Formula 1's most exciting driver pairing today unveiled the Vodafone McLaren
Mercedes team's new MP4-25, which features another superior state-of-the-art
paint system developed by AkzoNobel Car Refinishes.

Launched at Vodafone's UK HQ in Newbury, the new MP4-25 - driven by reigning
champion Jenson Button and winner of the 2008 world driver's title, Lewis
Hamilton - has been finished with a sophisticated system of Sikkens products
which gives a high gloss effect and offers all-important weight savings.

"As official suppliers of paint solutions to the Vodafone McLaren Mercedes
Formula 1 team, we have been working closely with their technical experts to
deliver innovative products which meet the strict performance requirements,"
explained Jim Rees, Managing Director of AkzoNobel's Car Refinishes business.

"We have enhanced the unique, high performance system we developed for last
year's MP4-24 to create a superior, even more reflective, chrome-like color. The
fact that one less layer is now required during application also means
potentially vital weight savings can be achieved, while the paint process time
has been further reduced."

Added Martin Whitmarsh, Vodafone McLaren Mercedes Team Principal: "The new and
improved paint system looks spectacular and the chrome effect is particularly
impressive. Having to apply one less coat won't necessarily win us a race, but
will certainly contribute to improved performance and could help provide that
all-important competitive edge."

AkzoNobel Car Refinishes has an exclusive commercial agreement as the official
supplier of paint solutions to the Vodafone McLaren Mercedes Formula 1 team
which runs until 2011, when contract extension options will be evaluated. The
partnership involves technicians from both parties working together to develop
VOC compliant coatings innovations which will continue to offer striking visual
impact and world class performance.

Button and Hamilton will race the MP4-25 for the first time at the Gulf Air
Bahrain Grand Prix, which is being held on March 14.

To download high res imagery follow this link:
www.mclaren.com/mediaroom/2010-launch.php
<http://www.mclaren.com/mediaroom/2010-launch.php>.

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AkzoNobel is proud to be one of the world's leading industrial companies. Based
in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, we make and supply a wide range of paints,
coatings and specialty chemicals - 2008 revenue totaled EUR15.4 billion. In fact,
we are the largest global paints and coatings company. As a major producer of
specialty chemicals we supply industries worldwide with quality ingredients for
life's essentials. We think about the future, but act in the present. We're
passionate about introducing new ideas and developing sustainable answers for
our customers. That's why our 58,000 employees - who are based in more than 80
countries - are committed to excellence and delivering Tomorrow's Answers
Today(TM).

AkzoNobel Car Refinishes is one of the world's leading suppliers of paints and
services for the car repair, commercial vehicles and automotive plastics
markets. It sells coatings for car body refinishing, or recoating, to customers
including bodyshops, distributors, fleet owners, automotive suppliers and major
bus and truck producers. Brands include Sikkens®, Lesonal®, Dynacoat®, Wanda®,
and Sikkens Autocoat® BT. Operating in more than 60 countries, Car Refinishes
has specialists around the world who understand local markets and can serve
local needs. Its state-of-the-art customer services, color and technology
solutions include offering technical and logistical support and the delivery of
training programs. Internet: http://www.akzonobel.com/cr.
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AkzoNobel Car Refinishes
Contact: Marc Michelsen
Tel.: +31 6 22 94 71 38, E-mail: marc.michelsen@akzonobel.com





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