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Russian regions where domestic cars are most popular identified​


Russian regions where domestic cars are most popular identified

In celebration of the Day of Russia, the experts of AUTOSTAT agency reviewed the passenger car parc and identified the regions with the highest share of registered domestic vehicles (as of 1 January 2024). According to the agency's data, the highest proportion of Russian-brand vehicles is found in the North Caucasus. In this regard, Dagestan is the most patriotic region, with a 69% share. In other words, almost 70% of all vehicles registered in this republic are domestic brands, while the remaining 31% are foreign vehicles. The figure is 64% in Ingushetia, 63% in Chechnya, 62% in Kabardino-Balkaria and 60% in North Ossetia.
In the North Caucasus Federal District as a whole, the share of Russian vehicles is 59%. Moreover, this is the only district in the country where domestic brands account for a greater proportion of the market than foreign vehicles. Conversely, in the other seven federal districts, foreign brand cars have the advantage. The Far East is the most notable example of this trend, with foreign brands accounting for 88% of the total car parc and Russian brands representing only 12%. This represents a skew of more than seven times.
The Primorsky Territory is the leader in this anti-rating, with a share of domestic vehicles accounting for only 4.5%. In Khabarovsk Krai and Sakhalin, the figure was 6%, while in Kamchatka, it was 8%. It is also worth noting that the number of domestic car owners is also low in the westernmost region of our country, Kaliningrad Region. The proportion of domestic cars in its car parc was 6.5%.
 

KamAZ automobile plant assembled the first prototype of the automatic transmission 12:08​


Anika
By ANIKA
June 16, 2024

The first prototype of the automatic transmission (AKP) was assembled at TF KAMA, KamAZ’s subsidiary for the production of gearboxes. In this respect reports press service of the automobile plant.
“The basis of automation (robotics) of the gearbox was the manual transmission 1310TO (formerly 9S1310TO). “The production of all automation units, including software, by a Russian company will create a high level of localization for vehicle manufacturers,” the statement said.
It was noted that the transmission is now in its final form and comments about the design and technological process have been eliminated.
Tests of the new automatic transmission will be carried out on the KamAZ-43118 vehicle, -65115 dump truck, -65116 and -65117 tractors and KamAZ-63934 fire truck.
There is no information about when the new automatic transmission will appear on KamAZ trucks.
It happened before that knownThat Russians are actively purchasing Lada Granta cars with automatic transmission, which appear in Russian AvtoVAZ dealerships.
AvtoVAZ emphasized that sedans with automatic transmission are delivered to dealers in the Comfort Plus configuration. Two front airbags, ABS, air conditioning, heated front seats, electrically adjustable and heated exterior mirrors, etc. Contains. However, liftbacks with automatic transmission were offered for sale in the #Club version, which includes heated windshield and parking sensors. The car has black mirror caps and two-tone alloy wheels.
The cars received a 16-valve engine producing 98 hp in addition to a four-speed automatic transmission. The driver will be able to reach a speed of 176 km/h.
Formerly representative of AvtoVAZ in the name Lada Vesta shifter supply.





Source: Gazeta
 

Russians told how to choose the right second-hand Toyota Camry 12:46​


Anika
By ANIKA
June 16, 2024

Automotive expert of the magazine “Behind the Wheel” Alexander Vinogradov saidHow to choose the right used Toyota Camry V50 for 1.5 million rubles.
So, according to him, it will be a car produced in 2012-2013 for 1.5 million rubles. The basic two-liter engine does not provide good dynamics, but its reliability is excellent. The only thing you need to check when buying is the tightness of the crankshaft seals.
According to the expert, the generator overturn clutch sometimes jams on the old engine. It is worth checking if it has been replaced with a modernized one. However, special attention must be paid to this engine-powered automatic machine. If it has already been repaired, it is better to choose this option. Cases of overhauling this box on cars before restyling are not uncommon, and it is better to do this before you.
Also, when inspecting the car, you need to check the body, especially the trunk lid and hood, for rust.
It happened before that known That on the Russian market you can find a reliable and simple Skoda Octavia III liftback, which is cheaper than its Chinese counterparts: a six-year-old car can actually be bought for 1.4-2.1 million rubles.
According to automobile expert Sergei Zinoviev, the body and suspension of the car are made to last, the equipment is rich, but there are few convincing power units. Supercharged engines in the Octavia A7 came with new generations 1.4 (150 hp) and 1.8 (180 hp). The scary oil burner has disappeared, in 1.4 the weak timing chain was replaced with a belt, in 1.8 the tensioner mechanism was strengthened.
With a mileage of 100 thousand km, the rings may jam, the water pump, thermostat and boost pressure regulator may fail. At the same time, the model was equipped with a 1.6-liter naturally aspirated engine producing 110 hp specially for the Russian Federation, which was noticeably improved in 2015. This is the most reliable engine among all versions.
Former president of AvtoVAZ said About the situation with prices for Lada cars.





