Bangkok--29 Nov--Yontrakit Group Yontrakit Group highlights concept of “Technology for Saving Energy” at Thailand International Motor Expo 2007 with complete showcase from Audi, Kia, Peugeot, Skoda and Volkswagen Yontrakit Group, sole importer and distributor of leading brands of automobiles including Audi, Kia, Peugeot, Skoda and Volkswagen in Thailand will showcase variety of automobiles at this year’s Thailand International Motor Expo, held during November 28 — December 10, 2007 at Challenger Hall, Muanthong Thani, highlighting the concept of “Technology for Saving Energy” to offer perfect alternatives amid rising fuel prices. Soravit Leenutapong, Chairman of Yontrakit Group, disclosed details of his company’s participation in the 24th Thailand International Motor Expo, saying Yontrakit Group would entice the public at the yearend motoring event with new models from leading European and Asian brands, namely Audi, Kia, Peugeot, Skoda and Volkswagen, whose outstanding quality highlights a perfect combination of excellent fuel economy and impressive performances. “We have selected models of vehicles from these global leading brands to offer greatest value for money especially when the oil prices continue to soar. Our cars vary from compact-size vehicles to true people carrierห and luxurious alternatives. We highlight the concept of Technology for Saving Energy to confirm the theme message that consumers will experience a perfect combination of both fuel economy and performance from our products,” he explained. Advanced technologies included in Yontrakit’s showcase at the Motor Expo 2007 are the TFSI direct injection technology from Audi, small gasoline and diesel engine with CRDI technology to help relieve global warming from Kia small gasoline engine co-developed by PSA Group and BMW Group from Peugeot and TDI direct injection turbo diesel technology from Volkswagen Group. Attractive campaigns and offers during the Motor Expo 2007 from Audi, Kia, Peugeot, Skoda and Volkswagen are as follows: - Audi — newly launched Audi A6 Avant 2.0 TFSI - Kia — Kia Picanto 1.1-liter 65 horsepower engine at starting price of 499,000 baht. Special tailor-made campaign to suit every need (Long-term installment & low interest rate or free maintenance for 3 years and free comprehensive insurance for Kia Carnival and Kia Carens). - Peugeot — Peugeot 207 Cc, Peugeot 207 Sport 3-door and Peugeot 207 Sport 5-door 1.6-liter 120 horsepower engine at special prices. - Skoda — Skoda Superb TDI 1.9-liter 130 horsepower engine and Skoda Octavia TDI 5-door 1.9-liter 105 horsepower engine with 6-speed DSG transmission at special prices. - Volkswagen - The New Caravelle Businessline — latest interior arrangement for modern businessmen with 2.5-liter TDI and 3.2 V6 engines. All versions of the New Caravelle come with attractive campaign: Free fuel allowance worth 100,000 baht, Free comprehensive insurance for 1 year worth over 40,000 baht and Free maintenance for 4 years worth over 60,000 baht. Details of some of the highlighted models to be displayed at Yontrakit booth during the upcoming Motor Expo are as follows:Audi - Audi A6 Avgant 2.0 TFSI: 2.0 liter engine delivering maximum output of 170 horsepower at 4300-6000 rpm and torque of 280 nm at 1800-4200 rpm with top speed of 216 km/h and 0-100 km/h acceleration only within 9 seconds through the advanced FSI (Fuel Stratified Injection) technology combined with a turbo charger. Fuel economy averages at 12.20 km/liter. The interior offers large luggage area of 565 liters and 1660 liters when backseats are folded. - Audi TT Coupe 2.0 TFSI S Tronic: The 2.0-liter Turbo FSI engine receives “Engine of the Year” award for its impressive performance and massive horsepower of 200ps and 280 nm torque. The S Tronic 6-speed transmission makes gear changing even quicker and smoother for 0-100 km/h acceleration only within 6.4 seconds and top speed of 240 km/h. - Audi Q7 3.0 TDI quattro: The 6-cylinder DOHC TDI engine comes with Piezo commonrail injector and turbo charger to produce 220 maximum horsepower and 500 nm torque at 1,750 — 2,750 rpm. The 6-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic propels Audi Q7 to top speed of 210 km/h and 0-100 km/h acceleration within 9.1 seconds. The car also features quattro (full-time all-wheel drive) technology, MMI technology for information display, advanced key, adjustable xenon lights and Audi Parking System. - Audi A4 Sport Edition: Highlighted by aeroparts from Audi Genuine Accessories from Germany in the same tradition with A4 DTM — champion of several German Touring Car. The accessories worth over 300,000 baht include front/rear bumpers, carbon fiber front spoiler, rear