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URAL MOTORSPORT will take part in the Taklimakan Rally 2026.

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Source: Ural Automobile Plant – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

The URAL MOTORSPORT team confirms its participation in the 2026 Taklimakan Rally. The Russian drivers will compete in the T5 category in two trucks.

The URAL MOTORSPORT team officially announces its participation in the international Taklimakan Rally 2026, which will take place in China from May 16 to June 3. The competition will offer the team a unique experience in the extreme conditions of the desert and mountain ranges.

The total route length will be 8,000 kilometers across the sandy roads and dunes of the Tien Shan Mountains. The race will start in Urumqi and finish in Aksu. Of the total mileage, 4,200 kilometers will be high-speed special stages, where athletes will have to demonstrate maximum concentration and skill.

As usual, URAL MOTORSPORT will compete in the T5 category, fielding two racing cars. The drivers will face off against experienced competitors from the KAMAZ-master team and Chinese truck-class competitors. Organizers and experts expect a tense battle on the track – the showdown between these long-time rivals promises to be one of the most spectacular events of the rally.

Reference: The Ural Automobile Plant team has a rich history of competing in prestigious international rally marathons, including the Paris-Dakar and the Silk Way Rally.

The crews that will conquer the Asian tracks will be announced soon. Stay tuned for updates on the team's official websites.

URAL MOTORSPORT Team Principal Viktor Yakovlev: "Taklimakan is a new stage for us. It's a test of sorts for both the team's equipment and spirit. We know the desert and dunes are unforgiving, so we're preparing for them with the utmost care. I'm confident the spectators will see a real truck battle."

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SOLLERS Group launched the production of gearboxes for new models of the brand

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Source: Sollers – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

The SOLLERS Group has begun production of the Sollers SF5 and Sollers SF7 6-speed manual transmissions for light commercial vehicles. Production is being organized at the SOLLERS Transmission Production facility, based at the ZMZ industrial site. The new unit modifications are an evolution of the basic manual transmission versions, production of which began in 2024 with the support of the Industrial Development Fund. The expansion of the transmission model range was made possible by the flexibility of the production line and its rapid changeover.

"The Zavolzhsky Motor Plant site continues to develop as a center of excellence for the production of SOLLERS Group powertrains. In the near future, the plant will also begin serial production of manual transmissions and electromechanical transfer cases for the updated UAZ Patriot, Pickup, and Profi models," noted Albert Vazyansky, CEO of SOLLERS Transmission Production LLC.

SOLLERS Transmission Production currently produces 6-speed manual transmissions for the SOLLERS line of light commercial vehicles and pickup trucks, as well as for the UAZ Profi "Polutorka." The company also manufactures electromechanical transfer cases for SOLLERS pickup trucks. The RosALit foundry, located in the Volga region of the SOLLERS Group, also produces casting and machining of gearbox housings.

The SOLLERS Group's total investment in the development of the ZMZ industrial site since 2023, including the production of power units, transmissions, and foundry projects, has exceeded 3 billion rubles.

For reference: The Sollers SF5 (SF5) is a light commercial vehicle produced at the SOLLERS Alabuga plant since May 2025. The lineup includes all-metal vans, cargo-passenger versions, passenger buses, and chassis for special equipment. The Sollers SF7 (SF7) is a light commercial vehicle with improved load-carrying capacity and transport capabilities. Full-cycle production of this model will begin at the SOLLERS Alabuga plant in the second quarter of 2026.

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Alexey Besprozvannykh presented the SVO participants with the keys to cars manufactured by AVTOTOR.

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Alexey Besprozvannykh presented the SVO participants with the keys to cars manufactured by AVTOTOR.

Source: AVTOTOR – Avtotor motor vehicles – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

The official ceremony of handing over the technical rehabilitation equipment took place in Kaliningrad on March 26.

"This is the second time we've handed over the keys to specialized vehicles for veterans of the SVO at this venue, so you can travel more comfortably and affordably throughout our region. Providing these technical rehabilitation aids is one of the most important areas of support for our soldiers, an example of the combined efforts of the Fatherland Defenders Foundation and our business. The government, for its part, supported the acquisition of adaptive vehicles for the regional branch of DOSAAF. We will continue this program with AVTOTOR. We value your feedback after using the vehicles, so we can improve their technical specifications and expand their options for your comfort," Governor Alexey Besprozvannykh noted, addressing the soldiers.

BAIC U5 PLUS sedans with manual controls for people with disabilities were presented to three special military operation participants: Sergei Gavrilov, Armen Arakelyan, and Yuri Ilyin, who were seriously wounded while performing combat missions.

