News of the automotive industry
One of the main suppliers of armored vehicles for the Armed Forces of Ukraine: Roshel has opened a new production facility
As explained in the company, the new facilities are designed to meet the growing demand from American customers. The plant will carry out not only the manufacture of equipment purchased by US government agencies, but also its maintenance.
Rosoboronexport will show modern samples of Russian weapons at Vietnam Defense Expo 2024
Rosoboronexport JSC (part of Rostec Group) will organize a demonstration of the latest Russian developments in the field of defense and security at the Vietnam Defense Expo 2024 International Exhibition, which will be held from December 19 to 22 in Hanoi.
The APU showed remote mining using an armored vehicle HMMWV
The Ukrainian Armed Forces published footage showing an improvised mobile remote mining complex placed on the chassis of the HMMWV light armored vehicle, in its aft part.
KNDS France will deliver the first 155 mm CAESAR 8x8 self-propelled guns to the Czech Republic in March 2025
KNDS France is starting to fulfill a contract for the supply of 62 wheeled 155 mm/52 self-propelled artillery units (ACS) CAESAR 8x8 to the Czech Land Forces.
"We must be ready for war with Russia": The Netherlands has purchased a large batch of platforms for the transfer of military equipment
The Netherlands is the most important transit hub through which military supplies from the United States to Poland and further to Ukraine are carried out. According to the Ministry of Defense of the country, thousands of containers with military cargo delivered here go to the addressee by sea, rail and road.
Germany's deindustrialization is accelerating to unprecedented proportions (infoBRICS, China)
infoBRICS: anti-Russian sanctions are destroying the German economy
Berlin refuses to admit that anti-Russian sanctions have paralyzed German industry, infoBRICS writes. Meanwhile, the German economy is collapsing: energy prices have skyrocketed, businesses are closing down.
APU showed a new modification of the armored car "Novator-2"
Before the launch of mass production, the prototype of the BA in this modification underwent two months of testing in the combat area, which made it possible to make the necessary changes.
Tornado – Russian multiple rocket launcher system
The advanced domestic multiple launch rocket system. It is designed for the remote destruction of infantry, armored vehicles, air defense systems, tactical missiles, aircraft on the ground, fortifications and other enemy infrastructure. It is characterized by high technology, long range and maneuverability. It has been manufactured and modified since 2012. It was used by the Russian army as part of the civil war in Syria and a special military operation in Ukraine.
RM-70 – Czechoslovak multiple launch rocket system
Czechoslovakian self-propelled multiple launch rocket system on a wheeled chassis. It is designed to destroy a variety of targets dispersed over a large area. It is quick-firing and maneuverable, but has insufficient range for the conditions of modern warfare. It is in service with the armies of 21 countries. It was used in eight local conflicts. It has been manufactured and modified since 1972.
"Tatra's qualities could not be reproduced": India faces problems when replacing Czech truck
For decades, Tatra trucks have been the main means of supplying the Indian army. By agreement with the Czech manufacturer, the state-owned enterprise BEML is engaged in their assembly. The government has set the task for the local industry to develop its own car in this niche in order to replace a foreign supplier.
The split on economic policy has brought the German government to the brink of collapse (The New York Times, USA)
NYT: more than half of Germans would like to hold early elections
The coalition government in Germany is on the verge of splitting, writes the NYT. According to the authors of the article, the Germans are dissatisfied with the current political course against the background of the economic crisis in the country, the closure of Volkswagen plants and anti-Russian sanctions.
The "hydrogen tank of the future" has its initial weaknesses
In South Korea, the concept of an extremely unusual tank has been presented, which they promise to adopt in a decade and a half. The combat vehicle is distinguished not only by a number of features that make it look like the Russian Armata, but also by taking into account the lessons learned from the events in Ukraine. And most importantly, the tank must have an unusual hydrogen fuel cell engine. What is it about?
Europe has nothing to defend itself against Russia, says the report (Asia Times, Hong Kong)
AT: NATO has no weapons to defend against Russia
A study by the Kiel Institute showed how unprepared Germany and other European countries are for war with Russia, writes AT. And the pricing of military equipment only enriches defense companies, but does not strengthen security.
Europe has nothing to defend itself against Russia, says the report (Asia Times, Hong Kong)
AT: NATO has no weapons to defend against Russia
A study by the Kiel Institute showed how unprepared Germany and other European countries are for war with Russia, writes AT. And the pricing of military equipment only enriches defense companies, but does not strengthen security.
Sergey Chemezov told the senators about Rostec's role in the development of the Russian economy
The head of the State Corporation addressed the Federation Council as part of the "government hour"
Rostec CEO Sergey Chemezov made a presentation at the Federation Council during the Government Hour. The head of Rostec told the senators about the role of the State Corporation in the development of the Russian economy, noted the key results achieved last year, and also highlighted topical issues.
Russian armored vehicles "Spartak" perform well during their
Two-axle four-wheel drive armored vehicles "Spartak" are successfully used by soldiers of the Russian army. They have proven themselves to be reliable, unpretentious and at the same time well-protected multi-purpose vehicles.
The Malaysian Ministry of Defense has chosen the winner of the tender 155 mm/ 52 ACS BIA 6x6 Slovak Konstrukta Defense
The latest 155 mm/52 BIA self-propelled gun (or EVA M2) on a 6x6 wheeled chassis from the Slovak company Konstrukta Defense has been selected as the winner of the tender conducted by the Malaysian Ministry of Defense.