Fiat India opens exclusive dealership in Delhi

Team OD Published: February 13, 2014, 05:06 PM IST

Fiat Group one of the world's largest auto makers opened its exclusive dealership in Delhi. Tuli Fiat is located at B 72 / 4, Wazirpur Industrial Area, New Delhi - 110052.

Tuli Fiat has 3200 sq ft of showroom space to display six cars at a time and 19300 sq ft of workshop area to provide aftersales service. The inauguration was done by Nagesh Basavanhalli, president & MD, FIAT Chrysler India.

Fiat India officials at the inauguration of the new dealership in DelhiFiat India officials at the inauguration of the new dealership in Delhi

Tuli Fiat has successfully managed dealerships for various auto giants and has a total experience of 45 years in the auto retail industry.

Mr. Basavanhalli also flagged off a drive from the Tuli Fiat showroom which is an attempt to get in to the Guinness Book of World Records. The drive will go to all four corners of the country and cover 28 states and union territories. Fiat will help in this initiative by providing service and fuel for the vehicles.

Speaking on the opening of the new dealership,Nagesh Basavanhalli said: "FIAT India views Delhi as a very strategic market and the inauguration of an exclusive dealership is in accordance with our strategy to capitalise on this potential. We are confident that our association with Tuli FIAT will play a crucial role in identifying the customer base and enhancing customer experience in Delhi".

Fiat's new Delhi dealership - press release


FIAT India inaugurates its exclusive dealership in Delhi · Tuli FIAT joins exclusive FIAT dealership club · Dealership was inaugurated by Mr. Nagesh Basavanhalli, President and Managing Director of FIAT Chrysler Automobiles India Operations · 22,500 sq ft facility comprises of a 3,200 sq ft showroom and 19,300 sq ft state of the art workshop located at the heart of Delhi · Mr. Basavanhalli flagged off a drive, which is aiming at Guinness Book of world record Delhi, February 12th, 2014: FIAT Group Automobiles India Pvt. Ltd inaugurated its independent and an exclusive dealership at Delhi today. Tuli FIAT showroom is located at B 72 / 4, Wazirpur Industrial Area, New Delhi - 110052. The showroom facility comprises of 3,200 sq ft of space to display 6 cars and a 19,300 sq ft state of the art workshop to ensure commitment to serve the customers beyond expectations. The dealership was inaugurated by Mr. Nagesh Basavanhalli, President and Managing Director of FIAT Chrysler Automobiles India Operations Speaking on this occasion, Mr. Nagesh Basavanhalli said: "FIAT India views Delhi as a very strategic market and the inauguration of an exclusive dealership is in accordance with our strategy to capitalise on this potential. We are confident that our association with Tuli FIAT will play a crucial role in identifying the customer base and enhancing customer experience in Delhi". FIAT India is aggressively focussing on increasing its footprint in India and this launch is in continuation of its rapid expansion strategy. In a series of moves made by FIAT India to offer excellent brand experience to both existing and potential customers it is opening an exclusive showroom and a workshop at Delhi with Tuli FIAT that are well known for their commitment to service. Tuli FIAT has 45 years experience in the automobile retail trade and has successfully managed dealerships for various auto giants. A drive was also flagged off by Mr. Basavanhalli from Tuli FIAT showroom. It will cover 28 states and Union territories touching all 4 corners of the country, a complete Golden Quadrilateral, which is an attempt to make a mark in the Guinness Book of World Record. FIAT India is supporting this initiative by providing Service and fuel to the vehicle on this prestigious attempt across the country. The drive plans to accomplish its goal in making Mr. Arvinder Singh Tuli, Director, Tuli FIAT said, "FIAT cars are prominent all over India for their aesthetic design and their engineering superiority. We are extremely proud to become exclusive dealers of FIAT Chrysler Group Automobiles India Pvt. Ltd in Delhi and with an experienced management team and well trained technicians we are confident of replicating world class dealership and after-sales experience to the car buyers here" FGAIPL is striving towards delivering world class sales and after sales experience along with developing strong consumer connect. With close to 45 years of experience in automobile trade, Tuli FIAT was a natural choice, said Mr. Nagesh Basavanhalli. The dealership exclusively caters to FIAT India and will retail its two existent models: Linea and Punto along with a series of new launches slated to hit the Indian shores in the coming years. The launch of this dealership is the latest episode in FIAT India's commitment to expanding its network in the country. The developments of digital activities are also running in parallel with the on ground developments at FIAT India with the fan base of the official facebook page crossing the milestone of 5 lakh plus members. About Fiat Group Automobiles India Private Limited (FGAIPL) FGAIPL is a fully owned subsidiary of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles. The company was incorporated in Mumbai, India, in March 2012 and will distribute FIAT and Jeep vehicles in the country through an independent dealer network. The company is currently selling the FIAT Linea and Punto models, which are manufactured by the Tata-Fiat joint venture. The company in India will have around 100 employees and plans to target 150 dealers by the end of 2014. About FIAT Group Fiat is an international auto group that designs, produces and sells vehicles for the mass market under the Fiat, Lancia, Alfa Romeo, Fiat Professional and Abarth brands, as well as luxury and performance cars under the Ferrari and Maserati brands. The Group has increased its global reach through the integration with Chrysler Group and recently expanded its product portfolio with Jeep and Chrysler brand models that are produced in North America and now also distributed in Europe through the new Lancia-Chrysler and Jeep sales networks. Fiat also operates in the components sector, through Magneti Marelli and Teksid, and in the production systems sector, through Comau. Fiat Group Automobiles designs, produces and sells automobiles under the Fiat, Alfa Romeo, Lancia and Abarth brands, and light commercial vehicles under the Fiat Professional brand. In Europe, it also distributes Jeep brand vehicles. From January 2012, the activities of Fiat Powertrain – which researches, develops and produces engines (power output from 65 to 235 hp) and transmissions for passenger cars and light commercial vehicles (torque up to 400 Nm) – were transferred to Fiat Group Automobiles. About Chrysler Group LLC Chrysler Group LLC, formed in 2009 to establish a global strategic alliance with Fiat S.p.A., produces Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram, SRT, FIAT and Mopar vehicles and products. With the resources, technology and worldwide distribution network required to compete on a global scale, the alliance builds on Chrysler Group's culture of innovation, first established by Walter P. Chrysler in 1925, and Fiat's complementary technology that dates back to its founding in 1899. Headquartered in Auburn Hills, Mich., Chrysler Group's product lineup features some of the world's most recognizable vehicles, including the Chrysler 300 and Town & Country, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Dodge Dart, Ram 1500, SRT Viper and Fiat 500. Fiat contributes world-class technology, platforms and powertrains for small- and medium-size cars, allowing Chrysler Group to offer an expanded product line including environmentally friendly vehicles.
  

Price (Ex-Delhi)
Starts Rs 75.15 Lakhs
Displacement
2987cc
Transmission
Automatic
Max Power(ps)
243
Max Torque(Nm)
570
Mileage
12.8 Kmpl