VOICED: Economy stalls in Russian auto town

The AvtoVAZ factory in Togliatti, Russia, known for producing Lada cars, faces severe economic challenges, leading to plans for massive job cuts. Workers are struggling with reduced hours and salaries, impacting their ability to support their families. The economic crisis has halved sales, and unions blame poor management and corruption. The factory's potential closure threatens the entire town, heavily reliant on AvtoVAZ for employment. Workers face personal hardships, and unions plan protests, though fear of job loss limits participation.

What is the main reason for the fear among AvtoVAZ employees?

• Employees are being offered higher salaries.

• Management plans to cut a large number of jobs.

• The factory is expanding its workforce.

• The factory is relocating to another city.

What has been the impact of the economic crisis on AvtoVAZ's sales?

• Sales have doubled.

• Sales have decreased by 50%.

• Sales have remained stable.

• Sales have increased by 50%.

What is the potential consequence if the AvtoVAZ factory goes bankrupt?

• The factory will relocate to Moscow.

• The factory will be taken over by another company.

• The town of Togliatti will face severe economic challenges.

• The town of Togliatti will thrive.

What is Natalia Maria Cova's main concern if she loses her job?

• She will be unable to feed her family and pay rent.

• She will have to move to another city.

• She will start her own business.

• She will receive a promotion.

Why is the expected turnout for the union protest low?

• Workers are satisfied with their current situation.

• Workers fear losing their remaining jobs.

• The protest is scheduled on a holiday.

• The protest location is too far.