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Dealer told about the growth of demand for foreign cars of departed brands

Traffic in car showrooms of parallel imports of the holding

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Dealer told about the growth of demand for foreign cars of departed brands​

04.10.24

Traffic in car showrooms of parallel imports of the holding "ROLF" in September increased by 30%, the director of department of new car sales "ROLF", Nikolay Ivanov, informed the agency AUTOSTAT.

"Firstly, the demand for hybrids and electric cars has doubled in relation to the same period of 2023. Secondly, customers have become quicker to make a decision to buy cars of brands that have left the country", said Nikolay Ivanov. At the same time, the expert notes, buyers have started to choose cars of Chinese brands more often. Thus, the best-selling models in ROLF showrooms in September were Haval Jolion, Chery Tiggo 7, OMODA C5.

In general, according to Nikolay Ivanov, September was a record month for the company this year in terms of sales. One of the factors is the announcement of indexation of salvage tax from October 1st, 2024. This is a general trend for the market and ROLF is not an exception.

 

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https://en.napinfo.ru/news/hybrid-mercedes-amg-was-brought-to-russia-under-the-parallel-import-scheme/

07/10/2024
Hybrid Mercedes-AMG was brought to Russia under the parallel import scheme
A Russian dealer has brought the German Mercedes-Benz S-Class luxury sedan in the "charged" version AMG to Russia under the parallel import scheme. According to the classifieds, its cost is 31,450,000 rubles.

This is a model that will be available in the Russian Federation in the version 63 E AMG Long Performance. The powertrain is represented by 4.0-liter hybrid engine with a total capacity of 802 HP, coupled with automatic gear box and all-wheel drive. The electric motor is charged from a 13.1 kWh battery. The electric range is 31 km.

 

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The release of LADA Vesta with climate control and keyless access is scheduled for 2025 - NAPI

NAPI The release of LADA Vesta with climate control and keyless access is scheduled for 2025 LADA Vesta equipped with climate control and keyless access will enter the market next year

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07/10/2024
The release of LADA Vesta with climate control and keyless access is scheduled for 2025
LADA Vesta equipped with climate control and keyless access will enter the market next year, according to Dmitry Kostromin, AVTOVAZ Vice President for Sales and Marketing.

LADA Vesta, which has been already available, is currently equipped with side airbags, front parking sensors, blind spot monitoring system, turn illumination, and heated windshield washer nozzles. Moreover, its equipment includes an automatic window lifter mode with anti-jamming protection and LED fog lights. However, there has not yet been an official announcement about the start of sales of such a novelty.

 

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https://en.napinfo.ru/news/uaz-hunter-is-equipped-with-zmz-409051-engine/

07/10/2024
UAZ Hunter is equipped with ZMZ 409051 engine
The classic Hunter SUV will receive ZMZ 409051 engine, currently presented in the Patriot, Pickup and Profi models, representatives of the enterprise reports.

It is known that ZMZ 409051 engine, which is planned to replace the current power plant, has displacement of 2.7 liters, capacity of 149.6 HP and a maximum torque of 235 Nm.

For comparison, ZMZ 40911 power unit previously integrated into Hunter has a similar displacement, but is significantly less powerful – its capacity is 112 HP. As reported at the enterprise, in the future UAZ plans to completely abandon this engine.

 

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https://en.napinfo.ru/news/17-000-solaris-cars-were-produced-over-9-months-of-2024-in-saint-petersburg/

07/10/2024
17,000 Solaris cars were produced over 9 months of 2024 in Saint Petersburg
In less than 9 months of 2024, 17 thousand Solaris cars were produced at the AGR Automobile Plant in Saint Petersburg. A total of 13.8 thousand cars were sold in the period from March to September, Kommersant reports, citing the plant's press service.

According to an internal assessment, Solaris managed to retain the third place in the market among sedans. Thus, the brand's dealer network includes 81 car dealerships in 55 cities of Russia.

