The Russian offices of most car importers are in limbo: they do not seem to exist – they do not transport cars, but at the same time they exist, because the spare parts, service and warranty service departments continue to work. Parts are transported through third countries, something is already being produced in Russia. In short, not because of, but in spite of.
In the current situation, the story of warranty repairs looks very unexpected: they can all at once refer to force majeure circumstances, they say, well, they do not allow us to carry spare parts, components and assemblies, so we cannot guarantee the fulfillment of obligations. Moreover, even the courts will side with the importer in such a situation – there are already precedents. Indeed, circumstances. Truly an irresistible force. Can’t argue with that. However, warranty work is still being performed. It remains only to answer the classic “how” and “why”.
Why? Yes, because no one leaves, despite the overt coercion. Informative, shall we say, coercion: While the great uncles talk about democracy and rules, the companies that have led these same uncles to high positions are forced to take stock. And there are not the usual “pluses”, but quite specific “minuses”, which, against the background of recent failures called “pandemic”, seem completely out of place. A lot of money has been invested in the Russian market, countless, literally, and business does not like to lose. I can not stand it. Investments must therefore be recouped at all costs. But how?