Pelosi Remarks Following Issues Conference Today

WASHINGTON, Dec. 9 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Speaker Nancy Pelosi, incoming House Democratic Caucus Chairman John Larson and other Democratic leaders held a press availability this afternoon following an issues forum on Capitol Hill today. The issues forum, which convened national experts on the economy and national security, addressed efforts to get the economy back on track and protect the American people. Below are the Speaker’s opening remarks.

“Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I congratulate you for a very excellent issues conference, continuing the tradition of having our pre-inauguration, post-election issues conference on our economic security and our national security.

“In terms of economic security, now more than ever, this was a very valuable meeting for us. We heard from experts from right, Mark Zandi, who was the economic adviser to John McCain, to left, James K. Galbraith, and everyone in between in the way of economic thinkers in our country, who have been an economic resource to us for a long time.

“We are pleased with the policy of President-elect Obama. We are working with him so that in the first week of our new Congress, we’ll be able to introduce a very smart, modern recovery package for the 21st century. More details on that to follow.

“At lunch, we heard from our keynote speaker, former Fed Chairman Paul Volcker, who conveyed such tremendous wisdom to us; it was great. In the afternoon, we had the national security discussion, which was very valuable to all of us and to our Members because our first responsibility as elected officials is to protect the American people. This session was very valuable in that regard.

“In the course of the day, Barney Frank, again masterfully, engaged in discussions about the auto package, which we will hear from him about. I am pleased with the progress that’s been made. We don’t — unless he does — in the next few minutes have an announcement to make.

“But, suffice it to say, that it is a concern to our Members that this important industry to our country be preserved. It is essential to our national security that we have a strong industrial and manufacturing base. It is essential to our economy that our workforce is intact, and as we go forward, the auto CEOs know that we are willing to give them a chance to restructure and turn themselves viable, accountable to the taxpayer. As long as that is the path, we have a place to monitor it and support it.

“But again, if that is not the path, we are not going to be engaged in corporate welfare, and they will not succeed.

“With that, I am pleased to yield to the distinguished Majority Leader, Steny Hoyer.”

Graco Children’s Products Announces a Safety Notice for the Frazier(TM) ComfortSport(TM) Car Seat

EXTON, Pa., Dec. 9 /PRNewswire/ — Graco Children’s Products Inc. has determined that a labeling non-compliance affects a limited number of Frazier(TM) ComfortSport(TM) car seats.

The labeling non-compliance is the result of an optional body pillow that partially obscures an important airbag warning label on approximately 43,994 ComfortSport(TM) car seats with model numbers 8C04FRR and 8C04FRR2 model seat in the Frazier(TM) fashion manufactured from November 1, 2006 through October 8, 2007. Models produced after October 8, 2007 are equipped with body pillows that have a duplicative warning label permanently affixed to the body pillow itself and therefore, are not affected by this notice.

Consumers should remove the body pillow from the seat and discard it. Removal of this body pillow does not affect the safety or function of the car seat. Once the body pillow has been removed, the airbag warning label that is permanently affixed to the inside cushion of the seat should be fully visible. The body pillow should not be reattached under any circumstances.

Consumers who own but have not registered their Frazier(TM) ComfortSport(TM) car seats should call 1-800-345-4109 Monday-Friday between 8 am and 5 pm EST or visit www.gracobaby.com 24 hours a day to determine whether their Frazier(TM) ComfortSport(TM) car seats may be affected by this announcement. When calling Graco, consumers should have the model number and date of manufacture of the car seat readily available.

This safety announcement does not affect the ability of the child restraint to protect a child in the case of a motor vehicle crash.

SpongeTech(R) Delivery Systems, Inc. Partners with MGM Consumer Products for Pink Panther(TM) Licensed Products

NEW YORK, Dec. 9 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — SpongeTech(R) Delivery Systems,
Inc. America’s Cleaning Company(TM) (OTC Bulletin Board: SPNG) has partnered
with MGM Consumer Products, a division of MGM Home Entertainment Distribution
Corp., a wholly owned subsidiary of Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc., to
manufacture and market Pink Panther themed products to include a pet grooming
sponge, a children’s bath sponge, and a chamois. Marketing of these products,
which are based on the popular animated character, will begin no later than
March 1, 2009, with retail distribution to various outlets across the United
States beginning no later than June 30, 2009.

