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It became known when the production of LADA cars with ESC system will start​


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AVTOVAZ plans to start production of cars with the directional stability system (ESC) of domestic
production by the end of August 2024. This is reported by “Rossiyskaya Gazeta” with reference to the
press service of the enterprise. The first model to be equipped with ESC system will be LADA Vesta. The
press service of the car plant emphasized that the company has successfully completed preparations for
the start of production. Thus, AVTOVAZ “systematically returns to LADA cars options that were
temporarily lost due to increased sanctions pressure”.

Most likely, ESC system that will be installed on
LADA cars will be from the Russian company Itelma, which launched its production at the end of last
year. The directional stability system provides maintenance of the trajectory of the car set by the driver
and improves its passability. It is a whole complex, which includes anti-lock braking system (ABS),
systems of brake force distribution on car axles (EBD), car stabilization in a turn (CSC), yaw control (AYC),
traction control system (TCS), hydraulic brake assistant (HBA), automatic holding of the car on ascent
and descent (HAS) and activation of emergency alarm in case of emergency braking (AHW).

As previously reported by “AUTOSTAT” agency, cars of LADA Vesta family will receive an electronic system
of dynamic stabilization of the car (ESP). Oleg Grunenkov, director of product programs and projects of
AVTOVAZ, told about it in March. This system was also to be manufactured by Itelma.
 

LADA cars, except for Vesta and Largus, went up in price by 20 - 45 thousand rubles​


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On August 14, AVTOVAZ increased the recommended retail prices for LADA models. As noted by experts
of “AUTOSTAT” agency with reference to the monitoring data of the site “Price Auto”, cars of Granta
and Niva families became more expensive for the amount from 20 thousand to 45 thousand rubles. At
the same time, the price increase did not affect Vesta and Largus families. It became known that the
standard versions of “Granta” (sedan, liftback and station wagon Cross) added 20 thousand rubles in
price. T

he only exception was a sedan in the basic configuration Standard, the price of which remained
unchanged - 699,900 rubles. In turn, “sport” modifications of Granta (Sport and Sportline), as well as
commercial (flatbed and van) increased in price by 25 thousand rubles. The family of LADA Niva Legend
SUVs in all configurations, except for the starting Classic'24, became more expensive by 31 thousand
rubles. This also affected the Bronto version and commercial versions (flatbed and van). At the same
time, the biggest increase in price was received by LADA Niva Travel SUV - 45 thousand rubles.

As previously reported by “AUTOSTAT” agency, at the end of 7 months of 2024 there were sold* 243 022
new passenger LADA cars in Russia - by 50.1% more than in January-July last year. As for light
commercial vehicles of the domestic brand, their sales in the reporting period amounted to 4,136
vehicles - 76.5% more than a year ago.
 

UPD: New car prices changed for 11 brands in the first half of August​


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Please note that adjustments have been made to this publication, due to which prices* for new cars for
the period from August 1 to August 15, 2024 have changed not for 9, but for 11 brands officially
represented on the Russian market. This is reported by experts of “AUTOSTAT” agency with reference to
the results of monitoring the site “Price Auto”. AVTOVAZ raised prices for almost all cars of LADA Granta
families by 20 - 25 thousand rubles (plus 1.4 - 2.2%) and Niva by 31 - 45 thousand (plus 1.6 - 3.5%). At
Geely all models, except for the coupe-crossover Tugella, went up in price. Geely Atlas Pro crossover
added the least in price - 15 thousand rubles (plus 0.4 - 0.5%).

Other Geely models became more expensive by 30 thousand rubles, in connection with which the cost of crossover Monjaro increased by 0.6 - 0.7%, Okavango and Atlas - by 0.8 - 0.9%, Coolray - by 1.0 - 1.1%, and the sedan Emgrand - by 1.2 - 1.5%. “Related” cars Belgee received a price increase of 15 thousand rubles. In the “junior” crossover X50 it corresponds to an increase in price by 0.6 - 0.7%, and in the “senior” X70 - by 0.5 - 0.6%. The company Sollers has raised the prices of the car Argo in versions “isothermal” and “refrigerator” by 75 thousand rubles (plus 2.4 - 2.9%).

