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New Geely Atlas will get all-wheel drive in Russia

The new-generation Geely Atlas crossover has so far been offered in the Russian market only with front-wheel drive. As the portal

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New Geely Atlas will get all-wheel drive in Russia​

The new-generation Geely Atlas crossover has so far been offered in the Russian market only with front-wheel drive. As the portal "Chinese cars" writes with reference to its sources, in the summer of 2024 the new "Atlas" will have a long-awaited all-wheel drive modification. Official dealers are already placing orders for the production of such version. At the same time in China itself, where the model under the local name Boyue L was presented two years ago, the all-wheel drive is not offered to buyers.
All-wheel drive Geely Atlas will receive a 2-litre turbo engine and 8-speed classic "automatic", which are already familiar on models Tugella and Monjaro. The question of power is still open. For example, for "Tugella" two variants are available: 200 and 238 hp. Most likely, all-wheel drive Atlas will receive a 200-horsepower unit. Recall that the crossovers with front-wheel drive, which are sold in Russia officially, the output is exactly the same.
It is worth noting that for the last six months, Geely has actively undertaken to update and expand the model range in Russia. Following the new generation of Atlas, a 7-seat crossover Okavango was released. And in summer, in addition to all-wheel drive Atlas, another novelty is expected - business sedan Preface. In addition, according to "China Cars", Atlas Pro crossovers should soon change its name to Belgee X70, and the sedan Emgrand will turn into Belgee S50.
At the end of four months of 2024, Geely's sales in our country grew 2.5 times to 47743 cars. As a result, Geely took the third place in sales among all carmakers in Russia, and the market share of the brand was 10.2% against 7.7% a year earlier. This is reported by experts of "AUTOSTAT" agency with reference to the data of JSC "PPK "* and taking into account its own segmentation.

 

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Experts have identified the reasons for the slowdown in truck sales growth

Last year, Russian truck market began to recover, increasing by 71%, but in the first four months of 2024, sales growth in this segment was only 5%. On the eve of conference

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Experts have identified the reasons for the slowdown in truck sales growth​

Last year, Russian truck market began to recover, increasing by 71%, but in the first four months of 2024, sales growth in this segment was only 5%. On the eve of conference "ComAuto - 2024", which AUTOSTAT agency will hold in Moscow on 29 May in the framework of International Exhibition of Commercial Vehicles and Technologies "COMvex", its speakers and industry participants told what are the future prospects of the truck market in Russia.
According to Viktor Pushkarev, deputy head of analytics department of AUTOSTAT agency, last year the heavy truck segment has already significantly surpassed the "pre-sanctions" level of 2018 - 2019, and a noticeable decline should be expected this year due to the "oversaturation" of the market in 2023. It is already evident that the shares of the departed manufacturers have been taken by companies from China, and they are most successful in the medium and heavy truck segments. They have not only replaced "Big Seven" brands, but are also very serious competitors to Russian brands (GAZ, KAMAZ and Ural), which are largely engaged in the fulfilment of high-priority government orders. The problem of deficit in the Russian market of commercial vehicles is exactly solved by the offers of Chinese manufacturers.
"According to our forecasts and the current trend, 100 - 120 thousand trucks will be sold in 2024 (this is the second record figure after the result of 2023), which is significantly higher than the pre-crisis level: in 2021, the market volume of heavy trucks was 79.1 thousand vehicles. Tractors will remain the main segment of heavy truck market with a share of around 50%. In 2024, there will be no more pent-up demand, so the market volume will depend on cargo turnover, as well as the need to replace obsolete and retired vehicles for various reasons," comments Rinat Fatykhov, General Director of BWG.
In turn, Vadim Zeifert, Regional Director for Central Federal District of Sinoway Group, predicts that in 2024 the Russian market of heavy trucks will shrink by 25 - 30% in compare with last year. The fact is that the demand in the segment of heavy trucks (it accounts for up to 80% in the structure of total demand), has already been realized at the end of 2023 at the expense of equipment from Chinese manufacturers.

