#Lada_models

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These are new cars without mileage The Lada.Online resource published interesting information that a warehouse was discovered in Poland where forgotten Ladas are stored. [caption id="attachment_85466" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Ladas[/caption] Users posted photos of VAZ cars of the tenth family, which are being prepared for loading onto car transporters in the city of Lodz. We are talking about “new” cars without mileage that have been sitting in a warehouse for many years. However, the further fate of these machines remains unknown. A warehouse with forgotten Ladas of the tenth family was discovered in Poland The tenth generation VAZ family was produced at AvtoVAZ until 2007. Then, until 2014, the VAZ-2110 was assembled under license from AvtoVAZ vehicle kits at the Bogdan Corporation automobile plant in Cherkassy under the Bogdan brand. If these cars are imported from Russia, then they are at least 16 years old. If they are from Ukraine, then their age is at least 9 years.

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The plant has already received molds for the production of parts for the Iskra project Despite the fact that the production of Lada Iskra has been postponed from 2024 to 2025, the Volzhsky Automobile Plant is systematically working on this project. Thus, as the public Avtograd News reports, VAZ has already received molds for the Iskra project, with the help of which it will independently produce various plastic components. [caption id="attachment_85381" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Lada Iskra[/caption] “ VAZ Plastic Products Production (PPI) has received molds for the Iskra project, manufactured in a friendly eastern state. The car plant will produce bumpers, instrument panels, door cards and other plastic components necessary for the production of the new model ,” insiders said. Lada Iskra, let us remind you, is another compact B-class car. In the future, Granta will become history, and the much more modern Iskra will completely replace it.

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It turns out that the problem occurs when several Lada Vesta NG are standing next to each other An interesting video has appeared on the Bashkort Auto YouTube channel demonstrating another problem with the Lada Vesta NG: a completely new car, prepared for delivery to the buyer, did not want to start when pressing the Start-Stop button. More precisely, it started every other time. [caption id="attachment_83989" align="aligncenter" width="770"] AvtoVAZ[/caption] The dealer had several of these cars, all new. The car was delivered with discharged batteries, and a version appeared that this was the case. But it turned out that the problem arises in unusual conditions: when Vesta NG is surrounded by other Wests. AvtoVAZ, please replace this Start-Stop button with a regular ignition key https://youtu.be/MQntdCwJd-4 As the seller managed to find out, when several Vesta NG are standing next to each other (and this is a typical situation for a dealer), failures occur when starting by pressing the Start-Stop button due to the fact that the cars “communicate” with each other. As soon as the Vesta NG is parked alone, the car starts without problems. “ AvtoVAZ, please replace this Start-Stop button with a regular ignition key - and that’s it, there won’t be any problems ,” the seller complained. Previously, there were already complaints about the operation of the Start-Stop button, but we quickly found out that the key must be in a certain place for the system to work. Now another condition for the successful launch of Vesta NG has become known: it is very desirable that there are no other such cars in the immediate vicinity.

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The head of AvtoVAZ promised to assemble the first batch of e-Largus by the end of the year AvtoVAZ President Maxim Sokolov said that the company produces a new car every 26 seconds. The words of the top manager are quoted by Avtostat. [caption id="attachment_83223" align="aligncenter" width="670"] AvtoVAZ[/caption] “ Although, of course, problems have arisen in connection with this [sanctions] , but we are solving them. Every 26 seconds, one new car rolls off the production lines of the enterprise, and each of them finds its buyer ,” said Maxim Sokolov. He added that the company, despite the sanctions, will fulfill all obligations, including by the end of 2023 it will assemble the first pilot batch of e-Largus electric vehicles. And mass production of these cars will begin in 2024. AvtoVAZ produces a new car every 26 seconds Details about the experimental batch of e-Largus appeared in the “Russian Automobile” Telegram channel. It turns out that AvtoVAZ has only 30 bodies that can be turned into ready-made e-Largus. At the same time, it is not clear what to do with them, because they are not certified. Perhaps they will simply be used to develop production technologies. Maxim Sokolov said that mass production of e-Largus will start in 2024, but not everything is clear about the production volume of the electric car: everything will depend on demand. “ Production volumes depend on demand, and this, in turn, depends on the support of buyers from the Russian government. After all, this electric car is localized to the maximum extent possible in Russia, and we expect that such support will be significant ,” said Maxim Sokolov.

