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Changan vs BMW: The Chinese Car Beats the German Sports Car
The new Changan Uni-V is preparing to launch sales in Russia and has already made a big name for itself. In the "moose test&q ...
0 stars for Toyota — amazing crash test result
We are talking about the Toyota Starlet hatchback, which is the "twin" of the Suzuki Baleno, which is sold in South Afri ...
Geely surprised by the price of the updated Coolray
The Chinese brand has declassified the cost of the restyled car, and it turned out to be lower than that of its predecessor. ...
5 Tank 700 features that few people know about
Carbon fiber from the factory The carbon body kit is installed directly on the assembly line (we are talking about the Edition On ...
Toyota's sales in Russia have doubled. Which models are in the top?
Autostat summed up the results of the first four months of 2026. In January-April, 9,708 new Toyota vehicles were sold in Russia. ...
New Monjaro i-HEV with fuel consumption under 5 liters per 100 km
Geely has officially unveiled the new Monjaro. Not the regular one – the hybrid version (i-HEV). The main highlight isn' ...
The idea of lowering the non-penalized speed threshold to 2-3 km/h has made a lot of noise
It all started with an interview with Mikhail Kizlyk, head of the Moscow data center. He stated that modern cameras have long reac ...
Tank 500 gets a black special edition in China. It's called Black Warrior
Limited run: only 500 units. Price starts at 365,000 yuan (~$50,000 USD). Two hybrid configurations: Hi4-T – 2.0 ...
"Tanks" are becoming more luxurious.  The new Tank 700 is amazing.
Great Wall Motors has unveiled the updated Tank 700 2026, and now it's not just a frame SUV, but a full-fledged premium flagsh ...
"Yandex. Auto is preparing a new multimedia AI platform
So far, the system will debut as a prototype at the Beijing Auto Show on April 24, but its capabilities already show where the ind ...
Toyota's net profit in Russia approached 3 billion rubles
By the end of 2025, Russian Toyota Motor LLC made a net profit of 2.85 billion rubles, which is 15.8% more than a year earlier (2. ...
Will the mandatory labeling of spare parts hit your wallet?
Since 2026, mandatory labeling of auto parts in the Honest Sign system has been introduced. Each part will receive a unique code ( ...
Is Toyota in crisis in the world, and Russia is experiencing record growth?
While global sales of the Japanese auto giant are creeping down, the Russian market is showing incredible dynamics. According to t ...
How the conflict in the Middle East will affect oil prices
Mikhail Martynov (managing director of service station networks) predicts a growth of several percent with conventional logistic ...
A test of the updated TANK 400. He understands it perfectly!
The Autonews team tested the updated Tank 400 and shared their findings. The Tank 400 has taken the "golden mean" in ...
TANK 300 START OF RUSSIAN PRODUCTION
The press service of Great Wall Motor Rus officially confirmed that production of the model will begin at the Avtotor plant in Kal ...
Updated MONJARO and JOLION
Dealers have received two new items. We understand what brands offer.   Geely Monjaro Luxury Engine: the same rel ...
The head of the Great Wall company becomes an ambassador and a plagiarist
On March 5, the Wey brand announced that Great Wall chairman Wei Jianjun has personally become the ambassador of the new V9X cross ...
Geely has launched a front-wheel drive version of the Atlas with a 1.5-liter engine
What's under the hood? 1.5-liter turbocharged gasoline engine, 147 hp, 270 Nm, 0-100 km/h acceleration in 9.7 seconds, ...
Great Wall has announced the premiere of a new Tank super hybrid
The group's CEO, Wei Jianjun, posted a video of a mysterious SUV under a blanket, calling it a "luxury flagship." Wh ...
Avto.ru tested 11 hybrid models and found the leaders
Plug-in hybrids are booming in Russia. Manufacturers promise a range of over 1,000 km, comfort, and fuel economy. But what's t ...
45 days of sleep on autopilot. How a drunken Aito M9 owner tried to "outsmart" the system
The owner of an Aito M9 decided that autopilot equals personal driver. He got into the passenger seat while intoxicated and fell a ...
A new era - The Toyota Highlander has become an electric car
A familiar silhouette? Only now he's driving without gas. Toyota has shown the fifth-generation Highlander - and it has change ...
Nissan is bringing back the idea of a solar-powered car
On Clean Energy Day, the Japanese showed the concept of the Ariya crossover with solar panels on the hood and roof. Their total ar ...
Exeed has issued an official response to rumors of system failures in winter.
What happened? Previously, several sources reported that Exeed vehicles could suddenly deactivate key systems due to low temper ...
