Audiovox to Supply Chrysler Dealers with the First OE Release of the FLO TV(TM) Auto Entertainment System

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Audiovox to Supply Chrysler Dealers with the First OE Release of the FLO
TV(TM) Auto Entertainment System
Audiovox will work through Mopar to Supply Chrysler Dealers with the First OE
Release of the FLO TV(TM) Auto Entertainment System





HAUPPAUGE, N.Y. and SAN DIEGO, Oct. 30 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Audiovox
Corporation (Nasdaq: VOXX), and FLO TV Incorporated, provider of the
award-winning FLO TV(TM) live mobile TV service and a wholly owned subsidiary
of Qualcomm Incorporated (Nasdaq: QCOM), today announced that Audiovox will
begin supplying Chrysler Dealers through Mopar® with the first OE hardware
interface that will deliver FLO TV(TM) Auto Entertainment to select Chrysler
2010 vehicles and future vehicles.

Audiovox has a long history supplying products through the OE channel and a
relationship with Mopar and the Chrysler Group LLC, which is the first
automaker to offer the product direct through their dealer network.  The
program is expected to launch as a dealer installed option from Mopar® in late
December for the following 2008-2010 model year vehicles with factory DVD
entertainment systems: Chrysler 300, Chrysler Town & Country, Jeep Liberty,
Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Commander, Dodge Charger, Dodge Grand Caravan, Dodge
Journey, Dodge Nitro, Ram 1500, Ram 2500/3500 and Ram Chassis Cab.

Audiovox manages its OE group from a dedicated facility in Detroit, which is
focused on delivering the latest in consumer trends and demands to OEM
Production Modification Centers, Vehicle Personalization Centers and Port of
Entry as well as supporting OE Supplier Ship Direct Programs directly to OE
Dealerships. The Company is actively engaged in the development of Tier -1
vehicle production level programs with a variety of vehicle manufacturers.

The FLO TV service is live mobile TV with the capacity for up to 20 channels
with something for everyone: college and professional sports, breaking news,
children's shows, primetime sitcoms, reality TV and daytime dramas.  The
hardware solution is universal and works with the Audiovox supplied OE
headrest DVD and Seat Top solutions.  In addition the hardware solution can
integrate with factory rear seat entertainment system. 

Patrick Lavelle, President and CEO of Audiovox Corporation, said, "FLO TV Auto
Entertainment is the latest in a long line of unique products that we have
been supplying to the OEs for most of our over 45 year history.  We continue
to grow that segment of our business thanks to the focused team in Detroit and
the close relationships between our sales, engineering and design teams, and
the car and truck makers.  We expect that this product will help rejuvenate
the OE rear seat entertainment business."  Lavelle continued, "We congratulate
Mopar and Chrysler Group LLC Partners on being the first OE to deliver
in-vehicle live TV through FLO TV and look forward to a successful launch in a
few weeks."

"Consumers are in search of an in-vehicle entertainment option that goes
beyond DVDs," said Kathy Thomson, vice president of sales and customer
operations at FLO TV.  "FLO TV is dedicated to providing instant access and a
great television experience to our customers. This alliance with Audiovox and
Chrysler will open doors for subscribers to enjoy convenient, connected and
high-quality content on the road." 

Up to 20 channels will be available in late December when FLO TV(TM) Auto
Entertainment is available for dealer installation. By the end of 2009, FLO
TV(TM) Auto Entertainment should be available in more than 100 major markets
and many interstate driving corridors, providing service coverage for more
than 200 million potential customers. The FLO TV service is not available in
some rural areas.

Audiovox will supply the hardware for the FLO TV(TM) Auto Entertainment system
that integrates with the vehicles' existing entertainment systems and Mopar
7-inch DVD screen systems. A small antenna, similar in size to a laptop mouse,
is mounted on a vehicle's roof to deliver the digital TV signal. The receiver
and wiring are installed under the interior trim of the vehicle and are not
visible to occupants. User-friendly wired and wireless remote controls allow
viewers to easily surf channels, similar to TV systems at home.

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, RCA,
Jensen, Acoustic Research, Energizer, Advent, Code Alarm, TERK, Prestige and
SURFACE brands. For additional information, visit our Web site at
www.audiovox.com. 

