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The names of the six new cars that will appear in Russia in the summer have been announced 17:47​


Anika
By ANIKA
May 24, 2024

From the beginning of 2024 to April, approximately 468 thousand new cars were sold in Russia – the figures have doubled compared to last year. In this respect he is writing “Behind the Wheel” magazine.
It is stated that demand increases with the expansion of the model range. So, in the summer, an improved Exlantix ES with all-wheel drive, air suspension with the ability to change ground clearance will appear on the Russian market. Additionally, a Haval H5 with an overall body size of up to 5190 mm will be brought to Russia. But at the same time, only two rows of seats will be placed in the cabin.
The arrival of the JAC M4 minivan is also expected. It is available in two versions with three or four rows of seats. The body length is 5200 mm and the wheelbase is 3080 mm. The publication also reminded that GAC GS3 with an unusual exterior is expected in Russia.
The VGV U70 Pro front-wheel drive crossover with a length of 4825 mm will also be available. It was equipped with a one and a half liter turbo engine with distributed fuel injection. Also in the summer, the VGV U75 Plus with a two-liter turbo engine with 199 hp will be sold in Russia. The vehicle is only available with automatic transmission.
Before reportedVoyah, a premium subsidiary of Dongfeng, has introduced a new hybrid version of the Free crossover. It is stated that the new version of Voyah Free will retain the 1.5-liter gasoline engine. However, the new product will only have one electric motor; a 272 horsepower unit on the rear axle. The front engine 218 hp was excluded.
Electric range increased to 318 km. For all-wheel drive versions offered in the Russian Federation, ranges from 110 to 171 km. Prices for the new product have not been announced, but it is expected to be more affordable than the all-wheel drive version of the crossover, which was sold in China for 270 thousand yuan (3.36 million rubles at the then exchange rate). broadcasting).
Russians before saidHow car washes and services prepare a car for theft.





Source: Gazeta
 

UAZ made a transformative salon for “Loaf” 12:49​


Anika
By ANIKA
May 24, 2024

Ulyanovsk Automobile Plant presented the UAZ “Bukhanka” car for the needs of the Northern Military District. In this respect reports The official Telegram channel of the business.
“For units in the Northern Military District area, the Ulyanovsk Automobile Plant prepared a transformative interior for the “Loaf” to order. The vehicle is equipped with brackets and belts that allow four wounded soldiers to be carried on stretchers. “The vehicle can also carry armed military personnel or 800 kg of cargo.”
Before that, it was known that UAZ was developing factory armor for the Patriot model. To accommodate the increased weight of the protected body, the suspensions were strengthened: four-leaf springs and additional springs were used. New shock absorbers are used. The doors of the vehicle are protected by fixed anti-fragmentation armor, the windows and the rear wall of the cabin are protected by removable armor plates.
Also the organization “Nizhny Novgorod Aviation Society” presented self-developed armored all-terrain vehicle. The car is based on units of the GAZ Sadko model, but has a completely original cabin. It is welded from armored sheets.
Russians before saidthat the best domestic car is UAZ Bukhanka.





Source: Gazeta
 

AvtoVAZ started production of the new version of the Aura sedan for government agencies 11:41​


Anika
By ANIKA
May 24, 2024

Russian automaker AvtoVAZ started producing Lada Aura cars with black interior. In this respect reports Public page of Avtograd news on the VKontakte social network. These cars are painted white.
“Aura cars continue to leave the first line of VAZ’s main conveyor belt in limited, small batches. If earlier they were painted only with black enamel and had a light interior, now the cars were seen in white with black leather interior. “Since this issue was ordered by government agencies, someone probably wanted to drive a white car,” the message said.
Launch of Lada Aura at AvtoVAZ started In April 2024.
Lada Aura sedans were designed as official cars for State Duma deputies and officials. Place an order for Lada Aura cars made and the Ministry of Finance of the Russian Federation.
The extended Aura sedan based on Lada Vesta was shown in Sochi in June 2023. The car is equipped with a 1.8 engine with 122 hp. and automatic transmission. Aura is built on the basis of the updated Vesta and has an additional 25 cm of space in the cabin for rear row passengers. The interior of the sedan is made of Russian-made genuine leather and a first-class audio system is installed.
Previously reportedA Lada Iskra sedan was photographed at AvtoVAZ.





