RJ for the first time launched a service to send cars from Vladivostok to Moscow by car carriers as part of passenger trains, reported In the Far Eastern Railway press service.
The test shipment of two car carriers from Vladivostok to Moscow as part of a passenger train began on 2 March. Four such shipments are planned for March. The shipping cost depends on the make and dimensions of the car. Delivery time to final destination is 8 days, considering the loading time.
Special wagons can carry up to four cars or eight motorcycles. Inside, it is equipped with fire and burglar alarm systems, as well as vehicle attachments. Russian Railways noted that the service will operate continuously if requested.
Previously reportedIn 2022, Russia took the first place in the purchase of used cars in Japan. Used car deliveries from Japan to the Russian Federation, according to the Japan Used Car Exporters Association grew up In 2022, it increased by almost 32% compared to the previous year.