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AvtoVAZ has reduced the production plan for LADA Aura and Vesta - NAPI

NAPI AvtoVAZ has reduced the production plan for LADA Aura and Vesta AvtoVAZ is adapting to the market realities and reducing production due to falling sales.

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24/03/2025
AvtoVAZ has reduced the production plan for LADA Aura and Vesta
AvtoVAZ is adapting to the market realities and reducing production due to falling sales. The company has reduced the production of LADA Aura and LADA Vesta models.

So, the assembly of LADA Aura business sedan is currently not carried out daily, although previously the production plan was 30 cars per day. Vesta is produced in volumes of 320 cars per day (20 units per hour with two-shift operation), but earlier plans were announced to increase production to 52 units per hour.

Recall that in February 2025, 26,716 new LADA cars and light commercial vehicles were sold, which was a 28.4% rise on January production results, but 4% less relative to similar period of the previous year.

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MAZ presented KS-5575BY truck crane at the SPTO. Cranes exhibition - NAPI

NAPI MAZ presented KS-5575BY truck crane at the SPTO. Cranes exhibition A 25-ton KS-5575BY truck crane based on the MAZ-6302C5 chassis was presented at the exhibition.

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24/03/2025
MAZ presented KS-5575BY truck crane at the SPTO. Cranes exhibition
The authorized distributor of the Minsk Automobile Plant in the Russian Federation, MAZ-RUS LLC, participates in the 16th International specialized exhibition of special purpose vehicles and lifting and transport equipment "SPTO. Cranes", held in Moscow on March 18-19, 2025.

A 25-ton KS-5575BY truck crane based on the MAZ-6302C5 chassis was presented at the exhibition. It features the absence of axle load, reinforced suspension of the front axle weighing 9 tons, as well as an ovoid profile boom.

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Volvo in Russia is on sale at the price of the new Lada Vesta 18:21 - Social Bites

Almost a new Volvo S60 model is on sale in Russia. About it Happened Rossiya is known by Rossiya Gazeta during monitoring of vehicle areas. The recommended car is 17.8 thousand km. “A cloth accident, the same way huts. Garage storage. Then it was 100 km ago. New batteries and…

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A new domestic sports car will appear in Russia 13:54 - Social Bites

A new domestic Rydin sports carriers brand emerged in Russia. reports Engine. “The authors of the Rydin project decided to create their own race cars that would cost cheaper than foreign analogues, but can also be compared with features, including dynamics,” he said. Rydin's creators say that...

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Dealers in Russia have a new Geely Crossover 09:44 - Social Bites

Geely Russian dealers have a new EX5 Crossover, reports Avtostat Analytical Agency. The maximum power of the electric motor is 218 HP. Up to 100 km/h, the car can reach 6.9 S speed. In the first configuration, the pro model already has a complete “winter” package consisting of the heating…

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GAC announced the price of the new Empow sedan

Chinese automaker GAC announced the price of new Empow sedan, which will soon appear on the Russian car market. This model will be presented in two configurations: basic GS and extended GL (S-style). Its price starts from 2,899,000 rubles (including discounts), reports the press service of the...

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Geely and Belgee cars are on sale on Ozon

Chinese automobile brand Geely and Belarusian Belgee expand the list of online platforms where you can buy cars of these brands. Now consumers can buy Geely and Belgee cars on Ozon marketplace, the press services of both companies report.

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Solaris enters the top 10 of the Russian car market for the third week in a row

According to AUTOSTAT agency, 343 new cars of Solaris brand were sold in Russia during the 12th week of 2025 (from March 17 to March 23). This result allowed it to be again in the top ten leaders of the Russian market, and this is the third week in a row.

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OMODA C7 crossover is available at dealers in Moscow and the Moscow region

The new crossover C7 of the Chinese brand OMODA will be presented in the official dealerships of the brand in Moscow and Moscow region until April 14, the press service of the company reports. On certain dates the novelty will be available in the following dealerships: Avtomir Krylatskoe...

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Geely EX5 electric crossover has appeared at Russian dealers

The new electric crossover Geely EX5 has started to arrive at Russian dealers. In particular, the novelty is already presented in the showroom and is available for test drives in the dealership center AVILON Volgogradsky, told the agency

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25/03/2025
Omoda C7 became available in Russian dealerships
Omoda C7 crossover has been delivered to dealerships in Moscow and the Moscow region. As the brand's press service reports, the models have been put up for review so far.