The brand's model line-up is represented by rebranded Hyundai and Kia cars – HS sedan (Hyundai Solaris), HC crossover (Hyundai Creta), KRS sedan (Kia Rio) and KRX cross hatchback (Kia Rio X-Line). Technically, all models are identical to the original prototypes.

 

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https://en.napinfo.ru/news/kamaz-presented-passenger-vehicles-at-the-electric-transport-exhibition-in-yekaterinburg/

04/10/2024
KAMAZ presented passenger vehicles at the "Electric Transport" exhibition in Yekaterinburg
KAMAZ presented opportunities in the field of production of innovative passenger vehicles at the "Electric Transport" exhibition, held on September 26-27, 2024 in Yekaterinburg. KAMAZ-6282 ONC electric bus with night charging was presented at the company's exposition.

KAMAZ-6282 ONC electric bus with night charging presented at the exhibition in Yekaterinburg is one of the latest models in the KAMAZ passenger transport line-up. For the first time, the novelty was presented to a wide audience at the "Comtrans 2023" international commercial vehicle exhibition. This electric bus has retained all the advantages of the "classic" KAMAZ-6282 model, but it charges at night, after hours. This type of electric buses has an increased capacity of traction batteries, which implies a large amount of mileage on a single charge. The range of the electric bus is 250 km. Energy is stored in lithium-nickel-manganese-cobalt (NMC) rechargeable batteries with an energy capacity of 499 kWh. The electric synchronous motor has permanent magnets as part of an electric axle with a power of 2x180 kW. The advantage of the new vehicle is the reduction of environmental and acoustic load on the urban environment, the electric bus has no harmful emissions and moves almost silently. Passenger capacity of the electric bus is up to 85 people, with 35 seats.

 

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AvtoVAZ started producing the new Lada Niva Sport with increased power 19:37 - Social Bites

Russian automobile manufacturer AvtoVAZ started serial production of Lada Niva Sport. about this reports Portal Motor.ru. The new product was noticed on public roads. According to the portal, we are talking about a serial car with number m657tr763, registered with the traffic police. It was...

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AvtoVAZ started producing the new Lada Niva Sport with increased power 19:37​

By Anika
October 7, 2024

Russian automobile manufacturer AvtoVAZ started serial production of Lada Niva Sport. about this reports Portal Motor.ru.

The new product was noticed on public roads. According to the portal, we are talking about a serial car with number m657tr763, registered with the traffic police. It was equipped with a 144 hp engine. The power of the new product was expected to be 120 hp.

It is assumed that Niva Sport will receive a 1.8 Evo engine. According to inside information, the production process of the model continues.

before that it became clearIt was stated that mass production of Lada Niva Sport SUV will start in December 2024.

Lada Niva Sport differs from the standard version of the SUV with its original front seats. The car had to be equipped with a reinforced 122 hp engine, front and rear disc brakes, a reinforced rear axle and a body adapted to the new engine.

Previously reportedHe said that AvtoVAZ will launch Lada Aura, which does not require gasoline.






Source: Gazeta

 

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The ten most reliable Chinese used cars in Russia were named 17:39 - Social Bites

In Russia, a number of reliable Chinese used cars are sold on the secondary market. Avtodom car dealers told socialbites.ca about this. “The concept of automobile reliability is directly related to its residual value, that is, the estimate of the value of the car after three years of use. Thus,…

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The ten most reliable Chinese used cars in Russia were named 17:39​

By Anika
October 7, 2024

In Russia, a number of reliable Chinese used cars are sold on the secondary market. Avtodom car dealers told socialbites.ca about this.

“The concept of automobile reliability is directly related to its residual value, that is, the estimate of the value of the car after three years of use. Thus, Omoda C5 will save up to 89% from its original price. The company’s press service reported that Changan Uni-K should also be considered a reliable car, after a three-year operating period it will retain 87% of its original price tag.

