The supply of spare parts for foreign-brand cars in Russia has rebounded to a significant portion of demand as parallel imports begin to fill gaps left by sanctioned supplies. Industry insiders indicate that current stock levels reach roughly half to eighty percent of what the market needs, a figure derived from discussions with three major automotive distributors who participated in the review.
Increased availability is largely tied to parallel import channels, which have helped ease shortages after disruption in traditional supply lines. Yet, the market is far from perfect. Delivery speeds remain inconsistent, and the reliability of supply routes can still shift without warning. Some parts continue to be hard to source, though the broad trend suggests the situation is gradually stabilizing.
Warehousing activity has picked up with a more systematic stock-building approach. Auto components are beginning to be accumulated in storage facilities, and some parts are projected to last four to six months under current consumption patterns, according to the Avtomir Group representatives.
Parallel import opportunities are still being explored and expanded. Industry voices emphasize that this space has not yet been fully leveraged, as per a spokesperson from a national dealer association.
Spare parts are now arriving for vehicles across a wide range of brands that have halted operations in the country, including names such as Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, Lexus, Toyota, Ford, Honda, Volvo, Nissan, Skoda, Renault, and Volkswagen, among others. The cumulative supply appears adequate for the moment, though regional variations may exist.
On the supply mix, some components remain tight: body parts, fasteners, electronic elements, and specific engine components—like the block, pistons, connecting rods, liners, and sensors—can become scarce at times. This uneven availability reflects ongoing adjustments in logistics, production schedules, and the global flow of replacement parts.
Pricing for parts obtained under parallel import arrangements has risen modestly, typically by about 10-15 percent compared with February levels. Early on, price increases were more pronounced as markets recalibrated, but prices have since begun to stabilize as supply chains adapt and the channel network matures. This stabilization is helping shops manage customer expectations and plan maintenance cycles with a clearer sense of cost.