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JENSEN Expands Its Multimedia Product Line For 2008

JENSEN EXPANDS ITS MULTIMEDIA PRODUCT LINE FOR 2008
One Model is A CEA Award-Winner

LAS VEGAS CONVENTION CENTER - 2008 CES Show - January 7, 2008 - Audiovox Corporation (NASDAQ: VOXX). According to NPD, the Company's Jensen Mobile Electronics group currently holds the top 5 out of 10 positions in mobile multi media. At CES they will launch a completely revamped line up including a CES Innovation Award winner, the 6.5-inch touch screen, Satellite and HD ready unit the VM9022HDN.

Said Tom Malone, President of Audiovox Electronics Corp "Our marketing strategy is to build on the strength of the Jensen brand and our own Audiovox leadership position in mobile video to provide our distribution network with the highest quality and latest technology convergence products."

Screen sizes on the new line range from 3.5" to 7" and two of the six new models feature touch screens and are Bluetooth compatible.

The flagship on the new line is the 6.5-inch touch screen multi media receiver that is satellite radio-ready, has navigation, HD Radio TM and Bluetooth. This system, model VM9022HDN offers all of the latest digital technology and connectivity in a one-source media hub. "With features like SMART routing navigation, Bluetooth, iPod and AV input, the VM9022HDN takes connectivity to the next level and is just one example why Jensen is the leader in the mobile multimedia category, and why we won a CEA Innovations Award for this product."

This is the first multimedia head unit in the Jensen line-up to offer integrated AM/FM HD Radio, and SMART Navigation with Teleatlas Map Data and 3.5million POI. SMART Navigation has an "Alternative Plotter & Flow" capability that offers the driver a number of ways to get to his destination, based on the time of day and various traffic patterns, resulting in an easier, more problem-free drive. There are eight languages to choose from: English, Mexican-Spanish, European-Spanish, French-Canadian, Chinese, German, Italian and Brazilian-Portuguese. MSRP: $1,299.99

The VM9312HD/AM-FM HD RadioTM is satellite radio and HD compatible and supports DVD, MP3, and WMA formats. It has a motorized 7-inch touch screen, HD radio and iPod Receiver. (An external HD RadioTM Tuner Module is included.) Other features include jLinkDirect, a high-speed direct connect interface for playlists, artists, albums and songs. It controls all iPod functions (except iPod Shuffle) via touch screen, and requires purchase of jLinkCable. Compatible disc media includes DVD+R / RW, CD-R and CD-RW; compatible media formats: MPEG1 / 2, XviD, AVI, CD-DA, MP3, WMA, SVCD, VCD and TPEG. There are two AV inputs for external media connectivity including iPod, Game Console, and MP3 players. MSRP: $499.99.

*HD RadioTM is a proprietary trademark of iBiquity Digital Corp.

Jensen is a member of the Audiovox family of brands, marketing products in mobile electronics, including speakers, amplifiers and radios. Jensen products have a distinguished history dating back to 1911 when Peter L. Jensen played a key role in the invention of a moving-coil loudspeaker. Today's Jensen products are positioned as high value, with performance equated with more expensive models. Jensen 12-volt products have achieved recognition from industry professionals, technical product reviewers and consumers.

Audiovox (Nasdaq:VOXX) is a recognized leader in the marketing of automotive entertainment, vehicle security and consumer electronics products. The company is number one in mobile video and places in the top ten of almost every category that it sells. Among the lines marketed by AEC are its mobile electronics products including mobile video systems, auto sound systems including satellite radio, vehicle security, and consumer electronics products such as portable DVD players, flat-panel TV's, extended range two-way radios, multi media products like MP 3 players, and home and portable stereos. The company markets its products through an extensive distribution network that includes power retailers, 12-volt specialists, mass merchandisers and an OE sales group. The company markets products under the Audiovox, Jensen, Acoustic Research, Advent, Code Alarm, Terk, Vogel's and Prestige brands. For additional information, visit our web site at www.audiovox.com.

Except for historical information contained herein, statements made in this release that would constitute forward-looking statements may involve certain risks and uncertainties. All forward-looking statements made in this release are based on currently available information and the Company assumes no responsibility to update any such forward-looking statement. The following factors, among others, may cause actual results to differ materially from the results suggested in the forward-looking statements. The factors include, but are not limited to, risks that may result from changes in the Company's business operations; our ability to keep pace with technological advances; significant competition in the mobile and consumer electronics businesses as well as the wireless business; our relationships with key suppliers and customers; quality and consumer acceptance of newly introduced products; market volatility; non-availability of product; excess inventory; price and product competition; new product introductions; the possibility that the review of our prior filings by the SEC may result in changes to our financial statements; and the possibility that stockholders or regulatory authorities may initiate proceedings against Audiovox and/or our officers and directors as a result of any restatements. Risk factors associated with our business, including some of the facts set forth herein, are detailed in the Company's Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended February 28, 2007 and Form 10-Q for the fiscal first quarter ended May 31, 2007.

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