VIP Tours and Prevost: A Successful Union!
For Immediate Press Release

VIP Tours of Portland, Maine, adds one Prevost XLII motorcoach to its fleet

Sainte-Claire, Quebec, March 3, 2005 - When the time came to add a motorcoach to VIP Tours’ fleet, the choice was easy. The company decided to go with a model that customers ask for: the Prevost XLII.

“Customers love the windows. They really give you a great view of the scenery,” comments Ray Penfold, founder and general manager for VIP Tours and Charter. “Travelers also enjoy the comfortable ride” adds Mr. Penfold, who has a lot of positive things to say about Prevost.

“The Prevost people really know how to build motorcoaches. You can drive them in almost any weather conditions, all over North America, from Texas to Alaska. They are great vehicles that stand the test of time. With Prevost you know you will be taken care of. They look after every detail and always make sure your questions are answered in due time. If they cannot resolve an issue over the phone, they send someone to our office. Service does not get any better than this. That is why we now have a total of eight Prevost’s,” added Mr. Penfold.

Established in 1985, thus celebrating this year its 20th anniversary, VIP operates out of Portland, Maine and specializes in motorcoach tours and charters in the United States and Canada.  Whether for business or pleasure, VIP offers convenience, comfort and affordability for any size group.  Their diversified fleet of vehicles includes motorcoaches and mini-coaches with seating capacities ranging from 16 to 55. Wheelchair accessibility and passenger-friendly amenities such as video and DVD systems, galleys and hostess service are also part of the VIP offering.  The family run business has received several awards for reliable service, including the Robert J. McRell Safety Award. They are one of only four bus companies in North America to have received the prestigious award.

Prevost Car is a leading North American manufacturer of premium intercity touring coaches and the undisputed world leader in the production of coach shells for high-end motorhome and specialty conversion. Prevost Car is owned by Volvo Bus Corporation which gives it access to the financial strength, product development capabilities and quality manufacturing technology of the world’s second largest motorcoach and transit bus manufacturing group. Prevost Car has its major manufacturing facilities in Sainte-Claire, Quebec, Canada. Prevost Car also has six Service Centers and seven Parts Warehouses located strategically in Canada and the United States. In 2004, Prevost celebrated its 80th anniversary. www.prevostcar.com

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Source: Prevost Car Inc. / Elisabeth Chretien, Communications Manager