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MG explained how they will win the Russian automobile market from other brands 16:13 - Social Bites

The MG automobile brand will be among the 10 best-selling automobile brands in the Russian market, thanks to its wide dealer network. In this respect reports "Rossiyskaya Gazeta", referring to Daria Sapunova, marketing and advertising director of Mir-Distributor LLC, the official distributor of...

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MG explained how they will win the Russian automobile market from other brands 16:13​

ByANIKA
February 16, 2024

The MG automobile brand will be among the 10 best-selling automobile brands in the Russian market, thanks to its wide dealer network. In this respect reports “Rossiyskaya Gazeta”, referring to Daria Sapunova, marketing and advertising director of Mir-Distributor LLC, the official distributor of MG in Russia.
“The MG Motor brand has a presence in 120 countries and is in the top 10 in 22 of them. “We plan to enter the top 10 in Russia thanks to the wide dealer network, corporate sales, taxis, car sharing, which is expected to reach 50 points by the end of this year,” marketing and advertising manager Daria Sapunova told the editor. The board of directors of Rossiyskaya Gazeta.LLC “Mir-Distributor”, the official distributor of MG in Russia.
It happened before that knownSales of 10 new MG car models will start in the Russian market in 2024. In the first half of 2024, Russian dealers of the brand will have the MG6 liftback as well as the MG ZS and MG HS crossovers. Shortly after, the HS PHEV, MG RX5 and MG RX9 crossovers will be launched alongside the MG7 liftback in the second half of the year. The remaining three new products were not announced.
Also Italian company Ypsilon launched new Ypsilon hatchback. This is the first model the car brand has launched in the last 13 years.
Previously reportedSales of the M-Hero I SUV started in Russia for 16 million rubles.




Source: Gazeta

 

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GAC adds an expensive option to the Emkoo crossover, especially for Russia 17:12 - Social Bites

In 2024, GAC Motor Rus plans to start deliveries of Emkoo all-wheel drive crossovers to Russia. In this respect reports Portal “Chinese cars” with reference to the general director of the company Konstantin Baishev. It is stated that the model is not equipped with a four-wheel drive system in the…

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GAC adds an expensive option to the Emkoo crossover, especially for Russia 17:12​

ByANIKA
February 16, 2024

In 2024, GAC Motor Rus plans to start deliveries of Emkoo all-wheel drive crossovers to Russia. In this respect reports Portal “Chinese cars” with reference to the general director of the company Konstantin Baishev.
It is stated that the model is not equipped with a four-wheel drive system in the Chinese domestic market and will be prepared specifically for buyers from the Russian Federation. Sales of GAC Emkoo in the Russian market will start in October, and not in September, as previously planned.
GAC Emkoo launched in China in spring 2022; The size of the car is similar to the famous GAC GS5 crossover in Russia. Emkoo has a length of 4680 mm and a wheelbase of 2750 mm.
In the Chinese market, the basic Emkoo is equipped with a 1.5-liter turbo engine (177 hp; 270 Nm) combined with a 7-speed robot. Next in the lineup is the 2-liter (252 hp; 400 Nm) unit paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. The most expensive is the hybrid, whose power is 182 hp. The crossover has a multi-link rear suspension and front-wheel drive only.
According to Konstantin Baishev, in Russia the car will be offered with conventional gasoline engines.
Previously at MG saidHow to win back the Russian car market from other brands.




Source: Gazeta

 

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GAC adds an expensive option to the Emkoo crossover, especially for Russia 17:12 - Social Bites

In 2024, GAC Motor Rus plans to start deliveries of Emkoo all-wheel drive crossovers to Russia. In this respect reports Portal “Chinese cars” with reference to the general director of the company Konstantin Baishev. It is stated that the model is not equipped with a four-wheel drive system in the…

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GAC adds an expensive option to the Emkoo crossover, especially for Russia 17:12​

ByANIKA
February 16, 2024

In 2024, GAC Motor Rus plans to start deliveries of Emkoo all-wheel drive crossovers to Russia. In this respect reports Portal “Chinese cars” with reference to the general director of the company Konstantin Baishev.
It is stated that the model is not equipped with a four-wheel drive system in the Chinese domestic market and will be prepared specifically for buyers from the Russian Federation. Sales of GAC Emkoo in the Russian market will start in October, and not in September, as previously planned.
GAC Emkoo launched in China in spring 2022; The size of the car is similar to the famous GAC GS5 crossover in Russia. Emkoo has a length of 4680 mm and a wheelbase of 2750 mm.
In the Chinese market, the basic Emkoo is equipped with a 1.5-liter turbo engine (177 hp; 270 Nm) combined with a 7-speed robot. Next in the lineup is the 2-liter (252 hp; 400 Nm) unit paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. The most expensive is the hybrid, whose power is 182 hp. The crossover has a multi-link rear suspension and front-wheel drive only.
According to Konstantin Baishev, in Russia the car will be offered with conventional gasoline engines.
Previously at MG saidHow to win back the Russian car market from other brands.




