New Polaris Breeze™ Set to Roll into Dealerships this Fall
MEDINA, MN (Aug. 20, 2009) – Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) recently announced the release of its new low-emission, electric-powered neighborhood vehicle, the Polaris Breeze™. With more standard features than any other vehicle in its class, this unique, all-electric vehicle combines practicality with the fun and freedom that consumers have come to expect from Polaris. Starting at $7,499, the Breeze offers versatility and value unmatched by other vehicles. The Breeze will be available for test rides and purchase beginning in September 2009, at select Polaris Neighborhood Vehicle dealerships. The vehicles will appear throughout an expanded network of dealerships in spring 2010.
“The Breeze offers an easy, economical and fun way to get around,” said Marc Tullemans, Director of Polaris’ Neighborhood Vehicle business. “Polaris has always looked for new opportunities to reach consumers with innovative and exciting vehicles. With the Breeze, we’ve provided all of this packaged in a low-emission, all-electric vehicle with unmatched styling and versatility.”
Polaris products have earned the reputation of being innovative and well-built over the past 55 years, and the Breeze is no exception. With its entirely electric operating system, the Breeze is a fun and fuel-saving alternative to cars for drivers making numerous short trips around their master planned community. The exclusive MyChoice™ rear-seat-conversion system allows the Breeze to adapt to any situation. Providing up to 50-mile range of use between charges, the Breeze is always ready for the next adventure.
“Whether hitting the links, making a grocery run, heading to the pool or just cruising around the community, the Breeze provides a versatile solution for the whole family,” said Greg Thompson, Marketing Manager. “Environmentally and economically friendly, the Breeze delivers value unrivaled in the market today.”
Attractive features and multipurpose functionality makes the Breeze a class-leading vehicle. Its industry-first MyChoice rear-seat-conversion, which can be performed in just 60 seconds, allows consumers to use the vehicle as a golf cart, passenger vehicle for up to four, or cargo carrier. These conversions can be performed by anyone at anytime, making the Breeze as spontaneous as its owner. Designed for great riding comfort, the Breeze features an adjustable driver’s side backrest, contoured seating for all passengers and advanced suspension for the smoothest possible ride. The Breeze delivers on a variety of practical features as well, with retractable seat belts, plenty of on-board storage, adjustable hi-/lo-beam headlights and a spacious cab, allowing riders to easily get in and out with enough vertical space to provide ample head room for all passengers.
Built by a company with a name synonymous with redefining recreational vehicles, the Polaris Breeze promises to stand out from other neighborhood vehicles, packaging the hallmarks of Polaris innovation and style into an electric vehicle that’s smart, safe and fun for the whole family.
About Polaris
With annual 2008 sales of $1.9 billion, Polaris designs, engineers, manufactures and markets off-road vehicles (ORVs), including all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and the Polaris RANGER™, snowmobiles and Victory motorcycles for recreational and utility use.
Polaris is a recognized leader in the snowmobile industry, and one of the largest manufacturers of ORVs in the world. Victory motorcycles, established in 1998 and representing the first all-new American-made motorcycle from a major company in nearly 60 years are rapidly making impressive in-roads into the cruiser and touring motorcycle marketplace. Polaris also enhances the riding experience with a complete line of Pure Polaris apparel, accessories and parts, available at Polaris dealerships.
Polaris Industries Inc. trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “PII,” and the Company is included in the S&P Small-Cap 600 stock price index.
Information about the complete line of Polaris products, apparel and vehicle accessories, is available from authorized Polaris dealers or anytime from the Polaris homepage at www.polarisindustries.com.
