Dorel Juvenile Group Brings Color Explosion to ABC Kids Expo With New Releases From Quinny® and Maxi-Cosi®

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Sept. 23, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Dorel Juvenile Group (DJG), a division of Dorel Industries Inc. (TSX: DII.B, DII.A) and the nation's largest juvenile products manufacturer, today announces its Quinny® and Maxi-Cosi® brands have debuted a complete collection of strollers and car seats in a full spectrum of bold patterns and hues, providing moms with style-conscious variety to fit their lifestyle.  The new collections, including the limited edition Quinny® Q Design Strollers, were revealed at the ABC Kids Expo (September 23-26, 2011) in Louisville, KY.

Quinny®

Inspired by the "urban nomadic" lifestyle, the limited edition Quinny® Q Design Collection embodies the tone of today's major cities – blending elements of fashion, art, architecture and design from cultures spanning the Globe.  Only available in limited quantities, the Quinny® Q Design Collection includes two tailored offerings, both featuring the vibrant, geometric pattern that combines color, design and urban culture into one.

Q Design Zapp™ Xtra Stroller in Vivid Colors: With the seat and sun canopy adorned in the Q Design fashion, this Zapp™ Xtra Stroller is a can't-miss accessory for moms and a stylish ride for baby.  The Quinny® Zapp™ Xtra features a lightweight design, reversible seat, compact fold and one-hand recline.  

Q Design Buzz™ Stroller in Curious Colors:  For a more understated option, the Q Design Buzz™ comes in sleek black with pops of the Q Design fashion on the sun canopy and harness.  The Quinny® Buzz™ is a full-featured stroller with an automatic, hydraulic unfolding system, reversible seat and maneuverable front swivel wheel.

Maxi-Cosi®

The Maxi-Cosi® brand has also announced a focus on color for 2012, unveiling a full collection of its Maxi-Cosi Mico® Infant Car Seat in 10 bold colors.  From Blue Sky to Leopard Pink, the new Mico® Collection features a full color palette to fit any mom's style.  The lightest weight infant carrier on the market today, the Maxi-Cosi Mico® is designed to fit mom's busy lifestyle with its lightweight structure and variety of color options.

Design Innovation

Along with color and variety, the Quinny® and Maxi-Cosi® brands have announced industry-leading innovation at the ABC Kids Expo.  The new Maxi-Cosi® Pria 70 Air Convertible Car Seat changes the face of car seats with the introduction of the TinyFit™ System.  TinyFit™ is a removable insert that provides a better fit for both small babies and small cars - accommodating children from four to 70 pounds.  The Pria 70 Air is also equipped with cutting-edge safety features including Air Protect® Side Impact Technology and the FlexTech™ Energy Management System.  

Known for its modern stroller designs, the Quinny® brand introduces a new take on traveling with baby with the Quinny® Moodd Stroller.  The sleek design features a black or white frame with a pre-formed cushion seat available in seven bold colors.  The new folding system folds directly from the parent handle, unfolding automatically for easy transport and storage.  In addition, one-handed seat recline offers three forward and two rearward positions for ultimate comfort for baby.

"We know moms need gear that fit their current lifestyle and personal style when it comes to baby," said Daniel Pennacchio, General Manager of International Brands for Dorel Juvenile Group.  "Our new collection delivers on variety, style and head-turning design, providing moms with top-of-the-line products that make a statement."

For more information on Dorel Juvenile Group's international brands, including Quinny®, Maxi-Cosi®, Hoppop® and Baby Art, visit booth #409 at the ABC Kids Expo in Louisville, KY or go to www.quinny.com and www.maxi-cosi.com.  

About Dorel Industries Inc.  Dorel Industries Inc. (TSX: DII.B, DII.A) is a world class juvenile products and bicycle company.  Established in 1962, Dorel creates style and excitement in equal measure to safety, quality and value. The Company's lifestyle leadership position is pronounced in both its Juvenile and Bicycle categories with an array of trend-setting products.  Dorel's powerfully branded products include Safety 1st, Quinny, Cosco, Maxi-Cosi and Bebe Confort in Juvenile, as well as Cannondale, Schwinn, GT, Mongoose, IronHorse and SUGOI in Recreational/Leisure.  Dorel's Home Furnishings segment markets a wide assortment of furniture products, both domestically produced and imported.   Dorel is a US$2.3 billion company with 4700 employees, facilities in nineteen countries, and sales worldwide.  

SOURCE Dorel Juvenile Group