Visteon Brings Automotive Innovations to 2011 SAE Brazil Congress

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Visteon Brings Automotive Innovations to 2011 SAE Brazil Congress

Company highlights interaction with iPad®, sustainable cooling system and a range of instrument panels

SAO PAULO, Oct. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Visteon Corporation (NYSE: VC) is showcasing a range of innovations in automotive technology at the 20th SAE Brazil Congress from Oct. 4-6. The global automotive supplier, which engineers and manufactures climate, electronics, interiors and lighting products, is highlighting solutions that bring connectivity, sustainability and a unique user experience to vehicles.

"Visteon is again capitalizing on the SAE Brazil Congress to present the latest technologies we have developed for the global automotive industry," said Alfeu Doria, Visteon's director of operations in Brazil and leader of its interiors group in South America. "The Brazilian market continues to show high potential for incorporating new products into vehicles, and with our strong presence in this market and globally, Visteon is ready to supply vehicle manufacturers with these innovations."

For the first time in Brazil, Visteon is showing its C-Beyond technology demonstration vehicle, equipped with more than 40 innovations in the areas of driver information, infotainment connectivity, climate systems, interiors and lighting. Featured products at Visteon's exhibit include:

Electronics

    --  Advanced center stack controls - Using electronic devices such as an
        iPad® or Android(TM) tablet and the latest concepts in human-machine
        interaction (HMI), drivers or passengers can control vehicle functions
        such as audio, climate control, navigation, entertainment systems and
        others.
    --  In-vehicle integration of consumer electronic devices using numerous
        connectivity options including USB, Bluetooth® wireless technology,
        Wi-Fi(TM), and Internet access.
    --  Rear-seat entertainment system, with independent controls, screens and
        audio systems.

Climate

    --  Metal seal fittings that can drastically reduce refrigerant leaks in the
        air conditioning system, contributing to improved cooling efficiency and
        minimizing environmental impacts.
    --  Compact air conditioning unit - A high airflow, low-noise unit features
        a new type of filter that improves the purity of air inside the vehicle.
    --  Electric compressor for hybrid and electric vehicles - A modular design
        integrating the compressor, electric engine and inverter, providing
        flexibility to vehicle manufacturers.

Interiors

Visteon is showing instrument panels, door panels and air bag covers that enhance passenger comfort and functionality. Among the specific technologies highlighted are:

    --  Flat VLR (Visteon Laminate Reinforcement) - Using an innovative,
        polypropylene plaque in the production of a seamless air bag hinge,
        Visteon reduces investment and complexity of the instrument panel
        production process, while lowering overall part weight.
    --  Two-color, one-shot technology enabling simultaneous injection of two
        colors in a single tool. The technology lowers production costs and
        tooling investments while offering auto manufacturers differentiated
        finish and interior appearance choices.

Visteon Corporation is a leading global automotive supplier that designs, engineers and manufactures innovative climate, electronic, interior and lighting products for vehicle manufacturers. With corporate offices in Van Buren Township, Mich. (U.S.); Shanghai, China; and Chelmsford, UK; the company has facilities in 26 countries and employs approximately 26,700 people. Learn more at http://www.visteon.com.

SOURCE  Visteon Corporation

Visteon Corporation

CONTACT: South America: Alessandra Silva, +55-11-2678-9220, asilva49@visteon.com; North America: Jim Fisher, +1-734-710-5557, +1-734-417-6184, jfishe89@visteon.com

Web Site: http://www.visteon.com

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