Students from Togliatti State University proposed several enhancements for Lada vehicles, as reported by Lada Online. One key idea involves applying a laser treatment to the camshaft surfaces to reduce wear and extend part life, particularly focusing on the hardening effects associated with laser-processed areas.
The proposal suggests using grey cast iron for the camshaft to enable laser whitening of the cam heads. The report notes that white cast iron offers high hardness and superior abrasive wear resistance, which could improve the durability of the cam system.
Additionally, students recommended adding acrylic threads in the interior lighting of Lada models and implementing a battery charge status monitoring system. This feature would alert the driver to potential battery issues before they become critical.
Earlier this year, owners of Lada Vesta NG began receiving notices urging them to visit an official Lada service center to inspect the automatic transmission. In these checks, technicians measure the oil level in the designated transmission unit. If the oil level falls below the normal range, the service team may remove the transmission pan to search for debris or needle-shaped chips. When such chips are found, a replacement transmission could be required.
All inspection and service work under these notices is provided at no charge to the owners. At present, the CVT available for Lada Vesta is paired with a 1.8-liter engine producing around 122 horsepower.
Earlier communications indicated that AvtoVAZ had begun mass production of the Lada Vesta, featuring a notable security system as part of its design and offering.