Audiovox Expands OE Sound Solution Line

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- International CES, Center Hall, Booth 10406-10418 -- Audiovox Corporation (Nasdaq: VOXX) today announced the expansion of its OE Sound Solution line to include nine models introduced at this year's CE show and the commitment to deliver another 8 to 10 models throughout 2011.  

"These new infotainment systems expand on the Company's existing line for Camry and Corolla and add head units compatible with VW, Honda, Hyundai, Toyota and GM," said Tom Malone, President of Audiovox Electronics. "Audiovox was the very first company that supplied aftermarket radios with an OE style back some 45 years ago with our SPS Custom Line of auto sound.  These new radios are the modern equivalent of that line providing the car dealer viable alternatives to factory installed systems that deliver increased profit opportunities."

Where many competitive OE solutions offer limited capabilities, these products come with some of the most sought after consumer features like built-in Navigation with Navteq US/Canada maps, built-in Parrot Bluetooth, hi-res touch screen displays (7" and 8" depending on model), Made for iPod and iPhone, XM –ready, and 3-year warranty.

While most of the line is designed to fit specific vehicles the GM and VW models fit multiple car models. The Company plans to introduce a universal double DIN with built-in Navigation which will be compatible with most vehicles.

The beauty of these systems for the consumer is that there are no package purchases that include unwanted options so they can just purchase the radio upgrade….and the cost of the radio upgrade can be included in the vehicle's monthly payments. In addition, these heads unit also come with a 3-year warranty.

"The new car market in the US appears to be turning the corner and all industry estimates point to continued improvements.  We believe our OE sound solutions provide the dealer with consumer desired options that present profit opportunities….a win, win," Malone concluded.

For more information on Audiovox's OE Mobile Entertainment product line, please visit http://adventproducts.com/.

About Audiovox

Audiovox (Nasdaq: VOXX) is a recognized leader in the marketing of automotive entertainment, vehicle security and remote start systems, consumer electronics products and consumer electronics accessories. The company is number one in mobile video and places in the top ten of almost every category that it sells. Among the lines marketed by Audiovox are its mobile electronics products including mobile video systems, auto sound systems including satellite radio, vehicle security and remote start systems; consumer electronics products such as MP3 players, digital camcorders, DVRs, Internet radios, clock radios, portable DVD players, multimedia products like digital picture frames and home and portable stereos; consumer electronics accessories such as indoor/outdoor antennas, connectivity products, headphones, speakers, wireless solutions, remote controls, power & surge protectors and media cleaning & storage devices; Energizer®-branded products for rechargeable batteries and battery packs for camcorders, cordless phones, digital cameras and DVD players, as well as for power supply systems, automatic voltage regulators and surge protectors. The company markets its products through an extensive distribution network that includes power retailers, 12-volt specialists, mass merchandisers and an OE sales group. The company markets products under the Audiovox, Advent, RCA, Jensen, Acoustic Research, Energizer, Code Alarm, Invision, Prestige, Schwaiger, SURFACE and Terk brands. For additional information, visit our Web site at www.audiovox.com.

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