Maiden Taiwanese DAF LF truck assembled by FASC 27 November 2012

The first locally assembled DAF LF distribution truck has come off the production line at FASC (Formosa Automobile Sales Corporation) in Taiwan.

FASC, which is responsible for the marketing and sales of DAF trucks in Taiwan, assembles two versions of the distribution truck – the LF45 and LF55.

"The LF is very manoeuvrable and, with its easy cab access and low weight, the vehicle is perfectly suited for urban and regional distribution," comments Seiko Chen, chairman of FASC.

"With the LF, we want to further strengthen our position in Taiwan and we aim to assemble 200 vehicles next year," he adds.

The DAF LF trucks are assembled by using SKD (semi knocked down) packages, which are shipped from Leyland, UK to Taipei. FASC assembly employees are trained by DAF, which, says the truck manufacturer, guarantees the same quality of vehicle assembly.

"Almost a year ago, FASC assembled the thousandth DAF CF85. With the start of the assembly of the LF45 and LF55, we have added a new milestone in the cooperation," states Michiel Kuijs, managing director, sales operations at DAF Trucks NV.

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John Challen

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