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Geely's Atlas is one of the best cars in Russia

 

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Forthing T5 EVO crossovers to be produced in Kaliningrad

IXEN Motors Rus has announced plans to start production of Forthing T5 EVO crossovers. The production of this model will begin in January 2024 at the Kaliningrad plant, and the cars of Russian assembly should go on sale in March, the press service of the company reports.

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Forthing T5 EVO crossovers to be produced in Kaliningrad

IXEN Motors Rus has announced plans to start production of Forthing T5 EVO crossovers. The production of this model will begin in January 2024 at the Kaliningrad plant, and the cars of Russian assembly should go on sale in March, the press service of the company reports.
As noted, local assembly will optimise logistics and better adapt the T5 EVO crossovers to the Russian climate. In particular, the maximum configuration of this model will receive additional winter options in the form of heated steering wheel and windscreen. They will complement heated exterior mirrors and front seats. At the moment, the Chinese-built Forthing T5 EVO is available in dealer centres of IXEN Motors Rus in four configurations at a price from 3 million 080 thousand rubles to 3 million 390 thousand rubles. The exact dimensions of the model are 4565 x 1860 x 2715 mm with a wheelbase of 2715 mm.
The appearance of the crossover is distinguished by black wheel discs, a large grille and thin daytime running lights. The interior of the Forthing T5 EVO gets a single cluster of two touchscreens: the instrument panel and the touchscreen centre screen. Under the bonnet of the Forthing T5 EVO is a 197bhp 1.5-litre turbo engine that works in conjunction with a 7-speed robot from global manufacturer Magna. The crossover accelerates to 100 km/h in 9.5 sec. Its fuel consumption is 6.6 litres / 100 km in the mixed cycle.

 

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Did LADA St. Petersburg plant start assembly of Chery crossovers?

In November 2023, Maxim Sokolov, President of AVTOVAZ, said that he expects the full-scale launch of LADA St. Petersburg (the former production site of the Japanese concern Nissan, which left Russia) in 2024. Recall that in the summer there began assembly of a mid-size crossover LADA X-cross 5...

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Did LADA St. Petersburg plant start assembly of Chery crossovers?

In November 2023, Maxim Sokolov, President of AVTOVAZ, said that he expects the full-scale launch of LADA St. Petersburg (the former production site of the Japanese concern Nissan, which left Russia) in 2024. Recall that in the summer there began assembly of a mid-size crossover LADA X-cross 5, which is a redesigned version of the Chinese FAW Bestune T77.
However, it is difficult to call this production a mass production yet, just over 100 such cars were assembled at the beginning of November. Meanwhile, AVTOVAZ has still found opportunities to launch the St. Petersburg site early. At the end of December 2023, Chinese crossovers Chery Tiggo 7 PRO were launched on the assembly line. Telegram channel "Autopotok", which reported about it, noticed that the car kits coming from China are almost finished cars, on which the front subframe with pre-installed engine and suspension, rear subframe with suspension and wheels are installed in St. Petersburg.
A special attention should be paid to the fact that the cars come off the assembly line without Chery nameplates, which means that they can get the LADA emblem, as it used to be with the FAW Bestune T77 / LADA X-cross 5.

 

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The price of Moskvich 6 softback in the top configuration Techno has exceeded 3 million rubles

Liftback Moskvich 6 is supplemented with a new set of Techno, reports the press service of the car plant Moskvich. This version is the top for the model, and its price, as follows from the official price list, is 3,116,000 rubles. At the same time, the other three configurations have a cost of...

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The price of Moskvich 6 softback in the top configuration Techno has exceeded 3 million rubles

Liftback Moskvich 6 is supplemented with a new set of Techno, reports the press service of the car plant Moskvich. This version is the top for the model, and its price, as follows from the official price list, is 3,116,000 rubles. At the same time, the other three configurations have a cost of less than 3 million rubles. Sales of the Moskvich 6 softback in the top version will begin in early 2024. In this version, the car is equipped with a 1.5-litre GDi engine (174 hp), working in tandem with a robotised transmission.
Techno differs from other kits by dynamic turn indicators in taillights, panoramic roof with a sunroof, black 18-inch alloy wheels, electric boot door, atmospheric interior lighting, horizontal LED strip on the bonnet between the headlights, welcome light animation, light logo Moskvich in the front doors, safety curtains, front seat belts with pretensioners, blind spot monitoring system (BSD), cross collision warning when reversing (CTA), rear collision warning (RCW), danger warning when opening doors (DOW), electric locking of rear doors against opening by children, 8 speakers and 12 V socket in the boot.
Recall, the new Moskvich 6 liftback went on sale in mid-October 2023, becoming the third model in the domestic brand's line-up (after the 3 and 3e crossovers).

