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APOLLO Motorhome Holidays, the world's largest privately owned leisure
vehicle operators and largest RV rental fleet operator in Australia, has
officially taken over the distribution of Adria recreational vehicles.
Chief executive Luke Trouchet was "delighted" with the new partnership
between the two brands, reassuring the more than 1000 existing Australian
Adria customers that their RVs would now be considered part of the newly
established network.
"We believe Australians looking for a middle-priced, lightweight, high
quality caravan will be very interested in the Adria range," he said.
“They have been designed specifically for the Australian market with
bright, flexible interiors and durable exteriors to suit tough
conditions."
The four-berth Adria Altea 432 and Altea 512 models would be available at
the Brisbane premier dealership in Nudgee Road, Northgate, and from Adria
dealers in May.
Meanwhile, it is still business as normal for Apollo's manufacturing brand
TALVOR, which will continue to produce its own economical caravan range
and popular motorhomes.
TALVOR recently launched its revamped version of the flagship four-berth
Hayman motorhome, which has consistently been one of the best-selling
models since beng introduced in 2011.
Questions and answers:
Q: What will happen to current Adria owners and their warranties?
A: In the event of service or warranty repairs being required, it is
recommended that customers contact their authorised dealer first. From March
1, 2014, all products purchased from authorised Adria dealers in
Australia will be honoured and treated under their existing warranties by
Apollo. Customers should check the website www.adriamobil.com.au, phone
1800 804 392 or email warranty@adriaaustralia.com.au from March 1, 2014
for more information.
Q: Is there a list of new dealers, or will things remain unchanged?
A: In Queensland, the Adria dealership on the Gold Coast has recently
closed. An Adria dealership is being established at Apollo’s headquarters at 698 Nudgee Road, Northgate. Outside of
Queensland, other Adria dealers and service agents will remain.
Q: What models will be available?
A: The first Adria models to be stocked at the Brisbane Superstore will be
the Altea 432 and Altea 512, expected to arrive from April, 2014, onwards.
Apollo is working closely with Adria on the development of a 2015 range
for both the Altea and Adora models.
Q: How does Apollo, being one of Australia’s biggest builders of RVs,
feel about importing and selling foreign-built caravans?
A: Apollo is very excited to be working with one of Europe’s leading RV
and caravan manufacturers. Apollo and Adria share a goal of offering the
best quality products that are designed and cater for demand in the market
with reliable after sales support and value for money for our customers.
Both parties see a lot of potential for growth in the market and share the
same ambition to take the caravan and RV offerings in Australia to the
next level.
Q: Does Apollo plan to increase the rate of sales?
A: Apollo sees great potential for the Adria RV range in the Australian
market. While the initial focus is on the Adria caravans, Apollo will also
consider Adria-built motorhomes for possible future retail opportunities.
Q: Will Adria caravans make a showing at the major caravan and camping
shows which are now underway?
A: Apollo intends to have a presence at the 2014 Brisbane Caravan and
Camping show, and will work closely with the brand's current dealers to
explore opportunities at regional Australian camping shows.
Q: Does Apollo have any comments on how Adria caravans, being
lightweight, cope with Australia conditions, or with the soaring rate of
fuel costs is this an advantage which helps sales?
A: The initial Adria caravans to be retailed by Apollo have been designed
and built specifically for Australian standards. There are more than 1000
existing Adria consumers in Australia who have experienced very few
problems. All future Adria RVs will be designed in partnership with
Apolllo and manufactured to their specifications to suit Australian
terrain.