Goodbye, light green! Meet the new, more brutal Jetour T2
Sales of the updated Jetour T2 have started in Russia! The company has made the crossover more stylish and restrained, and we know ...
Chinese cars and Russian winter – who will win?
Experts have revealed whether modern Chinese models are prepared for extreme cold. Great progress: Brands have made significant ...
Rumor or fact? The iconic Coolray may be returning!
Geely has received certification for the SX11-A6 crossover, which corresponds to the latest restyling of the Geely Coolray for the ...
For the sixth year in a row, TOYOTA leads the world auto parade!
The Japanese giant set a new all-time record in 2025, selling 11.3 million vehicles worldwide. And for the sixth year in a row, it ...
Обязательное возвращение кнопки SOS в ваш автомобиль. Минпромторг меняет правила
Starting April 1, 2026, mandatory installation of the SOS button in cars imported into the Russian Federation may return. The Mini ...
AI INSTEAD OF TRAFFIC POLICE? CAMERAS WILL START CAPPING TRAFFIC VIOLATIONS AUTOMATICALLY
The State Duma is proposing to implement a system that will automatically detect dangerous driving. The idea is that existing c ...
Germany launches the future: self-driving cars in urban transport (and it was not without China)
Germany, as one of the main trendsetters of the global automotive industry, once again confirms its status. The KIRA project is ac ...
Will the global auto giants return to Russia? GAC on the new reality of the market
According to Yang Xiaolin, Deputy General Director of GAC Motor Russia, today it is extremely difficult to predict which brands ma ...
How will gasoline prices change in 2026?
What happened in 2025 Last year was significant: gasoline prices rose almost twice as fast as inflation, even despite the inter ...
In St. Petersburg, they came up with charging for electric cars, which mines cryptocurrency
How does it work? The owner of the electric car connects to the station and pays for charging, and in return receives a portion o ...
As of January 1, 2026, the recycling fee in Russia has been indexed
What's changed? The recycling fee increases annually by 10-20%, but a key change occurred back in late 2025. Now, the calcula ...
The new Toyota RAV4 is already in Japan. Hybrid for 2.37 million rubles!
Technical specifications: Engines: 2.0L petrol + CVT, 2.5L hybrid (front/all-wheel drive); options: 5 options (X, G, Z, S- ...
Geely Monjaro in the new version for Russia
Geely Monjaro has received a new top-end version of the Flagship SE, which is already available to authorized dealers. The pr ...
Yandex Maps has come up with a solution for GPS problems
What's new? The service now has a step-by-step mode. Instead of the usual dynamic map, the route is shown as a sequence of man ...
Are all—season tires a universal solution or a hidden risk?
The name "all—season tires" sounds tempting: one set - and for the whole year. Economy, convenience, no fuss with ...
The new Geely for Russia passed a tough crash test and received 5 stars of trust
Geely is making a confident step into the Russian market — the Geely EX5 EM-i electric crossover has successfully passed the ...
Smart glasses for drivers from Lixiang
Built-in AI, Zeiss optics and Sony cameras turn the gadget into a stylish car remote control. They can be used by voice, at a ...
A new recycling plan has entered into force. Which cars will become more expensive to buy?
On December 1, updated rules for calculating the recycling fee came into force in Russia. Let's figure out in simple words wha ...
The Extreme Tank 300 Polar Edition has been tested in Antarctica!
At the Guangzhou 2025 Auto Show, the Tank debuted an extreme version of the SUV — the Polar Edition! This model was tested i ...
New generation Toyota RAV4!
The updated crossover received a noticeably redesigned front end — now it visually echoes the latest models of the brand. It ...
Tank 400 updates are on the way!
The Chinese SUV is entering the Russian market with expanded functionality—the model will now feature voice control, Yandex ...
Prices for the updated Tank 300 in Russia
The Tank brand has officially announced the cost of the updated Tank 300 SUV in the Russian market. The car is now available in fo ...
The new Toyota Hilux 9th generation
The pickup remained utilitarian with traditional engines — 2.8 L diesel and 2.7 L petrol. But now there is also a fully elec ...
Farewell, Geely Coolray! What's next for the Russian market?
The Geely Coolray crossover has disappeared from the website of the Chinese brand's Russian representative office. Geely ...
GWM Tank 500 HEV Black Edition is now in Malaysia!
The exterior of the car is now a symphony of black: the radiator grille is a deep matte shade, the laconic black logo, the updated ...
Great Wall Motor is surprising and breaking records once again!
In October, the company sold an incredible 143,100 vehicles, a 22.5% increase from last year and the best result in the brand' ...
