Dual Electronics and Tele Atlas Team to Deliver New Aftermarket Vehicle Navigation System

DETROIT--Oct. 1, 20048, 2004--

Navigation system combines Dual Electronics' technical expertise with Tele Atlas' turn-by-turn navigation map database

Tele Atlas, a worldwide leading provider of digital map databases and location content for the U.S., and Dual Electronics, manufacturer of high-quality electronics at affordable prices, announced today the availability of the XNAV9525, a vehicle navigation system that can be used as a dedicated, in-dash system or as a stand alone system.

"GPS navigation is one of the most exciting product concepts to hit the mobile electronics business," said Robb Groner, Senior Product Manager, Namsung America, Inc., parent company of Dual Electronics. "Our new XNAV9525 is designed to provide a straightforward, easy-to-operate mapping system for all consumers."

Leveraging Tele Atlas' navigation map data, the system offers turn-by-turn routing instructions with voice guidance. Users may search for routes by address/intersection, points of interest, address book or previous destinations.

"Tele Atlas is pleased to team with Dual Electronics to bring this unique navigation solution to the marketplace," said Jonathon Husby, director of Automotive for Tele Atlas North America. "This innovative system brings the power of Tele Atlas' turn-by-turn maps to consumers looking for a reliable and affordable in-vehicle navigation solution."

The Dual XNAV9525 Vehicle Navigation System is unique in its ability to operate as a dedicated in-dash controlled system or as a stand-alone navigation system. Navigation data is stored on the XNAV9525's 20 gigabyte hard drive and includes pre-loaded U.S. and Canada maps. Complete system specifications are available at www.dualav.com.

About Tele Atlas

Founded in 1984, Tele Atlas is a worldwide leading provider of digital maps and dynamic location content for a variety of navigation, location-based services and geospatial products and database solutions. Tele Atlas' database is a highly accurate reproduction of today's street network, enabling turn-by-turn route guidance on a high percentage of European, U.S. and Canadian roads. Tele Atlas' compatibility with major navigation systems and its open system design have placed the company's technology at the heart of both consumer and business-to-business applications worldwide. From logistics to marketing to traffic and fleet management, in almost every sector of today's business and consumer world, Tele Atlas has built a reputation as an acknowledged pioneer and leader in the digital map industry. For more information, please visit www.na.teleatlas.com (in North America) or www.teleatlas.com (in Europe).

About Dual Electronics

Dual Electronics, a subsidiary of Namsung America, Inc., is based in Heathrow, FL. Managed by Jim Braun, President and CEO; Clyde Podraza, Executive Vice President of Marketing and Sales; and Matt Vinson, Senior Vice President of Product Planning and Procurement, Dual offers a wide selection of mobile electronics, marine electronics, and home audio loudspeakers, and will soon market an extensive line of consumer televisions and DVD+R recorders. For further information, please contact Adam Sohmer, SOHMER ASSOCIATES, 718-499-9161 (voice/fax), 347-512-0066 (cell), adam@sohmerassoc.com.