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It was revealed how much AvtoVAZ and UAZ earned from cars for the authorities 18:20 - Social Bites

AvtoVAZ earned 8.1 billion rubles from state procurement in 2023. In this respect reports Vedomosti newspaper cites data from the Tenderplan analytical system. It was noted that AvtoVAZ's sales related to government procurement increased by 23% compared to 2022. This is followed by UAZ, which...

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It was revealed how much AvtoVAZ and UAZ earned from cars for the authorities 18:20​

ByANIKA
March 28, 2024

AvtoVAZ earned 8.1 billion rubles from state procurement in 2023. In this respect reports Vedomosti newspaper cites data from the Tenderplan analytical system.
It was noted that AvtoVAZ’s sales related to government procurement increased by 23% compared to 2022. This is followed by UAZ, which earned 5 billion rubles from cars for the authorities. In addition, the share of both companies in government purchases in currency terms increased to one third.
In third place was China Haval, which earned 2.2 billion rubles on cars for the authorities. – Five times more than in 2022.
Overall, in 2023, government institutions purchased vehicles worth RUB 36.5 billion. This is 17% more than a year ago. The average price of the contract for the supply of one machine was 5.2 billion rubles.
Ministry of Industry and Trade in February filled Car list for French and Chinese car authorities. The list of cars recommended for state procurement includes Citroen C5 Aircross crossovers produced by the Automobile Technologies company in the Kaluga region.
The list also includes BAIC cars of the U5 Plus, X35, X55, BJ40 Plus, X7 models, which are assembled at Avtotor in Kaliningrad. Kaiyi E5, X3 Pro, X3 and X7, SWM G05 Pro and G01 and Amberauto A5 (produced by the same factory) also appeared here. Additionally, Evolute i-Jet and Haval M6 are among those recommended for government purchases as company vehicles.
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Source: Gazeta

 

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In 2024, St. 25 thousand vehicles will come off the assembly line of the old Hyundai factory in St. Petersburg 01:35 - Social Bites

St. Petersburg Governor Alexander Beglov, St. He said that the former Hyundai and Toyota auto plants in St. Petersburg will follow the path of maximum localization. TV channel reports this "78". He emphasized that new production will be started and that the company will continue to introduce...

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In 2024, St. 25 thousand vehicles will come off the assembly line of the old Hyundai factory in St. Petersburg 01:35​

ByANIKA
March 28, 2024

St. Petersburg Governor Alexander Beglov, St. He said that the former Hyundai and Toyota auto plants in St. Petersburg will follow the path of maximum localization. TV channel reports this “78”.
He emphasized that new production will be started and that the company will continue to introduce domestic technologies with the participation of Russian designers and suppliers.
According to the governor, in 2024 St. 25 thousand crossovers will roll off the assembly line of the St. Petersburg Avtozavod (the former plant of South Korean Hyundai).
Before that, Hyundai’s St. It was known that the old automobile factory in St. Petersburg. renamed At AGR Automobile Factory.
The general director of the AGR Automobile Plant is Alexey Kalitsev. He previously held senior positions at Hyundai Motor CIS and was responsible for the development strategy of the Hyundai and Genesis brands in Russia.
In January 2024, St. It was learned that there is a Hyundai factory in St. Petersburg. affected is under the control of the new owner. The company was acquired by the Russian company Art-Finance, the parent company of AGR LLC. AGR also owns the former Kaluga plant of the German concern Volkswagen.
The Hyundai factory in Russia started producing cars in 2010, its production capacity is 200 thousand cars per year. In March 2022, the company suspended its operations. Before the suspension, the Hyundai Solaris and Creta, as well as the Kia Rio X, were produced here.
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UAZ will continue to produce cars with off-road tuning at the factory 10:41 - Social Bites

Ulyanovsk Automobile Plant will restart production and sales of two models in the "Expedition" version. This was reported in a UAZ release received by socialbites.ca. “The UAZ company is resuming production and sales of expeditionary versions of the SGR and Hunter models. In its statement, UAZ...