 

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OMODA and JAECOO brands have new directors in Russia

OMODA brand has announced important structural changes within the company. Viktor Nashchansky has left the position of OMODA and JAECOO brand director at his own request. Dmitry Maksimov has been appointed to the position of OMODA brand director, while Vladimir Stoyakin has taken the position of...

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OMODA and JAECOO brands have new directors in Russia

OMODA brand has announced important structural changes within the company. Viktor Nashchansky has left the position of OMODA and JAECOO brand director at his own request. Dmitry Maksimov has been appointed to the position of OMODA brand director, while Vladimir Stoyakin has taken the position of JAECOO brand director, according to the press service of Chery Automobiles Rus.
Dmitry Maximov worked at Volkswagen Group Rus from 2008 to 2023, where he rose from regional manager to sales director. For the last five years he has been Director of Sales and Development, overseeing the markets of Russia, Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan. At Volkswagen Group Rus, Dmitry Maximov was responsible for the development and implementation of projects aimed at increasing corporate sales. Vladimir Stoyakin is also closely connected with the world of car business: from 2008 to 2011 he worked as Managing Director at Yug-Avto dealership holding, from 2011 to 2012 he worked as Project Manager at Volkswagen Group Rus, and from 2015 to 2022 he held the position of Head of Transformation and Innovation Office at Severstal.
Vladimir Stoyakin has been working at Chery Automobiles Rus since August 2023 as JAECOO Sales Director, and from 1 November he was appointed JAECOO Brand Director.

 

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KAMAZ resumed operations after the New Year holidays

KAMAZ resumed work today after the all-Russian New Year holidays, which took place from December 30th, 2023 to January 8th, 2024. During the remaining working days of January, the company plans to produce more than 3.3 thousand trucks, the KAMAZ press service reports. As it is noted, despite all...

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KAMAZ resumed operations after the New Year holidays

KAMAZ resumed work today after the all-Russian New Year holidays, which took place from December 30th, 2023 to January 8th, 2024. During the remaining working days of January, the company plans to produce more than 3.3 thousand trucks, the KAMAZ press service reports. As it is noted, despite all the difficulties, the main tasks set for KAMAZ divisions for 2023 have been fulfilled. Last year, the company continued production of trucks of the new model range.
For example, in February 2023, KAMAZ began production of KAMAZ-54901 long-haul tractors with improved performance on a new component base that does not depend on supplies from unfriendly countries. According to production statistics, production of the flagship KAMAZ-54901 tractors continues to gain momentum. At the same time, the company's product portfolio is expanding. For example, the line of medium-tonnage vehicles, initially consisting of the Compass 9 and Compass 12 models, was supplemented in 2023 with a new product - the Compass 5 vehicle.
In addition, in 2023, new products were presented in the line of passenger vehicles - a medium class bus KAMAZ-4290, an extra large class bus KAMAZ-6299 ("accordion"), a city bus KAMAZ VEGA, a low-floor trolleybus KAMAZ-62825, and an electric bus with night charging KAMAZ-6282 ONC. In 2024, modernisation of Kamaz production facilities, development of the K5 truck line and the passenger vehicle model range will continue. Work is also planned on P6 engines, development of the Compass line of vehicles and other projects.

 

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Forthing Yacht is a minivan from Dongfeng's Forthing brand

Forthing Yacht - Wikipedia

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Changan Lamore is a mid side sedan from Changan which is China's oldest automaker

Changan Lamore - Wikipedia

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Tank 300 / 500 are mid size / full size SUVs from Great Wall Motor's Tank brand

Tank 300 - Wikipedia

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Tank 500 - Wikipedia

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Car enthusiasts were told how to sit behind the wheel correctly 17:38 - Social Bites

Correct riding posture not only prevents fatigue and back pain, but also improves road safety. Automobile expert Vladimir Sazhin reported this. In an interview with the Public News Service, listed Basic rules for sitting in the driver's seat, especially on long journeys. “First of all, you...

