
Below is a summary of the long-lived asset impairment charges discussed above:(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Year Ended December 31,(cid:2)
(Thousands of dollars)(cid:2)
Impairments:(cid:2)
Net book value of asset group or asset tested(cid:2)
Fair value of asset group(cid:2)
Impairment charges(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Assets Held for Sale:(cid:2)
Net book value of assets held for sale(cid:2)
Fair value of assets(cid:2)
Impairment of assets held for sale(cid:2)
$
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
$
5,701
4,548
1,153
2010
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
— $
—
— $
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Total impairment charges(cid:2)
$
1,153 $
2009(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
18,234(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
9,325(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
8,909(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
5,814(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
2,919(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
2,895(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
11,804(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
2008
29,163
10,662
18,501
—
—
—
18,501
The cumulative restructuring charges associated with plant closures and workforce reductions caused by the general decline
in the automotive industry beginning in 2008 totaled $25.9 million over the last three years. We have completed our
restructuring program and do not anticipate incurring any significant additional costs in the future. Plant closure and related
costs, including one-time termination benefits are included in the table below. All of the non-impairment costs were included
in cost of sales, except for $0.3 million of termination benefits in 2009 that were included in selling, general and
administrative expenses. One-time termination benefits were derived from the individual agreements with each employee and
were accrued ratably over the requisite service period. The following table summarizes the expenses, payments and resulting
liabilities that were included in accrued expenses for one-time termination benefits and other plant closure related costs:
(cid:2)
Year Ended December 31,(cid:2)
(Thousands of dollars)(cid:2)
2009(cid:2)(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
2010
2008
Beginning liability balance(cid:2)
One-time termination benefit expenses(cid:2)
Other plant closure costs(cid:2)
Total expenses(cid:2)
Payments(cid:2)
Ending liability balance(cid:2)
$
$
2,471 $
—
2,109
2,109
(4,580 )
107(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
5,066(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
13,990(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
19,056(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
(16,692(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2)
— $
2,471(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
—
2,728
2,000
4,728
(4,621 )
107
59
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
Second
Quarter
First(cid:2)
Quarter
150,196 $
12,628 $
(cid:2)
NOTE 16 - QUARTERLY FINANCIAL DATA (UNAUDITED)(cid:2)
(Thousands of dollars, except per share amounts)(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Year 2010(cid:2)
Net sales(cid:2)
Gross profit (loss)(cid:2)
Impairment of long-lived assets
and other charges (Note 15)(cid:2)
Income (loss) from operations(cid:2)
Income (loss) before income
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
taxes and equity earnings(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
Income tax (provision) benefit (cid:2)
Equity earnings (losses) (Note 6)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
Net income(cid:2)
(cid:2) (cid:2)
Income per share:(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
6,084 $
4,173 $
(1,358) $
8,899 $
0.33 $
0.33 $
0.16 $
— $
6,402 $
Basic(cid:2)
Diluted(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
194,562 $
27,892 $
— $
20,569 $
16,252 $
(4,674) $
(1,489) $
10,089 $
0.38 $
0.38 $
0.16 $
Third
Quarter
183,712 $
19,718 $
150 $
11,381 $
12,601 $
(2,204) $
— $
10,397 $
0.39 $
0.39 $
0.16 $
Fourth(cid:2)
Quarter(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
191,030(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $
28,999(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $
1,003(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $
21,447(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $
22,546(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $
(288(cid:2))(cid:2)(cid:2) $
—(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $
22,258(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $
(cid:2)(cid:2)
0.83(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $
0.82(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $
0.16(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2) $
Year
719,500
89,237
1,153
59,799
57,483
(2,993)
(2,847)
51,643
1.93
1.93
0.64
Dividends declared per share(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(1) The first quarter of 2010 includes the benefit of previously unrecognized tax benefits totaling $10.4 million related to the termination of
certain tax examinations during that period.
