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The output of passenger cars in July increased by almost a quarter

According to Rosstat, 391 thousand passenger cars rolled off Russian assembly lines in the first 7 months of 2024, which is 55.2% higher than in the same period last year. Meanwhile, 61 thousand cars were produced in July, which is 23.6% more than a year ago. Production of trucks in January-July...

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The output of passenger cars in July increased by almost a quarter​

30.08.24

According to Rosstat, 391 thousand passenger cars rolled off Russian assembly lines in the first 7 months of 2024, which is 55.2% higher than in the same period last year. Meanwhile, 61 thousand cars were produced in July, which is 23.6% more than a year ago. Production of trucks in January-July amounted to 108 thousand vehicles, which is 14.3% more than in the first 7 months of last year.

In the second summer month, 17.1 thousand trucks rolled off the Russian assembly lines, which is 16.3% higher than in July 2023. It should be noted that in July, several car plants were on scheduled corporate vacations. Thus, Tula plant Haval suspended production from July 15 to 21. At Kamaz, the vacation lasted for two weeks - from July 8 to 21. Ural automobile plant also had two weeks of vacation in July (from July 15 to July 28). Moskvich and Avtozavod St. Petersburg also went on vacation for two weeks, but from July 22.

But at AVTOVAZ and UAZ summer vacations started on July 29, but if the first enterprise had three weeks for them, the second enterprise had only one week.

 

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Avtotor started the production of electric engines at its new plant

Avtotor Holding in Kaliningrad has put into operation a new plant for the production of electric engines, and has also started production of a test batch of products. The production capacity is designed for 60 thousand electric engines per year, according to the press service of the holding. The...

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Avtotor started the production of electric engines at its new plant​

Avtotor Holding in Kaliningrad has put into operation a new plant for the production of electric engines, and has also started production of a test batch of products. The production capacity is designed for 60 thousand electric engines per year, according to the press service of the holding. The product line includes engines from 23 to 140 kW for various types of electric transportation.

The production line includes several sections. The conveyor is automated and equipped with high-tech equipment with mechanical and optical control points. The company plans to expand the line of electric engines that can be installed on small electric transport, boat transport and lifting equipment. It is planned to install equipment for assembling a three-in-one electric power unit (electric engine, gearbox, inverter). The electric engine production plant was established with attraction of funds from the Industrial Development Fund within the framework of fulfillment of obligations under the Special Investment Contract (SPIC) between the Ministry of Industry and Trade, the Government of Kaliningrad Region and Avtotor Holding LLC.

Investments in the establishment of enterprise exceeded 3 billion rubles. In total, Avtotor plans to create a cluster of 12 plants for the production of electric cars and car components within the framework of the SPIC. The total amount of financial investments will be more than 70 billion rubles. The investment project on creation of plants for production of auto components, including production of electric engines, assumes creation of more than 390 new workplaces.

As previously reported by AUTOSTAT agency, Avtotor plant in Kaliningrad is preparing to produce its first car - a compact electric car for private individuals and city services. The model will have a logistics version, a delivery car, a version for institutions, social services, etc.

 

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The market of luxury used cars increased by 8% in July

According to AUTOSTAT agency, in July this year Russians bought 209 used cars in the Luxury segment, which is 8% more than a year ago (194 vehicles - in July 2023). However, if we compare it with the previous month (June 2024), only two more such cars were bought. 35% of all luxury used cars...

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The market of luxury used cars increased by 8% in July​

According to AUTOSTAT agency, in July this year Russians bought 209 used cars in the Luxury segment, which is 8% more than a year ago (194 vehicles - in July 2023). However, if we compare it with the previous month (June 2024), only two more such cars were bought. 35% of all luxury used cars bought in July were Bentley (73 vehicles). One fifth of this segment of the secondary market was taken by Rolls-Royce (42 vehicles), followed by Lamborghini (38 vehicles) and Maserati (30 vehicles).

