Sound Performance: Visteon Plays Key Role in Audio System on Chrysler 300 - 2005 Motor Trend Car of the Year

VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP, Mich., Nov. 23, 2004 -- Visteon Corporation played a key role in the highly regarded audio system on the Chrysler 300, named 2005 Motor Trend Car of the Year.

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Visteon and Boston Acoustics audio engineers collaborated with Chrysler Group to deliver The Boston Sound(TM) in the Chrysler 300, factoring in many variables from fabrics and seat placement to instrument panel materials and occupant positions. Visteon worked closely with Boston Acoustics to ensure its true, rich signature sound. The result is a polished, dimensional in- vehicle sound stage to please even the most discriminating audiophile.

"Visteon congratulates the Chrysler Group on winning this esteemed honor," said Julie Fream, Visteon's vice president and general manager, DaimlerChrysler North America Customer Business Group. "We are pleased to have played a significant role in the development of the Chrysler 300's audio system. The combination of Visteon's advanced automotive audio technologies and Boston Acoustics' audio expertise ensures a sound system that lives up to the leading-edge performance of the Chrysler 300."

The result of the Visteon/Boston Acoustics partnership is a custom- designed, engineered and equalized Boston Acoustics-branded audio system. Today, the system is offered as a factory-installed upgrade option on the Chrysler Group's Chrysler 300, Dodge Magnum and Jeep(R) Grand Cherokee.

Visteon Corporation is a leading full-service supplier that delivers consumer-driven technology solutions to automotive manufacturers worldwide and through multiple channels within the global automotive aftermarket. Visteon has about 72,000 employees and a global delivery system of more than 200 technical, manufacturing, sales, and service facilities located in 25 countries.

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