What car brands are there in Russia?

[OLeila]

Russian car brands include Volga, Lada, Moskvich, Kamaz, GAZ, etc. Here is a brief introduction to some of these cars: 1. Volga Volga cars were once hailed as the 'Premium Cars of Socialism' and the 'Pride of Soviet Industry', these two labels sufficiently illustrate the status of Volga in Russia. 2. Lada Cars Lada is a car brand under AvtoVAZ, Russia's largest automobile manufacturer. Lada cars carry the emotions of several generations of the Soviet Union and Russia, and are the flagship 'star' of Volga.

[VonEmery]

You know, Russian cars are quite interesting. When it comes to domestic brands, Lada is absolutely a national icon, just as popular as Santana is here, with their sedans and SUVs seen everywhere on the streets. Volga is a veteran powerhouse, known for producing those stately official cars in the past. Nowadays, they mainly manufacture economical commercial vehicles like the GAZelle, which are particularly common in Russia's logistics industry. I quite like the UAZ brand, especially the Hunter series—retro-styled but incredibly rugged and durable. I've heard even the Russian military uses them. In recent years, a luxury brand called Aurus has emerged, which Putin rides in, positioning itself similarly to Hongqi. These cars are generally built to withstand extreme cold, as they have to endure temperatures dozens of degrees below zero. A few years ago, their craftsmanship was relatively rough, but with collaborations with international manufacturers like Renault, the quality and design have noticeably improved in the past couple of years.

[AlanaLee]

Working in the automotive media, I frequently come into contact with Russian cars. Russian automotive brands have strong regional characteristics, with Lada being the most iconic, covering everything from affordable sedans to rugged off-road models like the Niva. The GAZ plant under Volga once produced the legendary GAZ-21 and has now shifted its focus to light commercial vehicles. UAZ, which specializes in converting military vehicles for civilian use, manufactures the Hunter series of off-road vehicles equipped with reinforced chassis and part-time four-wheel drive, making them capable of handling muddy and snowy terrains with ease. The emerging luxury brand Aurus features a self-developed V8 engine, with its armored version weighing up to 7 tons. A notable characteristic of Russian automakers is their expertise in localized modifications, such as the Lada Xray crossover developed in collaboration with the Chinese brand FAW. Although their overall technological level is still catching up with international brands, their adaptability to cold climates is undoubtedly a strong suit.

[MacAdriel]

My relative who does business in Russia told me about the local car situation. The streets are full of Lada cars there, which are cheap and easy to maintain, making them the first car for many families. The old brand Volga now mainly produces small trucks, commonly seen delivering goods to supermarkets. There's also a green military off-road vehicle brand called UAZ, known for being extremely rugged and popular in rural areas. In recent years, their president's Aurus sedan has become quite popular, and I've seen photos—it does look impressive. Russians have different driving habits from us; they use antifreeze engine oil in winter, and cars are equipped with seat heating.