Al Yousuf, a leading diversified holding group based in Dubai, announced today the launch of Advantage Taxi, Sharjah’s fourth taxi franchise and Al Yousuf’s latest enterprise.
With superior customer service and a distinctive blue and pink colour scheme for its Chevrolet Epica sedans and Uplander family vans, Advantage Taxi is looking to catch the eye of customers across the emirate.
“We want people looking for a taxi to say, ‘I want the pink one’,” said Suhail Zain Eldeen, Chief Operations Officer, Al Yousuf Group. “That’s why we’ve chosen the Epica, to give customers a better, more comfortable ride, and that’s why we are giving our drivers the best training to ensure they drive well and offer that extra customer service touch, like opening the door.”
A 20-day training program for every driver, all of whom speak English, includes classes in safe driving, customer service, appropriate presentation and behavior.
“This business marks a strategic step for the group and reflects our commitment both to diversifying into new areas and expanding the scope of our operations in fields were we have a strong competitive advantage,” Zain Eldeen said, a reference to the group’s many vehicle distributorships through Al Yousuf Motors, which include General Motors’ brands such as Chevrolet and other manufacturers, such as Daihatsu, Daewoo, Suzuki and Yamaha.
During the next six months, Sharjah-registered Advantage Taxi will bring its full fleet up to 850 vehicles, primarily Chevrolet Epicas but also 20 Chevrolet Uplander family vans. The first family-sized taxi vehicles in Sharjah, the Uplanders are ideal for larger groups and for those with lots of luggage on their way to or from the Sharjah International Airport.
“Sharjah Transport Authority is pleased to award this taxi license to such a pioneering and established company as Al Yousuf. With a strong history of growth that has always served the development of the UAE, Al Yousuf will contribute to the increasingly vibrant Sharjah economy, and its continued growth, through the Advantage Taxi franchise,” said Abdallah Al Zari, Sharjah Transport Authority General Manager.
Advantage Taxi, which will have more than 900 drivers when it reaches full strength, is the first in the UAE to operate a fleet of Chevrolet vehicles.
About Al Yousuf Motors
Al Yousuf Motors is the dealer for some of the world’s leading automobile brands, including Chevrolet, Daihatsu, Daewoo and Suzuki. The company has its origins with the appointment of Al Yousuf as the agent for Daihatsu Motors in 1969, followed by Suzuki in 1976, GM Chevrolet/Buick in 1977 and Daewoo Motors in 1985.
Through its seven showrooms across the UAE, Al Yousuf Motors is devoted to bringing the highest levels of customer service and satisfaction to the market. Al Yousuf sales executives work closely with every customer to provide just the right vehicle to meet their needs.
About Al Yousuf Group
The Al Yousuf Group was founded in Dubai in 1953 and since that time has steadily grown to become one of the leading commercial groups in the UAE. Al Yousuf operates across a wide range of industries, including automobiles, marine, manufacturing, real estate, information and communication technology, electronics goods and chemicals.
With “partnership” at the core of all its activities, the Group has developed strong value-added relationships with major international brands Chevrolet, Yamaha, Daihatsu, Daewoo and Suzuki in the auto and marine segments, LG in electronics, and ATI/Sapphire, Avaya, CNet, Concerto-Aspect, Epson, NEC, SimpleTech, ViewSonic and Western Digital in the ICT sector.