(cid:2)
First(cid:2)
Quarter
Second
Quarter
Third
Quarter
Fourth(cid:2)
Quarter(cid:2)
Year
(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Year 2009(cid:2)
Net sales(cid:2)
Gross profit (loss)(cid:2)
Impairment of long-lived assets
and other charges (Note 15)(cid:2)
Income (loss) from operations(cid:2)
Income (loss) before income
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
taxes and equity earnings(cid:2)
Income tax (provision) benefit (1)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
Equity earnings (losses) (Note 6)(cid:2) (cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
Net loss(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
Basic and diluted loss per share(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
81,548 $
(14,513) $
8,910 $
(28,198) $
(29,099) $
(26,460) $
(942) $
(56,501) $
80,886 $
(12,056) $
2,894 $
(20,788) $
(21,582) $
2,817 $
(2,204 ) $
(20,969) $
111,371 $
4,222 $
— $
(1,559 ) $
103 $
(8,772 ) $
(4,072 ) $
(12,741) $
(2.12) $
(0.79) $
(0.48) $
145,041(cid:2)(cid:2) $
12,178(cid:2)(cid:2) $
—(cid:2)(cid:2) $
5,927(cid:2)(cid:2) $
7,323(cid:2)(cid:2) $
6,368(cid:2)(cid:2) $
(17,622(cid:2))(cid:2) $
(3,931(cid:2))(cid:2) $
(0.15(cid:2))(cid:2) $
0.16(cid:2)(cid:2) $
418,846
(10,169)
11,804
(44,618)
(43,255)
(26,047)
(24,840)
(94,142)
(3.53)
0.16 $
0.16 $
0.16 $
Dividends declared per share(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(1) Includes income tax (provision) benefit of ($25.3) million, ($18.5) million and $0.8 million for the first, third and fourth quarters of
2009, respectively, due to changes in the valuation allowances against deferred tax assets. Third quarter of 2009 also includes the benefit of
previously unrecognized tax benefits totaling $11.1 million related to the termination of certain tax examinations during that period.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
ITEM 9 - CHANGES IN AND DISAGREEMENTS WITH ACCOUNTANTS ON ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL
DISCLOSURE(cid:2)
(cid:2)
On May 7, 2009, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (PwC) was dismissed as the company's independent registered public
accounting firm. The Audit Committee of the company’s Board of Directors (the Audit Committee) participated in and
approved the decision to change its independent registered public accounting firm.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
0.64
60
(cid:2)
The report of PwC on the company's financial statements for the fiscal year ended December 28, 2008 did not contain an
adverse opinion or disclaimer of opinion and was not qualified or modified as to uncertainty, audit scope, or accounting
principle.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
During the fiscal year ended December 28, 2008 and through May 7, 2009, there had been no disagreements with PwC on
any matters of accounting principles or practices, financial statement disclosure, or auditing scope or procedure, which
disagreements if not resolved to the satisfaction of PwC would have caused them to make reference thereto in their report on
the financial statements for that year.
(cid:2)
During the fiscal year ended December 28, 2008 and through May 7, 2009, there were no "reportable events" (as defined in
Item 304(a)(1)(v) of Regulation S-K).(cid:2)
(cid:2)
On May 28, 2009, the Audit Committee approved the engagement of Deloitte and Touche LLP (Deloitte) as the company’s
independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ended December 27, 2009. (cid:2)
(cid:2)
During the fiscal year ended December 28, 2008 and the subsequent interim period prior to engaging Deloitte, neither the
company nor anyone acting on behalf of the company, consulted Deloitte regarding either (i) the application of accounting
principles to a specified transaction, either completed or proposed; or (ii) the type of audit opinion that might be rendered on
the company's financial statements; or (iii) any matter that was either the subject of a disagreement (as defined in Item
304(a)(1)(iv) of Regulation S-K and the related instructions to Item 304 of Regulation S-K) or a reportable event (as defined
in Item 304(a)(1)(v) of Regulation S-K).(cid:2)
(cid:2)
ITEM 9A - CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
(cid:2)
Evaluation of Disclosure Controls(cid:2)
(cid:2)
The company's management, with the participation of the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, evaluated the
effectiveness of the company's disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) under the
Exchange Act) as of December 26, 2010. Our disclosure controls and procedures are designed to ensure that information
required to be disclosed in reports we file or submit under the Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized and reported
within the time periods specified in SEC rules and forms and that such information is accumulated and communicated to our
management, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, to allow timely decision regarding required
disclosures.(cid:2)
Based on this evaluation, our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer concluded that, as of December 26, 2010,
our disclosure controls and procedures were not effective due to the existence of the unremediated material weaknesses in
internal control over financial reporting described below.
(cid:2)
Management's Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting. As defined in
Rule 13a-15(f) under the Exchange Act, internal control over financial reporting is a process designed to provide reasonable
assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in
accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. The company's internal control over financial reporting includes
those policies and procedures that (i) pertain to the maintenance of records that, in reasonable detail, accurately and fairly
reflect the transactions and dispositions of the assets of the company; (ii) provide reasonable assurance that transactions are
recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting
principles, and that receipts and expenditures of the company are being made only in accordance with authorizations of
management and directors of the company; and (iii) provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of
unauthorized acquisition, use, or disposition of the company's assets that could have a material effect on the financial
statements.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect all misstatements.
