Sojitz opens 2 new dealerships

MANILA, Philippines — The local distributor of Geely vehicles has opened two new dealerships in the country as it aims to reach more customers.

In a statement, Sojitz G Auto Philippines Corp. (SGAP) said it inaugurated dealerships in Calamba, Laguna and in Butuan City.

“This marks another milestone for Geely in the Philippines and we are indeed excited to expand our reach to our customers especially in these two new locations such as Calamba, Laguna and Butuan City,” SGAP president and CEO Yugo Kiyofuji said.

“This will enable us to further bring affordable, exciting, and technology rich vehicles as well as to provide our certified after sales service to our customers in these locations,” Kiyofuji said.

The Geely Calamba outlet spans 1,620 square meters (sqm) and can accommodate six cars for display and service.

Located at Purok 2 Brgy. Makiling Calamba, Laguna, the outlet is operated by Alphamile Dealers Inc.

In contrast, the Geely Butuan outlet measures 1,500 square meters and can accommodate six cars for display and service.

Geely Butuan is located along National Highway, Baan, Butuan City and is operated by the Autohub Group.

The two new outlets mark the company’s 30th and 31st dealerships in the country.

Kiyofuji earlier said the SGAP is looking to increase the total number of dealerships in the country to 40 this year.

He said the company is targeting to sell more than 10,000 units this year.

SGAP would also work on improving customer satisfaction, particularly in terms of after-sales.