Audi Australia recently celebrated the achievements of its national network at the 2023 Dealer of the Year Awards.
The event, hosted by Audi Ambassador Melissa Doyle and Director of Audi Australia Jeff Mannering, took place at the Sydney Town Hall.
It featured a performance by musician Reigan Derry and a menu designed by Audi Ambassador Guillaume Brahimi.
The evening was an occasion to recognise and honour the brand’s remarkable successes from the past year.
Amidst the challenges posed by the automotive industry in 2023, including supply chain disruptions and logistical hurdles, Audi Australia commended its dealer partners for their resilience and commitment to excellence.
The 2023 Audi Dealer of the Year Awards served as a platform to applaud the performances of the Australian dealer network, highlighting their dedication to delivering unparalleled service and customer experience.
Mannering expressed his appreciation for the commitment demonstrated by the dealer network throughout the year.
“Audi Dealer of the Year is a prestigious award presented to the best of the best who set the benchmark in sales and aftersales. The winners delivered a true premium experience to our customers in their journey with our brand,” said Mannering.
“Despite last year’s turbulent circumstances, maintaining performance is always a collective responsibility, and indeed, we delivered. One defining reason behind our success is our dealer network’s unwavering commitment to the Audi brand.”
The dealer network and several distinguished guests attended the evening. Among them were representatives from the international headquarters, AUDI AG, including Christian Gussen, Head of Overseas Markets Region (Asia), and Patrick Leeb, Sales Manager for Australia, alongside the newly appointed Managing Director of Volkswagen Group Australia, Karsten Seifert.
In addition to the distinguished guests, attendees were treated to a display featuring the Audi Q4 e-tron and a 1936 Auto Union C Type racer, showcasing just two examples of Audi’s rich history. These special guests’ presence underscores the occasion’s significance.
The evening saw Audi Centre Parramatta claim the top spot in the Major Metropolitan category for Dealer of the Year, while Audi Centre Mosman emerged victorious in the Metropolitan category. AudiAlto Central Coast secured first place in the Provincial category, with Audi Centre Hobart taking home the honours in the Rural category.
The event also highlighted Audi dealerships’ commitment to giving back locally through the Audi Foundation. The Audi Foundation Award, presented to four deserving category winners, acknowledged each dealer’s charitable endeavours in supporting the Foundation’s initiatives and making a positive impact on Australian communities.
“No matter what challenges we faced last year, I thank our partners for their resilience and willingness to perform in a tough environment. I want to thank our dealers for their passion for the Audi brand,” said Mannering.
As Audi Australia looks ahead to the future, the company remains committed to fostering a culture of excellence and innovation within its dealer network, ensuring that customers receive exceptional service at every touchpoint.
The overall winners and place-getters for the 2023 Audi Dealer of the Year Awards were:
1st Place – Major Metropolitan Audi Centre Parramatta
2nd Place – Major Metropolitan Audi Centre Sydney
= 3rd Place – Major Metropolitan Audi Solitaire and Audi Five Dock
1st Place – Metropolitan Audi Centre Mosman
2nd Place – Metropolitan Audi Sutherland
3rd Place – Metropolitan Audi Alto Pennant Hills
1st Place – Provincial Audi Alto Central Coast
2nd Place – Provincial Audi Alto Macarthur
3rd Place – Provincial Audi Mornington
1st Place – Rural Audi Centre Hobart
2nd Place – Rural Audi Centre Bellbowrie
3rd Place – Rural Audi Centre Cairns
1st Place – Audi Foundation Award Major Metropolitan Audi Centre Perth
1st Place – Audi Foundation Award Metropolitan Audi Alto Pennant Hills
1st Place – Audi Foundation Award Provincial Audi Alto Macarthur
1st Place – Audi Foundation Award Rural Audi Centre Ballarat
