Sojitz Fuso Philippines Corporation (SFP) has partnered with iCATS Motors, Inc. to become an official dealer of Fuso trucks and buses. Its marks the introduction of the first joint multi-brand facility by Daimler Trucks in the Philippines putting Fuso and Mercedes-Benz Trucks under one roof.
iCATS Motors, Inc. – Fuso Mindanao Avenue is located at 45 Mindanao Ave., Alley 15, Brgy. Bagong Pag-asa, Quezon City.
The facility showcases the representation of modern design, combining the robustness of Fuso and the elegance of Mercedes-Benz seamlessly. It will offer sales and aftersales support for both Fuso and Mercedes-Benz Truck brands via its six light- and heavy-duty commercial vehicle displays and 1,035-square meter space for work bays.
Mr. Alex Hammett, Managing Director of South Asia & Pacific, Inchcape plc: “This partnership between Inchcape Philippines and Sojitz Fuso Philippines Corporation signifies a strengthened commitment to powering better mobility in the country, bringing market high quality and durable products to allow access and growth for the people, communities, and businesses.”
Mr. Yosuke Nishi, President & CEO of Sojitz Fuso Philippines Corporation: “SFP and iCATS Motors have positively responded to an advantageous synergy that resulted in a unique dealership outlet that offers two reliable international commercial vehicle brands – Fuso and Mercedes-Benz – in one facility. This partnership will enable us to expand our connections and opportunities, ultimately improving our vehicle sales and after-sales support. The customer’s experience is important to us as we provide trucks they can trust and quality service as we drive to the future, together.”
Mr. Christoph Stemmer, Vice President for Customer Services Parts, Mercedes-Benz Bus & Special Truck Sales SEA of Daimler Truck: “The advantages are, for our esteemed customers and increase network coverage and an expanded product range – from LDT to HDT and Buses. For our valued dealer, synergies and economies of scale enhance operational efficiency. For Sojitz and iCATS, a growth trajectory that allows for further investment and expansion of their business. All these elements align with our overarching goal to support those who keep the world moving.”
Mr. Francis Jonathan Ang, Chief Operating Officer of Inchcape Philippines: “Our goal is to bring more accessibility to our business partners, especially truck and bus operators. This includes future expansion of our network in Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. We officially opened the 1st Daimler Truck Joint Multi-Brand Facility in the Philippines on this day, and I am confident that we will have many joint successes in the future.”
This is confusing. So CATS now sells FUSO trucks, which is also being sold by Mitsubishi Philippines? They're obviously not working together right?
ReplyDeleteFuso is sold not by Mitsubishi Motors Philippines, but by Sojitz Fuso. They've split already from the automotive business.
DeleteFuso, as a brand, is owned by Daimler so it makes sense for them to share showroom space with their sister, Mercedes-Benz Truck brand.
Thanks for the clarification
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