<p> PUMA LAUNCHES MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS SPRING SUMMER 2013 COLLECTION</p><p>Herzogenaurach, Germany (1st January 2013) – PUMA® introduces the new Spring Summer 2013 MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS apparel, footwear and accessories collection. The range is inspired by the prestige of the Mercedes-Benz brand and features lightweight fabrics, classic designs and subtle detailing.</p><p>The MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team will begin an exciting new chapter for the 2013 season, with Lewis Hamilton joining Nico Rosberg to form the team’s new driver line-up. Fans can look forward to a collection designed by PUMA in close collaboration with the Silver Arrows team. </p><p>Highlights from the new collection include:</p><p>MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS Hyper Driver</p><p>The MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS Hyper Driver is a new modern motorsport shoe designed in the unique MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS team colours. The shoe features a new alternative closure system and a performance inspired heel cushioning system. There’s no mistaking the influence of Formula One on this shoe, as printed on the outsole is the size of the on-track slick tyre of the MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS cars that will be driven by the team in 2013.</p><p>MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS Replica Backpack</p><p>The MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS Replica Backpack perfectly reflects the MERCEDES brand: distinctive, refined and timeless. It’s fully functional with a two-way zip opening into the main compartment, two elasticated mesh side pockets and an internal padded laptop compartment with a hook-and-loop-closure. The Replica Backpack has a padded and airmesh covered back panel, padded adjustable shoulder straps for comport and silver reflective details on the front for increased visibility. </p><p>MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS Statement Jacket</p><p>Fans can keep warm with the sleek and stylish with the MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS Statement Jacket. It will keep the chill out on those cold days, ensuring fans can support their team and watch them compete in comfort from the grandstands. It features a rib lining in the collar, the MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS logo on the right chest and the PUMA Cat logo on the left. </p><p>MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS Graphic Tee</p><p>The white MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS Graphic Tee features a team inspired graphic in the unique MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS colours, the MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS logo on the right chest and the Mercedes-Benz logo on the back collar. The PUMA MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS SS13 collection will be available in-stores worldwide and online at www.shop.puma.com from January 2013. To find out more about the PUMA MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS collection visit www.puma.com/motorsport.</p><p>###</p><p>Media Contacts:</p><p>Collette O’Neill, International PR, PUMA</p><p>+49 151 44877496 [email protected] </p><p>PUMA PUMA is one of the world’s leading Sportlifestyle companies that designs and develops footwear, apparel and accessories. It is committed to working in ways that contribute to the world by supporting Creativity, SAFE Sustainability and Peace, and by staying true to the principles of being Fair, Honest, Positive and Creative in decisions made and actions taken. PUMA starts in Sport and ends in Fashion. Its Sport Performance and Lifestyle labels include categories such as Football, Running, Motorsports, Golf and Sailing. Sport Fashion features collaborations with renowned designer labels such as Alexander McQueen and Mihara Yasuhiro. The PUMA Group owns the brands PUMA, Cobra Golf and Tretorn. The company, which was founded in 1948, distributes its products in more than 120 countries, employs about 11,000 people worldwide and has headquarters in Herzogenaurach/Germany, Boston, London and Hong Kong. For more information, please visit http://www.puma.com</p>