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Upheaval at McLaren: new SUV, new factory and new-ish logo following £500m investment

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First reported by Chasing Cars · 23 September at 5:07 pm

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Chasing CarsMotoring press23 September at 5:07 pm

Upheaval at McLaren: new SUV, new factory and new-ish logo following £500m investment

McLaren has refreshed its corporate look as it prepares to upend its line-up and end years of commercial headwinds. Flush with £500 million from Abu Dhabi’s sovereign wealth fund, the British…

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Upheaval at McLaren: new SUV, new factory and new-ish logo following £500m investment

Compiled by ADME Newsroom from 1 source

First reported by Chasing Cars · 23 September at 5:07 pm

Who's covering this — 1 article

Motoring press: 1

Image: Chasing Cars

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McLaren has received a £500 million investment from Abu Dhabi's sovereign wealth fund.
The brand is planning to launch a new SUV model as part of its expanded line-up.
McLaren has refreshed its corporate look and is investing in a new factory.
The brand is looking to end years of commercial headwinds and increase its market share.

For dealers: McLaren's new SUV and increased marketing efforts will increase competition in the Australian luxury car market, and dealers need to be prepared to respond.

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McLaren's £500 million investment from Abu Dhabi's sovereign wealth fund will enable the brand to increase its marketing efforts, potentially drawing more customers into showrooms and increasing competition for other luxury brands in the Australian market.

The new SUV model will be a key factor in McLaren's plans to expand its customer base, as the SUV segment is one of the most popular in Australia, and a McLaren SUV could attract buyers who may not have considered the brand before.

What it means for the order bank

The introduction of a new McLaren SUV will likely lead to increased interest in the brand, and Australian dealers should be prepared to handle a potential surge in inquiries and orders, particularly if the new model is priced competitively with other luxury SUVs.

McLaren's refreshed corporate look and new factory also suggest that the brand is committed to investing in its products and customer experience, which could lead to increased customer loyalty and retention.

Competitor response

Other luxury brands in the Australian market, such as Porsche and Ferrari, will need to respond to McLaren's new SUV and increased marketing efforts, potentially leading to a more competitive pricing environment and increased pressure on dealers to offer competitive deals and incentives.

Australian dealers can prepare for the potential impact of McLaren's new SUV by reviewing their current inventory and pricing strategies, and considering how they can offer competitive deals and incentives to attract customers who may be interested in the new McLaren model.

Taking action

This week, Australian dealers can take a decisive action by conducting a competitor analysis to identify potential gaps in the market and opportunities to offer competitive pricing and incentives, and preparing their sales teams to handle increased inquiries and orders for the new McLaren SUV.

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Chasing CarsMotoring press23 September at 5:07 pm

Upheaval at McLaren: new SUV, new factory and new-ish logo following £500m investment

McLaren has refreshed its corporate look as it prepares to upend its line-up and end years of commercial headwinds. Flush with £500 million from Abu Dhabi’s sovereign wealth fund, the British…

Read at Chasing Cars →