"The Fatherland Defenders Foundation has already donated over 400 vehicles to our defenders across the country. We've received support from driving schools, which provide retraining, and from our auto industry. And in our region alone, we've already donated six vehicles to seriously wounded veterans of the Soviet Military District," said Raisa Krivchenkova, head of the Fatherland Defenders Foundation's Kaliningrad branch.

Alexey Besprozvannykh noted that the development of specialized transport for people with disabilities will expand employers' opportunities to employ SVO participants and provide small and medium-sized businesses with the necessary personnel.

Ruslan Sadykov, President and CEO of the AVTOTOR production complex, expressed gratitude to the Fatherland Defenders Foundation and the Governor for their systematic work and emphasized that the vehicle lineup is expanding and the program is being further developed: "It's especially important that this ceremony is taking place today in the Kaliningrad Region—the home of AVTOTOR's production facility, where these vehicles are manufactured, adapted, and given a new social mission. It's crucial for us not only to produce these vehicles but also to create the conditions for people to confidently use them. Participating in such projects isn't just a production task, but part of our responsibility: to create modern, affordable, and adaptable vehicles that help people maintain mobility, independence, and quality of life."

Previously, AVTOTOR also produced a batch of manually operated vehicles—SWM G01 crossovers—at the request of the Fatherland Defenders Foundation. In 2024, Russian President Vladimir Putin supported the Fatherland Defenders Foundation's proposal to provide manually operated vehicles to veterans of the Second World War with severe amputees. The necessary amendments were made to the federal law "On the Social Protection of Disabled Persons in the Russian Federation." The manually operated vehicle is issued as a technical rehabilitation aid.

https://gov39.ru/press/402839/

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Sales of Sollers SF1 minivans have begun in Russia.

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Source: Sollers – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

SOLLERS announces the launch of sales of the seven-seat Sollers SF1 minivan. These passenger vehicles are available online and at Sollers dealerships, starting at 2,250,000 rubles. This seven-seat version of the popular Sollers SF1 model is a versatile solution for family travel and commercial passenger transportation. This model is included in the register of vehicles approved by the Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation for use as a taxi.

The ergonomic, spacious, and comfortable interior is designed for long journeys. The separate second-row seats offer an impressive range of longitudinal adjustment and are equipped with Isofix mounts for child seats. The three-seat rear bench seat folds 50/50, allowing for flexible cargo space management. The vehicle's 1.9-meter height allows for entry into underground parking, while its compact dimensions and ample glass area provide excellent maneuverability and visibility.

The Sollers SF1 (SF1) is equipped with a 1.5-liter turbocharged gasoline engine producing 136 hp. This reliable engine, with a timing chain drive, runs on AI-92 gasoline, meets the Euro-5 emission standard, and is paired with a five-speed manual transmission.

Even the basic configuration of the minivan offers a wide range of options: two airbags, ABS, disc brakes on all wheels, air conditioning, heated steering wheel, front seats, mirrors and washer nozzles, ultrasonic rear parking sensors, electric side windows and mirrors, a standard audio system, fog lights and LED daytime running lights.

Buyers of the Sollers SF1 (SF1) have access to six body colors: white, red, blue, as well as metallic colors – silver, dark gray, and black.

The new model is presented in Sollers dealerships and on online showcase priced from 2,250,000 rubles.

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The URAL MOTORSPORT team performed successfully in the Caucasus.

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Source: Ural Automobile Plant – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

This was the first truck trial competition in the Caucasus. The URAL MOTORSPORT team participated in this significant event, offering them an opportunity to showcase their vehicles to a new audience.

Truck trials in the Caucasus are just gaining momentum, and participating in such an event for the team is not only a competitive challenge but also a contribution to expanding the discipline's geographic reach. "This event was important for us in terms of expanding our geography and attracting a new audience. The competition also served as additional training for the crews and equipment testing before the upcoming, very busy season," commented URAL MOTORSPORT team manager Viktor Yakovlev.

The team fielded three vehicles, which occupied the entire podium. The Ural 8×8 crew of Nikolai Korolev and Vladimir Petelin took victory, while the Ural 6×6 crew of Sergey Shershnev and Ivan Bolotov took second place, and Alexander Sychev and Roman Makshantsev in a Ural 4×4 rounded out the top three.

The team's newest addition, the 6×6 Ural, attracted particular attention from spectators and experts. The sports car, presented at the competition, demonstrated high reliability and readiness for heavy use. Following the races, the vehicle will be further refined based on the lessons learned, but its readiness is already estimated at 90%.

The URAL MOTORSPORT team thanks the organizers of the "Tank Breakthrough 2026" motorsport competition for the high level of organization and the spectators for their support. The lessons learned will be taken into account in preparation for future competitions.

