OSRAM Opto Semiconductors Lights the Way in Mainstream Automotive Design

DETROIT--March 30, 2006--OSRAM Opto Semiconductors today announced its participation in the upcoming Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) 2006 World Congress. A leader in light-emitting diode (LED) solutions for interior and exterior automotive applications, OSRAM will use this industry-leading forum to highlight the industry trend that is moving innovative exterior LED lighting from luxury to mainstream automotive segments.

SAE brings together vehicle manufacturers, suppliers, government and academia from around the world to exchange ideas on advanced automotive technology and business. OSRAM is pleased to participate in this compelling event by presenting a technical paper highlighting low-cost alternatives for implementing LED rear-lighting solutions.

    WHAT:  OSRAM Opto Semiconductors at SAE 2006 World Congress.
           The company will present a paper discussing design 
           methodologies leading to lower-cost solutions in rear
           combination lamps. The paper will highlight common design 
           tradeoffs, design alternatives and innovative solutions.

    WHO:   Automotive Lighting Technology (Part 2 of 4) -- Advanced
           Lighting Technologies: LED Applications II
           "Low-Cost Design Alternatives for LED Rear Combination Lamp
           Applications"
           Presented by James D. Loeffler, Michelle Huang, OSRAM Opto
           Semiconductors GmbH (presented at 2:30 p.m.)

    WHEN:  Monday, April 3, 2006 
           Session begins at 1:30 p.m.

    WHERE: Room O3-45
           SAE 2006 World Congress
           Cobo Center
           Detroit, Michigan