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Garia launches two new models
We are excited to introduce to you our two new models: the Garia Roadster and the limited edition roadster, the Garia Mansory Currus

Discover our limited edition roadster at the Geneva Motor Show
A limited edition of the new Garia Roadster called Garia Mansory Currus will be launched at the 83th International Geneva Motor Show, March 7-17 2013. See the Garia Mansory Currus in booth 6250.

The limited edition roadster is designed in close collaboration with Mansory, the car customizer famous for customizing luxury super cars such as Bentley, Bugatti, and Ferrari.

The Garia Mansory Currus, of which only 7 will be manufactured and available for sale, comes with signature Mansory luxury features such as dashboard in genuine leather, custom seat, and carbon fiber rear body and many other details.

For a genuine race car feel, it also comes with an adjustable setting for maximum motor braking and battery regeneration while driving as well as a speed switch with different driving modes called Golf, Street and Race, which adjust top speed and acceleration parameters. These settings are unique to Garia Mansory Currus and not available on any other golf cars currently on the market.

It is fitted with lithium batteries for an extended range of up to 60 km / 37 miles, and a speed package for increased speed of up to 60 km/h / 37 mph*. The Garia Mansory Currus is street legal in Europe.

Find out more: www.garia.com/gariamansorycurrus

See our new model: the Garia Roadster
The Garia Roadster is a roadster version of the Garia. It is a visually athletic car with strong performance and swift handling, perfect for a day at the marina, on the estate, or in your local area.

“The Garia Roadster is really the closest you get to a golf car version of your favorite luxury sports car. We were inspired by the sense of freedom and joy you get from riding a sports car and we wanted to translate that experience to the golf car”, says Mr. Anders Lynge, Designer and Creative Director of Garia.

The Garia Roadster is available as street legal in Europe and as non-street legal in the U.S.

Find out more: www.garia.com/thegariaroadster

About the Garia
The Garia is the world’s first and only luxury golf and leisure car. Inspired by cars, it combines the convenience of a golf and leisure car with the experience of exquisite luxury. It is available in street legal, non-street legal, and four-person models.

Contact:
Press and hi-res images: press@garia.com

Sales inquiries: sales@garia.com

*The speed package is currently not available in the U.S.

New supercar inspired accessories for ultimate personalization
Garia and Mansory, who is world-famous for customizing cars such as Bentley, Bugatti and Ferrari, have now launched the exclusive Garia Mansory Accessory Program. 

With unlimited combinations of accessories, you can virtually create the golf car of your dreams. The beautifully crafted accessories include genuine carbon fiber accents, teak tree floor, and dashboard and seats in waterproof custom-colored leather. 

First and only one of its kind
The Garia Mansory Accessory Program is the first and only one of its kind. All parts are hand-crafted to the highest automotive quality and unrivalled by any golf and leisure car. 

 “Many of our customers want to stand out from the rest and truly appreciate products that allow them to express their personality and individuality. With our new luxury accessories, we can meet that need by offering a golf and leisure car that is fully customizable according to the clients’ taste – in a quality that matches their supercar,” says Mr. Anders Lynge, Designer and Creative Director of Garia.

Order your dream car today
The Garia Mansory Accessory Program is available for new and existing Garia customers and for all Garia models, incl. street legal and four-person models. Prices range from €250 / $333 + VAT for custom-painted parts to €5.950 / $7.925 + VAT for a clear-coated carbon fiber Mansory front end with unique headlamps.

Visit www.garia.com/mansorycustomization or www.garia.com/finddealer

Contact sales@garia.com for more information

Give this year's best present
For that special someone in your life, you really want to find the right gift. Something refined, unique and just perfect. With the Garia Luxury Golf and Leisure Car, you will not fail to exceed any expectations. No other golf car offers the same level of comfort, convenience and luxury.

Great gifts do not always fit under the tree
The Garia looks different because it is different. Its award-winning design is beautiful and thoughtful, with great features such as hand-stitched seats, built-in refrigerator and a super-car inspired steering wheel.

For the most exclusive gift this holiday season, treat your special someone to a unique luxury experience. Without doubt, the Garia is the most desirable transportation in and around your local area, built to communicate distinguished taste and style.

A completely personalized gift
Our special edition Garia, the Garia Mansory Edition, created in close collaboration with the world-famous customizer of supercars such as Rolls-Royce, Ferrari and Bentley, can be personalized with unique features such as fully customized cabin, alcantara headliner or a carbon fiber dashboard.

All other Garia models (street legal, non-street legal, 4-seater) can be customized with a wide selection of different options and upgrades. More than 700 combinations are available so you can be sure to find something that suits your loved one's needs and taste.

See also:
Design your Garia
Explore all Garia models
Garia Mansory Edition
Schedule test drive

Let the garia complete your favorite festivity of the year
It is Halloween again, and that means it is time for fun, festivity and being with your loved ones.

