Comprised of Viper[R], Clifford[R], Python[R], and Automate[R], Directed 210-series allows users to locate and track their vehicle at any time on Web-based computer map or by telephone using Interactive Voice Response (IVR). Users can also send commands to their vehicles, such as to unlock doors, as well as receive notifications back from vehicle, as with SpeedMinder. Systems employ end-to-end GPS and cellular-based solution.

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Viper[R], Clifford[R], Python[R] and Automate[R] GPS Tracking Systems are all shipping to Authorized Retailers

Vista, California (September 19, 2005) -- Directed Electronics, the largest designer and marketer of consumer branded vehicle security and convenience systems in the United States and a leading supplier of car and home audio, mobile video, and satellite radio products, is pleased to announce that the new Directed 210-series GPS Vehicle Tracking Systems in four consumer branded configurations are now available at authorized retailers throughout North America.

These GPS Tracking Systems allow users to locate and track their vehicle at any time on a web-based computer map or by telephone using Interactive Voice Response (IVR). In addition, users may send commands to their vehicles (i.e. unlock the doors) and also receive notifications back from the vehicle, such as SpeedMinder, a key feature for parents of teenage drivers. These systems employ an end-to-end GPS and cellular-based solution developed by AirIQ Inc. (TSX: IQ), a leader in Global Wireless Security.
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According to Jim Minarik, President and CEO of Directed Electronics, "Directed is proud to continuously enhance our existing products, while also developing innovative new products, and AirIQ has helped us reach this next stage in GPS development with the 210-series quickly and successfully."

"Directed conducted extensive engineering tests leading to the market-ready certification of their four branded GPS products," stated Donald Simmonds, President and CEO of AirIQ. "We look forward to advancing our relationship by developing the next generation of these cutting edge products."

The new Directed 210-series GPS Tracking Systems are now available at authorized Viper, Python, Clifford and Automate retailers as well as new car dealers. Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price for the system is $599, with three convenient annual service plans starting at $99.