The company could register a historic first, with turnover exceeding €1 billion in 2007, compared to last year’s €750 million. “The rise in sales is due to increasing demand for small or compact cars, which make up some 73 percent of the total market,” said Valmar.
Skoda and Volkswagen topped the company’s sales, at 22,500 and 21,600 cars, respectively.
Porsche Romania expanded its commercial network by another 12 sales and service points, which required investments worth €2-5 mln each. The company’s network presently includes some 90 distribution and service centers nationwide, and it plans to open other showrooms in smaller cities.
“There is a current lack of qualified personnel and we are attempting to resolve this crisis through training programs for the company’s staff,” added Valmar.
