At 19:04 on the 17th of July, the shopping center "Oz Mall" in Krasnodar is under evacuation.
The Krasnodar region in Russia has witnessed a significant decline in new car sales, with a 15% drop in June 2025 compared to the same month the previous year. According to Mikhail Zakharenko, head of regional development at "Avto.ru," this decrease is more pronounced than the national average for the year, with car sales nationwide approximately 20% lower as of the first half of 2025.
The economic challenges facing Russia in 2025, such as a slowdown in GDP growth and high military spending, are contributing factors to this decline. The economic stagnation affects consumer spending power and confidence, leading to reduced demand for new cars. The sharp decline in the delivery of new car models to Russia, with only 20 new models presented in the first six months of 2025, also plays a role.
Interestingly, hybrid and electric cars make up around 7% of all new cars registered in the Krasnodar region in 2025. While specific trends in the Krasnodar region are not explicitly detailed, there is a growing awareness of the need for more sustainable options due to both global and regional environmental concerns and technological advancements. The increase in online sales and the development of logistics infrastructure in Russia might help facilitate the adoption of hybrid and electric vehicles by making them more accessible.
The most sought-after models of new cars in the Krasnodar region are the Lada Granta, Chery Tiggo 7 Pro Max, Lada Vesta, Haval M6, and Omoda C5. The share of listings for new Chinese cars in June 2025 decreased by 5% from the beginning of the year, standing at 68%. However, the reduction in offerings from Chinese brands led to a decrease in the share of new Chinese cars in June 2025.
Despite the slump in new car sales, there is a notable increase in interest for hybrid and electric cars in the Krasnodar region, with a 50% rise over the past 12 months. As the economy stabilises and more sustainable options become more readily available, it is possible that the Krasnodar region may see a shift towards hybrid and electric vehicles in the future.
The information about the decrease in new car sales in the Krasnodar region is reported by "Kommersant-Kuban."
- The economic challenges in Russia, such as slowdown in GDP growth and high military spending, are impacting not just the automotive industry, but also the finance and transportation sectors, contributing to the decline in new car sales across the country.
- The Krasnodar region's shift towards sustainable options is becoming increasingly evident, as hybrid and electric cars account for 7% of all new cars registered, highlighting the influence of global and regional environmental concerns, as well as technological advancements.
- The interest in hybrid and electric cars in the Krasnodar region has seen a significant increase over the past year, and with economic stabilization and more options becoming available, there may be a future shift towards these vehicles, signaling potential changes in the politics and general news landscape of the region.
