Porsche Holding is the largest automotive dealer group in Europe based on new car sales. In 2007, it sold 437,000 new cars and saw revenue increase 10.4% to €11.8 billion. Over half of Porsche Holding's 369 dealerships sell Volkswagen vehicles. The group is expanding its operations into Central and Eastern Europe.
Présentation pour les véhicules Volkswagen ainsi que la famille Volkswagen. Vous y trouverez de l'information sur l'entreprise en générale ainsi que les particuliaritées chez les véhicules Volkswagen.
Our firma is an official representative of Geringhoff, the whole stock was gathered from vehicles, produced by Claas, New Holland, Olimac Drago, John Deere, Fantini, Oros.
The raider and the behemoth - How Porsche almost took over VolkswagenCFO MAG
How Porsche almost took over Volkswagen. From raider to raided. How economic and legal conditions shape the operations of companies and even changes the course of thing.
European Union 2015 Study Tour Final Report Submission - Nuwan Ranasinghe 492...Nuwan Ranasinghe
The document is a report analyzing the histories of car manufacturing in Germany and Australia. It discusses the origins of the industries in both countries, with Germany tracing back to Karl Benz's invention of the Motorwagon in 1885. Australia's industry grew through foreign companies like Holden establishing factories. While Germany's industry became powerful producing luxury brands, Australia's is in decline as the last 3 manufacturers close by 2017. The report aims to compare how each country's unique history impacted industrial and economic development through automobile production.
The document discusses the automotive cluster in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). It notes that the GTA is home to major automakers like General Motors, Ford, and DaimlerChrysler, which operate six assembly plants in the region. More than 700 parts manufacturers support the automotive industry in the GTA. Together, GTA automotive companies employ around 50,000 workers, second only to Detroit, and produce over 1.1 million vehicles per year, making the GTA the second largest automotive cluster in North America. The document also briefly mentions trends like the increasing popularity of four-cylinder engines and news about individual automakers' new vehicle launches or production changes.
Our firma is an official representative of Geringhoff, the whole stock was gathered from vehicles, produced by Claas, New Holland, Olimac Drago, John Deere, Fantini, Oros.
The presentation explains the Volkswagen Emission scandal of 2015 in detail.
It also gives us the details of the after effects and the steps taken by Volkswagen to overturn the huge loss
Corporate brochure AAA Auto Group N.V (1)Martin Emes
The AAA AUTO Group is the largest dealer of used cars in Central Europe. It operates 34 auto centers across several countries. The company began in 1992 and has grown significantly through expanding its geographic reach and services offered. It sells over 60,000 used cars per year and employs over 3,000 people. AAA AUTO Group provides a range of vehicle sales and financing services to customers.
Présentation pour les véhicules Volkswagen ainsi que la famille Volkswagen. Vous y trouverez de l'information sur l'entreprise en générale ainsi que les particuliaritées chez les véhicules Volkswagen.
Our firma is an official representative of Geringhoff, the whole stock was gathered from vehicles, produced by Claas, New Holland, Olimac Drago, John Deere, Fantini, Oros.
The raider and the behemoth - How Porsche almost took over VolkswagenCFO MAG
How Porsche almost took over Volkswagen. From raider to raided. How economic and legal conditions shape the operations of companies and even changes the course of thing.
European Union 2015 Study Tour Final Report Submission - Nuwan Ranasinghe 492...Nuwan Ranasinghe
The document is a report analyzing the histories of car manufacturing in Germany and Australia. It discusses the origins of the industries in both countries, with Germany tracing back to Karl Benz's invention of the Motorwagon in 1885. Australia's industry grew through foreign companies like Holden establishing factories. While Germany's industry became powerful producing luxury brands, Australia's is in decline as the last 3 manufacturers close by 2017. The report aims to compare how each country's unique history impacted industrial and economic development through automobile production.
The document discusses the automotive cluster in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). It notes that the GTA is home to major automakers like General Motors, Ford, and DaimlerChrysler, which operate six assembly plants in the region. More than 700 parts manufacturers support the automotive industry in the GTA. Together, GTA automotive companies employ around 50,000 workers, second only to Detroit, and produce over 1.1 million vehicles per year, making the GTA the second largest automotive cluster in North America. The document also briefly mentions trends like the increasing popularity of four-cylinder engines and news about individual automakers' new vehicle launches or production changes.
