mardi 18 août 2009

How Honda came to be the Consumer Favorite in Pakistan

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By Joe Carey

Hondas appearance on the Pakistani car market caused considerable excitement about thirty odd years ago. People looked whenever a Honda drove by on the streets and car buyers couldnt wait to drive their own Civic or Accord, even if it did mean spending a bit more. While models by other car manufacturers offered standard, frugal features and plain shapes, Honda offered more trims, luxury, and world-class designs repeatedly.

Toyota had been the leader in the Pakistani car industry in terms of loyalty and sales way before Honda was even considered a noteworthy car. It had tactically launched several well-known models like the Corolla and Corona to capture almost all consumer segments of the market. Car manufacturers like Nissan, Mazda, Mercedes Suzuki, and Fiat, though not remotely close to Toyotas sales and reach, each had a few models for available in the market as well.

Hondas models had additional features and trims, which other car makers, competing in similar segments, did not offer at the time. Honda provided extra luxury like power windows and steering to the consumer at a reasonable price creating a perception of added value and worth. Several companies that had previously favored Toyota for their executive fleet were now purchasing Honda. The Accord and Civic became noticeably visible and commanded attention on the streets of Pakistan.

Time after time Hondas skillfully crafted interior and exterior gave its cars a significant lead over competing brands. Its interior had more space, enhancing the drivers experience by providing a more comfortable ride for short and long distances alike. To compete successfully in the 1300CC engine capacity market against such names as the Toyota Corolla, Honda introduced the City, once again providing features that no other car at the time was offering. Honda soon started operations in Pakistan in collaboration with a well known local firm and hence, managed to remain competitive on price.

Honda earned a reputation of a reliable and fuel-efficient car due to its meticulous and high standard engineering. The beautifully fabricated engines provided users with a feeling of driving a larger, more powerful car, adding further value to their experience. Due to the minimal maintenance and its reliability, the demand for used Honda shot up and drove the resale prices closer to those commanded by Toyota. Unlike competing cars, which depreciated considerably in value, Honda was now being resold at higher than average prices.

Honda has quickly developed a remarkable reputation for fuel efficiency, dependability and a dramatic look and feel. With an impressive track record, it seems like Honda will be leading the new and used automotive industry for a considerable period of time, in spite of efforts by competitors to launch a range of new models. Well done.

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