The Automobile Services Association has urged the EAEU Economic Commission and the Russian Ministry of Industry and Trade to require foreign auto companies to share access to Russian-built cars. The request covers not only components and services but also technical information about vehicles sold in Russia.
Through coordinated efforts with domestic firms, there is a push to establish in Russia the production of substitute spare parts for foreign vehicles and to carry out comprehensive restoration of components that were improperly dismantled. The document underscores that today the country faces a difficult situation in preserving the vehicle fleet in a safe and healthy condition. Urgent steps are needed to document existing repair and restoration facilities that can introduce newly manufactured and refurbished car parts into the spare parts market. The aim is to assemble capable businesses into a single program in a short timeframe.
The association notes that in Europe, a system of contract auto parts supply known as autoshrota, along with rebuilders, is fairly common. It proposes adding a clear requirement for automakers operating in the Russian market to the technical regulation on the safety of wheeled vehicles.
Alexander Pakhomov, chair of the board of the Automobile Services Association, explains that if proper documentation is provided, local production of these elements becomes feasible with a supportive stance. He notes that if this had been done 15 years ago, spare parts could have been produced in a manner similar to manufacturing done in China.
Foreign companies have placed goods in Russia that are useful to them, often leaving only assembly work. Deeper production has rarely shifted beyond basic technology because machinery has been reconfigured from abroad via the internet, he adds.
Russian companies could adjust a range of auto parts locally, including suspension components such as springs and shock absorbers, engine and transmission parts, braking system elements, filters, and cooling system components.
Any manufacturer distributing its products in Russia, including those from Korea, South Africa, Turkey, European nations, and the United States, should supply local spare-parts manufacturers with documentation for the manufacture of wear parts, additional devices, and diagnostic tools, according to Unity.
The Ministry of Industry and Trade has long aimed to fill the market with goods and previously gave the green light to auto manufacturers and their official dealers. But the current situation has shifted, according to Pakhomov.
Socialbites.ca sought comment from the Ministry of Industry and Trade regarding possible measures to support manufacturers of alternative spare parts in Russia and the requirements for automakers to disclose technical information. At the time of publication, no response had been received.
The procedure for deep restoration of automotive units operates within partnerships between specialized companies and automakers. When it comes to producing components, a broader search for large suppliers in non-sanctioned nations is advised, according to industry experts.
It is logical to require automakers to acquire refurbishment technology. Such practices exist globally, but Russia has not always seen explicit obligations, notes Igor Morzharetto, a motorist, in a discussion with Socialbites.ca. Regarding production, there is a case for engaging experienced manufacturers. Some countries have not objected to relations with Russia in the past, Morzharetto adds.
Decoded insights show that refurbished parts are already produced in Europe by automaker-approved partners, including parts that are no longer in production. An independent automotive consultant, Sergey Burgazliev, explains that unauthorized copying of original parts without the automaker’s consent could signal intellectual property concerns. A formal route remains the preferred path to secure and civilized outcomes that protect manufacturers and users alike.
Civil repair conducted in collaboration with the automaker is generally preferable to unregulated repairs, even when performed by capable local companies.
[Citation: Socialbites.ca] The discussion reflects ongoing considerations about how to balance needs for accessibility, safety, and intellectual property in the Russian automotive sector. The conversations emphasize practical collaboration over workaround approaches, aiming to keep vehicles safe and road-ready while supporting legitimate domestic manufacturing capabilities.