VW to invest 20 million USD in training of dealers for electric cars
German automobile concern Volkswagen AG has launched a program for the joint creation and modernization of a network of official dealers, who in the coming years will have the honor of offering customers a wide range of electric vehicles. cars. The main measure that will be taken within the framework of the task is an investment of 20 million US dollars. They will go to support more than 600 Volkswagen dealerships in the United States of America. The money is planned to be used to turn dealers into regional bases for EV service.
The ID 4 is VW's first EV crossover. Photo: youtube.com
As part of the Volkswagen AG program, the official points of sale will be modernized and equipped with high-capacity chargers. Support measures will be taken until mid-2022. It is expected that by this time the total charging capacity of WV dealers will increase by 23490 kW, and more than 1260 technicians will be trained to service electric cars. The program will affect centers in all 50 US states.
According to an official statement by Scott Keogh, President and CEO of Volkswagen Group of America, Inc., it is the buyer who will be the main initiator of the coming electric car revolution in America. The company is committed to supporting dealers as they contribute greatly to the popularization of EVs, provide customer and car service, and are the "face" of a new industry for the automotive industry. This is clearly seen from the statistics - nine out of ten buyers of Volkswagen AG's ID 4 electric cars are buying an electric car for the first time.
VW also launched a program to attract new and retain existing technicians. electric vehicles. This is done to provide personnel support to official dealers in terms of improving skills, motivating qualified employees and recruiting talent. The company encourages employees and provides a bonus of $ 2000 for issuing individual certificates.
ID 4 innovations are visible throughout, including the interior design. Photo: youtube.com
VW has sold more than 15 units of the ID 4 electric model, which is the German automaker's first EV crossover. The number of bookings since its introduction on the market in March 2021 has exceeded 40 in total. Over 85% of all buyers of the model signed up for unlimited charging at Electrify America DC Fast Chargers, which is available for 3 years across the US.
The ID 4 is VW's first EV crossover. Photo: youtube.comAs part of the Volkswagen AG program, the official points of sale will be modernized and equipped with high-capacity chargers. Support measures will be taken until mid-2022. It is expected that by this time the total charging capacity of WV dealers will increase by 23490 kW, and more than 1260 technicians will be trained to service electric cars. The program will affect centers in all 50 US states.
According to an official statement by Scott Keogh, President and CEO of Volkswagen Group of America, Inc., it is the buyer who will be the main initiator of the coming electric car revolution in America. The company is committed to supporting dealers as they contribute greatly to the popularization of EVs, provide customer and car service, and are the "face" of a new industry for the automotive industry. This is clearly seen from the statistics - nine out of ten buyers of Volkswagen AG's ID 4 electric cars are buying an electric car for the first time.
VW also launched a program to attract new and retain existing technicians. electric vehicles. This is done to provide personnel support to official dealers in terms of improving skills, motivating qualified employees and recruiting talent. The company encourages employees and provides a bonus of $ 2000 for issuing individual certificates.
ID 4 innovations are visible throughout, including the interior design. Photo: youtube.comVW has sold more than 15 units of the ID 4 electric model, which is the German automaker's first EV crossover. The number of bookings since its introduction on the market in March 2021 has exceeded 40 in total. Over 85% of all buyers of the model signed up for unlimited charging at Electrify America DC Fast Chargers, which is available for 3 years across the US.
- Oleg Donskoy
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