Visteon Ranks Highest in J.D. Power and Associates Vehicle Multimedia Quality Study

VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP, Mich., Aug. 7  /PRNewswire/ -- Visteon Corporation (NYSE:VC) has set a benchmark for quality as it ranks highest in the AM/FM/Single CD Player segment of the J.D. Power and Associates 2006 Multimedia Quality and Satisfaction Study.

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The Visteon system, which is on 14 various vehicle models, performs well across all areas measured in the segment, with an overall problems-per-100- vehicles (PP100) score of 3.7 (the lower the PP100 score, the higher the quality).

The J.D. Power and Associates 2006 Multimedia Quality and Satisfaction Study, released Aug. 3, is based on responses from 63,607 owners of new 2006 model-year cars and light-duty trucks. The study measures owner experiences with the quality, design satisfaction and features of automotive multimedia systems in new vehicles.

Visteon is a leader in vehicle multimedia, focusing on delivering high- quality, innovative products that meet the rapidly changing needs of today's consumers. The company has introduced several technologies to the market including the first factory-installed HD Radio system, Satellite Radio System and USB Audio Interface. Later this summer, Visteon will launch its family entertainment system featuring Nintendo's Game Boy(R) Advance.

"This ranking is an honor for Visteon," said Steve Meszaros, vice president of Visteon's electronics product group. "We continuously strive to develop innovative, user-friendly products that offer maximum value to our customers. It is great to receive such prestigious industry recognition."

In November 2005, Visteon was recognized by J.D. Power and Associates in its Audio Quality Report as highest in quality in the AM/FM/single CD player segment.

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 more than 170 facilities in 24 countries and employs approximately 50,000 people. 

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