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It has become clear which habits drivers should forget in winter 11:52

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January 30, 2024

During winter months, the driver must obey the speed limit and not make sudden maneuvers on the road. In this respect reports “Rossiyskaya Gazeta”, referring to the technical director of the fresh automotive market Maxim Ryazanov.

“Russian drivers need to avoid dangerous maneuvers in winter, accelerate even a little, and also monitor the cleanliness of optics, mirrors and windows: in blizzards and snowfall, good visibility is the first requirement for those driving,” the expert said.

According to him, you should also not violate the deadlines for installing winter tires: if the fact of changing tires in the summer is not critical, then the use of tires that are not suitable for the season in winter is fraught with accidents.

It happened before that knownthat in severe frosts, a car may not start for various reasons due to the negative impact of low temperatures on all systems of the car. In this case, most often problems arise with the battery or fuel system. The vehicle may not start, especially due to questionable gasoline. Therefore, it is important to choose quality fuel for your vehicle during the winter period. Also, difficulties in starting the car may occur due to dirty throttle valve or injectors, as motorists forget that these elements need to be cleaned every 20-30 thousand kilometers.

happened before knownDue to severe frosts in Russia, the number of calls to car services increased by 30%.
 

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AvtoVAZ explained why Lada Granta hatchback and station wagon were removed from the official website 12:40

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January 30, 2024

Lada Granta hatchback and station wagon were removed from the official AvtoVAZ website due to unpopularity among Russian buyers. In this respect reports “Rossiyskaya Gazeta” with reference to the press service of AvtoVAZ.

“The hatchback and station wagon versions of Lada Granta have not been produced since 2022. Dealers were actually selling their remaining stock. When you can buy crossover liftbacks and station wagons, the demand for these versions is minimal. Now the remains are over, the versions have disappeared from the site,” the press service said.

The fact that AvtoVAZ removed information about Lada Granta hatchback and station wagon cars from the official website was revealed known January 29.

Before reportedHe said that AvtoVAZ began to re-equip Lada Granta cars with central locking. Due to component shortages, this option was removed from all model trim levels in February 2023.

Simplified versions of the Lada Granta model began to be produced on June 6, 2022. This version did not have airbags, emergency notification system for traffic accidents (ERA-GLONASS), ABS and ESP assistants. Later, airbags were installed in the cars.

Previously reportedAvtoVAZ began painting Lada Vesta in a new color, “Platinum”.
 

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Former Russian Nissan plant launches a batch of cars under the new brand 13:14

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January 30, 2024

The first batch of cars of the new Xcite brand is in St. It was produced at the former Nissan plant in St. Petersburg (current “Avtozavod St. Petersburg”). This is stated in the press service of the enterprise (available from socialbites.ca).

“The brand Xcite is derived from English. Excite means “to excite”, “to excite”. It is designed to inspire owners to enjoy life with their family and friends,” the statement reads.

It is stated that several thousand cars have already been produced. Warehouse stock is being accumulated to enable sales to begin in spring 2024. No word on what Xcite cars are.

St. The Nissan factory in St. Petersburg opened its doors in June 2009. X-Trail, Murano, Qashqai and Terrano crossovers came off the production line of the enterprise. The production capacity of the facility was 100 thousand cars per year. A foreign company sold this asset in the fall of 2022.

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In December 2003, information about the Lada X-Cross 5 crossover disappeared from the official AvtoVAZ website.

Previously reportedAvtoVAZ: hatchback and station wagon Lada Granta were removed from the field due to lack of demand.
 

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It has been announced where the charging network for electric cars is growing fastest in Russia 14:36

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January 30, 2024

St. in Russia St. Petersburg has become the leading city in terms of the dynamics of development of the electric charging network. The socialbites.ca correspondent was told about this by the press service of the 2GIS cartographic service.

St. The number of electric charging complexes in St. Petersburg from April 2023 to January 2024 increased by 83%. There are currently 168 such stations in the city.

In second place is Nizhny Novgorod, where the number of electricity filling stations increased by 79% (84 units) in the last 9 months. In third place is Moscow with a growth rate of 46% (437 units); The absolute value of stations in the capital is the largest in the country, but the dynamics of the emergence of new ones is lower.

