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Code-Alarm Expands Relationship with Kia Motors

17 April 2000

Code-Alarm Expands Relationship with Kia Motors

   Begins Supplying Keyless-Entry Packages for Sephia and Spectra platforms

    MADISON HEIGHTS, Mich., April 17 Code-Alarm, Inc.
(OTC Bulletin Board: CODL) announced today that it is expanding its
relationship with Kia Motors America to supply products for each of the Korean
manufacturer's U.S. vehicle platforms.
    The Madison Heights, Mich. manufacturer of vehicle security, remote
keyless-entry and remote car starters will begin shipping remote keyless-entry
packages in May for the Kia Sephia sedan and the Spectra, a new limited-
edition hatchback version.  The option packages, which can be easily upgraded
with an available security system, can be installed at any of Kia's five North
American ports or by any of its approximately 575-plus U.S. dealers.
    "We are pleased that Kia Motors has given Code-Alarm such a wonderful vote
of confidence," said Peter Stouffer, Chief Operating Officer and President of
Code-Alarm.  "We have enjoyed a successful partnership with Kia since we began
working with the automaker eight months ago, and look forward to developing
that relationship over the years to come."
    Code-Alarm began supplying a remote keyless-entry system for the Kia
Sportage sport utility vehicle in July 1999, earning "Most Valued Partner"
status as a top supplier to the automaker.  That same package will now be
available on certain trim levels of the Sephia and all levels of the Spectra
and will feature:

    *  Dual remote transmitters that automatically lock and unlock a vehicle's
doors, simultaneously arming and disarming a security system.
    *  Illuminated entry for safety and convenience.
    *  A remote panic alarm that can be activated to sound an alarm and flash
the lights should the driver notice anyone trying to tamper with the vehicle.
    *  An optional interior theft sensor, IT-s, to provide glass-breakage and
full-content protection.

    Lloyd Law, Manager of Fixed Operations Marketing and Training for Kia,
said the automaker tapped Code-Alarm to supply technology for its sedans
because it was pleased with how the Company handled its contract for the
Sportage.
    "Code-Alarm is a great company and we have been extremely happy with the
relationship we have established with them," Law said.  "They supply a great
product.  The installation is painless and their product support has been
great."
    Michael Schroeder, Vice President of Marketing and New Business
Development for Code-Alarm, said that the Company has been aggressively trying
to grow the OEM side of its sales.
    "Kia's choice of Code-Alarm to introduce these option packages to its
customers demonstrates our expertise in developing the technology that talks
to cars and trucks," Schroeder said.  "We are continuing our strong
relationship with Kia, supporting not only new vehicle platforms but also
marketing efforts to assist in the release of new products and platforms."

    About Code-Alarm
    Code-Alarm manufactures car security and remote keyless-entry products for
the world's top automakers, including General Motors, Ford, DaimlerChrysler,
Mitsubishi, Subaru, Honda, Toyota, and Volkswagen.  The Company also sells its
products in 2,000 locations in 35 countries around the globe under the Code-
Alarm(TM) and Chapman(TM) brand names.
    Code-Alarm builds its products to automotive specifications and is
certified under the QS-9000 quality system designated by the Big Three.
Drawing on more than 15 years experience working with the world's top
automakers, Code-Alarm's systems are designed specifically to work with the
sophisticated electrical systems found in today's cars, trucks, minivans and
sport utility vehicles.  Code-Alarm employs more than 30 engineers and
technical specialists who work closely with automotive engineers on three core
products categories: vehicle security and content protection, remote keyless-
entry and remote car starters.