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VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP, Mich., Oct. 15, 2007 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Visteon Corporation (NYSE:VC), in collaboration with Boston Acoustics(R), is bringing Dolby(R) Pro Logic(R) II surround sound to Chrysler LLC. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20001201/DEF008LOGO ) Visteon and Boston Acoustics will deliver the popular Dolby Pro Logic II surround sound to the 2008 models of the Chrysler 300 and Dodge Charger. Dolby Pro Logic II creates a captivating surround sound experience from any stereo (two-channel) movie, music or game audio source. Listeners will hear all the detail and subtleties of the original stereo content, with the added luxury of full, compelling surround sound that makes the entertainment experience feel as if it's happening all around the listener. A matrix surround decoding technology, Dolby Pro Logic II detects the directional cues that occur naturally in stereo content and uses these elements to create a five-channel surround sound playback experience. "The technology is ideally suited for multichannel in-car audio systems," explained Steve Meszaros, Visteon electronics vice president. "Visteon integrates the Pro Logic algorithm into its amplifier, which delivers its sound through the Boston Acoustics speakers. The outcome is remarkable clarity and fidelity worthy of Chrysler's premium audio systems." Visteon's audio engineering expertise, combined with Boston Acoustics' custom-designed, precision-crafted speakers, delivers a smooth, octave-to- octave tonal balance known as the Boston Sound to all points of the vehicle interior with crystalline clarity. Audio engineers from Visteon and Boston Acoustics work together to deliver audio systems designed to optimize each vehicle's interior environment; accounting for such acoustic factors as seat location, interior fabrics and materials, and speaker placement. "We are pleased that the Visteon-Boston Acoustics collaboration continues to enhance Chrysler's ability to offer its customers a premium quality audio environment," said Mark Horvath, Boston Acoustics vice president. "The integration of this technology into award-winning Boston Acoustics' automotive sound systems demonstrates our dedication to providing our automotive customers with the best audio experience available in their vehicles." Visteon and Boston Acoustics already provide various customized sound systems for the Chrysler 300, Sebring, and PT Cruiser, Jeep(R) Commander, Grand Cherokee, Compass and Patriot, as well as the Dodge Avenger, Charger, Caliber and Magnum. 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 facilities in 26 countries and employs approximately 43,000 people. About Boston Acoustics Founded in 1979, Boston Acoustics, Inc. designs, manufactures and markets high performance audio systems for use in home music and audio-video systems; after-market and OEM automotive systems; and custom built-in audio systems. Highly regarded for creating The Boston Sound, the company is renowned for delivering superior, competitively priced products emphasizing performance, consistency and value. For further information, visit the company's web site at http://www.bostonacoustics.com/. D&M Holdings Inc. is a global operating company providing worldwide management and distribution platforms for premium consumer, automotive, commercial and professional audio and video businesses including Denon(R), Marantz(R), McIntosh(R) Laboratory, Boston Acoustics(R), Snell Acoustics, Escient(R), ReplayTV(R), Calrec Audio, D&M Professional and D&M Premium Sound Solutions. Our technologies improve the quality of any audio and visual experience. All product and brand names with a trademark symbol are trademarks or registered trademarks of D&M Holdings, Inc. or its subsidiaries. For more information visit http://www.dm-holdings.com/. http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20001201/DEF008LOGO DATASOURCE: Visteon Corporation CONTACT: Media, Jim Fisher, +1-734-710-5557, , or Investors, Derek Fiebig, +1-734-710-5800, , both of Visteon Corporation Web site: http://www.visteon.com/ http://www.bostonacoustics.com/ http://www.dm-holdings.com/

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