Automakers

Russians reluctantly embrace Chinese cars after Western brands depart

Moskvich car 2022
Moskvich 3 cars on the assembly line of the Moscow Automobile Factory Moskvich. (REUTERS)
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Reuters
March 24, 2023 02:46 PM

MOSCOW -- As the exodus of Western automakers narrows options for Russian consumers, Chinese automakers are filling the gap, forcing Russians to overcome their reluctance to embrace Chinese brands and accept higher prices.

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