In addition, Russian residents bought 19 used cars of Ferrari brand and 7 - Aston Martin. Bentley Continental GT (36 vehicles), Lamborghini Urus (30 vehicles) and Bentley Continental Flying Spur (19 vehicles) form the top three models among used luxury cars. In the second summer month, over 75% of luxury used cars were bought in three Russian regions. Moscow (125 cars) is the leader here with a big gap, which accounted for 60% of the total volume.

Moscow and St. Petersburg (20 and 15 cars, respectively) were also in the top 3. The indicators of other subjects of the Russian Federation amounted to less than 10 vehicles. If we consider the results of the first 7 months of 2024, then during this period, 1,264 used cars of the Luxury segment were purchased on the secondary market. This is 1.5% less than in January-July last year.

 

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Russians were named the most popular foreign cars with a mileage of up to one million rubles 15:43 - Social Bites

The most popular second-hand foreign car among Russians with a budget of up to 1 million rubles was the second-generation Ford Focus. reports "Avto.ru" citing its own research. The average price of a used Ford Focus II in Russia is 503.7 thousand rubles. In second place is Renault Logan (421.4…

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Russians were named the most popular foreign cars with a mileage of up to one million rubles 15:43​

By Anika
August 30, 2024

The most popular second-hand foreign car among Russians with a budget of up to 1 million rubles was the second-generation Ford Focus. reports “Avto.ru” citing its own research.

The average price of a used Ford Focus II in Russia is 503.7 thousand rubles. In second place is Renault Logan (421.4 thousand rubles). In third place is Hyundai Solaris (834.4 thousand rubles).

The top 5 also included the 3rd generation Ford Focus and Chevrolet Lacetti, produced between 2011 and 2015. Also popular were the Daewoo Matiz, Volkswagen Polo, Kia Rio, Chevrolet Lanos and Opel Astra.

Previously reportedThis is the fastest way to sell a Chevrolet Cruze on the Russian used car market. It disappears on average in 30 days. Price – 770 thousand rubles.

In second place are the domestic Lada 2114 (269 thousand rubles) and Lada Granta (458 thousand rubles), which were withdrawn from sale after 31 and 32 days, respectively.

Among the leaders, we can note the Daewoo Matiz produced in Uzbekistan (251 thousand rubles) and the third generation Kia Sportage crossover (1.4 million rubles). These cars are bought on average in 32 days.

Previously reportedThat the Chery Tiggo crossover has become the most popular Chinese used car in the Russian Federation.






Source: Gazeta

 

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Most popular used Chinese cars 15:04 - Social Bites

The most popular Chinese model in the secondary car market in July this year was the Chery Tiggo crossover. reports analytical agency "Avtostat". Thus, in July 2024, 780 used Chery Tiggo cars were sold on the Russian market. Haval Jolion is in second place, selling 770 cars. Geely Coolray is…

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Most popular used Chinese cars 15:04​

By Anika
August 30, 2024

The most popular Chinese model in the secondary car market in July this year was the Chery Tiggo crossover. reports analytical agency “Avtostat”.

Thus, in July 2024, 780 used Chery Tiggo cars were sold on the Russian market. Haval Jolion is in second place, selling 770 cars. Geely Coolray is in third place with 715 cars. The top 5 were Lifan X60 and Haval F7 (611 and 586 units, respectively).

It was recorded that Russians bought 99 thousand used cars from China in just 7 months of 2024. This indicates a 58% increase compared to the same period in 2023.

It happened before that knownAccording to the results of the 34th week of 2024 (August 19-25), the most popular car in Russia was the Crossover Haval Jolion. During this period, a total of 1,856 of these cars were sold.

In second place is the Chery Tiggo 7 Pro Max crossover – 1,792 cars were sold. In third place is the Lada Granta sedan with 1,727 units.

The top 10 also included Lada Vesta sedan (1392 units), Lada Granta liftback (1315 units), Chery Tiggo 4 Pro (1248 units), Lada Vesta SW (1003 units), Changan CS55 Plus (995 units), Haval M6 (899 units) and Geely Monjaro (833 units).

Russians before named The cost of maintaining the Livan X6 Pro crossover.






