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New details about Lada Niva Sport were told to Russians 12:10 - Social Bites

The power of the Lada Niva Sport SUV is quite different from those previously announced. about this reports motor.ru. AvtoVAZ started mass production of Niva Sport. The three-door was caught on public roads. From our own sources it became known that for the first time we are talking about a…

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New details about Lada Niva Sport were told to Russians 12:10​

By Anika
October 6, 2024

The power of the Lada Niva Sport SUV is quite different from those previously announced. about this reports motor.ru.

AvtoVAZ started mass production of Niva Sport. The three-door was caught on public roads. From our own sources it became known that for the first time we are talking about a production car registered with the traffic police as a 144-horsepower Niva Sport,” says the portal.

It happened before that knownIt 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 reportedIt is stated that Lada Niva will begin to be equipped with a new 1.8-liter engine in 2025.






Source: Gazeta

 

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Atom electric car will appear in foreign markets 11:21 - Social Bites

Issues of exporting the Atom electric car abroad are being investigated. about this reports TASS cites Anatoly Kiyashko, director of Kama JSC responsible for interaction with government officials and corporate partners. "We are working on this, getting some analysis from the markets, holding...

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Atom electric car will appear in foreign markets 11:21​

By Anika
October 6, 2024

Issues of exporting the Atom electric car abroad are being investigated. about this reports TASS cites Anatoly Kiyashko, director of Kama JSC responsible for interaction with government officials and corporate partners.

“We are working on this, getting some analysis from the markets, holding regular meetings with business representatives, car manufacturers in foreign markets and looking for synergies,” Kiyashko said.

The electric car will be comparable in size to the Lada Granta in the hatchback body: length 3995 mm, width – 1780 mm. Ground clearance is 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 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.

It happened before that knownthat the domestic electric car “Atom” will cost 2.5 million rubles.

Previously reportedProduction of the Russian Atom car will begin in 2025.






Source: Gazeta

 

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AvtoVAZ started providing ESC system to dealers for Lada Vesta 08:16 - Social Bites

Russian automobile manufacturer AvtoVAZ started to send Lada Vesta cars to its dealers with the new exchange rate control system (ESC). about this reports Avtograd News is publicly available on the social network Vkontakte. “At 19.00 on October 3, the first car carrier loaded with Vesta cars...

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AvtoVAZ started providing ESC system to dealers for Lada Vesta 08:16​

By Anika
October 6, 2024

Russian automobile manufacturer AvtoVAZ started to send Lada Vesta cars to its dealers with the new exchange rate control system (ESC). about this reports Avtograd News is publicly available on the social network Vkontakte.

“At 19.00 on October 3, the first car carrier loaded with Vesta cars with ESC systems left the VAZ zone. The report states that a large number of commercial vehicles are flowing into dealers.

AvtoVAZ noted that the exchange rate stabilization system combines several functions that increase safety and driving comfort. These include the anti-skid system, traction control system, hill start assist, anti-lock braking system, as well as turning on the hazard warning flashers in case of emergency braking.

This is in public reportedIt was stated that after the production of Lada Vesta started 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.

Previously appearedWhen AvtoVAZ began producing the climate-controlled Lada Vesta.






Source: Gazeta

 

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Sales of Wey hybrid minivan in Russia announced 18:57 - Social Bites

The automaker Great Wall Motor will start selling the Wey 80 hybrid minivan in Russia. This was reported by the company's press service. The new product will be the brand's first model in this segment in the Russian market. The minivan will appear in car dealerships before the end of…

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Sales of Wey hybrid minivan in Russia announced 18:57​

By Anika
October 8, 2024

The automaker Great Wall Motor will start selling the Wey 80 hybrid minivan in Russia. This was reported by the company’s press service.

The new product will be the brand’s first model in this segment in the Russian market. The minivan will appear in car dealerships before the end of the year in two versions: the six-seat Business Lounge with an extended body and the seven-seat Premium. The car is equipped with a 1.5-liter turbo engine producing 152 horsepower. and two 95 hp electric motors. and 52 hp Wey 80 will be available with four-wheel drive system.

The car’s options include seats with “zero gravity” function, “winter” package, 12.3-inch digital instrument panel, 14.6-inch multimedia screen, etc. It is located.

before that reportedOwners of the Wey 05 crossover will spend 3.6 million rubles on its maintenance in five years.

