AutoPublished: 27 June 2026 at 20:36
First European ZAZ car meetup held in Riga
On Saturday, the first European gathering of ZAZ (Zaporožec) cars, affectionately known as 'zapiņi', took place in Riga, with the farthest participant traveling 2,000 kilometers.
Riga hosted the first European meetup of Zaporozhets (ZAZ) cars, popularly called 'zapiņi', on Saturday. Enthusiasts from several countries attended, with the farthest participant having driven 2,000 kilometers in his legendary vehicle.
These Ukrainian-made cars are known for their distinctive design and history, having become cult classics among collectors and car lovers. The meetup in Riga demonstrates that interest in these vehicles remains strong beyond Ukraine.