Source: Gazeta
 

AvtoVAZ president spoke about the situation in prices of Lada cars 10:08​


Anika
By ANIKA
June 16, 2024

Lada dealers do not inflate car prices. Car dealerships may offer additional options, but you can buy a car without them if the customer wishes. In this respect reports RIA Novosti, citing AvtoVAZ President Maxim Sokolov.
“Today I do not hear any comments in our social networks that the recommended price for Lada differs from the pricing policy followed by dealer centers in all regions of the country. “Let me remind you that as of today, their number is already close to 320,” he said.
According to Sokolov, the dealer can offer the customer a variety of additional options and services. But the car can be sold without additional options at any official Lada car dealership.
Before that AvtoVAZ collided Problems occurred during pre-production of Lada Iskra prototypes. This was reported by the Autopotok Telegram channel, citing a source in the company.
For this reason, many electrical problems occur in cars. They manifest themselves in a rather funny way: on some cars the ignition works, but the headlights and instrument lighting do not work, on others the ignition does not work, but the headlights and instrument illumination work.
To solve the problem, the company attracted foreign experts from a hostile country.
It also became known that the pace of work on painting Iskra’s bodies was reduced to a minimum (to two bodies per week).
Former president of AvtoVAZ saidWho will buy the new Lada Iskra?





Source: Gazeta
 

AvtoVAZ has serious problems with the new Lada Iskra 23:24​


Anika
By ANIKA
June 15, 2024

Russian automaker AvtoVAZ encountered problems during the production of pre-production prototypes of the Lada Iskra. In this respect reports Telegram channel “Autopotok” with a link to a resource in the company.
“Cars have a lot of electrical problems. “According to the source, they present themselves in a rather funny way: in some cars the ignition works but the headlights and instrument lighting do not work, in others the ignition does not work but the headlights and instrument illumination work,” he says.
According to the channel, the company attracted foreign experts from an unfriendly country to solve the problem.
The source also added that the pace of work on painting Iskra’s bodies has been reduced to a minimum (to two bodies per week).
Before reportedThe world premiere of the new Lada Iskra car took place within the framework of SPIEF-2024. The car was presented by AvtoVAZ president Maxim Sokolov.
Thus, Lada Iskra will be offered as sedan, station wagon and Cross station wagon. The new model will receive three types of power units: the base engine is 1.6 liters. 90 hp, combined with a five-speed manual transmission, 1.6-liter engine 106 hp. with six-speed manual transmission or automatic transmission. Preparations for the production of a new model are currently underway, with final tests and calibrations being carried out on the vehicle design. Production of the model will start in 2025.
Former president of AvtoVAZ saidWho will buy the new Lada Iskra?





Source: Gazeta
 

Disadvantages of the Chinese crossover Jetour Dashing are called 13:38​


Anika
By ANIKA
June 16, 2024

Za Rulem magazine’s automobile expert Alexander Vinogradov tested the Chinese crossover Jetour Dashing and said about the disadvantages of the car.
According to him, Jetour Dashing is interesting because its production is developed by the Avtotor plant in Kaliningrad. Therefore, there is a possibility that car prices will not increase.
The expert complained about the inconvenient menu for turning on climate control and the heated steering wheel. Turning on cruise control turned out to be very difficult. It can be activated using the right steering column switch. Since there are no symbols in the selector, it is difficult to guess whether the option works.
The Jetour Dashing robotic gearbox is poorly constructed. In traffic jams, the vehicle starts to move with a delay and does so suddenly. When reversing, the vehicle maintains high speeds but also moves slowly. Experts believe that incorrect adjustment of clutch discs will negatively affect their service life.
In Russia, the front-wheel drive Jetour Dashing is offered with a 1.5 turbo engine producing 147 hp, paired with a 6-speed manual transmission or a 6-speed “robot”. A 1.6 unit producing 190 hp is also available. This Dashing is equipped with a 7-speed manual transmission. The crossover is sold in four trim levels: Comfort Plus, Comfort, Elite and Luxury. Cost – from 2.49 to 3.19 million rubles.
Previously in the Russian market presented Jetour T2 pass. The model will be available in two trim levels: base Voyage and top-end Expedition. Price – from 3.7 million rubles. The length of the model is 4785 mm and the wheelbase is 2800 mm. The volume of the luggage compartment with the second row seats folded is 1494 liters.
Russians before saidHow to choose the right used Toyota Camry.