Source: Gazeta

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2024 GAC EMKOO: Redefining the compact crossover genre​

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New Jetour T2 crossovers appeared at Russian dealers 08:51 - Social Bites

The Chinese crossover Jetour T2 was spotted at one of the brand's car dealerships in Russia. In this respect reports portal "Chinese cars". It is stated that sales of the model in the Russian market have not started yet. The launch of the new Jetour T2 will take place on…

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New Jetour T2 crossovers appeared at Russian dealers 08:51​

ByANIKA
February 17, 2024

The Chinese crossover Jetour T2 was spotted at one of the brand’s car dealerships in Russia. In this respect reports portal “Chinese cars”.
It is stated that sales of the model in the Russian market have not started yet. The launch of the new Jetour T2 will take place on March 5, 2024. The model will be available in two trim levels: base Voyage and top-end Expedition. Price – from 3.76 million rubles.
Model length corresponds to: Wheelbase of 4785 mm and 2800 mm. The volume of the luggage compartment with the second row seats folded is 1494 liters.
The interior of the SUV features a 15-inch multimedia system screen; The vehicle has an all-round vision system, adaptive cruise control and automatic parking function. The interior of the SUV will be made in three colors: black with red elements, green and brown with orange elements.
The new T2 is equipped with a 2.0-liter turbo engine. Power 245 hp This is the first model of the Jetour series in Russia, equipped with the sixth generation XWD all-wheel drive system from BorgWarner. Passage depth is 700 mm, approach angle is 28° and departure angle is 30°. The driver is offered 7 driving mode options.
Previously reportedThat a new flagship Chery crossover will appear in Russia.




Source: Gazeta

 

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AvtoVAZ will continue production of the Lada Granta Cross model 15:24 - Social Bites

In April 2024, AvtoVAZ will restart production of the Lada Granta Cross model. In this respect reports Avtograd News is publicly available on the VKontakte social network. “Deputy production director Granta Prokaev, at a meeting with the workforce, informed those present that the production of...

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AvtoVAZ will continue production of the Lada Granta Cross model 15:24​

ByANIKA
February 17, 2024

In April 2024, AvtoVAZ will restart production of the Lada Granta Cross model. In this respect reports Avtograd News is publicly available on the VKontakte social network.
“Deputy production director Granta Prokaev, at a meeting with the workforce, informed those present that the production of the Granta Cross station wagon is planned to restart in April this year,” the statement said.
“AvtoVAZ” suspended Production of Lada Granta Cross station wagons on December 8, 2023. The reason for this decision was a shortage of components.
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.
The car is equipped with a 1.6-liter gasoline engine with power of 90 and 106 hp. The transmission is a five-speed manual.




Source: Gazeta

 

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Crossovers of the new Chinese brand Aito will start selling in Russia 15:48 - Social Bites

In 2024, official sales of the new Aito M9 crossovers will begin in the Russian market. In this respect reports portal "Chinese cars". The launch date and cost of the model are not known exactly. Automobile company Aito is owned by Chinese IT giant Huawei. The M9 crossover appeared in…

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Crossovers of the new Chinese brand Aito will start selling in Russia 15:48​

ByANIKA
February 17, 2024

In 2024, official sales of the new Aito M9 crossovers will begin in the Russian market. In this respect reports portal “Chinese cars”. The launch date and cost of the model are not known exactly.
Automobile company Aito is owned by Chinese IT giant Huawei. The M9 crossover appeared in China at the end of December 2023. Prices start from 469.8 thousand yuan (6.1 million rubles at the exchange rate at the time of publication).
The length of the Aito M9 is 5230 mm and the wheelbase is 3110 mm. The crossover is available in both hybrid and fully electric versions. In the first case, the power plant consists of a 1.5-liter turbo engine (152 hp) and two electric motors (224 and 152 hp); The car can travel up to 175 km on electric power. In the second, the crossover received an electric motor on each axle, the total power of the power plant is 530 hp, the maximum range is 630 km.
The equipment list includes adaptive LED headlights, all-round cameras, panoramic roof, seats with massage and ventilation functions, 22-inch wheels and other options.
Previously reportedSales of the “scissor-door” Dongfeng eπ 007 sedan have started in China.




