Motorola Technology Powers Infinity's In-Vehicle Communications System.

NORTHBROOK, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 4, 1998--

Vehicle option offers emergency and roadside assistance, air-bag deployment notification, car-theft notification and remote door

unlocking

Motorola (NYSE:MOT) announced today it has teamed up with Nissan Motor Corporation U.S.A. to introduce the Infiniti Communicator, an in-vehicle communications system (IVCS) available in 1998.5 Infiniti Q45 and I30 luxury sedans, beginning in March. The system merges wireless communication and global-positioning satellite technologies to offer drivers 24-hour emergency and roadside assistance, air-bag deployment notification, stolen-vehicle notification and remote door unlocking via the Infiniti Response Center (IRC).

The Infiniti Communicator integrates Motorola's in-vehicle Global Positioning System (GPS) and cellular technologies, and telematics communications intelligence. Its interface consists of an overhead console with two buttons on either side of a microphone. Volume and cellular-phone controls are located at the left of the vehicle's steering wheel.

The system connects with the IRC using the local area's cellular network(1). The system then transmits GPS-derived location data to the IRC, and establishes voice contact between the vehicle's occupant and the IRC operator, forming a vital linkup for a number of driver services, including:

-- Emergency Assistance - In an emergency situation, the IRC notifies local emergency services upon driver request, when no voice contact is made, or when a wrong password is submitted.

-- Air Bag Deployment Notification - If the vehicle's airbag deploys, the Communicator automatically attempts to notify the IRC. The operator attempts voice contact and can notify an emergency crew with the pinpointed location.

-- Roadside Assistance - In a non-emergency situation, a vehicle occupant can request various roadside assistance services.

-- Remote Door Unlock - In the event of a lockout, a driver can request remote door unlocking by calling a toll-free number and submitting a password.

-- Vehicle Security System Notification - If the vehicle's security system is triggered while armed, the Infiniti Communicator provides the IRC with the car's location and local authorities can be notified.

-- Stolen Vehicle Recovery - If the vehicle is stolen, the IRC can provide tracking information to the local authorities and can even covertly monitor vehicle occupant conversation to assist in apprehension(2).

"We are very pleased that Nissan has called upon Motorola's cellular and GPS technology and telematics expertise to ensure that Infiniti ownership is as safe and enjoyable as possible," said Robert Denaro, vice president and director, Motorola's Telematics Information Systems (TIS) Business.

Infiniti, the luxury division of Nissan Motor Corporation USA, is supported by a network of more than 145 retailers nationwide. Information about Infiniti products is available via the World Wide Web at http://www.nissannews.com

Motorola is one of the world's leading providers of wireless communications, semiconductors and advanced electronic systems, components, and services. Major equipment businesses include cellular telephone, two-way radio, paging and data communications, personal communications, automotive, defense and space electronics and computers. Motorola semiconductors power communications devices, computers and millions of products. Motorola's 1997 sales were $29.8 billion in U.S. dollars.

NOTES:

1 - All services are subject to local cellular and GPS signal availability.

2 - This feature is operable only when the ignition lock is in the "ACC" or "on" position and where permitted by local law.

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