Manturov explained who will be affected by the tax increase on old cars

“This initiative will not affect the personal cars of Russians. So there is nothing for ordinary motorists to worry about, ”he told TASS.

According to the minister, we are talking only about commercial equipment of the Euro-3 class and below. Its quantity in Russia is estimated at more than 3 million units.

Earlier, the ministry said that the initiative will increase the attractiveness of new and more environmentally friendly vehicles, which will have a positive impact on the environment.

In the Federation of Car Owners, the proposal was called the de facto introduction of an environmental tax.