URAL MOTORSPORT team truck trial competition calendar:

April – “RFC URAL 2026” (Chelyabinsk region) June – “URAL Frontier” (Miass) June – Open Championship of the Republic of Belarus in Truck Trial (Republic of Belarus) October – “King of the Mountain” (Tver)

Photo by: Viktor Nesterenko

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Sollers and UAZ pickups will receive a protective body coating made of polyurea.

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Source: Sollers – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

A new chamber for applying a protective polyurea coating to the cargo compartments of Sollers ST6 and Sollers ST8 pickups, and in the future, to the UAZ Pickup, will begin operation at the SOLLERS Group's Ulyanovsk industrial site.

Commissioning work is currently underway at the production site, with the chamber launch scheduled for April 2026.

A new composition made from a modern elastomer material offers a high degree of resistance to mechanical impact, guaranteeing reliable protection and durability of the cargo compartment under the most challenging operating conditions. Polyurea provides waterproofing and anti-corrosion protection, shielding the metal from moisture, chemicals, and corrosion.

In terms of the combination of mechanical properties and chemical resistance, the new coating surpasses the Raptor polyurethane compounds used previously.

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The SOLLERS Group has begun production of seats for Sollers pickup trucks in Ulyanovsk.

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Source: Sollers – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

SOLLERS Group has launched a new production line for Sollers ST6 and ST8 pickup truck seats at the UAZ industrial site. The line's design capacity is up to 40,000 seat sets per year. AVTODOM served as the project's industrial partner. The line is a universal complex equipped with electronic equipment that actively monitors all production processes. Computer testing of each seat is performed at the final stage of production. The system verifies the correct tightening of all fasteners and automatically tests the electronics, including the operation of the heating system, adjustments, and heating elements. Assembly workstations are equipped with specialized tools, stations for steam treatment of upholstery, lubrication, and geometry testing of finished seats.

The new line's flexibility allows it to produce a full range of seat modifications for the Sollers ST6 and ST8 models. An expansion of the product line for the Sollers ST9 pickup truck is planned for the near future. The project involves Russian suppliers of soft foam cushions, seat backs, headrests, seat upholstery, and heating elements.

"The launch of seat production is an important step in the development of the SOLLERS industrial site in Ulyanovsk and, in particular, the Sollers product line. We are not only increasing the share of locally sourced components but also developing our own competencies and gaining flexibility in managing our product line," noted Nikolai Khodosevich, Purchasing Director at SOLLERS PJSC.

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URAL MOTORSPORT makes its debut on the tracks of the Caucasus.

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Source: Ural Automobile Plant – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

The event will take place from March 20th to 22nd in the picturesque, yet challenging, off-road surroundings of the Stavropol Krai. The main action will take place in the village of Telmana (geographic coordinates: 44.117905, 43.225788). This location will become a magnet for true off-road enthusiasts for three days.

This season, URAL MOTORSPORT is focusing on expanding its competition geography, and the Tank Breakthrough will be a serious test of strength on new, unfamiliar terrain.

The team will be represented by three crews that will compete for victory:

8×8: Nikolay Korolev / Vladimir Petelin 6×6: Sergey Shershnev / Ivan Bolotov 4×4: Alexander Sychev / Roman Makshantsev

Athletes will compete in both the individual pilot and navigator events, as well as the overall team competition.

URAL MOTORSPORT team leader, Viktor Yakovlev:

"For us, going to Mineralnye Vody for the Tank Breakthrough is a fundamental step. We're not just expanding our competition geography; we're bringing a completely new combat unit there. Our new vehicle in the 6×6 class is a full-fledged debut, a machine that no one has ever seen in action. This is a serious challenge for us, and we're taking it on with great enthusiasm. Yes, the sporting interest is important, but the main goal is to give this vehicle a real stress test on completely new terrain. So we're looking forward to seeing all our fans on the track—to cheer and support! We're looking forward to seeing everyone."

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AVTOTOR and Great Wall Motor Rus signed a strategic cooperation agreement.

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AVTOTOR and Great Wall Motor Rus signed a strategic cooperation agreement.

Source: AVTOTOR – Avtotor motor vehicles – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

Great Wall Motor Rus and AVTOTOR have entered into a strategic cooperation agreement, under which contract production of the premium TANK 300 SUV will begin at AVTOTOR's Kaliningrad production facility.

Zhang Junxue, President of Great Wall Motor Rus LLC, said, "We have begun working with our technology partner, AVTOTOR, on the production of premium SUVs under the TANK brand. This strategic collaboration will enable us to make the TANK 300 SUV accessible to Russian car enthusiasts and strengthen the company's position in the Russian market."

Evgeny Petukhov, President and CEO of AVTOTOR Auto Holding LLC, said: "In accordance with the signed agreement, contract production of the TANK 300 frame SUV is scheduled to begin in the second quarter of 2026. This collaboration entails a gradual expansion of the brand's vehicle production technology and increased localization."