So each kilometer on Wey 05 will cost 48.15 rubles. For one year the amount is 722.3 thousand rubles, for five years it is 3.61 million rubles. The price of the reviewed car in the Premium configuration is 6.5 million rubles.

The cost of ownership is stated to include MTPL and comprehensive insurance, tire replacement, repairs and taxes. In the calculation, vehicle ownership in Moscow with an average mileage of 15 thousand kilometers per year was taken into account.

existed before named The most reliable used crossovers.






Source: Gazeta

 

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The new version of Lada Vesta is in St. Screened in St. Petersburg 16:42 - Social Bites

St. At the International Gas Forum in St. Petersburg, ATS Group presented Lada Vesta with an experimental gas cylinder equipment system. about this reports "Autobroker Club" publication. It is stated that the car, which consumes both gasoline and compressed natural gas, is equipped with special...

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The new version of Lada Vesta is in St. Screened in St. Petersburg 16:42​

By Anika
October 8, 2024

St. At the International Gas Forum in St. Petersburg, ATS Group presented Lada Vesta with an experimental gas cylinder equipment system. about this reports “Autobroker Club” publication.

It is stated that the car, which consumes both gasoline and compressed natural gas, is equipped with special absorbers that allow you to maintain the filled gas volume while reducing the pressure level, increasing safety in the event of a possible cylinder rupture.

The solution also made it possible to reduce the size of the methane cylinder.

Before that, it was known that AvtoVAZ test dual-fuel sedan Lada Vesta. The vehicle will be able to run on natural gas.

The car will be equipped with a 16-valve 1.6-liter gasoline engine producing 106 horsepower. and five-speed manual transmission. It will be distinguished from the regular version of Lada Vesta by the methane cylinder placed in the trunk and the nameplates on the trunk lid.

The pre-restyling dual-fuel Lada Vesta CNG was able to travel more than 1000 km without refueling, and fuel costs were reduced by more than three times compared to the gasoline version. The features of the updated sedan were not disclosed. The new version should be presented in 2024.

Previously reportedWhat Lada Vesta owners have learned to install a digital dashboard on their car.






Source: Gazeta

 

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It became clear whether AvtoVAZ will release a new Lada Niva 15:29 - Social Bites

Russian manufacturer AvtoVAZ answered the question of whether it plans to introduce the new Lada Niva to customers. About this "Rossiyskaya Gazeta" said Vice President of Sales and Marketing of the company Dmitry Kostromin. "Maybe there is someone. But we are definitely not doing it. As for the...

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It became clear whether AvtoVAZ will release a new Lada Niva 15:29​

By Anika
October 8, 2024

Russian manufacturer AvtoVAZ answered the question of whether it plans to introduce the new Lada Niva to customers. About this “Rossiyskaya Gazeta” said Vice President of Sales and Marketing of the company Dmitry Kostromin.

“Maybe there is someone. But we are definitely not doing it. As for the current car, it is worth saying that the classic Niva is still inadequate. Starting next year, Legend and Niva Travel will have a 1.8-liter engine. The important thing for us is not to spoil the legendary SUV,” he said.

Kostromin added that AvtoVAZ wants to double the production of Niva Bronto due to increasing demand. He stated that the company will also launch the Niva Sport, but that it is a “niche product”.

Before that AvtoVAZ started Mass production of the Lada e-Largus electric car in Izhevsk, which will be sold at a price of 2.99 million rubles, taking into account state subsidies.

Buyers of domestically produced electric vehicles are provided with a state subsidy in the amount of 35% of the cost but not exceeding 925 thousand rubles only within the framework of the preferential vehicle loan program. If we do not take into account this discount, the price of Lada e-Largus will be 3.9 million rubles.

The facility will also announce the start of sales. Lada e-Largus will be produced as a five-seater station wagon as well as a minibus. The range for the passenger version is 420 km; The cargo version is available in two versions with one or two batteries. The cruising range of the minibus will be 320 or 400 km.

Previously happened It is known how many Lada cars Russians bought in September.