 

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Evolute i-JOY crossover will receive a domestically developed battery

Motorinvest has started testing the traction battery developed by the company

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Evolute i-JOY crossover will receive a domestically developed battery​

Motorinvest has started testing the traction battery developed by the company "Autonomous Energy Systems" (part of Itelma Group), which is intended for the Evolute i-JOY crossover. Thus, for the first time in the Russian market of electric vehicles, a model with a traction battery of domestic development will be presented. The newest Russian battery is characterized by increased capacity, which will provide Evolute i-JOY with a greater range, the press service of Motorinvest reports.
The battery developed by SAE is characterized by increased capacity. Its capacity will be more than 60 kWh, which is almost 10 kWh more than the current version of the battery of the serial crossover. As a result, Evolute i-JOY's total autonomous mileage will be increased by 20 per cent to 480 kilometres on the WLTP cycle. The battery under test utilizes a host of domestically developed science-intensive components, from temperature control systems to control units and telematics. The battery is designed to meet the Russian road and climate conditions. It has a fast charge function and is resistant to precipitation, temperature fluctuations and dust.
The battery is equipped with a patented cooling system - extruded heat exchanger. The new technology allows the electric car to be used effectively at extreme frosts up to -40 degrees Celsius. Special attention was also paid to fire safety. To confirm 100% safety, it is planned to carry out all necessary field tests, including short circuit, over-discharge and over-charging, and combustion resistance. Once the laboratory and road tests are completed, the SAE batteries will be installed on the Evolute i-Joy. According to Anton Mukhin, General Director of Autonomous Energy Systems, the company has managed to significantly improve the consumer properties of i-JOY, bringing it closer to the top electric cars recognized worldwide.

 

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A camper based on the UAZ Patriot SUV has been developed

Avtocamperprom has developed a four-seater camper Navigator based on the UAZ Patriot SUV. So far, apparently, only demonstration samples have been made, and sales will begin later, Motor.ru writes. In the process of remodelling

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A camper based on the UAZ Patriot SUV has been developed​

Avtocamperprom has developed a four-seater camper Navigator based on the UAZ Patriot SUV. So far, apparently, only demonstration samples have been made, and sales will begin later, Motor.ru writes. In the process of remodelling "Patriot" was cut the body, leaving only two "native" doors, and attached a living module. As a result, the car is 5.4 metres long, 2.1 metres wide and 3.1 metres high.
The weight of the module is 2.35 tonnes. Inside the camper "Navigator" there are 1.9×1.4 m and 1.85×1 m sleeping places. The kitchen area has a 95-litre refrigerator, a single-burner induction cooker, a microwave oven and a coffee machine. There is also a washing machine, clean and grey water tanks of 110 and 45 litres respectively, a flow-through electric boiler, two air heaters and batteries that can be recharged also by means of built-in solar panels.
Provision is made for a holder for three bicycles, roof rails, towbar, power bumper and optional roof lights. Probably, for some of these options will have to pay extra. The cost of Navigator has not been announced yet. As previously reported "AUTOSTAT", Ulyanovsk automobile plant has resumed production and sales of expeditionary versions of SGR and Hunter models. Their cost is 1 million 690 thousand rubles and 1 million 785 thousand rubles, respectively.

 

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LADA Largus cars started to arrive to dealers

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LADA Largus cars started to arrive to dealers​

The plant "LADA Izhevsk" has started shipment of commercial cars LADA Largus to the dealer network. Among the first local dealer "Izh-Lada" received cars where LADA Largus is already exhibited in the showroom, the company reports.
The start of sales of Largus family will be announced in the near future, the recommended retail price of car will be from 1 million 660 thousand rubles for the passenger version and 1 million 670 thousand rubles for a commercial van. The cars are equipped with both 8-valve and 16-valve 1.6 litre engines. Recall, the plant "LADA Izhevsk" has started serial production of LADA Largus cars.
On May 15th passenger station wagon in Classic configuration and a commercial van were the first to come off the assembly line. It is planned to produce up to 50 thousand LADA Largus in Izhevsk by the end of this year, including the electric car e-Largus, the launch of full-scale production of which is scheduled for the third quarter of 2024.

 

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It has become known when LCV market will return to the pre-sanctions level

Last year, Russian market of light commercial vehicles began to recover, increasing by 20%, and at the end of four months of 2024, sales growth in this segment was 38%. According to Viktor Pushkarev, deputy head of analytics department of AUTOSTAT agency, growth is expected in 2024 in the LCV...