Our firma is an official representative of Geringhoff, the whole stock was gathered from vehicles, produced by Claas, New Holland, Olimac Drago, John Deere, Fantini, Oros.
The presentation explains the Volkswagen Emission scandal of 2015 in detail.
It also gives us the details of the after effects and the steps taken by Volkswagen to overturn the huge loss
Corporate brochure AAA Auto Group N.V (1)Martin Emes
The AAA AUTO Group is the largest dealer of used cars in Central Europe. It operates 34 auto centers across several countries. The company began in 1992 and has grown significantly through expanding its geographic reach and services offered. It sells over 60,000 used cars per year and employs over 3,000 people. AAA AUTO Group provides a range of vehicle sales and financing services to customers.
Volkswagen Golf is the most sold car model in Europe. The overall European car market declined by 8% in 2012, with Germany being the largest car market. Volkswagen Group had the highest sales and market share, while Hyundai and Kia were the only brands to see sales growth. The economy car segment declined the most, whereas premium brands like Audi and BMW saw slight growth.
Robert Peugeot, head of design and quality control at Peugeot, called an unusual meeting of 800 engineers to address quality issues plaguing Peugeot's new models. Peugeot and CEO Jean-Martin Folz are implementing a plan to reduce defects by improving communication between designers, engineers, and suppliers. Their broader plan is to cut costs, update Peugeot's model lineup, and bring the average vehicle age down in order to reverse three years of stagnant sales and profits and compete with increasingly aggressive European and Asian automakers. Investors remain skeptical due to Peugeot's past quality issues and competition from automakers like Hyundai that are building new European factories.
All of the major car and truck introductions from the 2017 Geneva Motor Show as reviewed by AutoForecast Solutions. Over 70 new vehicles introduced by over 20 global manufacturers.
Audi set a new global sales record in 2016, delivering 1.871 million vehicles, a 3.8% increase over 2015. Strong demand for new models like the A4 and Q7 drove growth. In Europe, where political and economic uncertainties existed, Audi sales increased 7.6% to around 860,600 vehicles due to the popularity of the new A4. In the US, Audi was the only major premium brand to grow despite a slowing market, with sales up 4% to over 210,000 units.
This document provides information about Austria's automotive industry. It highlights Austria's central location in Europe which makes it an ideal business location between East and West. It also summarizes that Austria has a strong automotive and automotive supplier sector, ranking among the top five in the EU in labor productivity. It notes that 700 companies in the sector exploit this competitive advantage and that Austria is considered an important driving force for research and development in the European automotive industry.
Ferrari reported strong financial results for Q3 2017, with record shipments, revenues, earnings, and margins. Net revenues grew 6.7% to €836 million driven by a 3.4% increase in shipments to 2,046 units. Adjusted EBITDA was €266 million, resulting in a high margin of 31.8%. Adjusted net profit increased 24% to €141 million. Ferrari also lowered its net industrial debt and raised its full-year 2017 guidance. The company continues to perform well financially while expanding production capacity towards its goal of 10,000 units annually.
Volkswagen Group India has adopted three key strategies to grow its market share in India:
1. The "18plus" strategy aims to increase sales volume to over 10 million cars globally by focusing on emerging markets like India.
2. Each brand (Audi, Skoda, Volkswagen) targets different market segments with Skoda and Volkswagen focusing on mass market vehicles.
3. An aggressive marketing strategy is employed using various media and focused on improving brand awareness in India.
Automotive Intelligence for Professionals: The Spain AutoBook includes company profiles of OEM car makers, multinational and local automotive parts suppliers as well as organizations, media and exhibitions.
It also includes detailed statistics about Automotive sales, market share and OEM capacities.
The Spain AutoBook helps you to identify new customers in the Automotive industry and provides key contact information.
The Spain AutoBook helps you to identify new customers in the Automotive industry and provides key contact information.
Automotive Intelligence for Professionals: The Spain AutoBook includes company profiles of OEM car makers, multinational and local automotive parts suppliers as well as organizations, media and exhibitions.
It also includes detailed statistics about Automotive sales, market share and OEM capacities.