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Car enthusiasts were told how to sit behind the wheel correctly 17:38


ByANIKA
January 10, 2024
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Correct riding posture not only prevents fatigue and back pain, but also improves road safety. Automobile expert Vladimir Sazhin reported this. In an interview with the Public News Service, listed Basic rules for sitting in the driver’s seat, especially on long journeys.
“First of all, you should make sure that your arms are not strained and your wrist is on the steering wheel. Then there will be no stress on our backs. In the past, most cars had a clutch, and when the clutch was pressed, the knee was slightly bent. The expert stated that the pedals are now adjusted so that the foot can move freely.
He also recommended holding the steering wheel with both hands to prevent spinal curvature. It is also worth using armrests and lumbar support accordingly.
Before that Sazhin explainedHow can we prevent slipping on the road in winter? He said that, above all, it is important to maintain a speed limit where you can control the situation. He noted that if the wheels turn sideways, you need to act accordingly while driving.
Drivers before saidwhether it is necessary to warm the car in winter.

 

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Changan UNI-K is a top notch crossover from China's oldest automaker Changan

Changan UNI-K - Wikipedia

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Exceed RX is a top notch crossover from Chery's Exceed brand

Exeed Yaoguang - Wikipedia

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Zeekr 009 is a very powerful ginormous electric minivan from Geely's Zeekr brand

Zeekr 009 - Wikipedia

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Putin toured Chukotka with his Predator snow and swamp vehicle 17:22 - Social Bites

Russian President Vladimir Putin chose the Division-made "Predator" snow and swamp all-terrain vehicle to travel around Anadyr. This was reported by the information center of the government of the Tyumen region. Telegram. “Putin chose Tobolsk Predator for a trip around Anadyr,” the publication...

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Putin toured Chukotka with his Predator snow and swamp vehicle


ByANIKA
January 10, 2024
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Russian President Vladimir Putin chose the Division-made “Predator” snow and swamp all-terrain vehicle to travel around Anadyr. This was reported by the information center of the government of the Tyumen region. Telegram.
“Putin chose Tobolsk Predator for a trip around Anadyr,” the publication states.
According to the regional information center, the production and production of such SUVs is located in the Tobolsk district of the Tyumen region, all-terrain vehicles are assembled at two plants.
Shortly before this, it became known that the head of state was on his first visit to Chukotka. left Transportation from the airport to Anadyr, the capital of the region, is provided by snow and swamp vehicles. The off-roader is equipped with massive ultra-low-pressure wheels, larger than a standard SUV.
Putin had never visited Chukotka before and had visited here himself. Confessed.
Putin before spoke With a girl whose dream he made come true as part of the “Wishing Tree.”

 

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Russia's new car sales recover to 1.06 million units in 2023
Reuters
January 10, 20249:08 AM ESTUpdated 7 hours ago

Hyundai cars are seen at a customs terminal on the outskirts of Saint Petersburg, Russia June 1, 2022. REUTERS/Anton Vaganov/File photo Acquire Licensing Rights

MOSCOW, Jan 10 (Reuters) - Sales of new cars in Russia rebounded in 2023 to 1.06 million units, data from Russian analytical agency Autostat showed on Wednesday, as the industry partially recovered from sanctions and the departure of many foreign automakers.
The revival, a 69% year-on-year increase, fell short of car sales in 2021, the year before Russia launched what it calls a "special military operation" in Ukraine, when 1.51 million vehicles were sold.

In December 2023, new car sales were 110% higher year-on-year, the data from Autostat and its partner consulting company PPK showed.
Chinese carmakers have been plugging the gaps left by their departing Western competitors. But Chinese car sales appear to have peaked at more than 56% of the market as Russia's domestic production now recovers.
This year, Autostat experts believe sales will increase by 18% to 1.25 million units, or a 32% increase to 1.4 million units in their more optimistic scenario.

Autostat head Sergei Tselikov said Chinese automakers and local producers would meet growing demand in 2024.
"There is a desire (from Chinese carmakers) to sell up to 2 million on the Russian market and there is a desire from people to buy them," Tselikov said at a conference.
Factories idled since Western automakers departed over Russia's actions in Ukraine are also likely to restart this year, Tselikov added.

 

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And another look at GAC GS8 full size SUV which has 3 rows of seat.

 

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Zeekr 009 from Geely's Zeekr brand is one of the first electric cars that use CATL's high performance batteries

 

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Geely Emgrand is a top notch car in Russia

 

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Changan UNI-T is slated to replace Volkswagon Tiguan in Russia after Volkswagon left Russia

 

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Don't let that domestic brand fool you. Moskvitch 6 is not a Russian car. It is a rabadged Chinese JAC Sehol A5 Plus.

Sehol A5 Plus - Wikipedia

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