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Paint applied to bodies with defects After the manufacturers of imported enamels BASF and PPG left Russia, the color palette of AvtoVAZ cars was reduced to almost one color - white. Now the company is gradually trying to solve the problem, but it doesn’t always work out well the first time. The Telegram channel “Autostream” writes about this. [caption id="attachment_83072" align="aligncenter" width="770"] AvtoVAZ[/caption] AvtoVAZ painted twenty Niva SUVs in three new colors – the entire batch was “wasted” “ According to insider information, AvtoVAZ recently, in an effort to expand the color palette of cars, tested 20 Niva Legend bodies with Chinese paints and varnishes in new shades (Platinum, Coriander, Borneo). The paint on the Niva’s body was defective, so the entire trial batch was “wasted ,” reports Autopotok. At the same time, the same paint worked well on the Granta and Vesta models - several cars were assembled in the Platinum color. Problems with the paint still remain, but with ABS everything has already been resolved: serial production of Niva Legend and Niva Travel with a Russian-made anti-lock brake system has begun.

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The head of the company announced this AvtoVAZ will resume production of all Lada Vesta models and Niva family SUVs with Euro-5 engines in December 2023, as stated by company president Maxim Sokolov on the sidelines of the Transport of Russia forum. “During December 2023, AvtoVAZ will restore Euro-5 standards on all Vestas. And both Nivas will be Euro-5 during December, plus they will receive ABS,” said Maxim Sokolov. [caption id="attachment_82748" align="aligncenter" width="780"] AvtoVAZ[/caption] AvtoVAZ will resume production of all models with Euro-5 engines - already in December 2023 Lada Niva Travel today is produced with an 80-horsepower 1.7-liter engine that meets the lower Euro-2 eco-standard. AvtoVAZ had to switch to it due to sanctions in 2022, when it was decided to assemble “anti-crisis” versions of the concern’s models. The return of Euro-5 to the Lada model range began on September 1 of this year; such engines returned to the Lada Granta models. It was previously reported that AvtoVAZ may significantly increase prices for all Lada cars in order to be able to produce new models.

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Price increase may reach 12% New Lada cars in 2024 may rise in price by 12%, as stated by independent automotive industry consultant Sergei Burgazliev, who added that all models will rise in price. “Next year AvtoVAZ will continue to raise prices for its cars. Given a stable situation in the country and in the economy, Lada models may rise in price by 10–12%, or even more, over the entire year. This will affect all company cars. This year, the auto giant changed price tags several times, and in total prices rose by approximately 15%,” said Sergei Burgazliev. Today the Lada Granta costs from 700 thousand rubles, and the new Lada Vesta - from 1.24 million rubles. Thus, in 2024, cars may become more expensive by 70 and 124 thousand rubles, respectively. [caption id="attachment_82735" align="aligncenter" width="780"] AvtoVAZ[/caption] AvtoVAZ may significantly increase prices for all Lada cars in order to be able to produce new models. Burgazliev added that the plant continues to depend on imports, and due to the depreciation of the ruble, suppliers of auto components from China are constantly raising prices. At the same time, AvtoVAZ plans to launch new models. “Of course, you can endlessly sell a 50-year-old Lada Niva, but we need investment in new models. Where can I get them? Ask the government, take out loans, or try to earn money yourself. The third option is most acceptable for AvtoVAZ,” the specialist added. Sergei Burgazliev was the one who at one time reported about the sale of the Volkswagen plant in the Kaluga region, about the problems of the first batch of Lada Vesta NG, about the resumption of the flow of Japanese cars to Russia and a shift in emphasis to small-displacement models, about the assembly of BAZ trucks at the former Toyota plant, about that AvtoVAZ wants to get into the segment of large sedans with the Lada Aura model, hoping for the government procurement segment.