Also, projections of any evaluation of effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risk that controls may become
inadequate because of changing conditions, or that the degree of compliance with policies or procedures may deteriorate.(cid:2)
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(cid:2)
A material weakness is a deficiency, or combination of deficiencies, in internal control over financial reporting, such that
there is a reasonable possibility that a material misstatement of the company’s annual or interim financial statements will not
be prevented or detected on a timely basis.
(cid:2)
Management performed an assessment of the effectiveness of the company's internal control over financial reporting as of
December 26, 2010 based upon criteria established in Internal Control -- Integrated Framework issued by the Committee of
Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO). Based on their assessment, management determined that
our internal control over financial reporting was not effective as of December 26, 2010 based on the criteria in the Internal
Control -- Integrated Framework issued by COSO, due to the material weaknesses described below:
In our 10-Q filing for the second quarter of 2010, management had reported a material weakness over our controls and
procedures because the company did not maintain a sufficient complement of personnel with the appropriate level of
knowledge, experience and training to perform the required analytical reviews and reconciliations in a timely manner in order
to file the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the second quarter of 2010 within the time period specified by SEC rules and
forms. Based on our evaluation, management has concluded that these controls and procedures have been remediated with
the exception of the reconciliation and classification of cash and cash equivalents and short-term investments. The company
has fixed deposits with original maturity dates greater than three months and less than one year which were not reconciled
and presented correctly on the financial statements. The company did not have adequate controls in place to reconcile and
ensure the proper classification of these fixed deposits. Consequently, management has concluded that this lack of
reconciliation and disclosure controls represented a material weakness over financial reporting as of December 26, 2010.
Additionally, we did not maintain effective controls over the completeness, accuracy and valuation of the accounting for and
disclosure of income taxes. Specifically, the company did not maintain a sufficient combination of knowledge, experience,
training and management process, to ensure the income tax provision and related taxes payable and deferred tax liabilities
were properly prepared and reconciled at our international operations. These control deficiencies could result in the
misstatement of the aforementioned accounts and disclosures that would result in a material misstatement in our annual or
interim consolidated financial statements that would not be prevented or detected. Accordingly, management has determined
that these control deficiencies constitute a material weakness.
The effectiveness of the company's internal control over financial reporting as of December 26, 2010 has been audited by
Deloitte and Touche LLP, an independent registered public accounting firm, as stated in their report, which is included in this
Annual Report.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Changes in Internal Control Over Financial Reporting(cid:2)
(cid:2)
There has been no change in our internal control over financial reporting during the most recent fiscal quarter ended
December 31, 2010 that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial
reporting, except for the material weaknesses identified and discussed above in the Management’s Report on Internal
Control Over Financial Reporting.
(cid:2)
ITEM 9B – OTHER INFORMATION
(cid:2)
On January 28, 2011, Mr. Louis L. Borick, our founding Chairman and one of our current directors, executed that certain
Founding Chairman Services Agreement by and between Mr. Borick and the company. This agreement formally
memorialized the compensation arrangement between Mr. Borick and the company that has been in place since March 1,
2007 and that will be further described under the “Compensation of Directors” section of our 2011 Annual Proxy Statement.