Source: Gazeta

 

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Disadvantages of Chinese Geely sedan explained to Russians Foreword 11:44 - Social Bites

Alexander Vinogradov, the car expert of Za Rulem magazine, tested the Chinese Geely Preface sedan and It has been said about the disadvantages of the car. So according to him the car has a hard suspension. “The foreword handles small joints and speed bumps harshly; I would like it to…

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Disadvantages of Chinese Geely sedan explained to Russians Foreword 11:44​

By Anika
August 30, 2024

Alexander Vinogradov, the car expert of Za Rulem magazine, tested the Chinese Geely Preface sedan and It has been said about the disadvantages of the car. So according to him the car has a hard suspension.

“The foreword handles small joints and speed bumps harshly; I would like it to be softer. The low-profile tyres 225/45 R18 also played a role. But not all the blame can be placed on them. It is clear that the tuning of the shock absorbers and springs is aimed at grip rather than smoothness,” Vinogradov said.

In addition, the roof of the car is low, so when landing a person can hit the top of the opening. People who are 180 cm tall and above will already touch their heads to the headliner.

The headlight control is also in the settings menu. However, it would be worth making it a separate block in a visible place.

Before that Vinogradov statedThe Chinese crossover Jetour Dashing had a deformed front panel in the cabin after a temperature of 30 degrees.

“With the onset of 30-degree heat, at some point I noticed that the fasteners became visible in the backlight area near the speaker in the upper part of the front panel of the Jetour Dashing crossover. It turned out that the upper speaker panel was bent. The plastic was deformed when the car stood in the sun,” Vinogradov said.

According to him, it was necessary to add stiffening ribs to the part to prevent deformation of the front panel plastic and test its resistance to overheating.

Previously reportedIt was said that a new crossover Zeekr 7X was introduced in China.






Source: Gazeta

 

[Yommie]

A serious problem with electronics was discovered in Lada Vesta cars 11:15 - Social Bites

A problem has been detected in the electronic components of the new Lada Vesta cars, which could lead to a fire in the car. reports The public page of Avtograd News on the social network VKontakte. »AvtoVAZ returned almost all the lost options and added new ones to the flagship…

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A serious problem with electronics was discovered in Lada Vesta cars 11:15​

By Anika
August 30, 2024

A problem has been detected in the electronic components of the new Lada Vesta cars, which could lead to a fire in the car. reports The public page of Avtograd News on the social network VKontakte.

»AvtoVAZ returned almost all the lost options and added new ones to the flagship Lada Vesta. After the start of production of such cars, it was discovered that the software began to work incorrectly; it was noted that when removing the terminal from the battery, the car could catch fire.

Before that, owners of Lada Vesta NG cars started to take Notifications asking you to visit a Lada dealer to check the automatic transmission. In particular, auto center specialists will check the oil level in the Chinese shifter. If the oil level is below normal, the dealer will need to remove the pan and check for chips (needle-shaped). If detected, the shifter will be replaced with a new one.

All work for car owners will be carried out free of charge. Currently, the CVT on the Lada Vesta is available only with a 1.8-liter engine producing 122 hp.

Previously reportedIt was stated that AvtoVAZ has started mass production of Lada Vesta, which has an important security system.






Source: Gazeta

 

[Yommie]

Dealers announced the discontinuation of the oldest SUV UAZ Hunter 10:55 - Social Bites

Ulyanovsk Automobile Plant denied information received from some dealerships that the production of UAZ Hunter SUVs will be stopped from September 1, 2024. In this regard reports portal drom.ru. "The information about the discontinuation of the UAZ Hunter is not true. The model is in production...

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Dealers announced the discontinuation of the oldest SUV UAZ Hunter 10:55​

By Anika
August 30, 2024

Ulyanovsk Automobile Plant denied information received from some dealerships that the production of UAZ Hunter SUVs will be stopped from September 1, 2024. In this regard reports portal drom.ru.

“The information about the discontinuation of the UAZ Hunter is not true. The model is in production, no decision was made to stop assembly; on the contrary, the car will be produced, including special versions and updates, which we will definitely inform about later,” he said.

