On October 28, the European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA) announced new passenger car registrations for September 2025. Passenger car sales in the European Union (EU), European Free Trade Association (EFTA), and the United Kingdom (UK) increased 10.7% year-on-year to 1,236,876 units in September, while

On October 28, 2025, Renault announced that its Duster SUV will return to the Indian market, with an official reveal scheduled for January 26, 2026.
The new Duster will be assembled at Renault’s Chennai plant (RNAIPL). Originally launched in India in 2012, the Duster played a pivotal role in creating the SUV segment

On October 23, it was reported that the Cooperation Manufacturing Plant (COMPAS), the joint venture between Renault-Nissan and Daimler located in Aguascalientes, will permanently close its operations on May 31, 2026.
The decision was attributed to changes in market dynamics and consumer preferences.
According to the

Renault Group reports 6.8% revenue growth in Q3 2025
On October 23, Renault Group reported that its Q3 2025 revenue increased 6.8% YoY to EUR 11.4 billion from Q3 2024, at constant exchange rates, group revenue increased by 8.5%. 
For Renault Group, the worldwide sales for Q3 increased 9.8% YoY to 529,486 units. By b

On October 17, Renault announced the launch of the new Kwid E-Tech in Colombia, a fully EV redesigned with improved technology, safety, and style.
The 2026 Kwid E-Tech features a 65 hp electric motor with 113 Nm of torque and a 26.8 kWh lithium-ion battery, providing up to 298 km of urban range. Charging can be done

On October 16, Renault South Africa revealed the new-generation Kwid, ahead of the model’s 10th anniversary in 2026. It is powered by a 1.0-litre Smart Control Efficiency engine, which uses low fuel i.e., 4.9L/100 km for the manual and 4.4L/100 km for the AMT version.
Following Renault’s updated naming system, the tr

On October 15, Renault Trucks announced that it has published an open-access map on its website showing the location of public charging hubs for electric trucks across Europe. This easy-to-use tool provides an up-to-date view of both existing and planned stations.
With many charging points already available or being

On October 15, Renault announced that it has opened orders for the new Clio in France, offered three trim levels: Evolution, Techno and Esprit Alpine. The first deliveries are scheduled for early 2026.
Built on a 4.12-meter hatchback platform, the new Clio is offered in different powertrains: A TCe 115 engine with a

The Automotive Manufacturers Association (OSD) announced that Turkish vehicle sales of 114,112 units in September 2025 represented a 25.2% increase over September 2024.
According to the data from Automotive Distributors Association (ODD), Renault sales were 11,529 units in September (10.5% market share), Fiat sales w

On October 10, multiple sources reported that Russia has added French automaker Renault SAS to its list of companies subject to special economic measures for military-technical cooperation. Previously German automaker Daimler Truck AG was also added to the sanctions list.
It is forbidden to carry out transactions or

On October 9, it was reported that Nissan ended pickup truck production at its Santa Isabel plant in Córdoba, Argentina.
This end of production marks the final day of manufacturing for the Nissan Frontier and Renault Alaskan in the country. The Frontier will now be imported from Mexico, while the Alaskan will not hav

On October 9, Renault South Africa showcased the new Renault Triber, offered in three variants i.e. Evolution, Techno, and Iconic.
It is powered by a 1.0-litre gasoline engine which generates an output of 52 kW and 96 Nm of torque, paired with a 5-speed manual or an optional five-speed AMT on the top model.
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On October 7, Ampere opened its Battery Cell Innovation Laboratory at the Lardy Technical Center, France. It is a 3,000 square meter center with over 120 advanced pieces of equipment, including a 600 square meter dry room, to increase Renault Group’s competitiveness in EVs.
The lab combines cell prototyping and elect

On October 3, Renault unveiled its new 100% electric passenger transport range: the Master Citybus E-Tech and Master Shuttle E-Tech, designed for local authorities and transport operators at the 2025 Busworld trade show, Belgium.
The electric models are built on the Master platform, these vehicles leverage Renault Ve

On October 7, Renault announced the start of Boreal SUV production at the Ayrton Senna Complex in Paraná, Brazil. This is the first plant worldwide to manufacture this new, high-tech C-segment SUV.
The Boreal becomes a cornerstone of the Renault International Game Plan 2024–2027, with production destined for 17 Latin

On October 7, 2025, Nissan revealed the first official look at its latest SUV, the all-new Nissan Tekton, marking the next step in its “One Car, One World” strategy for India and select global markets. The Tekton is set to launch in 2026 and will be manufactured in partnership with Renault at the Chennai plant.
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On October 2, the Brazilian dealer association Federacao Nacional da Distribuicao de Veiculos Automotores (Fenabrave) announced combined sales of 243,265 new passenger cars, light commercial vehicles, trucks, and buses in September 2025, an increase 2.9% compared to September 2024 and an increase of 8.0% from August

On October 2, it was reported that Renault has launched a new phase of its global strategy by establishing Mexico as a key hub in its automotive supply chain.
The company is developing a purchasing center in the country to supply parts both for its South American plants and its domestic after-sales network. The move

On October 2, it was reported that Renault is advancing negotiations with Chinese automaker Chery to optimize its production and commercial structure in South America.
According to Bloomberg, discussions cover potential cooperation in Argentina and Colombia, building on Renault’s recent agreements with Geely in Brazi

On October 1, the automobile manufacturers association of Spain (ANFAC) announced that passenger car registrations of 85,167 units in September 2025 represented an increase of 16.4% over September 2024.
Passenger car sales of 854,658 units in the first nine months of the year represented a 14.8% increase from the sam