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(cid:2)
PART III
(cid:2)
ITEM 10 – DIRECTORS, EXECUTIVE OFFICERS AND CORPORATE GOVERNANCE(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Except as set forth herein, the information required by this Item is incorporated by reference to our 2011 Annual Proxy
Statement.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Executive Officers(cid:2)
The names of corporate executive officers as of fiscal year end who are not also Directors are listed at the end of Part I of this
Annual Report. Information regarding executive officers who are Directors is contained in our 2011 Annual Proxy Statement
under the caption “Election of Directors.” Such information is incorporated herein by reference. With the exception of the
Chief Executive Officer (CEO), all executive officers are appointed annually by the Board of Directors and serve at the will
of the Board of Directors. For a description of the CEO’s employment agreement, see “Employment Agreements” in our
2011 Annual Proxy Statement, which is incorporated herein in reference.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Code of Ethics(cid:2)
Included on our website, www.supind.com, under “Investors,” is our Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, which, among
others, applies to our Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer and Chief Accounting Officer. Copies of our Code of
Business Conduct and Ethics are available, without charge, from Superior Industries International, Inc., Shareholder
Relations, 7800 Woodley Avenue, Van Nuys, CA 91406.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
ITEM 11 - EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION(cid:2)
(cid:2)
Information relating to Executive Compensation is set forth under the captions “Compensation of Directors” and
“Compensation Discussion and Analysis” in our 2011 Annual Proxy Statement, which is incorporated herein by reference.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
ITEM 12 - SECURITY OWNERSHIP OF CERTAIN BENEFICIAL OWNERS AND MANAGEMENT AND
RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS(cid:2)
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Information related to Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters
is set forth under the caption “Voting Securities and Principal Holders” in our 2011 Annual Proxy Statement. Also see Note
12- Stock Based Compensation in Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements in Item 8 – Financial Statements and
Supplementary Data of this Annual Report.(cid:2)
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ITEM 13 - CERTAIN RELATIONSHIPS AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS, AND DIRECTOR INDEPENDENCE(cid:2)
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Information related to Certain Relationships and Related Transactions is set forth under the captions, “Election of Directors”
and “Transactions with Related Persons,” in our 2011 Annual Proxy Statement, and in Note 8 - Leases and Related Parties in
Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements in Item 8 – Financial Statements and Supplementary Data of this Annual
Report.(cid:2)
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ITEM 14 – PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTANT FEES AND SERVICES(cid:2)
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Information related to Principal Accountant Fees and Services is set forth under the caption “Audit Fees,” “Audit Related
Fees” and “Tax Fees” in our 2011 Annual Proxy Statement and is incorporated herein by reference.(cid:2)
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ITEM 15 – EXHIBITS AND FINANCIAL STATEMENT SCHEDULES(cid:2)
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(a) The following documents are filed as a part of this report:(cid:2)
PART IV
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1. Financial Statements: See the “Index to the Consolidated Financial Statements and Financial Statement
Schedule” in Item 8 of this Annual Report.(cid:2)
2. Financial Statement Schedule(cid:2)
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Schedule II – Valuation and Qualifying Accounts for the Years Ended December 31, 2010, 2009 and
2008(cid:2)
3. Exhibits(cid:2)
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
3.1
3.2
10.1
10.2
10.3
10.4
10.42
10.5
10.6
10.7
10.8
10.9
Agreement dated June 14, 2010 between the Registrant and Otto Fuchs Kg (filed herewith)
Sale and Purchase Agreement dated June 14, 2010 between the Registrant and Otto Fuchs Kg (filed
herewith)
Share Subscription cum Shareholders’ Agreement dated as of June 24, 2010 among the Registrant
and Synergies Castings Limited, Messrs. Chandra Sekhar Movva and Manoj Khaitan and Kubera
Cross-Border Fund (Mauritius) Limited (filed herewith)
Addendum to Share Subscription cum Shareholders’ Agreement dated as of November 23, 2010
among the Registrant and Synergies Castings Limited, Messrs. Chandra Sekhar Movva and Manoj
Khaitan and Kubera Cross-Border Fund (Mauritius) Limited (filed herewith)
Restated Articles of Incorporation of the Registrant (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to
Registrant’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 1994)
Amended and Restated By-Laws of the Registrant (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to
Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed on September 5, 2007.
