ORLANDO, Fla. and DETROIT, Jan. 11,
2018 /PRNewswire/ -- VOXX Automotive, a global
designer, manufacturer and supplier of electronic products for the
world's automakers, and a wholly owned subsidiary of VOXX
International Corporation (NASDAQ: VOXX), today announced its
Evolution Series (EVO) Rear Seat Infotainment Solution is the
winner of the Connected Car category of the 2018 Planet M Awards, a
program that recognizes innovations in mobility platforms and
technologies.
The Evolution Series Rear Seat Infotainment Solution will be
honored at AutoMobili-D, a showcase of technologies that are
driving the future of mobility, which includes the connected car.
The Planet M Awards ceremony will take place on Tuesday, January 16, 2018 at 4:45 p.m. Eastern, at the PlanetM Stage (Hall E
in the Cobo Center in Detroit,
MI), as part of the 2018 North American International Auto
Show (NAIAS). VOXX Automotive is displaying its EVO technology
along with the rest of its technologies in booth # CC10 at the
NAIAS AutoMobili-D exhibition.
The PlanetM Awards are a partnership between PlanetM, a Michigan
Economic Development Corporation program, AutoMobili-D and NAIAS to
honor enterprises developing mobility-focused platforms and
technologies.
In commenting on the recognition, Pat
Lavelle, President and CEO of VOXX International, said, "The
decision of the Planet M Award panel of judges to honor our EVO
system is further validation that our efforts to create a mobile,
wireless infotainment hub with media playback and streaming
capabilities with wireless in-car connectivity were well-placed. It
is a market-altering solution that's already been embraced by
several OEM's and their marques.
EVO brings a smart home television experience into the car,
requiring only power/ground connections. EVO includes media inputs
such as USB and SD, HDMI for all digital devices, gaming consoles,
and streaming sticks. The solution is complemented by a mobile app
allowing users to send video wirelessly to the displays from mobile
devices. The EVO app also allows passengers to watch the same video
content on their phones or tablets while it is being played on rear
seat displays. Through an exclusive arrangement with Sling Media, a
built-in SlingPlayer allows users of the Slingbox service to watch
live home TV in their cars by leveraging the vehicles' 4G-LTE
hotspot.
The VOXX EVO Rear Seat Infotainment Solution is the latest
example of our ability to create and deliver advanced, innovative
solutions that are consumer-desirable, reliable and
cost-effective," said Michael
Schroeder, VOXX Automotive's Senior Vice President, Sales
and Business Development. "We are proud to say that EVO is now
offered on the 2018 Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator models.
At GM, it can be found on the 2018 Chevrolet Transverse and Equinox
as well as its GMC Terrain, among others. And there are more OEM's
in development."
About VOXX Automotive
VOXX Automotive, headquartered
in Orlando, Florida with OEM
operations in Detroit, Michigan,
is a global automotive designer, manufacturer and supplier of a
broad range of electronic products for the world's automakers on an
OEM basis. The Company is an innovative leader in rear-seat
infotainment solutions, vehicle security and seamless access
systems, remote start systems, car sharing systems, smartphone
telematics applications and more. With a tier-1, tier 2 and
aftermarket supplier status, VOXX Automotive counts among its
customers FCA, Ford, GM, Hyundai, KIA, Lincoln, Mazda, Nissan, Subaru, and Toyota,
among others.
About VOXX International Corporation
VOXX
International Corporation (NASDAQ: VOXX) has grown into a worldwide
leader in many automotive and consumer electronics and accessories
categories, as well as premium high-end audio. Today, VOXX
International is a global company, with an extensive distribution
network that includes power retailers, mass merchandisers, 12- volt
specialists and most of the world's leading automotive
manufacturers. The Company has an international footprint in
Europe, Asia, Mexico
and South America, and a growing
portfolio, which comprises over 30 trusted brands. For additional
information, please visit our website at www.voxxintl.com.
About PlanetM
PlanetM represents Michigan's unique and vast ecosystem,
connecting resources and opportunities for its consortium of
members. Made up of private industry, government and institutions
of higher learning, partners in PlanetM share the common goal of
leading the development of smart solutions that will change the way
people and goods are transported across all modes of
transportation. To learn more about how Michigan is leading the transportation
revolution or to become a member, visit PlanetM.
About Michigan Economic Development Corporation
(MEDC)
The Michigan Economic Development Corporation is the
state's marketing arm and lead advocate for business development,
job awareness and community and talent development with the focus
on growing Michigan's economy. For
more information on the MEDC and our initiatives, visit
www.MichiganBusiness.org. For Pure Michigan® tourism information,
your trip begins at www.michigan.org. Visit Pure Michigan Talent
Connect at www.mitalent.org for more information on Michigan's online marketplace for connecting
job seekers and employers. Join the conversation on: Facebook,
Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter.
About the North American International Auto Show
(NAIAS)
Now in its 30th year as an international event, the
NAIAS is among the most prestigious auto shows in the world,
providing unparalleled access to the automotive products,
technologies, people and ideas that matter most – up close and in
one place. Administered by executive director Rod Alberts, the NAIAS is one of the largest
media events in North America, and
the only auto show in the United
States to earn an annual distinguished sanction of the
Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d'Automobiles, the
Paris-based alliance of automotive
trade associations and manufacturers from around the world. For
more information, visit naias.com.
Company Contact:
Michael
Schroeder
Senior V.P., OEM Sales and Business Development
VOXX Automotive
Tel: 248-307-3883
Email: mschroeder@voxxintl.com
Investor and Media Relations Contact:
Glenn Wiener
GW Communications
Tel: 212-786-6011
Email: gwiener@GWCco.com
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