Dealerships representing Omoda, the latest Chinese carmaker to enter the UK, have opened order books for the petrol Omoda 5 SUV and the full electric C5, with first deliveries expected in September.
Omoda has recruited a network of 64 franchised dealers which are ready to start selling and servicing the car. It is targeting 100 by the end of the year and 150 by the end of 2025.
Speaking at Company Car In Action, national fleet sales manager Chris Clayton told Fleet News and AM group editor Stephen Briers he was also working on agreements with leasing companies and Motability ready for the summertime start.
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As editor of AM since 2016, Tim is responsible for its media content, planning and production across AM's multiple channels, including the website, digital reports, webinars, social media and the editorial content of AM's events, Automotive Management Live and the AM Awards. His focus is on interviewing senior leaders of franchised dealer groups and motor manufacturer national sales companies to examine latest developments in UK motor retail.
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