MG Motor has chosen Jiad Modern Motors, a Mohamed Yousuf Naghi Company, to serve as the brand's new and official distributor in Saudi Arabia. The appointment is effective immediately and is in accordance with the British-born automaker's regional retail network expansion strategy, which aims to make its lineup of incredibly popular automobiles accessible to as many customers as possible.
The announcement was marked by an official agreement signing ceremony at the headquarters of Mohamed Yousuf Naghi, which was attended by MG Motor's Managing Director for the Middle East and North Africa, Mr. Tom Lee, as well as Mohamed Yousuf Naghi, Chairman and Senior Executives. This new partnership comes in advance of the brand's impending centennial and as the brand is already well-established in Saudi Arabia and throughout the Middle East. In 2022, more customers than ever purchased MG's elegant, well-equipped, high-tech, and high-value automobiles, allowing the brand to enter the GCC's top six automakers for the first time.
Jiad Modern Motors will shortly open showrooms in Jeddah, Riyadh, and Dammam, with a total of six facilities planned by the end of 2023. At the heart of this partnership is an unwavering commitment to improve the MG ownership experience through network expansion plans and a comprehensive suite of high-quality aftersales services, ensuring a positive experience for every MG owner. This commitment exemplifies MG Motor and Mohamed Youssef Naghi Company's shared commitment to customer fulfillment by demonstrating an impressive parts supply in the Kingdom.
All legitimate warranties for MG vehicles already on the roads in the country will remain unaffected by the transition to a new retail partner. Existing proprietors will continue to receive the highest level of customer service throughout the entire kingdom.
Tom Lee, Managing Director of MG Motor Middle East and North Africa, stated, "As MG Motor approaches its centennial, Mohamed Yousuf Naghi is the optimal partner to bolster our strong position in the Kingdom. They are experts in the automotive industry and have the resources necessary to propel MG Motor to the next level. As one of our most important global markets, Saudi Arabia's highly competitive automotive market means that customers expect only the highest standards of service, and we look forward to collaborating with our new partner to raise these standards."
Chairman Mohamed Yousef Naghi stated, "This partnership reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence in the Saudi automotive industry. Teaming up with MG Motor not only reaffirms our dedication to bringing the finest vehicles to the Saudi automotive market but also demonstrates our resolve to set new standards for customer satisfaction."
Car purchasers in Saudi Arabia will have access to the entire lineup of MG's best-selling models in the Middle East, including the MG RX5, MG ONE, and MG GT, as well as the brand's newest electric vehicles, the MG HS PHEV and the MG ZS EV. All models are backed by the finest manufacturer warranty in the region, which is six years or 200,000 kilometers, or eight years or 200,000 kilometers for the battery packs on electric models, providing the utmost peace of mind.
The appointment of Jiad Modern Motors will enable MG to expand its presence in Saudi Arabia, where the brand has experienced rapid growth in recent years. The MG ZS and MG 5 were the brand's best-selling models in the United Kingdom in 2022, propelling the company's sales to a remarkable level.
This partnership will reshape the Saudi automotive industry, combining MG's peerless reputation as one of the Kingdom's favorite car brands with the Mohamed Yousef Naghi Company's unmatched expertise and legacy. As a result, customers can anticipate a unique experience characterized by quality vehicles and exceptional service.