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UAZ will continue to produce cars with off-road tuning at the factory 10:41​

ByANIKA
March 29, 2024

Ulyanovsk Automobile Plant will restart production and sales of two models in the “Expedition” version. This was reported in a UAZ release received by socialbites.ca.
“The UAZ company is resuming production and sales of expeditionary versions of the SGR and Hunter models. In its statement, UAZ stated that vehicles with additional off-road equipment at the factory will be available for order starting from April.

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Additional off-road equipment includes towing eyes and electric bumpers with holes for attaching a rack jack, electric winch, an expedition roof rack and a towing hook. In the case of a car from the SGR family (also known as “loaf”), a ladder is provided in the trunk. Both vehicles will be available with the Raptor protective coating. Factory setting items do not require additional registration.
The Hunter is also equipped with power sills and wheel arch extensions. Both vehicles are equipped with off-road tires. The cost of the UAZ “Hunter” in the “Reconnaissance” version is 1.79 million rubles, the “loaf” version is 1.69 million rubles.
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Avtotor will set up production of batteries for electric vehicles

Rosatom State Corporation and Avtotor plant signed an agreement to set up assembly production of traction batteries for electric vehicles at Avtotor site in Kaliningrad. The production capacity will be up to 10 thousand vehicles per year, with the possibility of further development, the press...

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Avtotor will set up production of batteries for electric vehicles​

Rosatom State Corporation and Avtotor plant signed an agreement to set up assembly production of traction batteries for electric vehicles at Avtotor site in Kaliningrad. The production capacity will be up to 10 thousand vehicles per year, with the possibility of further development, the press service of the enterprise reports. Under the terms of the contract, Avtotor will provide an equipped production site where the batteries will be assembled in accordance with Rosatom's requirements for the organization of the assembly process.
The new 1,500 square metre production facility will include areas for wiring, assembly and testing. Here, electrical components, battery control units and boards will be assembled and assembled, as well as energy storage units based on lithium-ion battery modules. The final stage includes a full cycle of electrical and climatic acceptance tests of batteries at charging and discharging stations and climatic equipment. The new production site is scheduled to be commissioned tentatively in early 2025.
Avtotor is creating a unique manufacturing complex for the production of electric vehicles and critical components. We aim to produce a universal component base oriented to the needs not only of our company, but also of the industry as a whole. This task is also met by organizing the production of traction batteries in cooperation with Rosatom structures," said Alexander Sorokin.
In turn, Alexander Kamashev, General Director of the Energy Storage Business Unit of Rosatom's Fuel Division, noted that worldwide there is already a practice of cooperation between car companies and battery manufacturers, which allows optimizing logistics and administrative costs and creating a stable guaranteed demand.

 

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The market of used electric cars grew by 15% in February

According to AUTOSTAT agency, in February 2024, Russians purchased 671 used electric cars - 14.7% more than in February 2023. Thus, the secondary market of

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The market of used electric cars grew by 15% in February​

According to AUTOSTAT agency, in February 2024, Russians purchased 671 used electric cars - 14.7% more than in February 2023. Thus, the secondary market of "electric cars" returned to growth after a two-month decline. Japanese Nissan (251 vehicles) remains the leader of the brand rating in the used electric car market, the share of which is more than 37% of the total volume in February.
Almost every fifth used electric car bought last month belongs to American brand Tesla (133 vehicles). Chinese Zeekr (51 vehicles) was also in the top 3. Among the models, Nissan Leaf is still the leader in the secondary market of electric cars, with 249 vehicles in February. Tesla Model 3 (61 vehicles), Zeekr 001 (40 vehicles), Tesla Model Y (33 vehicles) and Hongqi E-HS9 (28 vehicles) were also among the top five most popular used electric cars last month.
If we consider the total result of January and February, the volume of the Russian market of used electric cars for this period amounted to 1,159 vehicles. This is 3.8% more than in the first two months of 2023.