Toyota on possible new products for Russia
Toyota does not currently have any plans to resume importing new cars to Russia, according to the press service of Toyota Motor LL ...
New recycling rules in Russia: Should we expect a price spike from 2026?
The increase in the recycling fee in Russia, which was discussed in September, is likely to be postponed to January 1, 2026. This ...
Small but full of character: Toyota has unveiled the new Land Cruiser FJ!
This compact SUV resembles its older brother, the Prado, with its similar retro-futuristic design. The front end offers a choice b ...
Geely blames Russian gasoline for the engine failure of its cars.
Engine problems were noted not only for the Monjaro model, but also for Geely Tugella and Coolray. The reason is that the level of ...
The new 3-liter GWM turbo diesel will be unveiled in May 2026!
Great Wall Motor is preparing to launch a powerful 3-liter diesel engine, which will be showcased in Australia for the first time. ...
A new stage for Tank 300 in Russia: production and fresh details!
The certification of the popular Tank 300 SUV, produced by the Avtotor holding company, is starting in Russia! The documentation f ...
The "ruin of dealers" due to recycling?
Lyudmila Ugarova, CEO of Obukhov Group of Companies, shared her alarming forecasts for the parallel import car market. With the ...
Meet the updated Tank 400 from Great Wall Motor, a new generation of off-road vehicles with hybrid power and updated styling!
This beauty has become even more aggressive in appearance: large polygonal LED headlights, an enlarged grille with chrome bars, an ...
Chinese cars in Russia have become more expensive to maintain!
Since the beginning of the year, the average price for a visit to a car service center for owners of Chinese cars has increased by ...
Tesla CCybertruck did not receive the highest award in the IIHS crash tests
In the recently published test results, the Cybertruck successfully passed the 40-percent overlap test at a speed of 64.3 km/h, wh ...
Jetour has created an amphibious vehicle
The Jetour Zongheng G700 is a large and powerful hybrid SUV with a length of 5,198 mm and a width of 2,050 mm, surpassing even the ...
Mercedes-Benz has applied for brand registration in Russia
The application was submitted in two versions at once: in English and Russian. The document was submitted directly by the parent c ...
Changan gives impressive discounts on cars in 2025
In September, Changan announced impressive discounts on several 2025 models on the Russian market. Many car dealerships have alrea ...
Top most stolen Chinese brands
According to AlfaStrakhovanie, in 2025, Chery Arrizo 8 sedans and Great Wall Poer pickups became the most stolen Chinese cars in R ...
Sales of Chinese cars have dropped significantly in Russia
In July 2025, 61,442 vehicles from China were sold, which is 18% less than a year earlier (74,578 units). In January–July, s ...
Great Wall Motor switches to a single strategy for Russia — One GWM
Now all the concern's brands represented in the country will have a common prefix: GWM Haval, GWM Tank, GWM Ora and GWM Wey. ...
Is Toyota secretly preparing a new brand for Russia?
The Japanese automotive corporation Toyota has unexpectedly applied for the registration of the Daihatsu trademark in Russia. The ...
Tank 500 2026 — live photos of the interior have emerged, and pre-orders are already open!
The exterior of the new model features a LiDAR sensor on the roof, enabling the operation of the advanced 3rd-generation driver as ...
Information About the New TANK 700 Hi4-Z Appears Online
Main technical feature — a 2.0T Plug-in hybrid powertrain with a maximum output of 185 kW and a 59.05 kWh battery. This allows the ...
New Versions of Camry, Land Cruiser 250, and 4Runner Already in Development!
Toyota is preparing for a major transformation of its lineup in the North American market. In 2028, the automaker will introduce u ...
The Tank 500 is back stronger: 877 horsepower, autopilot, and ultra-modern comfort!
The updated Tank 500 has been officially unveiled in China and is ready to conquer the roads with new features and record-breaking ...
Tank conquers Russia — over 50,000 SUVs sold already!
Great Wall Motor announces a significant achievement in the Russian market — since sales began in February 2023, the total n ...
Great Wall Tank: a new era of powerful SUVs with autopilot is just around the corner!
Great Wall Motors is announcing a revolution in the world of SUVs with the updated model lineups Tank 400, Tank 500, and Tank 700. ...
GWM TANK Conquers the Silk Way Rally: Triumphant Wins and Unmatched Reliability
The GWM TANK team delivered a stellar performance at the legendary Silk Way Rally, covering over 4,800 km across some of the most ...