Additionally, the top five cities in terms of growth in charging points included Krasnoyarsk (106 units; +10%) and Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk (121 units; +8%).

The service offers detailed information about electric vehicle charging stations on the map; Specifically, geographic service has started showing charging cost, connector types, and power, and will start showing availability in real time in the near future.

According to 2GIS, as of January 2024, there are public stations in more than 500 cities and towns in Russia, and the total number of such power stations is 3,225.

Before that, automobile specialist Subbotin named Disadvantages of buying electric vehicles in Russia.
 

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30/01/2024
THE NEW JAECOO J8 WILL ENTER THE RUSSIAN MARKET
The Jaecoo brand, which entered the Russian market in autumn of 2023, announced the flagship J8 crossover for Russia. The car will be offered to Russian customers in two versions, the cost of which, as well as the start date of sales, has not yet been announced.
The model is equipped with 2.0-liter petrol engine capacity of 249 HP coupled with 7-speed robotized gear box and all-wheel drive. A distinctive feature of the crossover will be the CDC suspension with adjustable shock absorber stiffness.
The Jaecoo J8 equipment will include LED optics, 20-inch wheel disks, a panoramic roof with a sunroof, multimedia with support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a projection display, a wide range of electronic driver assistants and other comfort elements, including heated steering wheel, mirrors, windshield, washer nozzles, as well as all seats.
 

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30/01/2024
OFFICIAL SALES OF IRAN KHODRO DENA HAVE BEEN ANNOUNCED IN RUSSIA
Sales of Iran Khodro Dena sedans are due to start soon in Russia. According to a representative of the Lucky Careancy distribution company, the matter concerns official sales of cars with a factory warranty. The novelty cost has not yet been disclosed.
At the moment, several sedans have already been imported into Russia under the parallel import scheme. It is known that such a model is equipped with 1.7-liter 150-HP turbocharged engine with 215 Nm of torque coupled with 6-speed automatic gear box. The maximum speed reaches 205 km/h. The list of options includes central locking, sunroof, heated front and rear seats, heated rear-view mirrors, rain and light sensor, parking sensors, rear-view camera, cruise control, air conditioner, anti-lock braking system (ABS) and electronic stability control.
 

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Russians talked about their attitude towards Iranian cars 16:49

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January 30, 2024

Almost half (48%) of Russian residents surveyed believe that Iranian cars can earn their trust. This is stated in a survey conducted by VTB and Otkritie Auto (available from socialbites.ca).

By the way, according to the survey, today only 32% of respondents know that Iranian cars can be purchased in Russia. 68% have not heard of this opportunity. 16 percent of Russians surveyed cited a good combination of price and quality among the advantages of cars from Iran, another 12 percent noted their cost. At the same time, 29% do not see any outstanding advantages in Iranian cars, and in general, 47% do not know the advantages of such cars.

49% of respondents know nothing about the shortcomings of Iranian cars. According to 16%, the biggest disadvantage is the weak technical part of Iranian cars. 15% noted the poor development of the dealer network, 13% believe that the comfort and safety of Iranian cars are low, 13% described the lack of spare parts for these cars as a significant disadvantage. 12% each pointed to a small selection of models on the market and low-quality components.

16% of respondents are sure that cars from Iran have no chance of gaining trust in Russia, because consumers in the Russian Federation are already spoiled for choice among other brands.

It happened before that knownThe cost of a new car from China is 3.3 million rubles. Prices for such cars increased by 11% during the year.

The price of new Geely brand cars increased by an average of 16%, and the price of Chery brand cars increased by 15%. The cost of new Changan cars increased by 8%, while the cost of Exeed and Omoda increased by 2%. At the same time, the weighted average price of Haval cars fell by 2%.

The price of second-hand Chinese cars will double by the end of 2023. The average cost of a car was 1.8 million rubles.

Also, Russians’ spending on new car purchases in December 2023 made a record of 385 billion rubles, increasing by 2.6 times on an annual basis throughout the entire observation history.

happened before knownWhat cars fell in price in Russia in January?
 