The Pink Panther film series began in 1963. Directed by Blake Edwards and
starring comedic great Peter Sellers as the bumbling French police inspector
Jacques Clouseau, the Pink Panther cartoon character was featured in the
opening sequences of each film and became instantly popular. This “cool cat”
starred in 126 of its own short animated films, as well as numerous television
shows, all set to instantly recognizable theme music composed by Henry
Mancini. The film franchise was successfully re-launched in 2006, with Steve
Martin in the role of Inspector Clouseau. The Pink Panther 2 film is scheduled
to open in February 6, 2009.

SpongeTech(R)’s COO Steven Moskowitz, said, “The Pink Panther is one of
the rare movie franchises that renews its popularity with each generation. We
are very excited to be partnering with MGM Consumer Products, and consider
this a wonderful opportunity for all involved. This partnership, along with
recent other successes with leading sports and entertainment companies, is a
testament to SpongeTech(R)’s superior product line and the wealth of licensing
opportunities to which our products lend themselves.”

For more information, please contact Investor Relations at
1-877- SPONGE-T, and/or visit the Company’s website at: www.spongetech.com .

About Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Inc.

Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Inc., through its operating subsidiaries, is actively
engaged in the worldwide production and distribution of motion pictures,
television programming, home video, interactive media, music and licensed
merchandise. The company owns the world’s largest library of modern films,
comprising around 4,100 titles. Operating units include Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Studios Inc., Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures Inc., United Artists Films Inc.,
Ventanazul, MGM Television Entertainment Inc., MGM Networks Inc., MGM Domestic
Networks LLC, MGM Distribution Co., MGM International Television Distribution
Inc., Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Home Entertainment LLC, MGM ON STAGE, MGM Music, MGM
Worldwide Digital Media, MGM Consumer Products and MGM Interactive. In
addition, MGM has ownership interests in international TV channels reaching
nearly 120 countries. MGM ownership is as follows: Providence Equity Partners
(29%), TPG (21%), Sony Corporation of America (20%), Comcast (20%), DLJ
Merchant Banking Partners (7%) and Quadrangle Group (3%). For more
information, visit www.mgm.com .

About SpongeTech(R) Delivery Systems, Inc.

SpongeTech(R) Delivery Systems is a company which designs, produces, and
markets a unique line of reusable cleaning products for household use. These
sponge-based products utilize SpongeTech(R)’s Proprietary, patent (and
patent-pending) technologies involving hydrophilic (liquid absorbing) foam and
polyurethane matrices. The Company’s sponges are specially configured with an
outer contact layer and an inner matrix, the latter of which comes pre-loaded
with specially formulated soaps and wax that are released when the sponge is
wetted and applied to a surface with minimal pressure. The Company’s current
product line is designed for Car Care and Pet Care, however, SpongeTech(R) is
currently exploring additional applications for its technology including an
anti-bacterial, kitchen and bath cleaner, as well as a unique ‘foaming’ bath
sponge for children.

“Safe Harbor Statement” Under The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act
of 1995: The statements in this presentation that relate to the Company’s
expectations with regard to the future impact on the Company’s results from
new products in development are forward-looking statements within the meaning
of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The results
anticipated by any or all of these forward-looking statements may not occur.
Additional risks and uncertainties are set forth in the Company’s Annual
Report on Form 10-KSB for the year ended May 31, 2008, the Company’s Quarterly
Report on Form 10-QSB for the first quarter ended August 31, 2008. The Company
undertakes no obligation to publicly release the result of any revisions to
these forward-looking statements that may be made to reflect events or
circumstances after the date hereof, or to reflect the occurrence of
unanticipated events or changes in the Company’s plans or expectations.

    Contact:
    SpongeTech(R) Delivery Systems, Inc.
    Investor Relations:
    Bill Young, 1-877-776-6438
    wayoung55@aol.com or info@spongetech.com

Cross Country Automotive Services Announces One Millionth Accident Towing Event

Demonstrates Success and Market Demand for Cross Country’s Suite of Vehicle Management Services for the Insurance Market

BOSTON, Dec. 9/PRNewswire/ — Cross Country Automotive Services (Cross Country) announced today that it has conducted its one-millionth accident scene recovery event. The milestone underscores the demand for and proven success of Cross Country’s Accident Management Services developed to address the specific needs of property casualty insurers and their policyholders. Cross Country is a leading provider of vehicle and driver programs including accident management services, emergency roadside assistance and telematics services to the insurance and automotive industries.

