Postive TVR news.....
Discussion
Not sure if this has been posted already but saw this on Dealer Web page......
"Following TVR's announcement last year that it is to discontinue production at its Bristol Avenue factory in Blackpool by 2007, the company has brought forward its plans to coincide with the cessation of its current lease, which would otherwise require long-term renewal. TVR is to relocate most of its assembly process to a more suitable facility, the exact location of which cannot yet be released. The cars will continue to be hand-built to customers' orders by highly skilled craftsmen using mostly proprietary components, but the impressive new technology, processes and techniques with which they'll be constructed and tested is considerably more advanced. This will mean a significant and more consistent step-up in precision, quality, reliability and durability, as well as in compliancy with the international requirements necessary to sell more concertedly into Europe and ultimately into the lucrative US and Middle East markets. TVRs have been built at Bristol Avenue since the 1970s, so it is regrettable that cut-backs to the local production team are necessary, the first of which took place last week. The company is confident, however, that this difficult decision is the right one to secure its long-term stability and foothold within the competitive, low-volume sports car industry, as well as to continue to improve its product and to successfully break into the wider international marketplace. TVR also wishes to clarify that although slow winter sales did hit the company and the automotive industry as a whole, its sales have not slumped generally, with demand remaining fairly constant. The logistics arm of the business will also be modernised to improve the availability of parts and the timeframes within which they're delivered. The entire change-over has, of course, been carefully planned to minimise disruption, and all current authorised dealerships and service centres remain unaffected. TVR has been delighted with the excellent reaction from the press and the public to its newest models, the Sagaris coupe, the Tuscan convertible and the completely reworked Tuscan targa, all of which are now backed by a comprehensive three-year/36,000-mile warranty. TVR will be exhibiting at the forthcoming Motor Show and is looking forward to enjoying the continued support of its customers and emphatic enthusiasts in the UK and throughout the world, as well as to attracting new ones with the positive progress of the company and its cars. TVR is also preparing for its 60th anniversary celebrations next year."
"Following TVR's announcement last year that it is to discontinue production at its Bristol Avenue factory in Blackpool by 2007, the company has brought forward its plans to coincide with the cessation of its current lease, which would otherwise require long-term renewal. TVR is to relocate most of its assembly process to a more suitable facility, the exact location of which cannot yet be released. The cars will continue to be hand-built to customers' orders by highly skilled craftsmen using mostly proprietary components, but the impressive new technology, processes and techniques with which they'll be constructed and tested is considerably more advanced. This will mean a significant and more consistent step-up in precision, quality, reliability and durability, as well as in compliancy with the international requirements necessary to sell more concertedly into Europe and ultimately into the lucrative US and Middle East markets. TVRs have been built at Bristol Avenue since the 1970s, so it is regrettable that cut-backs to the local production team are necessary, the first of which took place last week. The company is confident, however, that this difficult decision is the right one to secure its long-term stability and foothold within the competitive, low-volume sports car industry, as well as to continue to improve its product and to successfully break into the wider international marketplace. TVR also wishes to clarify that although slow winter sales did hit the company and the automotive industry as a whole, its sales have not slumped generally, with demand remaining fairly constant. The logistics arm of the business will also be modernised to improve the availability of parts and the timeframes within which they're delivered. The entire change-over has, of course, been carefully planned to minimise disruption, and all current authorised dealerships and service centres remain unaffected. TVR has been delighted with the excellent reaction from the press and the public to its newest models, the Sagaris coupe, the Tuscan convertible and the completely reworked Tuscan targa, all of which are now backed by a comprehensive three-year/36,000-mile warranty. TVR will be exhibiting at the forthcoming Motor Show and is looking forward to enjoying the continued support of its customers and emphatic enthusiasts in the UK and throughout the world, as well as to attracting new ones with the positive progress of the company and its cars. TVR is also preparing for its 60th anniversary celebrations next year."
Excellent post, thanks for sharing!
It sounds strange, but reading that has lifted my spirits about TVR and Im glad to see some news of a positive nature heading out of the Blackpool factory.
If they're aiming to sell more cars in Europe, does that mean that ABS, Airbags and TCS are going to be standard on the newly produced/released models?
It sounds strange, but reading that has lifted my spirits about TVR and Im glad to see some news of a positive nature heading out of the Blackpool factory.
If they're aiming to sell more cars in Europe, does that mean that ABS, Airbags and TCS are going to be standard on the newly produced/released models?
Now why couldn't they write the press release like that in the first place?
They could have saved LOTS of trouble and angst and uncertainty. It's still got lots of holes in it
(Like the way the new location question is still rather woolly) but it's a mile away from the tone and
presentation of the initial releases earlier this week.
I'd have to assume that this is the work of someone rather more skilled than TVRs own PR department!
Andy
They could have saved LOTS of trouble and angst and uncertainty. It's still got lots of holes in it
(Like the way the new location question is still rather woolly) but it's a mile away from the tone and
presentation of the initial releases earlier this week.
I'd have to assume that this is the work of someone rather more skilled than TVRs own PR department!
Andy
page3 said:
This was published a few days back, but because it isn't 'sensational' none of the news sources are mentioning it.
Well, as anyone in PR will tell you, the first story is the one you run. If the story teller gets it wrong then thats hard cheese. TVR's own PR incompetance set the hounds running. Thats how the media works, like it or not and anyone dealing with them needs to be aware of that or they should not be in the job.
Andy
Agreed. Its far more fun to publish sensational stories of "company goes down the tubes" rather than a considered article.
Bear in mind the factory move has been talked about on PH for a considerable period of time so it's no suprise. We knew TVR were moving, just not to where... yet.
Bear in mind the factory move has been talked about on PH for a considerable period of time so it's no suprise. We knew TVR were moving, just not to where... yet.
jagdpanther said:
If they're aiming to sell more cars in Europe, does that mean that ABS, Airbags and TCS are going to be standard on the newly produced/released models?
I hope so. It will also sell more cars to people simply looking for a fine, modern sportscar - who don't actually care whether or not its made by TVR/Porsche/Mercedes or whoever.
The enthusiasts will already buy them - now they need new customers - many of whom will want to "box tick" the usual safety features...
All the best to TVR in their new home - wherever it is - may they sell cars by the truckload.
steve11 / press release said:Would anyone like to guess as to the elements in bold ?
...The cars will continue to be hand-built to customers' orders by highly skilled craftsmen using mostly proprietary components, but the impressive new technology, processes and techniques with which they'll be constructed and tested is considerably more advanced. This will mean a significant and more consistent step-up in precision, quality, reliability and durability...
amcphillips said:
Has everyone seen the new press release about the special limited edition hand finished brochures? At least we know what the staff have been doing when they weren't building cars!
Posted this morning, pretty amazing innit? Talking of rose glasses and head in the clouds . . .
RichardD said:
...The cars will continue to be hand-built to customers' orders by highly skilled craftsmen using mostly proprietary components, but the impressive new technology, processes and techniques with which they'll be constructed and tested is considerably more advanced. This will mean a significant and more consistent step-up in precision, quality, reliability and durability...
Errrr, bigger Nammer
dinkel said:
Has everyone seen the new press release about the special limited edition hand finished brochures? At least we know what the staff have been doing when they weren't building cars!
Posted this morning, pretty amazing innit? Talking of rose glasses and head in the clouds . . .
Surely that's just to get people into their showrooms (where they can be reassured by the dealers).
Doesn't seem the worst idea in the world.....
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