Thursday, August 20, 2009

Volkswagen expands dealer base in New Delhi


Reiterates commitment in the region by inaugurating Volkswagen Delhi West

New Delhi, August 19 2009 – Volkswagen India today inaugurated Volkswagen West Delhi, its third authorised dealership in Delhi and NCR region. The showroom was inaugurated by Mr. Neeraj Garg, Member of the Board & Director, Volkswagen Passenger Cars.

Volkswagen Delhi West showroom has a sprawling area of 6000 sq. ft. and is located at Main Najafgarh Road near Moti Nagar. The showroom offers premium buying experience to its customers, at par with Volkswagen’s global standards of sales and services. Additionally, Volkswagen Delhi West has set up a 15900 sq ft. state-of-the-art service facility well-equipped with tools and equipment capable of servicing 18 cars per day near the showroom. The facility is operational from today.

Commenting on the occasion of the inauguration of the company’s third dealership in Delhi & NCR region, Mr. Neeraj Garg, Member of the Board & Director, Volkswagen Passenger Cars said “I welcome Volkswagen Delhi West to the Volkswagen family. This indeed is a proud moment for us as our family continues to grow in India. I am confident that with the support of our new and existing channel partners’ we will be able to repeat our global success in India too.”  

Mr. Kirti Singhania, Dealer Principal, Volkswagen Delhi West added, “We thank Volkswagen India for showing trust and confidence in us. We assure every Volkswagen customer an experience that is at par with Volkswagen’s global standards.

As with every Volkswagen dealership, Volkswagen Delhi West has been provided intense training in management of sales, service, spare parts and business systems ensuring that customers receive the best-in-class pre and post sales ownership experience. 

The expansion is in line with Volkswagen India’s strategy to establish its presence across India to not only expand its base of Passat and Jetta owners but also drive in its first hatchback-the Polo to a wider consumer base. 

In 2008 Volkswagen India sold 1566 vehicles and in the year 2009 the company has sold 1552 vehicles (as of July 2009). The company aims to sell in excess of 3000 vehicles by the end of this calendar year. 

About Volkswagen: 

Volkswagen is the biggest brand within the Volkswagen Group and also the largest carmaker in Europe. The brand sells its broad model range from the Fox to the Phaeton in more than 150 countries worldwide. Volkswagen currently offers the Passat and the Jetta in the Indian market. Also available is the Touareg as a direct import. 

 






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