Volkswagen has emerged triumphant at this year’s Great British Fleet Awards, clinching the prestigious ‘Manufacturer of the Year’ title and winning the ‘Best Fleet Large SUV’ award for its top-of-the-line Touareg. The ceremony, part of the Great British Fleet Event held in Milton Keynes, celebrated the best in the UK fleet industry, highlighting advancements and introductions in fleet management solutions.
The judging panel, composed of experts from Fleet World, acknowledged Volkswagen for its robust engagement with fleet customers and its extensive vehicle range tailored to meet diverse business needs. Volkswagen’s expanding array of electric vehicles within its ID. series impressed, offering fleet drivers more sustainable options. Additionally, its ongoing development of hybrids and traditional internal combustion engine models ensures a comprehensive selection of powertrains for fleet use.
The Touareg was particularly lauded for its advancements in interior quality, refinement, and performance, with its latest plug-in hybrid model being highlighted as a cost-effective yet luxurious choice for fleet drivers.
Owen Shepherd, Head of Direct Sales at Volkswagen UK, expressed pride in the recognition, emphasizing the company’s comprehensive approach to customer service. This approach includes a range of support services, from online resources for corporate clients and leasing firms to a detailed fleet demonstration program, all aimed at facilitating the transition to electric vehicles. The new Fleet Charter further underscores Volkswagen’s commitment to providing exceptional support and service, ensuring reliability and efficiency across its fleet offerings.
With its strategic focus on innovation and sustainability, coupled with unwavering reliability and performance, Volkswagen continues to set benchmarks in the fleet industry, as evidenced by its latest successes at the Great British Fleet Awards.