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Visteon Helps Ford Launch 2005 Mustang With Updated Interior, Robust Sound System and Enhanced Comfort DEARBORN, Mich., Aug. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ford Motor Co. is launching its 2005 Mustang this fall and Visteon Corporation (NYSE:VC) is proud to be a major contributor to the next generation of the classic pony car that romped onto the automotive stage in 1964. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20001201/DEF008LOGO ) With its timeless exterior design, all-new chassis design and high performance powertrain, the 2005 Mustang is authentically American, but capable of capturing hearts around the world. Visteon has helped capture the Mustang's interior heritage with a symmetrical instrument panel supported with a full cross-car beam that stiffens the body and reduces noise, vibration and harshness. Visteon's new hydraulic power steering system improves the Mustang's ride and handling. Visteon's solid-beam rear axle and driveshaft takes the driving experience of this classic muscle car to a new level of fun. "We congratulate Ford on the launch of this legendary American automotive icon, and we are very pleased to have played a key role in the development of the 2005 Mustang," said Jon Maples, vice president and general manager of Visteon's North America Ford Customer Business Group. Visteon has provided climate control systems for prior generations of Mustangs, but the Heating, Ventilation and Air-conditioning (HVAC) system on the 2005 model sets a new standard by featuring single-zone electric manual climate controls. Any Mustang must match the throaty roar of its engine with an equally robust audio system, and on this score Visteon delivers again. The addition of trunk-mounted subwoofers and a subwoofer chamber integrated into the interior door panel assure that the Mustang's audio muscle can keep up with that of its powertrain. 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 180 technical, manufacturing, sales and service facilities located in 25 countries. http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20001201/DEF008LOGO DATASOURCE: Visteon Corporation CONTACT: Liane Bilicki of Visteon Corporation, +1-313-755-2916, Web site: http://www.visteon.com/

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