In turn, the bus Atlant went up in price by 50 thousand rubles (+1.2%). But Changan has reduced the
cost of seven of its models. CS75 Plus crossover lost its price the most - 90 thousand rubles (-3.1%). Two
configurations (DLX and Black Edition) of the restyled crossover CS95 became cheaper by 70 thousand (-
1.6%). Three Changan models became more affordable by 50 thousand rubles, namely: coupe-crossover
CS85 Coupe (-1.3%), pickup Hunter Plus (-1.4%) and crossover UNI-K (minus 1.2 - 1.4%), except for the
hybrid version iDD. The prices of Changan UNI-T crossover (-1%) and UNI-V softback (-1%) decreased
less than others - by 30 thousand. Citroen and Peugeot cars became cheaper in Russia at the very
beginning of the month. Citroen C5 Aircross crossover, assembled in Kaluga, has decreased in price by
400 thousand rubles (minus 9.3 - 9.8%). And Citroen C5 X crossover imported into our country became
cheaper by 350 thousand rubles (-7.5%).

As for the Peugeot models, they have also become noticeably cheaper. If the cost of 2008 crossover decreased by 686 thousand rubles (-18.6%), 4008 - by 726 thousand (-15.7%), and 5008 - by 501 - 800 thousand (minus 9.6 - 16.0%). Automaker Dongfeng Motor significantly reduced the price of DFSK ix5 coupe-crossover, which became cheaper by 600 thousand rubles (-20.1%). The premium electric crossover Voyah Free lost even more in price - by 2 million 420 thousand rubles (-28.8%). Two brands had multidirectional price changes. Thus, SUV EXEED VX with a 6-seat saloon became cheaper by 500 thousand rubles (-7.7%), and its 7-seat version lost 400 thousand rubles (-6.0%).

At the same time, the crossover EXEED RX in the Prestige and Platinum versions, in which it is equipped with a “robot”, went up in price by 100 thousand rubles (+2.2% and +2%, respectively). In the more expensive version Premium (with “automatic”) this model, on the contrary, became cheaper - by 250 thousand rubles (-4.5%). Two of three available configurations of BAIC BJ40 SUV have new prices.
If in the Exclusive version with a diesel engine (2 liters, 162 hp) the model went up in price by 50
thousand rubles (+1.1%), then in the Flagship version with a gasoline turbo engine (2 liters, 218 hp), on
the contrary, it became cheaper by the same amount (-1.1%).
 

The cost of the new version of the Exeed crossover has been announced 19:05​


Anika
By Anika
August 19, 2024

The Chinese company Exeed announced the start of sales in Russia of a new version of the Exeed RX crossover called Flagship. This was reported by the press service of the brand. The new product is sold in the Russian Federation for 5.3 million rubles.

“The Exeed RX cross-coupe receives a number of significant updates, including an eight-speed transmission paired with a 2.0 TGDI engine producing 249 hp. <...> “In the exterior design, the model is offered for the first time in new colours: Galactic grey and Astrum white. The changes also affected the design of the rims,” he said.

A branded service package has been made available for the new product, including various online services inside the car. There is also remote control of the Exeed RX using a mobile application, a massage function for the driver’s seat and an electronically adjustable steering column that allows you to adjust the height and reach of the steering wheel.

Before that reportedExeed plans to start production of its large electric station wagon, the Exlantix ES. The vehicle will be built on the E0X platform that also underpins the ET crossover.

The basic package of the station wagon will include a battery with a capacity of 77 kWh. Cruising range – 680 km. The average configuration will include a battery with a capacity of 100 kW. h. Such a car can travel up to 880 km. The top trim will have a dual-motor all-wheel drive system and a 100 kWh lithium battery. Such a car can travel 710 km without recharging.

A roadster formerly from Mercedes-Maybach accepted rose gold decor.





Source: Gazeta
 

The creator of the Gazelle left the Gorky Automobile Plant at 19:25​


Anika
By Anika
August 19, 2024

The main developer of Gazelle (GAZ-3302) Vladimir Chetverikov retired. About this reports Quto.ru portal.

Chetverikov is a laureate of the State Prize of the Russian Federation in the field of science and technology, Honored Designer of Russia. He headed the United Engineering Center of the Gorky Automobile Plant, heading 25 specialized centers that produced new cars.