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It has become known when LCV market will return to the pre-sanctions level​

Last year, Russian market of light commercial vehicles began to recover, increasing by 20%, and at the end of four months of 2024, sales growth in this segment was 38%. According to Viktor Pushkarev, deputy head of analytics department of AUTOSTAT agency, growth is expected in 2024 in the LCV segment, which this year has the opportunity to reach the "pre-sanctions" level of 2018 - 2019.
The majority of light commercial vehicles in Russia are purchased through leasing and credit, which is also incentivized by manufacturers. And the current level of market rates on leasing and credit leads to stagnation of sales and hinders further development of the market. If we talk about the forecast for LCV market as a whole, we believe that the level of growth will remain at the current level - provided there are no critical changes in the economy.
According to our estimates, the total LCV market in Russia in 2024 will reach the mark of 100 thousand cars", - says Marat Sharapov, Sales and Marketing Director of Sollers.

 

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The market of used electric cars grew by 36% in April

According to AUTOSTAT agency, in April this year Russian residents bought 1,111 used electric cars. This is 36% more than in the same month of 2023. The experts of agency also note that in 2024, the secondary market of electric cars also shows growth from month to month.

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The market of used electric cars grew by 36% in April​

According to AUTOSTAT agency, in April this year Russian residents bought 1,111 used electric cars. This is 36% more than in the same month of 2023. The experts of agency also note that in 2024, the secondary market of electric cars also shows growth from month to month.
Thus, in compare with March, it grew by 8%. More than one third of all sold in April used electric cars were of Nissan brand, which is 377 vehicles. The second place was taken by Tesla (271 vehicles), the third place - Zeekr (109 vehicles). The purchase volumes of the remaining brands totaled less than 100 used electric cars. In the model ranking, Nissan Leaf remains the leader - last month Russians became owners of 373 such used electric cars.
Next comes the Tesla Model 3 (126 vehicles), and Zeekr 001 (75 vehicles) closes the top three.

 

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Serial production of updated Aurus Senat will start at the end of 2025

Serial production of restyled version of Aurus Senat will begin at the company\'s plant in Yelabuga at the end of 2025, the press service of Ministry of Industry and Trade of Russian Federation informed RIA Novosti. Recall, the updated Aurus Senat Limousine was first demonstrated as part of...

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Serial production of updated Aurus Senat will start at the end of 2025​

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Serial production of restyled version of Aurus Senat will begin at the company's plant in Yelabuga at the end of 2025, the press service of Ministry of Industry and Trade of Russian Federation informed RIA Novosti. Recall, the updated Aurus Senat Limousine was first demonstrated as part of inauguration ceremony of Russian President Vladimir Putin.
For Aurus Senat Limousine and Aurus Senat, a new architecture of the front and rear parts of the body has been developed. The massive front grille has been reinterpreted and a lightweight aluminum alloy bonnet has been introduced. All-new Adaptive Matrix headlights and rear lights with LED elements in a new design have been integrated. A digital rear-view mirror and night vision function have been applied to improve visibility.
There are additional surround-view cameras and a driver fatigue monitoring camera. An all-new NAMI MM-System multimedia system and a new sound system have been introduced. In the interior, in addition to stylistic changes, driver and passenger ergonomics have been improved and the position of steering column and other controls has been optimized. A new transmission control selector of original design has been introduced. Seat control buttons have been moved to a more convenient area. There is a version with electric door closing.
The design has been modified to improve the efficiency of the braking system, wheel suspension, fuel supply system, automatic transmission and other vehicle systems.

 

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A network of service stations with a focus on Chinese cars has appeared in Russia

A new network of Caready multi-brand car service stations has been launched in Russia, which will focus on Chinese cars. It is planned to open 50 service stations by the end of 2024, and by the end of next year their number should increase to 215, the press service of Caready reports.

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A network of service stations with a focus on Chinese cars has appeared in Russia​

A new network of Caready multi-brand car service stations has been launched in Russia, which will focus on Chinese cars. It is planned to open 50 service stations by the end of 2024, and by the end of next year their number should increase to 215, the press service of Caready reports.
The principle of operation of Caready's federal network of multi-brand car service stations will be based on franchising. At Caready service stations it is possible to buy an extended warranty covering car repairs, including engine and transmission. Having their own brand of spare parts allows the partners to have quick access to the necessary parts and ensure fast and quality car repairs.
In addition, Caready's synergy with Pango Cars automotive ecosystem, which specializes in used cars, will expand the range of services by providing a complete vehicle maintenance service.