 

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JAC JS6 crossover received a new top version in Russia

The company JAC has expanded the range of configurations of its flagship crossover JS6 in Russia at the expense of a new top version Flagship. Earlier, we remind, the model was presented in two configurations: Comfort (DCT) and Luxury, and initially the most affordable version

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JAC JS6 crossover received a new top version in Russia​

29.03.24

The company JAC has expanded the range of configurations of its flagship crossover JS6 in Russia at the expense of a new top version Flagship. Earlier, we remind, the model was presented in two configurations: Comfort (DCT) and Luxury, and initially the most affordable version "Comfort" with a manual gearbox was supposed, but it was not on sale, writes the portal "Chinese cars".
The new Flagship technically does not differ from the more affordable versions: 1.5-litre petrol turbo engine with an output of 174 hp combined with a 6-speed robotized gearbox, the rear suspension is multi-lever, and the drive is exclusively front-wheel drive. The differences of the top version come down to the model's extended equipment, which includes adaptive cruise control, automatic braking, lane departure warning, frontal collision warning, and blind spot monitoring.
In addition, an automatic high beam shift function has been added. Otherwise, Flagship configuration repeats the set of options of Luxury version, including LED optics, panoramic roof, touchless boot opening, leather upholstery, surround-view cameras and two screens with a diagonal of 12.3 inches each (dashboard and multimedia system with support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto).
The cost of Flagship configuration has not yet been published on the official website. Recall, the mid-size crossover JAC JS6 entered the Russian market in April 2023. The length of the car is 4,605 mm, and the wheelbase is 2,720 mm.

 

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Passenger car production increased by 70% in February

According to Rosstat, for the first two months of 2024, 99,000 passenger cars rolled off Russian assembly lines, which is 78% higher than in the same period last year. Meanwhile, 56.9 thousand cars were produced in February, which is 70.1% more than a year before.

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Passenger car production increased by 70% in February​

According to Rosstat, for the first two months of 2024, 99,000 passenger cars rolled off Russian assembly lines, which is 78% higher than in the same period last year. Meanwhile, 56.9 thousand cars were produced in February, which is 70.1% more than a year before.
It is worth noting that Kaliningrad-based Avtotor announced the creation of a brand to produce a line of electric cars, which was named AmberAuto and presented the first model - A5 electric sedan. In addition, Haval plant in the Tula region began production of updated compact crossover Haval Jolion. AVTOVAZ started serial production of LADA Vesta cars equipped with a new power unit - a modernized 1.8 Evo engine (122 hp) and automatic transmission.
And at the enterprise "LADA-Izhevsk" the assembly of a pilot batch of cars of LADA Largus family started. Production of trucks in January-February amounted to 28.2 thousand vehicles, which is 53.1% higher than in the same period last year. In the last winter month, 15.3 thousand trucks rolled off the Russian assembly lines, which is 21.4% more than a year before.
It is worth noting that in February Kaliningrad-based Avtotor introduced its own brand for commercial vehicles produced - AmberTruck.

 

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Sales of Foton Tunland G7 pickup truck started in Russia

MB Rus company, part of Avtodom group, has started sales of Foton Tunland G7 mid-size pickup truck. The novelty is available in three configurations: Base (from 3 million 567 thousand 500 rubles), Comfort (from 3 million 608 thousand 500 rubles) and Premium (from 3 million 810 thousand rubles)...

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Sales of Foton Tunland G7 pickup truck started in Russia​

MB Rus company, part of Avtodom group, has started sales of Foton Tunland G7 mid-size pickup truck. The novelty is available in three configurations: Base (from 3 million 567 thousand 500 rubles), Comfort (from 3 million 608 thousand 500 rubles) and Premium (from 3 million 810 thousand rubles), the company's press service reports. Under the bonnet of Foton Tunland G7 there is a diesel engine with an output of 162 hp, which works in combination with an 8-speed automatic transmission.
The pickup truck is equipped with all-wheel drive system with selectable driving modes and rear axle differential lock, strong frame made of high-alloy steel, as well as rear leaf spring suspension. The basic equipment includes high quality materials in the interior, driver and front passenger seats with side support, electric adjustment and heating, climate control with air purification function, cruise control, multimedia system with rear view camera and smartphone synchronization, and intelligent driver assistance systems that ensure a high level of safety.
In addition, such options as rain sensor, keyless entry, atmospheric interior lighting and 360° all-round vision system are available for Foton Tunland G7.