Source: Gazeta
 

At 22:37 in June it became known which cars fell in price in the Russian Federation​


Anika
By ANIKA
June 15, 2024

Since the beginning of June, the price tag of new cars has changed for five brands officially represented in the Russian Federation. In this respect reports “Autostat”.
For example, the price of the Omoda C5 crossover increased by 50 thousand rubles across all trim levels (+1.6 – 2.3%). Now its cost reaches 3.1 million rubles. However, the price of the Omoda S5 sedan dropped by 100 thousand rubles in the Tech (-4.7%) and Ultra (-4.3%) versions. Now they cost 2 million and 2.2 million rubles, respectively.
Changan brand also increased the price tag of its cars. Thus, the price of the first generation CS95 increased by 100 thousand rubles (+2.4%). Now they are offering to buy it for 4.3 million rubles. The price of the CS75 Plus model increased by 90 thousand rubles (+3.2%) and the price of the CS85 Coupe crossover coupe increased by 50 thousand rubles (+1.3%).
The Geely car brand has increased the price of the new Atlas crossover, which is currently sold for 3.1 – 3.4 million rubles. But Moskvich’s “3” crossover has become more expensive by 35 thousand rubles (+1.9 – 2.1%). The maximum cost of the model is now 1.9 million rubles. By the way, UAZ added 50 thousand rubles to the price of “Pickup” (+2.6 – 3.0%). In the basic version it now costs 1.7 million rubles.
Before reportedIt was stated that at the beginning of May 2024, recommended retail prices for UAZ vehicles have increased by 35-60 thousand rubles, depending on the model. In particular, the recommended retail price for cars of the SGR (“Loaf”) family has increased by 35 thousand rubles. The price of the UAZ Hunter SUV has increased by the same amount.
The price of “Patriot” and “Pickup” cars increased by 50 thousand rubles, the price increase was 2.9-3.6%. Prices for UAZ trucks of the “Pro” family have also increased. Its price increased by 60 thousand rubles.
happened before knownHow much did AvtoVAZ increase the prices of Lada Vesta in three years?





Source: Gazeta
 

A rare Mercedes is on sale for 100 million rubles in Moscow 19:47​


Anika
By ANIKA
June 15, 2024

A rare Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is for sale in Moscow for 99 million rubles. Related announcement seen On “Avto.ru”.
A total of 150 sports cars of this type were produced. The seller stated that the vehicle has 1.4 thousand km, so it can be considered almost new. There was only one owner. The car was officially brought to Russia and stored in a heated parking lot.
The SLR 722 coupe was created in 2006 in honor of Stirling Moss’ victory in the Mille Miglia. Later, the creators released a convertible sports car. It received a V8 5.5 engine with 650 hp, a powerful suspension and reinforced brakes. The model reaches 100 km/h in 3.7 seconds.
Before this Ferrari presented The new flagship supercar 12Cilindri Spider, equipped with a V12 gasoline engine without hybrid drive.
“The concept of the vehicle is inspired by the open-top Ferrari Gran Turismo models of the 1950s and 60s. Twelve-cylinder naturally aspirated engine with 830 hp power. It offers a unique and exciting driving experience,” the company said.
Former Ferrari pilots stayed without navigators.





