National Press Release

PONTIAC, Mich., June 15 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading telematics supplier GuidePoint Systems announced it has developed a new Windows(R)-based application that will allow users of a new Visteon(R) Navigation System to access the Internet in their car or truck.

Pontiac, Mich.-based Guidepoint said the new application is part of an agreement that calls for Guidepoint to be the provider of connectivity and driver safety/convenience services on the Visteon Navigation System, a new radio-navigation head unit being developed for aftermarket applications by Van Buren Township, Mich.-based Visteon Corporation. Guidepoint said the new Visteon unit will be integrated with a Guidepoint module, which will deliver Internet connectivity and GPS tracking capabilities to the vehicle. The integrated solution will allow users to surf the Web and access location-based services using the touch-screen application built into the Visteon unit.

Additionally, Guidepoint will serve as the exclusive provider of location-based content and services for the new radio-navigation unit, which is expected to be available in July 2009. Guidepoint will provide the following services through its 24/7/365 response centers and technology infrastructure:

    --  Emergency Services -- customers will be able to access 24/7/365
        emergency help to their pinpoint location with the touch of an icon on
        the radio-navigation unit's touch-screen.
    --  Concierge Services -- customers can access a variety of concierge
        services via a one-touch, Bluetooth-enabled connection to the Guidepoint
        24/7/365 response center.
    --  Traffic -- customers can get traffic reports within a 10-, 15- or
        20-mile radius based on the current vehicle location.
    --  Weather -- customers can get a current and future weather forecast based
        on the vehicle's current location.

    --  Yellow Pages -- customers can get comprehensive Yellow Page(R) listings,
        displayed on the head unit screen.

"We're pleased to work with Guidepoint, which has established itself as a leader in the consumer telematics industry over the past decade," said Jonathan Weisberg, director, connectivity and North America mobile electronics, for Visteon. "Their experience in consumer services and GPS-wireless technology, combined with Visteon's vehicle systems expertise and overall automotive intellect, should help make this new product initiative successful."

About GuidePoint Systems: Sold through more than 2,000 new and pre-owned dealerships nationwide, Guidepoint integrates GPS, advanced wireless technology, the Web and 24/7/365 response centers to deliver a variety of services to vehicle owners and fleet managers. Rated the #1 stolen-vehicle tracking solution in 2007 by international research firm Frost & Sullivan, Guidepoint also offers a variety of driver safety, convenience, fleet management and vehicle tracking services. Visit www.guidepointsystems.com or call 1-877-GPS-FIND for more information.

SOURCE GuidePoint Systems