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The project turned out to be unviable Evgeny Shmelev, First Executive Vice President for Strategy and Technical Development at AvtoVAZ, explained why the Duster project turned out to be unviable. After the restructuring of the Renault Group business in Russia, as a result of which the company's assets were transferred to AvtoVAZ with a buyback option, the issue of resuming production of some Renault models, in particular the Duster, was considered. [caption id="attachment_82640" align="aligncenter" width="780"] AvtoVAZ[/caption] AvtoVAZ explained why the Lada Duster was not released “We immediately realized that we simply would not make the Duster with all-wheel drive - either everything was blocked, or under the threat of blocking the supply of components. And “Duster,” according to statistics, was sold in Russia for more than ninety percent with 4x4, so making a “Duster” without all-wheel drive in the form of just a light crossover, dragging all the equipment and investing in further replacement of components, did not make any sense,” said Evgeniy Shmelev . Earlier, the Motor1 resource published high-quality images of the new generation Renault Duster crossover.

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AvtoVAZ will free Lada Niva Travel from strange sounds Russian automotive giant AvtoVAZ has launched a service campaign for Lada Niva Travel SUVs due to identified suspension deficiencies. This was reported by the thematic publication Lada Online with reference to the order sent by the company to Lada dealerships.  [caption id="attachment_82561" align="aligncenter" width="780"] AvtoVAZ[/caption] AvtoVAZ will free Lada Niva Travel from strange sounds The problem is strange clicking noises when moving back and forth with the wheels turned out. When the owners of such Niva Travel contact the Lada dealership, the car will be diagnosed, in particular, the tightening torque of the nut securing the lower arm axle of the front suspension will be checked. If insufficient tightening torque is detected, the nut is tightened as required.  All necessary work will be performed free of charge upon your first visit to the auto center, for example, during scheduled maintenance. 

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The main plant concentrates production of various versions of Lada AvtoVAZ is getting rid of components and parts for Renault cars that were stored in pilot production. The insider public Avtograd News writes about this. [caption id="attachment_82457" align="aligncenter" width="780"] AvtoVAZ[/caption] « Pilot industrial production of VAZ. Now spare parts and components left over from the former shareholder of Renault are being removed here. Cleaning and preparing areas for further production, roof repairs. Next year, the VIS-Auto company, which produces special vehicles based on Granta and Niva, should move here from the Central district of Togliatti ,” writes Avtograd News. AvtoVAZ gets rid of Renault components [caption id="attachment_82458" align="aligncenter" width="680"] AvtoVAZ[/caption] VIS-Auto produces commercial vehicles based on AvtoVAZ serial models, mainly delivery vans and pickups. Thus, the production of various versions of Lada is concentrated at the parent company.

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During two years AvtoVAZ plans to release four new models in the next two years, which was confirmed by company president Maxim Sokolov. In two years, the following cars will appear on the plant’s assembly line: the Lada Aura business sedan, the Lada Iskra mass-produced passenger car, the e-Largus electric car and the C-class urban crossover based on the Vesta platform. The first three models should appear next year, and the crossover is expected in 2025. Earlier, Evgeny Shmelev, First Executive Vice President for Strategy and Technical Development at AvtoVAZ , said that developing a car on the Vesta platform does not mean that it will be the same car. [caption id="attachment_82364" align="aligncenter" width="780"] AvtoVAZ[/caption] AvtoVAZ will release four new Lada models: the head of the company confirmed the timing Serial production of the updated Lada Vesta NG started in March 2023, and in August Lada Largus left the assembly line. Currently, production is being transferred to Izhevsk, where it is planned to release the first experimental batch of e-Largus electric vehicles by the end of this year. In addition, the company continues to produce Vesta, Largus, Granta and Niva cars. In 2022, Lada sales amounted to 188.6 thousand, which is 46% less than in 2021. Yesterday it became known that AvtoVAZ will discontinue the Lada Granta model, which is the most popular and affordable model of the brand. It will be replaced by the Lada Iskra, which will be produced in three versions: sedan, station wagon and cross-station wagon.

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U2 company limited plans to start production in Ghana AvtoVAZ has found a new base for expanding the production of Lada cars, as reported by RIA Novosti. A company from Ghana, U2 company limited, has received a license to sell LADA cars and is currently actively negotiating with representatives of AvtoVAZ regarding the localization of production in Ghana. The Chairman of the Ghanaian-Russian Business Development Council, Lawrence Auku-Boateng, confirmed this information, noting that dialogues are currently underway with Russian partners. [caption id="attachment_82357" align="aligncenter" width="780"] AvtoVAZ[/caption] AvtoVAZ will expand Lada production in another country This is not AvtoVAZ’s first step in the African region. Earlier, in early autumn, the automaker signed a contract to produce Lada cars in Ethiopia. It is planned that production there will begin in the near future, and the vehicles will be supplied not only to the domestic market of Ethiopia, but also to other African countries, including Sudan, South Sudan, Kenya and Somalia. In July, it was reported about the concern's plans for partner assembly of Lada cars in Algeria, as well as negotiations on the supply of cars to other African countries, such as Ethiopia, Ghana, Nigeria, Morocco and South Africa.