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The dates of the start of sales of the new Hongqi HS3 crossovers in Russia have been announced 17:56

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January 30, 2024


Sales of the premium compact crossover Hongqi HS3 will start in the Russian market in the second quarter of 2024. This is stated in the press release of the automaker (available from socialbites.ca). The vehicle is currently going through the certification process.
“In the Russian market, Hongqi HS3 will be available in two versions: with a 1.5-liter engine and front-axle drive and with a 2.0-liter engine and all-wheel drive. “There will be 6 colors in the body color palette, 3 of which will be two-tone,” the message reads.
The Hongqi HS3 crossover was first presented at the Shanghai Auto Show in spring 2023. The body length of the SUV is 4655 mm and the wheelbase is 2770 mm. The engine range for the Chinese market includes two turbocharged units: 1.5 liters and a capacity of 168 hp. combined with a two-liter engine (252 hp) working with a seven-speed “robot” and an eight-speed automatic transmission. In the first case, acceleration time to “hundreds” is 9.9 seconds, in the second – 7.2 seconds.
The equipment list includes a panoramic sunroof, two 12-inch screens in the cabin, two areas for wireless charging of devices, a keyless entry system, adaptive cruise control, electrically adjustable and ventilated seats.
Previously reportedSt. He said that the former Nissan factory in St. Petersburg has started producing cars under the Xcite brand.
 

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The most popular colors of second-hand cars in 2023 have been announced 00:01

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January 30, 2024


The most popular colors for second-hand cars in Russia in 2023 are black and white. This is stated in the Avito Auto study (available from socialbites.ca). Russians were least interested in pink cars.
“Black and white colors have traditionally dominated the used car market. This is primarily explained by their relatively higher liquidity. They depreciate more slowly than brightly colored cars. In addition, basic body colors, as a rule, will cost the first buyer cheaper than non-standard shades that require additional payment,” says Vadim Ivanov, director of the Automobile department at Avito Auto.
Black and white cars accounted for almost half of all second-hand cars purchased by service users in 2023 (22% and 21% respectively). The most popular colors are followed by gray (14%), silver (13%), blue (9%), green (6%), red (5%), brown (3%) and beige (2%). ).
At the same time, the most undesirable colors were pink, purple, orange, yellow, purple and gold.
Russians before saidWhere is the best place to buy a car?
 

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30/01/2024
OFFICIAL SALES OF IRAN KHODRO DENA HAVE BEEN ANNOUNCED IN RUSSIA
Sales of Iran Khodro Dena sedans are due to start soon in Russia. According to a representative of the Lucky Careancy distribution company, the matter concerns official sales of cars with a factory warranty. The novelty cost has not yet been disclosed.
At the moment, several sedans have already been imported into Russia under the parallel import scheme. It is known that such a model is equipped with 1.7-liter 150-HP turbocharged engine with 215 Nm of torque coupled with 6-speed automatic gear box. The maximum speed reaches 205 km/h. The list of options includes central locking, sunroof, heated front and rear seats, heated rear-view mirrors, rain and light sensor, parking sensors, rear-view camera, cruise control, air conditioner, anti-lock braking system (ABS) and electronic stability control.
Although Iranian cars cannot compete with Chinese cars in terms of quality, they can occupy a niche in the low end and low cost segment.

The review video is in Russian so unless you know Russian it is for illustrative purposes only.

 

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The dates of the start of sales of the new Hongqi HS3 crossovers in Russia have been announced 17:56

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January 30, 2024

Sales of the premium compact crossover Hongqi HS3 will start in the Russian market in the second quarter of 2024. This is stated in the press release of the automaker (available from socialbites.ca). The vehicle is currently going through the certification process.
“In the Russian market, Hongqi HS3 will be available in two versions: with a 1.5-liter engine and front-axle drive and with a 2.0-liter engine and all-wheel drive. “There will be 6 colors in the body color palette, 3 of which will be two-tone,” the message reads.
The Hongqi HS3 crossover was first presented at the Shanghai Auto Show in spring 2023. The body length of the SUV is 4655 mm and the wheelbase is 2770 mm. The engine range for the Chinese market includes two turbocharged units: 1.5 liters and a capacity of 168 hp. combined with a two-liter engine (252 hp) working with a seven-speed “robot” and an eight-speed automatic transmission. In the first case, acceleration time to “hundreds” is 9.9 seconds, in the second – 7.2 seconds.
The equipment list includes a panoramic sunroof, two 12-inch screens in the cabin, two areas for wireless charging of devices, a keyless entry system, adaptive cruise control, electrically adjustable and ventilated seats.
Previously reportedSt. He said that the former Nissan factory in St. Petersburg has started producing cars under the Xcite brand.




