Behind the Wheel: Comprehensive Auto Magazine Roundup 2022-2023

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“Behind the wheel” No. 12/2022 is:

ZR MOMENT

  • Electric cars in Russia: where do the batteries come from
  • Cars from Kazakhstan: what to watch for
  • Volvo EX90 electric crossover, anniversary UAZ-469 and other fresh releases
  • Beushki from Japan and new import rules explained
  • Grand Prix “Behind the wheel” 2023: we are heading there

ZR PREMIERE

  • Crossover Omoda C5 – why it stands out against Chery
  • Streamlined UAZ Patriot for modern use
  • Electric Skywell ET5: intriguing yet premium priced
  • Evolute i-Pro from Lipetsk: first voyage impressions

ZR ACTIVE

  • Parallel import: what is being moved, warranty basics and future outlook
  • Wrong color choices on imported cars
  • Why car conversions to petrol may be fading
  • Contract motorcycles: to purchase or pass

ZR TEST

  • Nissan Leaf from Germany: left-hand drive, low mileage, aging battery

ZR EXPERT

  • Is a ground switch necessary? A careful comparison of top options
  • Radar detectors and DVRs: how they are built
  • ZR research: windshield washer pumps; networked refrigerant heaters
  • Learn to avoid accidents with smarter driving habits
  • Buying a battery: large capacity or compact unit
  • How venting the gas tank works in practice
  • Everything about engine oil: burn characteristics, filters, and replacing imported with domestic options

ZR SOURCE

  • Choosing second-hand: Peugeot 308 and Mitsubishi Pajero Sport
  • Geely Coolray and Volvo XC40 show differences, but some hardware is shared
  • Second-hand Ford Focus III
  • New Grant or used Vesta for the same budget
  • Sedans around 600 thousand — from Lada to Toyota
  • Park ZR: Peugeot Traveler with front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive

Like:

  • GAZ-3302 GAZelle: was it a closer look at the Transit?
  • Tuning Russian SUVs two and a half decades ago: bold moves and big impact
  • Kangaroo 84 electric micro truck
  • Lada Niva Cube – roomy enough for nine people

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