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It was another brilliant outing for one of the leading auto giant in Nigeria, Coscahris Motors Plc through its local assembly arm of the business, Coscharis Assembly Plant as it carted home the award of the Outstanding Auto Assembling Company of the Year at this years’ Marketing Edge 10^th anniversary Summit and Awards held recently in Lagos.

Coscharis Assembly Plant which is a Semi – Knocked Down (SKD) plant located at the group head office of Coscharis Group at Awoyaya, Lagos currently assembles iconic brands like the Ford and Renault. Specifically, the plant assembles the Ford Ranger, Renault Duster and Logan respectively.

Receiving the award on behalf of the Company, the General Manager, Marketing and Corporate Communications, Coscharis Group, Abiona Babarinde dedicated the award to customers that believed in the locally assembled vehicles produced from the plant with their patronage over the years. In his words, “this award is to reconfirm the pedigree of Coscharis Motors as a leading player to reckon with when it comes to setting standards in the automotive industry in Nigeria. This is another confirmation and endorsement by the marketing media sector as pace setter of Coscharis’ positive contribution to the growth of the automotive industry in Nigeria. This award is dedicated to all our numerous customers for their patronage and also to our partners (Ford and Renault brands) for believing in us to deliver locally assembled vehicles in our country that meets the global standard of their various brands”.

The Coscharis Assembling Plant remains one of the surviving local assembly plants in Nigeria despite the challenging business environment. The Company has resolved to turn all the challenges to opportunities in delivering local contents by way of setting standards when it comes to local assembling of respected automobile brands in Nigeria for Nigerians at affordable prices without compromising the global standard and quality. 

About Coscharis Motors Assembly Plant

Coscharis Motors Plc started the assembly of Semi –Knocked Down (SKD) vehicles in 2015 when the Nigeria government introduced the New Automotive Policy. It started temporarily at their Ikeja facility with JoyLong buses which is an eighteen seater bus and Ford Ranger which are pickups of 4×4 double cabin, 4×2 double cabin and 4×2 single cabin respectively. It was later moved to the ultra-modern main Plant located at the Group head office, Awoyaya, Lekki – Epe Expressway, Lagos in the year 2017; when they included Renault Duster 4×4, 4×2 SUV and also Renault Logan which is a saloon car. The production capacity of the main assembly plant stands at about 90 vehicles per day but the current production has painfully been reduced to about 10 vehicles per day which is due to so many factors like lack of conducive business environment, lack of infrastructure, inconsistent policy support, low patronage of locally assembled vehicles in Nigeria amongst others. Staff strength for the Assembly plant is 86 (74 Nigerians and 12 expatriates). There are aftersales facilities for the brands in all the major cities of the country where original parts from partner OEMs are stocked.

At full capacity running, the assembly plant will be able to fill in the gap of imported used vehicles into the country and by extension influence the delivery of Foreign Direct Investments (FDI) in the automotive industry with other brands opening similar plants like we presently experience in South Africa with a better conducive business environment. Taking into consideration the multiple expected implication of generating more employment and opportunities for Nigerians to own cheaper vehicles that are produced specifically for the terrain with the ready market advantage of over 200million population.

Michael Ikiebe

Marketing and Corporate Communications Executive

+234 – 808 – 389 – 4956

DISCLAIMER – IMPERSONATION OF DR. COSMAS MADUKA, CON
It has come to our attention that imposter(s) and fraudulent individual(s) are impersonating our President, Dr. Cosmas Maduka, CON with the intent to defraud people online through a WhatsApp Group platform. We have received reports of a person using our President’s name and photograph to create a WhatsApp group to offer Ponzi schemes investment opportunities.
Please note:
Dr. Cosmas Maduka, CON, President / CEO of Coscharis Group did not create any of such WhatsApp groups, neither is he on any social media platforms for ‘investment schemes’
The number used for impersonating Dr. Cosmas Maduka, CON, and creating the fraudulent WhatsApp group is +234 904 484 5963

Consequently, Dr. Cosmas Maduka, CON will not be responsible to anyone that joins the fraudulent WhatsApp group for any investment motive.
Dr. Cosmas Maduka, CON reserves the right to take legal action, including criminal action against such individuals/entities.
Also attached is the screenshot of the fraudulent WhatsApp platform for the records.

