Sevastopol State University has introduced an innovative adaptive air suspension system for the Krym roadster along with the software that runs it, a development announced by the institution itself. The system is designed to adjust automatically to diverse road surfaces, blending performance with comfort in a way that mirrors the needs of modern, dynamic driving. The suspension offers five distinct height settings, ranging from 5 to 17 centimeters, enabling the vehicle to shift from low, aggressive stance to higher clearance as road conditions demand. SevGU described the roadster as capable of serving as both a race car and a crossover, underscoring the versatility enabled by this adaptive technology [Source: SevGU press release].
According to engineering specialist Ivan Mishin from the Automobile Transport Department, the air suspension can be operated in both manual and automatic modes. Drivers can choose a height setting for each axle, tailoring the vehicle’s stance to the moment’s needs or to the road condition at hand. This dual-control approach provides a flexible user experience, whether one seeks precise, hands-on tuning or automatic optimization for comfort and stability on varied surfaces [Institute communications].
Experts highlight the project as a standout because it is a locally developed solution that relies on native components and purpose-built software. The developing team emphasized the flexible software architecture, designed to be configurable and easily optimized as hardware and driving requirements evolve. To date, the university notes that no other automaker in Russia has publicly released a production model featuring adaptive air suspension, signaling a notable contribution to the domestic automotive tech landscape [University statement and technical brief].
Additionally, there is talk this spring of a broader, small-scale production plan for a domestic roadster named “Crimea.” The envisioned two-seater convertible, with an output of roughly 98 to 136 horsepower, would be built atop the Lada Granta platform. The project aims to offer a more accessible price point for the Russian market, with estimated costs in the 1-1.5 million rubles range, positioning Crimea as a potential entry in the compact performance segment [Market briefing and university notes].