It became known about an alarming trend in the Russian car market

Car sales in Russia have been slower for the third month in a row than last year. The Izvestia newspaper reports on an alarming trend, citing data from market participants.

A number of factors are putting pressure on the dynamics. Among the main reasons for the slowdown in car sales in Russia, experts cited the Central Bank’s strict monetary policy, which makes loans for the purchase of cars expensive for a significant part of the population, as well as problems with logistics, a regulatory increase in recycling fees and the weakening of the ruble.

Given the current realities in the domestic market, experts agree, one should not expect a surge in sales in the foreseeable future. By the end of 2026, sales of new cars and light commercial vehicles are expected in the Russian division of Great Wall Motors (GWM) to reach 1.4-1.42 million units. In 2027, experts predicted moderate growth—no more than 4 percent compared to the 2026 figure.