Trends in Russian Car Market: Granta's Success Amidst Decline of Competitors In the unstable landscape of the Russian automotive market, Lada Granta continues to hold strong. During the third quarter of 2023, sales reached a notable 19,207 units, showing a 13% increase from the previous quarter. On the contrary, Lada Vesta's sales dipped from 10,769 to 10,681 units. Additionally, the Aura model has gained traction, achieving 497 units sold against 329 in the former quarter. Foreign competitors are experiencing challenges. Solaris HS has seen its inventory dwindle, with only 398 vehicles sold. In contrast, Kia Rio has surged to 2,787 sales. Meanwhile, Chery Arrizo 8 has declined to 2,077 units, even as it remains popular among corporate clients. The Geely Preface is witnessing a decline in sales, dropping to a mere 1,233 units, raising crucial concerns about the need for local assembly in the future.