Autodom also included Changan Uni-V as reliable Chinese models with mileage (up to 82% of the original cost), GAC GS8 and Kaiyi e5 with indicators of 84% and 90%, respectively. In addition, China’s most reliable second-hand cars include Changan CS35 and CS35 Plus, JAC J7, Geely Atlas Pro and Haval Jolion.

“When choosing a used car in China, you need to take into account the level of popularity of the brand in the Russian market, the presence of a developed network of service centers, the cost of spare parts and the year of manufacture of the car. ” Avtodom explained.

Russians before named Four reasons why a car engine stalls.






Source: Gazeta

 

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AvtoVAZ will launch Lada Aura, which does not need gasoline 13:45 - Social Bites

Russian automaker AvtoVAZ has begun testing the electric modification of the extended Lada Aura sedan. About this in an interview with Rossiyskaya Gazeta stated General Director of Rostec State Corporation Sergei Chemezov. "AvtoVAZ has also started industrial production of the electric car; Lada...

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AvtoVAZ will launch Lada Aura, which does not need gasoline 13:45​

By Anika
October 7, 2024

Russian automaker AvtoVAZ has begun testing the electric modification of the extended Lada Aura sedan. About this in an interview with Rossiyskaya Gazeta stated General Director of Rostec State Corporation Sergei Chemezov.

“AvtoVAZ has also started industrial production of the electric car; Lada e-Largus started production at the end of September, and tests are ongoing on the electric version of the flagship Lada Aura sedan,” Chemezov said.

It happened before that knownThe basic version of the Lada Aura car will be sold in the Russian market for 2.6-2.8 million rubles.

AvtoVAZ’s press service noted that the price of more than 3 million rubles will be set for the most equipped version of the model. It will have some components from Aurus – a premium audio system, a rear seat with adjustment and massage, genuine leather.

In a previous interview, AvtoVAZ’s president Maxim Sokolov statedThe price of Lada Aura will exceed 3 million rubles. According to him, mass production of the sedan is planned for September.

Previously reportedAvtoVAZ started the test assembly of Lada Niva Legend with a new engine.






Source: Gazeta

 

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The cost of the new Jaecoo J5 crossover has been announced 11:09 - Social Bites

The new compact crossover Jaecoo J5 will cost the same as the Omoda C5. about this reports “Avtostat” with reference to Alexander Kovalev, head of the press service of the Expocar Group of Companies. “The cost of Jaecoo J5 will probably partially overlap with Omoda C5 and range from 2…

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The cost of the new Jaecoo J5 crossover has been announced 11:09​

By Anika
October 7, 2024

The new compact crossover Jaecoo J5 will cost the same as the Omoda C5. about this reports “Avtostat” with reference to Alexander Kovalev, head of the press service of the Expocar Group of Companies.

“The cost of Jaecoo J5 will probably partially overlap with Omoda C5 and range from 2 to 3 million rubles. Kovalev said that there should be no internal competition, primarily due to the different body types: the J5 is a classic crossover, the C5 is a cross-coupe.”

It happened before that knownIt was stated that the Jaecoo J5 model will be offered in electric (BEV), hybrid (HEV) and internal combustion engine versions. The wheelbase of the car will be 2620 mm, which means it will belong to the compact A0 class. The J5 crossover targets the international market.

Judging by the photo, the car will receive a branded radiator grille, narrow LED headlights, a wide spoiler on the trunk door and parking sensors.

Previously reportedAvtoVAZ started the test assembly of Lada Niva Legend with a new engine.






Source: Gazeta

 

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AvtoVAZ started the test assembly of Lada Niva Legend with a new engine 10:43 - Social Bites

Russian automaker AvtoVAZ has released a test copy of the Lada Niva Legend with a new engine. about this reports Avtorad News is publicly available on the VKontakte social network. “Last week, a test car Lada Niva Legend with a 1.6 liter engine was assembled at VAZ 11182. Two similar…

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AvtoVAZ started the test assembly of Lada Niva Legend with a new engine 10:43​

By Anika
October 7, 2024

Russian automaker AvtoVAZ has released a test copy of the Lada Niva Legend with a new engine. about this reports Avtorad News is publicly available on the VKontakte social network.

