Volkswagen India rolls out 3,00,000th car from Pune plant

Volkswagen India has rolled out the 3, 00, 000 car from its plant near Pune. Its construction began in 2007, was completed in 17 months and the first car rolled out from here in May 2009. In a period of just over four years, the plant has manufactured 3, 00, 000 cars for the domestic as well as the export markets. The 3, 00, 000 vehicle is a LHD Vento sedan and is destined for sale in a Gulf Country. The German automaker also exports over 30 countries in Asia and Africa from this plant.   

Speaking on the occasion, Andreas Lauenroth, executive director technical, Volkswagen India said, “The roll out of the 3,00,000th car is indeed a matter of pride for us. The left hand drive Vento is a proof of the international quality products being manufactured at our plant in India.” 

“The Vento and Polo are being exported to over 30 countries from our facility in Pune. I would like to congratulate the entire team of Volkswagen India which has contributed greatly to achieve this landmark today,” he added.