kscarbel2 Posted October 10, 2014 Share Posted October 10, 2014 Russian truckmaker Kamaz has launched a new incentive program effective from September 8th thru December 31st, aimed at promoting the replacement of older trucks and buses with newer vehicles offering cleaner exhaust emissions. Already, over 5,000 orders have been received.Kamaz is offering a discount of RUB 350,000 (US$8,722) to truck buyers who agree to completely scrap their current older truck. The customer must have owned the truck for 6 months or longer.Customers who elect to trade in their older truck will receive a discount of RUB 300,000 (US$7,476) towards the purchase of a new Kamaz truck.The Kamaz truck recycling program will be handled by the company’s global dealer network. Speaking of the Russian domestic market, Kamaz Executive Director Sergey Kogogin said, “Our data indicates that 730,000 of the 1.5 million trucks in operation are over 15 years. This is quite a high percentage. This program will accelerate the retirement of older trucks which do not meet current emission, environmental and safety standards”.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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