Best Regards,

Signed:
For Coscharis Group

Chito Ndubuisi,

Abiona Babarinde
Company Secretary GM,

Marketing and Corporate Communications
Coscharis Group Coscharis Group

All is now set by the leading automobile dealer in Nigeria, Coscharis Motors Plc, the exclusive distributors of Ford, Renault, Ford Truck and a number of other iconic global automobile brands in the country to attend this years Lagos Motor Fair. The Fair, which is in its 16th edition, will hold from May 30 to June 4, 2022 at the Balmoral Convention Centre, Federal Palace Hotel & Casino, Lagos.
Coscharis Motors will be exhibiting three brands at the motor fair, namely, Ford, Renault and Ford Trucks. While Ford and Renault will feature passenger vehicles including sedan, SUVs and Pick-Up trucks, Ford Trucks will be featuring heavy Duty Commercial Vehicles (HDCV) ranging from Tractor Heads to Dump Trucks, Concrete Mixer and Tippers.
The company promises to delight her numerous customers with special promotional offers across the three brands at the fair. The highpoint of the motor fair will be the unveiling of a new Ford name plate, BRONCO, into the Nigerian market.
According to Abiona Babarinde, the General Manager, Marketing and Corporate Communications, Coscharis Group, “As the exclusive representative of these three brands in Nigeria, we are bringing our showrooms closer to our customers at the fair. Also we are excited to announce that we will be delighting our customers with the many mouth-watering offers we have lined up for them at the motor fair. We are also keen to reveal the latest addition to our Ford brand in Nigeria, the BRONCO.
While at the fair ground, Coscharis Motors will also offer vehicle sales, after sales services, trade-in options and vehicle finance options (in partnership with Coscharis Mobility and some other finance companies) to her customers at the motor fair. This is to deliver a total brand experience to customers and prospects alike when they visit the Coscharis pavilion throughout the duration of the fair.
About Us
Coscharis Motors Plc has the exclusive franchise for Ford, Renault and Ford Truck brands in Nigeria with dedicated sales and service showrooms and workshops in all the six geopolitical zones.

Contact:
Felix Mahan
Brand Manager
Tel: 08023159925
Email: felixmahan@Coscharisgroup.com

Mrs. Charity N. Maduka is the Vice – President of the Coscharis Group since its inception as the co – owner of the conglomerate.

In her capacity, she was once the Executive Director supervising the Administrative, Legal, Works / Maintenance, Export, Technologies teams of the organization between 1984 and 2003. Under her tutelage, she was able to grow the business by creating value via the various strategic departments she supervised within the organization.

As a board member of the group, in the year 2005, she later became the Executive Chairman / COO of two of the subsidiaries of the Coscharis Group namely Coscharis Beverages Limited and Coscharis Properties Limited respectively which she manages till date.

Mrs. Charity N. Maduka is a trained professional teacher and caterer. She attended Teachers’ Training College, Nsugbe in Anambra State from 1979 – 1981. Also attended Consertum Institute of Catering and Hotel Management, Idi – Araba, Lagos State from February – July, 1983.

She had a brief stint as a teacher at Akamili Central School, Umudim – Nnewi between October and December, 1981. Also at Tolu Primary School III, Tolu Village, Ajeromi Ifelodun / Apapa, LGA, Lagos between January 1982 – January 1983. She had equally attended various Leadership and Entrepreneurship training seminars / courses both home and abroad.

She is happily married since 1978 to her soul – mate in person of Dr Cosmas M. Maduka, the President / CEO, Coscharis Group and blessed with four wonderful sons and a daughter who are all intelligent children poised for greatness in life.

With gratitude to the Almighty God and total submission to His will, the board and the entire Executive team of Coscharis Group hereby announce the sudden death of our Vice – President, Mrs. Charity Maduka. She died peacefully in her family home in Nnewi, Anambra State, Nigeria on the evening of Saturday 27 November, 2021. She was born on January 15, 1958.

Further details will be announced by the family at a later time.

Our condolences go to our President / CEO, Dr. Cosmas Maduka and his family.