Comprised of two products, Cross Country’s Accident Scene Management and Vehicle Release Management, Cross Country’s Accident Management Services aim to increase policyholder satisfaction by reducing the time it takes for the repair process to begin. In addition, the ability to move vehicles faster and more efficiently helps deliver loss cost reductions to Cross Country’s property casualty insurance clients. Addressing key goals such as increasing retention, reducing collision towing and related expenses and providing data to make smart, cost effective decisions across a business’ portfolio has been the key to the success of these programs.

“We are very proud to have reached this significant milestone,” said Dave Ferrick, Cross Country’s Vice President and General Manager, Insurance Market. “The success of these programs demonstrates Cross Country’s ability to help our insurance clients with meaningful savings, as well as our ability to provide timely services to their policyholders in their time of need. The combined benefits of cutting back on the repair cycle time, significantly reducing costs in towing and related expenses, and providing high-quality emergency services – it’s a win-win for insurers and their clients.”

Accident Scene Management enables property casualty insurers to assist their policy holders directly from the scene of an accident through Cross Country’s award-winning emergency assistance services. With one phone call, Cross Country assists the customer with the police, fire and medical assistance they need while safely transporting the vehicle to the desired destination on the first tow, saving the customer valuable time in the repair process and saving Cross Country’s client partners significant towing and related expenses.

Vehicle Release Management is designed to address instances where the vehicle has been removed from the accident scene often requiring complex release and advance payment to the holding facility. In these situations, the disabled vehicle is often towed to an impound location where fees are accrued based on time and there are significant administrative hurdles that have to be cleared in order to gain access to the vehicle. An otherwise long and challenging process for clients and their field staff, Cross Country works directly with its clients to quickly and seamlessly execute on the myriad of tasks associated with getting a vehicle out of a storage location.

Both products offer property casualty insurers visibility into each transaction through a secure online dashboard Web application. This dashboard includes the ability to track, invoice, report and download data for each event. In addition, the property casualty insurer can obtain supporting documentation, such as scanned invoices.

Since the company’s founding in 1972, Cross Country has been recognized for its ability to deliver solutions that create broad value for organizations by increasing customer satisfaction and brand loyalty. Cross Country serves the insurance, automotive, financial services and retail markets with a client list that includes 7 of the top 10 insurance companies.

ABOUT CROSS COUNTRY:

Headquartered in Medford, MA, with offices in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, and Dusseldorf, Germany, Cross Country Automotive Services (www.crosscountry-auto.com) is a leading provider of comprehensive vehicle and driver programs for insurance, automotive and other consumer-facing industries in North America and Europe. Cross Country’s products include its flagship emergency roadside assistance and telematics services, available through the ATX Group, a Cross Country Automotive Services company. Cross Country’s 37-year heritage signifies the company’s dedication to providing personalized, innovative customer solutions that enhance loyalty for its clients and improve the overall driving experience for their customers. Cross Country Automotive Services is a member of the Cross Country Group, one of the largest privately held providers of customer service programs in North America.

Brilliance China Automotive Holdings Limited (OTC Bulletin Board: BCAHY; HKEx: 1114) Notice of Special General Meeting

    HONG KONG, Dec. 9 /PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ --

                 BRILLIANCE CHINA AUTOMOTIVE HOLDINGS LIMITED
               (Incorporated in Bermuda with limited liability)
                              (Stock Code: 1114)

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a special general meeting of Brilliance China
Automotive Holdings Limited (“Company”) will be held at Room Tian & Di, 7th
Floor, The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, 15 Queen’s Road Central, The Landmark,
Central, Hong Kong on Tuesday, 30 December 2008 at 9:00 a.m., for the purposes
of considering and, if thought fit, passing, with or without modification, the
following resolutions as ordinary resolutions of the Company:

