Disabling additional functions on foreign cars will not entail serious consequences for Russian drivers. said “360” TV channel, vice president of the National Automobile Association Yang Haytseer. Previously, the Izvestia newspaper reported that the functionality of applications of Western automakers was no longer able to remotely unlock car doors, start them, see the remaining fuel, etc. It reportedly limited it for Russian users.
“There will be no tragedy. Basically, it’s mostly found on premium brand cars, so this isn’t a very common story. It’s just going to be a little irritating for those who are used to it,” Heitzeer said.
He stated that we are only talking about restrictions, only Mercedes has completely shut down its system so far. The rest of the brands support legacy systems and the impact of the app on cars sold.
According to him, car owners will be able to adapt to new conditions. For example, they will be able to use additional programs to update the service scheduling, but perhaps with a little delay, the expert believes.
“Yes, you may not be able to download this app on a new device, new gadgets as before. Banks as an application of sanctions. About the same, probably here. There will be no tragedy,” Heitseer concluded.
Earlier, it was reported that the largest shortage of cars among popular foreign cars in Russia. still To the French Renault. A similar situation is observed in South Korean brands Kia and Hyundai, but not so severely.