New 2005 Chrysler and Dodge Minivans to Feature Johnson Controls' Overhead Rail System

Award-Winning Product Allows Consumers to Personalize, Add Excitement To Vehicle Interiors

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 9 -- Johnson Controls , a leader in automotive interior systems, has announced that its Overhead Rail System will be featured in select 2005 Chrysler and Dodge minivans. The system will appear in the new 2005 Chrysler Town & Country and Dodge Grand Caravan this spring.

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Integrated into a vehicle's overhead system, the Overhead Rail System features flexible docking technology that allows for the attachment of a variety of modular devices. The system enables consumers to customize the interior of their vehicle at the point of purchase and throughout the vehicle's lifecycle.

"We are excited that the Chrysler Group is working together with Johnson Controls to offer added flexibility, function and variety to consumers," said Keith Wandell, president of the Automotive Group of Johnson Controls. "The inclusion of the Overhead Rail System is an excellent example of the Chrysler Group's commitment to developing innovative interiors that surprise and delight consumers and adapt to consumer lifestyles."

According to Wandell, the Overhead Rail System's modular devices may be attached easily into place, updated as necessary and/or removed by automotive manufacturers, car dealership personnel, maintenance technicians or vehicle owners.

The Overhead Rail System technology gives automakers the opportunity to refresh their vehicles' interiors without having to wait for traditional mid- cycle or major model changes. It enables them to achieve this at reduced design, engineering and tooling costs. The system also enables consumers to customize vehicle interiors to meet their unique lifestyles and hobbies.

The system can be configured with a variety of different modules developed by Johnson Controls and its partners.

Johnson Controls has been named a 2004 Automotive News Premier Automotive Suppliers' Contribution to Excellence (PACE) Award finalist in the product category for the Overhead Rail System.

Johnson Controls is a global market leader in automotive systems and facility management and control. In the automotive market, it is a major supplier of integrated seating and interior systems, and batteries. For non- residential facilities, Johnson Controls provides control systems and services including comfort, energy and security management. Johnson Controls , founded in 1885, has headquarters in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.