Safety and Innovation Take Center Stage With Unveiling of New Universal Remote CB Microphone System for All 4-Pin CB Radios

CHICAGO, IL, Aug 24, 2011 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) --

Cobra Electronics Corporation (NASDAQ: COBR), the number one choice of professional drivers and the leading manufacturer of Citizens Band (CB) Radios, today announced it will showcase some of its newest and most innovative electronics for professional drivers in booth #16074 at the Great American Trucking Show. The event is the nation's second-largest trucking trade show, offering attendees informational sessions, educational seminars from industry leaders, and a glimpse at the latest trends and developments in trucking. This event takes place August 25-27 at the Dallas Convention Center.

While at the Great American Trucking Show, Cobra Electronics will demonstrate its entire lineup of industry-leading GPS Navigation and CB Radio products for professional drivers, including the award-winning Cobra 7750 Platinum Navigation System, the Cobra 5550 Pro 5-inch GPS Navigation System, and the Cobra 29 LX CB Radio.

At the show, Cobra will also publicly unveil the new Remote CB Microphone System, offering truckers safe and convenient remote control operation of all standard 4-pin CB radios from Cobra, as well as all other CB radio manufacturers. The system consists of an ergonomic headset with retractable cord, a state-of-the-art boom microphone featuring noise canceling technology, and a heavy-duty push-to-talk (PTT) button that allows professional drivers to safely operate their CB radio without ever moving their hands or taking their eyes off the road.

"As a company with a long history of committed work and support for the professional driver community, we're excited to unveil this breakthrough safety innovation for the trucking community this year at the Great American Trucking Show," said Sally Washlow, senior vice president of marketing and sales for Cobra Electronics. "Distractions are a leading hazard for professional drivers and while we can't reduce the distractions outside of the cabin, we can help minimize the distractions that come from the inside. Our new Remote CB Microphone System takes professional driving safety to the next level, putting all the functionality of a CB microphone into an ergonomic system that was designed from the ground up to work seamlessly with the way truckers drive."

About Cobra Electronics: Cobra Electronics is a leading global designer and marketer of communication and navigation products, with a track record of delivering innovative and award-winning products. Building upon its leadership position in the GMRS/FRS two-way radio, radar detector and Citizens Band radio industries, Cobra identified new growth opportunities and has aggressively expanded into the marine market and has expanded its European operations. The Consumer Electronics Association, Forbes and Deloitte & Touche have all recognized Cobra for the company's innovation and industry leadership. To learn more about Cobra Electronics, please visit the Cobra site at www.cobra.com. Follow Cobra on Twitter at www.twitter.com/CobraElectronic and Like Us at www.facebook.com/CobraElectronics.

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