Russia

Japanese carmaker Nissan has announced plans to enter Russia's light commercial vehicle market. According to industry sources, the company is preparing to launch the NP300 pick up... 2008-04-18

Japanese carmaker Nissan has announced plans to enter Russia's light commercial vehicle market. According to industry sources, the company is preparing to launch the NP300 pick up... 2008-04-18

Russia's largest automotive producer, AvtoVAZ, has reported a 20.2% increase in domestic car sales for the first quarter of 2008. According to industry sources, AvtoVAZ sold 144,700... 2008-04-07

Russia's largest truck maker KAMAZ continues to pursue its policy of establishing strategic alliances. According to sources familiar with the company, KAMAZ is considering the possibility... 2008-04-02

Company sources say General Motors is bidding to sell more than 300,000 cars in Russia this year. The carmaker operates under five brands in the country, including Opel, Chevrolet... 2008-03-20

French carmaker Renault and AvtoVAZ of Russia have concluded the deal whereby Renault will obtain 25% plus one share in AvtoVAZ for US$1bn. Renault beat out the likes of General Motors,... 2008-03-03

Industry majors operating in Russia continue to capitalise on the momentum they have already gained in the fast-growing market. In line with recent developments, Ford has begun producing... 2008-02-25

Japanese truck maker Hino is bidding to tap the opportunities for growth available to foreign companies in Russia's commercial vehicle sector. According to industry sources, Hino... 2008-02-19

Russian vehicle maker AvtoVAZ has given its domestic rivals a reason to cheer. The company has reported a 6.2% increase in sales for 2007, taking the number of units sold to a record... 2008-02-11

Russian truck maker KamAZ has earmarked investment of US$1.5bn for development over a four-year period up to 2012. According to company sources, the figure is the minimum amount the... 2008-02-01