Volkswagen Group India represents three major brands - Volkswagen, Audi and Skoda in India. It has established production facilities and dealerships across India. As part of its '18plus' strategy, Volkswagen aims to increase sales volumes globally including in high-growth markets like India and China. In India specifically, Volkswagen plans to increase its market share from 1% currently to 10% in the next five years through aggressive pricing, advertising and expanding its product portfolio across brands and segments.
Brief Study On Volkswagen And Its Business Work Swaraj93Mane
It deals with "How Volkswagen Started their journey and are now having a world wide presence and deals with the strategies used to have global presence.
Volkswagen- Company, Competitors and ChangesRohan Monis
Volkswagen is a German automotive manufacturing company headquartered in Wolfsburg, Germany. It designs, manufactures, and distributes passenger and commercial vehicles, motorcycles, engines, and turbomachinery. In 2014, Volkswagen produced over 10 million vehicles and had over 572,000 employees worldwide, making it one of the largest automakers by sales. It has a multi-brand strategy, operating brands such as Audi, Bentley, Bugatti, Lamborghini, Porsche, SEAT, Škoda, and Volkswagen, and is divided into its Automotive and Financial Services divisions.
Audi is a luxury automobile manufacturer owned by Volkswagen Group. Founded in 1909, it merged with other companies in 1932 before Volkswagen acquired its shares after World War II. In 2014, Audi reported over €53 billion in revenue with over 74,000 employees. It manufactures luxury cars and super cars, and was the first to develop four-wheel drive and use LED headlights in cars. Audi owns Lamborghini and Ducati, and competes in higher market segments against BMW, Mercedes Benz, Ferrari, and Porsche. Key challenges include large manufacturing investments and marketing against competitors in Southeast Asian markets.
- Aston Martin reported losses in 2012 due to declining sales and rising expenses. Sales fell 9% to £460m while losses widened to £24.9m from £21m in 2011.
- A key challenge for Aston Martin is funding new vehicle programs to boost product momentum and sales. Short product cycles for models like the Virage contributed to the financial difficulties in 2011-2012.
- A new ownership structure and partnerships with Mercedes and new investors are intended to provide funding for investment in new models and technologies needed to better compete in the luxury car market.
The popularity of SUVs in Europe is challenging automakers to improve fuel efficiency to meet emissions regulations. SUVs now make up over a quarter of new vehicle registrations in Europe, with demand expected to continue growing. However, SUVs tend to be less fuel efficient than smaller cars. Automakers are developing more hybrid and electric SUVs, smaller and lighter SUVs, and improved gasoline engines to satisfy demand while still complying with tougher emissions rules. Meeting the new regulations after 2021 will require significant innovation from automakers across new technologies.
- General Motors (GM) is one of the world's largest vehicle manufacturers, founded in 1908 and headquartered in Detroit. It designs, builds, and markets cars and trucks worldwide under various brands like Chevrolet, Cadillac, GMC, and Opel.
- In India, GM entered through higher segments initially and gradually expanded its product portfolio to cater to all segments. It aimed to capture 10% of the Indian market by 2012.
- Globally, GM has operations in over 157 countries and employs around 205,000 people worldwide. It focuses on innovations in areas like electric vehicles, hybrids, and fuel cell technologies.
Volkswagen is a large German automaker established in 1937. It owns 9 major automotive brands and has production in 62 plants across 21 countries. Volkswagen pursues a strategy of leveraging its scale across brands and through R&D to take advantage of sector dynamics. It has expanded significantly in China through joint ventures and plans to continue its focus on emerging markets for future growth. Volkswagen has acquired brands like Skoda and SEAT to expand its geographic and product reach.
Volkswagen was founded in 1937 in Germany. It has grown to become the fourth largest automaker in the world. Volkswagen owns several luxury brands including Audi, Bentley, Lamborghini, and Porsche. In China, Volkswagen delivers over 3 million vehicles annually, making China its largest single market. Volkswagen faces strong competition from other major automakers such as Toyota, General Motors, Ford, Renault-Nissan, Hyundai, and Honda who collectively produce millions of vehicles each year.
Volkswagen Golf is the most sold car model in Europe. The overall European car market declined by 8% in 2012, with Germany being the largest car market. Volkswagen Group had the highest sales and market share, while Hyundai and Kia were the only brands to see sales growth. The economy car segment declined the most, whereas premium brands like Audi and BMW saw slight growth.