Source: Gazeta

 

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KAMAZ presented its Development strategy until 2030 - NAPI

NAPI KAMAZ presented its Development strategy until 2030 The new KAMAZ-2030 Strategy, approved by the company's Board of Directors in December 2023, is presented in the public version.

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16/02/2024
KAMAZ PRESENTED ITS DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY UNTIL 2030
The new KAMAZ-2030 Strategy, approved by the company's Board of Directors in December 2023, is presented in the public version.
The KAMAZ-2030 Strategy presents a new Mission and Vision of the company, Key goals to be achieved by 2030:
- revenue of 806 billion rubles;- 2.7-fold growth compared to the base 2022;
- truck sales of 60 thousand units;
- reaching production volumes before the fire at the Engine Plant in 1993;
- share of sales abroad of 16%;
- 2-fold growth in comparison with current export sales volumes;
- EBITDA margin of 9%;
- compliance with the benchmark brands of the global commercial automotive industry.
The KAMAZ-2030 Strategy has been developed taking into account current macro factors and long-term trends in the global automotive industry, and considers several forecast scenarios for the development of the Russian truck market.

 

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KAMAZ K5 generation trucks are presented at the exhibition in Kazan - NAPI

NAPI KAMAZ K5 generation trucks are presented at the exhibition in Kazan KAMAZ presented its vehicles at an exhibition organized on February 12 as part of the final Board of the Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Republic of Tatarstan.

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16/02/2024
KAMAZ K5 GENERATION TRUCKS ARE PRESENTED AT THE EXHIBITION IN KAZAN
KAMAZ presented its vehicles at an exhibition organized on February 12 as part of the final Board of the Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Republic of Tatarstan.
One of the exhibits is the KAMAZ-54901 long-haul tractor. The new version of the truck with improved performance will be available from February 2023. The updated model with index 54901 has improved smoothness, reduced fuel consumption, and increased cabin noise insulation. At the same time, the key advantages remained unchanged. Features include a cabin with a flat floor, 2500 mm wide and 1980 mm high, as well as a highly efficient, economical KAMAZ engine enhanced to 482 hp and automatic transmission.
Also, the interest of visitors was aroused by a new model of the K5 line – the KAMAZ-6595 dump truck with a 6x4 wheel arrangement. The truck features a modern, comfortable cabin with large internal volume, improved passive safety and visibility. For driver comfort, a climate system with air conditioning, an auxiliary heater, an air-suspended seat, a multifunction steering wheel, electrically adjustable and heated mirrors, a new ergonomic instrument panel and a multimedia system with a 10-inch diagonal touch screen are installed. The power unit is represented by KAMAZ 910.52-460 engine capacity of 482 HP.

 

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New Jetour T2 crossovers appeared at Russian dealers 08:51 - Social Bites

The Chinese crossover Jetour T2 was spotted at one of the brand's car dealerships in Russia. In this respect reports portal "Chinese cars". It is stated that sales of the model in the Russian market have not started yet. The launch of the new Jetour T2 will take place on…

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New Jetour T2 crossovers appeared at Russian dealers 08:51​

ByANIKA
February 17, 2024

The Chinese crossover Jetour T2 was spotted at one of the brand’s car dealerships in Russia. In this respect reports portal “Chinese cars”.
It is stated that sales of the model in the Russian market have not started yet. The launch of the new Jetour T2 will take place on March 5, 2024. The model will be available in two trim levels: base Voyage and top-end Expedition. Price – from 3.76 million rubles.
Model length corresponds to: Wheelbase of 4785 mm and 2800 mm. The volume of the luggage compartment with the second row seats folded is 1494 liters.
The interior of the SUV features a 15-inch multimedia system screen; The vehicle has an all-round vision system, adaptive cruise control and automatic parking function. The interior of the SUV will be made in three colors: black with red elements, green and brown with orange elements.
The new T2 is equipped with a 2.0-liter turbo engine. Power 245 hp This is the first model of the Jetour series in Russia, equipped with the sixth generation XWD all-wheel drive system from BorgWarner. Passage depth is 700 mm, approach angle is 28° and departure angle is 30°. The driver is offered 7 driving mode options.
Previously reportedThat a new flagship Chery crossover will appear in Russia.




