KULIM, 17 August 2009: Telagamas Motors Sdn Bhd announced yesterday that its dealers 3S outlet in Kulim, Kedah is now officially opened.
The opening of the new 3S outlet by Telagamas Motors Sdn Bhd (Telagamas) compliments the efforts by UMW Toyota Motor to upgrade its sales and after-sales facilities including dealers’ outlet to serve its customers better, especially in the north region.
The opening ceremony was officiated by Mr. Kuah Kock Heng, President of UMW Toyota Motor. Present at the opening ceremony was Mr. Goh Kian Sin, Executive Chairman of Telagamas Motors Sdn. Bhd.
Telagamas commenced as UMW Toyota Motor’s authorised dealer in 2004. Last year, Telagamas Kulim outlet managed to sell more than 1,300 units of new Toyotas and as of July this year it has sold around 550 new Toyotas. Apart from the Kulim outlet, the company also has another Toyota outlet in Tanjung Malim, Perak.
The 42,453 square feet facility is located at the 79, Jalan Kempas 1/5, Taman Kempas Indah, in Kulim. This new showroom which is located near the existing service centre, meets the company’s continuous efforts to expand the coverage of Toyota products and services to as many customers as possible.
The RM 6.8 – million facility is well equipped with the latest facilities including a large showroom that can display five vehicles at one time. The cafe-like ambience at the showroom, similar to any of UMW Toyota Motor’s sales showrooms, offers a conducive environment for customers to discuss with Sales Advisors on their purchases.
Telagamas started their service facility in 2007 and has recently upgraded its Body and Paint facility to cope with the increasing demand from Toyota customers. Last year Telagamas had serviced more than 10,000 units of Toyota vehicles.
The After-Sales facility includes seven service receptions, eight service bays, ten body and paint bays and ample parking bays for customers’ convenience. As for customers who prefer to wait while their vehicles are being serviced, a comfortable customer waiting lounge, equipped with television, reading materials, free internet access and a refreshment bar is available. The new service centre can accommodate up to 50 vehicles per day. It also provides a comprehensive after sales-service, ranging from general services to component repairs.
To complement these facilities, a total of 37 well-trained personnel in sales and 31 service staff of various trade skills are employed to serve the customers and provide the excellent service that Toyota has been known for.