Mercedes-Benz Malaysia Commercial Vehicles Sales Up 5.5%
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia are thanking their lucky 3-pointed star for a bumper 2015 not just in its passenger vehicle segment but commercial vehicles as well.
Following their earlier announcement of their stellar passenger car sales results, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has revealed that their commercial vehicles unit sold a total of 2,623 vehicles in 2015 representing a 5.5% year-on-year increase.
To break it down, last year Mercedes-Benz Malaysia delivered 193 Mercedes-Benz trucks and 2,430 FUSO trucks (which they also produce), effectively increasing its market share in Malaysia in both European and Asian truck segments.
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia Commercial Vehicles, Vice President, Albert Yee said, “Amidst challenging market conditions, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia Commercial Vehicles has increased sales, market share, launched a new truck series, and simultaneously achieved significant milestones at our Pekan production plant. We concluded 2015 on a high note, securing several fleet deals with long-standing customers. Their belief in Mercedes-Benz Commercial Vehicles and FUSO Trucks are a testament to the hallmark quality and service that we deliver. Customers are at the heart of our business and as a producer of leading commercial vehicle brands, we aim to meet their need for quality vehicles.”
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia Commercial Vehicles also celebrated the production of its 25,000th unit in Malaysia in October 2015 at the Mercedes-Benz Malaysia production plant in Pekan, Pahang. The 25,000th unit was delivered to Landbridge Haulage Sdn Bhd the following month.
Also in October 2015, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia launched new variants of its FUSO – the FM and FN series, which feature an all-new cabin design and new engine with more safety features such as ABS.
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia currently has a nationwide network of 15 Mercedes-Benz Commercial Vehicle and 57 FUSO authorized outlets offering vehicles designed for a wide range of applications from short-distance to long-distance haulage, construction and rescue operations.
In conclusion, Yee said, “As a first-class product, Mercedes-Benz trucks represent reliability and cost-efficiency that comes with a service quality of comprehensive expertise. As we progress in 2016 and into the future, we look forward to maintaining our momentum and to continue growing our business in Malaysia to deliver to customers, Trucks you can trust.”
As part of its ‘Trucks you can trust‘ promise, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia offers commercial vehicle customers comprehensive after-sales support which includes various service packages. Mercedes-Benz Malaysia is also updating its 24-hour breakdown system that’s supported by its service centres.
