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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Bentley eyes higher sales in India
VW Group luxury brand Bentley Motors has announced a strategic partnership with Škoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited (SAVWIPL), located at E1, MIDC Industrial Area, Phase III, Chakan, Pune, Maharashtra, India. Bentley will be integrating into SAVWIPL which is described by Bentley as 'already a strong and established entity in India'. Effective from 1 July 2025, SAVWIPL will serve as the official importer of Bentley cars in India. The operations, including sales, marketing and aftersales will be conducted by Bentley India, an operational division within SAVWIPL – which will oversee the brand's India strategy and retail network. Bentley said that with the launch of Bentley India, a new division under SAVWIPL, the brand is entering 'an exciting new phase, sharpening its focus on the Indian market'. Leading the new phase for the luxury brand in India will be Abbey Thomas, who has been appointed as Brand Director, Bentley India. Bentley India is set to appoint three dealer partners across key cities, starting with Bengaluru and Mumbai, followed by New Delhi. Bentley said the new showrooms will 'offer India's ultra-high-net-worth customers Bentley's signature combination of performance, craftsmanship, and luxury'. 'India is one of the world's most dynamic economies, and the launch of Bentley India in the country reflects Bentley's focus on growth in a market where we already have a strong and growing high-net-worth customer base,' said Richard Leopold, Regional Director, EMEA at Bentley Motors 'We're grateful to the SAVWIPL team for bringing this partnership to life.' "Bentley eyes higher sales in India" was originally created and published by Just Auto, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
India Gazette
5 days ago
- Automotive
- India Gazette
Skoda Auto Volkswagen India adds Bentley to its India portfolio
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 7 (ANI): Skoda Auto Volkswagen India on Monday announced the addition of Bentley, the legendary British brand, as the sixth marque under the Group's umbrella. From July 1, 2025, Skoda Auto Volkswagen India has been exclusively importing, distributing and servicing Bentley vehicles across the country, deepening the Group's commitment to India's rapidly expanding luxury car arena. All marketing, sales, and after-sales operations will be conducted under a newly established entity, Bentley India, a group company of Skoda Auto Volkswagen India, which will oversee the brand's India strategy and retail network, according to a company statement. Abbey Thomas has been appointed as the Brand Director of Bentley India, leading the brand in the Indian market. According to the company's statement, Bentley India will have three new dealer partners across key cities, starting with Bengaluru and Mumbai, followed by New Delhi. These new showrooms will offer India's ultra-high-net-worth customers Bentley products. Piyush Arora, Managing Director and CEO of Skoda Auto Volkswagen India said, 'Welcoming Bentley into the SAVWIPL family is a proud milestone that completes our portfolio -- from the precision of German engineering to the timeless elegance and unmatched performance of British craftsmanship. India's appetite for uncompromising luxury is growing rapidly. Additionally, Abbey's deep understanding of the Indian market makes him the ideal leader to steer Bentley India toward new milestones.' Jan Bures, Executive Director, Sales, Marketing and Digital of Skoda Auto Volkswagen India, said, 'It's a proud moment for us in India to welcome Bentley into the SAVWIPL family. The ever-growing UHNI segment in India will benefit from this new association, and we, along with our new dealer partners, will ensure the best of luxury and performance for our customers.' For over two decades, Bentley has been a part of India's luxury car landscape. Headquartered in Pune, Skoda Auto Volkswagen India manages the Indian operations of six prestigious brands - Skoda, Volkswagen, Audi, Bentley, Lamborghini, and Porsche. It operates two manufacturing facilities in India - at Chakan, Pune, and Shendra, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (formerly known as Aurangabad). (ANI)
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Skoda Auto Volkswagen India expands portfolio with Bentley luxury cars
