Latest Auto News from Russia

Discounts Up to 500,000 Rubles: Most Generous Car Brands in February 2026Prices are still increasing, yet vehicles from the previous year are available with significant discounts.

Apr 20, 2026

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St. Petersburg Gridlocked in Evening Traffic JamsOn the evening of February 2, road congestion in St. Petersburg reached a maximum of 9 points. Experts note abnormally dense traffic, especially on the Ring Road and Western High-Speed Diameter.

Apr 20, 2026

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St. Petersburg Traffic Jams Peak at 8 Points on February 2 EveningOn the evening of February 2, the road situation in St. Petersburg sharply worsened. The congestion on highways reached 8 points, which is two points above the usual level.

Apr 20, 2026

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Khanty-Mansi Okrug Among Top Regions for Affordable GasolineResidents of Khanty-Mansi Okrug can buy over 1,900 liters of AI-92 gasoline with their average monthly wage, placing the region in the top five for fuel affordability.

Apr 19, 2026

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Five-Vehicle Accident on R-257 Highway Near KrasnoyarskTwo people were injured in a multi-vehicle crash on the R-257 highway near Krasnoyarsk.

Apr 19, 2026

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Hyundai Finally Gives Up Plant in St. PetersburgThe production of Solaris cars will most likely be completely discontinued.

Apr 18, 2026

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43-Year-Old Toyota Soarer Drives Like New in VladivostokA 1983 Toyota Soarer, discontinued 20 years ago, is for sale in Vladivostok with the seller asserting it runs like new.

Apr 18, 2026

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Hyundai Motor finally abandons its plant in RussiaHyundai Motor has not exercised its option to repurchase its St. Petersburg factory, signaling the likely end of Solaris car production in the country.

Apr 18, 2026

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OSAGO payouts hit records, insurers prepare price hikesIn 2025, a record number of OSAGO insurance payouts exceeded statutory limits. Insurance companies and the Bank of Russia are discussing raising maximum compensation amounts, which could lead to higher policy prices.

Apr 18, 2026

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Winter road hazards that can result in finesHazards lurk on roads and in driveways during winter, increasing the risk of fines for unsuspecting drivers.

Apr 18, 2026

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Primorye enters list of regions with most expensive gasolinePrimorye has experienced an 18% surge in gasoline prices over the past year, securing a spot in the top ten for costly fuel.

Apr 18, 2026

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Chery transfers Omoda production to AGR plant in St. PetersburgThe AGR group plans to set up assembly of Omoda crossovers at the former General Motors plant in St. Petersburg in 2026.

Apr 18, 2026

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Hyundai will not buy back its former St. Petersburg plantSouth Korean automaker Hyundai Motor has confirmed it will not use its option to repurchase its former enterprise in St. Petersburg. The deadline for this decision expired in January.

Apr 16, 2026

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Sollers Launches Affordable Seven-Seat Minivan to Boost Birth RatesSollers has introduced a passenger version of its SF1 van to fill the gap left by departing Western automakers, offering a seven-seat minivan at an affordable price.

Apr 16, 2026

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Arkhangelsk Traffic Cameras Operate During Internet Outages, Fines DelayedPolice in Arkhangelsk Oblast confirm that traffic enforcement cameras continue to function and record violations during mobile internet shutdowns, although fines may be issued later.

Apr 16, 2026

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Toyota RAV4 vs GAC GS4: Which Mid-Size Crossover Wins?We compare the parallel-import Toyota RAV4 with the Chinese GAC GS4 crossover to assess their performance, comfort, and value in a head-to-head test.

Mar 10, 2026

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Extreme Off-Road Tuned UAZ Sold for 1.5M RublesA 29-year-old UAZ-3151 from 1997, heavily modified for extreme off-roading, is listed for sale in Novosibirsk at 1.5 million rubles (about $15,000 at current rates).

Mar 10, 2026

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Top 5 Crossovers in Primorye Include Hyundai and BMWThe price has slightly decreased.

Mar 9, 2026

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Izhevsk racer detained third time in St. Petersburg for dangerous drivingSt. Petersburg police detained a video blogger from Izhevsk for dangerous driving for the third time. On the same day, a BMW driver from Bryansk was stopped for stunts at an intersection.

Mar 9, 2026

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Lada Iskra Ownership as Costly as Taxi Rides, Experts FindRising fuel prices and rapid depreciation are the main expenses for the budget car, according to a study by Avtostat.

Mar 7, 2026

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EXEED Launches Software Update for EXLANTIX ET CrossoverEXEED has released a software update for the EXLANTIX ET hybrid crossover, enabling one-button activation of improved voice commands and steering wheel heating.

Mar 6, 2026

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EXEED LX Debuts with Premium Style and Tech at Sokol MotorsThe EXEED LX premium crossover is now offered at a special price at the Sokol Motors EXEED Center.

Mar 6, 2026

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Suzuki Jimny Leads Japanese Car Sales in Primorsky KraiThe Suzuki Jimny emerged as the top-selling Japanese car in Primorsky Krai, Russia, in the fourth quarter of 2025, based on secondary market data from Avito Auto.

Mar 6, 2026

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Novosibirsk Residents Split on Overhauling Aging Japanese CarsSome see no issue with repairing cars from the 2000s, while others consider it a bad idea.

Mar 6, 2026

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China bans new car exports to Russia for six monthsA new Chinese export rule has left a large batch of vehicles, including Zeekr, Nissan, and Mazda, stuck at customs, aimed at curbing gray market imports to Russia.

Mar 6, 2026

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