Robert Peugeot, head of design and quality control at Peugeot, called an unusual meeting of 800 engineers to address quality issues plaguing Peugeot's new models. Peugeot and CEO Jean-Martin Folz are implementing a plan to reduce defects by improving communication between designers, engineers, and suppliers. Their broader plan is to cut costs, update Peugeot's model lineup, and bring the average vehicle age down in order to reverse three years of stagnant sales and profits and compete with increasingly aggressive European and Asian automakers. Investors remain skeptical due to Peugeot's past quality issues and competition from automakers like Hyundai that are building new European factories.
All of the major car and truck introductions from the 2017 Geneva Motor Show as reviewed by AutoForecast Solutions. Over 70 new vehicles introduced by over 20 global manufacturers.
Audi set a new global sales record in 2016, delivering 1.871 million vehicles, a 3.8% increase over 2015. Strong demand for new models like the A4 and Q7 drove growth. In Europe, where political and economic uncertainties existed, Audi sales increased 7.6% to around 860,600 vehicles due to the popularity of the new A4. In the US, Audi was the only major premium brand to grow despite a slowing market, with sales up 4% to over 210,000 units.
This document provides information about Austria's automotive industry. It highlights Austria's central location in Europe which makes it an ideal business location between East and West. It also summarizes that Austria has a strong automotive and automotive supplier sector, ranking among the top five in the EU in labor productivity. It notes that 700 companies in the sector exploit this competitive advantage and that Austria is considered an important driving force for research and development in the European automotive industry.
Ferrari reported strong financial results for Q3 2017, with record shipments, revenues, earnings, and margins. Net revenues grew 6.7% to €836 million driven by a 3.4% increase in shipments to 2,046 units. Adjusted EBITDA was €266 million, resulting in a high margin of 31.8%. Adjusted net profit increased 24% to €141 million. Ferrari also lowered its net industrial debt and raised its full-year 2017 guidance. The company continues to perform well financially while expanding production capacity towards its goal of 10,000 units annually.
Volkswagen Group India has adopted three key strategies to grow its market share in India:
1. The "18plus" strategy aims to increase sales volume to over 10 million cars globally by focusing on emerging markets like India.
2. Each brand (Audi, Skoda, Volkswagen) targets different market segments with Skoda and Volkswagen focusing on mass market vehicles.
3. An aggressive marketing strategy is employed using various media and focused on improving brand awareness in India.
Automotive Intelligence for Professionals: The Spain AutoBook includes company profiles of OEM car makers, multinational and local automotive parts suppliers as well as organizations, media and exhibitions.
It also includes detailed statistics about Automotive sales, market share and OEM capacities.
The Spain AutoBook helps you to identify new customers in the Automotive industry and provides key contact information.
The Spain AutoBook helps you to identify new customers in the Automotive industry and provides key contact information.
Automotive Intelligence for Professionals: The Spain AutoBook includes company profiles of OEM car makers, multinational and local automotive parts suppliers as well as organizations, media and exhibitions.
It also includes detailed statistics about Automotive sales, market share and OEM capacities.
Volkswagen Group India represents three major brands - Volkswagen, Audi and Skoda in India. It has established production facilities and dealerships across India. As part of its '18plus' strategy, Volkswagen aims to increase sales volumes globally including in high-growth markets like India and China. In India specifically, Volkswagen plans to increase its market share from 1% currently to 10% in the next five years through aggressive pricing, advertising and expanding its product portfolio across brands and segments.
Brief Study On Volkswagen And Its Business Work Swaraj93Mane
It deals with "How Volkswagen Started their journey and are now having a world wide presence and deals with the strategies used to have global presence.
Volkswagen- Company, Competitors and ChangesRohan Monis
Volkswagen is a German automotive manufacturing company headquartered in Wolfsburg, Germany. It designs, manufactures, and distributes passenger and commercial vehicles, motorcycles, engines, and turbomachinery. In 2014, Volkswagen produced over 10 million vehicles and had over 572,000 employees worldwide, making it one of the largest automakers by sales. It has a multi-brand strategy, operating brands such as Audi, Bentley, Bugatti, Lamborghini, Porsche, SEAT, Škoda, and Volkswagen, and is divided into its Automotive and Financial Services divisions.
