Future Flagship Jaguar Model to Offer HD Radio Technology as Standard Equipment

In-Vehicle Digital Entertainment Also Standard in XFR & XKR Models XF, XFR, XK & XKR Models on Sale Now

COLUMBIA, Md., Sept. 23, 2009; iBiquity Digital Corporation, the developer of digital HD Radio technology for AM and FM audio and data broadcasting, today announced that Jaguar Land Rover North America plans to offer HD Radio technology as a standard feature in its future flagship luxury sport sedan -- the 2010 Jaguar XJ. The XJ is available for order now and is due in dealerships in early 2010.

In addition to the new XJ, the Jaguar XKR sports car and XFR sports sedan -- the supercharged ultra-performance variants of the XK and XF lines -- will also provide the digital technology as standard and are on sale now. The Jaguar XK and XF, which offer factory-installed HD Radio technology, are also available in dealerships now.

"Jaguar's enthusiasm and continued support for HD Radio broadcasts emphasizes the great value proposition associated with the technology," said Paul Faletti, Vice President, Marketing, Jaguar North America. "There is no other digital entertainment source that provides drivers with the best in digital sound and a variety of new FM channels, all with no subscription fees."

Jaguar joined the HD Radio revolution in 2007. In February 2009, a broader adoption of the state-of-the-art, in-vehicle entertainment was announced as a factory-installed option across the Jaguar 2010 line.

Integrated with robust digital sound quality and more music, news, sports and talk, Jaguar vehicles highlight the numerous benefits of HD Radio technology. HD Radio technology is radio with a twist; it comes from well-loved local radio stations and offers an incredible variety of innovative formats and programming - all subscription-free!

About Jaguar

From its beginning as a manufacturer of motorcycle sidecars in 1922, Jaguar Cars has grown to become one of the world's premier manufacturers of luxury sedans and sports cars and with that, one of the most recognized commercial brands. The company's vision is simple: To produce beautiful fast cars that are desired the world over. The company operates two manufacturing plants in the United Kingdom and is fully engaged in environmental programs, community work and brand awareness exercises such as motorsports.

About iBiquity Digital Corporation

iBiquity Digital Corporation is the developer of HD Radio(TM) technology, which is fueling the digital radio revolution in the United States and around the world. The digital technology enables broadcasters to offer new FM channels through multicasting, crystal-clear sound and data services on both the AM and FM bands -- all free, with no subscription fee. Leading broadcasters, consumer electronics manufacturers, automakers and retailers are committed to HD Radio technology. iBiquity Digital is a privately held company with operations in Columbia, MD, Auburn Hills, MI, and Basking Ridge, NJ. For more information, please visit http://www.hdradio.com/ and http://www.ibiquity.com/.

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