In Russia, a forthcoming report to President Vladimir Putin will outline the progress of the policy directing civil servants to favor domestic automobiles. This update reflects the ongoing administration’s plan to audit the transition from imported vehicles to domestically produced ones across government ranks. Source: Kremlin press service.
Since August 2020, the leadership has urged officials to prefer Russian-made cars, with a subsequent directive emphasizing that state employees should primarily use domestic vehicles. The responsibility for implementing the order rests with the government, the presidential administration, and regional governors, all coordinating to align fleet choices with national industry goals. Source: Kremlin press service.
According to the President’s Administration, a total of 105 Lada Vesta cars have been acquired to replace aging foreign models. Retired imports are slated for auction, and the proceeds are to fund the purchase of new vehicles and related equipment. Plans for expansion of the models list in the current year have been announced, aiming to broaden the domestic fleet options available to government agencies. Source: Kremlin press service.
The presidential administration oversees the federal state budget institution Auto Transport Plant, which provides motor vehicle services to the highest bodies of state power, ensuring that fleet maintenance and logistics meet official standards. Source: Kremlin press service.
LADA Vesta, a family of Russian mid-size cars produced by AvtoVAZ, has been offered in sedan form since September 25, 2015 and in wagon form since 2017. The leading model in the family is the OH 025270-66 LADA-2180 sedan, replacing the earlier LADA Priora lineup. As part of the fifth generation of LADA passenger cars, Vesta began sales on November 25, 2015 and has been among the top sellers in certain years, reflecting consumer demand and export potential. Source: Kremlin press service.
Historically, AvtoVAZ explored the feasibility of using prison labor in manufacturing processes, a development that has drawn attention to the broader social and economic implications of state-linked automotive procurement. The company and national authorities have since focused on improving labor practices and supply chain transparency as part of ongoing industrial policy. Source: Kremlin press service.