The Moskvich plant is outlining a future path that includes exporting its vehicles, according to statements cited by RIA Novosti from Oleg Maslyakov, who serves as the plant’s production manager. The firm emphasizes that international sales are a consideration, but the immediate focus remains on strengthening presence within Russia’s own market. Maslyakov notes that once the essential steps of building a robust dealer network and stabilizing local production are firmly in place, discussions about exporting will move higher on the agenda. This staged approach reflects a careful, phased strategy that prioritizes domestic demand first, while leaving open the option to expand beyond borders as manufacturing scales and distribution channels mature. [Source: RIA Novosti]
Moscow’s administration revived the Moskvich brand’s car production in mid-May 2022, with assembly activities conducted at a Renault facility that has since been incorporated into the city’s balance sheet. This move marked a significant reopening of a historic brand within the Russian automotive landscape and underscored the city’s role in guiding the company’s re-emergence. The collaboration with the Renault plant provides the base for local assembly, logistics, and eventual product diversification, all aligned with broader regional industrial goals. [Source: RIA Novosti]
Currently, the Moskvich lineup includes the Moskvich 3 crossover, the Moskvich 3e electric vehicle, and the Moskvich 6 sedan. The Moskvich 6 began production in September, though at the time of reporting sales had not yet commenced, signaling a measured approach to product introductions and market testing. The range demonstrates the brand’s commitment to offering a mix of traditional petrol and electric powertrains, catering to evolving consumer preferences while navigating regulatory and infrastructural considerations in Russia. [Source: RIA Novosti]
Earlier reports highlighted a landmark deal in which a world-leading contract was signed for the supply of 2,000 Moskvich-3 electric cars to Yandex taxi fleets and car-sharing services in 2023, an agreement witnessed by Moscow’s mayor Sergei Sobyanin. The order underscored the brand’s potential in urban mobility solutions and demonstrated the integration of Moskvich vehicles into shared transportation networks. [Source: RIA Novosti]
In addition, there have been announcements regarding alternative models entering the domestic market, including statements about a four-person variant of Voyah Dream arriving at a price point around 17 million rubles. This context reflects the competitive environment and the variety of options within the broader Russian automotive market as Moskvich positions itself alongside other domestic and foreign brands. [Source: RIA Novosti]