This year, take the opportunity to treat yourself and your family to an even more fun and exciting ride around the neighborhood or community in a Garia luxury golf and leisure car.

The Garia exceeds expectations
Taking luxury and quality to the next level, the Garia is unique in all ways imaginable. A complete re-design of the traditional golf and leisure car, it communicates exquisite style, discerning taste and an appreciation of high standards. 

All Garia models are built alongside Porsche vehicles at one of Europe's most renowned automotive factories, and they all come with a great selection of options and upgrades so that you can customize your Garia to match your needs and your taste.

See also:
Find the Garia that matches your needs: street legal or non-street legal
The Garia 2+2: the perfect leisure vehicle for friends and family
The Garia Mansory Edition: Ultimate luxury supercar customization

Garia as Hole-in-One Prize
For the third annual Michael Phelps Foundation Golf Classic on September 21-23, Garia sponsored a street legal Garia 2+2 as a Hole-in-One Prize. Among numerous other celebrities, Michael Phelps, one of the most accomplished athletes of all time, participated at the event. For more information, please visit www.michaelphelpsfoundation.org

Are you on Twitter, Facebook or other social media?
On www.garia.com, you will now find 'Share'-buttons for social media such as Facebook and Twitter, making it easy for you to share your favorite Garia vehicle with your friends or share our latest news. In the online configurator, you can also share your own Garia design.


Video of Garia as tour vehicle in Copenhagen
Copenhagen by Cart, a young Danish company organizing guided city tours in the street legal Garia Monaco, now has a great video of the Garia in the charming streets of Copenhagen. Watch video

Garia at the Moscow Motor Show and other events
This second half of 2012 has already been busy for Garia. In collaboration with Garia dealers, we have participated at several exciting events such as a Bentley product launch in Switzerland, various races in Portugal, U.K., and Belgium, the Salon Privé Concours d'Elegance in London, and the prestigious Moscow Motor Show.

Our Russian dealer, König Motor, has been particularly successful at presenting the Garia alongside their line-up of supercars at exclusive venues such as the Agalarov Golf and Country Club, Le Meriden Moscow Country Club, and the Grand Opening of the PGA National of Russia (see images below).

The Garia at Agalarov Golf and Country Club, Russia
The Garia at Le Meriden Country Club, Russia
The Garia at the PGA National of Russia


In the U.S., Garia recently participated in the exclusive Festivals of Speed in Miami. To stay up-to-date with all Garia events, please visit www.garia/events

Paula Creamer is now a Garia Ambassador
World-famous golfer Paula Creamer is now an ambassador for Garia luxury golf and leisure car. With the Garia’s unique combination of performance, quality and elegance it is a perfect match for the talented and inspiring Creamer.

"The Garia is amazing. I love it! It looks and feels great with some serious get up and go – what a beauty! It’s a fun ride and something that really works for me!” says Paula.

Find out more about this new partnership and the special Garia car customized for Paula: www.garia.com/paulacreamer

New collaboration: Experience Copenhagen in a Garia
Garia recently entered into an exciting new business relationship with Copenhagen by Cart, an ambitious Danish start-up company organizing city tours for cruiseship guests visiting Copenhagen.

"Driving an open car like the Garia through the streets of Copenhagen is really one of the best ways of experiencing the city. At Copenhagen by Cart, we chose the Garia because of its unique design, high quality and excellent driving capacities. The cars are a great success, and they are rented out all the time. We are very pleased with this collaboration", says Anders Juhl, Founder of Copenhagen by Cart.

To read more about this great idea and exciting project, visit www.bycart.dk/en

Great Garia exposure at American Celebrity Golf Tournament
From July 17-22, Garia participated in the American Century Celebrity Golf Championship at Lake Tahoe in collaboration with golf instructor Hank Haney.

This is the 23rd annual tournament, where 80 professional athletes and Hollywood celebrities compete for their share of a $600,000 purse and the coveted American Century Championship Cup.

Two Garia 2+2 were available as courtesy cars for the CEO of American Century Investments and his VIP guests.

For more information, please visit www.tahoecelebritygolf.com

The Garia 2+2 is now included in our configurator
Garia has launched a new, updated version of our online car configurator, which includes the latest model, the Garia 2+2 with seating capacity for four people.

With more than 576 different Garia combinations you can be sure to find one matching your style.

After completing your design, you can download and save it, or share it with your friends on social media. You can also place an order or schedule a test drive.

Design your own Garia today at www.garia.com/configurator


Garia featured in renowned magazines and media
Although Garia is a fairly new player on the scene of golf cars, it has been impressively well received by media all over the world, including some of the largest and most influential ones.

