Hyundai Autonet and Motorola Shake Hands on Hands-free Solutions

AUSTIN, Texas, May 20 Building on a successful relationship in telematics between Hyundai Autonet and Motorola , Hyundai Autonet has selected Motorola as its premier partner for digital entertainment and Bluetooth(TM) hands-free solutions.

The combination of Motorola's and Hyundai Autonet's strengths is expected to lead to a cost-effective integration of capability-tiered Bluetooth(TM) hands-free solutions, making these features affordable in nearly every car. As a leading Asian supplier of automotive electronics, Hyundai Autonet has the knowledge and flexibility to efficiently integrate infotainment with these hands-free solutions. Motorola, a major force behind innovative wireless communications solutions, also brings the knowledge and capabilities of the number one automotive semiconductor supplier.

Combining its most powerful audio processing architecture, specialized peripherals, software technologies and development tools, Motorola has developed the Symphony(TM) family of audio devices. These digital audio and related next-generation solutions can be expected to set a new standard for vehicle digital entertainment applications. Based on results measured in early prototype development, consumers can anticipate a significant improvement compared to existing solutions.

This most recent collaboration between Hyundai Autonet and Motorola springs from a history of successful cooperation. For example, during the past year, the two companies have worked together on four technical projects. Motorola provided support and expertise for the development of entertainment products and Bluetooth(TM) automotive wireless applications, as well as Driver Information Systems. Plans are underway for cooperation in other leading technologies.

"Motorola is the world's number one supplier of semiconductors for automotive applications. By harnessing its legacy in RF technologies and market-leading cellular and Bluetooth expertise into automotive embedded solutions, Motorola has made itself the partner of choice for creating intelligent automobiles for today and tomorrow," said J. J. Yoon, president of Hyundai Autonet.

The demand for this type of product is expected to surge over the next couple of years. Motorola and Hyundai Autonet teams are collaborating to demonstrate the fruits of their endeavor as early as the fourth quarter of 2002, with pilot production in 2003 and full production by 2004. "To satisfy the relentless demand of today's drivers for smart wireless communications and seamless infotainment, you need core competencies as well as smart ideas," said Scott Anderson, general manager of Motorola's Transportation and Standard Products Group. " At Motorola, not only do we have exceptional RF technologies, leading edge Bluetooth(TM) Audio Signal Processors (BTASP), and best-in-class audio quality, but we also believe a vehicle doesn't start with a key, but with a dream. That's why we are very pleased to expand our successful relationship with Hyundai Autonet, a company of such stature that shares our long-term visions."

About Motorola and Bluetooth(TM)

Motorola is one of the nine companies participating as Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) promoters -- the highest membership level available -- and has announced over 25 qualified Bluetooth products to date. In performance comparisons, Motorola's Bluetooth solution has demonstrated a superior user experience through a design that provides up to four times the range, plus capacity for twice as many ad hoc networks, along with operating sensitivity to noise sources fifty percent better than that required by Bluetooth standards.

The Bluetooth system solution from Motorola builds upon Bluetooth's native capability to deliver the highest quality audio possible. A key component of Motorola's approach to delivering high quality audio over Bluetooth is the BTASP that has been designed into the MC71000 Protocol Controller.

About Hyundai Autonet

Hyundai Autonet is creating "multimedia world inside the car" as a Korean leading automotive electronics supplier including multimedia, network and other electronics parts. By investing core R&D areas like Digital Sound System, Car AV / Navigation, Telematics, Voice Recognition Technology, Network Solution and Safety & Power Train Electronics, Hyundai Autonet is developing "Infotainment" system enabling drivers to enjoy information and entertainment at the same time inside the car.

As a manufacturing leader in the world of automotive electronics, Hyundai Autonet is developing and manufacturing OEM products for major car manufacturers in Korea including Hyundai and Kia Motors with annual sales of 531.7 billion won in 2001. http://www.hyundaiautonet.com

About Motorola

As the world's #1 producer of embedded processors, Motorola's Semiconductor Products Sector creates DigitalDNA(tm) system-on-chip solutions for a connected world. Our strong focus on wireless communications and networking enables customers to develop smarter, simpler, faster and synchronized products for the person, work team, home and automobile. Motorola's worldwide semiconductor sales were $4.9 billion (USD) in 2001. http://www.motorola.com/semiconductors

Motorola, Inc. is a global leader in providing integrated communications and embedded electronic solutions. Sales in 2001 were $30 billion. http://www.motorola.com /

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