Gasgoo Munich- SAIC Volkswagen has begun shipping its first batch of all-new Lamando L sedans to Mexico after the export vehicles rolled off the production line, according to a post the joint venture issued on its WeChat account via its WeChat account.
Key Takeaways
·The shipment marks SAIC Volkswagen's first vehicles entry into the North American market.
·SAIC Volkswagen is positioning the Lamando L as a sporty yet practical sedan for younger Mexican buyers, citing the country's established sedan market and demand for more distinctive designs.
·Before adding Mexico, SAIC Volkswagen's vehicle export markets included the Philippines, Vietnam and Uzbekistan across Southeast and Central Asia.
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Export operations
SAIC Volkswagen said the exported new Lamando L models are produced under Volkswagen Group's global standards, with the company's Chinese operations supporting the program across research and development, manufacturing, logistics and after-sales service.
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