According to the portal’s source, UAZ Hunter production volumes are small, and if the dealer refuses to make the purchase according to the current assembly scheme, he may consider the car discontinued.

Previously, Jan Heitzer, vice president of the National Automobile Association (NAU) statedThe cost of UAZ “Bukhanka”, which today reaches 2 million rubles, is considered overpriced in relation to its consumer quality and low reliability. He added that motorists are forced to purchase such vehicles due to the lack of alternatives in the SUV segment.

According to him, the “Loaf” also does not meet modern safety standards, handling and dynamic requirements. But prototypes of the new UAZ, which promised victory over the Land Cruiser Prado, remained on paper.

Previously reportedUAZ modernized the Bukhanka, which has been produced for more than 60 years.






Source: Gazeta

 

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Russians spent record amounts on buying used cars in July 10:07 - Social Bites

In July 2024, Russian residents spent 620 billion rubles on buying used cars, setting a new monthly record in the entire history of observations. About this reports "Autostat". “More than 90 percent of the money spent went to used foreign cars, costing Russians 564.4 billion rubles. The cost of...

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Russians spent record amounts on buying used cars in July 10:07​

By Anika
August 30, 2024

In July 2024, Russian residents spent 620 billion rubles on buying used cars, setting a new monthly record in the entire history of observations. About this reports “Autostat”.

“More than 90 percent of the money spent went to used foreign cars, costing Russians 564.4 billion rubles. The cost of buying used domestic cars (55.6 billion rubles) was only about 10%, the report notes.

In just 7 months of 2024, almost 3.8 trillion rubles were spent on the purchase of second-hand passenger cars. This is 18% more than in the period from January to July 2023.

Prior to this, it was known that the best-selling seven-seater crossover in Russia in the period from January to July 2024 was the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max model.

Thus, Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max sold 9.6 thousand units in seven months of 2024. This is followed by GAC GS8 (6.9 thousand units), Tank 500 (6.7 thousand units) and Lixiang L9 (6.6 thousand units). Exeed VX is in the top five (5.2 thousand units).

The top 10 best-selling seven-seater crossovers on the Russian market also included Geely Okavango, Jetour X90 Plus, Changan CS95, Haval H9 and Lixiang L8.

Previously reportedThe Chinese Exlantix ES sedan has been adapted for Russia.






Source: Gazeta

 

[Yommie]

Chinese sedan Exlantix ES adapted for Russia 08:38 - Social Bites

The Chinese electric sedan Exlantix ES has been adapted for the Russian market. This was reported by the Exlantix press service. It is stated that the car will receive a "winter package", which includes heated all seats, steering wheel, windshield, as well as rear-view mirrors and washer...

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Chinese sedan Exlantix ES adapted for Russia 08:38​

By Anika
August 30, 2024

The Chinese electric sedan Exlantix ES has been adapted for the Russian market. This was reported by the Exlantix press service.

It is stated that the car will receive a “winter package”, which includes heated all seats, steering wheel, windshield, as well as rear-view mirrors and washer nozzles. There will also be original seats, an updated steering wheel with additional buttons and Russified multimedia.

It happened before that knownHe said that Chery will introduce a new brand Exlantix, under which Chinese electric vehicles will be offered, to the Russian market in the summer of 2024.

The first car to be released to dealers will be the Exlantix ES sedan. It will be offered for sale with an 800-volt lithium-ion battery with a capacity of 82 kWh. The range on a single charge is 530 km.

In China, the Exlantix ES comes standard with a 77 kWh battery. Range – 680 km. The average configuration includes a battery with a capacity of 100 kW. h. Such a car can travel up to 880 km. The top trim has a dual-motor all-wheel drive system and a 100 kWh lithium battery. Such a car can travel 710 km without recharging.

The exact timing of the start of sales of premium electric cars in the Russian Federation was not specified.

Previously reportedSales of the Wuling Starlight S crossover with a transforming interior have begun in China.






