Consumers Given Opportunity to Impact Future Car Designs

TUSTIN, Calif., Feb. 28, 2005 -- Consumers across the United States are being given an opportunity to express their opinions, pro and con, regarding all things automotive, via a new research panel hosted by VehicleVoice. The free-to-consumers program collects and evaluates opinions of individuals young and old, new drivers and experienced drivers, and even those individuals who for whatever reason don't own a car or truck. VehicleVoice (www.vehiclevoice.com) provides the driver with an unequalled way to communicate with the makers of one of their most important purchases.

VehicleVoice, based in Orange County, California, is collaborating with leading automotive researcher AutoPacific. "Cars and trucks are among the most emotional and complex products consumers purchase," says AutoPacific CEO George Peterson. "Drivers love to talk about their vehicles and share their opinions and experiences. They also hope that auto manufacturers will listen to their opinions when designing future cars and trucks. VehicleVoice has been launched to provide that key link between the customer and the carmaker."

VehicleVoice is unlike any other Internet survey tool or chat room. Designed by R/com Networks, Inc., VehicleVoice uses state-of-the-art Internet survey design to gather information on the latest needs, desires and aspirations of car owners today. The basepoint for VehicleVoice is AutoPacific's annual "Future Vehicle Survey". The ease and speed of the Internet allows VehicleVoice to explore various automotive issues in considerable depth. The result is rapid, accurate consumer input to automakers resulting in better cars and happier customers.

VehicleVoice will also partner with automotive manufacturers and suppliers to better understand the opinions and desires of the driving public.

VehicleVoice officially launched to the public on Wednesday February 23, 2005 and is presently in an open enrollment period. Any and all drivers can join VehicleVoice now by visiting www.vehiclevoice.com.

http://www.vehiclevoice.com/

http://www.autopacific.com/