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Russian Mercedes factory sold to Avtodom

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Mercedes-Benz’s assembly facilities in Esipovo, near Moscow, were nevertheless transferred to Avtodom. Rumors have been circulating for some time that premium models of Chinese brands can be assembled

Russian Mercedes factory sold to Avtodom

Mercedes-Benz’s assembly facilities in Esipovo, near Moscow, were nevertheless transferred to Avtodom. Rumors have been circulating for some time that premium models of Chinese brands can be assembled here. However, the Germans also had some preferences.

Interfax reports that the transaction has taken place, citing data from the Unified State Register of Legal Entities. The amount is not mentioned. Interestingly, the management of “Mers” retains the ability to buy back assets, according to the bureau. It will be in effect for some time.

In addition to control over the assembly site, Avtodom was given the right to keep the Mercedes-Benz sold in Russia. Let’s assume that the dealer can now use the service bases that the automaker has disabled again. And without them it is impossible to maintain modern models of German cars.

It is also reported that Avtodom has received shares in a number of subsidiaries. For example, companies that provide insurance and financial services on behalf of the manufacturer.

As for the actual production site, we repeat, in Esipovo they can start producing premium models of the Hongqi brand. However, there is no official information about this.

Interfax reports that the transaction has taken place, citing data from the Unified State Register of Legal Entities. The amount is not mentioned. Interestingly, according to the bureau, “Mers” management retains the ability to buy back assets. It will be in effect for some time.

In addition to control over the assembly site, Avtodom was given the right to keep the Mercedes-Benz sold in Russia. Let’s assume that the dealer can now use the service bases that the automaker has disabled again. And without them it is impossible to maintain modern models of German cars.

It is also reported that Avtodom has received shares in a number of subsidiaries. For example, companies that provide insurance and financial services on behalf of the manufacturer.

As for the actual production site, we repeat, in Esipovo they can start producing premium models of the Hongqi brand. However, there is no official information about this.

Source: Avto Vzglyad

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