Photo: Bentley Flying Spur Check Offers Skoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited (SAVWIPL) announced on Monday that it has extended its brand portfolio by adding Bentley, the legendary British car company. Bentley has been added as the sixth marque under the Group's umbrella in India. Starting this month, SAVWIPL has become the exclusive importer, distributor and service provider for the Bentley luxury vehicles in India. Until now, Bentley operated in India through its partnership with Exclusive Motors. Bentley India's operations will be overseen by Abbey Thomas, the newly appointed Brand Director. Thomas will be responsible for leading the brand's operations and growth in the Indian market. Moreover, Bentley India is set to expand its presence with the introduction of three new dealer partners in key metropolitan cities—beginning with Bengaluru and Mumbai, followed by New Delhi. These upcoming showrooms will cater to India's ultra-high-net-worth clientele, offering Bentley's renowned luxury car models. Commenting on the entry of Bentley brand to the SAVWIPL, Piyush Arora, Managing Director and CEO of Skoda Auto Volkswagen India, said that the country's appetite for luxury vehicles is growing rapidly. 'Welcoming Bentley into the SAVWIPL family is a proud milestone that completes our portfolio — from the precision of German engineering to the timeless elegance and unmatched performance of British craftsmanship. Additionally, Abbey's deep understanding of the Indian market makes him the ideal leader to steer Bentley India toward new milestones," Arora said. Get insights into Upcoming Cars In India, Electric Vehicles, Upcoming Bikes in India and cutting-edge technology transforming the automotive landscape. First Published Date: 07 Jul 2025, 20:26 PM IST
Economic Times
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Economic Times
Skoda Auto Volkswagen India adds Bentley to portfolio
Synopsis Skoda Auto Volkswagen India Pvt Ltd (SAVWIPL) has announced the inclusion of Bentley as its sixth brand in India, effective July 1. SAVWIPL will handle import, distribution, and servicing through Bentley India, a new entity. Abbey Thomas is appointed Brand Director, with the aim to cater to India's growing ultra-high-net-worth individuals with luxury and performance. Skoda Auto Volkswagen India Pvt Ltd on Monday announced the addition of British super luxury brand Bentley as the sixth marque under the group's umbrella in India. From July 1, the company has taken the responsibility of exclusively importing, distributing and servicing Bentley vehicles across India. All marketing, sales and after-sales operations will be conducted under a newly established entity, Bentley India, a group company of SAVWIPL, which will oversee the brand's India strategy and retail network, Skoda Auto Volkswagen India Pvt Ltd (SAVWIPL) said in a statement. Abbey Thomas has been appointed as the Brand Director of Bentley India and will lead the brand in the Indian market, it added. SAVWIPL Managing Director and CEO Piyush Arora said adding Bentley "completes the group's portfolio - from the precision of German engineering to the timeless elegance and unmatched performance of British craftsmanship". "The ever-growing UHNI (ultra high net worth individual) segment in India will benefit from this new association, and we, along with our new dealer partners, will ensure the best of luxury and performance for our customers," SAVWIPL Executive Director, Sales, Marketing and Digital, Jan Bures said. For over two decades, Bentley has been a part of India's luxury car landscape. Integrating the marque within SAVWIPL sharpens its focus on the market while assuring customers of world-class standards throughout their ownership journey, the company said.
Mint
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Mint
Skoda Auto Volkswagen India takes the wheel for Bentley: Details here
Skoda Auto Volkswagen India Pvt Ltd (SAVWIPL) has officially added British super-luxury brand Bentley to the group's portfolio. This move will be effective from July 1, making Bentley the sixth marque under the company's umbrella. As part of the deal, SAVWIPL has taken the responsibility of exclusively importing, distributing and servicing Bentley vehicles across India. All marketing, sales and after-sales operations will be managed by the newly established entity, Bentley India, a group company of SAVWIPL, ANI reported. This group will spearhead the brand's India strategy and oversee its retail network, the news agency reported. Abbey Thomas has been appointed as the Brand Director of Bentley India and will lead the brand's growth and operations in the Indian market. Piyush Arora, Managing Director and CEO of SAVWIPL, said the addition of Bentley "completes the group's portfolio - from the precision of German engineering to the timeless elegance and unmatched performance of British craftsmanship". According to the company's Executive Director, Sales, Marketing and Digital, Jan Bures, the new association will greatly benefit the ever-growing ultra high net worth individual (UHNW) segment. Bures also assured that along with the company's new dealer partners, they will collectively ensure the best of luxury and performance for their customers, the news agency reported, the news report said. Bentley is no stranger to Indian roads as the legendary British brand has been a part of the country's luxury car landscape for more than two decades. Currently, Brentley has a total of 3 car models available in India, which include 1 SUV, 1 Coupe and 1 Sedan with showrooms across Delhi, Mumbai and Hyderabad. The company also mentioned in a statement that integrating the marque within SAVWIPL will further sharpen its focus on the market while assuring customers of world-class standards throughout their ownership journey.