Tank 400 Hi4-T 2025: Bigger and Stronger — Powerful Hybrid with Towing Capacity up to 2.5 Tons Coming Soon in China
The Chinese brand Tank, part of Great Wall Motor, is set to unveil the updated Tank 400 Hi4-T 2025. The new SUV has grown even lar ...
The Tank 500 DSL: a powerful diesel SUV is entering the Thai market.
Great Wall Motor has announced a diesel version of the popular body-on-frame SUV, the Tank 500, for the Thai market. Under the ...
Chinese SUVs Tank have pushed Mercedes and BMW off the premium car pedestal in Russia.
The Russian premium car market continues to change — and now the main players are no longer the familiar German brands, but Chines ...
Haval Expands in Russia: Large-Scale Auto Plant and Thousands of New Jobs
In the industrial park «Uzlovaya» in the Tula region, a large-scale project by the Chinese corporation Great Wall Moto ...
The Tank 500 Vanta — the most expensive and stylish "night" edition of GWM’s large SUV.
GWM has unveiled an exclusive version of its flagship hybrid SUV, the Tank 500, in Australia — the Vanta model with a fully blacke ...
New Land Cruiser Competitor Enters Russian Market: Tank 500 with 408 hp Hybrid
The Russian lineup of body-on-frame SUVs Tank 500 will soon be joined by a version with a plug-in hybrid powertrain producing 408 ...
Tank 400 sales soared 23 times over the year
In May 2025, the market for large body-on-frame SUVs in Russia grew by 12%, reaching 2,300 vehicles sold. The growth leaders were ...
The New Hybrid Tank 700 Hi-Performance Has Launched in Russia — 422 hp and 0-100 km/h in 5.9 Seconds
Great Wall has announced the launch in Russia of a new version of its flagship SUV, the Tank 700 — the Hi-Performance variant pric ...
New "Chinese Cars" Under the Microscope: The Transparent Sedan Chery Fulwin A8 Reveals All Its Secrets!
 Chery surprised car enthusiasts by presenting the affordable hybrid sedan Fulwin A8 with... a transparent body! At a present ...
GAC and Yandex: Smart Cars with “Yandex Auto” Coming Soon to Russia!
GAC and Yandex have announced a strategic partnership — GAC vehicles will now be equipped with the “Yandex Auto” platform, special ...
GWM Tank 500: Key Updates — New Grille, Improved Suspension, and Plug-In Charging
The Australian version of the large SUV GWM Tank 500 has received significant updates both aesthetically and technically. The firs ...
Chinese Cars Through the Eyes of Russians: Who Became the Best After Five Years?
Experts from "Bortzhurnal Auto.ru" analyzed reviews from Chinese car owners to determine which models proved to be the most stylis ...
Dealers vs. Online Sales: Who Will Sell the Cars of the Future?
Russian car dealers have approached the Federal Antimonopoly Service with a proposal to ban automakers and distributors from selli ...
New V6 Diesel Engine for Tank: China’s Answer to Off-Road Challenges
Great Wall Motor has officially confirmed that it is preparing a brand-new 3.0-liter V6 diesel engine for its top SUVs — Tank 500, ...
Tank 700 Hi-Performance: a powerful hybrid SUV is set to launch on the Russian market in summer 2025
  The Russian SUV market will soon be joined by a new version of the Tank 700 — Hi-Performance, which will become the f ...
Taxi Localization Law: Crisis or New Opportunities?
The media and social networks are actively discussing the taxi localization law passed by the State Duma. Starting March 1, 2026, ...
Automakers vs. Black PR: The Battle for Reputation in the Age of Social Media
Chinese automakers are joining forces to combat a wave of black PR. According to local media, brands such as BYD, Li Auto, Zeekr, ...
**New Toyota RAV4: Three Hybrid Versions and Updated Design**
Toyota has officially unveiled the sixth generation of the RAV4, which is now available exclusively in hybrid versions. The manufa ...
Toyota RAV4 2025: new design and powerful hybrid engine coming soon!
Toyota is set to unveil the new generation RAV4 on May 21. Judging by the first images, the crossover features a large grille, an ...
Chinese electric vehicles have overtaken Toyota, Volkswagen, and Hyundai — facts and figures.
Japanese company Toyota has acknowledged that Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers are rapidly outpacing their European and Japa ...
Trump “crashed” Toyota’s profits: the auto giant suffers billions in losses
The Japanese company Toyota Motor forecasts a 34.9% drop in net profit in the 2025 fiscal year due to high import tariffs imposed ...
Chinese Cars in Russia: Sales Decline and Challenges in 2025
The Russian market for Chinese cars has faced a significant decline. The increase in the recycling fee and the high key interest r ...
