Auto versteeg neighbor new dealer for KGM and Isuzu

Lou Jedeloo, Country Manager at Astara Netherlands, is very pleased with the appointment of Auto Versteeg Buurman: “This is an important partner to put KGM further on the map. The branch in Barneveld Zuid is an important expansion within the dealer network. Auto Versteeg Buurman is very service and customer oriented and has a long experience in automotive retail, with a large group of loyal private and business customers. The professionalism and ambition of this family business perfectly match those of Astara Netherlands. With this new dealership, we expand KGM’s customer reach in this region and are assured of a progressive partner in sales and aftersales.”

Easily accessible from the A30

Auto Versteeg Buurman represents KGM as of February 11 from the branch at the Albert Plesmanstraat 20 in Barneveld, located at the industrial area De Briellaerd which is directly accessible from the highway A30. Branch manager Bert Pater: “We will represent KGM exclusively from this branch. Auto Versteeg Buurman has six other branches in the middle of the Netherlands, where we carry other brands. With a wide range of brands, we know how important it is to properly communicate the values of each individual brand to the customers. KGM’s all-electric Torres EVX is an affordable Korean quality product. The extended warranty with even 1 million kilometers on the battery gives confidence. We expect particular interest from the business (leasing) market. There are also opportunities for the electric Torres EVX in private leasing.”

About Auto Versteeg Buurman

Auto Versteeg Buurman is a family business with a total of 7 branches that was founded in 1966. The company’s slogan is always nearby. This is expressed by a physical presence, even in smaller towns where many dealerships withdraw, but also by personal contact and an organization with short lines of communication.

About Astara Netherlands

KGM is imported and distributed by Astara in the Netherlands. The organization is part of Astara Group, a leading international player in the mobility industry with over thirty car brands in its portfolio and active in nineteen countries across three continents. Astara has now proven itself in successfully introducing new brands to the market, including KGM (formerly SsangYong). The appointment of Auto Versteeg Buurman as authorized dealer in Barneveld marks an important step in the further development and expansion of a national dealer network. This currently includes eight dealerships. The network is expected to grow to ten dealerships by the end of Q1 2025.

About KGM

This year, Korean KGM introduced the 100% electric Torres EVX, an adventurous and very spacious SUV with impressive specifications. The Torres EVX will be followed by several new models starting in 2025, which will further diversify and strengthen the product line.

Also see: KGM Torres EVX review