Sublease dated March 2, 1976 between the Registrant and Louis L. Borick filed on Registrant’s
Current Report on Form 8-K dated May 1976 (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.2 to
Registrant's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 1983) *
Supplemental Executive Individual Retirement Plan of the Registrant (Incorporated by reference to
Exhibit 10.20 to Registrant's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 1987.) *
Employment Agreement dated January 1, 1994 between Louis L. Borick and the Registrant
(Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.32 to Registrant’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year
ended December 31, 1993, as amended) *
1993 Stock Option Plan of the Registrant (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 28.1 to Registrant’s
Form S-8 filed June 10, 1993, as amended. Registration No. 33-64088.) *
2003 Equity Incentive Plan of the Registrant (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 99.1 to
Registrant’s Form S-8 dated July 28, 2003. Registration No. 333-107380.) *
Executive Employment Agreement dated January 1, 2005 between Steven J. Borick and the registrant
(Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to Registrant’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the first
quarter of 2005 ended March 27, 2005) *
Executive Annual Incentive Plan dated January 1, 2005 between Steven J. Borick and the registrant
(Incorporated by reference to Exhibit A to Registrant’s Definitive Proxy Statement on Schedule 14A
filed on April 19, 2005 *
Salary Continuation Plan of The Registrant, amended and restated as of November 14, 2008
(Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.12 to Registrant’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year
ended December 31, 2008) *
2008 Equity Incentive Plan of the Registrant (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit A to Registrant’s
Definitive Proxy Statement on Schedule 14A filed on April 28, 2008)
2008 Equity Inventive Plan Notice of Stock Option Grant and Agreement (Incorporated by reference
to Exhibit 10.2 to Registrant’s Form S-8 filed November 10, 2008. Registration No. 333-155258)
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10.11
10.12
10.13
10.14
10.15
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23.1
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Agreement entered into between the Registrant and Emil J. Fanelli, Vice President and Corporate
Controller of the Registrant to compensate Mr. Fanelli for serving as acting Chief Financial Officer
of the Registrant pending the appointment of a permanent successor (Incorporated by reference to
Exhibit 10.1 to Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed on February 18, 2010)*
Employment letter between the Registrant and Kerry A. Shiba, Senior Vice President and Chief
Financial Officer (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to Registrant’s Quarterly Report on
Form 10-Q for the period ended September 26, 2010)*
Form of Notice of Grant and Restricted Stock Agreement pursuant to Registrant’s 2008 Equity
Incentive Plan (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K
filed May 20, 2010)*
Second Amendment to Sublease Agreement dated April 1, 2010 by and among The Louis L. Borick
Trust and The Nita Borick Management Trust and Registrant (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit
10.1 to Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed March 25, 2010)*
2010 Employee Incentive Plan of the Registrant (filed herewith)
Services Agreement dated May 23, 2007 between the Registrant and Louis L. Borick (filed herewith)
*
Letter from PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 16.1 to Registrant's
Form 8-K filed on May 12, 2009)
List of Subsidiaries of the Company (filed herewith)
Consent of Deloitte and Touche LLP, our Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm (filed
herewith)
Consent of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, our former Independent Registered Public Accounting
Firm (filed herewith)
Chief Executive Officer Certification Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as Adopted Pursuant to
Section 302(a) of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (filed herewith)
Chief Financial Officer Certification Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as Adopted Pursuant to
Section 302(a) of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (filed herewith)
Certification of Steven J. Borick, Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President, and Kerry A.
Shiba Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as
Adopted Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (furnished herewith)
* Indicates management contract or compensatory plan or arrangement.(cid:2)
Available Information
Our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 26, 2010 and our other filings with the Securities and
Exchange Commission (SEC) are available, without charge, on or through our website, www.supind.com, under “Investor”,
as soon as reasonably practicable after they are filed electronically with the SEC. Furthermore, hard copies of all our SEC
filings are also available, without charge, upon request from Superior Industries International, Inc., Shareholder Relations,
7800 Woodley Avenue, Van Nuys, CA 91406. We have not included the exhibits to our Form 10-K in this Annual Report to
our Shareholders, however, copies of such exhibits are available, without charge, through the SECs website, www.sec.gov,
and will also be provided for a limited charge upon request from Superior Industries International, Inc., Shareholder
Relations, at the address specified above.
