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Matra’s 2013 Electric Bicycle Collection Focus on Innovation and Performance

Paris, August 27th 2012 – At the EUROBIKE International Fair, Matra will be previewing its new 2013 collection of electric bicycles (from 29th August to 1st September – Friedrichshafen – Germany). In reaction to strong growth on the European market and increasingly pronounced segmentation, Matra is introducing a wide 2013 range of electric bicycles with 12 new urban and sports models, new motors and more features. With a key role to play in the future of transportation, electric bicycles offer consumers and companies a new way to get around the city. In Europe, electric bicycle sales have increased tenfold in the past five years, with 37,000* units sold in France in 2011 and 310,000** in Germany. Within this sector of such strong growth, Matra offers one of the widest ranges on the market with three types of motors : front motor (TranzX 36V), a rear hub motor (BionX 48V) or a bottom bracket motor (Bosch 36V), optimised battery performance (up to 468 Wh) and two main product families “Urban” and “Trekking-Sport”.

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The top-of-the-range quality of the design and finish of MATRA models and the selection of parts from the best suppliers in Europe like MAGURA (hydraulic disk brakes), SKS (mudguards), MAVIC (rims), TUBUS (bag rack), and TRELOCK (lights) on the new i-step 2013 bicycles definitively make MATRA a reference on the European market. The 2013 MATRA collection is being unveiled with the emphasis on innovation and performance: a complete range of 19 models, most of which have a customisable frame (men’s / women’s), height, braking system and accessories to match any user’s needs, to satisfy the entire European market. More than 90% of the 2013 range of Matra electric bicycles will be assembled in France at the Romorantin site (Loir-et-Cher). (*) Source: CNPC/ 3,900 units sold in France in 2005 (**) Source: German Bicycle Association, Zweirad-Industrie-Verband

1 – 2013 Electric Bicycles – What’s new? Trekking-Sport Range

- New i-step runner 48V - New i-step Tourer/Touring version for Men and Women - New BOSCH central motor made in Europe

City Range

- New i-flow 36V front motor and introduction of 468 Wh batteries - New i-flow XP 48V rear motor with Market, Baby, Kid, Duo and Junior packs - New Matra AGT with 7 automatic gears

2 – Electric Scooter Range Matra is also exhibiting its electric scooters and innovative energy storage systems : today the brand is the leading company in France on e-scooters market.

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1.1 - TREKKING/SPORT RANGE: new i-step - performance for sports and leisure.

This range has been a reference for sport and performance since 2006. With its powerful motors, MATRA i-step 2013 is now available in Tourer and Touring versions with new Bosch motors in a central position. With a rigid different frame for men or women which is dynamically positioned in a slightly forward position, i-step 2013 range has four models, two motor types, and two levels of finish.

i-step Tourer NEW Specific men’s and women’s frame, Bosch 2013 motor, polished welding, integrated cables. Magura brakes, Mavic rims, Sella Royal seat, Tubus bag rack with an integrated light. Tourer with Deore, Alfine 8 integrated hub and reinforced Kevlar tyres on the top-of-the-range X models. Available in silver with 300 or 400 Wh versions and two D8 and A8 levels of finish for high-performance daily use. i-step Tourer to be marketed in 2013 i-step Touring NEW With all the characteristics and advantages of the Tourer model, i-step Touring with its satin black colour is a premium product designed for the most demanding enthusiasts. Available in black with the 300 or 400 Wh versions and two DD9 levels of finish with SRAM Dual Drive 27 speed transmission for Touring model and integrated SHIMANO ALFINE 11 hub for X models. i-step Touring to be marketed in 2013 i-step Runner 48 NEW The On-road model with its light frame, carbon fork, comfortable riding position with flat handlebars and ergonomic controls, mixed SPD pedals, i-step runner is equipped with a high-torque BionX 48V motor fixed to the rear hub, providing torque of 32Nm and efficient assistance in any configuration. Available in white with two levels of finish. Recommended retailed price including 19.6% VAT - i-step Runner 48 – €1,899.00 – already available

i-step Force 48 With its 26 inch wheels and mountain bike frame, a high efficiency electric motorisation and many features, i-step force 48 is the off-road version of Matra i-step range. Also equipped with the high-torque motor incorporated to the rear wheel, i-step force 48 is easy to ride in all situations and offers unique sensations and high performance. Available in black with two levels of finish. Recommended retailed price including 19.6% VAT - i-step Force 48 – €2,099 - already available.

