Lotus to build on strong Q1 results with global expansion
For the period 1st April to 30th June the saw its sales volume rise by 31% to 505 units compared to 386 units for the same term last year. The results which deliver the best first financial quarter for three years, also show best June results in four years with sales of 192 units.
The firm said strong growth was seen in France, Germany, Switzerland and Japan, with demand increasing for all three vehicles in the Lotus range: the Lotus Evora, Lotus Exige and Lotus Elise.
The firm added that it is planning to further expand and strengthen its global dealer network with new Lotus dealerships expected in the coming months.
Lotus chief executive officer, Jean-Marc Gales commented: ‘This is excellent news for Group Lotus plc and our parent companies PROTON Holdings Berhad and DRB-HICOM Berhad. This latest performance is indicative of Lotus' commitment to ensuring more drivers have the opportunity to own one of the best sports cars in the world.’
Natalie Middleton
Natalie has worked as a fleet journalist for nearly 20 years, previously as assistant editor on the former Company Car magazine before joining Fleet World in 2006. Prior to this, she worked on a range of B2B titles, including Insurance Age and Insurance Day. Natalie edits all the Fleet World websites and newsletters, and loves to hear about any latest industry news - or gossip.
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