CFAO Motors has today launched the first locally assembled passenger sports utility vehicle (SUV), the Toyota Fortuner, and investing an additional Ksh120 million towards the Fortuner assembly line at the Associated Vehicle Assemblers (AVA) located in Mombasa County.
The investment into the assembly line, which has been commissioned by H.E. President Dr. William Ruto, covers the technological investment – the assembly jigs and fixtures, and the training and knowledge transfer that has enabled the creation of 100 direct and 500 indirect jobs.
Beyond direct job creation, CFAO Motors Kenya will work closely with local parts manufacturers to bolster capacity building and assist them achieve global standards by upskilling them through technology transfer and technical knowledge.
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