Will VW displace Toyota?

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1kjYLeN_L_1C3GMkHZJXO3XQlu_hqJaduo7uknqhfY1PcwoKtJtIVFKrQKJiSIE1tv_9SOt17OP1OMc1LGmbB6tkns7MYN2m_nqO9EpEMrvgVqGUv3QfR94_s4WPA5JLpBNk33QW0T2g/s1600/vw-emblem.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5668494866887162786" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1kjYLeN_L_1C3GMkHZJXO3XQlu_hqJaduo7uknqhfY1PcwoKtJtIVFKrQKJiSIE1tv_9SOt17OP1OMc1LGmbB6tkns7MYN2m_nqO9EpEMrvgVqGUv3QfR94_s4WPA5JLpBNk33QW0T2g/s400/vw-emblem.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 268px;" /></a><br /><p>There was a time when the title of World’s Largest Automaker belonged to General Motors. We were as used to this fact as we are to the sun giving us a visit everyday. Then came the Japanese giant, Toyota was able to displace GM and became the one to wear the crown of the largest automaker. As the Japanese automaker became more and more popular in GM’s homeland and abroad, German car giant Volkswagen started with its mission to show them (aforementioned giants) who the boss is. According to <em>Bloomberg</em>, these top three carmakers are likely to see themselves reshuffled before 2011 officially comes to an end</p> <p>Volkswagen, with an approximate 2011 sales figures of 8.1 million vehicles globally (up by a good 13 percent over 2010), is likely to earn the top spot and be labelled as the largest automaker in the whole world. General Motors, which saw the most number of sales in the first quarter had to ultimately move to around 7.55 million machines (an eight-percent increase over 2010) to hold on to second place while Toyota’s estimated 7.27 million sales (a nine-percent decrease over last year) would only be good enough for third in the global race for highest sales.</p> <p>There seem to be a number of reasons for Toyota to see itself being over taken in 2011. One such reason, and a big one at that is the disastrous earthquake and tsunami in the first quarter of this year. It put on pause production of many of Toyota’s well selling models. Another reason is probably an aftereffect of its recall-ridden history over the past few years. However, CEO Akio Toyoda has vowed to address all of these concerns.</p> <p>Analysts have a difference of opinion when it comes to predictions for 2012. Some suggest VW will see enough momentum to hang on to its numero uno spot while others believe Toyota will have a rebound effect to reclaim the top slot in global sales figures.</p> <p>Increasing popularity in rapidly emerging markets like India and China can probably be the ultimate factor in deciding the rightful owner of the crown.</p> <ins style="display: inline-table; border: medium none; height: 250px; margin: 0pt; padding: 0pt; position: relative; visibility: visible; width: 300px;"><ins id="aswift_3_anchor" style="display: block; border: medium none; height: 250px; margin: 0pt; padding: 0pt; position: relative; visibility: visible; width: 300px;"></ins></ins>

Will VW displace Toyota?

There was a time when the title of World’s Largest Automaker belonged to General Motors. We were as used to this fact as we are to the sun ...

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VW Jetta Offering 75k Discount & VW UP! On Its Way

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkJIHr7M1lqlL3e_5BgSwG3Zewb5lmjvkVHzojjiBURnpdNNVePe_CROUhP0RRMDPRLjQ7GOQRlJzzIl2GfsrHtSOBnoRx-m1UYeH8fCv7k6zqgAhq8wA4X6oMdgI4wpmc2RfIq_-WJFI/s1600/2011_vw_jetta-1024x460.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5639581558756635042" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkJIHr7M1lqlL3e_5BgSwG3Zewb5lmjvkVHzojjiBURnpdNNVePe_CROUhP0RRMDPRLjQ7GOQRlJzzIl2GfsrHtSOBnoRx-m1UYeH8fCv7k6zqgAhq8wA4X6oMdgI4wpmc2RfIq_-WJFI/s400/2011_vw_jetta-1024x460.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 180px;" /></a><p>VW in India is doing well with its small car Polo and entry level sedan Vento. Recently the company announced the mother of all discounts on their most expensive offering the VW Phaeton. With the launch date of the new Jetta coming closer the company is now offering discounts to clear the stock of the current Jetta.</p> <p>VW dealers are offering discounts of upto 75,000 ruppees and in some cases even suggesting potential buyers not to wait for the new Jetta. Looking at the competition the Jetta goes head to head with the Chevy Cruze, Skoda Laura and Toyota Corolla Altis. Among these cars the most out dated car on looks is the Jetta so even if the discount is of a healthy sum it does not sound as a great deal. Toyota Corolla Altis facelift which was introduced recently among the four is the most underpowered but is the most fuel efficient plus it carries the Toyota badge, and is thus doing reasonably well.</p> <p>The new Jetta which is slated to be launched on 17th August is a much more promising car and can change the whole equation as it is a totally revamped product. The Jetta will be powered by a 2.0 liter TDI diesel with 140 hp, 30 more horses than the current diesel unit.</p> <p>VW is also planning to unveil its highly anticipated small car ‘UP!’ in the next 11 days. The new VW car which will be the smallest model in company’s international lineup is expected to hit the Indian shores as well. The VW UP! will be positioned below the Polo and will be a smaller in size too. The VW UP! is expected to be launched in India in the price bracket of<span class="WebRupee"> Rs. </span>3.5 – 4 lakhs and will be giving a tough time to the well established Wagon R, i 10 and Beat.</p>

VW Jetta Offering 75k Discount & VW UP! On Its Way

VW in India is doing well with its small car Polo and entry level sedan Vento. Recently the company announced the mother of all discounts ...

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