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1.2 million VAZ-2107 cars persist in aging Russian vehicle fleet1.2 million VAZ-2107 cars persist in aging Russian vehicle fleet
1.2 million VAZ-2107 cars persist in aging Russian vehicle fleetAbout 1.2 million VAZ-2107 cars, production of which ceased over ten years ago, are still in use in Russia, reflecting a general trend of an aging vehicle fleet.
Ufa drivers demand government action on gasoline pricesUfa drivers demand government action on gasoline prices
Ufa drivers demand government action on gasoline pricesDrivers in Ufa have voiced their concerns over increasing gasoline prices, with many calling for government intervention.
How to Buy Premium Chinese Cars on Favorable TermsHow to Buy Premium Chinese Cars on Favorable Terms
How to Buy Premium Chinese Cars on Favorable TermsAn official dealer is offering favorable loans and trade-in programs for EXEED brand vehicles at the Avtograd center in Tyumen this January.
A Second Life for 'Old Ladies'. Novosibirsk Puts Early 2000s Japanese Cars Back on the RoadA Second Life for 'Old Ladies'. Novosibirsk Puts Early 2000s Japanese Cars Back on the Road
A Second Life for 'Old Ladies'. Novosibirsk Puts Early 2000s Japanese Cars Back on the RoadWe assess the scope of work needed to restore these cars, identifying their weak points and the most expensive repairs required to get them running reliably.
Kazakhstan Proposes High Waste Fee on Russian Cars in RetaliationKazakhstan Proposes High Waste Fee on Russian Cars in Retaliation
Kazakhstan Proposes High Waste Fee on Russian Cars in RetaliationKazakhstan plans to introduce prohibitive waste disposal fees for cars imported from Russia and Belarus, responding to similar measures by Moscow.
Traffic jams move to the center of St. PetersburgTraffic jams move to the center of St. Petersburg
Traffic jams move to the center of St. PetersburgNew road closures in central St. Petersburg have caused dense traffic jams, while traffic on the Ring Road has been restored.
Covered in Rust: Two Abandoned Cars Found in Kalininsky DistrictCovered in Rust: Two Abandoned Cars Found in Kalininsky District
Covered in Rust: Two Abandoned Cars Found in Kalininsky DistrictTwo cars showing signs of being ownerless were discovered in the Kalininsky district of Novosibirsk. Their owners have ten days to remove them.
St. Petersburg's Western High-Speed Diameter Sets New Trip RecordSt. Petersburg's Western High-Speed Diameter Sets New Trip Record
St. Petersburg's Western High-Speed Diameter Sets New Trip RecordThe Western High-Speed Diameter in 2025 reached a record traffic level, exceeding 79 million trips. Compared to 2024, the increase was more than two million.
Drone-damaged car compensation in Rostov Oblast starts in MarchDrone-damaged car compensation in Rostov Oblast starts in March
Drone-damaged car compensation in Rostov Oblast starts in MarchAuthorities in Rostov Oblast will begin accepting applications for compensation for cars damaged by drones in March. The payment procedure was approved at the end of last year.
‘It’s scary to drive’: Omsk residents avoid car repairs‘It’s scary to drive’: Omsk residents avoid car repairs
‘It’s scary to drive’: Omsk residents avoid car repairsThe head of a car service network explains why residents are delaying vehicle maintenance to save money.
Rostov Oblast launches compensation scheme for drone-damaged carsRostov Oblast launches compensation scheme for drone-damaged cars
Rostov Oblast launches compensation scheme for drone-damaged carsAuthorities in Rostov Oblast will start taking applications in March for compensation for vehicles damaged by drones. The payment scheme was approved at the end of last year.
Daytime traffic jams in St. Petersburg reach 7 pointsDaytime traffic jams in St. Petersburg reach 7 points
Daytime traffic jams in St. Petersburg reach 7 pointsThe road situation in St. Petersburg worsened sharply on the afternoon of January 27, reaching the level of the evening rush hour. The cause was a section of the closed Ring Road.
