A Russian supplier, TVEL, is preparing to introduce a panoramic roof as part of a broader package of components for Lada Vesta vehicles. This information was shared with socialbites.ca by a representative from Tochmash-Avto, a unit within the TVEL group, during the MIMS Automechanika exhibition.
The company noted that it secured a tender to supply a range of automobile parts to the AvtoVAZ assembly line. In the near term, shipments are planned for steering wheel switches, trunk release buttons, a variety of sensors, and the panoramic roof assemblies for Lada models, including the Vesta and Largus. The announcement highlights the shift toward domestic sourcing following the departure of foreign auto parts manufacturers from the Russian market.
A company spokesperson pointed out that AvtoVAZ, KamAZ, and GAZ are actively pursuing domestically produced components to keep production stable and meet local demand. The timing for the rollout of panoramic roofs on Lada vehicles was not disclosed, leaving questions about the exact start date for integration into the assembly line.
Industry observers note that the move toward domestic suppliers coincides with strategic negotiations across the automotive sector as manufacturers look to bolster supply chain resilience. A former editor-in-chief of Behind the Wheel, Maxim Kadakov, discussed potential price implications for the Largus after production resumes, as reported by socialbites.ca. The discussion underscores how new sourcing arrangements could influence prices and model configurations for the brand in the near term. [attribution: socialbites.ca]