Even though there is some overlap of the European continent and Russia's territory, I don't think that Russia qualifies as an example for the average European country.
Also, why are you mentioning the look of people in a discussion about cars and manufacturing?
Right but not politically! The Russian leadership went for self-isolation and nationalism. I used to hope for that mindset to remain limited to Russia, but I'm not so sure now.
Also, why are you mentioning the look of people in a discussion about cars and manufacturing?