spoiler, S-line emblem, 18-inch DTM aluminum wheels and 235/40 R18 tires. The engine delivers 200 horsepower and 280 nm torque for 0-100 km/h sprint within 7.3 seconds and top speed of 235 km/h. The 2.0-liter TFSI is also winner of “Engine of the Year” award for 3 consecutive years. Kia - Kia Picanto: A perfect choice for the city traffic with the versatility of a small car and functionality of a small MPV using the economical 1.1-liter engine that offers a top speed of 154 km/h. Kia Picanto, which won the best small car with best fuel economy award in Thailand in 2006 will come in 3 versions — LX with manual transmission at 499,000 baht, LX with automatic transmission at 549,000 baht and EX with automatic transmission at 619,000 baht. - Kia Grand Carnival: The 11-seater MPV from Korea comes with large dimension of 1,985 mm. in width and 5,130 mm in length. The 2.9-liter CRDi engine delivers 160 horsepower at 3,700 rpm and torque 343.2 nm at 2,000-3,000 rpm through 5-speed H-Matic transmission. It also features ABS and ESP for greater handling and control. - Kia Carens V Estate: It features 2.0-liter CRDi engine that delivers 112 horsepower at 4,000 rpm and torque 25 kg/m at 2,000 rpm. The compact MPV also comes with 4-speed automatic transmission. - Kia Carnival: The luxury full-size 7-seater MPV comes with 2.4-liter DOHC V6 engine that produces 163 horsepower and 208 nm torque. It is mated with 4-speed automatic transmission. - Kia Sorento: Genuine SUV with full-time 4 wheel drive “torque on demand” for smooth ride and capable off-road handling at a touch of the button. Engine choices include 3.5-liter V6 197 horsepower engine and 2.5 CRDi 140 horsepower engine. It also comes with EBD and ABS for enhanced safety. Peugeot - Peugeot 207: For compact sports hatchback lovers in 3 different models using small but powerful 1.6-liter engine co-developed by PSA Group and BMW Group delivering 120 horsepower maximum output at 160 nm torque. Peugeot 207 is available as 207 CC open-top cabriolet, 207 Sport 3-door and 207 5-door. Each of the models also comes with 4-speed Porsche Tiptronic automatic transmission. - Peugeot 807: The 8-seater luxury people carrier offers both comfort and elegance no other MPV can compare with a true styling and powerful HDI diesel engine for performance and fuel economy. It also features excellent safety standards according to Peugeot’s highest manufacturing benchmark.Skoda - Skoda Superb TDI comes with 1.9-liter engine using the TDI technology to deliver maximum output of 130 horsepower at 4000 rpm and 285 nm torque at 1750 rpm. The car offers luxurious comfort and styling with performance and excellent fuel economy. - Skoda Octavia TDI 5-door and station wagon are the perfect choice of modern families with 1.9-liter TDI engine delivering output of 105 horsepower at 4000 rpm and torque of 250 nm at 1900 rpm for great fuel consumption.Volkswagen - Volkswagen The New Caravelle Businessline: It takes the meaning of luxury to a new height with comfort and convenience of a perfectly decorated luxury office on wheels for modern businessmen no other 11-seater vehicle can compare. It comes with various comfort and entertainment equipment including new stereo system, 19-inch wide screen LCD, double glassing partition for utmost privacy and parking sensor. - Volkswagen The New Caravelle Highline: Supreme comfort and convenience no other can compare with a latest entertainment interface for all digital devices for utmost personal pleasure. It features 19-inch LCD screen, DVD player, surround sound system, parking sensor with parking camera and separate LCD screen, leather seats, all-round air-conditioning system, safety body structure and dark wall-nut interior combination. - Volkswagen The New Caravelle Prestige: Ultimate luxury in 11-seater form with highest individual space and complete entertainment package including a stereo system, 19-inch LCD screen and DVD player. Other features include parking sensor, leather seats, all-round air-conditioning system and safety body structure. All versions are available with 2 engine choices 2.5TDI turbo diesel 174 horsepower/400 nm torque and 3.2-liter V6 benzene 235 horsepower/315 nm torque mated with 6-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic mode. The New Caravelle is equipped with 2 electric sliding doors, safety rails and safety VIP seats certified according to the European Union (EU) EDE Regulation 14.4 imposed on countries within the EU. For more information please contact: Saritporn Sakolrak 02-938-6905 Nawata Chantarawong 02-611-6888 ext. 5043 Arunee Paochinda 02-266-7777 ext. 444 Wasana Suntornkomol 02-611-8888 ext. 5040 Saowanee Lamailiksith 02-938-6077 ext. 493