Translated with AI from the Russian original.

The press service of AvtoVAZ JSC stated that Lada cars work correctly on gasoline containing ethanol. According to the company, this fuel composition does not cause a noticeable deterioration in power performance or a decrease in the reliability of power units.

AvtoVAZ JSC has experience in using gasoline with up to 10% alcohol content, as this fuel is the standard for certification, while this composition does not have a significant impact on power characteristics and reliability.
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At the same time, the company emphasized that the impact of fuel with an ethanol content of more than 10% on the durability and performance of engines requires additional research. Objective assessment will require targeted testing and analytical work.

As a reminder, in November 2025, Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a law abolishing the excise tax on denatured ethyl alcohol, used in the production of AI-92 gasoline. This measure may contribute to the expansion of the use of ethanol-containing fuel in the Russian market.

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