Thank you

Abiona Babarinde

General Manager,

Marketing and Corporate Communications

Coscharis Group

+234 802 778 8760

abionababarinde@coscharisgroup.net

The leading automobile Company, Coscharis Motors Plc recently introduced the All new Jaguar F-PACE at a media reveal in the Jaguar Land Rover showroom in Awoyaya, Lagos. It was a gathering of media partners to the Company across luxury and auto segments who became some of the first group of stakeholders to have a feel of the new vehicle in Nigeria.
Setting the pace for the day was the opening remarks by the General Manager, Marketing and Corporate Communications, Coscharis Group in person of Abiona Babarinde who officially welcomed all the media partners to the official unveil of the new Jaguar F-PACE. In his words, “we are delighted as the exclusive representative of the Jaguar Land Rover brand in Nigeria over the years to once again introduce the All New Jaguar F-PACE into the Nigeria market at this point in time. The luxury performance SUV brings together award-winning design, Jaguar performance and intuitive technologies to make every journey feel extraordinary.
Riding on the acceptance of the SUV variant of the Jaguar brand by Nigerians gives us lots of confidence that this new Jaguar F-PACE will equally do well like the previous models. More importantly for Jaguar enthusiasts, Coscharis Motors aside from the unique aftersales deliverables that come with our Sales offerings, this time around has come up with series of vehicle finance schemes in partnership with reputable finance institutions including our sister firm, Coscharis Mobility to ease the purchase of this luxury item without much of financial stress. This scheme guarantees ownership with as low as 10% to 30% down payment of the principal amount of the vehicle and you are god to go with your dream vehicle”,
Showcasing the unique selling propositions of the new Jaguar F Pace to the media team present, the Deputy General Manager, Sales for the Jaguar Land Rover brand, Ufuoma Umukoro said “the new Jaguar F-PACE which comes in two modes S and R- Dynamic, delivers a tranquil sanctuary for you and your passengers. Premium materials, new colourways and improved seat comfort are found throughout the all-new interior’’.
The new F-PACE features an 8 speed automatic transmission with an improved torque and acceleration, CO2 emissions are reduced to 170g/km with fuel economy now down to 7.3/100km.The transmission and dynamics systems have also benefitted from incremental tweaks. You can choose between full dynamic performance and maximizing fuel economy. JaguarDrive Control performs gearshifts more quickly in Dynamic Mode and earlier up-shifts in Eco Mode. Rain, mud Mode switches to more gentle progress in low grip conditions. At the same time, F-PACE is now more comfortable and enjoyable to drive at a relaxed pace, without compromising its high-speed dynamics, further underlining the new model’s duality of purpose.
He stated further that “for hassle-free repairs and replacements, customers can enjoy the reassurance of our standard five-year manufacturer’s warranty and five-year complimentary service, which is a first in the luxury segment”.
The reveal event was rounded up with a facility tour of the Jaguar Land Rover workshop where the aftersales team delivers the ‘peace of mind’ for customers in maintaining their favorite luxury automobile.
Further Upgrades
DRIVING PERFORMANCE
The steering system is enhanced with a new electronic power-assistance system delivering greater immediacy, providing a heightened connection between the vehicle and driver. Jaguar All-Wheel Drive with Intelligent Driveline Dynamics is a predictive all-wheel drive system. While others become active only after the car loses traction, our system pre-emptively shifts torque to the front wheels to maintain control and composure before grip is lost.
EXTERIOR DESIGN
The seamless bonnet, deeper grille, new double ‘J’ blade signature headlights and wider vents all add to Jaguar F PACE’s dynamic stance and on-road presence. The new integrated exhaust finishers compliment the redesigned rear bumper, further highlighting the purposeful stance.

INTERIOR PEACE, QUIET AND COMFORT

With Active road noise cancellation, thanks to the innovative technology from audio experts Meridian Audio7; reduced levels of vibration, F PACE’s newly redesigned interior features Luxtec or leather wrapped surfaces offers an improved ride comfort.

WIRELESS CHARGING
Optional wireless device charging with phone signal booster lets you charge compatible smartphones without the need for wires or a charging dock. While in the car, your phone will use the vehicle’s antenna for improved signal and clearer calls.
DRIVER ASSISTANCE
Jaguar F-PACE has been built with driver assistance features that help make getting around town and parking easier, and driving on motorways more enjoyable. These technologies enhance your drive by helping to take the stress out of it.

Foremost automobile company and sole distributor of Renault brand in Nigeria, Coscharis Motors Plc, has announced mouth-watering offers for its Renault customers throughout the month of April, in the spirit of the Easter celebrations. These giveaways include, free ABRO Generator, 5% price discount, free insurance, free vehicle registration and first 2 services free of charge.

