EU and Russia Auto Thread

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A rare American car is on sale in Samara 10:13 - Social Bites

A rare American Packard Caribbean car is on sale in Russia. reports "Driving." A total of 400 of these convertibles were produced. “The car for sale in Samara has a rich history, despite its relatively modest mileage - only 54,200 kilometers for a 70-year-old car. The current owner bought it…

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The disadvantages of the Changan Eado Plus sedan were explained to Russians 08:56 - Social Bites

Alexander Vinogradov, automobile expert of the magazine "Behind the Wheel" said About the disadvantages of the Changan Eado Plus sedan. “The problems are related to the engine fuel injection system; carbon formation in valves, sensitivity to oil (0W-20 recommended). By the way, it needs to be...

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Avatr 11 crossovers arrived in Russia 01/17/2025, 18:16 - Social Bites

A batch of Avatr 11 electric vehicles from Changan was brought to Russia. about this reports portal "Chinese cars". “These are commercial vehicles ready for sale and shipment to dealers. It had previously completed Avatr 11 certification and received OTTS for our market. "This means that nothing...

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There will be karaoke in the Russian version of the Jaecoo J5 crossover 19:11 - Social Bites

The multimedia system of the new Jaecoo J5 crossover will receive a karaoke mode. This was reported by Jaecoo press service. The driver and passengers will be able to sing even while driving. In karaoke mode, the user of the standard media system needs to connect his smartphone via Bluetooth,…

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Russians were told which second-hand car costs 1.5 million rubles 20:10 - Social Bites

The average price of a second-hand passenger car in Russia increased by 10 thousand rubles (less than 1%) compared to November, reaching 1.48 million rubles in December 2024. reports analytical agency "Avtostat". “If we consider the most popular models by the number of advertisements in December...

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The most popular second-hand cars on the Russian market were determined at 15:54 - Social Bites

In 2024, Russian residents bought the most second-hand Lada cars. This is stated in a study by the Pango Cars service, available at: under quto.ru. Thus, Lada accounted for 13% of all sales. In second place are Kia cars (12%) and in third place are Hyundai (11%). Next come Renault…

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A record decline in sales of Chinese cars was expected in Russia 15:16 - Social Bites

Sales of Chinese cars in Russia will fall to record levels in 2025, reported "Prime" refers to Nikolai Ivanov, director of the new automobile department of the Rolf company. According to him, sales of Chinese cars will fall by 15-17% annually and at least three brands will leave the Russian…

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Russians were chosen as the most popular cars in parallel imports 13:58 - Social Bites

In Russia, 161.4 thousand cars imported through parallel imports were registered in 2024; This means an increase of 17.7% compared to the previous year. about this reports "Autostat Information". “The leader in terms of the number of registered cars in this vehicle category is the Chinese brand...

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Russians were told which Chinese sedan is cheaper than Lada Vesta 13:44 - Social Bites

Chinese automaker BAIC has reduced the prices of the U5 Plus sedan. reports quto.ru. There is a discount when buying a car. “Dealers will now ask for 1.48 million rubles for the 2024 model with a 105-horsepower 1.5-liter naturally aspirated engine and a 5-speed manual transmission. For...

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The average cost of second-hand cars decreased in Russia 08:17 - Social Bites

The average cost of a used car in Russia by the end of 2024 has fallen to two million rubles; this is 12% lower than January last year. Izvestia about this said Experts from Avto.ru Otsenka. “During the year, the average age of a used car increased to almost nine…

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Russians explained the disadvantages of a used Infiniti QX70 crossover 09:57 - Social Bites

Sergey Zinoviev, automotive expert of the magazine "Behind the Wheel" said About the disadvantages of the Infiniti QX70 crossover. “More than half of the cars have naturally aspirated V6 3.5 (305 hp) and 3.7 (333 hp) engines. The smaller one was used until 2010. They are similar in design and…

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Russians were named the most affordable SUVs on the Russian market 06:21 - Social Bites

Lada Niva Legend, UAZ Patriot and UAZ Hunter are the most affordable SUVs in Russia. About this for the magazine "Behind the Wheel" said car selection expert and business alliance partner of the petrochemical company Relynolli Denis Ossetsky. “Yes, they are slightly inferior in characteristics...

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GAC GS8 crossover will receive a new version in Russia 04:24 - Social Bites

In Russia, in the spring of 2025, GAC will start sales of the GS8 crossover in the new Traveler modification. about this report Izvestia, citing a company source. “The modification has been certified and received Vehicle Type Approval (VTA). “Options and prices have not been specified yet,” the...

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It became clear why premium foreign car sales increased in the Russian Federation 03:48 - Social Bites

Sales of German, Japanese and American premium cars, which are supplied to the country through alternative channels, increased in Russia. about this report Izvestia with reference to interviewed experts. "People are ready to buy and buy these cars, despite the lack of company warranty and some...

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"Not a business": Russian car brand Evolute is in danger of closure Autoexpert Moseev: If sales do not increase, Evolute is in danger of closure 01/15/2025, 10:34 - Social Bites

According to research company Autostat Info, sales of Evolute cars (the Russian name for Dongfeng models) in Russia in 2024 decreased by 30% compared to 2023 figures. The production plans announced on the eve of 2024 did not materialize. A total of 1,586 new Evolute cars were registered in Russia…

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