Iconic Russian Car Maker, Known for Cold War Self-Reliance, Halts Production - The Wall Street Journal

Disruption shows how Russia’s economy is beginning to feel the bite of Western sanctions

Lada cars have been a symbol of Russias self-reliance since they began rolling off assembly lines during the depths of the Cold War. On Wednesday, Ladas factory floors ground to a halt as Western sa… [+177 chars]

full article...