Announcing these offerings, Felix Mahan, the Brand Manager, Renault at Coscharis Motors said, “We are excited to offer this bumper Easter giveaways to our Renault customers; It is our special way of welcoming new customers to own a brand new Renault vehicle with lots of other juicy products which include a brand new Abro generator. This equally extends to existing Renault customers who may wish to trade-in their current cars for the latest models of the French made vehicles”.

The Easter giveaway offering is available on the Renault Kwid and Koleos only.

In the same vein, Abiona Babarinde, the General Manager, Marketing and Corporate Communications, Coscharis Group posited that the Easter festive period was chosen specifically to encourage numerous stakeholders towards purchasing both the Renault Kwid and Koleos. Babarinde said, “Since we took over the responsibility of representing the respected French brand in Nigeria, we felt it will not be a bad idea to use this festive period of Easter to delight our numerous stakeholders who will be discerning to own a brand new vehicle during this period. The good thing about this special campaign is that it is open to both existing owners of the Renault brand and others that are yet to have a feel of this iconic French brand. Again, aside the mouth offering giveaways, Coscharis as the exclusive franchise owner of the brand in Nigeria promises to deliver the total brand experience beyond just the new purchase. We are equipped with the original parts, right tools to fix the original parts and the certified Renault technicians to deliver your total aftersales experience throughout our workshop outlets located in all the six geo – political zones in Nigeria”.

RENAULT KWID

The Renault Kwid is a compact car with the robustness and look of an SUV. It brings together the practicality of a compact car with the specifications of a genuine SUV: a sturdy and striking design, as well as economy and technological advances. Besides, its front grille, 14” wheel rims and door mirror shells give it a distinctive look when compared to other cars in its class.

Renault KWID’s interior space is a masterful blend of modernity and ergonomics. The car is roomy and comfortable for driver and passengers alike. And, for added convenience, Renault KWID is equipped with numerous storage spaces and a spacious boot (290 litres), making day-to-day life easier.

RENAULT KOLEOS

Renault Koleos is an SUV specially designed to broaden your outlook. An unprecedented combination of power and refinement, its assertive design pushes the boundaries of what is expected and expresses itself with bold style. Its confident stature commands respect. An SUV with broad shoulders and muscular side panels, its robust front end, broad tyres and large wheelbase give it the look of a partner that can rise to any challenge. The Renault Koleos takes you further, whichever path you take, whatever your quest.

The Renault Koleos can be described as the art of drawing attention. It embodies new aspirations. Charismatic, with a sense of detail and personality enhanced by its sleek appearance and athletic curves. Everything in the Koleos is designed for your driving pleasure. The ergonomics of the centre console, which puts the main controls at your fingertips, the technologies controlled by the R-LINK 2 multimedia system with its 8.7-inch touchscreen, the personalisation of the TFT instrument panel and the innovative driver assistance tools all help create an unprecedented experience combining pleasure and ease on board.

The design of the Koleos and the choice of materials will meet all of your expectations. The finish of the overstitched leather, the satin finish of the chrome inserts and the immaculate trim of the doors provide a level of comfort that is worthy of a large saloon. The grab handles on either side of the centre console and the raised driving position let you know that you are in a real SUV.

The Koleos allows you to immerse yourself in a rich acoustic experience, as intense as a live concert, with the Bose® audio system. Configure the features of the large, connected R-LINK 2 touch screen, taking full control of the vehicle, multimedia, navigation, telephone and driving assistance functions. The generous amount of space has been dedicated to your comfort and that of your passengers. Your seat hugs you whilst the sunroof opens up new perspectives. You experience the spirit of adventure that comes with SUVs from the comfort of your “cocoon”, both in front and in the rear. To make your life easier, Renault has fitted the New Koleos with Remote Engine Start. Programme it with the time that you want your vehicle to start and by the time you step into your car, the temperature inside will be perfect. Welcome to a new kind of comfort with programmable settings.

Drive the New Koleos and experience the e­ffect of its all-terrain ALL MODE 4×4-i technology; its engine, connected to its new X-Tronic gearbox; and its numerous driver assistance technologies—not to mention the unique quality of its Bose® sound system. It’s the kind of performance that will always take you further, be it on an urban adventure or o­ the beaten track.

There are two variants of the Renault Koleos available in the Nigerian market to select from, ZEN which is the 2WD CVT, 5 speed automatic transmission and INTENSE, which is the 4WD CVT, 5 speed automatic transmission.

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