Source: Gazeta
I'm digging this car. The massive and bold grille design is terrific and the brand logo even lights up.

ALL NEW 2023 FAW HONGQI HS3 FirstLook Walkaround

 

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I'm digging this car. The massive and bold grille design is terrific and the brand logo even lights up.

ALL NEW 2023 FAW HONGQI HS3 FirstLook Walkaround

@Mod(i)s, kitne baar ye ghusega? laal aankhe permanently dikhaiye isko
 

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The situation regarding spare parts for Chinese cars was explained to the Russians 08:47

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January 31, 2024

There is no shortage of spare parts in Russia for Chinese cars officially imported into the country. In this respect reports RIA Novosti, citing the Russian Association of Automobile Dealers (ROAD).

“There is currently no shortage of spare parts for Chinese brands, and cases of extended delivery times for “unpopular” products are extremely rare,” the association noted.

Before that it was known to be on the Russian market augmented number of fake car parts. In 2023, counterfeit products were most often found among original, well-known European and Japanese manufacturers of components and engine oils.

Meanwhile, imported substitute oils and batteries, which stand out with their availability, quality and stable supply, are on sale. In 2023, Russians bought the most maintenance parts (oils, filters, brake system and suspension parts). Oils and batteries, mainly produced domestically, were in the highest demand in the last two months.

happened before knownPrices for car repair services in Russia increased by a quarter.
 

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31/01/2024
THE NEW ROX STONE 01 WAS BROUGHT TO RUSSIA
The SUV by the Chinese Rox Motor, known as Stone 01 or Polestones 01, was brought to Russia. The car will be offered to Russian buyers at the price from 4.6 to 6.5 million rubles.
The model is equipped with 1.5-liter 154-HP petrol engine that performs the function of an electricity generator. In addition, there are two electric motors with a total capacity of 476 HP. With electricity, the car can travel up to 235 km, and with the participation of a generator, the range increases to 1,338 km, respectively.
The hybrid novelty equipment may include: adaptive suspension, 21-inch wheel disks and adaptive optics, panoramic glazing, a media system with a large central screen, leather-trimmed seats with heating and ventilation, and several airbags.
 

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31/01/2024
AVTOVAZ ANNOUNCES THE MODERNIZATION OF LADA NIVA IN 2025
AvtoVAZ plans to seriously upgrade LADA Niva Travel in 2025.
It became known from insider sources that the model will be equipped with a fundamentally new 8-valve 90-HP unit. It is assumed that reduced capacity will increase the torque and make it "even" in almost the entire speed range over 1,500 rpm, which is similar to the performance of diesel power plants.
Moreover, in 2025, AvtoVAZ announces the completion of chassis unification of both Niva versions. In particular, Niva Legend is currently equipped with an upgraded front suspension with double-row bearings, while Niva Travel is equipped with a simpler single-lever transfer case control system. During the unification, the chassis of both SUVs will be made almost identical, transferring the best practices from them into a single common design.
 

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31/01/2024
TONAR SUMMARIZES SALES RESULTS FOR 2023
Following results of 2023, Tonar showed a 46% sales increase. The total market share of Tonar in the past year among new semi-trailer manufacturers was 26%.
By the end of the year, Tonar is a leader among Russian manufacturers, occupying 40% of the market. Tonar also holds a leading position in the container semi-trailer segment with a market share of 55%.
The main growth was shown in the following areas:
- grain semi-trailers: + 81.7%;
- container semi-trailers: + 80.3%;
- insulated/refrigerated semi-trailers: + 72.5%;
- curtainsided/dropside semi-trailers: + 42.1%;
- dump semi-trailers: + 16%.
 

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The cost of the Russian crossover Evolute i-Space has been announced 10:47

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January 31, 2024

The hybrid crossover Evolute i-Space will cost 3.94 million rubles in Russia. In this respect reports “Russian newspaper”.

The seven-seat crossover Evolute i-Space has a hybrid powertrain with 287 horsepower. It has a power reserve of 1150 km. A 178 hp electric motor drives the front wheels and it has a 1.5 naturally aspirated gasoline engine with 110 hp. It is used to charge the traction battery. The battery can be charged in 4 hours from a high voltage charging station.