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A comparative photo of the Lada Iskra sedan with the Largus has emerged 10:37​


Anika
By ANIKA
May 24, 2024

A test prototype of the new Lada Iskra sedan was photographed against the background of the Lada Largus station wagon, which allowed us to estimate the size of the future new product from AvtoVAZ. Iskra Pictures sent Public page of Avtograd news on the VKontakte social network.
The photo shows that the Iskra sedan is significantly lower than the Lada Largus: the ceiling level of the prototype does not reach the upper edge of the windows in the rear hinged doors of the station wagon. The Iskra body also has a relatively short rear overhang. The body of the prototype of the new sedan is covered with a camouflage film with embossed lining on the doors.
President of AvtoVAZ Maxim Sokolov statedProduction of Lada Iskra is planned to start at the end of 2024. Sales of the new model are expected to start in the first quarter of 2025.
The first images of Lada Iskra appeared in February 2024 sent In the Rospatent database.
It was previously known in Russia will start sell GAC GS3





Source: Gazeta
 

The first domestic hybrid car to be developed in Russia​


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The startup Electromobiles Manufacturing Rus will equip an electric van on the UAZ Profi based with a hybrid propulsion system in 2025-2026. This was reported to the Vedomosti newspaper by Ilya Rashkin, the company's general director and co-owner. Mr. Rashkin stated that the development of the hybrid is planned to be completed in 2024. Following this, the novelty will undergo all stages of certification and the production will be prepared for the updated vehicle. Currently, the company's experimental and design work is focused on developing a combination of an internal combustion engine (ICE) and a generator for the battery recharging, which will enable the hybrid to operate on electric traction for as long as possible.
We should remind that Electromobiles Manufacturing Rus commenced production of the EVM PRO electric truck at a new facility in Technopolis Moscow SEZ in April 2023. The first Russian electric truck, the EVM PRO, is based on the UAZ Profi chassis and has the following dimensions: 7,015 mm in length and 2,940 mm in height. The model is available in four variants: commercial van, Euro van, isothermal van and refrigerated truck. The 3.5-ton electric vehicle has a range of 300 km on a single charge and a payload of up to 1 ton. The maximum speed is 120 km/h (recommended 80 km/h, limited electronically).
The EVM PRO electric truck is equipped with an electric motor capable of developing up to 300 Nm of torque, with a battery capacity of 90 kWh. Battery heating is provided to maintain charge in sub-zero temperatures. Charging time is from 1 hour (using fast chargers over 80 kW). The EVM PRO electric truck comes with a 40 kW portable charger, which can charge the vehicle in two hours if necessary.
 

The new Soueast brand to enter the Russian car market in autumn​


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Chinese automotive brand Soueast, which is part of Chery Group, plans to enter the Russian market in autumn 2024 officially. The new brand will be promoted by Jetour Motor Rus company, and Soueast model range will initially consist of variety of Jetour models. According to Autoreview, Soueast brand is scheduled to make its debut in Russia in September, with the first model, the Soueast S09 full-size crossover, a redesigned version of the Jetour X90 Plus, arriving in October.
Additionally, besides a petrol version, a rechargeable hybrid modification is planned. In November, the Soueast S07, mid-size crossover (analogue of the Jetour X70) will be launched, which will be available with the petrol version only.
At the beginning of 2025, sales of the compact crossover Soueast S06 (analogue of the Jetour Dashing) are scheduled to go on sale with the petrol, hybrid and purely electric versions. We should also mention that all three models (the S09, the S07 and the S06) will be available on the Russian market with all-wheel drive. Further expansion of Soueast model range is still to be determined, with the terms of new models launch in our country yet to be confirmed. The Soueast E07 (C+ - class, petrol engine) and Soueast E05 (B+ - class, electric drive) sedans will be sourced from Chery's extensive range.
Additionally, a standalone model will be introduced: the 4.4-metre-long Soueast S05 (petrol/electric) compact front-wheel drive crossover based on the Soueast DX5 of 2019 model year. Finally, the Soueast S08 mid-size crossover in petrol and hybrid versions were announced for long-term future.
 

About 700 thousand motor vehicles sold in Russia in 5 months​


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In January-May, 693,300 new motor vehicles were sold in our country, representing a 71% increase compared to the same period last year. This data was provided by the experts of AUTOSTAT agency. The passenger car segment accounted for 86% of this total.
During the period under review, 594.9 thousand new passenger cars were sold in our country, which is 86% more than in the same period in 2023. The market growth is also evident in the LCV and bus segments, although it is less pronounced.
Consequently, since the beginning of the year sales of light commercial vehicles increased by 32% (up to 40 thousand vehicles) and the demand for buses grew by 23% (up to 8.6 thousand vehicles). However, in the truck segment, there is no positive dynamics, with sales remaining at the level of the previous year (49.8 thousand vehicles).
 