Source: Gazeta

 

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It was learned how much the price of Lada Niva Legend increased in three years 14:53 - Social Bites

AvtoVAZ has increased the cost of Lada Niva Legend in the basic configuration from 2021 by almost 70%. socialbites.ca was informed about this by the press service of the Fresh car market. “The cost of Lada Niva Legend in 2021 was 588 thousand rubles. The cost of the car in…

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It was learned how much the price of Lada Niva Legend increased in three years 14:53​

By Anika
October 8, 2024

AvtoVAZ has increased the cost of Lada Niva Legend in the basic configuration from 2021 by almost 70%. socialbites.ca was informed about this by the press service of the Fresh car market.

“The cost of Lada Niva Legend in 2021 was 588 thousand rubles. The cost of the car in 2022 is already 796.5 thousand rubles. At the same time, the basic version of the model was still missing ERA-GLONASS equipment and ABS, EBD and BAS systems,” said the press service of the Fresh automotive market.

The new year 2023 started with a price increase for the three-door Niva Legend. The Classic’22 version has already been sold for 800.9 thousand rubles. Until then, the basic package included an on-board computer, sound preparation and a button for the ERA-GLONASS accident response system.

Today, the updated version of Niva Legend in the basic Classic configuration with LED daytime running lights costs 981 thousand rubles. Thus, the price of Niva Legend has increased by 67% in the last three years (counting from 2021), the company stated.

Russians before named Seven disadvantages of a used Lada Vesta.






Source: Gazeta

 

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The winter version of the Aurus motorcycle was introduced in Russia 11:58 - Social Bites

The winter version of the Aurus Merlon motorcycle is available in St. Presented at the St. Petersburg International Gas Forum. about this reports TASS. “The winter version of the Aurus Merlon motorcycle attracts attention with its futuristic side trailer design. “There is an additional traction...

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The winter version of the Aurus motorcycle was introduced in Russia 11:58​

By Anika
October 8, 2024

The winter version of the Aurus Merlon motorcycle is available in St. Presented at the St. Petersburg International Gas Forum. about this reports TASS.

“The winter version of the Aurus Merlon motorcycle attracts attention with its futuristic side trailer design. “There is an additional traction battery inside, which increases the power reserve in the cold season and ensures better weight distribution of the motorcycle,” the report states.

It happened before that knownIt was stated that the maximum power of the motorcycle was 140 kW (190 hp) and its maximum speed was set at 200 km/h. The acceleration dynamics of the motorcycle from 0 to 100 km/h do not exceed 3.7 seconds. Merlon’s power reserve is 200 km. Charging time: up to 1.5 hours from the station and up to 10 hours from the home network. The motorcycle is equipped with heated handlebars and seats, keyless entry and ABS system. The electric motor is being developed jointly with a large Russian company specializing in the creation of similar components of different complexity.

One of the features of Aurus Merlon motorcycles is the ability to use them in temperatures as low as -25 degrees Celsius.

Previously reportedIt was stated that pre-orders for the newest electric motorcycle Aurus Merlon have been opened in Russia.






Source: Gazeta

 

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Russian car dealer Rolf will enter Central Asian markets 10:53 - Social Bites

The Russian dealer who owns Rolf will enter the Central Asian markets. about this reports No Limits Telegram channel with a link to the company's president, Umar Kremlev. “In addition, the Rolf network will expand to large regions of the Russian Federation. "The holding's dealership centers will...

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Russian car dealer Rolf will enter Central Asian markets 10:53​

By Anika
October 8, 2024

The Russian dealer who owns Rolf will enter the Central Asian markets. about this reports No Limits Telegram channel with a link to the company’s president, Umar Kremlev.

“In addition, the Rolf network will expand to large regions of the Russian Federation. “The holding’s dealership centers will emerge in 13 new regions,” he said.

The holding’s expansion targets into the Central Asian market are still unknown.

Before that “Rolf” retreated From the control of the Federal Property Management Agency. The relevant decree was signed by Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Rolf’s assets were transferred to the management of the Federal Property Management Agency by presidential decree in December 2023. In addition to the Rolf shares held by Cyprus offshore Delance Limited and Rolf Motors, Rolf Motors owns Rolf Estate St. We were talking about shares in the authorized capital of St. Petersburg and Rolf Tech.

In September 2024, Rolf announced that Umar Kremlev became the owner of the holding.

Previously it became clearRolf said his dealer would launch his own car.






