New Modular 'Handsfree USA' Car Cellular Systems

    FT. WORTH, Texas--Jan. 7, 2003--Progressive Concepts, Inc. (PCI) announced today that its wholesale division, PCI Marketing (PCIM) was recently awarded the primary national distribution contract for Handsfree USA(TM) modular automotive cellular products, including the latest in Bluetooth(TM) wireless interface technologies.
    Manufactured by Funkwerk Dabendorf GmbH and ALAC GmbH of Germany, PCI Marketing can now deliver a variety of hands-free product kits to its thousands of aftermarket car audio, mobile navigation, video and wireless distributors and resellers nationwide, allowing their customers more options for safer in-car operation of virtually any cellular phone.
    The innovative modular hand-set cradle system offers the capability for customers to upgrade or change cell phones, without having to replace the installed base unit. Hot-swappable cradles are available for a wide variety of car kits, including the popular Motorola V60-series phones, Sony-Ericsson T-68, most Nokia models, as well as the latest phones from Siemens, Panasonic and Alcatel. Plus, by installing a Bluetooth adapter, the hands-free cradle also allows the base unit to interface with any wireless phone using a Bluetooth headset profile, with available true voice-activated dialing.
    "We are very pleased to have been selected by Handsfree USA as their major distributor of these exciting new products for the U.S. market," stated Robert McMurrey, Chairman of PCCI, parent of PCI. "Our wholesale team already provides great products and services to thousands of retailers, dealers and aftermarket providers across the nation, and now our customers can offer the latest in hands-free flexibility, security and safety to virtually any of their cellular customers."
    Terry Alling, General Manager N.A. of Handsfree USA added, "Hands-free cellular devices have been a staple in Europe for many years, and the use of these devices is growing dramatically in the U.S. But, many of the products offered domestically are not automotive-grade, and PCI Marketing is a great partner for us in launching these O.E.M. quality products."

    About PCI Marketing

    A division of Progressive Concepts, Inc., PCI Marketing (PCIM) leverages the parent company's buying power to distribute wireless and consumer electronics products worldwide. PCIM customers include smaller retailers, resellers, agents, RSA/MSA carriers, and the O.E.M. market, including auto dealers, automotive aftermarket outfitters, van converters, motor home builders, boat manufacturers, limousine builders, automobile dealer expediters, even aircraft fitters. Customers can order by phone, mail and the Internet, as well as face-to-face with specialized account representatives. For more information, please call us at 800/245-4411, or visit our website at www.pcimktg.com.

    About Progressive Concepts Communications, Inc.

    Ft. Worth based Progressive Concepts Communications, Inc. (PCCI) is a private company holding controlling interests in a number of operating entities, the largest consisting of publicly held Teletouch Communications, Inc. (Amex:TLL), and privately held Progressive Concepts, Inc., the operator of PCI Marketing. More information about Progressive Concepts, Inc. can be found at the company's web site: http://www.hawkpci.com.

    About Handsfree USA

    Handsfree USA is a North American distributor of automotive-grade quality hands-free wireless systems for the automotive market based in Reno, Nevada. All hands-free products marketed are modular in design, offering the capability to use various wireless phones in-car without replacing the entire hands-free base system. For more information, please visit the Handsfree USA web site at www.hands-free-usa.com.

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