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The results of UAZ vehicles sales in February have become known

According to the data of

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KAMAZ started serial production of the all-wheel drive tractor of the K5 lineup

Last February, the first samples of KAMAZ-65954 tractor were assembled at the KAMAZ Research and Technology Center. After that, a full range of tests was conducted and the VTA for this model was obtained. In early March, the truck from the pilot batch was produced directly on the main assembly...

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Technical characteristics of the new sedan GAC Empow are revealed

A new sedan Empow from the Chinese brand GAC enters the Russian market. In our country it is the first model of the brand with this type of body, the press service of the automaker reports. The length of GAC Empow is 4 700 mm, width - 1 850 mm. Wheelbase is equal to 2,736 mm. In the base...

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Sales of new electric cars in Russia have been falling for eight months in a row

According to AUTOSTAT agency, only 617 new electric cars were sold in Russia in February 2025. This is 68% less than in the same month last year (1,905 vehicles). The agency\'s experts note that the decline in this market segment has been going on for eight months in a row. It began in July 2024...

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Rolf brand cars will occupy a niche in the mass segment

In November last year, Rolf Holding announced the organization of production of passenger cars under its own brand. At the moment, work on the car has already begun - a special group has been created. This is reported by Autonews with reference to the General Director of the holding Svetlana...

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Serial production of Atom electric cars will start in the summer of 2025

The domestically developed electric car

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Russia February 2025: Market collapses -24.9%

Belgee sales are up 92% year-on-year in Russia. After many months of catch-up growth, the Russian new car market collapses -24.9% year-on-year in February to 78,040 units, pulling the YTD total int…

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Russia February 2024: Chinese brands over 50% share, Geely up to record #2

The new Geely Monjaro ranks #4 in Russia in February. The Russian new car market is up 85.1% year-on-year in February to 103,954 units but off -9.1% on February 2022. Year-to-date volumes are up 81…

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https://en.napinfo.ru/news/bestune-may-bring-yueyi-03-electric-crossover-to-russia/

12/03/2025
Bestune may bring Yueyi 03 electric crossover to Russia
The new Yueyi 03 electric crossover may become one of the Bestune models introduced in Russia, the company's press service reports.

The crossover is based on the modular FME platform, equipped with two-tier optics, separate taillights and a body kit made of unpainted plastic. The interior is equipped with a two-spoke steering wheel, a separate screen replacing the dashboard, a large touchscreen display of the multimedia system, and armchairs with ventilation and massage functions.

The power unit is represented by the Huawei electric motor capacity of 166 HP. The range is 565 km.

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https://en.napinfo.ru/news/the-first-nordcross-crossover-has-been-certified-for-russia/

12/03/2025
The first Nordcross crossover has been certified for Russia
Slava Motors Rus, the authorized distributor of Knewstar and Belgee in Russia, has received a certificate for the debut model under the Nordcross brand.

This is the updated Lynk & Co 09 crossover equipped with petrol engine, which is planned to be produced at the Heilongjiang North Special Purpose Vehicle site in China. In Russia, according to information from dealers, the model will be sold under the name Nordcross 001, while the start of sales is scheduled for the first decade of June.

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A batch of BMW X5 and X6 crossovers has been assembled at the Kaliningrad Avtotor - NAPI

NAPI A batch of BMW X5 and X6 crossovers has been assembled at the Kaliningrad Avtotor The Avtotor plant in Kaliningrad has assembled a batch of several dozen BMW X5 and X6 crossovers from the remnants of components.

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12/03/2025
A batch of BMW X5 and X6 crossovers has been assembled at the Kaliningrad Avtotor
The Avtotor plant in Kaliningrad has assembled a batch of several dozen BMW X5 and X6 crossovers from the remnants of components.

According to the vehicle certificate, all crossovers are listed as models of 2025 year of manufacture, but in fact they are fourth-generation pre-styling cars assembled from components of 2022.

The novelties include an M-package, an air suspension, a fully controlled chassis, an autonomous heater, a leather interior with seat ventilation, door closers, a panoramic roof, Harman Kardon acoustics, adaptive cruise control and a parking assistant.

The cost of such crossovers is lower compared to those supplied under the parallel import scheme. So, the price for BMW X5 xDrive 30d AT M in the version Sport Edition is 13.1 million rubles, in the version Sport Pro – 13.4 million rubles, while BMW X6 xDrive 30d AT M crossover can also be purchased in the version Sport Pro for 14.5 million rubles.

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The new Great Wall Poer went on sale in Russia - NAPI

NAPI The new Great Wall Poer went on sale in Russia The updated Great Wall Poer went on sale.

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12/03/2025
The new Great Wall Poer went on sale in Russia
The updated Great Wall Poer went on sale. Beginning March 10, 2025, the pickup is available at Haval City dealerships, and its cost varies from 3,799,000 to 4,099,000 rubles.

The main changes concerned the technical part of the car – the power plant is represented by a new 2.0-liter 218-HP turbocharged petrol engine, coupled with 8-speed automatic gear box, and 2.4-liter H9 turbocharged diesel unit, coupled with 9-speed automated gear box.

The dashboard, multimedia system, and interior trim have undergone changes in the cabin. The second row seats are now folded in a 60:40 ratio, and a folding armrest has appeared in the back. The list of options includes wireless charging, USB Type-C connectors, ventilation of the front seats, wireless connection via CarPlay and Android Auto protocols, factory preparation for installation of additional electric consumers controlled from the center console, etc.

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Russia will offer a compulsory review of dealers before selling the red -check car “Rolf”: Control of all vehicles with miles before sale 12.03.2025, 08:01 - Social Bites

If adopted, the bill, which will force individuals to control cars before selling at official sellers and maintenance stations, is developed by the Ministry of Industry and Trade. Rolf Auto -Viral Holding Svetlana Vinogradova was told by the General Manager of Vinogradova. He said that a faulty...

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A photo of the cheapest version of Lada Iskra 17:47 appeared on the web - Social Bites

AVTOGRAD SOCIAL NETWORK Public in Vkontakte Published A photo of the main version of the new Lada Iskra car. “Lada Iskra Sedan Basic Construction. Mirrors and doors are not painted, no air conditioning, no multimedia system, not only sound training, the rear doors do not have windows, the seats do…

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The Russians called their most popular mileage cars at 1.5 million rubles at 18:31 - Social Bites

In February 2025, users were most interested in Toyota cars among the cars used in the 1.5 million ruble segment. About it reports Izvestia, reference to Avito automobile analysts. “The Japanese brand made a rating with a share of 16.3%. The second is Mercedes-Benz with 12%and in the third BMW…

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