 

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Government simplifies localization requirements for taxi vehicles

Russian Government\'s Commission on Legislative Activity has approved Cabinet\'s amendments to the law on taxis, which stipulate that taxi cars will not be subject to a point system for assessing localization.

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Government simplifies localization requirements for taxi vehicles​

Russian Government's Commission on Legislative Activity has approved Cabinet's amendments to the law on taxis, which stipulate that taxi cars will not be subject to a point system for assessing localization.
At the same time, the regions will be able to set the minimum share of taxi vehicles to be produced in Russia or another EAEU state (in addition to Russia, this includes Kazakhstan, Belarus, Armenia and Kyrgyzstan). These requirements will also apply to electric cars, writes the newspaper "Vedomosti".
As it is noted, fixing the regulations in the legislation will lead to additional stimulation of demand for domestic cars on the part of taxi industry. Earlier the bill on localization of taxi cars was supported by the president of AVTOVAZ, Maxim Sokolov. According to him, most economy class taxis in small cities already use domestic cars or localized foreign cars.
In countries that have their own car industry, it is customary to use their own cars as taxis, and the existing taxi network should not depend on imported cars and spare parts, emphasized the head of AVTOVAZ.

 

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Motorhome on the basis of Sadko Next is presented

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Motorhome on the basis of Sadko Next is presented​

The company "Complex Transport Technologies" has presented a motorhome based on the all-wheel drive chassis "Sadko Next". The cost of novelty is 13 million rubles, the press service of the company reports. Sadko Next motorhome has a twin driver's cabin integrated into the living module and forming a monocoque with a superstructure-van.
The entrance to the cabin is carried out through the entrance group of the second row of the cabin, equipped with a retractable ladder and handrails. The motorhome is designed to accommodate up to 5 people. The insulated fiberglass van of original design is suitable for year-round operation, equipped with LED lighting, 220V electrical network, autonomous systems of water supply, ventilation, heating and air conditioning.
The operation of all systems can be provided either from the vehicle engine or from an external generator included in the delivery set. The camper van has a living compartment and a bathroom. The living compartment has two-level sleeping places, a folding table, a kitchen area with a sink, a built-in cooktop and an extractor bonnet, a refrigerator, shelves and ceiling drawers for storing personal belongings. The bathroom includes a shower room, a drying cabinet and a cassette-type bio-toilet.
In the lounge area there is a folding monitor with the ability to connect any devices. Built-in Wi-Fi router provides connection to the Internet when the car is in the GSM coverage area. Equipment, finishing, layout and furnishing of the motorhome can be changed depending on the customer's wishes.
It is possible to organize additional storage systems, gun cabinet, equipment as an additional heater with a metal small-sized wood cooker with a chimney outlet through the roof, installation of a luggage rack on the roof of the car for transporting oversized cargo, satellite internet set.

 

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WEY 07 hybrid crossover will reach Russia in autumn

The full-size hybrid crossover WEY 07 will be the next novelty of premium sub-brand of Great Wall in Russia. According to the portal

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WEY 07 hybrid crossover will reach Russia in autumn​

The full-size hybrid crossover WEY 07 will be the next novelty of premium sub-brand of Great Wall in Russia. According to the portal "Chinese cars" with reference to its sources, the vehicle type approval (VTA) is planned to be issued for the car in July. And the official start of sales of flagship model is scheduled for September.
Information about prices and characteristics of WEY 07 for the Russian market will be announced closer to the release of the novelty on the market. In China, the crossover WEY 07 is presented under the name Lanshan and is available in two modifications. In the first case, the powertrain includes a 1.5-litre petrol engine with an output of 154 hp, which is assisted by an electric engine, and in total they produce 330 hp. The top version has two electric engines and the peak output of all vehicles reaches 517bhp.
The declared total range is 1200 km, and on pure electricity WEY 07 is able to cover a distance of 153 or 180 km on the WLTC cycle.
Recall, Chinese auto concern Great Wall Motor began sales in Russia of cars of new premium brand WEY in February 2024. And the first model was a crossover WEY 05 with rechargeable hybrid drive, which is available in official dealer centres TANK at a price of 6 million 499 thousand rubles. By the end of 2024, Chinese auto concern Great Wall Motor plans to expand the WEY range in Russia to three models, including a hybrid minivan WEY 80.

