In May 2006, Volkswagen reported excellent sales than in the corresponding period of last year 2005, with the number of Volkswagen vehicles delivered to customers worldwide during that time period increasing by 18.1 percent and despite global competition,. Since January 2006, Volkswagen sales have gone up by 15.4 percent in comparison to corresponding time periods in the previous year. These figures go to show the unique driving qualities that the Volkswagen brand offers. This unique driving experience is to be brought to the Jordanian community in July 2006 to enjoy first hand through Volkswagen’s sole agent, Nuqul Automotive.
Commenting on the positive results seen worldwide, and on the introduction of the Volkswagen brand to the Jordanian market Chief Executive Officer of Nuqul Automotive, Mr. Marwan Nuqul said,”It is our commitment to quality, style, and effectiveness on the road that has instilled in us the will to bring the Volkswagen brand to Jordan. The great impression that this car has made on global consumers is in fact evident in the impressive sales it has made across the world. We are a firm that believes in providing quality services for our clients.
Mr. Marwan Nuqul added: “Through the quality brands we introduce in to the Jordanian market I am sure that we at Nuqul automotive will be providing members of the Jordanian community with unique driving experiences, a redefinition of quality service, and brands that are synonymous with world wide success and recognition.
As of July 2006 the Jordanian community and car lovers in Jordan may enjoy the wide selection of Volkswagen vehicles we will be having on display in our showroom at 7th circle, for we at Nuqul automotive strive to keep our clients updated on the latest innovations available from Volkswagen.”
From his end, Andreas Prinz, Managing Director of Volkswagen Middle East commented, "This is an exceptionally positive result for us. Volkswagen is a powerful brand. We are harvesting the rewards of our model offensive. Due to our successful and attractive model initiative, we have good reason for facing the future, with great confidence and optimism."
“In all regions, we are experiencing gratifying growth as a result of our attractive model range. Last year’s model offensive is still having an effect. Nevertheless, markets continue to be dominated by severe pressure on prices and margins,” said Dr. Michael Kern, Member of the Board of Management of the Volkswagen Passenger Car brand responsible for sales and marketing.
“The marked rise in deliveries means that we have been able to boost our market shares in key European automobile markets,” added Kern. In May, Volkswagen delivered 141,000 vehicles to customers in Western Europe. This corresponds to a notable 15.9 percent rise over the figure for May 2005. Since the beginning of
the year, the number of deliveries has therefore risen 12 percent to 636,000 vehicles.
In China, car deliveries were up 18.3 percent to 50,000 units. Since the beginning of the year, Volkswagen has therefore achieved growth of 27.8 % to 254,000 cars. In the entire Asia-Pacific region including China, the number of deliveries rose 17.8 % to 57,000. With 290,000 vehicles sold since January, the rise in this region was 25.5 %.
Car sales in North America by May 2006 were up 18.3 % to 35,000, with a 35.6 % rise to 22,100 units in the USA. Total sales in the region since January reached 160,000 vehicles, up 7.2 % on the same period of 2005. In the USA, sales from January to May totaled 96,000 vehicles, up 23.6 percent on the same period of 2005, and figures were just as impressive for South America and South Africa as well.
Nuqul Automotive, established in 2006, are distributors and representatives of Porsche, Audi and Volkswagen brands in Jordan. Driven by the slogan "Service Redefined" Nuqul Automotive reflects the ability to provide customers with exceptional treatment along with a wide array of value-added products and services. Nuqul Automotive's wide array of offerings ranges from the customization of vehicles to the purchase and service financing loans. The Nuqul Automotive showroom at the 7th circle is the biggest in the Kingdom. The firm's service center located in the Al Bayader area is built with cutting edge equipment and skilled personnel to respond to the clients' servicing needs. Under the umbrella of Nuqul Group, Nuqul Automotive extends its devotion to customers through their loyalty to consumer satisfaction, commitment to the highest in quality and services and strict adherence to world class standards. Established in 1952 Nuqul Group brings together 28 regional and global companies, over 5,500 employees, and exports its products to over 45 countries worldwide.