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1.2- CITY RANGE: New i-flow - getting around in complete comfort The name i-flow now includes almost all of the electric bicycles of Matra’s “Urban” range, with the exception of the folding FX bike and the automatic AGT bike. Adapted to any use in an urban setting, the i-flow range sets itself apart with its open frames available in two sizes (26 and 28 inches), a straight seat, simplicity of use and high quality features to promote comfort and fluidity while on the move. All models are now assembled in France and come complete with front TranzX 36V (i-flow) or rear BionX 48V (i-flow XP) motors. Three battery types and different braking systems are on offer for i-flow range to satisfy the entire market.

Among the many equipments on offer, the i-flow N7 version comes with a smartphone holder. Ideally positioned on the frame for better protection against knocks and theft and easier reading (navigation, messages, etc.) than a simple clip on the handlebars, it can house different case sizes in and therefore most smartphones on the market (from the 3.5 inch Apple iPhone 4S to the 5.3 inch Samsung Galaxy Note).

i-flow D8 (8 speed revoshift, 36V) NEW Suspended fork, LCD screen, Sella Royal Gel seat, Schwalbe tyres, Trelock lights, and a lot of features, making this bike excellent value for money. i-flow D8 to be marketed in 2013

i-flow N5 (Nexus 5, 36V) NEW With the same features as the previous model, i-flow N5 is equipped with a Shimano Nexus 5 integrated to the hub, in order to increase enjoyment in the city with the possibility of changing gears while at a stop and reducing maintenance. i-flow N5 to be marketed in 2013

i-flow N7 (Nexus 7, 36V) NEW Centershock fork, Nexus 7 transmission, safety case for smartphones. Three braking types are available for this model to suit different uses in each country: traditional front and rear V-brakes, front and rear Roller Brake, Front Roller Brake + rear Coaster brake (back-pedaling). i-flow N7 to be marketed in 2013

AGT (automatic 7 gear box, 36 V) NEW Automatic system for changing gears with sequential mode, large central screen, AGT is tomorrow’s standard for comfortable riding. Its automatic system selects the most suitable gear, thus bettering performance in a particulary high level of comfort due to the setting selected by Matra. Recommended retailed price including 19.6% VAT – AGT €1,899.00 – - already available.

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FX Folding bike (Nexus 3, 36 V) The 2012 electric bicycle of the year in France, FX is compact, sturdy, practical. Once folded, its double stand means it can stand up without support and can be pulled along on its wheels like a suitcase. Easy to get in and out of a lift, easily stored at home, in the car, camping-car or boat. Recommended retailed price including 19.6% VAT – FX - €1,499.00 – Already available i flow XP (B1 belt or D8 revoshift, 48V) NEW The must-have of the City range is certainly i-flow XP version, which groups together many innovations to provide the greatest comfort to users and make life easier for all those who may need to carry up to 40kg with complete peace of mind: the battery is perfectly integrated with a very low centre of gravity, a rear mudguard that is a part of the frame, a double stand for more stability, an adjustable seat and stem with no need for tools, steering control for greater stability around bends when the bike is loaded. Two versions are available with either a belt or a revoshift. A host of Matra innovations, many of which are patented. Recommended retailed price including 19.6% VAT – i-flow XP from €2,199 - Already available

“Family” and “Pack” versions

To suit the needs of electric bicycle users, many “pack” models are available with specific features: “Family” NEW

- i-flow XP Baby, front baby seat (up to 2 years), wind shield, double panniers with lock. - i-flow XP Kid, rear child’s seat (from 2 to 5 years), front basket with lock. - i-flow XP Pack duo, front baby seat (up to 2 years), wind shield, rear child’s seat (from 2 to 5 years). - i-flow XP Pack Junior, rear seat (up to 7 years), front basket with lock.

“Pack” NEW

- i-flow XP Pack Market for shopping and optimal carrying capacity with a front carrier, front basket and rear large 36-litre double pannier with lock.

- i-flow N5 Pack: wide double stand Spanninga, rear 25-liters double pannier, frame lock.

- i-flow N7 Pack: wide double stand Spanninga, front Racktime® compatible basket with lock.