“Last week, a test car Lada Niva Legend with a 1.6 liter engine was assembled at VAZ 11182. Two similar 90 hp vehicles have already been produced and are being tested. “As AvtoVAZ President Maxim Sokolov announced, the automobile plant plans to switch to equipping Niva family cars with modern engines in 2025.”

Before that AvtoVAZ was officially announcedLada Niva Legend SUV has been given LED daytime running lights (DRL). They are more reliable and durable than incandescent lamps. The brightness of the daytime running lights was increased by 50% and the brightness of the parking lights was increased by 2.5 times. In addition, the use of LED also improves the balance of energy consumption.

LED DRLs are available for all Niva Legend trim levels except the base Classic version. The cost of the new option is 7 thousand rubles.

New LEDs were installed as part of a large-scale modernization of the model. The car is also expected to have electric headlight range control.

Previously reportedAvtoVAZ began painting the updated Lada Niva Bronto in a new color.






Source: Gazeta

 

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Cars of the Russian brand Xcite started to be sold at Wildberries 07:49 - Social Bites

Russian car brand Xcite is available for sale at Wildberries. This was reported by RIA Novosti Citing the marketplace press service. "The merger of Wildberries and Russ significantly expands the 'Vehicles' category and broadens the range of automobiles," the statement said. In particular...

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Cars of the Russian brand Xcite started to be sold at Wildberries 07:49​

By Anika
October 7, 2024

Russian car brand Xcite is available for sale at Wildberries. This was reported by RIA Novosti Citing the marketplace press service.

“The merger of Wildberries and Russ significantly expands the ‘Vehicles’ category and broadens the range of automobiles,” the statement said.

In particular, starting from October 2024, Wildberries users will be able to purchase the Russian crossover Xcite X-Cross 7.

On October 1, the analytical agency “Avtostat” cited the press service of the company “Avtozavod St. Petersburg”. reportedIt reported that 1,088 XCite X-Cross 7 units were sold in September 2024, up 8.3% from August 2024.

XCite X-Cross 7 entered the Russian market on May 27. More than 3.4 thousand of these cars have been sold since the start of sales.

This is before Rosstandard announced Two recall campaigns for the XCite X-Cross 7. It was announced that one of these would affect 708 vehicles, due to possible damage to the cables going to the speed sensors in the front wheels. These sensors play a role in the operation of the ABS and stabilization system. Another problem for 1,150 vehicles is related to the incorrect connection of the ERA-GLONASS system or the absence of a microphone.

Previously it was known that AvtoVAZ will restart Production of Renault Logan and Sandero.






Source: Gazeta

 

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UAZ gave up its chrome logo 14:16 - Social Bites

Russian automaker UAZ has started putting simplified black logos on its vehicles. about this reports motor.ru. After 2022, such badges began to replace the chrome ring with stylized wings on the sides on the lines "Patriot", "Pickup" and "Hunter", and now in Ulyanovsk they finally relied on the...

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UAZ gave up its chrome logo 14:16​

By Anika
October 6, 2024

Russian automaker UAZ has started putting simplified black logos on its vehicles. about this reports motor.ru.

After 2022, such badges began to replace the chrome ring with stylized wings on the sides on the lines “Patriot”, “Pickup” and “Hunter”, and now in Ulyanovsk they finally relied on the anti-chrome logo. In the statement made by the portal, it was stated that changing the emblem is associated with a decrease in price.

It is noted that in Russian dealers you can still find cars with the old logo, but new UAZ batches come with black badges on the radiator grille.