The model will be available in Drive, Premium, City Drive, and City Premium trim levels, with a 2.0-liter engine producing 218 hp and 380 Nm of torque, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. The TANK 300 will be available in two interior trims—black and black-red—and five exterior colors.

The vehicles will be sold through TANK's official dealer network throughout the Russian Federation. All TANK 300 SUVs produced by AVTOTOR will undergo comprehensive quality testing in accordance with GWM standards. Furthermore, all vehicles will be covered by an official warranty and service support at official TANK dealerships.

The TANK 300 frame SUV was the first model in Great Wall Motor's premium SUV lineup, introduced to the Russian market in late 2022. The TANK 300 SUV combines a classic frame design with a high level of comfort. It features a turbocharged gasoline engine, all-wheel drive with low-range transmission and locking differentials, a wide range of off-road driving modes, and modern driver assistance systems. The vehicle offers sophisticated interior ergonomics and a modern multimedia system, making it versatile for both city and off-road use.

All TANK 300 SUVs are adapted to the climate and road conditions of the Russian market: they are equipped with a winter package, which includes heated seats, steering wheel, windshield and rear window, rearview mirrors, washer nozzles, and rearview camera washer, as well as anti-corrosion body protection.

AVTOTOR is one of Russia's largest automakers. The company was founded in 1994 in Kaliningrad. The company was the first in Russia to produce foreign-brand vehicles. Production has been underway since May 1997. AVTOTOR operates in accordance with international quality management system standards at all stages of production. It is a leader in the industry for its high-quality products. Over its 30 years of operation, AVTOTOR plants have produced over 2.6 million vehicles (more than 220 models) of world-renowned brands.

Under the current Special Investment Contract with the Russian Ministry of Industry and Trade and the Government of the Kaliningrad Region, the company is implementing a project to create a manufacturing cluster for electric vehicles and automotive components in the Kaliningrad Region. The investment volume exceeds 70 billion rubles.

Great Wall Motor Rus LLC is the exclusive distributor of HAVAL, POER, TANK, WEY, and ORA vehicles and parts in the Russian Federation. The company has been operating since February 2014. The first official HAVAL dealership opened in Moscow in June 2015. Currently, there are more than 250 HAVAL dealerships in Russia: the intelligent crossovers HAVAL JOLION (HAVAL JOLION), HAVAL DARGO (HAVAL DARGO), HAVAL M6 (HAVAL M6), HAVAL F7 (HAVAL F7) and HAVAL F7x (HAVAL F7 X) are represented in the HAVAL CITY dealership network, and the all-terrain crossovers and frame SUVs of the HAVAL H3 (HAVAL H3), HAVAL H9 (HAVAL H9), HAVAL H5 (HAVAL H5) and HAVAL H7 (HAVAL H7) brand are represented in the HAVAL PRO network.

TANK is a premium SUV brand from Great Wall Motor, first introduced in 2021. GWM TANK is a fully user-focused brand, offering a new automotive experience based on user interests and preferences, reflecting global trends in digital interaction. TANK represents the current product category of premium urban SUVs, responding to modern consumer trends. It combines the uncompromising nature of a true SUV with the technology and comfort of an everyday city car. In Russia, the TANK brand is represented by a dedicated dealer network in 49 cities.

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Electric vehicles as part of the country's technological transformation.

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Electric vehicles as part of the country's technological transformation

Source: AVTOTOR – Avtotor motor vehicles – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

The book "Electric Vehicles" has been published, dedicated to key technological changes in the modern automotive industry.

The book was reviewed by Alexander Sorokin, Deputy Chairman of the Board of Directors of AVTOTOR Holding LLC and a member of the Council of the Association of Russian Automobile Manufacturers. The publication's topic is directly related to AVTOTOR's practical work in the field of electric transport. This project reflects a strategic focus on developing in-house competencies and promoting Russian engineering solutions in the automotive industry.

This book examines electric vehicles as a key area of technological transformation. It presents a systematic and objective analysis, ranging from the advantages of new designs and intelligent drives to current challenges related to the cost, capacity, and performance of batteries. A significant portion of the material is devoted to the Russian market and domestic developments.

The authors of the book are: – Pablo Iturralde, Director of the Advanced Engineering School of Technological Leadership at Moscow Polytechnic University; – Georgy Onishchenko, Professor, Doctor of Technical Sciences, expert in the field of electrical engineering and industrial electric drives; – Dmitry Krasnov, Candidate of Technical Sciences, General Director of the Scientific and Technical Center "Drive Technology".

The book will be useful for engineers, industry specialists, executives and anyone interested in a deep understanding of the processes that determine the future of the automotive industry.

You can download the book here

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