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Media release 05.30 EST June 15, 2021 — McLaren Automotive and Castore unveil summer collection

. Second collection from the collaboration between the British luxury supercar manufacturer and premium British sportswear brand . New collection of technical suited to performance amid the rigors of everyday life . Available to purchase now in Castore stores and online at www.castore.com

Pioneering luxury supercar company McLaren Automotive today unveils its summer capsule collection with British premium sportswear brand Castore.

Following a successful autumn/winter collection in 2020, the collaboration between the two performance brands introduces a new line of technical clothing suited to performance amid the rigors of everyday life.

Inspired by the design and engineering of McLaren Automotive supercars, the new summer 2021 collection uses lightweight, technically superior performance fabrics and manufacturing techniques to create a range that feels as luxurious to wear as a McLaren does to drive - while providing exceptional performance characteristics for the wearer.

Every piece in the collection has been precisely engineered using quality, high-stretch fabrics for a full range of motion, with a sharp, automotive-inspired cut that adapts to any occasion.

Like McLaren’s supercars, every last detail has been thoughtfully considered and executed in the creation of the collaborative performance collection.

Hero pieces from the new summer line include the McLaren Performance Jacket. Inspired by McLaren lightweighting technologies, the jacket is light and water resistant. It is constructed from a breathable, high- stretch performance fabric with a matte bonded finish and trim cut to create a sleek silhouette and provide optimum comfort.

The McLaren Performance ¼ zip is crafted from a four-way stretch fabric for maximum mobility with a tailored neck and shoulders and slim athletic cut for a sharp, supercar inspired silhouette. The performance fabric is water resistant, insulating, thermoregulating and UV protecting. A brushed interior delivers comfort and warmth.

Similar to McLaren aerodynamic design, the Superlight Vest and t-shirt optimally controls airflow to maintain maximum performance. Made from a high-stretch aerated mesh, both garments have laser-cut eyelets to enhance ventilation and breathability.

The design philosophy of ‘everything for a reason’ is key in all McLaren supercars and is something that translates into all of the summer 2021 collection pieces.

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The McLaren Performance shorts are high-stretch and cut with side seam splits to eliminate any possible restriction of movement. They include a haptic elasticated waistband and hidden drawcords for a precise fit and concealed-zip side pockets for added convenience.

The McLaren Performance Trouser uses bonding technology to remove any risk of chafing, utilizing a high- stretch fabric for maximum ease of movement and comfort in the driving seat. The back-yoke panel ensures a tailored fit, with precise adjustment from the hidden drawcord. Subtle zipped side pockets keep those keys safe.

Finally, a bestseller in its own right, the Castore Garcia hoodie has been modified by the McLaren Automotive design team to produce the ultimate McLaren Performance Hoody. The finest elements of the original garment have been tweaked and updated to create a waterproof, windproof, lightweight piece that delivers comfort and performance.

This is the second collection released by Castore in collaboration with McLaren Automotive and follows the recent announcement that from next year Castore will be producing the team kit for the McLaren Racing Formula 1 team.

‘’We are proud to continue the collaboration between McLaren Automotive and Castore into this summer collection of performance sportswear. The result is a capsule collection that embodies our mutual dedication to exploring the right materials and technology to be built into designs which enable performance in the wearer. Working closely with Castore has together enabled us to create pieces we know our customers and fans will enjoy.’’ Gareth Dunsmore, Chief Marketing Officer, McLaren Automotive

“It’s hard not to be inspired when you at a McLaren supercar - they are the very epitome of performance engineering. We have created a collection that does for performance clothing what McLaren has done for supercars and with their considerable input and insight around materials and engineering in performance, we think we’ve pulled it off.” Tom Beahon, Founder, Castore

The collection is available to purchase now in Castore stores and online at www.castore.com. ______Ends

Notes to editors: A selection of high resolution images accompanying this release is available to download from the McLaren Automotive media site – cars.mclaren.press

About McLaren Automotive: McLaren Automotive is a creator of luxury, high-performance supercars. Every vehicle is hand-assembled at the McLaren Production Centre (MPC) in Woking, Surrey, England.

Launched in 2010, the company is now the largest part of the McLaren Group.

The company’s product portfolio of GT, supercar, Motorsport and Ultimate models are retailed through over 85 retailers in 40 markets around the world.

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McLaren is a pioneer that continuously pushes the boundaries. In 1981, it introduced lightweight and strong carbon fibre chassis into Formula 1 with the McLaren MP4/1.

Then in 1993 it designed and built the McLaren F1 road car - the company has not built a car without a carbon fibre chassis since. As part of the Ultimate Series, McLaren was the first to deliver a hybrid hypercar, the McLaren P1™. In 2016, it announced a new hybrid hyper-GT would be engineering, confirming this next Ultimate Series car as the Speedtail in 2018.

2019 saw McLaren launch the 600LT Spider, the new GT and the track-only McLaren Senna GTR. It also unveiled the 620R and McLaren Elva before launching the 765LT the following year.

Most recently, the company unveiled its all-new high-performance hybrid supercar, the McLaren Artura.

The Artura is the first McLaren to benefit from the McLaren Carbon Lightweight Architecture (MCLA). The MCLA is designed, developed and manufactured at the McLaren Composites Technology Centre in the Sheffield region of England using world- first process and will spearhead the brand’s electrified future.

McLaren Automotive also chooses to partner with like-minded world-leading companies and organisations who push the boundaries in their respective fields. These include AkzoNobel, Ashurst, Dell Technologies, Gulf, Pirelli, Richard Mille and Tumi.

McLaren Group: The McLaren Group is a global leader in luxury automotive and technology and comprises three businesses: Automotive, Racing and Applied.

About Castore: Castore exists for one single reason – to make athletes better. Our ethos is built upon the philosophy of BETTER NEVER STOPS, an ideal deeply infused in our DNA and something we strive to live every single day.

We utilise advanced engineering and unique technical fabrics to create the highest quality sportswear in the world, for athletes who demand the very best. Designed with a passion for innovation with specialist features to help to optimise athletic performance in all conditions.

Further information:

Roger Ormisher Vice President, Communications & PR | McLaren Automotive, The Americas Phone: +1 714 501 8137 Email: [email protected]

Laura Conrad Public Relations Manager | McLaren Automotive, The Americas Phone: +1(765)517-2186 Email: [email protected]

Lauren Dowdy Press Officer– North America | McLaren Automotive, The Americas Phone: +44 (0) 1483 241453 Mobile: +44 (0) 7818 537845 Email: [email protected]

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