Source: Gazeta

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Jetour T2 4X4 SUV in UAE - Adventure Meets Luxury | Full Review & Features​

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Crossovers of the new Chinese brand Aito will start selling in Russia 15:48 - Social Bites

In 2024, official sales of the new Aito M9 crossovers will begin in the Russian market. In this respect reports portal "Chinese cars". The launch date and cost of the model are not known exactly. Automobile company Aito is owned by Chinese IT giant Huawei. The M9 crossover appeared in…

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Crossovers of the new Chinese brand Aito will start selling in Russia 15:48​

ByANIKA
February 17, 2024

In 2024, official sales of the new Aito M9 crossovers will begin in the Russian market. In this respect reports portal “Chinese cars”. The launch date and cost of the model are not known exactly.
Automobile company Aito is owned by Chinese IT giant Huawei. The M9 crossover appeared in China at the end of December 2023. Prices start from 469.8 thousand yuan (6.1 million rubles at the exchange rate at the time of publication).
The length of the Aito M9 is 5230 mm and the wheelbase is 3110 mm. The crossover is available in both hybrid and fully electric versions. In the first case, the power plant consists of a 1.5-liter turbo engine (152 hp) and two electric motors (224 and 152 hp); The car can travel up to 175 km on electric power. In the second, the crossover received an electric motor on each axle, the total power of the power plant is 530 hp, the maximum range is 630 km.
The equipment list includes adaptive LED headlights, all-round cameras, panoramic roof, seats with massage and ventilation functions, 22-inch wheels and other options.
Previously reportedSales of the “scissor-door” Dongfeng eπ 007 sedan have started in China.




Source: Gazeta

Aito M9 is an advanced electric car from Huawei

Huawei Aito M9 Luxury Car Shakes The Entire Car Industry​

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St. The most popular cars in St. Petersburg were determined at 19:56 - Social Bites

At the end of 2023, Lada Granta will be launched in St. It remained the most popular new car in St. Petersburg, but the Chinese crossover Haval Jolion came close to it. In this respect reports analytical agency "Avtostat". Granta family cars sold 4,551 copies in the Northern capital during…

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St. The most popular cars in St. Petersburg were determined at 19:56​

ByANIKA
February 18, 2024

At the end of 2023, Lada Granta will be launched in St. It remained the most popular new car in St. Petersburg, but the Chinese crossover Haval Jolion came close to it. In this respect reports analytical agency “Avtostat”.
Granta family cars sold 4,551 copies in the Northern capital during the year; Haval dealers sold 4,539 Jolion crossovers in the same period. In third place in terms of popularity is the Chinese Geely Coolray, St. Residents of St. Petersburg purchased more than 3.9 thousand of these crossovers in a year.
Lada cars of all models are available in St. It was sold in St. Petersburg with a circulation of 7.9 thousand vehicles.
Chery, St. It occupies a leading position among car brands in St. Petersburg, and last year almost 10.7 thousand cars of this brand were sold here. Chery’s market share was 15%. This is followed by Haval, Geely, Lada and Exeed.
It was previously known that it was on the territory of AvtoVAZ accumulated new Lada Vesta.




Source: Gazeta

 

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New Lada Vestas accumulated on AvtoVAZ territory 17:38 - Social Bites

The territory of the former AvtoVAZ test track in Tolyatti is full of new Lada Vesta cars that the plant cannot send to dealers. In this respect reports Telegram channel "Auto Stream". According to Avtopotok's source in the company, the reason for the delay in shipment is the airbags coming…

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New Lada Vestas accumulated on AvtoVAZ territory 17:38​

ByANIKA
February 18, 2024

The territory of the former AvtoVAZ test track in Tolyatti is full of new Lada Vesta cars that the plant cannot send to dealers. In this respect reports Telegram channel “Auto Stream”.
According to Avtopotok’s source in the company, the reason for the delay in shipment is the airbags coming from the new supplier, for which AvtoVAZ needs to obtain certification from the other party. Until this moment, the plant is not able to send assembled Lada Vestas to the dealer network. At the same time, there is no sign of origin on the pillows in order to avoid exposing the supplier to secondary sanctions.
Before that, it was known that AvtoVAZ plans Production of Lada Granta Cross cars continues. This should happen in April 2024. Production of Granta Cross station wagons was interrupted in December 2023 due to problems with components.
Previously Volkswagen launched Anniversary version of the Golf model.