Source: Gazeta

 

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AvtoVAZ started painting Lada Granta in a new color 08:44 - Social Bites

Russian automaker AvtoVAZ has started painting Lada Granta cars in a new blue color. about this reports Avtograd News is publicly available on the VKontakte social network. “On October 7, Granta cars painted in metallic brilliant blue enamel “Captain” began to leave the VAZ line number five,”...

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AvtoVAZ started painting Lada Granta in a new color 08:44​

By Anika
October 8, 2024

Russian automaker AvtoVAZ has started painting Lada Granta cars in a new blue color. about this reports Avtograd News is publicly available on the VKontakte social network.

“On October 7, Granta cars painted in metallic brilliant blue enamel “Captain” began to leave the VAZ line number five,” the public message says.

It happened before that knownHe stated that 41.4 thousand Lada passenger and light commercial vehicles were sold in Russia as of the end of September, and that this figure increased by 14.5% compared to September last year (8.6% compared to August this year). In just 9 months, official Lada dealers sold 335 thousand passenger and commercial vehicles of the brand (+38.1% compared to the same period last year).

In September, 17.8 thousand Lada Granta, 12 thousand Lada Vesta and 2.5 thousand Lada Largus cars were sold. Additionally, Lada Niva Legend and Niva Travel SUVs were sold at 4.3 thousand units each.

Previously reportedAmong AvtoVAZ models, Russians often leave Lada Priora as collateral.






Source: Gazeta

 

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A record number of cars were sold in Russia 08:28 - Social Bites

56 thousand new cars were sold in Russia between September 30 and October 6, 2024, a record figure since 2022. about this reports analytical agency "Avtostat". It was recorded that vehicle sales in Russia increased by 19.2% in one week. This affected all market segments. Thus, passenger car...

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A record number of cars were sold in Russia 08:28​

By Anika
October 8, 2024

56 thousand new cars were sold in Russia between September 30 and October 6, 2024, a record figure since 2022. about this reports analytical agency “Avtostat”.

It was recorded that vehicle sales in Russia increased by 19.2% in one week. This affected all market segments. Thus, passenger car sales increased by 18.6% to 49.4 thousand units; light commercial vehicles (LCV) – up to 3 thousand units, up 27.8%; trucks – an increase of 19.4% to 3.3 thousand units; buses – by 43.3%, up to 321 units.

It happened before that knownFour automobile brands in Russia increased the prices of their cars.

For example, Geely increased the prices of six models. Among them: Atlas Pro, Okavango, Monjaro, Emgrand, Foreword and Atlas. The price of cars increased from 38 thousand to 64 thousand rubles, depending on the model.

Also, the price of crossovers of the Belarusian brand Belgee – X50 and X70 – increased by 38 thousand rubles.

Chery changed the prices of four models (crossovers Tiggo 4 Pro, Tiggo 7 Pro Max, Tiggo 8 Pro Max and Arrizo 8 sedan). Their prices increased by 10-50 thousand rubles (plus 0.2 – 1.8%).

But the price of Jetour’s T2 crossover has increased by 200-250 thousand rubles.

Previously reportedHe said that the world’s first artificial intelligence car is on sale in China.






Source: Gazeta

 

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XCITE X-Cross 7 crossovers are now available on Wildberries

XCITE brand vehicles are now available on Wildberries marketplace. According to the press service of the brand, at the first stage the ordered XCITE X-Cross 7 crossovers will be sold through the official dealer of the brand - ‘Bright Park’. At the stage of purchase the client sees the final cost...

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XCITE X-Cross 7 crossovers are now available on Wildberries​

XCITE brand vehicles are now available on Wildberries marketplace. According to the press service of the brand, at the first stage the ordered XCITE X-Cross 7 crossovers will be sold through the official dealer of the brand - ‘Bright Park’. At the stage of purchase the client sees the final cost of the car. Only Moscow residents can buy the X-Cross 7, but the marketplace is working on expanding the sales regions of this model.

It is also reported that X-Cross 7 can be purchased only by prepayment by card, which is linked to the profile. After the order is placed, the buyer will be contacted by representatives of the dealership to conclude a sales contract and agree on the place of delivery. XCITE cars purchased on Wildberries are covered by the manufacturer's warranty. It is 3 years of operation or 100 thousand kilometres of mileage - depending on what comes first.

