AvtoVAZ Adjusts Lada Vesta Options Amid Airbag Shortages
AvtoVAZ, the Russian carmaker behind the Lada brand, has started equipping certain Lada Vesta family models without airbags as a temporary…
Visuva Tank Update: Krasnoyarsk Team Details New Tracked Off-Roader
A small, dedicated team from Krasnoyarsk unveiled a fresh concept for the updated Visuva Tank, a tracked all-terrain vehicle built to handle…
Novosibirsk Banking Group Expands with Volkswagen Group Finanz Acquisition and Russian Leasing Reorganization
A banking group based in Novosibirsk, JSC TsK, has expanded its footprint through the acquisition of Volkswagen Group Finanz LLC, which was…
Fines for Dirty Headlights and License Plates: Safety, Penalties, and Trends
In Russia, penalties can be issued for headlights and license plates that are not clean. A close reading of recent statements by a prominent…
Kamensk-Uralsky Traffic Leadership Resigns Amid Road Safety Controversy
In Kamensk-Uralsky, the head of the State Traffic Inspectorate stepped down in the wake of a road-safety scandal that sparked widespread…
American car brands often cost more to maintain than many rivals, study finds
America’s car brands commonly carry higher maintenance costs than many rivals, a trend highlighted by Aleksey Ruzanov, who serves as the…
Lada Vesta SW Sportline: Sporty Wagon Arrives with Bold Black Package
AvtoVAZ is expanding its lineup with the Lada Vesta SW Sportline, a sporty wagon that has arrived at select showrooms. This update comes from…
Russia’s Dangerous Driving Bill Faces Clarity Hurdles and Penalty Debates
Lawmakers Debate Penalties and Clarity in Russia’s “Dangerous Driving” Proposal The State Duma did not approve the bill that would introduce…
Tesla Recalls 2.2 Million Vehicles Over Small Dashboard Font, Signals Scrutiny
In a broad recall action that spans multiple models, Tesla has announced plans to inspect and repair around 2.2 million vehicles. Reports from…
St. Petersburg Traffic Incidents: Officials, Protocols, and Public Perception
In St. Petersburg, a notable incident unfolded when traffic police inspectors detained the head of the information and communications…