AvtoVAZs
AvtoVAZ is a Russian automobile manufacturer headquartered in Tolyatti, Samara Oblast. It is best known for its Lada brand of vehicles. The company was founded in 1966 as part of a technical assistance program with Italian automaker Fiat. The first Lada model, the VAZ-2101, was a modified Fiat 124 and became immensely popular in the Soviet Union and Eastern Bloc countries.
Throughout the Soviet era, AvtoVAZ was the largest car manufacturer in Eastern Europe, producing millions of
Following the dissolution of the Soviet Union, AvtoVAZ faced significant challenges, including increased competition from foreign
Despite ownership changes and modernization efforts, AvtoVAZ remains a significant player in the Russian automotive market.