Audi is a luxury automobile manufacturer owned by Volkswagen Group. Founded in 1909, it merged with other companies in 1932 before Volkswagen acquired its shares after World War II. In 2014, Audi reported over €53 billion in revenue with over 74,000 employees. It manufactures luxury cars and super cars, and was the first to develop four-wheel drive and use LED headlights in cars. Audi owns Lamborghini and Ducati, and competes in higher market segments against BMW, Mercedes Benz, Ferrari, and Porsche. Key challenges include large manufacturing investments and marketing against competitors in Southeast Asian markets.
- Aston Martin reported losses in 2012 due to declining sales and rising expenses. Sales fell 9% to £460m while losses widened to £24.9m from £21m in 2011.
- A key challenge for Aston Martin is funding new vehicle programs to boost product momentum and sales. Short product cycles for models like the Virage contributed to the financial difficulties in 2011-2012.
- A new ownership structure and partnerships with Mercedes and new investors are intended to provide funding for investment in new models and technologies needed to better compete in the luxury car market.
The popularity of SUVs in Europe is challenging automakers to improve fuel efficiency to meet emissions regulations. SUVs now make up over a quarter of new vehicle registrations in Europe, with demand expected to continue growing. However, SUVs tend to be less fuel efficient than smaller cars. Automakers are developing more hybrid and electric SUVs, smaller and lighter SUVs, and improved gasoline engines to satisfy demand while still complying with tougher emissions rules. Meeting the new regulations after 2021 will require significant innovation from automakers across new technologies.
- General Motors (GM) is one of the world's largest vehicle manufacturers, founded in 1908 and headquartered in Detroit. It designs, builds, and markets cars and trucks worldwide under various brands like Chevrolet, Cadillac, GMC, and Opel.
- In India, GM entered through higher segments initially and gradually expanded its product portfolio to cater to all segments. It aimed to capture 10% of the Indian market by 2012.
- Globally, GM has operations in over 157 countries and employs around 205,000 people worldwide. It focuses on innovations in areas like electric vehicles, hybrids, and fuel cell technologies.
Volkswagen is a large German automaker established in 1937. It owns 9 major automotive brands and has production in 62 plants across 21 countries. Volkswagen pursues a strategy of leveraging its scale across brands and through R&D to take advantage of sector dynamics. It has expanded significantly in China through joint ventures and plans to continue its focus on emerging markets for future growth. Volkswagen has acquired brands like Skoda and SEAT to expand its geographic and product reach.
Volkswagen was founded in 1937 in Germany. It has grown to become the fourth largest automaker in the world. Volkswagen owns several luxury brands including Audi, Bentley, Lamborghini, and Porsche. In China, Volkswagen delivers over 3 million vehicles annually, making China its largest single market. Volkswagen faces strong competition from other major automakers such as Toyota, General Motors, Ford, Renault-Nissan, Hyundai, and Honda who collectively produce millions of vehicles each year.
1. Automotive News Europecrain2008 GUIDE TO
EUROPE’S BIGGEST DEALERS
Porsche Holding
2007 revenue: €11.8 billion
2007 new-car sales: 437,000
Brands: 22
Points of sale: 369
Website:www.porsche-holding.com
Source:Autobiz-Ernst&YoungGuidetoEuropeanDealerGroups
Porsche Holding boosted its
revenues by 10.4 percent in
2007. More than half of
Porsche Holding’s dealerships
sell VW cars. The group is con-
tinuing its expansion East. It
has 60 dealers in Central and
Eastern Europe and in April
2008 became VW’s importer
in Ukraine. Porsche Holding
plans to open its third Chinese
dealership in 2008.