The TANK 500 SUV gets a new top version in Russia​

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The TANK 500 SUV will be launched in Russia with a new BlackTrail version, which will complete the range of the TANK 500 Adventure and Premium models with a petrol engine, as well as the TANK 500 Urban with a hybrid powertrain. According to the brand’s press service, the main differences are the V6 6-cylinder petrol engine with increased power, an all-black exterior design with red accent brake calipers and a large range without refuelling due to an additional fuel tank.
The BlackTrail configuration will be the top in the TANK model range, presented on the Russian market today. The packages and prices of the TANK 500 BlackTrail will be announced closer to the beginning of sales, which will take place in July 2024. The vehicle's design features black elements, replacing the chrome ones. The grille, wheel rims, spare wheel kerf, and plastic bumper cover at the rear are all painted in black. The brake calipers in bright red make a noticeable accent, while tinted headlights complete the look. The TANK 500 BlackTrail is equipped with intelligent all-wheel drive (Torque-on-Demand) and locking rear and front differentials.
The vehicle is powered by a 3-litre V6 6-cylinder petrol engine with combined fuel injection and twin turbocharging under the bonnet. This produces 354 hp with 500Nm of torque, representing a 20% increase in power output compared to the TANK 500 Adventure and Premium models. The engine is coupled with a 9-speed automatic transmission. A distinctive feature of the new configuration is its two fuel tanks: an 80-litre main tank and a 50-litre additional tank.
This enables the vehicle to operate without refuelling for over 1,100 km. we should remind that TANK brand entered the Russian market in March 2023.
 

Solaris production and sales results in May revealed​


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In May, Automobile Plant AGR in St. Petersburg produced 2.8 thousand Solaris vehicles. According to AGR press service, since the start of production in February 2024, a total of 7,900 vehicles have been produced by the enterprise.
According to the experts of AUTOSTAT agency with a reference to PPK* data and the agency's own segmentation, 1,160 Solaris vehicles were sold in May. Alexey Kalitsev, General Director of AGR and Automobile Plant AGR companies, confirmed that the company is adhering to its planned schedule.
It produces the planned number of vehicles, actively developing its dealer network, which currently comprises over 60 operating partners in various cities of Russia. We should remind, that Solaris model range currently includes the Solaris HS sedan, the Solaris HC crossover, the Solaris KRS sedan and the Solaris KRX cross-hatchback.
It is evident that these are the Hyundai Solaris and the Hyundai Creta, the Kia Rio and the Kia Rio X models assembled from the remaining car kits.
 

LADA Largus KUB commercial vehicles lineup presented​


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The Nizhny Novgorod-based company Promteh presented a line of commercial vehicles based on the Izhevsk-made LADA Largus. According to a company’s press service, the LADA Largus KUB family currently comprises a commercial van, a social taxi and an A-class ambulance.
Following the completion of certification tests, the LADA Largus KUB is scheduled to enter serial production in late summer, with sales commencing in September. The price of the baseline van will be 2.649 million rubles. As demand for the model grows, we anticipate further expansion of the model range. The updated LADA Largus KUB received completely new body, which is in line with the design of KUB family models, the LADA Granta KUB and the Niva KUB, serially produced by Promteh.
The new LADA Largus KUB model features an increased capacity cargo compartment, higher payload, transformable passenger compartment and adjustable rear suspension, offering a more versatile and efficient solution for commercial use. The payload of the commercial van is 850 kg, with a 2,200-kg gross vehicle weight.
The vehicle has the following dimensions: a length of 4,970 mm, width of 1,700 mm and height of 1,930 mm. The interior height is 1,320 mm, length is 2,490 mm, and the van's volume is 4.8 square meters. The LADA Largus KUB is equipped with a 90 hp 1.6-litre 8-valve engine. This engine works in conjunction with a 5-speed manual gearbox.
 