Car Prices for New Vehicles in May 2025: What Can Russian Buyers Expect?
Experts are confident that in May 2025, there will be no sharp changes in the Russian new car market. Sales remain stable but sign ...
Chinese Cars Through the Eyes of Owners: What They Like and What Disappoints?
AI analyzed reviews from owners of popular Chinese cars in 2023 from the "Bortzhurnal" and identified both strengths and weaknesse ...
Which gasoline is truly needed for a modern car: understanding AI-92, AI-95, and AI-100
  Choosing gasoline for modern cars is not just a matter of following the manual, especially when it comes to turbocharged ...
Toyota is preparing the biggest deal of the century: \$42 billion for Toyota Industries.
Toyota Motor is considering acquiring its key auto parts supplier, Toyota Industries, for a record $42 billion — nearly 40% ...
The Updated Tank 300 Won't Be Coming to Russia — The Reason Will Definitely Surprise You!
At the Shanghai Auto Show, the Tank brand unveiled a facelifted version of the Tank 300 SUV featuring a completely redesigned inte ...
Replacement for the Camry? Toyota Unveils the New bZ7 Electric Sedan
Toyota unveiled the new bZ7 electric sedan at the Shanghai Auto Show, which is larger in size than the popular Camry model. Th ...
The updated Tank 300 has become even more impressive — Hook Road new version
Представлена версия Tank 300 Hook Road с портальными мостами и двигателем V6 мощностью 353 л.с. На Шанхайском автосалоне был предс ...
Toyota has finally completed the updates to the Land Cruiser 300 — PREMIERE COMING SOON
The SUV is now equipped with a powerful hybrid system, similar to the one used in the Toyota Tundra. Increased power and re ...
Chery Tiggo 7: What makes it unique?
The Russian division of Chery has shared details about its new model—the Tiggo 7L. This "extended" crossover not only features a l ...
"Everyone notices you in this car": KAN AUTO introduced the powerful TANK 400 SUV
"The TANK 400 is a solid and reliable vehicle, perfectly suited for travel, comfortable city driving, and business meetings," shar ...
The 2025 Toyota Camry has been unveiled
The car has become more intelligent, received a touch-sensitive steering wheel, and has significantly decreased in price. At launc ...
Toyota is preparing to return to the Russian market with the Camry and Celica
Toyota is preparing to return to the Russian market, with priority models being the Camry and Celica, while others will follow lat ...
THE ARRIVAL OF NEW BRANDS IN RUSSIA PROMOTES HEALTHY COMPETITION — EXPERT OPINION
Automotive industry expert Alexander Dorofeev reported that in the coming years, around nine new Chinese car brands may appear on ...
Toyota will offer a free replacement of the 3.5-liter V6 engines in Russian Land Cruiser 300 models
Toyota’s division, LLC “Toyota Motor,” has initiated a recall campaign for Land Cruiser 300 vehicles sold in Russia. The reason is ...
Why do the Japanese change their engine oil every 5,000 km?
Many people notice that used cars and contract engines from Japan are usually in excellent condition, even with mileage of 200,000 ...
The End of the Electric Vehicle Era: China Turns Away from Electric Transport
In recent years, China has actively developed electric vehicles, aiming for more environmentally friendly transportation. However, ...
Toyota announces the revolutionary Corolla 2026
The famous Toyota Corolla is set for a major update in celebration of its 60th anniversary. In 2026, the Japanese automaker w ...
Replacement for the Toyota Camry
At an event in Moscow organized by the GAC brand, the GAC Empow model was presented, which belongs to the C-segment (although Chin ...
Mass production of the Haval H7 has started in the Tula region!
The first batch of vehicles is already ready. Sales are expected to start in spring 2025! Quality comes first: a new robotic ...
Toyota returns to Russia!
Japanese automaker Toyota has officially announced its return to the Russian market with the Land Cruiser Prado and RAV4 models. ...
Updated Great Wall Poer Now Available for Sale
The pickup has undergone changes both externally and internally. The main updates are under the hood. Previously, the model was ...
Toyota met with Russian dealers to discuss its return to the market
The company organized a closed meeting for former Russian dealers in Dubai. Toyota covered business-class flights and hotel acco ...
Armored TANK 500 Now Available in Russia
A unique invincible SUV is now on sale. Armored Tank 500 sales have started in Russia at a price of 17.5 million rubles. This SU ...
Updated Tank 300 2025
The Tank 300 SUV sold in Russia has undergone significant changes both inside and out. Great Wall Motor has introduced the updated ...
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