    ORDINARY RESOLUTIONS

    1. "THAT

    (a) the entering into of the framework agreements dated 19 November 2008
        (the "Framework Agreements") (copies of which are marked "A" and
        produced to the meeting and signed by the Chairman for identification
        purposes) in respect of the continuing connected transactions to be
        entered into between the Company and its subsidiaries on the one part
        and Shenyang JinBei Automotive Company Limited ("JinBei") and its
        subsidiaries and associated companies on the other part for the three
        financial years ending 31 December 2011 (the "Continuing Connected
        Transactions") as set out in the paragraph headed "The Continuing
        Connected Transactions" in the Letter from the Board contained in a
        circular issued by the Company dated 10 December 2008 (the "Circular")
        (a copy of which is marked "B" and produced to the meeting and signed
        by the Chairman for identification purposes) be and are hereby
        approved, confirmed and ratified and the entering into of the
        Continuing Connected Transactions pursuant to the Framework Agreements
        be and are hereby approved and confirmed ; and that the directors of
        the Company be and are hereby authorised to take such actions and to
        enter into such documents as are necessary to give effect to the
        Continuing Connected Transactions contemplated under the Framework
        Agreements; and
    (b) the proposed maximum annual monetary value of the Continuing Connected
        Transactions contemplated under the Framework Agreements for each of
        the three financial years ending 31 December 2011 as set out in the
        paragraph headed "Proposed Caps and Historical Figures - Proposed
        Caps" in the Letter from the Board contained in the Circular be and
        are hereby approved."

    2. "THAT

    (a) the entering into of the regional agent agreement dated 19 November
        2008 (the "Regional Agent Agreement") (a copy of which is marked "C"
        and produced to the meeting and signed by the Chairman for
        identification purposes) in respect of the continuing connected
        transaction to be entered into between Shenyang Brilliance JinBei
        Automobile Co., Ltd. and Liaoning Zheng Guo Investment Development
        Company Limited for the three financial years ending 31 December 2011
        as set out in the paragraph headed "The Continuing Connected
        Transactions" in the Letter from the Board contained in the Circular
        be and are hereby approved, confirmed and ratified and the entering
        into of the continuing connected transaction pursuant to the Regional
        Agent Agreement be and is hereby approved and confirmed; and that the
        directors of the Company be and are hereby authorised to take such
        actions and to enter into such documents as are necessary to give
        effect to the continuing connected transaction contemplated under the
        Regional Agent Agreement; and
    (b) the proposed maximum annual monetary value of the continuing connected
        transaction contemplated under the Regional Agent Agreement for each
        of the three financial years ending 31 December 2011 as set out in the
        paragraph headed "Proposed Caps and Historical Figures - Proposed
        Caps" in the Letter from the Board contained in the Circular be and
        are hereby approved."

3. “THAT the entering into of the cross guarantees agreement dated 19
November 2008 between Shenyang XingYuanDong Automobile Component Co., Ltd.
“Xing Yuan Dong” and JineBei in relation to the provision of cross guarantees
by each of Xing Yuan Dong and JinBei (and its subsidiaries) for the banking
facilities of the other party up to the amount of RMB500 million for a period
of one year commencing from 1 January 2009 to 31 December 2009 (a copy of
which is marked “D” and produced to the meeting and signed by the Chairman for
identification purposes) be and is hereby approved, confirmed and ratified;
and that the directors of the Company be and are hereby authorised to take
such actions and to enter into such documents as are necessary to give effect
to the cross guarantees agreement.”

                            By order of the Board
                 Brilliance China Automotive Holdings Limited
                               Lam Yee Wah Eva
                              Company Secretary

    Hong Kong, 10 December 2008

    Registered office:
    Canon's Court
    22 Victoria Street
    Hamilton HM12
    Bermuda

    Head office and principal place of business:
    Suites 1602-05
    Chater House
    8 Connaught Road Central
    Hong Kong

    Notes:

    1. A shareholder entitled to attend and vote at the above meeting may
       appoint one or more than one proxies to attend and to vote on a poll in
       his stead.  On a poll, votes may be given either personally (or in the
       case of a shareholder being a corporation, by its duly authorised
       representative) or by proxy.  A proxy need not be a shareholder of the
       Company.

    2. Where there are joint registered holders of any share, any one of such
       persons may vote at the meeting, either personally or by proxy, in
       respect of such share as if he were solely entitled thereto; but if
       more than one of such joint holders are present at the meeting
       personally or by proxy, that one of the said persons so present whose
       name stands first on the register of members of the Company in respect
       of such shares shall alone be entitled to vote in respect thereof.

