ZIL-157 versus the all-terrain vehicle from the Gazelle - Soviet designers continue to amaze

One of the best Soviet off-road trucks is the ZIL-157. Many are even sure that this model is the most passable. But the fuel consumption of such a car is not encouraging - from 30 liters on the highway “empty”, if you’re lucky. A loaded ZIL-157 on good asphalt “destroys” 40-50...

Toyota Mega Cruiser - a military SUV from Japan

The best serial SUV! This is Toyota, but not Land, but Mega Cruiser!...

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Diesel locomotive M62 - the history of creation and features of the model

The history of this diesel locomotive, like many other things in the Soviet period, is closely connected with politics. And, more precisely, with the confrontation of two systems: the West and the East. To my...

13 Feb 2022

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How to clean the engine from deposits with improvised home remedies

No matter how you take care of your engine, its pollution is inevitable: products of fuel combustion and wear accumulate inside. Naturally, the question is how...

13 Feb 2022

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A new traffic-free highway will appear in Moscow - what do drivers say about this?

According to the new project, the TSW and SEW will be connected by a chord. The highway will unite the two districts and save time on the road....

13 Feb 2022

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Used BMW 7 F01/F02 - advantages and disadvantages of choosing a used model

Should I strive to buy a BMW 7 F01/F02? Or is this car capable of ruining its owner?...

13 Feb 2022

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RD-180: space workaholic retires?

How and why was the RD-180 engine created, why do the Americans “love” it so much? Prospects for Russian rocket power plants....

13 Feb 2022

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China's best-selling Wuling Hongguang Mini EV to be upgraded

The best-selling Chinese market Wuling Hongguang Mini EV will receive a number of improvements. There will be a version with a folding roof....

13 Feb 2022

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The first Soviet minivan NAMI-013, never put into production

The post-war period was a time of upsurge for all branches of the Soviet economy. People inspired by the victory over fascism were more than ever ready for exploits and...

13 Feb 2022

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Toyota patents first manual transmission for electric vehicles

Why does an electric car need a manual transmission at all and what does Toyota think about this?...

12 Feb 2022

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Soviet tractor T-40 - still in service

There were many tractors in the Soviet Union, and their drivers were respected in the countryside. Although the range of wheeled vehicles did not differ in variety. T25, T40 and MTZ - that's ...

12 Feb 2022

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Deception in a deal for Toyota Camry for 1 million rubles - how not to get caught by scammers

Many are already accustomed to the fact that sometimes very interesting ads for the sale of cars come across on the Internet. For example, a car that costs at least 500...

12 Feb 2022

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ZIL-135P - an amphibian, better than which has not yet been invented

The world's largest amphibious vehicle. There are no competitors to this technique so far! ...

12 Feb 2022

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Who and where exports Russian cars

How many and which cars were exported by the largest Russian automakers? Countries importing cars from the Russian Federation....

12 Feb 2022

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How to profitably buy a car in the USA and bring it to Russia directly

The low cost of cars in the US at auctions is no secret to anyone. However, America and Europe are separated by an ocean through which the car must be transported. A plus,...

12 Feb 2022

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Latest new technologies in the automotive industry

The automotive industry does not stand still, and new technologies and developments are regularly announced to confirm this. It's not always something really...

11 Feb 2022

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IZH-"Marathon", which was never seen by Soviet bikers

Izhevsk plant could become the flagship of the USSR in the production of motorcycles. If his most advanced development - IZH-"Marathon" 560 went into mass production ....

11 Feb 2022

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Is it profitable to have your own car - the revelations of the owners

Let's find out what people think about owning their own car - is the comfort worth the money?...

11 Feb 2022

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Helicopters with the Ka index: "Black Shark" and "Alligator"

The history of the appearance, performance data and combat use of the KA-50 and Ka-52 helicopters. Deliveries to the troops of the Ka-52M version ....

11 Feb 2022

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Vehicle tax not paid - you won't get a job

If you think that the transport tax is not charged as you would like, can you not pay it at all? Learn a cautionary tale on the subject and opinions...

11 Feb 2022

Geely in Russia raised prices for running models

The Chinese automaker decided to raise prices for the most popular models. On average, the cost of Geely bestsellers increased by 1.3-1.7 percent....

11 Feb 2022

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The latest special edition of the Ford GT line: Alan Mann Heritage Edition

Ford has unveiled the latest version of the Alan Mann Heritage Edition racing car at the Chicago show. Sales are scheduled for this spring....

11 Feb 2022

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The best BMW "troika" of the early 90s

In the early 1990s, BMW cars were considered cool in Russia. Only they can hardly be called affordable, especially the “sevens” and “fives”. The most popular...

10 Feb 2022

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Shell, Lukoil and Castrol - comparing 5W-30 oils

Let's take a brief look at the main characteristics of motor oils and find out what parameters the oils of the Shell, Lukoil and Castrol brands are endowed with ....

10 Feb 2022

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The salon of the serial Haval Cool Dog differs from the prototype – the first photos

The debut of the new Chinese crossover Haval Cool Dog will soon take place. In the meantime, look at the interior design! ...

10 Feb 2022

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