Kuwait – Behbehani Motors Company, the official distributor of Volkswagen in Kuwait has opened the world’s largest modular Volkswagen showroom as part of a wider investment in facilities worth a total of $145.6m.

Behbehani Motors new Volkswagen showroom in Al Rai

The impressive showroom located in Al Rai is set to offer customers an unparalleled experience and spans across 22,134 square meters. It has the capacity to display 45 vehicles and offers state-of the-art facilities alongside a unique mezzanine area which overlooks the display of cars.

Designed in line with the Volkswagen Modular Concept, the showroom spans across five levels, above and below ground, and includes ample customer parking. The roof top has an advanced solar system installed allowing the energy produced to be stored for a variety of uses including solar cooling, lighting and electricity. The minimalist interior space features crisp white walls, natural wood and clean lines, providing an open and inviting atmosphere for customers.

The showroom will display Volkswagen’s latest SUV’s including the new Touareg and the all-new 7-seater Teramont, alongside other popular models including the Golf, Golf GTI, Tiguan and Passat.

Mr Ali Morad Behbehani, owner of Behbehani Motors Company, said: “Our new modular showroom marks a significant milestone in Kuwait’s expansion strategy. Kuwait is a growing market, and an investment of this size not only expands our presence in Kuwait, it is also a clear symbol of the strength of our partnership with Volkswagen.”

As part of the significant investment from Behbehani Motors, the next year will also see the launch of a new Volkswagen sales, service and spare parts facility as well as a body shop, both located in Shuwaikh. In recognition of the company’s outstanding contribution to the business and Retailer Network globally, Behbehani Motors has been awarded a Gold Pin from Volkswagen AG (headquarters) – an honor within the Volkswagen community.

Commenting on the opening, Andrew Savvas, Brand Director of Volkswagen Middle East said: “It is a privilege to have the Behbehani Group as an investor in Volkswagen. It is a relationship that has developed over several decades, and we will continue to support them in these exciting years ahead. In opening the world's largest Volkswagen showroom in Kuwait, we remain on track to become a world leader in customer satisfaction and innovation.”

Behbehani Motors Company, which joined the Volkswagen Middle East retail network in 1957, has enjoyed on-going success in Kuwait. The state-of-the-art showroom opening will undoubtingly offer a special customer experience as the brand expands its showroom centre and services across the country.

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The Volkswagen Passenger Cars brand is present in more than 150 markets throughout the world and produces vehicles at over 50 locations in 14 countries. In 2017, Volkswagen produced more than six million vehicles, including bestselling models such as the Golf, Tiguan, Jetta and Passat. Currently, 198,000 people work for Volkswagen across the globe. The brand also has more than 7,700 dealerships with 74,000 employees. Volkswagen is forging ahead consistently with the further development of automobile production. Key strategic themes for the future are electric mobility, smart mobility and the digital transformation of the brand.

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