The first Gazelle car I landed From the assembly line of the Gorky Automobile Plant on July 20, 1994. They began to design the car at the very end of the USSR – as a delivery vehicle for collaborators, since since 1988 the rapidly developing entrepreneurial class in the Soviet Union was allowed to engage in any non-prohibited activities.

The father of the first generation of Gazelle is considered one of the designers of GAZ of that time – Vladimir Chetverikov, designers – Stanislav Volkov and Vladimir Fuzeev. Already in the late 90s the word “Gazelle” became a common noun among the people in relation to light minibuses.

Before that reportedIn Russia, a new brand of Forland trucks from the Middle Kingdom appeared. The importer of the car was the Russian company MB.

Russians will have access to vehicles with basic chassis and various add-ons. The first model in the series will be the Forland 3 weighing three and a half tons. It will compete with the Gazelle Next. The Chinese truck will be sold for at least 3.26 million rubles. The new product will be equipped with a 2.5-liter turbodiesel engine producing 157 horsepower.

Previously AvtoVAZ and GAZ continued car production.





Source: Gazeta
 

First Geely Foreword sedans go on sale 17:55​


Anika
By Anika
August 19, 2024

Geely dealers in Russia started receiving sedans, reports analytical agency “Avtostat” regarding the St. Petersburg car dealer “Pragmatika”.

The first batch that arrived at the dealership was two sedans in the maximum Flagship configuration. A larger delivery is expected soon. The cost of a business-class sedan produced by Flagship is 3.22 rubles. The more affordable Luxury version is estimated at 3 million rubles.

Geely Preface sedans are equipped with 2-liter gasoline turbo engines with a capacity of 200 hp. Transmission – 7-speed “robot” with dual clutch. Cars are equipped with heated front and rear seats, windshield and mirrors, as well as washer nozzles.

Geely about the start of car sales in Russia It was announced in mid-August.

It’s happened before knownGeely Foreword in Russia will cost at least 3 million rubles.





Source: Gazeta
 

The price of Solaris cars produced at the plant in St. Petersburg increased in Russia 16:22​


Anika
By Anika
August 19, 2024

The price of Solaris cars produced at the former Hyundai plant in St. Petersburg increased by 15-130 thousand rubles, depending on the model and configuration. In this regard reports “The price of the car.”

The price of the Solaris HS sedan (formerly Hyundai Solaris) with automatic transmission has increased by 15-130 thousand rubles, depending on the configuration. The minimum cost of such a machine is 2.03 million rubles, the maximum is 2.34 million rubles. Versions with manual transmission have not increased in price.

The Solaris KRS sedan (formerly Kia Rio) has increased in price by 30-130 thousand rubles and costs at least 2.07 million rubles. The maximum configuration of the car will cost 2.31 million rubles. The Solaris KRX hatchback (Kia Rio X) has increased in price by the same amount. The Solaris HC crossover (formerly Hyundai Creta) has increased in price by 98-113 thousand rubles and its cost varies from 2.62 million rubles to 2.93 million rubles.

Previously Chery patent New brand in Russia.





Source: Gazeta
 

LADA cars have only three configurations cheaper than 1 million rubles left​


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Experts of “AUTOSTAT” agency have already reported that on August 14, AVTOVAZ increased the
recommended retail prices for cars of LADA Granta and Niva families. They also found out which
domestic cars have a set costing less than 1 million rubles. At “Granta” there are two such configurations
left and both belong to the sedan - they are Standard and Classic'24. The first (initial) has a price of
699,900 rubles, and the second - 931,000 rubles.

At the same time, both lack air conditioning. It is just
offered in the next version (Classic'24 Air Conditioner), but it is already priced at 1,012,000 rubles. By
the way, before the recent price increase (plus 20 thousand) “Granta” with air conditioning could be
purchased for up to 1 million rubles. As for the other cars of LADA Granta family (liftbacks, cross-
universals, “sports” and commercial), all their configurations cost more than 1 million rubles. Other
models of the domestic brand also have no versions with the price “up to a million”, except for LADA
Niva Legend SUV.

