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'Not many' Chinese car brands will survive, Leapmotor executive says

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First reported by CarExpert · 11 September at 10:01 am

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CarExpertMotoring press11 September at 10:01 am

'Not many' Chinese car brands will survive, Leapmotor executive says

A senior Leapmotor executive says established dealers, spare-parts support and disciplined model cycles will decide which of Australia's newest brands earn long-term trust.

Read at CarExpert →

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← Newsroom/Chinese brandsDealers & retail

'Not many' Chinese car brands will survive, Leapmotor executive says

Compiled by ADME Newsroom from 1 source

First reported by CarExpert · 11 September at 10:01 am

Who's covering this — 1 article

Motoring press: 1

Image: CarExpert

The quick read

A senior Leapmotor executive says established dealers will decide which Chinese brands earn long-term trust in Australia.
Spare-parts support and disciplined model cycles are also critical factors in building trust with customers.
The comments suggest that only a handful of Chinese car brands will survive in Australia in the long term.
Dealers who focus on building strong relationships with customers and providing exceptional after-sales support will be well-positioned for success.

For dealers: The ability of Chinese car brands to establish strong dealership networks and provide reliable spare-parts support will have a significant impact on their long-term viability in the Australian market.

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The long-term viability of Chinese car brands in Australia will depend on their ability to establish strong dealership networks, provide reliable spare-parts support, and maintain disciplined model cycles.

Established dealers are crucial in building trust with customers, and Chinese brands that fail to secure a strong dealership presence will struggle to gain traction in the market.

Key Factors for Success

Disciplined model cycles are also essential, as they allow brands to manage production and inventory effectively, reducing the risk of overstocking and maintaining a consistent flow of new models to market.

Spare-parts support is another critical factor, as it directly impacts the ownership experience and can make or break a brand's reputation for reliability and customer satisfaction.

Competitive Landscape

The comments from the Leapmotor executive suggest that the Chinese car market in Australia is poised for a shakeout, with only a handful of brands likely to survive in the long term.

This will create opportunities for established brands to capitalize on the weaknesses of their Chinese competitors, particularly in terms of dealership networks and spare-parts support.

Actionable Insights

Australian dealers can take advantage of this situation by focusing on building strong relationships with customers and providing exceptional after-sales support, including reliable spare-parts supply and maintenance services.

By doing so, they can differentiate themselves from Chinese brands that struggle to match these standards, and position themselves for long-term success in the market.

One decisive action a dealer could take this week is to review their spare-parts inventory and supply chain, and identify areas for improvement to ensure they can provide the level of support that customers expect.

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CarExpertMotoring press11 September at 10:01 am

'Not many' Chinese car brands will survive, Leapmotor executive says

A senior Leapmotor executive says established dealers, spare-parts support and disciplined model cycles will decide which of Australia's newest brands earn long-term trust.

Read at CarExpert →