    3. In order to be valid, the form of proxy duly completed and signed in
       accordance with the instructions printed thereon together with the
       power of attorney or other authority, if any, under which it is signed
       or a notarially certified copy thereof must be delivered to the office
       of the Company's branch registrar in Hong Kong, Computershare Hong Kong
       Investor Services Limited at Rooms 1806-07, 18th Floor, Hopewell Centre,
       183 Queen's Road East, Hong Kong not less than 48 hours before the time
       appointed for holding the meeting or any adjournment thereof.

    4. Completion and return of the form of proxy will not preclude
       shareholders from attending and voting in person at the meeting if
       shareholders so wish.

    5. Pursuant to bye-law 70 of the Bye-Laws of the Company, a resolution put
       to vote at a general meeting shall be decided on a show of hands unless
       a poll is required under the Rules Governing the Listing of Securities
       on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited or demanded (before or at
       the declaration of the results of the show of hands in respect of the
       relevant resolution or on the withdrawal of any other demand for a
       poll):

       (a) by the chairman of the meeting; or

       (b) by at least three shareholders present in person or by a duly
           authorised corporate representative or by proxy for the time being
           entitled to vote at the meeting; or

       (c) by any shareholder or shareholders present in person or by a duly
           authorised corporate representative or by proxy and representing
           not less than one-tenth of the total voting rights of all the
           shareholders having the right to attend and vote at the meeting; or

       (d) by any shareholder or shareholders present in person or by a duly
           authorised corporate representative or by proxy having the right to
           attend and vote at the meeting, and in respect of whose shares,
           sums have been paid up in the aggregate equal to not less than one-
           tenth of the total sum paid up on all the shares having that right.

    6. The ordinary resolutions numbered 1 to 3 set out in this notice of
       special general meeting will be put to shareholders to vote taken by
       way of a poll.

As at the date of this announcement, the Board comprises four executive
directors, Mr. Wu Xiao An (also known as Mr. Ng Siu On) (Chairman), Mr. Qi
Yumin (Chief Executive Officer), Mr. He Guohua and Mr. Wang Shiping; one non-
executive director, Mr. Lei Xiaoyang; and three independent non-executive
directors, Mr. Xu Bingjin, Mr. Song Jian and Mr. Jiang Bo.

    For further information, please contact:

     Lisa Ng
     Brilliance China Automotive Holdings Limited
     Tel:   +852-2523-7227

     Carol Lau
     Weber Shandwick
     Tel:   +852-2533-9981

Inteva Products and AGP & Associates Recognized with Top MarCom Award

TROY and MIDLAND, Mich., Dec. 9 /PRNewswire/ — Inteva Products, LLC, a
Troy-based engineering, manufacturing and supply powerhouse for vehicle
manufacturers, and AGP & Associates, Inc., a full-service integrated marketing
communications firm in Midland, have received the MarCom Platinum Award – the
highest honor of the MarCom Awards competition.

Inteva Products worked closely with AGP to write, design, and produce its
new corporate capabilities brochure, which was launched in English and five
other languages. Recognized for their excellence in terms of quality,
creativity and resourcefulness, the companies received the MarCom Platinum
Award in the capabilities brochure category.

With more than 5,000 global entries submitted, the MarCom’s prestigious
Platinum Award is presented to those entries judged to be among the most
outstanding in the competition. The work serves as an industry benchmark and
is judged to exceed the high standards of the industry norm.

“As a new company with a 90-year history, it’s very exciting to be
recognized with such a prestigious award,” said Gerard Roose, vice president
of sales, marketing planning and communications. “The partnership between AGP
and Inteva was key to our success, and we are proud to accept this award with
them.”

The MarCom Awards is an international creative competition that recognizes
outstanding achievement by marketing and communication professionals. MarCom
Awards is administered and judged by the Association of Marketing and
Communication Professionals.