In the Russian market, the car is equipped with a 12-speaker audio system, 19-inch wheels, heated and ventilated seats and high-quality sound insulation in the interior. Evolute i-Space is also equipped with a built-in video recorder, 360-degree camera, blind-spot monitoring and reverse collision warning system.

Assembly was carried out at the Motorinvest plant in the Lipetsk region.

Previously reportedAudi has introduced an updated Q7 crossover with laser headlights.
 

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Russians were told about the dangers of taking out a comprehensive insurance policy 11:22

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January 31, 2024

When drawing up a comprehensive insurance contract, you need to pay attention to the list of insured events and the price of the policy. In this respect report Izvestia cites independent transport industry expert Alexey Tuzov.
“The contract may specify a specific risk of ‘theft of a vehicle without documents and keys’ and the insurance company may deny insurance payments if the car is stolen with documents in the glove compartment,” he said.
Also, according to Tuzov, the buyer must have been confused because the price of the comprehensive insurance policy was too low. Usually the cost of the policy is 40-60 thousand rubles. If the price is lower, there is a possibility that the insurer will specify in the contract only very rare risks of damage to the vehicle. However, the policy does not include theft, fire and accident insurance.
Before this drivers caught The Russian Association of Automobile Insurers (RUA) adds non-existent traffic accidents to personal history, so the bonus-badness ratio (BMR) and the cost of the MTPL policy increase sharply. In particular, a person living in Moscow, when buying an MTPL policy, pays attention to the fact that the “bonus-malus” coefficient, which reduces the cost of the policy in case of accident-free driving and increases it in case of accident driver error, the minimum value is from 0.46 to 1.17, and the cost of insurance is 14 It increased from 25 thousand rubles. This was because two accidents emerged in the policyholder’s past that did not actually occur.
Previously reportedthat fines to cells for the absence of compulsory traffic insurance will not exceed 800 rubles per day.
 

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Deputy Leonov talked about the intricacies of operating Lada Vesta 12:43

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January 31, 2024

The Lada Vesta sedans that arrived at the State Duma garage have many disadvantages. About this to the correspondent of “socialbites.ca” reported State Duma deputy Oleg Leonov from the New People group.
“One of Vesta’s disadvantages compared to foreign cars is its low ceiling. It’s okay for me, I’m an average height person. However, if the passenger is tall, he will lean against the ceiling. And there is no central armrest, no place to put your hand,” the parliamentarian shared.
At the same time, according to the MP, the car also has its advantages. For example, a USB connector to which you can connect a smartphone and charge it while continuing to work.
Volodin said that lawmakers should decide to use only domestic cars such as Moskvich, Lada and Aurus as official cars. stated In July 2023. He emphasized that Russia would not create its own automobile industry “if there are other cars” and that Russians should use cars from unfriendly countries.
The Ministry of Industry and Trade has prepared a list of machines that are recommended for civil servants to use primarily for official purposes. It includes the brands Lada, UAZ, Aurus and Moskvich. Volodin said that the deputies will use Lada, Aurus and Moskvich cars.
Previously reportedThe new Lada Vesta in the State Duma garage was involved in a serious accident.




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Haval has patented the design of the next-generation Haval H9 SUV in Russia

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Haval has patented the design of the new generation H9 SUV in Russia. Images of the car have been published in the database of the Federal Institute of Industrial Property (FIPS), reports Telegram-channel Autopotok. The novelty is expected to go on sale at Russian dealers in August this year.
On the Chinese market the debut of the novelty and the start of production is scheduled for the first half of 2024. Haval H9 is made in a retro style: it has square headlights, daytime running lights of round shape and a grille with horizontal slats.
In addition, the model is distinguished by wide wheel arches, high bonnet line, large side mirrors, large bumpers, roof rails and a storage box on the rear door. The car will be powered by a 224 bhp petrol engine and a diesel unit with 190 bhp output. In the former case, the engine will be mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission, while the latter will be mated to a 10-speed transmission.
The drive is exclusively all-wheel drive. As previously reported "AUTOSTAT", according to unofficial data, the company Haval in 2024 plans to introduce seven new models in the Russian market.
 

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