Director of Sales and Service of Aurus Artem Yusupov said that to date the Aurus Senat cars are localized by 68%.
According to him, there is a positive trend in localization. In 2021, its level was 53%, and this year there is a noticeable growth. In the medium term it is planned to increase localization by another 10%, Gazeta.Ru reports.
The manufacturer has encountered difficulties in supplying foreign components. However, there are also many companies in Russia that produce parts for Aurus - more than 100.
Yusupov emphasized that many suppliers are afraid of counter-sanctions. Therefore, it is necessary to work individually with each partner, preparing proof that the products will not have a dual purpose, but will be used only for civilian purposes.
In November the Aurus plant in Elabuga started producing the premium Komendant SUV. This model was the second after the Senat sedan.