First-ever Detroit demonstration of new Segway HT(TM)

TROY, Mich., Dec. 18 -- New ideas in transportation are commonplace in Detroit. As home to some of the world's most prolific inventors, the motor city is known around the world as the hub for new automotive ideas. But, automobiles can't go everywhere, and until now, there were few pedestrian-friendly personal transportation alternatives, except to walk.

``The Segway HT(TM) is going to simplify personal travel in places that are impractical for automobiles,'' said J.T. Battenberg III, Delphi chairman, CEO and president. ``It is one of the most innovative new applications for electronics in transportation in this century. The self-balancing feature, utilizing five gyroscopes, is the breakthrough. It enables inventor Dean Kamen to depart from the traditional layout for two wheel machines, which rely on human balance. Instead, the Segway HT(TM) acts as an extension of the human body and emulates balance for the rider.''

``I am very proud that Delphi was selected by Segway for this project. The Segway HT(TM) is a perfect example of Delphi's ability to apply our extensive electronics and system engineering expertise to a new market segment,'' said Battenberg.

The unique self-balancing personal transporter debuted on December 3, 2001 and has quickly become the talk of urban planners, fleet managers, delivery personnel, security forces and employees in businesses located in large campus settings where long-distance walking is the only alternative.

``The transporter is designed to operate in pedestrian spaces, and will complement the automobile as part of an individual's total transportation system,'' said Dean Kamen, Segway founder, chairman and CEO. ``A 747 is a great way to go across the country. A car is a great way to go from town to town. But up to a couple of miles, a Segway HT is the way to do it. You can get there faster and it's a lot of fun.''

Delphi assisted in the development of key elements of the unique electronic system used to control the human transporter, including the control unit circuit boards and the user interface components. Delphi also provided expertise in component engineering, component sourcing, testing and manufacturing process development to improve both the reliability and quality of the Segway HT.

``With Delphi's advanced electronics capabilities and experience, it was a clear choice to select them to assist with Segway Company's complex electronics system, which is an integral part of our human transporter,'' said J. Douglas Field, Segway Company's chief engineer.

Delphi's participation with Segway Company is in line with the company's portfolio strategy to more sharply focus on expanding selected technologies and capabilities beyond current automotive segment boundaries.

In March 2001, Delphi announced the creation of a ``new markets'' business unit demonstrating its commitment to growing its high-tech product sales and restructuring its portfolio. As Delphi transitions its portfolio to higher- tech, higher-margin businesses, the company plans to expand its market coverage in selected traditional automotive markets, as well as build sales in new high-growth markets.

Delphi currently has products and intellectual property in its portfolio that can be applied to several market segments, including: connection systems, sensors and micro-electronics. Delphi serves several industries beyond automotive, including: commercial trucks; computing; telecommunications; medical; defense; aerospace; recreation; and consumer appliances. Delphi plans to expand its business in new markets through organic growth and through acquisitions.

About Segway Company

Segway LLC is a Manchester, NH, based business founded by renowned inventor and entrepreneur Dean Kamen to transform the way people work and live. The company has created the Segway Human Transporter (HT), the first self-balancing, electric powered transporter machine designed to enhance the productivity of people by increasing the distance they can travel and the amount they can carry. Segway is funded by Credit Suisse First Boston Private Equity, one of the largest managers of alternative assets in the world, through Credit Suisse First Boston Equity Partners, L.P. and associated funds, and Kleiner Perkins Caulfield & Byers, the leading venture capital firm helping entrepreneurs build sustainable technology businesses. For additional information about Segway, please visit its web site at: www.segway.com . Press releases and digital images are available at Segway's press center at: www.segway.com/news .

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