 

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AVTOVAZ has chosen two more possible names for future models

AVTOVAZ has filed two new applications for registration of the Ursus and Terum trademarks, according to Rospatent data.

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AVTOVAZ has chosen two more possible names for future models​

AVTOVAZ has filed two new applications for registration of the Ursus and Terum trademarks, according to Rospatent data. "We patent in advance names for new cars that we plan to produce as part of partnership projects. It is not a fact that all of them will be used," the AVTOVAZ press service explained to the TASS agency.
Earlier, the carmaker applied for registration of eight new trademarks. These are Altra, Astera, Azimut, Gravis, Merida, Retiva, Tarusa and XTour. Recall, currently AVTOVAZ produces models LADA Granta, Vesta and Niva. As previously reported "AUTOSTAT", the approved production plan of AVTOVAZ for 2024 assumes the increase of car output up to 500 thousand vehicles.
It is planned to sell about 450 thousand LADA cars in the Russian market, moreover, the company expects to supply more than 100 thousand cars out of this number under the state order. In addition, in 2024 AVTOVAZ intends to increase deliveries to foreign markets up to 20-25 thousand LADA cars. The priority export destinations remain the countries of the near abroad, and in the near future it is planned to restart sales in Latin America, Africa and the Middle East.
A number of projects of large-scale assembly of LADA abroad are being implemented, and the resumption of Granta assembly in Egypt may become one of them.

 

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https://en.napinfo.ru/news/the-new-faw-bestune-70-will-enter-the-russian-market/

29/03/2024
THE NEW FAW BESTUNE 70 WILL ENTER THE RUSSIAN MARKET
The FAW concern has announced the new generation Bestune 70 liftback for the Russian market. The model should go on sale in 2024.
Details about the technical characteristics and configuration of the model have not yet been disclosed. At the moment, it is known that the novelty will be based on the FMA platform, the body design will be updated, and the cabin will receive a new interior design concept.

 

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Citroen C5 Aircross assembly based on Chinese vehicle kits has been launched in Kaluga - NAPI

NAPI Citroen C5 Aircross assembly based on Chinese vehicle kits has been launched in Kaluga The Kaluga automobile plant, which had been idle since April 2022, resumed production of French Stellantis cars: the Automotive Technologies company launched the assembly of Citroen C5 Aircross.

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29/03/2024
CITROEN C5 AIRCROSS ASSEMBLY BASED ON CHINESE VEHICLE KITS HAS BEEN LAUNCHED IN KALUGA
The Kaluga automobile plant, which had been idle since April 2022, resumed production of French Stellantis cars: the Automotive Technologies company launched the assembly of Citroen C5 Aircross. Referring to customs data, vehicle kits for assembly are delivered from the Chinese Dongfeng Peugeot-Citroen Automobile.
Automotive Technologies has already launched serial production of Citroen C5 Aircross cars in Kaluga at the PSMA Rus plant. At the moment, the production is conducted in SKD mode — in fact, this is the car assembly.

 

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JAC JS6 crossover received a new top version in Russia

The company JAC has expanded the range of configurations of its flagship crossover JS6 in Russia at the expense of a new top version Flagship. Earlier, we remind, the model was presented in two configurations: Comfort (DCT) and Luxury, and initially the most affordable version

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JAC JS6 crossover received a new top version in Russia​

