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Lixiang brand will be officially introduced in Russia

Chinese car brand Lixiang is looking for employees for its Russian office

Chinese automobile brand Lixiang will be officially presented in Russia by Sinomach Auto concern. Hyperion Leasing (Tianjin), a subsidiary of Sinomach Auto, has started looking for employees.

Lixiang brand will be officially introduced in Russia
Photo: Photo: Lixiang. Source: lixiang.com

“Hyperion Leasing (Tianjin) has opened three vacancies in Moscow. The firm is looking for a lawyer for the Lixiang (Li Auto) brand, a PR manager and a warranty manager. The company will offer warranty and post-warranty service for the brand's cars that are sold in Russia officially, Izvestia reports.

Sinomach Auto entered the Russian market in 2023 and is the general distributor and importer of Oting and Rox. Now the dealer network of the firms includes more than 40 enterprises.

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Author: Наталья Чудесатова

“Time capsule” for two million: in Russia put up for sale VAZ-2108

On the vastness of the Russian Internet appeared an announcement that can surprise even the most sophisticated car enthusiasts and collectors: for sale is offered hatchback VAZ-2108, which came off the assembly line in the distant 1989, and, according to the owner, preserved in near-perfect condition, “as if just out of the factory shop”. For this piece of history they ask for 1,799,000 rubles - an amount quite sufficient for the purchase of a modern car.

“Time capsule” for two million: in Russia put up for sale VAZ-2108
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This VAZ-2108 has not the slightest flaws, all its components are original, including the smallest details, and the seats are still covered with the factory protective film. It is especially emphasized that the car was intentionally not subjected to pre-sale preparation to maximize its authenticity and collector value.

Under the hood of the “rarity copy” is a 1.3-liter gasoline engine, developing 64 horsepower, combined with a manual transmission. Odometer readings show a symbolic mileage of only 500 kilometers.

The seller emphasizes that for safe and full operation will require a full set of routine maintenance work, as well as the purchase and installation of a battery and high-voltage wires.

Meanwhile, in China offered Changan Eado Plus with an affordable version with MKPP, and Mercedes-Benz may abandon budget models in America due to new duties.

Author: Наталья Чудесатова

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