With the introduction of Western sanctions against Russia, as well as disruption of traditional logistics chains, the cost of automobile parts and supplies has significantly increased in the country. The ruble, which weakened in March-April, does not contribute to the reduction of the cost of supplies, however, despite this, the price of motor oil has gone down. This was reported by the agency "Avotstat", having studied the prices of lubricants in large Russian million-plus cities.

According to the research data, the average cost of a 4-liter canister of "Lukoil" Genesis Armortech 5W-40 oil fell by 13% compared to June 2022. Mobil Super 3000 X1 5W-40 and Shell Helix Ultra 5W-40 oils have dropped by 15% and 19% respectively over the same period.

"The price reduction is not a new trend, but a new situation when domestic manufacturers managed to significantly increase production and start the process of import substitution, and the deep deficit of imported oils began to be eliminated due to active parallel import from Asian countries", - explained the situation in the market in Avotstat.