Source: Gazeta
 

AvtoVAZ president said who will buy the new Lada Iskra 15:06​


Anika
By ANIKA
June 15, 2024

AvtoVAZ President Maxim Sokolov said that the new Lada Iskra is aimed at young buyers. This is what he’s talking about said In an interview with RIA Novosti.
“I can say that Iskra’s design is more dynamic, balanced and younger. The policy of our entire brand aims exactly at this. Getting younger: The average age of a Lada owner is now 42, recently it was 44. “We believe that the Iskra model will add supporters, connoisseurs and lovers of the brand to the younger generations,” he said.
Sokolov added that the new product is a valuable option for young people who will buy a car for the first time. According to him, the car received rich multimedia equipment.
Before reportedThe world premiere of the new Lada Iskra car took place within the framework of SPIEF-2024. The car was presented by AvtoVAZ president Maxim Sokolov.
Thus, Lada Iskra will be offered as sedan, station wagon and Cross station wagon. The new model will receive three types of power units: the base engine is 1.6 liters. 90 hp, combined with a five-speed manual transmission, 1.6-liter engine 106 hp. with six-speed manual transmission or automatic transmission. Preparations for the production of a new model are currently underway, with final tests and calibrations being carried out on the vehicle design. Production of the model will start in 2025.
happened before knownHow much did AvtoVAZ increase the prices of Lada Vesta in three years?





Source: Gazeta
 

A new Moskvich-412, which has been in a garage since 1991, was discovered in Moscow 09:04​


Anika
By ANIKA
June 16, 2024

A rare sedan “Moskvich-412” was found in Moscow, which was produced in 1991 and stood in the garage all this time. In this respect reports motor.ru with a link to the YouTube channel “Retrorembaza – RRB Garage”.
It is stated that the first and only owner registered the Moskvich, but the license plate was not installed on the vehicle until 30 years later. During the entire period, the car traveled only 1343 km.
There was no damage to the car, but some parts still needed to be repaired. Additional parts, radiator grille and wheels were repainted. The engine and cooling system were also flushed. The car is now sold to a private collection. The transaction price was not disclosed.
It happened before that knownA VAZ-2106 sedan, produced in 1993 and having traveled only 63 km in 30 years, is on sale in Russia.
“Six” in new condition is offered for sale through an advertisement in Nefteyugansk (Khanty-Mansiysk Autonomous Okrug). They are asking 2 million rubles for the car, which is more expensive than a standard Lada Vesta and is comparable to the Lada Vesta Cross with a 1.8 engine and CVT.
The red sedan offered for sale spent its entire life in the same hands. The car is equipped with a 1.3-liter carbureted four-cylinder engine producing 64 hp, paired with a four-speed manual transmission. The reasons why the car has not been used for more than 30 years are not reported.
They had previously exhibited in Moscow sales 12-foot Hummer at a low price.





Source: Gazeta
 

AvtoVAZ will seriously update the Lada Niva Travel SUV in two years 17:35​


Anika
By ANIKA
June 13, 2024

Russian automaker AvtoVAZ will update the Lada Niva Travel SUV in two years. In this respect reports “Auto review”.
The car will receive a new radiator grille. Additionally, the SUV will be equipped with full LED headlights. This will already happen in 2025.
As for the interior of the Lada Niva, which has remained almost unchanged for about twenty years, modernization work is already underway, as they say at AvtoVAZ. However, we will have to wait longer for this update, approximately until 2026.
Before that, AvtoVAZ, St. Petersburg International Economic Forum presented Concept car of the Lada e-Niva Travel electric car.
This is a conceptual layout based on Niva Travel. The nominal power of the engine is 60 kW and the maximum power is 120 kW. Cruising range – 175 km. Battery capacity is 34 kW. Charging from a household outlet – 12 hours, from a three-phase outlet – 5.5 hours. Price range not determined.
Previously reportedUp to 70 thousand Lada cars will be produced annually in Egypt.





Source: Gazeta
 

It became known how much the new Moskvich on gas will cost 15:55​


Anika
By ANIKA
June 13, 2024

New Moskvich cars that will run on natural gas motor fuel (GMT) will cost about 120-130 thousand rubles more than usual. In this respect he is writing RBC, citing the commercial director of RariTEK Engineering Ramil Ishmaev. According to him, it is planned to produce 1 thousand gas-powered Moskvich vehicles by the end of the year.
“As part of this project, the installation of gas cylinders and engine compartment equipment and final testing of the cars will be carried out at RariTEK’s production facilities, after which they will enter the market,” Ishmaev said.
He noted that the price difference will be compensated by savings in fuel within 9 months. The first gas-powered Moskvich cars are expected to roll off the production line in August. According to Ishmaev, the capacity of the plant will be enough to produce 4 thousand such machines per year in the future.
Before that the Moskvich automobile plant reportedHe will establish the production of gas-powered cars in Naberezhnye Chelny. The agreement regarding the authorities was signed on the sidelines of SPIEF-2024. “The project to produce the Moskvich car using natural gas is important not only from an economic point of view, but also from the point of view of environmental sustainability,” the company’s press service reported.
Previously reportedIt was stated that the Moskvich factory will sell only 600 3e electric cars in 2024.





