AvtoVAZ signs an agreement with the Komi Republic for 100 electric vehicles
AvtoVAZ, the Russian car manufacturer, has signed an agreement with the Komi Republic, a region in northwestern Russia, to supply 100 electric vehicles (EVs) to the region.
The agreement was signed at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) on June 16, 2023, and the EVs are expected to be delivered by the end of the year.
The EVs will be used for public transportation and for municipal needs, such as garbage collection and street cleaning.
The Komi Republic is one of the first regions in Russia to sign an agreement with AvtoVAZ for the supply of EVs
This agreement is a significant step forward in the development of the EV market in Russia.
AvtoVAZ is one of the largest car manufacturers in Russia, and it has been producing EVs since 2012.
The company's EVs are currently sold in Russia, Kazakhstan, and Belarus.
The Komi Republic is a region in northwestern Russia with a population of about 900,000 people.
The region's capital is Syktyvkar.
The Komi Republic is rich in natural resources, including oil, gas, and timber.
The agreement between AvtoVAZ and the Komi Republic is a significant step forward in the development of the EV market in Russia
This agreement is a sign that the Russian government is committed to supporting the development of the EV industry.
The agreement is also a sign that the Russian public is becoming more interested in EVs.
The demand for EVs in Russia is expected to grow in the coming years
This is due to a number of factors, including the rising cost of fuel, the increasing awareness of the environmental benefits of EVs, and the growing availability of charging stations.
AvtoVAZ is well-positioned to meet the growing demand for EVs in Russia
The company has a long history of producing high-quality vehicles, and it is committed to developing and producing EVs