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SUPERIOR INDUSTRIES INTERNATIONAL, INC.(cid:2)
ANNUAL REPORT ON FORM 10-K
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Schedule II
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VALUATION AND QUALIFYING ACCOUNTS(cid:2)
FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2010, 2009 AND 2008(cid:2)
(Thousands of dollars)
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Balance at
Beginning of
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(cid:2) Additions
Charge to
Costs and
Expenses (cid:2)
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Other
Comprehensive(cid:2)
Income (Loss)
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Deductions
From(cid:2)
Reserves(cid:2)
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Balance at
End of(cid:2)
Year
Allowance for doubtful accounts(cid:2)
Inventory reserves(cid:2)
Valuation allowances for deferred tax
assets(cid:2)
2009(cid:2)
Allowance for doubtful accounts(cid:2)
Inventory reserves(cid:2)
Valuation allowances for deferred tax
assets(cid:2)
2008(cid:2)
Allowance for doubtful accounts(cid:2)
Inventory reserves(cid:2)
Valuation allowances for deferred tax
assets(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
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(cid:2) $(cid:2)
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(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(cid:2) $(cid:2)
486 (cid:2) $
3,766 (cid:2) $
504 (cid:2)
506 (cid:2)
66,143 (cid:2)
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-(cid:2)
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3,128 (cid:2) $
2,232 (cid:2) $
485 (cid:2)
1,719 (cid:2)
19,357 (cid:2) $
46,028 (cid:2) $
(cid:2)
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2,427 (cid:2) $
1,651 (cid:2) $
1,164 (cid:2)
806 (cid:2)
12,083 (cid:2) $
7,274 (cid:2)
-(cid:2)(cid:2) $(cid:2)
-(cid:2)(cid:2)
(7)(cid:2) $
(360)(cid:2) $
983
3,912
132 (cid:2)
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(23,025)(cid:2) $
43,250
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-(cid:2)(cid:2) $(cid:2)
-(cid:2)(cid:2) $(cid:2)
(3,127)(cid:2) $
(185)(cid:2) $
758(cid:2)(cid:2) (cid:2)
(cid:2)(cid:2)
-(cid:2) $
(cid:2)
486
3,766
66,143
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-(cid:2)(cid:2) $(cid:2)
-(cid:2)(cid:2)
(463)(cid:2) $
(225)(cid:2) $
3,128
2,232
-(cid:2) $
19,357
S-1
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this report has been signed below by the
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly
caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.(cid:2)
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SUPERIOR INDUSTRIES INTERNATIONAL, INC.(cid:2)
ANNUAL REPORT ON FORM 10-K
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SIGNATURES(cid:2)
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SUPERIOR INDUSTRIES INTERNATIONAL, INC.
(Registrant)
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By(cid:2) /s/ Steven J. Borick
Steven J. Borick(cid:2)
(cid:2)
(cid:2) Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President
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(Principal Financial Officer)
(Principal Accounting Officer)
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Founding Chairman and Director
Vice President and Corporate Controller
Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President
(Principal Executive Officer)
following persons on behalf of the registrant and in the capacity and on the dates indicated.(cid:2)
(cid:2)
/s/ Louis L. Borick(cid:2)
Louis L. Borick(cid:2)
(cid:2)
/s/ Steven J. Borick(cid:2)
Steven J. Borick(cid:2)
(cid:2)
/s/ Kerry A. Shiba(cid:2)
Kerry A. Shiba(cid:2)
(cid:2)
/s/ Emil J. Fanelli(cid:2)
Emil J. Fanelli(cid:2)
(cid:2)
/s/ Margaret S. Dano(cid:2)
Margaret S. Dano(cid:2)
(cid:2)
/s/ Sheldon I. Ausman(cid:2)
Sheldon I. Ausman(cid:2)
(cid:2)
/s/ Philip W. Colburn(cid:2)
Philip W. Colburn(cid:2)
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/s/ V. Bond Evans(cid:2)
V. Bond Evans(cid:2)
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/s/ Michael J. Joyce(cid:2)
Michael J. Joyce(cid:2)
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/s/ Francisco S. Uranga(cid:2)
Francisco S. Uranga(cid:2)
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Lead Director
Director
Director
Director
Director
Director
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March 18, 2011
SUPERIOR INDUSTRIES INTERNATIONAL, INC.(cid:2)
ANNUAL REPORT ON FORM 10-K
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LIST OF SUBSIDIARIES
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Exhibit 21(cid:2)
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(cid:2) Name of Subsidiaries(cid:2)
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(cid:2) 100% Owned by Company(cid:2)
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(cid:2) Suoftec Light Metal Products B.V.(cid:2)
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(cid:2) Superior Industries International Arkansas, LLC
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(cid:2) Superior Industries International Asset Management, Inc.
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(cid:2) Superior Industries International Holdings, LLC
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(cid:2) Superior Industries International Kansas, LLC
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(cid:2) Superior Industries International Michigan, LLC
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(cid:2) Superior Industries International - Tennessee, LLC
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(cid:2) Superior Industries de Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V.
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(cid:2) Superior Industries North America, S. de R.L. de C.V.
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(cid:2) Superior Industries Trading de Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V.
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Superior Industries International Cyprus Limited
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(cid:2) The Netherlands
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(cid:2) California, U.S.A.
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(cid:2) Delaware, U.S.A.
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(cid:2) Delaware, U.S.A.
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(cid:2) Delaware, U.S.A.
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(cid:2) Tennessee, U.S.A.