It has only the starting configuration Classic'24 costs 981,000 rubles, and it is also without air conditioning. Thus, at present all LADA cars have only three configurations cheaper than 1 million rubles, but each of them does not have air conditioning.
 

Mitsubishi Outlander of new generation is available in Russia​


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Sales of Japanese crossover Mitsubishi Outlander of the fourth generation, which is not officially
supplied to our country, have started in the Russian market. The car of 2024 year of manufacture is
available at a price of 4.8 million rubles, reports the publication “Tarantas News”. The dimensions of
Mitsubishi Outlander are as follows: 4710 x 1862 x 1745 mm. Ground clearance is equal to 210 mm.

Under the bonnet of the novelty is located 1.5-liter gasoline turbocharged engine with an output of 163
hp and torque of 280 Nm. It works in pair with a variator. The drive is all-wheel. In Russia, Mitsubishi
Outlander is presented in the Exclusive Edition AWD.

The car in this version is equipped with a projection display, cruise control and dual-zone climate control. In addition, the crossover has modern driver assistants such as collision warning system, lane departure warning system, lane keeping system, traction control system (ASR), brake assist system (BAS; EBD) and hill start assist (HSA).
 

The used car market returned to growth in July​


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In July this year, 546.2 thousand used cars were bought in Russia, according to "AUTOSTAT" agency. This figure is 9.3% higher than in June and 6.7% higher than a year ago (in July 2023). Thus, after a decline in the previous month, the secondary market returned to growth in July. Azat Timerkhanov, head of press service of AUTOSTAT agency, notes that the result achieved in mid-summer is the maximum for the last 11 months. "If we consider the results of the secondary market for the last year, its monthly volume was the highest in August 2023. Then Russians purchased 551.3 thousand used passenger cars. As we can see, to repeat this record, in July, only 5 thousand cars were missing", - explains the expert. It is also worth noting that thanks to the July indicator, Russian market of used cars at the end of 7 months of 2024 finally came out "in the plus". Thus, during this period, its volume amounted to almost 3.3 million vehicles - 0.9% more than in January - July last year. Recall that at the end of the first half of year it still showed negative dynamics (-0.2%).
 

AVTOVAZ and GAZ came out of corporate vacations​


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On August 19th, two more enterprises of Russian automobile industry resumed production after the end of corporate vacation. According to experts of "AUTOSTAT" agency, they are AVTOVAZ and GAZ. Recall that at AVTOVAZ the summer vacation lasted three weeks - from July 29 to August 18. During this time the plant and its subsidiaries carried out modernization, repair and maintenance of equipment, as well as activities related to the improvement of working conditions. A record amount of 600 million rubles was additionally allocated for these purposes. Gorky Automobile Plant had vacations for two weeks - from August 5 to 18. During this period a number of subdivisions of the plant functioned according to the work schedule. In particular, equipment modernization took place at the assembly and auto component production facilities. Also, repair and commissioning works were carried out in all divisions, which cannot be organized without stopping production. It should be noted that AVTOVAZ is the leader in the production of passenger cars in our country. In turn, GAZ holds a similar position in the segment of light commercial vehicles.
 

Belgee announced the opening of dealerships in Russia​


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Belgee dealerships have officially opened in our country. According to the official press release of the Belarusian brand, 33 car dealerships are currently operating in Moscow, St. Petersburg, Vologda, Tula, Orel, Bryansk, Saratov, Orenburg, Omsk and other cities. Belgee plans to open in Russia by the end of the year at least 120 dealer centers in many regions. Now the active preparation and design of showrooms is underway. In addition to car sales and fulfillment of warranty obligations, dealers of the Belarusian brand offer a wide range of additional financial, insurance and technical services, accessories to both private and corporate clients. So far, Belgee model range in Russia is represented by two crossovers - urban X50 and mid-size X70. As previously reported by "AUTOSTAT" agency with reference to the data of JSC "PIC"*, in July 2024 in Russia were sold 3,716 new cars Belgee. This is a record volume of sales of cars of Belarusian brand during the month. At the same time for 7 months the sales volume of Belgee came up to 17 825 vehicles.
 