About Inteva Products

Inteva Products, LLC, has more than 90 years of experience and expertise,
empowering some of the best automotive minds in the industry with global
resources supported by more than 3,600 team members in 17 facilities on three
continents. Inteva designs, engineers, manufactures and assembles Interior
Systems, Cockpits, Latch and Closure Systems and Door Module and Window Lift
Systems for leading OEMs around the globe. Inteva’s integration capabilities
provide everything from small component parts to fully integrated vehicle
subsystems. Inteva is committed to execute to the highest level possible for
all customers to create solutions that meet quality and technical
specifications while remaining on time and on budget. For more information,
visit www.intevaproducts.com.

Insight. Inside. Inteva.

About AGP

Founded in 1992 by Dan Attenberger and Margaret Guzzardo, AGP employs 13
full-time employees. The company provides full-service marketing
communications to a variety of business-to-business and business-to-consumer
clients. For more information, visit www.agp-inc.com or call +1 989 839 5800.

DirectView Technology Group, Inc.’s Subsidiary to Enter Stolen Vehicle Recovery Market With Cyber Tracker

BOCA RATON, Fla., Dec. 9 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — DirectView Technology
Group, Inc. (OTCPK: DVWG), a Company focused on ownership and management of
leading technology companies, is pleased to announce that the Company’s wholly
owned subsidiary, Homeland Integrated Security Systems, will begin a new
additional marketing and sales direction for its Cyber Tracker CT-150 and
CT-410 products. The Cyber Tracker vehicle tracking and asset management
tracking units will be marketed to aid in the recovery of stolen vehicles both
in the US and around the world.

According to the Insurance Information Institute, a motor vehicle is
stolen approximately every 26.4 seconds in the United States. The odds of
someone’s vehicle being stolen are roughly 1 in 207. Motor vehicle theft is
the nation’s no. 1 property crime, costing U.S. citizens over $7.6 billion
each year. Alarm systems and anti-theft devices become more and more
sophisticated, so do methods of disarming them. Professional car thieves are
well-trained in methods of bypassing these systems and this necessitates the
need for concealed tracking systems such as our Cyber Tracker.

The CT-150 and CT-410 can help recover stolen vehicles using a combination
of GPS and cellular platforms to track the vehicle’s location worldwide. The
Cyber Tracker units can also alert the owner if the vehicle is moving and
trigger a variety of alarms and or alerts including disabling the vehicle when
violating an off-limits zone. The Company will provide a comparison list of
features between the Cyber Tracker units and its competitor on their Web site
in the near future.

Roger Ralston, CEO of DirectView Technology Group, Inc., commented, “This
is an extremely exciting development and new direction for us. The Cyber
Tracker units are extremely versatile devices that fit well and exceed in the
same vehicle and asset recovery arena as other devices. Our products are
operational worldwide whereas the competitors units only operate in select
markets and do not have the ability to control the vehicle or provide feedback
over the internet. Vehicle owners can use our Cyber Tracker units to locate
their vehicles, track speed, distance traveled and routes taken on their
computers, Blackberry’s, cell phones, PDA devices or any other internet
accessible device. The CT-410 provides added security including the ability to
remotely turn off the vehicle’s engine via the internet.”

About DirectView Technology Group, Inc.:

DirectView Technology Group, Inc. is a diversified holding company for a
conglomerate of video and technology companies that include the wholly-owned
subsidiaries DirectView Video Technologies, Inc. and Homeland Integrated
Security Systems, Inc. DirectView Video Technologies, Inc. is a full service
provider of video, audio, multipoint videoconferencing, data and IP
videoconferencing services to businesses and organizations worldwide.
Homeland Integrated Security Systems is a technology based that provides
solutions for asset recovery and tracking. The Cyber Tracker technology
product line has applications for data and tracking functions across a variety
of industries, utilizing CDMA, IDEN, and GSM technologies.

Statements contained in this news release, other than those identifying
historical facts, constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning
of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and the Safe Harbor
provisions as contained in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of
1995. Such forward-looking statements relating to the Company’s future
expectations, including but not limited to revenues and earnings, technology
efficacy, strategies and plans, are subject to safe harbors protection. Actual
Company results and performance may be materially different from any future
results, performance, strategies, plans, or achievements that may be expressed
or implied by any such forward-looking statements. The Company disclaims any
obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements.