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It will be released in 2025 Evgeniy Shmelev, First Executive Vice President for Strategy and Technical Development at AvtoVAZ, spoke about the company’s new models, in particular mentioning the Vesta-based crossover. He stated that AvtoVAZ is focused on the development and production of cars on the Lada Vesta platform, since it is controlled, that is, it has a high percentage of localization.  He clarified that developing a car on the Vesta platform does not mean that it will be the same car. Lada B-Cross does not resemble Vesta at all. Details have emerged about the new AvtoVAZ crossover [caption id="attachment_82192" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Lada B-Cross[/caption] He added that the design concept of the Lada B-Cross was recently approved by AvtoVAZ President Maxim Sokolov. The release of the crossover is expected approximately in 2025. This does not mean that it will be Vesta. This is the car we just looked at - the B-Cross - it doesn’t resemble Vesta at all.

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AvtoVAZ will not get rid of such an affordable car The information that has appeared that AvtoVAZ is stopping sales of the Lada Granta in the basic Standard configuration for 699,900 rubles is not true. On Thursday, the press service of the Russian automaker denied this information, calling it “fake.” A company representative emphasized that the package for 699,900 rubles remains available on the company’s website. [caption id="attachment_81232" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Lada Granta[/caption] Lada Granta remains as cheap as possible: information about a sharp increase in price turned out to be fake On Wednesday evening, the Telegram channel “Kupi-Lada Lada in Togliatti” disseminated information that AvtoVAZ is removing the Standard equipment from the LADA Granta, which will lead to an increase in the minimum recommended retail price of the model to approximately 850,000 rubles. However, as of Thursday, November 9, the Lada Granta sedan in the basic Standard configuration remained available both on the AvtoVAZ website and in the official price list for the model, without any changes. The press service emphasized that the price for basic versions of LADA models remains unchanged, and, for example, Lada Granta can still be purchased at a price below 700 thousand rubles. It also became known that any current Lada model can now be purchased at a discount under the updated state program of preferential car loans, which reduces the cost of the “basic” Granta sedan to 559,920 rubles.

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But it’s not easy to buy such a car, since the production volume is still very small As the insider public Avtograd News reported, black Lada Vesta NG appeared at VAZ dealers. But these are still “rare birds”. [caption id="attachment_81213" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Lada Vesta[/caption] VAZ dealers now have Lada Vesta in a new color “ Vesta cars in black have reached dealers, they are immediately sold out, few of them come off the assembly line, about one in ten, the rest are white. The price of this car [pictured above] with additional options is 1 million 925 thousand rubles, Techno equipment ,” Avtograd News reported. According to the official price list, the Lada Vesta NG Techno costs 1.786 million rubles. So the overpayment for the copy shown in the photo will be 149 thousand rubles. An alternative to the regular black Vesta is Lada Vesta Sportline Black, but it is even more expensive .

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Aura and Iskra are expected to be released in 2023 AvtoVAZ President Maxim Sokolov shared additional details about the plans of the Russian automobile giant during the Barcamp 2023 “National Technological Revolution 20.35”. According to the top manager, in the next two years we can see a crossover on the Lada Vesta platform.  [caption id="attachment_80911" align="aligncenter" width="780"] AvtoVAZ[/caption] The President of AvtoVAZ confirmed a crossover based on Lada Vesta in the next two years Sokolov told reporters: Next year we plan to launch new models. This is Lada Aura, a car (Lada) Iskra on a new global domestic platform... And in the two-year period (planned to launch) there will also be a crossover based on the Vesta platform.  Sokolov also recalled that the mass production of the new generation Lada Vesta started in March 2023, and the Lada Largus was launched in August, and now Largus production is being transferred to the plant in Izhevsk. By the end of 2023, the first test batch of electric Largus (or e-Largus) will be released in Izhevsk, and mass production is planned for 2024.