On February 25, Avtovaz commissioned an automated wheel assembly and balancing line. It is supplying wheels to the LADA Vesta and LADA Iskra vehicles. The line is capable of handling wheels up to 22 inches in size. A wheel is assembled every 12 seconds, which is one and a half times faster than the previous equipment

On February 18, AVTOVAZ announced a large-scale upgrade of its welding production facility in preparation for serial production of the LADA Azimut crossover. The introduction of the new laser welding technology is aimed at enhancing body quality while maintaining structural strength.
For the first time, the LADA Azim

On February 11, Avtovaz announced that it had installed a high-precision gauge on its model's assembly line in preparation for the launch of LADA Azimut production. It will help to check the geometry of the exterior and interior parts.
The gauge is a master body sample, created based on a 3D model with an accuracy of

On January 29, State Scientific Center of the Russian Federation FSUE "NAMI" announced that its delegation visited Avtovaz and discussed cooperation in the development and modernization of powertrains, collaboration in bench and road testing, and the development and localization of production facilities for critical

AvtoVAZ, Russia produced 324,558 vehicles in 2025, plans 400,000 vehicles in 2026
On January 14, AvtoVAZ JSC summarized its 2025 production and sales results. The company produced 324,558 Lada vehicles during the year and introduced several new models and updates. The vehicle sales in Russia reached 351,390 units, gi

On December 8, AvtoVAZ announced that it had completed the fourth stage of its “Implementation of a Domestic System for Design and Technological Preparation of Production” project. The project is being implemented jointly with Top Systems.
During this stage, AvtoVAZ tested several new subsystem features, including "V

On December 4, Tavria, a textile supplier to the Russian auto industry, has begun industrial production of seat upholstery for Lada Iskra vehicles. The company has automated its upholstery cutting facility in Syzran, Samara Oblast region.
The total investment in the production development amounted to approx. RUB 22

On December 3, multiple sources reported that AvtoVAZ’s production plans for 2026 could rise to 400,000 vehicles, though final sales figures and inventory balance remain uncertain. The company is expected to announce the official production plan later.
Based on multiple sources

On November 26, the Federal Industrial Development Fund (IDF) announced that Penny Bereg (part of the Polad Group) has begun production of seat cushion sets for Lada Vesta and Lada Aura vehicles in Tolyatti. Total production capacity will be up to 150,000 sets per year.  Investment in the production facility totaled

On November 21, multiple sources reported that AvtoVAZ plans to sell 370,000 Lada vehicles in 2025, including exports. The company expects to sell around 350,000 units in the domestic market.
The company sold 459,000 vehicles in Russia in 2024. The 2025 forecast reflects a decrease of about 23%.
Based on multiple sou

On November 11, AVTOVAZ JSC announced the start of an intensive road-testing program for its upcoming flagship crossover, the LADA Azimut. The full-scale testing marks a key step in preparing the model for serial production in 2026.
The initial tests are being carried out on the plant’s own track for rapid tuning an

On October 21, the Embassy of Russia in Ethiopia, in a social media post, stated that Russian companies UAZ and AvtoVAZ are negotiating a potential presence in Ethiopia, exploring business conditions and the investment climate. The Russian Ambassador to Ethiopia stated that industrial cooperation, particularly in the

On October 9, AvtoVAZ announced that it has begun preparing the LADA Azimut for state certification testing. After completing these tests, the model will receive Vehicle Type Approval, allowing it to be sold in the Russian Federation. A batch of 16 pilot vehicles will be produced on the main assembly line over the ne

On September 29, AVTOVAZ announced that it will showcase its latest models, including the LADA Azimut, LADA Iskra, and LADA Iskra Sport at the INNOPROM Belarus 2025 international industrial exhibition.
The AVTOVAZ delegation will highlight key areas of cooperation between Russia and Belarus, focusing on building a co

On September 29, multiple sources reported that AVTOVAZ has switched to a shorter workweek, which could last up to six months.
According to local media reports, cumulative sales of Lada passenger cars from January to August fell 24.9% compared to the same period last year.
The shortened workweek will run from Septemb

On September 19, multiple sources reported that AvtoVAZ, considering the capacity of its St. Petersburg plant, plans to produce over 300,000 vehicles by 2025.
AvtoVAZ had initially planned to produce 500,000 vehicles in 2025, but was later changed due to a 30–40% drop in the Russian auto market. In addition, starting

On September 18, AVTOVAZ announced that LADA Iskra vehicles assembled at Avtozavod Saint Petersburg have started shipping to the company’s dealer network.
Currently, LADA Iskra assembly kits are delivered to Avtozavod Saint Petersburg, including the painted body, powertrain, interior, chassis, and about 1,000 compone

On September 8, AVTOVAZ held a discussion with Yandex Taxi at its Tolyatti plant, where both parties discussed cooperation opportunities for 2025 and 2026.
AVTOVAZ and Yandex Taxi talked about working together on producing and supplying cars for the taxi industry. These efforts aim to boost the use of locally made ca

On August 26, AvtoVAZ, Russia’s largest manufacturer of passenger cars and light commercial vehicles, along with Avtozavod Saint Petersburg entered the final stage of preparations for the serial production of the LADA Iskra.
In summer 2025, 200 LADA Iskra kits were sent from Tolyatti plant to St. Petersburg plant fo

On August 21, AvtoVAZ announced that it had invested over RUB 345 million in modernization and maintenance of production lines during a three-week unified corporate vacation. 
A robotic complex for the manufacture of body floors was installed in the LADA Iskra welding shop. The LADA Granta and Iskra paint shops recei