Wolfgang Bernhard
Wolfgang Bernhard
Wolfgang Bernhardis a member of the Board of Management of Daimler AG. He served as the former President and COO of Chrysler from 2000 to 2004...
Wolfgang Bernhard quotes about
desires family friendly large market palette product quickly segment speaks specific tap van
The product palette of Volkswagen hasn't had a family friendly van which speaks to the specific desires of our American customers. With this new vehicle, we will quickly tap into another large market segment with our own product.
european export lose production questions raises united united-states
When we export to the United States, to the NAFTA region, we lose three-digit-million numbers, ... That raises questions about our European production facilities.
good grow heart high keys quality roots value
Volkswagen will grow strong. We know where our roots like, in the heart of the value segment. High quality and good value are the keys to doing that.
among cologne coming delighted event germany message nations optimism people sending sign supporting together understanding valuable ways youth
We are delighted to be supporting an important event such as the World Youth Day, ... The young people coming together in Cologne are our future. The message of tolerance, optimism and understanding among nations they are sending all over the world comes from Germany this year, in many ways a valuable sign in itself.
although architecture basic chrysler dodge shares
Although the Volkswagen minivan shares its basic architecture with upcoming Chrysler and Dodge vehicles, this will be an all-new product.
although architecture basic chrysler dodge shares
Although the Volkswagen mini-van shares its basic architecture with upcoming Chrysler and Dodge vehicles, this will be an all new product.
cars reason
There was only ever one reason for delaying the launch: the cars were not right. Even if only one in 10 is having problems, then I will not give my approval.
car confident corner rising sales turned united united-states
I think we have turned the corner in the United States. I am very confident we will see rising car sales in the United States.
corner turned united united-states
I think we have turned the corner in the United States,
activities closing consider far operations partner position secure
We must consider closing those (car parts) operations that are far from being competitive. Or we find a partner that will take over these activities who is in a better position to secure jobs.
factories german prices produce
Our German factories must be able produce at prices appropriate for export.
cannot lean step
This is just the first step on a long way. We cannot lean back and be complacent.
enter families market meets missing necessary product segment van
In the VW product range, we are missing a van for families which meets the necessary requirements of our American customers. With this new vehicle, we are going to enter another important market segment with our own product.
bring five models
By 2010, we will bring between five and 10 completely new models ... to market.