AvtoVAZ
AvtoVAZ is the largest passenger car manufacturer in Russia, best known for its Lada brand. The company is headquartered in Tolyatti, in the Samara Oblast. Founded in 1966 as a Soviet–Italian joint venture with Fiat, AvtoVAZ produced widely used models such as the Zhiguli and Niva. Following the dissolution of the Soviet Union the company was privatised, and ownership subsequently changed hands several times, including a period of control by the Renault–Nissan alliance. After the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Renault transferred its stake to Russian state-controlled entities. AvtoVAZ remains the dominant player on the Russian automotive market, accounting for a substantial share of new passenger car sales in the country.
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Ukrainian drones hit Tolyattikauchuk chemical plant in Russia, triggering major fire
Ukrainian drones attacked the Tolyattikauchuk petrochemical complex in Tolyatti, Samara region, late on October 23 into early October 24, 2026. A major fire broke out on the plant's territory, and industrial infrastructure was damaged. Tolyatti's mayor said there were no casualties or injuries.
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Ukrainian drones strike Omsk, hitting petrochemical plant and OZON hub
Ukrainian drones attacked the Russian city of Omsk more than 2,500 kilometers from Ukraine’s border, causing fires at the Omsk Kauchuk petrochemical plant and the OZON logistics hub. Omsk Governor Vitaliy Khotsenko said the drones reached the city’s northern industrial hub, while Russian air defenses and emergency services responded. Ukraine did not comment on the attack.