Azure Dynamics Appoints Interim CFO

OAK PARK, MI, Jan. 27, 2012 /CNW/ - Azure Dynamics Corporation (TSX: AZD)(OTC: AZDDF) ("Azure" or the "Company"), a world leader in the development and production of hybrid electric and electric components and powertrain systems for light and medium duty commercial vehicles, announced today that Ryan Carr, Chief Financial Officer, has resigned as CFO of the Company and Stephen Lee, Vice President, Finance & Corporate Controller, has been appointed as interim CFO until a permanent replacement is named.  Mr. Carr will remain as a non-officer employee until February 16, 2012 to assist in the transition.

"Since 2008 Azure has made significant progress in the commercialization of Hybrid and EV technologies which now powers over 2,200 vehicles worldwide and Ryan has played a key role in this growth," said Scott Harrison, Azure's CEO.  "We thank Ryan for his contributions to Azure, wish him well and appreciate his assistance in the transition."  Mr. Carr and his family will be returning to Southern California where they previously lived and where he has accepted a similar position with Money Mailer, LLC in Garden Grove, CA.

Mr. Lee, age 35, has been with Azure for a total of five years in various financial management positions with increasing responsibility and most recently as the Vice President, Finance and Corporate Controller since June, 2010.  Mr. Lee was previously the Chief Financial Officer of Vancouver based Carmanah Design and Manufacturing Inc., a leading machinery and equipment manufacturer.  Mr. Lee began his career in 1998 and is a Certified General Accountant.  He received his bachelor's degree in accounting from the University of Calgary.

Harrison continued, "We've built great bench strength and continuity in our finance department over the past several years, and everyone from the management team to the board of directors has the utmost confidence in Stephen as he assumes the interim CFO position.  The board of directors will begin the process of identifying a permanent replacement and expects a seamless transition throughout this period."

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About Azure Dynamics
Azure Dynamics Corporation (TSX: AZD)(OTC: AZDDF) is a world leader in the development and production of hybrid electric and electric components and powertrain systems for light and medium duty commercial vehicles. Azure is strategically targeting the commercial delivery vehicle and shuttle bus markets and is currently working internationally with a variety of partners and customers. The Company is committed to providing customers and partners with innovative, cost-efficient, and environmentally-friendly energy management solutions.  For more information please visit www.azuredynamics.com.

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