1
Expanding in China
Rank Company Country Sales 2007 Sales 2006
(unit sales) (unit sales)
1. Porsche Holding Austria 437,000 416,100
2. UkrAVTO Ukraine 238,000 n/a
3. Emil Frey Switzerland 191,000** 186,150
4. Pendragon UK 186,000 174,500
5. Rolf Group Russia 154,900* 123,800
6. Pon Holding Netherlands 133,000* 121,500
7. Inchcape UK 132,700*** 132,700
8. D’Ieteren Belgium 120,800 112,900
9. Berge Spain 106,100 105,300
10. AAA Auto Czech Republic 79,900**** 61,900
11. Avtomir Russia 75,000 57,100
12. Arnold Clark UK 73,887* 67,000
13. Camden Motor UK 72,300*** 72,300
14. CFAO France 69,800 48,300
15. AMAG Switzerland 64,200 59,200
16. Louwnman Netherlands 63,800* 56,300
17. Atlant-M Russia 59,900 n/a
18. Autobinck Netherlands 59,300* 55,000
19. Kroymans Netherlands 57,600* 64,300
20. Salvador Ceatano Portugal 53,600 44,900
21. Lookers UK 48,500 44,500
22. Alcopa Belgium 48,000 46,900
23. Incom Avto Russia 47,000 n/a
24. AVAG Germany 45,000 44,000
25. Bilia Sweden 36,500 30,300
Sources: Autobiz-Ernst & Young Guide to European Dealer Groups, *Automotive News Europe
**Estimate ***2006 sales ****Mainly used-car sales
Emil Frey
2007 revenue: €4 billion
2007 new-car sales: 186,100*
Brands: 30
Points of sale: 117
*Estimate
Website:www.emilfrey.ch
Source:Autobiz-Ernst&YoungGuidetoEuropeanDealerGroups
Emil Frey is Germany’s third-
largest dealer group by rev-
enues after AVAG Holding
and Mahag. Frey owns
Stuttgard-based Schwaben-
garage, which is Europe’s
biggest Ford-brand dealer. In
2007, the group bought Pen-
dragon’s German Jaguar, Land
Rover and Aston Martin deal-
erships. Frey’s 2007 German
sales were €1.03 million.
3
Ford’s biggest dealer
Rolf Group
2007 revenue: €2.00 billion
2007 new-car sales: 154,900
Brands: 11
Points of sale: 12
*1st half 2007 only **estimate
Web site: www.rolfgroup.com
Source: Autobiz-Ernst & Young Guide to European Dealer Groups
Rolf Group is benefiting from
Russian car buyers’ increasing
demand for foreign cars in-
stead of Ladas. The group is
Russia’s largest importer and
retailer of foreign-made cars.
It is also the country’s biggest
seller of Ford, Hyundai and
Mitsubishi cars. Starting in
2012, Rolf will distribute
cars in Russia made by China’s
Geely Automobile.
5
Russia’s boom helps
Inchcape
2007 revenue: €7.7 billion
2007 new-car sales: 132,700
Brands: 20
Points of sale: 208
Website:www.inchcape.com
Sources:Autobiz-Ernst&YoungGuidetoEuropeanDealerGroups,
AutomotiveNewsEurope
Inchcape distributes and sells
new cars in 26 countries. The
group is selling non-core as-
sets in the UK to expand in
fast-growing emerging mar-
kets. The group has bought
dealerships in Russia, Latvia
and Lithuania. In its UK home
market, Inchcape has sold
Vauxhall and Bentley dealer-
ships to focus on a limited
number of premium brands.
7
Eastern expansion
Berge
2007 revenue: €2 billion
2007 new-car sales: 106,100
Brands: 23
Points of sale: 16
Source: Autobiz-Ernst & Young Guide to European Dealer Groups
www.grupoberge.net
Spain’s Berge Automocion
aims to double its new-car
sales to 200,00 units by
2011. It expects sales of Chi-
nese cars to help it meet the
target. Berge already sells cars
from China’s Chery Automo-
bile in Chile. Berge is expand-
ing in Latin American mar-
kets. Berge also distributes
vehicles from Korea’s SsangY-
ong brand in Poland.
9
Counting on China
UkrAVTO
2007 revenue: €395 million*
2007 new-car sales: 238,000
Brands: 14
Points of sale: 660
*October2006toSeptember2007 Website:www.ukrauto.ua
Source:Autobiz-Ernst&YoungGuidetoEuropeanDealerGroups
UkrAVTO is Ukraine’s biggest
car distributor and retailer as
well as the country’s largest
carmaker. Nearly half of all
new cars sold in Ukraine are
bought from UkAVTO’s 660
dealers. The company sells
European, Japanese, Russian
and US brands, and cars from
China’s Chery Automobile. Its
sales are expected to grow to
413,900 units in 2009.