About Chrysler Group LLC

Chrysler Group LLC, formed in 2009 from a global strategic alliance with Fiat
Group, produces Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge Car, Ram Truck and Mopar brand vehicles
and products. With the resources, technology and worldwide distribution
network required competing effectively on a global scale; the alliance builds
on Chrysler's culture of innovation -- first established by Walter P. Chrysler
in 1925 -- and Fiat's complementary technology. Headquartered in Auburn Hills,
Mich., Chrysler Group LLC's product lineup features some of the world's most
recognizable vehicles, including the Chrysler Town & Country, Jeep Wrangler
and Ram 1500. Fiat will contribute world-class technology, platforms and
powertrains for small- and medium-sized cars, allowing Chrysler Group LLC to
offer an expanded product line including environmentally friendly vehicles.

About Mopar

Mopar distributes approximately 280,000 parts and accessories in more than 90
countries and is the source for all original equipment parts for Chrysler,
Jeep, Dodge Car and Dodge Ram vehicles. Mopar parts are unique in that they
are engineered by the same teams that create factory-authorized vehicle
specifications for Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge vehicles -- a direct connection
that no other aftermarket parts company can provide.

About FLO TV Incorporated

The FLO TV service combines the best content, an intuitive user interface and
a superior multicast network to deliver a true quality TV viewing experience
for consumers.  FLO TV offers full-length simulcast and time-shifted
programming from the world's best entertainment brands, including CBS Mobile,
CNBC, Comedy Central, FOX News, MSNBC, MTV, NBC, NBC 2Go, NBC News, NBC Sports
and Nickelodeon.  Based in San Diego, Calif., FLO TV Incorporated is a wholly
owned subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated.  Further information is available
at www.flotv.com.

FLO and FLO TV are trademarks of Qualcomm Incorporated.  All other trademarks
are the property of their respective owners.

Audiovox Safe Harbor Statement
Except for historical information contained herein, statements made in this
release that would constitute forward-looking statements may involve certain
risks and uncertainties. All forward-looking statements made in this release
are based on currently available information and the Audiovox assumes no
responsibility to update any such forward-looking statement. The following
factors, among others, may cause actual results to differ materially from the
results suggested in the forward-looking statements. The factors include, but
are not limited to, risks that may result from changes in the Audiovox's
business operations; our ability to keep pace with technological advances;
significant competition in the mobile and consumer electronics businesses as
well as the wireless business; our relationships with key suppliers and
customers; quality and consumer acceptance of newly introduced products;
market volatility; non-availability of product; excess inventory; price and
product competition; new product introductions; the possibility that the
review of our prior filings by the SEC may result in changes to our financial
statements; and the possibility that stockholders or regulatory authorities
may initiate proceedings against Audiovox and/or our officers and directors as
a result of any restatements. Risk factors associated with our business,
including some of the facts set forth herein, are detailed in the Audiovox's
Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended February 28, 2009.

    Audiovox Media Contact:
    Jeremy Stoehr
    Phone: 631 436 6371
    Email: Jstoehr@audiovox.com

    Audiovox Investor Relations Contact:
    Glenn Wiener
    Phone: 212-786-6011
    Email: gwiener@GWCco.com

    FLO TV/Qualcomm Contacts:
    Melinda Hutcheon, FLO TV
    Phone:  1-858-651-7334
    Email:  flotv.pr@flotv.com

    Emily Kilpatrick, Corporate Communications
    Phone:  1-858-845-5959
    Email:  corpcomm@qualcomm.com

    John Gilbert, Investor Relations
    Phone:  1-858-658-4813
    Email:  ir@qualcomm.com


SOURCE  Audiovox Corporation

Jeremy Stoehr, Audiovox Media, +1-631-436-6371, Jstoehr@audiovox.com, or Glenn
Wiener, Audiovox Investor Relations, +1-212-786-6011, gwiener@GWCco.com; or
FLO TV/Qualcomm Contacts, Melinda Hutcheon, FLO TV, +1-858-651-7334,
flotv.pr@flotv.com; or Emily Kilpatrick, Corporate Communications,
+1-858-845-5959, corpcomm@qualcomm.com, or John Gilbert, Investor Relations,
+1-858-658-4813, ir@qualcomm.com
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