The Moskvich automotive plant announced its approval of raising the recycling fee on imported cars. The information came through the company’s press service, signaling a shift in policy that could influence the domestic market landscape.
With the aim of safeguarding local automakers, the new recycling fee is designed to bolster the share of Russian producers. When paired with a broader package of government support measures, this step is expected to help Moskvich accelerate its production pace and expand output. Officials say the strategy will pave the way for fresh models that the market is eagerly awaiting, reinforcing the domestic industry’s capacity to respond to demand.
The recycling fee for cars in Russia is set to rise starting August. The new rates anticipate a significant jump, with prices for qualifying vehicles increasing by a factor of 1.7 to 3.7. The higher fee will impact legal entities that import new and used cars into the Russian Federation, as well as businesses that import cars for resale. Consumers acquiring vehicles through these channels may notice the price adjustments as the policy takes effect.
Cars imported by individuals for personal use are projected to remain unaffected by the price increase, at least under the current framework, creating a clear distinction between assorted import pathways and their financial implications.
Dmitry Rogov, who previously led RogovMobil, a company known for coordinating turnkey car deliveries from South Korea, Europe, and Japan, remarked that the escalation in the scrap rate will hit the market hardest for cars valued up to two million rubles. His assessment emphasizes how the policy could shape consumer decisions and dealer strategies in the near term, particularly for mid-range vehicles. The broader context includes ongoing government actions intended to stimulate domestic production while balancing consumer costs, a dynamic that industry observers are watching closely, especially in a market with evolving import patterns and tariff structures. (Source: Moskvich press service)”