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(cid:2) Chihuahua, Mexico
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(cid:2) Chihuahua, Mexico
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(cid:2) Chihuahua, Mexico
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(cid:2) Nicosia, Cyprus
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SUPERIOR INDUSTRIES INTERNATIONAL, INC.(cid:2)
ANNUAL REPORT ON FORM 10-K
(cid:2)
CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
(cid:2)
We consent to the incorporation by reference in Registration Statements No. 33-64088, 333-107380 and 333-155258 on
Form S-8 of our report dated March 18, 2011, relating to the consolidated financial statements and financial statement
schedule of Superior Industries International, Inc. (the “Company”), and our report dated March 18, 2011 relating to internal
control over financial reporting (which expresses an adverse opinion on the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control
over financial reporting because of the material weaknesses), appearing in this Annual Report on Form 10-K of the Company
for the year ended December 26, 2010.(cid:2)
Exhibit 23
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(cid:2)
/s/ Deloitte and Touche LLP(cid:2)
Los Angeles, California(cid:2)
March 18, 2011
(cid:2)
SUPERIOR INDUSTRIES INTERNATIONAL, INC.(cid:2)
ANNUAL REPORT ON FORM 10-K
(cid:2)
CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
(cid:2)
We hereby consent to the incorporation by reference in Registration Statements on Form S-8 (Nos. 33-64088, 333-107380
and 333-155258) of Superior Industries International, Inc. of our report dated March 10, 2009 relating to the consolidated
financial statements and financial statement schedule, which appears in this Form 10-K.
Exhibit 23.1
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/s/ PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Los Angeles, California
March 18, 2011
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Exhibit 31.1(cid:2)
CERTIFICATION (cid:2)
PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350,(cid:2)
AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO(cid:2)
SECTION 302(a) OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002
(cid:2)
I, Steven J. Borick, certify that:(cid:2)
1.
I have reviewed this Annual Report on Form 10-K of Superior Industries International, Inc.;(cid:2)
2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a
material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were
made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this Annual Report;(cid:2)
3. Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this Annual Report,
fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as
of, and for, the periods presented in this Annual Report;(cid:2)
4. The registrant's other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and
procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting
(as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) for the registrant and have:(cid:2)
a. Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be
designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its
consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in
which this Annual Report is being prepared;(cid:2)
b. Designed such internal control over financial reporting or caused such internal control over financial reporting
to be designed under our supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial
reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally
accepted accounting principles;(cid:2)
c. Evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant's disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this Annual
Report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures as of the end of the
period covered by the report based on such evaluation; and(cid:2)
d. Disclosed in this Annual Report any change in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting that
occurred during the registrant's fourth fiscal quarter that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to
materially affect, the registrant's internal control over financial reporting; and(cid:2)
5. The registrant's other certifying officer and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control
over financial reporting, to the registrant's auditors and the audit committee of the registrant's board of directors (or
persons performing the equivalent functions):(cid:2)
a. All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial
reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant's ability to record, process, summarize
and report financial information; and(cid:2)
b. Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in
the registrant's internal control over financial reporting.(cid:2)
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Date:(cid:2) March 18, 2011(cid:2)
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/s/ Steven J. Borick
Steven J. Borick
Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President
(cid:2)
CERTIFICATION (cid:2)
PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350,(cid:2)
AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO(cid:2)
SECTION 302(a) OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002
(cid:2)
I, Kerry A. Shiba, certify that:(cid:2)
Exhibit 31.2(cid:2)
1.