 

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The secondary market of commercial vehicles is falling in Russia

According to AUTOSTAT agency, almost 187 thousand used commercial vehicles were bought in our country in January-April 2024. But in contrast to the sales of new such vehicles, the secondary market of commercial vehicles is experiencing a decline - by 8% to 4 months of last year. LCVs accounted...

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The secondary market of commercial vehicles is falling in Russia​

According to AUTOSTAT agency, almost 187 thousand used commercial vehicles were bought in our country in January-April 2024. But in contrast to the sales of new such vehicles, the secondary market of commercial vehicles is experiencing a decline - by 8% to 4 months of last year. LCVs accounted for more than 60% of total volume of market of used commercial vehicles.
Thus, from January to April, such used vehicles sold in the Russian Federation with the circulation of 114.7 thousand vehicles - by 9% less than in the same period of 2023. The market of used trucks decreased by approximately the same amount (-8% to 67.3 thousand vehicles). At the same time, their share in the total volume is 36%. And buses remain the smallest segment of secondary market with the share of about 3%. They also lost the least in volumes (-2% to 4.9 thousand vehicles).

 

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Sales of Kaluga-made Citroen C5 Aircross started in Russia

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Sales of Kaluga-made Citroen C5 Aircross started in Russia​

The company "Automobile Technologies" has started sales of Citroen C5 Aircross crossover, the production of which is established at the plant "PSMA Rus" in Kaluga. The model is offered in Feel configuration at a price from 4 million 299 thousand rubles, the press service of the company reports. Under the bonnet of the car is installed 1.6-litre petrol engine with an output of 175 hp, which works in combination with an 8-speed automatic transmission.
The equipment of model, among other things, includes 6 airbags, hill start assist, cruise control with speed limiter, Isofix mountings for child seats on the rear side seats, Progressive Hydraulic Cushions suspension, Citroen Advanced Comfort seats, engine crankcase protection, "Sport" driving mode selection button, height and reach adjustable steering wheel, dual-zone climate control, light and rain sensors, keyless access to the car with engine start button, wireless charger for smartphone, function of contactless opening of the boot door with a sensor for feet, electrically adjustable and electrically folding rear-view mirrors, front centre armrest with a volumetric compartment with cooling, etc.
The interior of Citroen C5 Aircross received a multimedia system with 10-inch touch screen display, Bluetooth + 6 speakers, digital dashboard with 12.3" display, 360 vision system: rear view camera with 180° view and front camera with 180° view, side cameras, front and rear parking sensors, welcome light function "Follow me home", combined seat trim of blue and grey leather and Alcantara material.

 

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AVTOVAZ restarts idle Pilot Industrial Production Facility

AVTOVAZ is modernizing the site of former Pilot Industrial Production (PIP), which has been idle since 2016. The first batch of LADA commercial vehicles assembled at the new location has already been shipped to the dealer network, Izvestia newspaper writes.

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AVTOVAZ restarts idle Pilot Industrial Production Facility​

AVTOVAZ is modernizing the site of former Pilot Industrial Production (PIP), which has been idle since 2016. The first batch of LADA commercial vehicles assembled at the new location has already been shipped to the dealer network, Izvestia newspaper writes.
As noted, the transfer of production of cars of JSC PSA VIS-AVTO to the territory of PIP will significantly optimize the production of commercial and special models, as well as increase production volumes. Recall, currently the company "VIS-AVTO" produces vans and pickup trucks based on LADA Granta, LADA Largus and LADA Niva Legend, as well as all-terrain vehicles Niva Bronto based on a three-door modification of LADA Niva Legend.
The company employs about 420 people. As previously reported "AUTOSTAT", in April, the sales of commercial vehicles LADA, according to AVTOVAZ, increased 2.1 times to 629 vehicles, and the greatest demand among buyers were commercial versions based on Granta. At the end of four months of 2024, 1,882 LADA commercial vehicles were sold, which is 75.6 % higher than the figure for the same period last year.