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LOUISVILLE, Ky., Dec. 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Spartan Chassis, Inc., a
subsidiary of Spartan Motors, Inc. (Nasdaq: SPAR), today promoted its power to
inspire OEM customers to innovate new products, despite current economic
conditions. The company is exhibiting at the 46th Annual National RV Trade
Show (Booth # 3210 – North Wing) in Louisville, Ky.

Spartan utilizes proven technology and research to design, analyze and
engineer each of its custom chassis to fit seamlessly with the body design of
each OEMs particular coach model. The result is creative and innovative
motorhome designs ranging from mid-size Class A models to luxurious highline
motorhomes.

“Despite economic uncertainty, consumers still desire what the RV
lifestyle has to offer,” said John Sztykiel, President and CEO of Spartan
Motors. “That means these are also times of significant opportunity for
Spartan. Our flexible manufacturing process allows us to provide our OEM
customers with exactly what they need-a chassis designed for full integration
and unmatched performance.”

Spartan custom manufactures chassis to the individual specifications of
American Coach, Entegra, Fleetwood, Newmar and Tiffin.

RVIA is the preeminent trade show for the RV dealer market, annually
showcasing the latest RV technology and new models. According to RVIA Today, a
Recreational Vehicle Industry Association newsletter, the show is expected to
draw nearly 14,000 manufacturers, suppliers, dealers, and other industry
representatives to the Kentucky Exposition Center.

About Spartan Chassis, Inc.

Spartan Chassis, Inc., a subsidiary of Spartan Motors, Inc. (NASDAQ:
SPAR), is a leading developer and manufacturer of custom chassis for
recreational vehicles, fire trucks, defense and specialty vehicles. Spartan
Motors (theshyftgroup.com) which also manufactures emergency rescue
vehicles under the brand names of Crimson Fire, Crimson Fire Aerials and Road
Rescue, reported sales of $681.9 million in 2007 and is focused on becoming
the premier manufacturer of specialty vehicles and chassis in North America.

This release contains forward-looking statements, including, without
limitation, statements concerning our business, future plans and objectives
and the performance of our products. These forward-looking statements involve
certain risks and uncertainties that ultimately may not prove to be accurate.
Actual results and future events could differ materially from those
anticipated in such statements. Technical complications may arise that could
prevent the prompt implementation of the plans outlined above. The company
cautions that these forward-looking statements are further qualified by other
factors including, but not limited to, those set forth in the company’s Annual
Report on Form 10-K filing and other filings with the United States Securities
and Exchange Commission (available at http://www.sec.gov ). Government
contracts and subcontracts typically involve long payment and purchase cycles,
competitive bidding, qualification requirements, delays or changes in funding,
extensive specification development and changes, price negotiations and
milestone requirements. An announced award of a governmental contract is not
equivalent to a finalized executed contract and does not assure that orders
will be issued and filled. Government agencies also often retain some portion
of fees payable upon completion of a project and collection of contract fees
may be delayed for long periods, which can negatively impact both prime
contractors and subcontractors. The company undertakes no obligation to
publicly update or revise any statements in this release, whether as a result
of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.