    Contact:
    DirectView Technology Group, Inc.
    888-704-8700
    www.DirectViewTechnologies.com
    or Call
    Investor Relations
    + 1-866-THE-APPL(E)

Kia Motors Launches New Version of Award-Winning Kia.com Web Site

New Site Enhances User Experience with New Tools and Technological Upgrades

    -  New design enhances user experience with new technology, enhanced content, better navigation and more images and video

    -  Kia.com has been the winner of four J.D. Power and Associates Manufacturer Web Site Evaluation Study Awards

IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 9 /PRNewswire/ — Looking to outpace consumers’ growing expectations when shopping for a new car online, Kia Motors America (KMA) today launched a completely redesigned version of its award-winning Web site, www.Kia.com. The new site integrates with the latest in Web service technologies and provides an immersive online experience while focusing on ease of navigation. Kia.com has been a four-time winner of the J.D. Power and Associates Manufacturer Web Site Evaluation Study (MWES) Award. The look and feel of the new Kia.com reflects the continuing evolution of the Kia Motors brand, including the company’s global commitment to emotional vehicle design.

New features and enhancements to the Web site include a “virtual garage” that allows consumers to customize their ideal Kia vehicles with various options. Visitors also can experiment with different colors, interiors and accessories to find the vehicle that is right for them. The new “virtual garage” removes the limits of normal photos with the use of Computer Generated Imagery (CGI), allowing the consumer to create any combination of available options.

“With 75 percent of consumers researching their next new car purchase online, Kia.com is critical to our marketing strategy,” said Tim Chaney, director, marketing communications, KMA. “New imagery, animations and video provide a better consumer experience and will help drive additional sales leads to our dealers.”

“Consumers have consistently rated Kia.com as one of the best auto Web sites, and this redesign will take advantage of advances in Internet technology to deliver a creative Web site that consumers trust and that elevates the brand,” said David Schoonover, CRM manager and project sponsor, KMA.

About Kia Motors America

Kia Motors America (KMA) is the sales, marketing and distribution arm of Kia Motors Corporation based in Seoul, South Korea. KMA offers a complete line of vehicles through more than 640 dealers throughout the United States. For 2007, KMA recorded its 14th consecutive year of record U.S. sales. Kia Motors subscribes to a philosophy of building high value, high quality, safe and dynamic vehicles. Kia Motors prides itself on producing vehicles that are exciting and enabling and evoke the Kia tagline “The Power to Surprise.”

Kia Motors America is the “Official Automotive Partner of the NBA.” Information about Kia Motors America and its full vehicle line-up is available at its Web site – www.kia.com. For media information, including photography, visit www.kiamedia.com.

Excellence in Supply Chain and Manufacturing Recognized at Frost & Sullivan’s India Manufacturing Excellence Awards 2008

MUMBAI, India, Dec. 9 /PRNewswire/ — Frost & Sullivan, a global growth partnership company, on the eve of its recently held Manufacturing Summit, hosted the India Manufacturing Excellence Awards (IMEA) 2008, at The Leela Palace, Bangalore. Instituted in 2004, the awards aim to highlight the very best and indeed, India’s world-class manufacturing capabilities and acknowledge the best facilities in India that have achieved and sustained manufacturing excellence through a balanced mix of diligence, perseverance, foresight, and dedication required to develop a successful manufacturing organization.

(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20081117/FSLOGO)

With Mr. Vikram Kirloskar and Mr. S M Trehan honoring the awards ceremony as the Chief Guests, this high-profiled awards night saw CEOs, CXOs of leading business houses all under one roof, to celebrate the spirit of supply chain and manufacturing excellence in India.

The highlight of the evening was the panel discussion titled “A Resurgent India — To be driven by Manufacturing and Logistics?” The panelists for this session included Mr. Vikram Kirloskar, Vice Chairman, Toyota Kirloskar Motor Limited and Chairman & Managing Director, Kirloskar Systems Ltd, Bangalore, Mr. S M Trehan, MD, Crompton Greaves Ltd, Mr. Anand Rangachary, MD, Frost & Sullivan, South Asia and Middle East, Mr. C Narasimhan, Ex-President, Sundaram Clayton Ltd, Dr. N Ravichandran, CEO, Lucas TVS Ltd, Mr. Shyam Bang, Executive Director, Jubilant Organosys and Mr. Dilip Oommen, CEO, Essar Steel (India).

