AvtoVAZ has said that it will work with BASF to develop component parts and improve the quality of its Russian-made cars.

BASF already provides AvtoVAZ with coatings.

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No financial details of the two companies’ partnership were divulged, but the relationship is expected by AvtoVAZ to enhance Lada cars in terms of energy efficiency, weight, colour and environmental performance.

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