Gentex Names VOXX Electronics the Exclusive Distributor of the Company’s New Aftermarket Full Display Mirror
January 04 2017 - 11:00AM
Gentex Corporation (NASDAQ:GNTX), the Zeeland, Michigan-based
manufacturer of automotive automatic-dimming rearview mirrors,
automotive electronics, dimmable aircraft windows and fire
protection products, announced today that it has signed an
agreement with VOXX Electronics Corporation that gives VOXX
exclusive distribution rights to Gentex’s new aftermarket Full
Display Mirror
®. In addition, the agreement
allows VOXX to distribute a full complement of Gentex’s
automatic-dimming mirrors and related technologies.
A photo accompanying this announcement is available at
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The Full Display Mirror (FDM™) is an intelligent rear vision
system that optimizes the vehicle’s rearward view. It consists of a
mirror-borne LCD and a custom, Gentex-designed camera engineered
specifically for automotive vision. The mirror features bi-modal
functionality. In mirror mode, the product functions as a standard
automatic-dimming rearview mirror, but with the flip of a lever,
the mirror enters display mode, and a clear, bright, LCD display
appears through the mirror’s reflective surface, providing a wide,
unobstructed rearward view.
“VOXX is an automotive electronics and distribution powerhouse,
and we look forward to working with them to meet the aftermarket
demand for our growing list of automotive vision and car
connectivity features,” said Gentex Senior Vice President Steve
Downing.
The aftermarket FDM will be available in the first quarter of
2017 and will ship with a complete installation kit consisting of
the mirror, camera, cables and wire harnesses, and several bracket
options for mounting the camera to the rear window.
The system meets current U.S. mirror regulations and is
FMVSS-111-compliant.
“Although we’re primarily a Tier 1 auto supplier, today’s
announcement reinforces our philosophy of ensuring a strong
aftermarket presence,” said Downing. “Along those lines, it’s
important to note that our standard product lineup will still be
available through MITO Corporation, a long-time Gentex distribution
partner.”
For more information about the Gentex Aftermarket Full Display
Mirror please visit www.voxxelectronics.com.
VOXX Electronics Corporation (VEC) is a wholly-owned subsidiary
of VOXX International Corporation (NASDAQ:VOXX), a global supplier
of mobile and consumer electronics products. VEC is a
recognized leader in the marketing of automotive entertainment,
vehicle security and tracking, remote start systems, telematics,
and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS).
VEC sells its products through an extensive distribution network
that includes expeditors, mass merchandisers, regional mobile
electronics chains and independent specialists both domestic and
internationally. VOXX Electronics possesses a strong brand
portfolio and its products rank among the top ten in almost every
category in which they sell.
Founded in 1974, Gentex Corporation (NASDAQ:GNTX) is a supplier
of automatic-dimming rearview mirrors and electronics to the
automotive industry, dimmable aircraft windows for aviation
markets, and fire protection products to the fire protection
market. Visit the company website at www.gentex.com.
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AP PhotoExpress.
Contact Information:
Gentex Media Contact
Craig Piersma
(616) 772-1590 x4316
craig.piersma@gentex.com
Gentex Investor Relations Contact
Josh O’Berski
(616) 772-1800 x5814
josh.oberski@gentex.com
VOXX International
Larissa Bertolotti
(631) 436-6408
LBertolotti@voxxintl.com
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