I have reviewed this Annual Report on Form 10-K of Superior Industries International, Inc.;(cid:2)
2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a
material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were
made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this Annual Report;(cid:2)
3. Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this Annual Report,
fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as
of, and for, the periods presented in this Annual Report;(cid:2)
4. The registrant's other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and
procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting
(as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) for the registrant and have:(cid:2)
a. Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be
designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its
consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in
which this Annual Report is being prepared;(cid:2)
b. Designed such internal control over financial reporting or caused such internal control over financial reporting
to be designed under our supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial
reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally
accepted accounting principles;(cid:2)
c. Evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant's disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this Annual
Report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures as of the end of the
period covered by the report based on such evaluation; and(cid:2)
d. Disclosed in this Annual Report any change in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting that
occurred during the registrant's fourth fiscal quarter that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to
materially affect, the registrant's internal control over financial reporting; and(cid:2)
5. The registrant's other certifying officer and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control
over financial reporting, to the registrant's auditors and the audit committee of the registrant's board of directors (or
persons performing the equivalent functions):(cid:2)
a. All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial
reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant's ability to record, process, summarize
and report financial information; and(cid:2)
b. Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in
the registrant's internal control over financial reporting.(cid:2)
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Date:(cid:2) March 18, 2011(cid:2)
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/s/ Kerry A. Shiba
Kerry A. Shiba
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO(cid:2)
18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350,(cid:2)
AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO(cid:2)
SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002
(cid:2)
Each of the undersigned hereby certifies, in his capacity as an officer of Superior Industries International, Inc. (the
“company”), for purposes of 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002,
that to the best of his knowledge:
(cid:2)
Exhibit 32(cid:2)
The Annual Report of the company on Form 10-K for the period ended December 26, 2010 as filed with the Securities
and Exchange Commission fully complies with the requirements of Section 13(a) or Section 15(d), as applicable, of the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended; and
(cid:2)
•(cid:2)
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•(cid:2) The information contained in such report fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition and results of
(cid:2)
operation of the company.(cid:2)
Dated:(cid:2) March 18, 2011(cid:2)
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/s/ Steven J. Borick
Steven J. Borick
Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President
/s/ Kerry A. Shiba
Kerry A. Shiba
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Corporate Information
DIRECTORS
Louis L. Borick
Founding Chairman
Steven J. Borick
Chairman, Chief Executive Officer
and President
CORPORATE OFFICERS
(continued)
Emil J. Fanelli
Vice President – Accounting & External
Reporting and Chief Accounting Officer
Margaret S. Dano
Lead Director
Sheldon I. Ausman
Gumbiner Savett, Inc.
Philip W. Colburn
Business Consultant
V. Bond Evans
Alumax, Inc.
Retired President and CEO
Michael J. Joyce
Pacific Baja Light Metals
Retired President and CEO
Francisco S. Uranga
Foxconn Electronics, Inc.
Corporate Vice President
CORPORATE OFFICERS
Steven J. Borick
Chairman, Chief Executive Officer
and President
Michael J. O’Rourke
Executive Vice President,
Sales, Marketing and Operations
Robert D. Bracy
Senior Vice President, Facilities
Parveen Kakar
Senior Vice President, Corporate
Engineering and Product Development
Kerry A. Shiba
Senior Vice President and
Chief Financial Officer
Robert A. Earnest
Vice President,
General Counsel and
Corporate Secretary
Stephen H. Gamble
Vice President and
Treasurer
Razmik R. Perian
Chief Information Officer
Cameron D. Toyne
Vice President,
Supply Chain Management
PLANT AND SUBSIDIARY
LOCATIONS
Fayetteville, Arkansas
Michael W. Allen
General Manager
Rogers, Arkansas
Robert D. Davis
Plant Manager
Superior Industries
de Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V.
Gabriel Soto
Vice President,
Mexico Operations
MINORITY EQUITY
INVESTMENT
Synergies Castings Limited
Visakhapatnam, India
CORPORATE OFFICES
Superior Industries International, Inc.
7800 Woodley Avenue
Van Nuys, California 91406
Phone: 818/ 781.4973
Fax: 818/ 780.3500
www.supind.com
DIVIDEND REINVESTMENT
PLAN, TRANSFER AGENT
AND REGISTRAR
Information about the Company’s Dividend
Reinvestment Plan, a convenient and
economical method of using the dividend to
increase holdings, and any questions about
shareholder accounts should be directed to:
Registrar and Transfer Company
10 Commerce Drive
Cranford, New Jersey 07016
800/ 368.5948
www.rtco.com
ANNUAL MEETING
The annual meeting of Superior Industries
International, Inc. will be held at 10:00 a.m.
on May 20, 2011 at the:
Airtel Plaza Hotel
7277 Valjean Avenue
Van Nuys, California 91406
SHAREHOLDER
RELATIONS
818/ 902.2701
www.supind.com
Form 10-K Annual Report to the
Securities and Exchange Commission
will be sent free of charge to
shareholders upon written request to:
Shareholder Relations
at the Company’s Corporate Office
INVESTOR RELATIONS
PondelWilkinson, Inc.
1880 Century Park East, Suite 350
Los Angeles, California 90067
310/ 279.5980
AUDITORS
Deloitte & Touche LLP
STOCK EXCHANGE
Superior common stock is listed for trading
on the New York Stock Exchange under the
ticker symbol SUP.
SUPERIOR INDUSTRIES INTERNATIONAL, INC.
7800 Woodley Avenue
Van Nuys, California 91406
Tel: 818-781-4973
Fax: 818-780-3500
www.supind.com