Source: Gazeta

 

[Yommie]

Chinese sedan Exlantix ES adapted for Russia 08:38 - Social Bites

The Chinese electric sedan Exlantix ES has been adapted for the Russian market. This was reported by the Exlantix press service. It is stated that the car will receive a "winter package", which includes heated all seats, steering wheel, windshield, as well as rear-view mirrors and washer...

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Chinese sedan Exlantix ES adapted for Russia 08:38​

By Anika
August 30, 2024

The Chinese electric sedan Exlantix ES has been adapted for the Russian market. This was reported by the Exlantix press service.

It is stated that the car will receive a “winter package”, which includes heated all seats, steering wheel, windshield, as well as rear-view mirrors and washer nozzles. There will also be original seats, an updated steering wheel with additional buttons and Russified multimedia.

It happened before that knownHe said that Chery will introduce a new brand Exlantix, under which Chinese electric vehicles will be offered, to the Russian market in the summer of 2024.

The first car to be released to dealers will be the Exlantix ES sedan. It will be offered for sale with an 800-volt lithium-ion battery with a capacity of 82 kWh. The range on a single charge is 530 km.

In China, the Exlantix ES comes standard with a 77 kWh battery. Range – 680 km. The average configuration includes a battery with a capacity of 100 kW. h. Such a car can travel up to 880 km. The top trim has a dual-motor all-wheel drive system and a 100 kWh lithium battery. Such a car can travel 710 km without recharging.

The exact timing of the start of sales of premium electric cars in the Russian Federation was not specified.

Previously reportedSales of the Wuling Starlight S crossover with a transforming interior have begun in China.






Source: Gazeta

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Chery introduced a new crossover in China that will be brought to Russia 15:06 - Social Bites

The updated 2025 Chery Tiggo 7 Plus crossover was officially presented at the auto show in Chengdu, China. About it reports portal "Chinese cars". Visible changes include the radiator grille becoming larger and receiving a different pattern in the style of the Tiggo 8L. At the rear, a single row…

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Chery introduced a new crossover in China that will be brought to Russia 15:06​

By Anika
August 31, 2024

The updated 2025 Chery Tiggo 7 Plus crossover was officially presented at the auto show in Chengdu, China. About it reports portal “Chinese cars”.

Visible changes include the radiator grille becoming larger and receiving a different pattern in the style of the Tiggo 8L. At the rear, a single row of intricately patterned lanterns appeared. The brand name was moved a little higher.

The only thing that has changed in the cabin is the steering wheel, which now has touch controls.

Under the hood of the crossover is a 1.6-liter turbocharged engine. In China, the output is 197 hp. The transmission is an eight-speed automatic.

According to the portal, the updated Chery Tiggo 7 Plus crossover will appear in Russia. However, the exact timing of the premiere is unknown.

It happened before that knownThe Chinese company Chery has revised the line of trim levels for the Arrizo 8 sedan in Russia, the company said.

Previously available in Comfort, Prestige, Ultimate and Ultimate SE versions, the car is now offered in Active, Comfort and Prime trim levels. In addition, the price of the basic sedan equipment has increased by 50 thousand rubles and now costs 2.85 million rubles.

Standard equipment includes 17-inch wheels, full-LED optics, rear parking sensors with rearview camera, a full “winter package” and dual-zone climate control.

Previously reportedBYD has revealed the new Seal 06GT hatchback.






Source: Gazeta

 

[Yommie]

AvtoVAZ suspended deliveries of new Lada Vesta to dealers 12:18 - Social Bites

Russian automaker AvtoVAZ has temporarily suspended deliveries of new Lada Vesta to dealers due to electronic problems. reports Avtograd is publicly available on the VKontakte social network. “The shipment assortment on August 31, only Grant and Niva, single copies of Vesta were found, these are...

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AvtoVAZ suspended deliveries of new Lada Vesta to dealers 12:18​

By Anika
August 31, 2024

Russian automaker AvtoVAZ has temporarily suspended deliveries of new Lada Vesta to dealers due to electronic problems. reports Avtograd is publicly available on the VKontakte social network.