IMEA 2008 saw both Large and Emerging Enterprises (defined as SMEs or companies with turnover less than INR 100 Crore) presented the Corporate Platinum Award and Corporate Gold Award across sectors such as Automotive, Automotive Ancillaries, Engineering, Chemicals, Healthcare, Metals and Process.

Speaking about the roadmap ahead for manufacturing, Anand Rangachary, Managing Director, Frost & Sullivan, South Asia and Middle East, said, “Manufacturing is no doubt going to be a key driver industry in the coming years of the Indian economy. 2008 though has seen a drop due to the global factors which has affected all sectors, including manufacturing. The momentum of the developments in the infrastructural capacities has to be ensured, as this will help the sector to cash on its growth in the future.”

Frost & Sullivan received an over-whelming 173 requests for IMEA 2008 assessments. Applicants were asked to assess themselves on a 30-point checklist and send in 50 key matrices, which define their business performance. Based on the self-assessed checklist and matrices, facilities were short-listed for site visits. During these site visits, facilities were assessed on 14 factors (12 quantitative and 2 qualitative) such as Layout and MHS, Focus on Customers, Safety and Environment, Supply Chain, Quality Systems, Operational Flexibility, amongst others. These factors are globally known to reflect facilities’ progress towards flexibility and leanness and are associated with manufacturing excellence. Scoring was on a maximum of 1200 points. A stringent evaluation process based on the above model was followed to select award recipients.

Highlighting the key findings from IMEA, Raghavendra Rao, Director, Manufacturing and Process Consulting Practice, Frost & Sullivan, South Asia and Middle East, said, “This year saw a more uniform participation of companies (post shortlisting) across all sectors. It is interesting this time to plot the strategic abilities of companies against their implementation performance with respect to supply chain and manufacturing excellence.”

IMEA 2008 was preceded by the ‘India Manufacturing Summit’, which focused on sharing best practices observed during the assessment of facilities. Covering topics such as Supply Chain and Logistics Excellence, Leveraging Lean Concepts towards Operational Excellence, Safety Practices, Integrating IT to leverage manufacturing systems control, amongst others, this summit provided an ideal platform for knowledge exchange and business networking.

Microsoft was the partner for this year. The Financial Express was the National Print Partner. Other media partners include, A&D India, Industrial Automation, Industry 2.0, Machinist, Search and Machinist. in.

Honoring ‘Excellence’

                                      Super Achiever
       Corporate Super Platinum Award: Sterlite Industries (India) Limited,
        Tuticorin
       Corporate Super Platinum Award : Sterlite Industries (India) Limited,
        Silvassa
       Super Platinum Award: Balasore Alloys Limited, Balasore
       Super Platinum In Emerging Facilities Award: IP Rings Limited,
        Maraimalai Nagar

                              Platinum Award Recipients
    Chemicals:                             Metals:
    Godrej Consumer Products               Essar Steel Limited, Hazira
     Limited, Gwalior

    Engineering:                           Process:
    Larsen & Toubro Limited-               Birla White (A division of Grasim
     (Electrical Standard Products),        Industries Limited), Jodhpur
     Powai

    Larsen & Toubro Limited-
     (Electrical Standard Products),
     Ahmednagar

    Healthcare:                           Automotive Ancillaries:
    Piramal Healthcare Limited --          Napino Auto & Electronics Limited,
     Healthcare Solutions, Pithampur        Manesar

                                Gold Award Recipients
    Automotive:                            Automotive Ancillaries:

    TATA Motors Limited, Lucknow          GREAVES COTTON Limited -- Light
                                            Engines Unit-II, Ranipet

                                           In Emerging Facilities: Minda
                                            Stoneridge Instruments Limited,
                                            Chakan

                                           Minda Industries Limited, Pune

    Engineering:                 Process:
    Sundram Fasteners Limited,
     Pondicherry
                                 BILT Graphics Paper Products Limited --
                                  Bhigwan

                                 In Emerging Facilities: SKM Egg
                                  Products Export (India) Limited,
                                  Erode

    Pharma:                      IT and Automation Hardware :
    Claris Lifesciences Limited,
     Ahmedabad                   HCL Infosystems Limited, Pondicherry

    Jubilant Organosys
     Limited, Nanjangud

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