It happened before that knownHe said that sales of the UAZ Hunter SUV with a Euro-5 environmental class engine will start in November 2024.

The minimum cost of a Hunter with such an engine is 1.53 million rubles, the reconnaissance version with a set of off-road equipment is 1.84 million rubles.

In the Euro-5 version, the power of the power unit is 112 hp. It is mated to a five-speed manual transmission from Chinese brand BAIC. The SUV is equipped with a selectable all-wheel drive system with reduction gear.

happened before knownHow expensive Lada and UAZ spare parts have become in Russia.






Source: Gazeta

 

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It has become clear how much the maintenance of the Tank 300 SUV will cost 13:11 - Social Bites

During the five years of ownership of the Tank 300 SUV, the owner of the car will spend 2.43 million rubles on maintenance. about this reports analytical agency "Avtostat". Thus, the cost of owning Tank 300 per 1 km is 24.3 rubles. This amount is 40.5 thousand rubles per month,…

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It has become clear how much the maintenance of the Tank 300 SUV will cost 13:11​

By Anika
October 6, 2024

During the five years of ownership of the Tank 300 SUV, the owner of the car will spend 2.43 million rubles on maintenance. about this reports analytical agency “Avtostat”.

Thus, the cost of owning Tank 300 per 1 km is 24.3 rubles. This amount is 40.5 thousand rubles per month, 486 thousand rubles per year, and 2.43 million rubles in five years. The cost of the Tank 300 car starts from 4.2 million rubles.

The cost of ownership is stated to include MTPL and comprehensive insurance, tire replacement, fuel, repairs and taxes. In the calculation, vehicle ownership in Moscow with an average mileage of 20 thousand kilometers per year was taken into account.

It happened before that knownthat Tank 300, prepared for off-road, will appear on the Russian market.

The version prepared for difficult journeys beyond the asphalt will differ from standard cars in its electric body kit, including sills, bumpers and underbody protection. In addition, the set of additional equipment includes a snorkel for overcoming water obstacles, a winch and an original spare wheel mount.

Russians before said New details about Lada Niva Sport.






Source: Gazeta

 

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It was revealed how much non-original spare parts for Geely Emgrand cost 12:35 - Social Bites

Automotive expert “Behind the wheel” Alexander Vinogradov saidHow much do non-original spare parts for servicing Geely Emgrand cost? That is why the engine oil in the new Geely Emgrand sedan needs to be changed every 10 thousand km. A cheap analogue will cost 2.2 thousand rubles, and an...

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It was revealed how much non-original spare parts for Geely Emgrand cost 12:35​

By Anika
October 6, 2024

Automotive expert “Behind the wheel” Alexander Vinogradov saidHow much do non-original spare parts for servicing Geely Emgrand cost?

That is why the engine oil in the new Geely Emgrand sedan needs to be changed every 10 thousand km. A cheap analogue will cost 2.2 thousand rubles, and an expensive one – 12.4 thousand rubles.

The cheapest oil filter costs 300 rubles. For an expensive analogue you will have to pay 800 rubles.

A non-original set of spark plugs will cost 2.8 thousand rubles, and front brake pads will cost 3.8 thousand rubles for a cheap analogue.

Among analogues there are quite good options that are worth the money.

Before that, automobile expert Sergei Zinoviev saidIs it worth paying more for Renault Arkana instead of Duster?

“Arkana can be perceived as an enlarged, improved and completed Duster in a stylish cross-lift format. The bright appearance is not confirmed inside: the interior is boring, the materials are simple, there are questions about ergonomics. There are more electronics and comfort elements than usual for the budget crossover,” the expert said.

According to him, the crossovers have the same engines. H4M 1.6 (114 hp) and H5Ht 1.3 (150 hp) engines, the former available with both manual transmission and CVT, the latter only available with continuously variable transmission. The service life of power units is 300 and 200 thousand kilometers, respectively.

Russians before said New details about Lada Niva Sport.






Source: Gazeta