Foton models may be produced in Russia

Foton pickups and vans may be produced in Russia. This was reported to Izvestia on April 22 as part of the brand's event in Beijing.

Foton and its distributor have established working groups to address the issue of localization. The Chinese automaker and its Russian partner are analyzing the prospects for localization in Russia, studying the market, and assessing the risks involved.

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Will cargo and passenger car models be in demand in our country

As reported earlier this day, the Chinese manufacturer of commercial vehicles, Foton, is also exploring the possibility of starting bus production in Russia.

On March 31, Russia began accepting orders for a new version of the Foton Tunland G7 pickup truck, which features a different powertrain.