The Ulyanovsk Automobile Plant continues to broaden its collaboration with South American markets, signaling a steady push to expand its international footprint. Officials indicated that by the close of 2023, a minimum of one hundred Russian-built sport utility vehicles would find new homes in Bolivia, reflecting a concrete milestone in the company’s regional growth strategy and its willingness to diversify export routes beyond traditional markets.
In a notable development, Bolivia emerged as the first foreign distributor to shift away from the U.S. dollar in its purchasing terms, opting to settle vehicle transactions in rubles. This decision underscores Bolivia’s openness to innovative payment arrangements and highlights the evolving trade dynamics that can accompany bilateral automotive partnerships between Russia and South American nations.
As a reminder, UAZ has faced targeted European Union sanctions since June 2022, a factor that continues to shape its international sales framework. In Bolivia, the model lineup remains inclusive, with the Hunter, Patriot, Profi, and SGR offered for sale, while Lada Niva also holds official import status. This broadens the choice available to Bolivian customers and reinforces the country’s role as a key market within UAZ’s outbound strategy.
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Source: Russian cars