Petersburg Traffic Jams Reach 5 PointsPetersburg Traffic Jams Reach 5 Points
Petersburg Traffic Jams Reach 5 PointsBy 1 p.m. on January 27, traffic jams in St. Petersburg increased to 5 points, two points above the usual level. The worst congestion was on southern approaches to the Ring Road.
St. Petersburg Ring Road blocked, traffic jams formSt. Petersburg Ring Road blocked, traffic jams form
St. Petersburg Ring Road blocked, traffic jams formA section of the Ring Road is closed to traffic, leading to multi-kilometer traffic jams on approaches to the south of the city.
Bolshoochtinsky Bridge Closed from City CenterBolshoochtinsky Bridge Closed from City Center
Bolshoochtinsky Bridge Closed from City CenterIn St. Petersburg on the morning of January 27, traffic jams formed at the entrance to the Krasnogvardeysky district. The Bolshoochtinsky Bridge was closed from the city center side, and Piskarevsky Prospekt is heavily congested.
Frosts in Ufa Drive Up Demand for Car Heating ServicesFrosts in Ufa Drive Up Demand for Car Heating Services
Frosts in Ufa Drive Up Demand for Car Heating ServicesThe 'winter fairy tale' continues as frosts in Bashkortostan test motorists, with cars failing to start and drivers seeking heating services priced from 2,500 rubles (about $28) in Ufa.
Car Repair Revolution: Restore Accident Damage in One DayCar Repair Revolution: Restore Accident Damage in One Day
Car Repair Revolution: Restore Accident Damage in One DayMotorists in Chelyabinsk have found an effective alternative to traditional painting — pre-painted body parts ready for installation.
New JAECOO J7 Conquers Russian RoadsNew JAECOO J7 Conquers Russian Roads
New JAECOO J7 Conquers Russian RoadsThe new JAECOO J7, a dynamic SUV featuring advanced design and ADAS safety systems, has been introduced in Rostov, Russia.
What happens when a car runs on UNI Premium fuelWhat happens when a car runs on UNI Premium fuel
What happens when a car runs on UNI Premium fuelAuto experts disassembled and inspected the engine of a vehicle consistently fueled with UNI Premium to assess its condition.
Recycling Fee Drives Car Price Hikes, Even for LadasRecycling Fee Drives Car Price Hikes, Even for Ladas
Recycling Fee Drives Car Price Hikes, Even for LadasIn January 2026, a sharp rise in the recycling fee has led all car brands to increase prices or cut discounts, with even domestically produced Ladas affected.
Even Ladas Get More Expensive as Scrappage Fee Sparks Price HikesEven Ladas Get More Expensive as Scrappage Fee Sparks Price Hikes
Even Ladas Get More Expensive as Scrappage Fee Sparks Price HikesAll car brands in Russia have increased vehicle prices or reduced discounts. The changes, driven by a higher government scrappage fee, have forced widespread price list updates.
Film-star 1974 Nissan Cedric for sale in VladivostokFilm-star 1974 Nissan Cedric for sale in Vladivostok
Film-star 1974 Nissan Cedric for sale in VladivostokA 1974 Nissan Cedric, a business-class car featured in 'Moscow Does Not Believe in Tears' and Japanese dramas, is being sold in Vladivostok in excellent condition.
Ring Road and Murmansk Highway to be closed on January 27
Ring Road and Murmansk Highway to be closed on January 27On January 27, restrictions for freight transport will be introduced in St. Petersburg and Leningrad Oblast, and traffic will be temporarily completely closed on several sections of the Ring Road and the Kola Highway.
Moscow hosts legal and spectacular teen drift competitionMoscow hosts legal and spectacular teen drift competition
Moscow hosts legal and spectacular teen drift competitionA 13-year-old Moscow resident named Timofey Kolobov won the youth drift competition at the second stage of the RDS Winter Cup in Moscow.