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17/06/2024
TANK 500 WILL ENTER THE RUSSIAN MARKET IN JULY
Great Wall Motor has announced the entry of Tank 500 SUV into the Russian market in a new version Blacktrail. The model will be released on the market in July 2024, Kommersant reports.
The novelty will be offered to Russian customers in a version with 6-cylinder 30-liter V6 petrol engine with combined fuel injection and dual turbocharging. In the new version, the powertrain capacity is 354 HP (500 Nm of torque). Tank 500 is also equipped with two fuel tanks (80 liters and 50 liters, respectively), which make it possible to travel more than 1,100 km without refueling.
The cost of the new SUV version is still unknown. At the moment, the price for the most affordable version of Tank 500 in Russia starts from 6.3 million rubles.
 

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17/06/2024
NEW TOYOTA COROLLA BECAME AVAILABLE FROM RUSSIAN PRIVATE SELLERS
New Toyota Corolla appeared in Russia at the price from 2.35 million rubles, Za Rulem reports.
So, at the price of 2,348,000 rubles a private seller from Samara offers a car of 2022 year of manufacture, equipped with 1.2-liter 116-HP turbocharged engine and CVT. The model includes LED headlights, air conditioner, adaptive cruise control, multi-steering, etc.
For 2,350,000 rubles, the same Corolla is sold by private traders from Tomsk and Khasavyurt. In Perm, a similar car costs from 2,420,000 rubles, in Moscow – from 2,450,000 rubles.
 

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17/06/2024
TANK 500 WILL ENTER THE RUSSIAN MARKET IN JULY
Great Wall Motor has announced the entry of Tank 500 SUV into the Russian market in a new version Blacktrail. The model will be released on the market in July 2024, Kommersant reports.
The novelty will be offered to Russian customers in a version with 6-cylinder 30-liter V6 petrol engine with combined fuel injection and dual turbocharging. In the new version, the powertrain capacity is 354 HP (500 Nm of torque). Tank 500 is also equipped with two fuel tanks (80 liters and 50 liters, respectively), which make it possible to travel more than 1,100 km without refueling.
The cost of the new SUV version is still unknown. At the moment, the price for the most affordable version of Tank 500 in Russia starts from 6.3 million rubles.

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17/06/2024
ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS BASED ON AN ALTERNATIVE ELEMENT BASE WILL BE INSTALLED ON KAMAZ BUSES
Within the framework of strategic cooperation, KAMAZ PTC and NPP Itelma agreed on the application of a new electronic architecture on KAMAZ vehicles and buses using a sanctions-resistant element base.
Itelma is actively working to find alternative solutions to replace semiconductor components of manufacturers that have left the Russian market. One of the key milestones on this path was the agreement with KAMAZ on the use of a new line of electronic components by NPP Itelma on vehicles of K3 and K5 families, which fully comply with the KAMAZ requirements and can compete with the best foreign analogues on equal terms. Thus, the use of Russian printed circuit boards, passive electronic components and connectors is planned in the design of control units, and in subsequent releases microchips and microcontrollers will be added to the list of Russian element base (ECB). Today, the share of electronics is about 2% of the cost of KAMAZ vehicle, but taking into account the company's movement towards full digitalization and the introduction of elements of autonomous movement, this share will grow significantly in the future. The use of sanctions-resistant ECB should lead to a reduction in the cost of electronic architecture units.
 

Russian Atom car will be produced from Chinese parts 15:39​


Anika
By ANIKA
June 17, 2024

The main components and parts of the Atom electric vehicle will be jointly produced with Chinese companies or purchased from China. In this respect reports Vedomosti newspaper.
“The most expensive parts of creating fully Russian electric car components at Atom will include only the platform, intelligent driver assistance systems (ADAS) and the Atom OS operating system.” The report states that the steering mechanism and the startup’s control electronics, which are planned to be implemented without a physical connection between the steering wheel and wheels (paddle steering) starting from 2027, will be purchased from China.
In terms of dimensions, the electric car will be comparable to the Lada Granta in the hatchback body: length 3995 mm, width – 1780 mm. Ground clearance 170 mm, wheels from 17 to 19 inches are provided. The Atom will have a fully independent MacPherson strut suspension at the front and a multi-link independent suspension at the rear. The new product will have hinged doors without central pillars.
The vehicle will be rear-wheel drive only. The power plant will be able to produce 204 hp of power, and the 77 kilowatt battery will be able to travel up to 500 km without recharging. When charging at a powerful station, eight minutes will be enough to gain energy to travel 100 km. “Atom” will cost 2.5 million rubles.
Previously reportedGeely said that sales of the Atlas all-wheel drive crossover started in Russia at 3.4 million rubles.





Source: Gazeta
 

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