OREANDA-NEWS. August 05, 2011. GM-AVTOVAZ  launches production of Chevrolet NIVA equipped with ABS (anti-locking brake system) produced by Bosch and airbags produced by TRW for GLS and  GLC versions. ICV (in-country validation) tests have been carried out successfully in Russia, Sweden, Germany and Spain. Information about start of production of LC with Safety package as an option will be provided later, reported the press-centre of GM-AVTOVAZ .

Effective August 01st of 2011 retail prices on modified Chevrolet NIVA GLS and GLC will be increased by 25 000 RUR, while retail prices on Chevrolet NIVA L and LC will be increased by 5000 RUR.

So, the recommended retail price for Chevrolet NIVA L will be 439000 RUR, LC — 468000 RUR, GLS with the safety package — 508000 RUR, GLC with the safety package — 535000 RUR.

Price increase is due to introduction of the safety package, as well as price increase on components and growth of the operating costs.