Illustration i-flow XP Pack Duo

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1.3 UNIQUE ELECTRIC BICYCLES MATRA SPORTS MS670 24 HOURS OF LE MANS In June 1972, Henri Pescarolo and Graham Hill won the 24 Hours of Le Mans driving the Matra MS 670. In June 2012, Matra celebrated the 40th anniversary of this first victory by introducing MS670 24 Hours of Le Mans bicycle, a limited series in the colours of its impressive four-wheeled elder sibling . For this Collector's edition, Matra took inspiration from its most sporting range of electric bicycles, i-step, adopting the legendary colours of the competition brand. Matra has given meticulous attention to detail, thanks to tailor-made production in the best tradition of "Made in France" luxury products. The use of ultra-resistant, ultra-light materials, such as aluminium and carbon for the structural elements, together with the quality of its equipment, will delight the most experienced sportspeople. With power that can go up to 500 Watts, and weighing barely 20 kg on the scales, the MS670 24 hours of Le Mans bicycle provides unique sensations and represents the best weight/performance ratio for vehicles going up to 45 km/h(1). Recommended retailed price including 19.6% VAT – MS670 24 hours of Le Mans - €5,000 - already available (only at www.matra.com – €3,000 for the non-electric version). Limited edition by Henri Pescarolo (140 units). Matra Classic Collection A MATRA 24 Hours of Le Mans anniversary collection has been specially created to celebrate this event. Tee-shirts, jackets and hats inspired by clothing of the period and a miniature set of the three winning cars in 72, 73 and 74. Available exclusively on the webstore at www.matra.com

(1) On the circuit – Use not approved on the road.

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2 – ELECTRIC SCOOTER RANGE 2.1 e-MO, leader on the French market for the second year running in 2011 e-MO: Compact, easy to handle and offering flexible riding, adapted for urban mobility, e-MO allows people to get around at a lower cost, without any impact on the planet. It can travel at 45km/h thanks to its 100% electric motor. Recommended retailed price including 19.6% VAT – e-MO €2,190.00 – Already available. e-MO+ was designed for more intensive use in the heart of the city. With sturdy features such as a front disk brake, a dual rear shock absorber and a hydraulic fork, this electric scooter is perfectly suited for everyday use. Recommended retailed price including 19.6% VAT – e-MO+ €2,390.00 – Already available.

e-MO XP is equipped with a 2kW (2,7hp) motor – double that of the e-MO, delivering brisk acceleration and a selectable constant speed of 30km/h or 45 km/h, regardless of loading and road profile. its 165mm front disk brake, the telescopic front fork combined with a rear dual shock absorber and its wide 12 inch tyres, ensure better roadhandling and comfort. The front and rear luggage racks offer different loading capabilities. Recommended retailed price including 19.6% VAT – e-MO XP €2,790.00 – Already available 2.2 MATRA Side: a return to the future A real blast from the past as we return to the roots of the motorcycle, Matra SIDE is a side-car scooter with an innovative and clean motor. Passion and philosophy remain interchanged. Enthusiasts and newcomers will be able to (re)discover pleasure in its purest form by going on long rides along country lanes or along the sea front with no CO2 emissions. Designed for leisure, Matra SIDE is a side-car version of the e-MO XP model. With 12 inch wheels and wide tyres, Matra SIDE offers exemplary traction and smoothness round bends. Its specially adapted chassis keeps it compact (length of 1.60m) and light and maintains its high performance, all keys to the success of the e-MO range. Reinforced brakes and shock absorbers contribute to the feel and manoeuvrability of this new light electric vehicle from Matra. Maintaining the principle of the detachable battery, Matra SIDE’s battery power can last for up to 100 km. Matra SIDE is smaller than a car and more stable than a two-wheeler. Designed as a trial bike, it can cope with any road and is perfect for holidays with friends and family. Available on order.

