Shopping on line can be easy, simple and save you lots of money. It can also take a lot of your time, frustrate you, and result in unwanted purchases. Now the same can be said for regular high street shopping, but with the vast opportunity presented by the Internet it will pay you to spend a few minutes reading this and understanding how to better optimize your Kamaz shopping experience:
1. Compare - without doubt the biggest advantage that the Kamaz offers shoppers today is the ability to compare thousands of Kamaz at a time. This is a great thing, but not necessarily all the time! Too much can be daunting at times so take advantage of the great comparison sites and where possible let them do the hard work for you.
2. Research - if it has been said it will be on the internet. Ignorance is no longer a justifiable reason for buying the wrong thing. Take the time to research in detail everything that you could possible want to know about
3. Testimonials - don't know anybody that has bought a Kamaz? Wrong! If the Kamaz is good the internet will let you know. Use the Internet as a friend and get testimonials before you buy.
4. Questions - Got a question about Kamaz then search the Forums, FAQ's, Blogs etc. Don't be afraid to ask .....
5. Reputation - Never heard of the company selling Kamaz? Don't worry, no reason why you should know every company in the world, but you know someone that does! Use the internet to find out what people are saying about Kamaz and build up a picture of their reputation for sales, returns, customer service, delivery etc.
6. Returns - still worried that even after all of the above your Kamaz wont be what you want? Check out the returns policy. There is so much competition now that someone, somewhere is bound to offer the terms that you are comfortable with.
7. Feedback - happy with your Kamaz then let people know, after all you are depending on others people input in your buying decision, so why not give a little back.
8. Security - check for the yellow padlock on the Kamaz site before you buy, and the s after http:/ /i.e. https:// = a secure site
9. Contact - got a question about Kamaz, or want to leave a comment then check out the sites contact page. Reputable companies have them and respond.
10. Payment - ready to pay for your Kamaz, then use your credit card or PayPal! Be aware of companies that don't accept them, there may be genuine reasons but given the huge amount of choice you have when buying online there is no reason at all not to buy via credit card or PayPal.
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company_slogan = |
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Kamaz (
Камский
автомобильный
завод - Камаз /
Kamskiy
avtomobilny
zavod -
Kama Automobile
Zavod - Kamaz or KAMA Heavy-Duty Truck Production Plant) is a
Russia truck manufacturer located in
Naberezhnye Chelny, Tatarstan, Russian Federation. KAMAZ assembled their first truck model in February 1976 and now, 30 years later, the heavy duty models are exported to many countries including Eastern Europe, China and North Africa. Its trucks are known for their simple yet functional design, robust appearance and great efficiency.
History
In
1969 the Central Committee of the
CPSU and Ministerial council of the
USSR decided to begin construction of factories for the manufacture of supersized cars in the city of
Naberezhnye Chelny.
Construction actually began on December 13, 1969, but the first KamAZ rolled off the main assembly conveyor on
February 16,
1976.
In 1987 the line for the manufacture of
Oka (car) midget cars (VAZ-1111) was created. The first car rolled out on December 21,
1987.
On
June 25,
1990 the production association was transformed into an open joint-stock company.
On April 14,
1993 a fire destroyed the Factory of engines KamAZ.
Until 2005, Kamaz had a major share in
ZMA (factory) (Factory of Micro-displacement Cars) that produces the Oka (car) microcar. It was sold to the Severstal group.
Kamaz vehicles have won the truck category of the Dakar Rally seven times.
Gallery
Image:Rallye Lac Rose 097.jpg|Kamaz on final stage of Dakar Rally 2004Image:Kamaz 55111.JPG|Kamaz in Russia.
