On July 2, the Kama Mechanical Plant announced the launch of full-cycle gear machining facility at its automotive components production site in Naberezhnye Chelny, Republic of Tatarstan, Russia. The new gears will be used in gearboxes, transfer cases, and drive axle reduction gears for KAMAZ K5-generation trucks.
The

On June 4, KAMAZ unveiled the new SENAT automobile brand at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF 2026). The company has also launched production of the SENAT 900 executive sedan at the Shushary plant in Russia.
The SENAT 900 is powered by a 3.0-liter V6 engine and comes with all-wheel drive, offerin

On May 23, JSC VIS, an enterprise of the OAT Group, launched a factory laboratory and testing complex to develop a domestic component base for hydraulic brake systems.
The laboratory and testing facility has been established at the Tolyatti industrial site. The center is equipped with advanced equipment for comprehen

On May 22, KAMAZ announced that it will cancel the four-day workweek for June and July 2026, which had been announced in March 2026.
The company stated that steps are taken to increase sales and make its vehicles more attractive to customers which have led to higher order volumes for the coming months, resulting in a

On May 12, KAMAZ announced that it had revised its 2026 summer corporate vacation schedule, reducing the break from three weeks to two weeks, due to rising orders and growing demand for its new K5 truck model.
The main vacation period for employees will run from July 13, 2026, to July 26, 2026.  
Based on Kamaz press

According to the Kazakhstan Automobile Union (KAU), Kazakhstan's total automobile production in 2025, including passenger cars, buses, and trucks, reached 171,144 units, a significant increase of 17.8% from 145,290 units in 2024.
The country's new car sales in 2025 came to 234,852 units, a 14.4% increase compared to

On May 5, KAMAZ showcased its K5 generation trucks at Comtrux Astana 2026, held from May 5–7 in Astana, Kazakhstan. The company highlighted advanced, digitally developed vehicles focused on better efficiency, reliability, and comfort.
Three models on display were the KAMAZ-54901, KAMAZ-54902, and KAMAZ-65955 tractor

On May 1, KAMAZ announced that it has upgraded the engine testing equipment at its engine plant, especially in Shop 054, Naberezhnye Chelny in Russia, where engine testing and overhaul work are done.
The test rig, used to measure fuel use and engine torque, was modernised because the old system was outdated, unreliab

On April 19, KAMAZ announced that the Dimitrovgrad Automobile Unit Plant (DAAZ), an enterprise of the OAT Group, part of KAMAZ, is implementing a project to modernize the production of stamped parts, welding, and electroplating, including the purchase of presses, robotic welding systems, and a cataphoresis line. The

On April 16, KAMAZ announced that it has been operating normally over the past month following improvements to its production program.
The company plans to run at full capacity in May 2026, to meet strong demand and a high order backlog. The company has directed employees to work extended schedules, including on pub

On April 7, KAMAZ announced a major modernization initiative in the chassis shop, resulting in a 20% increase in productivity.
The project was developed based on the standardization of procedures and processes. It included streamlining pipe production, organizing sections by equipment type, implementing identificatio

On April 6, KAMAZ announced that it has upgraded its engine plant, focusing on improving the efficiency, quality, and safety of technological processes. The updates primarily targeted the assembly of engines, powertrains, and transfer cases.
As part of the improvements, an Andon system was introduced for powertrain m

On March 3, the Industrial Development Fund (IDF) announced that Kursk Bearing Plant APZ-20 has launched serial production of import-substituting radial bearings for light commercial vehicles and trucks produced by GAZ, KAMAZ and UAZ.
The annual output is expected to reach up to 500,000 bearings. The total investment

On March 2, Tutaev Motor Plant (TMZ), a subsidiary of KAMAZ located in the Yaroslavl region, announced that it will begin producing a new pulley block designed to increase the traction capacity of vehicle winches starting in March 2026.
The product will be used with automotive winches rated at 20 to 30 tons and is de

On February 28, KAMAZ announced the signing of a new collective agreement at the Dimitrovgrad industrial site, which includes DAAZ LLC, DAAZ JSC, Avtosvet LLC, DZPM LLC, and DLZ LLC — enterprises of the OAT Group within the KAMAZ structure.
The agreement was reached after lengthy and constructive negotiations between

On February 26, KAMAZ announced its plans for 2026.
As part of its expansion strategy, the company will build and launch a new assembly line for K5-generation cabins. The new line will enable the production of up to 35,000 cabins per year, with capacity expected to increase to 60,000 units at a later stage.
In 2026,

On February 25, Kamaz PJSC and BATE OJSC, the management company of the Automotive Components holding (Belarus), signed an agreement to supply the Russian auto giant with components worth a total of over RUB 540 million. It will help to strengthen technological sovereignty and implement import substitution programs.

On February 16, KAMAZ announced the launch of axle production for its trucks in Naberezhnye Chelny, Republic of Tatarstan, aiming to increase localization and enable the manufacturing of drive axles for its entire vehicle lineup. The company will produce axles for K3 generation vehicles and the new K5 generation truc

On February 11, the Russian Embassy in Ethiopia, in a social media post, announced that Russian vehicle manufacturers KAMAZ, GAZ, and UAZ are preparing to enter the Ethiopian market.
They are currently finalizing their feasibility studies to enter the market with a competitive product. They are also discussing the lo

On February 10, KAMAZ announced its main goals for 2026, focusing on Safety, Quality, Order Fulfillment, Costs, and Corporate Culture.
In the quality section, there are 11 targets. One key goal is to reduce the number of defect claims per 100 vehicles within the first 3 months of use.
Under corporate culture, KAMAZ p