Geely raids Volkswagen for Aussie boss

24 July 2024, 11:17 am

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Anoosh Saffari, a seasoned executive in the Australian auto industry, has been appointed as the Chief Operating Officer of Geely Australia. Saffari’s background includes roles at Cupra, Skoda, Volvo, and Mazda. Geely’s Australian operation is set to introduce a variety of brands, including Geely, Radar, Galaxy, Lynk & Co, Smart, Zeekr, and potentially more. The focus will likely be on launching models like the Radar RD6 electric ute and Galaxy’s E5 and L7 SUVs. Geely aims to establish itself as a key player in the Australian auto market with a range of affordable SUVs and passenger cars, complemented by other Chinese brands entering the market.

Brands mentioned: Geely, Cupra, Volkswagen, Skoda, Volvo, Mazda, Polestar, Lotus, Lynk & Co, Smart, Zeekr, Radar, BYD.

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