2
Big in Ukraine
Pendragon
2007 revenue: €6.43 billion
2007 new-car sales: 186,000
Brands: 29
Points of sale: 366
Website:www.pendragonplc.com
Sources:Autobiz-Ernst&YoungGuidetoEuropeanDealerGroups,
AutomotiveNewsEurope
After its 2007 pre-tax profit
fell 52 percent to £46.5 mil-
lion (€58.5 million), Pendrag-
on will close more smaller sales
outlets in 2008. The group
will focus on used-car sales be-
cause it says new-car sales are
less profitable due to falling
sticker prices. Pendragon owns
the Stratstone premium car
dealer group and Evans Hal-
shaw volume brand dealers.
4
Plummeting profits
Pon Holding
2007 revenue: €3.35 billion*
2007 new-car sales: 133,000
Brands: 5
Points of sale: 30
*Estimateincludesnon-carretailactivities
Website:www.pon.nl
Sources:Autobiz-Ernst&YoungGuidetoEuropeanDealerGroups,
AutomotiveNewsEurope
Pon Holding makes most of
its money from the exclusive
distribution of Volkswagen,
Audi, Seat, Skoda and
Porsche cars in the Nether-
lands and VW and Audi cars
in Poland. It was founded in
1931 by Dutch entrepreneur
Ben Pon. The group is still
owned by the Pon family,
who have close ties to the
Porsche-Piëch auto dynasty.
6
VW’s Dutch delight
D’Ieteren
2007 revenue: €2.6 billion
2007 new-car sales: 120,800
Brands: 7
Points of sale: 18
Website:www.dieteren.com
Source:Autobiz-Ernst&YoungGuidetoEuropeanDealerGroups
D’Ieterenaimstotakeitsshare
ofBelgium’s525,000-unit
new-carmarkettomorethan
20percentin2008from19.97
percentlastyear.Thedealer
groupsellsonlyVolkswagen
groupbrands.VWbrandisthe
best-sellingbrandinBelgium.
Risingsalesof Skoda,Seatand
Audicarshelpedthegroup
boostitsnew-carsalestoa
record120,774unitslastyear.
8
Help from Audi and Skoda
AAA Auto
2007 revenue: €470 million
2007 new-car sales: 79,900
Brands: 2
Points of sale: 45
Website: www.aaaauto.cz
Source: Autobiz-Ernst & Young Guide to European Dealer Groups
AAA Auto will focus on
restoring profitability in 2008
after turning a €7 million
profit in 2006 into a €4.7 mil-
lion loss last year. The group
said its strong expansion out-
side its Czech home market
was the main reason for the
loss. The group will focus on
used-car sales and is delaying
its planned 2008 launch of
new-car sales in Russia.
10
Russian expansion delayed
Top 25 ranked by new-car sales
Rank Company Country 2007 2006
(€ in billions) (€ in billions)
1. Porsche Holding Austria 11.80 10.70
2. Inchcape UK 7.69 6.15
3. Pendragon UK 6.43 6.24
4. Emil Frey Switzerland 4.00 2.33
5. Pon Holding* Netherlands 3.35 3.20
6. Sytner Group (Penske)* UK 2.98 2.15
7. D’Ieteren Belgium 2.64 2.48
8. AMAG Switzerland 2.60 2.20
9. CFAO France 2.53 2.22
10. Arnold Clark* UK 2.38 2.63
11. Lookers* UK 2.00 1.75
12. Kroymans* Netherlands 2,08 1.98
13. Berge Spain 2.00 1.70
14. Moller Norway 1.83 1.45
15. Hayot (GBH) France 1.80 1.55
16. Bilia Sweden 1.64 1.51
17. Salvador Caetano Portugal 1.61 n/a
18. Camden Motor UK 1.47 1.70
19. Louwnman* Netherlands 1.55 1.40
20. Alcopa* Belgium 1.30 0.94
21. Atlant-M Russia 1.25 n/a
22. AVAG Germany 1.15 1.07
23. Rolf Group Russia 2.00 1.81
24. Quadis Spain 1.12 1.12
25. Autobinck* Netherlands 1.09 1.10
**First 6 months 2007
Sources: Autobiz-Ernst & Young Guide to European Dealer Groups, *Automotive News Europe
Top 25 ranked by revenues
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Autobiz data courtesy of Autobiz–Ernst & Young Guide to European
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