Scania prepares to launch Euro 5 in local market
https://autoinfo.co.th, 8 May '24
Duangjai Phongpratuengsuk Director of Sales Operations and Strategy for Thailand, Scania Siam Company, has now revealed the trend of interest in reserving the best Euro 3 standard Scania trucks, the last batch available in Thailand.
After the government has set the date of January 1st, 2024, trucks produced and imports into Thailand must meet Euro 5 standards, making it the last lot of Euro 3 standard Scania trucks remaining in stock currently and there are very less number of vehicles available, with all expected to be delivered before the third quarter of 2024.
"This is because customers trust the quality and the efficiency of Scania cars, whether they are Euro 3 or Euro 5 cars, are at the top of the market, including fuel-saving features that are an important cost engine performance safety systems, durability and longevity are worth the investment. Scania Euro 3 trucks have been sold in Thailand since 2019 and are considered the highest development of Euro 3 technology that has proven their quality and value for use. It's actually on the roads all over Thailand. Therefore, entrepreneurs who are already familiar with Euro 3 vehicles are rushing to decide to buy them. In addition, there is another group of customers waiting for the arrival of Scania Euro 5 engines that Scania is actually using. And developed continuously for more than 15 years, it will prove to entrepreneurs in Thailand the international efficiency that has actually been used all over the world," said a senior executive of Scania.
"In terms of after-sales service although it will end sales of Euro 3 vehicles in 2024, Scania is confident it will continue to take care of both existing and their vehicles excellently throughout its lifespan because no matter how old the parts are, the Scania service centre has them available. There is also a Scania-specific vehicle analysis program with technicians who have received standard training. and repair equipment that is of high quality and safety, allowing entrepreneurs to continue their business for sure," the company further stated.
"As for those interested in the Scania Euro 3 truck, they should decide to buy now. The company is ready to give advice and help customers who want to own one, Scania has its own finance. Makes financial services flexible ready to provide conditions suitable for customer businesses. As for the progress of the launch of Scania Euro 5 trucks in Thailand. Recently, we have been informed that we are at maximum readiness. The car is currently being transported to Thailand. It is expected to be officially launched in the middle of 2024," a senior executive of the company commented.