Radioshack Offers Expanded Lineup Of Tomtom Global Positioning Devices Nationwide

Broader, more comprehensive selection of GPS devices deemed perfect fit for national retailer's new in-store assortment strategy focusing on high-demand consumer electronics

(Tuesday, May 17, 2005) - TomTom, a leading portable navigation solution provider worldwide, and RadioShack Corporation (NYSE: RSH) today announced that TomTom's newest line of personal navigation devices will be offered at 2,500 RadioShack stores across the United States.

The nationwide rollout, which starts this month, is part of RadioShack's previously announced in-store inventory assortment strategy. The company is creating room in its stores to focus on new, innovative technologies, such as global positioning systems (GPS) that are of growing interest to today's technologically savvy consumers.

The new GPS product line succeeds the current award-winning GO range, and includes two models, the TomTom GO 910 and TomTom GO 510.

Building on the strengths that have made TomTom devices so popular, the new TomTom GO series includes hundreds of features and software improvements including:

An extra wide crystal-clear 4-inch LCD touch-screen with a 3D map view and graphics

An improved anti-glare screen with a built-in sensor that automatically adjusts to the changing external light, ensuring optimal display by day, night and even in direct sunlight

iPod® compatibility to see, select and play songs

Hands-free calling using Bluetooth® technology permitting users to make and receive calls while driving with just a touch of the screen

Clear verbal instructions, including street and place names in up to 36 languages and more than 50 different voices

A free software application, TomTom HOME that is compatible with PC and MAC. TomTom HOME enables users to manage, download, store and transfer additional content from their computer onto the new TomTom GO. Drivers can pre-plan routes, download maps and gain even easier access to the new TomTom PLUS content and services like TomTom Audiobooks, TomTom Buddy Finder, TomTom Traffic & Road Conditions and the 5-day weather forecast

Pre-loaded maps of U.S., Canada and Europe ( Europe on the GO 910 only)

"The breadth of RadioShack's distribution network with thousands of convenient neighborhood stores and its well-deserved reputation as a market maker for new technologies is a natural complement to TomTom's growing brand presence," said Jocelyn Vigreux, president of TomTom. "We are excited about expanding our reach to even more people across the U.S. with such a highly rated, customer-focused retailer."

RadioShack recognizes the growth potential of the portable navigation market, adding, "Portable GPS is increasingly becoming a highly sought-after product that customers are looking to purchase, and it's a perfect fit for the enhanced store environment we're creating," said Jim Hamilton, RadioShack's executive vice president, merchandising and marketing. "The mass public is just now starting to catch on to the tremendous benefits offered by portable GPS devices, and the new TomTom GO line is a great example of innovative and easy-to-use products that enhance the lifestyles of today's on-the-go families and individuals."

About RadioShack Corporation
Fort Worth, Texas-based RadioShack Corporation (NYSE: RSH) is one of the nation's most trusted consumer electronics specialty retailers and a growing provider of a variety of retail support services. The company operates through a network of sales channels, including: nearly 6,000 company and dealer stores; more than 100 RadioShack locations in Mexico and Canada; and more than 700 wireless kiosks. RadioShack's knowledgeable and helpful sales associates deliver convenient product and service solutions within minutes of where 94 percent of all Americans either live or work. For more information on RadioShack Corporation, visit www.RadioShackCorporation.com. To learn more about RadioShack products and services or to purchase items online, visit www.RadioShack.com.

About TomTom Inc.
TomTom NV is a leading provider of personal navigation products and services. TomTom's products are developed with an emphasis on innovation, quality, ease of use and value. TomTom's products include all-in-one navigation devices which enable customers to navigate right out of the box; these are the award-winning TomTom GO family, the TomTom ONE and the TomTom RIDER. TomTom also provides navigation software products which integrate with third party devices; the TomTom NAVIGATOR software for PDAs and TomTom MOBILE navigation software for smart phones. TomTom PLUS, is the location-based content and services offering for TomTom's navigation products. TomTom WORK combines industry leading communication and smart navigation technology with leading edge tracking and tracing expertise. TomTom was founded in 1991 in Amsterdam and has offices in the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Italy, the United States of America, China and Taiwan. TomTom's products are sold through a network of leading retailers in 20 countries and online.

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Contacts:

Charles Hodges
RadioShack Corporation
(817) 415-3300
MediaRelations@RadioShack.com

Karen CK Drake
TomTom
(978) 405-1688
Karen.Drake@tomtom.com

Christine Monaghan
Hill and Knowlton
(212) 885-0490
Christine.Monaghan@ Hillandknowlton.com

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