Source: Gazeta
 

Tank auto brand will introduce the most powerful version of the 500 model to the Russian market 14:53​


Anika
By ANIKA
June 13, 2024

A new version of the Tank 500, which will be called Blacktrail, will appear in Russia. It will be the strongest in the line. This was reported by the press service of the Tank brand.
The car will be equipped with a three-liter V6 gasoline engine with 20% increased power. It develops 354 hp. and is paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission.
Another feature of this Tank 500 will be the presence of two fuel tanks – the main and additional volumes are 80 liters and 50 liters respectively. The manufacturer claims that thanks to this, the car can travel more than 1,100 km without refueling.
The vehicle will feature black elements: radiator grille, rims, spare wheel box and plastic bumper cover at the rear.
The new version of the Tank 500 Blacktrail will hit dealerships in July 2024.
It happened before that knownThe Chinese company said Hongqi has introduced its luxury executive sedan Guoli under the new Hongqi Golden Sunflower brand. The price of the car is 1 million dollars (89 million rubles at the exchange rate at the time of publication).
The dimensions of the Hongqi Guoli are 5980 x 2090 x 1710 mm, the wheelbase is 3730 mm and the curb weight is 3150 kg. The vehicle has a retro design. Crystals were used in the headlights. Additionally, the logo is tilted forward by 23.5°, corresponding to the angle of the earth’s axis.
The car is equipped with a 4.0-liter turbocharged engine that produces 388 horsepower. with eight-speed transmission.
Previously “Behind the Wheel” in the name Three problems with the five-door Suzuki Jimny SUV.





Source: Gazeta
 

AvtoVAZ stopped production of the high-end Lada 12:08​


Anika
By ANIKA
June 13, 2024

Russian automaker AvtoVAZ decided to suspend production of the richest versions of Lada Vesta – Techno and Techno`24. In this respect reports Motor.ru, which reviews price lists of cars from the Vesta family.
In the list, cars in the Techno and Techno`24 versions received a mark, which means that they are no longer produced. The publication reminded that the richly equipped Lada Vesta NG (eight-speaker audio system, USB connectors in the second row, side airbags, etc.) is available only in the specified versions.
AvtoVAZ’s press service noted that Lada Vesta in Techno and Techno`24 versions is currently discontinued, but can be found at dealerships. The suspension of production was called “revision of the equipment list”.
Before that AvtoVAZ to start We supply Lada Granta Cross station wagons to dealership centers. The plant decided to produce the model in six trim levels and five colors. At the same time, standard enamels are available in the colors white and black, as well as in the metallic colors silver, dark gray and golden brown.
The Cross car differs from the standard Lada Granta by the presence of a body kit made of durable plastic, as well as new tires that protect the enamel from damage in light off-road conditions, have high ground clearance and are suitable for driving on difficult roads. land.
Previously AvtoVAZ supplied new versions of Lada for tourists.





Source: Gazeta
 

Avtotor will increase the number of car models produced at the plant in Kaliningrad 08:47​


Anika
By ANIKA
June 13, 2024

The Kaliningrad Avtotor plant plans to expand its model line, as well as establish its own production of automotive components. In this respect reports RIA Novosti, citing the acting governor of the Kaliningrad region, Alexey Besprozvannykh.
“Today, the group’s businesses produce 16 new model passenger cars, 3 models of commercial vehicles under its own brand “Ambertruck”, an electric car under its own brand “Amberauto” and commercial electric vehicle models under the Brock brand. There are plans to expand the range of models produced. An important task is to create your own production of auto components. “We will focus on the East,” Besprozvannykh said.
Before that, the head of the Russian Ministry of Industry and Trade, Anton Alikhanov, said that Avtotor plans to produce 70 thousand cars in 2024. At the same time, according to him, a lot depends on how the company will work with Chinese partners.
Before that, in April 2024, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Avtotor Holding Valery Gorbunov evaluated Automobile production volume at Avtotor is 80-100 thousand units.
In February 2024, Gorbunov estimated 2024 production plans at 100-130 thousand vehicles.
It started earlier in Russia sales Ambertruck Work van assembled in Kaliningrad.





Source: Gazeta
 

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