Recall that the mid-size crossover XCITE X-Cross 7 is produced at the company Avtozavod St. Petersburg. The model is equipped with a 1.5-litre 147 hp (210 Nm) turbo petrol engine paired with a variator. The crossover is offered in two configurations - Enjoy and Techno. Their recommended retail price is 2,499,000 and 2,636,000 rubles, respectively. As previously reported by AUTOSTAT agency, in September XCITE cars became available on Ozon marketplace.

 

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The average price of a used car decreased by 3.4% for the year

According to AUTOSTAT agency, the average price* of a used passenger car in September 2024 was 1 million 475 thousand rubles. Such data are contained in the monthly review ‘Monitoring of prices in the secondary market’, prepared by AUTOSTAT agency. The average price of a used car in Russia has...

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The average price of a used car decreased by 3.4% for the year​

According to AUTOSTAT agency, the average price* of a used passenger car in September 2024 was 1 million 475 thousand rubles. Such data are contained in the monthly review ‘Monitoring of prices in the secondary market’, prepared by AUTOSTAT agency. The average price of a used car in Russia has been decreasing for the seventh month in a row. Thus, in compare with August, it decreased by 0.7% or 11 thousand rubles. At the same time, for the first time in a very long time, this indicator decreased in annual comparison: in relation to September 2023, the drop was 3.4% or 52 thousand rubles.

Experts of ‘AUTOSTAT’ agency explain the continuing decline in the average price of used cars by the change in the structure of supply in the market, namely its shift towards mass brands.

* Calculated on the basis of monitoring of offers for sale of passenger cars on the secondary market (excluding sales volumes).

 

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Sales of new buses grew by 12% in September

According to AUTOSTAT agency, 973 new buses were sold in Russia in September 2024. This is 12% more than in the same month last year. At the same time, in compare with August this year, this market fell by 23%.

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Sales of new buses grew by 12% in September​

According to AUTOSTAT agency, 973 new buses were sold in Russia in September 2024. This is 12% more than in the same month last year. At the same time, in compare with August this year, this market fell by 23%.

About 35% of all buses sold at the beginning of autumn belonged to the Russian brand PAZ (333 vehicles). The second position was taken by Chinese brand Yutong (152 vehicles). Domestic brands NEFAZ (89 vehicles), KAMAZ (75 vehicles) and LIAZ (62 vehicles) are also in the top five.

As for the model rating, the leading position is taken by PAZ 3204 (184 vehicles). The second place is taken by another ‘Pazik’ - PAZ 3205 (94 vehicles), the third - by NEFAZ 5299 (89 vehicles). KAMAZ 6282 and Yutong ZK6122H9 (70 and 53 vehicles, respectively) are also in the top 5.

At the end of 9 months of 2024, sales of new buses in our country totaled 13 865 vehicles, which is 16.8% more than in the same period last year.

 

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Sales of new LCVs grew by 16% in September

In September 2024, 9,053 new light commercial vehicles (LCVs) were sold in Russia, according to experts of AUTOSTAT agency. This is 16% more than in September last year, but 3.3% less than in August this year. It should be noted that during market analyzing AUTOSTAT agency uses its own...

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Sales of new LCVs grew by 16% in September​

In September 2024, 9,053 new light commercial vehicles (LCVs) were sold in Russia, according to experts of AUTOSTAT agency. This is 16% more than in September last year, but 3.3% less than in August this year. It should be noted that during market analyzing AUTOSTAT agency uses its own segmentation. For example, we refer some models of pickup trucks to the segment of passenger cars.

The first four positions in the brand rating are taken by Russian brands. More than a half (52%) of the market belongs to GAZ brand - in the first month of autumn 4,730 such LCVs were sold. The second line is taken by UAZ (1,322 vehicles), the third by LADA (1,049 vehicles), and the fourth by Sollers (836 vehicles).

GAZ Gazelle NEXT remained the leader in the model rating in September. Last month, 2979 vehicles of this model were sold. The second place, having a significant lag from the leader, was taken by Sollers Atlant (677 vehicles). The third position belongs to GAZ 3302 (564 vehicles). Also, in the top five there were UAZ-3909 and LADA Largus VU (523 and 505 vehicles, respectively). As for the results of 9 months of this year, during this period in our country it was sold 75 522 light commercial vehicles - 23.9% more than in the same period of 2023.