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Infotainment systems improve consumer choice and enhance the driving experience VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP, Mich., Dec. 5 /PRNewswire/ -- More than 15 Nissan and Infiniti models will carry Visteon Corporation (NYSE:VC) infotainment systems -- delivering personalization with satellite radio and Mach(R) Voice Link. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20001201/DEF008LOGO ) The satellite radio system, now offered by Nissan and Infiniti, gives customers a choice in satellite service providers. The system -- designed by Visteon -- is a first for an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) application, allowing the driver to choose between XM or SIRIUS satellite radio service. Given two subscription options, consumers can identify their preference of satellite radio service provider at the point of purchase. The Visteon system can be found on the Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Maxima, Pathfinder, Quest, Titan and Xterra; and the Infiniti G35, M45 and QX56 vehicles in North America. Additional vehicles to offer satellite radio by 2006 include the 350Z, Murano, Sentra, FX45 and Q45. "Visteon's consumer research shows that consumers want to personalize their vehicles and have a choice of satellite radio service," said Albert Faraj, director of Visteon's Nissan customer business group. "They also want the freedom to choose their own cell phone provider." Also available on various Nissan and Infiniti models is Visteon's MACH Voice Link system, a Bluetooth(R) wireless interface that enables communication between portable electronic devices -- such as mobile phones -- and the vehicle. The Visteon system creates an in-vehicle environment that delivers hands-free, voice-activated access to cell phones, allowing drivers to keep their hands on the wheel and eyes on the road. Consumers can use the cell phone service provider of their choice, given their phone is enabled with Bluetooth capability. The hands-free Bluetooth solution is available on the Maxima, G35 and QX56 in North America. In 2006, it also will be offered on the FX45 and Q45. "These are important launches for Visteon," said Faraj. "They represent an opportunity to build on a relationship with one of our fastest-growing customers." Visteon Corporation is a leading global automotive supplier that designs, engineers and manufactures innovative climate, interior, electronic and lighting products for vehicle manufacturers, and also provides a range of products and services to aftermarket customers. With corporate offices in Van Buren Township, Mich. (U.S.); Shanghai, China; and Kerpen, Germany; the company has more than 170 facilities in 24 countries and employs approximately 50,000 people. http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20001201/DEF008LOGO DATASOURCE: Visteon Corporation CONTACT: Melissa Andrade of Visteon Corporation, +1-734-710-5546 Web site: http://www.visteon.com/

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