“The shipment assortment on August 31, only Grant and Niva, single copies of Vesta were found, these are from old warehouse stocks, shipment of Vesta is still blocked until electronic defects are eliminated, finished cars are stored in a sump in the area of \u200b\u200bthe old road,” Avtograd News reports.

This is in the public eye reportedIt was stated that after the start of production of Lada Vesta with new options, it was determined that the software for such cars started to work incorrectly. Removing the terminal from the battery could cause the vehicle to catch fire.

Also on August 26, AvtoVAZ started Serial production of Lada Vesta with exchange rate stabilization system (ESC).

The company noted that the exchange rate stabilization system combines several functions that increase safety and operating comfort. These are the anti-skid system, traction control system, hill start assistant, anti-lock braking system, as well as the activation of hazard lights in case of emergency braking.

Previously reportedAvtoVAZ will recall Lada Vesta to replace cracked windshields.






Source: Gazeta

 

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A new front-wheel drive truck will appear in Russia 08:33 - Social Bites

Gorky Automobile Plant (GAZ) is developing a new front-wheel drive truck SDV 3.5 for use in the markets. In this regard reports quto.ru. Along with the electric version, customers will also be offered a car with a conventional engine. "We have developed a concept car with an electric motor in…

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A new front-wheel drive truck will appear in Russia 08:33​

By Anika
August 31, 2024

Gorky Automobile Plant (GAZ) is developing a new front-wheel drive truck SDV 3.5 for use in the markets. In this regard reports quto.ru. Along with the electric version, customers will also be offered a car with a conventional engine.

“We have developed a concept car with an electric motor in accordance with modern trends, but we foresee that we will have a modification with an internal combustion engine according to the customer’s needs,” said Andrey Kuznetsov, Director of Development and Innovations at the Gorky Automobile Plant.

The van has sliding side doors and a pass-through between the cabin and the cargo area. At the rear, there is a folding ramp and automatic roll-up doors.

It is stated that the numbers in the model name indicate the total weight and the abbreviation is “Universal vehicle delivery services”. The vehicle is currently in the testing phase.

It happened before that knownGAZ will launch the all-wheel drive Sobol NN in five body types.

Options available for purchase will include an all-metal pickup truck, a cargo-passenger “combi,” a minibus, a flatbed truck and a simple chassis.

The basic version includes a standard media system, parking sensors and climate control. The new product is currently only equipped with a 2.5-liter turbodiesel engine producing 150 horsepower and a six-speed manual transmission.

Engine torque is stated to be 420 N∙m, but 305 N∙m is available at 1000 rpm.

It’s happened before knownWhen will GAZ start selling the all-wheel drive Sobol NN?






Source: Gazeta

 

[Yommie]

The market of Chinese cars with used cars grew by 80% in July

According to AUTOSTAT agency, in July 2024 Russians bought 18 241 passenger used cars of Chinese brands. This is 80% more than in the same month of last year (10 150 vehicles). A quarter of all bought in July used

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The market of Chinese cars with used cars grew by 80% in July​

According to AUTOSTAT agency, in July 2024 Russians bought 18 241 passenger used cars of Chinese brands. This is 80% more than in the same month of last year (10 150 vehicles). A quarter of all bought in July used "Chinese" belongs to Chery brand, which in quantitative terms is 4554 vehicles - 55% more than a year ago. The fifth part belongs to Geely (3,697 vehicles; +78%), and the eighth part - to Haval (2,343 vehicles; 2.3 times growth). Lifan (1,898 vehicles; +13%) and Great Wall (1,103 vehicles; +4%) also crossed the 1 thousand mark.

The most popular used Chinese car in the Russian Federation is Chery Tiggo crossover, the sales which in the second month of summer amounted to 780 vehicles. Haval Jolion, which sold out 770 used cars, was a little behind it. The third place is taken by Geely Coolray with 715 vehicles. In addition to them, the top 5 include Lifan X60 and Haval F7 (611 and 586 vehicles, respectively).

As for the results of the first 7 months of 2024, during this period the residents of the Russian Federation bought 98 907 "Chinese" used cars - 58% more than in January - July last year.