{"id":3640,"date":"2018-03-23T14:09:47","date_gmt":"2018-03-23T13:09:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hostettler.com\/?page_id=3640"},"modified":"2026-10-16T15:59:07","modified_gmt":"2026-10-16T14:59:07","slug":"company","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.hostettler.com\/en\/hostettler-group\/company\/","title":{"rendered":"Company"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><span style=\"color: #000000;\">hostettler group keeps the wheels turning<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The hostettler group is an international retailer with Swiss roots. Since 1906, the company has combined long-standing experience with entrepreneurial development and personal commitment.<\/p>\n<p>The group employs over 950 people across 20 locations. It operates in the motorcycle, automotive, bicycle, leisure sports, consumer electronics, and home &amp; garden sectors.<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Company Organisation<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The hostettler group operates through four business units. These business units comprise nine trading companies.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostettler.com\/en\/motorcycles\/\">motorcycles<\/a>,<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostettler.com\/en\/fashion-parts\/\">fashion &amp; parts<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostettler.com\/en\/car-parts-tires\/\">car parts &amp; tires<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostettler.com\/en\/bicycles-sports\/\">bicycles, sports &amp; electronics<\/a><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>motorcycles<\/strong><br \/>\nThe \u2018motorcycles\u2019 business unit has been importing and distributing Yamaha vehicles in Switzerland since 1968. Sales are handled via a nationwide network of specialist dealers and by hostettler moto ag, which has eight branches in both German- and French-speaking Switzerland. The range includes not only motorcycles and scooters, but also ATVs, golf cars, snowmobiles, clothing, accessories, spare parts and workshop services. Professional advice and comprehensive after-sales support complete the offering.<\/p>\n<p><strong>fashion &amp; parts<\/strong><br \/>\nThe \u2018fashion &amp; parts\u2019 business unit specialises in developing, importing and distributing clothing, protective gear, accessories and tyres for motorcycle, scooter and cycle enthusiasts. Since 1979, the group&#8217;s own brand, iXS, has been synonymous with high-quality, functional protective clothing for motorcycles, scooters, and bicycles. The GMS brand offers attractive motorcycle clothing at an affordable price. The moto eleven in-house brand stocks motorcycle parts and technical accessories for many types of vehicles. Alongside its Swiss wholesale and specialist retail operations, the group runs an international sales, distribution and logistics centre in southern Germany. This centre supplies numerous markets with iXS products, as well as clothing and accessories from other leading brands.<\/p>\n<p><strong>car parts &amp; tires<\/strong><br \/>\nhostettler autotechnik ag has been a trusted partner of the Swiss garage trade in the automotive sector since 1972. The company&#8217;s product range includes spare and wear parts, as well as service and maintenance parts of original equipment manufacturer (OEM) quality. The range also includes accessories, tyres and workshop equipment. The h-base online application facilitates efficient spare parts searches, while h-technik provides specialist technical information and the TechCenter offers diagnostic, training and workshop support services. Six specially developed workshop concepts cater for the diverse needs of independent garages.<\/p>\n<p><strong>bicycles, sports &amp; electronics<\/strong><br \/>\nThe business unit operates in the sports and outdoor sector and brings together three leading Swiss and German companies that operate in the cycling, sports, outdoor and consumer electronics industries. Through its own brands, BIXS, Mustang and Platzangst, and numerous international partner brands, the business unit offers bicycles, e-bikes, clothing, spare parts, accessories, sports equipment, consumer electronics, and home &amp; garden products. Sales are conducted through specialist retailers and via the company\u2019s own e-commerce platforms. The offering is rounded off by comprehensive service and support for retail partners and end customers.<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Company Values<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The hostettler group is a family-run business with a long tradition. Responsible conduct, a customer-focused approach, and continuous business development have characterised the group since 1906.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Tradition and responsibility<\/strong>: We combine our history with forward-looking corporate management.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Customer focus<\/strong>: The needs and satisfaction of our customers are at the heart of everything we do.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Employees<\/strong>: Our committed and competent employees create added value for customers, partners and the company.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Logistics and sales<\/strong>: Efficient structures enable us to provide reliable services and work closely with our partners.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>hostettler group keeps the wheels turning The hostettler group is an international retailer with Swiss roots. Since 1906, the company has combined long-standing experience with entrepreneurial development and personal commitment. The group employs over 950 people across 20 locations. It operates in the motorcycle, automotive, bicycle, leisure sports, consumer electronics, and home &amp; garden sectors. 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