The exclusive luxury lifestyle magazine, Robb Report, has recently conducted an in-depth interview with Mr. Anders Lynge, designer of the Garia.
Read the interview in Robb Report: "Chariots for the course"

Another interview with our designer has been featured on a new high-end men's lifestyle show called TechToys 360, recently launched by Discovery Channel. It is a video interview with great shots and close-ups of the Garia.
Watch the video interview

As part of a feature on luxurious electric cars, CNBC.com, a world-leader in business and consumer news, chose to include the Garia.
Read the feature: "Most luxurious electric cars"

Garia appearance in Top Gear Live at Forum, Copenhagen
The Top Gear Live team has recently finished their run of 8 shows in Copenhagen, entertaining more than 34,000 visitors. The Garia appeared in every show and was chosen because of its Danish origins.

The TV show Top Gear, aired on BBC and featuring its popular hosts Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May and the legendary test driver known as ‘The Stig’, is now in its 18th season and has a global TV audience of over 350 million. Top Gear Live is a motoring theatre show inspired by the popular British TV-show Top Gear.

Top Gear Live took place at the venue ‘Forum’ in Copenhagen from March 29th – April 1st 2012

Finding the perfect gift
With its unique combination of performance, style and luxury, the Garia Golf & Leisure Car is simply the perfect gift for your special someone.

Inspired by cars and built from only the finest materials in the automotive industry, the Garia will make a lasting impression. No other golf or leisure car offers the same level of comfort, convenience and luxury. Its award-winning design is beautiful and thoughtful, with great features such as hand-stitched seats, built-in refrigerator and a super-car inspired steering wheel.

A popular model: the new Garia 2+2
One of the most popular models is the newly launched Garia 2+2 with a rear-facing seat for two extra passengers. With the Garia 2+2, you can take your friends and family for a ride in style. The rear seat of the Garia 2+2 is fitted with seat belts, a non-slip floor foot rest and a carpeted 15 U.S. gals./58 liter storage room under the seat. The Garia 2+2, along with all other Garia models, is available in street legal and non-street legal versions. The Garia is designed and developed in Denmark and built by highly skilled personnel at one of Europe’s best automotive factories with a track-record of manufacturing Porsche, Saab and the hybrid luxury vehicle, Fisker Karma.

The most desirable golf and leisure car
Without doubt, the Garia is the most desirable transportation in and around your local area, built to communicate your distinguished taste and style. For the most exclusive gift this holiday season, treat your special someone to a unique luxury experience.

For images, videos and more information, please visit www.garia.com

 For press information, please contact press@garia.com

Hank Haney chooses Garia as his golf car
Garia has entered into a relationship with world-famous golf instructor Hank Haney who will integrate the Garia golf car into his professional and personal life.

“The game of golf continues to witness technological advancements, from equipment to course design, and Garia has developed an innovative golf car that incorporates impressive performance and design with luxury features that are as great for use at the course as they are at home,” said Mr. Haney.

”We are truly excited about our new relationship with Hank Haney. Our car has been designed in cooperation with golf professionals, and the fact that Mr. Haney has chosen Garia as his official golf car partner is a testimony to its excellence in terms of quality, luxury and design,” says Garia Sales Director, Mr. Casey Moss.

Mr. Haney will utilize Garia vehicles at several of his renowned golf schools as well as at his private residence.

About Hank Haney
Hank Haney is widely regarded as one of the leading professional golf instructors in the world. Over the course of his distinguished career, he has instructed more than 200 touring professionals across the PGA, LPGA, Champions, European, Japanese, Australian and Asian Tours and his clients have won every major championship in professional, amateur and junior golf.

Mr. Haney, who has lead more than 40,000 golf lessons around the world, is host to one of the Golf Channel’s highest-rated original entertainment programs, “The Haney Project.”

For more information, visit www.hankhaney.com or follow along on Twitter @HankDHaney

Cutting-edge car design
Designed through a unique creative collaboration between Garia and Mansory, the world-famous customizer of supercars such as Rolls-Royce, Aston Martin and Bentley, the Garia Mansory Edition embodies the style and quality of its automobile lineage. With specially designed carbon fiber body panels and supercar inspired modifications on the exterior, this special edition of the Garia proudly conveys its creators’ values: craftsmanship, design and luxury.

Experience the Garia at booth A48 at Top Marques Macau
This special edition of the Garia will be showcased at the Top Marques Macau 2011, the first ever Asian version of the show which for the past eight years has taken place in Monaco.

 The Top Marques Macau has a test track where visitors can test drive the cars. Garia will also have cars available for test drives.

 The Top Marques Macau takes place from November 24-27 2011 at The Venetian Macau.

Watch the Garia Mansory Edition video and download our latest press images at 
www.garia.com/the-garia-mansory-edition  

For more information about Mansory and the Top Marques Macau, please visit:
www.mansory.com 

www.topmarquesmacau.com