A traffic incident unfolded on the Moscow Ring Road when a freight truck collided with a taxi moving in the opposite direction, according to a report from the Capital Ministry of Transport disseminated via its Telegram channel. The notice describes a crash on the outer side of the 84th kilometer of the ring road, shortly after the intersection with Altufevskoye Highway. City authorities say road service teams are on scene, working to manage the situation and ensure safety for travelers.
In footage released by the Ministry of Transport, the moment the heavy truck strikes the reversing taxi is visible. The truck then strikes the roadway barriers and capsizes. At the time of reporting, there was no information about injuries, though the official release indicates that the traffic flow in the affected area was not severely disrupted. The agency’s account emphasizes that the move into and out of the crash site did not create a heavy congestion pattern.
Earlier, in Lyubertsy, a North Caucasian taxi driver was involved in an incident where a shooter allegedly opened fire after a dispute with a security guard who was guarding a barrier. Police reportedly detained the assailant following the confrontation. The incident underscores ongoing concerns about roadside security and driver safety in busy corridors. (Source attribution: Moscow transport authorities via official Telegram channel)
Separately, industry news notes that AvtoVAZ is considering increasing the production of the most affordable models in its lineup, signaling potential shifts in supply and pricing that could influence consumer access to entry-level vehicles. (Source attribution: industry press and company announcements)