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NewsChina trade crisis leaves Russia’s spare parts market in turmoil
The Russian aftermarket is in disarray with customers of Chinese brands waiting up to six months for repairs because of the shortage of spare parts
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NewsRussia faces a shortage of Chinese automotive imports as sanctions intensify
Chinese parts and vehicle makers are concerned about secondary sanctions and payment problems related to exports to Russia
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NewsChinese finished vehicle exports to Russia in jeopardy
China-made vehicles are flooding the Russian market and Avtovaz’s parent company Rostec is calling for a curb
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NewsRed Sea crisis resurrects China-Europe rail freight transit through Russia
State-owned Russian Railways says its expects cargo flows to rise by 30-40% this year against last year’s volumes, based on a healthy Q1
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NewsRussia cracks down on parallel imports through EEU
Parallel imports account for roughly 15% of the Russian vehicle market but new rules that apply from the beginning of next month will significantly increase the sales price
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NewsMercedes-Benz Group cuts ties with Kamaz in Russia
Mercedes-Benz Group has finally sold its 15% stake in Russian truck manufacturer Kamaz to an unnamed buyer following the cessation of cooperation in February 2022
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NewsAvtovaz looks for ro-ro capacity to strengthen vehicle exports
Russian carmaker Avtovaz is looking to boost production through exports abroad in 2024, with a target of 25,000 vehicle shipments in 2024
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NewsCapacity and driver shortages push up logistics costs in Russia
Car buyers in Russia are having to pay more for their vehicles because of costs passed on by carmakers faced with soaring logistics costs
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NewsContainerised vehicle deliveries by rail from China to Russia are on the rise
More Chinese exports to Russia are now being shipped by rail, including containerised electric vehicles moved by Russian Railways, which are likely to increase over the next year
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NewsRussian carmakers braced for turbulence as US sanctions promise to bite
Russian carmakers Avtovaz, Moskvitch and Sollers are being targeted by US santions that could further disrupt the inbound supply of parts
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FeatureChinese vehicle exports keep Russian vehicle logistics afloat at sea – and by rail
Russia has become the top destination for Chinese vehicle exports, but vehicle logistics are a challenge, leading to new delivery methods, including cars in containers.
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NewsFormer VW plant in Russia reported to be acquired, assemble kits from Chery
The plant’s new owner is reportedly in final stages of negotiations to assemble kits from China’s Chery
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NewsMeilin Auto unveils plans to begin sales to Russia
China’s Meilin Auto has become the first foreign dealer outside the Commonwealth of Independent States to register a subsidiary in Russia, which could set a precedent to bolster sales in the country
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FeatureWeathering the storm from the east
The Ukrainian conflict has had a profound impact on the inbound parts and finished vehicle logistics sectors in central and eastern Europe but carmakers and suppliers have shown resilience and bounced back quickly
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NewsChinese automakers surge amid western withdrawal from Russian market
Analysts at last week’s ECG Spring Congress looked at the rise in Chinese vehicle exports to Russia in the wake of the withdrawal of western carmakers following the start of hostilties in Ukraine
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NewsRussian parts shortage will stop Avtovaz assembly in May
The Russian carmaker will have to halt operations at its Togliatti plant for three weeks in May because of parts shortages caused by the wave of delocalisation that followed Russia’s invastion of Ukraine
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NewsTurkey suspends automotive re-export to Russia
Turkey is reported to have halted the passage of sanctioned goods to Russia, including finished vehicles and automotive parts, which his adding additional pressure to the automotive supply chain in the country
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FeatureA Russian market close to catastrophe
One year since Russia invaded Ukraine the consequent sanctions taken by global companies combined with the exodus of European businesses have shattered the manufacturing base
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NewsAvtovaz looks for more capacity despite supply disruption
Russian OEM Avtovaz says it will make cars at the former Nissan plant in St Petersburg, despite ongoing supply problems that have have frustrated its existing production volume
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FeatureVehicle imports to Russia increase despite legal grey zone
Russian logistics companies are using third parties to move vehicles from Europe, through Iran and across the Caspian Sea into Russia.