TE to Acquire Hirschmann Car Communication

SCHAFFHAUSEN, Switzerland – June 26, 2017 – TE Connectivity Ltd. (NYSE: TEL) (TE), a world leader in connectivity and sensors, announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Hirschmann Car Communication, a VOXX International Corporation (NASDAQ: VOXX) Company.

Founded in 1924, Hirschmann Car Communication is a leading provider of antennas, antenna systems and broadcast tuners for automotive and commercial vehicle applications. The company, headquartered in Germany, was acquired by VOXX in 2012.

"The acquisition further expands our product portfolio and the integrated, highly engineered solutions we provide for connected and autonomous vehicles worldwide," said Eric Kueppers, President of TE’s Global Automotive business. "Increasing data needs and new applications require active communications and increased connectivity within and outside the vehicle. Combining Hirschmann’s leading antenna technology with TE’s sensing and connecting capabilities allows us to expand our offerings, providing customers with value-add, holistic end-to-end data connectivity solutions.”

“Hirschmann Car Communication brings strong R&D and engineering capabilities in electronics and software development,” said Ludwig Geis, CEO of Hirschman Car Communication. “This, combined with TE’s global footprint and close relationship with customers, will allow us to bring highly engineered solutions that require deep application know-how to customers worldwide.”

This agreement expands TE content per vehicle and opens new growth potential that further strengthens TE's global leadership position in automotive sensing and connectivity. Hirschmann Car Communication is known for its strong engineering expertise and developing technologically advanced offerings such as antenna modules and tuners for automotive connectivity. Automotive antennas alone represent a $2 billion-plus available market opportunity, and is growing at 5 percent annually.

This agreement is subject to regulatory approvals. Upon completion of the transaction, the business will be reported as part of TE's Transportation Solutions segment.

ABOUT TE CONNECTIVITY

TE Connectivity (NYSE: TEL) is a $12 billion global technology leader. Our commitment to innovation enables advancements in transportation, industrial applications, medical technology, energy, data communications, and the home. TE’s unmatched breadth of connectivity and sensor solutions, proven in the harshest of environments, helps build a safer, greener, smarter and more connected world. With 75,000 people – including more than 7,000 engineers – working alongside customers in nearly 150 countries, we help ensure that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS – www.TE.com

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ABOUT HIRSCHMANN CAR COMMUNICATION

Hirschmann Car Communication is one of the world’s leading specialists in antenna, transmitter, receiver, M2M and telematics technologies, primarily for automobile communications and connectivity. The company is a primary antenna provider to some of the world’s most notable auto manufacturers, and a leader in TV tuner applications in Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA). The company operates in Europe, North America and China. – www.hirschmann-car.com

Forward-Looking Statements

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