Models
By 2006 KAMAZ was producing the following trucks:
- KAMAZ 6520 6x4 Dump truck & 6x4 Chassis truck
- KAMAZ 6540 8x4 Dump truck & 8x4 Chassis truck
- KAMAZ 6522 6x6 Dump truck & 6x6 Chassis truck
- KAMAZ 55111 6x4 Dump truck & 6x4 Chassis truck
- KAMAZ 65115 6x4 Dump truck & 6x4 Chassis truck
- KAMAZ 65111 6x6 Dump truck
- KAMAZ 53605 4x2 Dump truck
- KAMAZ 43253 4x2 Side truck & 4x2 Chassis truck
- KAMAZ 43118 6x6 Side truck & 6x6 Chassis truck
- KAMAZ 43114 6x6 Side truck & 6x6 Chassis truck
- KAMAZ 65117 6x4 Side truck & 6x4 Chassis truck
- KAMAZ 53215 6x4 Side truck & 6x4 Chassis truck
- KAMAZ 4326 4x4 Side truck & 4x4 Chassis truck
- KAMAZ 4911 4x2 Sport truck
- KAMAZ 4308 4x2 Medium-range truck & 4x2 Chassis truck
- KAMAZ 53205 6x4 Chassis truck
- KAMAZ 53229 6x4 Chassis truck
- KAMAZ 53228 6x4 Chassis truck
- KAMAZ 54115 6x4 Prime mover
- KAMAZ 5460 4x2 Prime mover
- KAMAZ 65116 6x4 Prime mover
- KAMAZ 6460 6x4 Prime mover
- KAMAZ 44108 6x6 Prime mover
- KAMAZ 65225 6x6 Prime mover
- KAMAZ 65226 6x6 Prime mover
- Kamaz BPM-97 Vistrel 4x4 armored fighting vehicle
Other:
- KAMAZ 4310 6x6 Chassis truck
External links
- Official site
- Kamaz and the city of Naberezhnye Chelny
- Kamaz pictures
- Video of racing footage
{{Infobox_Company | company_name = KAMAZ Inc.|
company_logo = ]|
company_type = '''Public company''' [http://www.rts.ru/?tid=627 ('''RTS-2:'''KMAZ)|
company_slogan = |
foundation =
|
location = {{flagicon|Russia--> [Naberezhnye Chelny, [Tatarstan|
key_people = Sergey A. Kogoghin, Director General|
num_employees = unknown |
industry = [Automotive|
products = [Trucks & [Buses|
revenue = {{profit--> US$ 1 billion |
homepage =
http://www.kamaz.net/ Official Website
-->
Kamaz (
Камский
автомобильный
завод - Камаз /
Kamskiy
avtomobilny
zavod -
Kama Automobile
Zavod - Kamaz or KAMA Heavy-Duty Truck Production Plant) is a
Russia truck manufacturer located in Naberezhnye Chelny,
Tatarstan,
Russian Federation. KAMAZ assembled their first truck model in February 1976 and now, 30 years later, the heavy duty models are exported to many countries including Eastern Europe, China and North Africa. Its trucks are known for their simple yet functional design, robust appearance and great efficiency.
History
In 1969 the Central Committee of the
CPSU and Ministerial council of the
USSR decided to begin construction of factories for the manufacture of supersized cars in the city of
Naberezhnye Chelny.
Construction actually began on
December 13,
1969, but the first KamAZ rolled off the main assembly conveyor on
February 16, 1976.
In 1987 the line for the manufacture of Oka (car) midget cars (
VAZ-1111) was created. The first car rolled out on December 21,
1987.
On June 25,
1990 the production association was transformed into an open joint-stock company.
On April 14,
1993 a fire destroyed the Factory of engines KamAZ.
Until
2005, Kamaz had a major share in
ZMA (factory) (Factory of Micro-displacement Cars) that produces the
Oka (car) microcar. It was sold to the Severstal group.
Kamaz vehicles have won the truck category of the Dakar Rally seven times.
Gallery
Image:Rallye Lac Rose 097.jpg|Kamaz on final stage of Dakar Rally 2004Image:Kamaz 55111.JPG|Kamaz in Russia.
Models
By 2006 KAMAZ was producing the following trucks:
- KAMAZ 6520 6x4 Dump truck & 6x4 Chassis truck
- KAMAZ 6540 8x4 Dump truck & 8x4 Chassis truck
- KAMAZ 6522 6x6 Dump truck & 6x6 Chassis truck
- KAMAZ 55111 6x4 Dump truck & 6x4 Chassis truck
- KAMAZ 65115 6x4 Dump truck & 6x4 Chassis truck
- KAMAZ 65111 6x6 Dump truck
- KAMAZ 53605 4x2 Dump truck
- KAMAZ 43253 4x2 Side truck & 4x2 Chassis truck
- KAMAZ 43118 6x6 Side truck & 6x6 Chassis truck
- KAMAZ 43114 6x6 Side truck & 6x6 Chassis truck
- KAMAZ 65117 6x4 Side truck & 6x4 Chassis truck
- KAMAZ 53215 6x4 Side truck & 6x4 Chassis truck
- KAMAZ 4326 4x4 Side truck & 4x4 Chassis truck
- KAMAZ 4911 4x2 Sport truck
- KAMAZ 4308 4x2 Medium-range truck & 4x2 Chassis truck
- KAMAZ 53205 6x4 Chassis truck
- KAMAZ 53229 6x4 Chassis truck
- KAMAZ 53228 6x4 Chassis truck
- KAMAZ 54115 6x4 Prime mover
- KAMAZ 5460 4x2 Prime mover
- KAMAZ 65116 6x4 Prime mover
- KAMAZ 6460 6x4 Prime mover
- KAMAZ 44108 6x6 Prime mover
- KAMAZ 65225 6x6 Prime mover
- KAMAZ 65226 6x6 Prime mover
- Kamaz BPM-97 Vistrel 4x4 armored fighting vehicle
Other:
- KAMAZ 4310 6x6 Chassis truck
External links
- Official site
- Kamaz and the city of Naberezhnye Chelny
- Kamaz pictures
- Video of racing footage