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2.3 Batteries and solutions for energy distribution Matra provides a solution to energy management for electric two-wheelers with the BAT’LIB® system with a complete range of scooters, a new generation of removable Lithium HD (high density) batteries and a self-service, powerful, secure and easy to use charging station. Thanks to the BAT’LIB® system, the station permanently charges the removable batteries. When you get back from a trip and the battery is run down, the user replaces the “empty” battery with a “full” one in a few seconds and can get straight back on the bike ready to go somewhere else. Thus, using an electric vehicle is free of all constraints concerning battery life and charge time during which a two-wheeler would usually not be able to move. The station, connected to the mains, contains safe compartments (up to 10 per station), each of which contains a scooter battery. Without any intervention, the internal management system charges the batteries and follows the life cycle of each of them. Access to a free space is granted with a personal badge which opens up the compartment in question. Once the dead battery is plugged in and the compartment is closed, charging begins and the station automatically opens up another compartment providing access to a fully-charged battery. This simple solution offered by Matra is a customized answer for deliveries companies in the city and for vehicle leasers, especially in leisure parks and resorts. It is also perfectly adapted to the needs of local communities and companies for their Urban Development Plan and Business Moving Plan. The charging station can be set up in a few moments using a 16 or 32 Amp plug and does not require any infrastructure modifications. Offered in the form of a Neighborhood Electric Transport Solution, incorporating the station, electric scooters and batteries, BAT’LIB® is adjustable and built for the needs of each user. After the self-service car and bike services, with BAT’LIB®, Matra provides a genuine operating system to help broaden the use of electric scooters and eliminate the fear of running out of power. The BAT’LIB® charging station, associated with Matra scooters with removable batteries, makes the intensive use of electric vehicles possible without having an impact on the price for the consumer. More robust and economical than thermal energy, with less maintenance and lower insurance costs, the electric scooter is becoming a high-performance reality. HD Battery - Nanotechnology at the service of performance and battery service Compact and light, the Matra HD battery offers as much as 50% extra battery life when compared with a normal battery of the same size. With high-performance and resistance, it is also one of the safest on the market with an integrated cooling system ensured by “passive safety” technology.

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The technology, developed with the company AllCell Technologies (USA – www.allcelltech.com) provides massive energy density while ensuring safety and prolonging the lifespan of cells. Having already been applied to the removable batteries of the e-MO electric scooter range as part of the Bat’Lib program, it increases the battery capacity to beyond 1kWh for the same volume (weight 7.9 kg) and ensures 1,800 charge cycles with no effect on the battery life while remaining safe: it is like squaring the circle in the battery world! Two levels of integrated safety: Active safety is guaranteed by the BMS (Battery Management System) encased inside the battery. It controls the cell charging and loss of charge, the cell balance and even takes them out of the charging circuit if need be.

Passive safety is ensured by the material that surrounds the cells, PCM (Phase Change Material), which works like a cooling circuit. The nanoparticles which comprise this material absorb the gaps in temperature and maintain a very high level of energy density with no risk of heating. The PCM successfully passed the ULV04 test, which is among the most demanding concerning flammability. By mastering this avant-garde technology, Matra is able to comply with international transportation regulations dictated by the UN IATA Certification, which have become a sizeable constraint for all electric vehicles. These HD batteries for scooters, as well as other batteries for the European light electric vehicle market, will be produced in France by Matra on a new assembly line as part of an exclusive cooperation agreement with the company AllCell Technologies. As a liter of unleaded petrol has just risen in price beyond the symbolic 2 euro mark, electric vehicles are becoming increasingly attractive. Often presented as the weak link of electric solutions, the battery, with Matra HD specification, has become the central argument in Matra’s solutions for developing light electric vehicles. 3 – MATRA, an Important French Brand Distributed through a network of more than 400 specialised retailers in France, Matra is extending its presence throughout Europe. In 2012, the company is setting up a network of direct distribution with retailers in Germany, Switzerland, Austria and Benelux.

Close to the retail dealers and their customers, Matra can thus offer a complete range of quality products

and services with the support of its production site that has been in the heart of the Loire Valley region in

Romorantin (Loir-et-Cher, France) since 1964.

After an audacious 40 years of service to the automobile industry, and more than a million vehicles

produced at the site, Matra is reasserting its competitive and innovative spirit with the development,

production and distribution of light, high-performance electric vehicles.

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About Matra On the back of technological creations and a huge contribution to the European automotive industry over the last 40 years, particularly in racing (1964 - 74), sports and leisure vehicles (1964 - 82) and minivans (1983 - 2003), since 2004 Matra has been implementing an ambitious strategy of technological innovation in the sector of light electric vehicles. Electric bicycles and scooters, quadricycles, motors, batteries and energy storage systems today embody the company’s future growth on the European mobility market. Matra Manufacturing & Services is a company of the Lagardère Group. MATRA Press Contacts: HENRY CONSEIL MATRA MANUFACTURING & SERVICES Gwénola Vilboux / Imane Maarouf François Lombard T : +33(0) 1 46 22 76 43 Head of Press Relations and Communication [email protected] [email protected] www.henryconseil.com www.matra.com

Presentation of Matra’s 2013 Collection

Eurobike – Friedrichshafen – Germany 29th August to 1st September 2012 – FGO Stand – 201

R’Bike – Lyon – France

15th to 17th September 2012 – Stand 6G60

Post EXPO – Brussels – Belgium 18th to 20th September 2012

(Professional range)