Lada Niva | The Soviet 4x4 That Refuses to Die

The Lada Niva is one of the most iconic off-road vehicles in history. Born in 1977, it was designed as a simple, reliable, and affordable 4x4 — and against all odds, it is still in production today. From conquering the Paris-Dakar rally to reaching the Himalayas and even the North Pole, the Niva has proven its toughness all over the world. In this video, we’ll dive into the full history of the Lada Niva: its legendary achievements, rare prototypes, strange experiments, and the secret behind its incredible longevity. Why has this Soviet-era 4x4 outlived so many modern SUVs? Watch and find out. 📌 This is a politics-free zone. We talk about machines, history, and engineering — not ideology. Political trolling = permanent ban. 🎥 Like what I do and want to support the channel? Here’s how you can help: 👉Sponsorship https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI1CKAu0cgFqIqjnUX_arcw/join