Source: Gazeta

 

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Cars from Iran and India may appear on the Russian market 03:12 - Social Bites

Car brands from Iran, India and African countries may appear in the Russian car market. This has been reported "News" With reference to data of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Russian Federation. At the same time, the publication notes that the main player in the Russian Federation…

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Cars from Iran and India may appear on the Russian market 03:12​

ByANIKA
February 19, 2024

Car brands from Iran, India and African countries may appear in the Russian car market. This has been reported “News” With reference to data of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Russian Federation.
At the same time, the publication notes that the main player in the Russian Federation is still the Chinese automobile industry.
According to market participants, in 2023 Chinese automakers sold more than half a million cars in Russia, including brands such as Chery, Haval and Geely. About 15% of total sales are shared by automakers in the United States, Europe, Japan and South Korea, Sergei Katyrin, head of the Russian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, told the publication.
According to him, Indian automobile manufacturers may get some share from the Russian automobile market in the future. Katyrin called the crossover from Tata Motors one of the most promising models in this country. He noted that sales of Iranian Iran Khodro (IKCO) sedans through parallel imports started last year.
The expert also believes that cars from Africa may appear in Russia.
Previously at MG saidHow to win back the Russian car market from other brands.
existed before named St. The most popular cars in St. Petersburg.




Source: Gazeta

 

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St. The most popular cars in St. Petersburg were determined at 19:56 - Social Bites

At the end of 2023, Lada Granta will be launched in St. It remained the most popular new car in St. Petersburg, but the Chinese crossover Haval Jolion came close to it. In this respect reports analytical agency "Avtostat". Granta family cars sold 4,551 copies in the Northern capital during…

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St. The most popular cars in St. Petersburg were determined at 19:56​

ByANIKA
February 18, 2024

At the end of 2023, Lada Granta will be launched in St. It remained the most popular new car in St. Petersburg, but the Chinese crossover Haval Jolion came close to it. In this respect reports analytical agency “Avtostat”.
Granta family cars sold 4,551 copies in the Northern capital during the year; Haval dealers sold 4,539 Jolion crossovers in the same period. In third place in terms of popularity is the Chinese Geely Coolray, St. Residents of St. Petersburg purchased more than 3.9 thousand of these crossovers in a year.
Lada cars of all models are available in St. It was sold in St. Petersburg with a circulation of 7.9 thousand vehicles.
Chery, St. It occupies a leading position among car brands in St. Petersburg, and last year almost 10.7 thousand cars of this brand were sold here. Chery’s market share was 15%. This is followed by Haval, Geely, Lada and Exeed.
It was previously known that it was on the territory of AvtoVAZ accumulated new Lada Vesta.




Source: Gazeta

The top 3 cars sold in Saint Petersburg are:

1. Lada Granta from AvtoVAZ which I personally think is flat out pathetic

2023 Lada Granta - POV Test Drive (Cheapest Car in EU)​

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2. Haval Jolion from Great Wall

2023 Haval Jolion S Review: I can't believe I'm saying this...​

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3. Geely Coolray from Geely

2024 Geely Coolray Review | This CHINESE SUV will suprise you​

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Russians significantly postponed new car purchases 13:19 - Social Bites

At the end of 2023, the average length of time to own a car in Russia increased after a two-year decline. In this respect he is writing Kommersant cites data from the analytical agency Autostat. In 2023, the duration of car ownership in Russia reached 6.8 years in the serial…

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Russians significantly postponed new car purchases 13:19​

ByANIKA
February 19, 2024

At the end of 2023, the average length of time to own a car in Russia increased after a two-year decline. In this respect he is writing Kommersant cites data from the analytical agency Autostat.
In 2023, the duration of car ownership in Russia reached 6.8 years in the serial segment, excluding Lada. In 2022, this figure was 6.4 years. The average length of car ownership for Lada cars was 8.4 years in 2023 (8.3 years in 2022). The duration of vehicle ownership in the premium segment has also increased – last year this parameter was 5.4 years (in 2022 it was 5.2 years).
At the same time, in the mass segment and the “premium” segment, excluding Lada, the ownership period decreased in 2021 and 2022, as the demand for new cars increased after the pandemic.
Russians before in the name the most unreliable Hyundai cars.




Source: Gazeta