The deal represents a multi-year purchase order for radios; specific terms of the agreement were not disclosed.

"We are very pleased to receive this initial order for satellite band receivers," states David B. Wohleen, president of Delphi Delco Electronics Systems. "From putting the first car radio into an instrument panel to today's satellite receiver business, we are uniquely positioned to help our customers take vehicle entertainment and information systems into the next century."

Ron Zarella, president of GM North America, comments, "Superior entertainment and information services will play a significant role in the automobile of the future. We look forward to working with Delphi and XM to build the next generation of radios for the enjoyment of GM car buyers."

Hugh Panero, XM's president and CEO, adds, "This purchase order is another key step in XM's effort to bring a new band of radio to listeners across the country. Delphi has a long history of recognizing winning innovations in radio technology for the car, and we are very pleased that this automotive audio leader will soon be manufacturing AM/FM/XM compatible radios. The contract between GM and Delphi validates our technology and our business model."

Radios and antennas capable of receiving a proprietary XM Satellite signal will be manufactured by Delphi Delco Electronics Systems, a subsidiary of Delphi Automotive Systems. Delphi reports the consumer interface on the new receivers will be simple and user-friendly, featuring existing band selection methods to provide FM1, FM2, AM, and the new XM Satellite Radio S-Band selections. The S-Band will provide the channel, type of music, and song name on its LED display.

Delphi Delco Electronics Systems produces a complete product line of original equipment audio systems, providing everything from antennas, speakers to a broad range of head units that accommodate various playback devices.

Link for more info: www.xmradio.com