C7 is the flagship mid-size crossover. The power plant is available in two versions – a classic 1.6-liter petrol 186-HP unit coupled with all-wheel drive, and a hybrid unit consisting of an electric motor and 1.5-liter petrol engine. The total capacity of the hybrid version is 326 HP, the electric range is 95 km, and the total range is 1,200 km.

The interior is equipped with a 15.6-inch multimedia system display, a projection screen and a small-sized display replacing the traditional dashboard. The list of options also includes an aromatic system and premium Sony acoustics.

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Sinotruk Bolden S6 and S7 pickups will enter the Russian market in the first half of 2025 - NAPI

NAPI Sinotruk Bolden S6 and S7 pickups will enter the Russian market in the first half of 2025 Two new pickups, Sinotruk Bolden S6 and S7, will debut on the Russian market by the middle of 2025

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25/03/2025
Sinotruk Bolden S6 and S7 pickups will enter the Russian market in the first half of 2025
Two new pickups, Sinotruk Bolden S6 and S7, will debut on the Russian market by the middle of 2025, according to Mikhail Plotnikov, CEO of Motor Place, which is the brand's distributor.

Bolden S6 is a pickup equipped with manual transmission and a Part-time 4WD all-wheel drive system, but the version with an automatic all-wheel drive (Real-Time) with a downshift will also be available. The model will be equipped with a standard multimedia system, dual-zone climate control for the version with automatic gear box and heated front seats.

Bolden S7 pickup is more versatile and equipped with an improved set of options, which includes a 360° camera, a transparent hood system, additional noise insulation, etc.

Both models are equipped with 177-HP diesel engines with 410 Nm of torque.

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NEFAZ announced the production plan for 2025 - NAPI

NAPI NEFAZ announced the production plan for 2025 NEFAZ, KAMAZ subsidiary in Bashkiria, summed up the results of the plant's work in 2024 and outlined plans for the current year.

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25/03/2025
NEFAZ announced the production plan for 2025
NEFAZ, KAMAZ subsidiary in Bashkiria, summed up the results of the plant's work in 2024 and outlined plans for the current year.

So, this year the business plan of NEFAZ PTC provides for the production of 1.7 thousand passenger vehicles (buses, electric vehicles), 4.8 thousand dumpers and 570 trailers.

The company continues to work on the implementation of two large-scale projects for the development of dumper and bus production facilities. The projects provide for automation and robotization of production processes, as well as modernization of equipment. In addition, production areas are being prepared for the re-installation of existing process equipment and the installation of newly purchased equipment.

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KAMAZ has released the first frame for the new K5 cabin - NAPI

NAPI KAMAZ has released the first frame for the new K5 cabin KAMAZ has assembled the first K5 generation cabin frame for a new vehicle designed for the Ministry of Emergency Situations.

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25/03/2025
KAMAZ has released the first frame for the new K5 cabin
KAMAZ has assembled the first K5 generation cabin frame for a new vehicle designed for the Ministry of Emergency Situations. The product was manufactured as part of the second stage of the import substitution project of the flagship KAMAZ series, funds for its implementation were allocated by the Industrial Development Fund of the Russian Federation.

This cabin for the new heavy-duty truck will be narrower and lower than that of the flagship KAMAZ-54901 model. A high engine tunnel has appeared in the design, which provides a layout solution for a lower cabin installation. This type is necessary to equip the vehicle with specialized equipment, the ladder, as well as to increase the responsiveness of emergency crews rushing to the rescue.

Another important difference in the cabin frame design is the doors with a cutout for the wheel arch. Additionally, 6 stamping and the same number of control accessories were ordered for the new frame. Tests and acceptance of stamps on the line were carried out at the plant, all details corresponded to the design documentation.

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Production of Valdai 18 cab-over-engine truck has started - NAPI

NAPI Production of Valdai 18 cab-over-engine truck has started Production of a Valdai 18 has started at Nizhny Novgorod Trucks.

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25/03/2025
Production of Valdai 18 cab-over-engine truck has started
Production of a new model has started at Nizhny Novgorod Trucks. Valdai 18 multi-purpose cab-over-engine truck is designed for short and medium-haul transportation, public utilities, and solving various economic and business tasks in an urban environment.

With a gross weight of 18 tons, Valdai 18 has a high load capacity for its class – up to 12.2 tons. The variability of wheelbases (from 4,800 to 6,100 mm) and the ability to take off power from the gear box made it possible to install a wide range of superstructures to solve various business problems.

The power plant consists of the fuel efficient Euro-5 diesel engine coupled with 8-speed manual gear box. The engine displacement is 6.7 liters, capacity is 261 HP, and torque is 956 Nm. The basic version of Valdai 18 is equipped with a rear air suspension.

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