TANK 700 SUV sales in Russia will start in October 2024​


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TANK 700 SUV has received the Vehicle Type Approval (VTA) certificate, Motor.ru reports. This certificate is valid until the end of August 2027, and official sales of the car should begin in October this year. The vehicle type approval states that TANK 700 will be equipped with a Hi4-T hybrid powertrain. Earlier, the executive director of "HAVAL Motor Rus" Andrey Akifiev confirmed that the SUV will be brought to Russia in two specifications - gasoline and hybrid. The Hi4-T parallel hybrid system consists of a 3-liter V6 gasoline engine and an electric engine (163 hp). This combination develops a total output of 523 hp and 750 Nm of torque. The hybrid powertrain works in tandem with a 9-speed automatic transmission. The drive is all-wheel drive, with a transfer case and a reduction gear. In addition, the car has an independent rear suspension, air struts and open stabilizers of transverse stability. The frame SUV accelerates to 100 km/h in 6 seconds, and the top speed is 190 km/h. On a single electric charge TANK 700 will be able to drive up to 90 km on the WLTC cycle. Fuel consumption is from 3 to 11 liters per 100 km in a mixed cycle (depending on the battery charge). It is known that TANK 700 is built on D71 platform and is the largest model in the lineup of Chinese premium brand. Its dimensions: 5090 x 2061 x 1952 mm. Wheelbase is equal to 3000 mm. The interior of the car can accommodate up to five passengers. The cabin is equipped with a digital dashboard, a large screen media system and a number of electronic assistants. The rear row of seats is equipped with ventilation, massage, heating and adjustable backrest. As additional options - audio system with 16 speakers, double-layer glass and roof with "starry" sky.
 

Geely Preface sedan is now available at Russian dealers​


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A new sedan Geely Preface has appeared at Russian dealers. In particular, the first vehicles of this model arrived at the dealer center "Pragmatica" in St. Petersburg, the company informed "AUTOSTAT" agency. The first batch consists of two cars in the maximum Flagship configuration. Another larger delivery is expected in the near future. We should recall that the business sedan Geely Preface will be available to buyers in two versions - Luxury and Flagship. In the first version, the car will cost 2,999,990 rubles, and in the second - 3,217,990 rubles. Dimensions of Geely Preface are 4825 x 1880 x 1469 mm. Under the bonnet there is a 4-cylinder gasoline turbo engine with a capacity of 2 liters and 200 hp. The maximum torque is 325 Nm. The engine is paired with a 7-speed "robot".

Geely Preface is adapted to Russian weather conditions and includes a full "winter" package, which consists of heated front and rear seats, steering wheel, windshield, exterior mirrors, rear window and windshield washer nozzles. According to Alexander Shaprinsky, commercial director of Pragmatica dealerships network, Preface sedan may occupy a share of at least 5% in the Geely model range.
 

FAW announces new crossover for Russia 16:42​


Anika
By Anika
August 20, 2024

Chinese automaker FAW announced that the Bestune T90 mid-size crossover will appear in Russia in the near future. This was reported by the brand’s press service.

The company noted that the new product will be the brand’s flagship in Russia. It is known that the car is built on a modernized FMA-A2 platform. Its dimensions are 4718 x 1880 x 1710 mm, and the wheelbase is 2772 mm. The technical equipment of the new model is unknown. But in Belarus the car is sold with a 1.5-liter turbo engine producing 179 hp. or with a 2-liter supercharged unit producing 252 hp. In the first case, the T90 received a 7-speed “robot”, and in the second – an 8-speed automatic transmission.

The crossover also features an 8-inch instrument cluster, head-up display, dual-zone climate control, heated front seats, etc.

Before that reportedautomaker FAW will complete sales of the flagship Bestune T99 crossover in Russia next year, and it will be replaced by an updated model;

“We expect an updated T99 next year, so we are selling the rest now. Maintenance and servicing of the machines will remain the same, the FAW press service said.

The company announced that deliveries of cars to Russia have already been completed. FAW Bestune T99 is designed for five people. Its length is 4800 mm, the wheelbase is 2870 mm. Under the hood is a 2.0 turbo engine with a capacity of 218 hp, paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission of the Japanese brand Aisin. Drive is transmitted to the front wheels.

Previously UAZ modernized “Bukhanka” has been produced for over 60 years.





Source: Gazeta
 

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