Volkswagen’s China sales rise 46% in the first-half of 2010

In the first half of 2010, Volkswagen AG was able to boost sales in China by 46% after launching new models. VW is the biggest foreign carmaker in China, which is the world’s largest vehicle market.

In an e-mailed statement, VW said that its sales to consumers increased to 950,278 vehicles in the greater China area. Meanwhile, deliveries of Audi luxury-brand sedans climbed by 64% to 109,887 units. Winfried Vahland, president and chief executive officer of Volkswagen China, said that the carmaker has “practically sold out” many models.
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chewy - 7/13/2010 8:25:55 PM

+2 Boost

On pace to sell almost half a million more this year than before. Pretty good, but then again GM is showing similar improvements.

Larrybel2000 - 7/14/2010 8:44:40 PM

+1 Boost

I agree. I was fortunate enough to have visited China in 07 and you can feel the influence of capitalism. The people want to succeed and have more.

Larry B.
Key West