29.03.24

The company JAC has expanded the range of configurations of its flagship crossover JS6 in Russia at the expense of a new top version Flagship. Earlier, we remind, the model was presented in two configurations: Comfort (DCT) and Luxury, and initially the most affordable version "Comfort" with a manual gearbox was supposed, but it was not on sale, writes the portal "Chinese cars".
The new Flagship technically does not differ from the more affordable versions: 1.5-litre petrol turbo engine with an output of 174 hp combined with a 6-speed robotized gearbox, the rear suspension is multi-lever, and the drive is exclusively front-wheel drive. The differences of the top version come down to the model's extended equipment, which includes adaptive cruise control, automatic braking, lane departure warning, frontal collision warning, and blind spot monitoring.
In addition, an automatic high beam shift function has been added. Otherwise, Flagship configuration repeats the set of options of Luxury version, including LED optics, panoramic roof, touchless boot opening, leather upholstery, surround-view cameras and two screens with a diagonal of 12.3 inches each (dashboard and multimedia system with support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto).
The cost of Flagship configuration has not yet been published on the official website. Recall, the mid-size crossover JAC JS6 entered the Russian market in April 2023. The length of the car is 4,605 mm, and the wheelbase is 2,720 mm.

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Sales of Foton Tunland G7 pickup truck started in Russia

MB Rus company, part of Avtodom group, has started sales of Foton Tunland G7 mid-size pickup truck. The novelty is available in three configurations: Base (from 3 million 567 thousand 500 rubles), Comfort (from 3 million 608 thousand 500 rubles) and Premium (from 3 million 810 thousand rubles)...

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Sales of Foton Tunland G7 pickup truck started in Russia​

MB Rus company, part of Avtodom group, has started sales of Foton Tunland G7 mid-size pickup truck. The novelty is available in three configurations: Base (from 3 million 567 thousand 500 rubles), Comfort (from 3 million 608 thousand 500 rubles) and Premium (from 3 million 810 thousand rubles), the company's press service reports. Under the bonnet of Foton Tunland G7 there is a diesel engine with an output of 162 hp, which works in combination with an 8-speed automatic transmission.
The pickup truck is equipped with all-wheel drive system with selectable driving modes and rear axle differential lock, strong frame made of high-alloy steel, as well as rear leaf spring suspension. The basic equipment includes high quality materials in the interior, driver and front passenger seats with side support, electric adjustment and heating, climate control with air purification function, cruise control, multimedia system with rear view camera and smartphone synchronization, and intelligent driver assistance systems that ensure a high level of safety.
In addition, such options as rain sensor, keyless entry, atmospheric interior lighting and 360° all-round vision system are available for Foton Tunland G7.

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29/03/2024
THE NEW FAW BESTUNE 70 WILL ENTER THE RUSSIAN MARKET
The FAW concern has announced the new generation Bestune 70 liftback for the Russian market. The model should go on sale in 2024.
Details about the technical characteristics and configuration of the model have not yet been disclosed. At the moment, it is known that the novelty will be based on the FMA platform, the body design will be updated, and the cabin will receive a new interior design concept.

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Production of Lada cars started in Azerbaijan 11:34 - Social Bites

AvtoVAZ started production of Lada cars in Azerbaijan. In this respect he is writing TASS cited the statement of the company's president Maxim Sokolov. “The Lada production plant will be able to produce up to one and a half thousand cars this year. "We are starting with Granta and plan…

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Production of Lada cars started in Azerbaijan 11:34​

ByANIKA
March 29, 2024

AvtoVAZ started production of Lada cars in Azerbaijan. In this respect he is writing TASS cited the statement of the company’s president Maxim Sokolov.
“The Lada production plant will be able to produce up to one and a half thousand cars this year. “We are starting with Granta and plan to expand our domestic production range with the Nova family Legend and Travel by the end of 2024, test samples have already been collected and are undergoing quality inspection together with the Vesta family,” he said. aforementioned.
Sokolov added that Lada cars are loved and respected in Azerbaijan. According to him, they have been in high demand among residents for decades, so the company decided to become “much closer” to customers in the republic. Within the scope of the project, AvtoVAZ specifically recruited personnel trained under the supervision of Tolyatti experts.
Before reported, how much AvtoVAZ earns on cars for officials. We are talking about 8.1 billion rubles. It was noted that AvtoVAZ’s sales related to government procurement increased by 23% compared to 2022. This is followed by UAZ, which earned 5 billion rubles from cars for the authorities. In addition, the share of both companies in government purchases in currency terms increased to one third.
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Source: Gazeta