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Sales of Evolute branded electric vehicles in Russia fell by 28.4 percent from September to October, according to a report from TASS citing the company’s press service. The numbers reflect a market that has seen varying demand for domestically produced electric cars as the year progresses.

For the period January through October 2023, registrations reached 1,546. By the end of October, only 136 Evolute electric vehicles were registered, indicating a slower uptake for the brand despite ongoing production and domestic assembly efforts described by officials at the company (TASS).

Evolution Motors, under which Evolute operates, assembles its cars from a Chinese Dongfeng platform at the Motorinvest plant located in the Lipetsk region. Production at this site has been underway since 2022, marking the company’s strategic step to localize electric vehicle manufacturing in Russia as a way to reduce dependence on imports and to support domestic industry amid evolving market conditions (TASS).

News prior to this update indicated that the company planned to begin producing the Evolute i-Jet crossover at Motorinvest in November. The model is equipped with a traction battery rated at 80 kilowatts, delivering a stated driving range of up to 483 kilometers on a single charge. The vehicle’s electric powertrain is rated at 585 horsepower, giving it strong acceleration potential within its segment. At fast charging stations, the i-Jet can replenish its battery from 20 percent to 80 percent in about 42 minutes. The exact market price for the i-Jet remains undisclosed as of the latest statements (TASS).

In the broader context, this move aligns Evolute with other regional manufacturers expanding local assembly capabilities to better serve the domestic market, including the introduction of updated models and the expansion of charging infrastructure that supports longer distance travel and greater reliability for owners in Russia. For readers in Canada and the United States, the evolution of localized production channels can influence supply dynamics, potential export opportunities, and regional pricing strategies—factors that often shape consumer expectations in North American markets as well (industry reports and market coverage cited to TASS).

Additional industry coverage notes that the electric vehicle segment in Russia has faced a mix of policy shifts, consumer interest, and infrastructure development. As brands balance production costs with domestic demand signals, the role of cross-border partnerships and vehicle platform sharing continues to be a relevant topic for automotive observers across North America. The forthcoming November production start for the i-Jet marks a notable milestone for Evolute, signaling ongoing investment in electric mobility and domestic manufacturing capacity, even as monthly registration numbers illustrate a cautious market response (TASS).

Chery, another player in the broader electric vehicle space, recently introduced updates to the Little Ant electric model, underscoring a competitive landscape where multiple brands are adapting to a rapidly changing market. While this note focuses on Evolute, readers may benefit from watching how different automakers adjust to consumer demand, charging standards, and incentives that can influence adoption in both Russia and markets abroad (industry coverage cited to TASS).