On October 7, multiple sources reported that Renault has temporarily stopped production at its Valladolid plant on October 9, 2026, to adjust output to current European demand. The move follows earlier stoppages on September 25, October 1 and 2, 2026.
The halt will affect the plant’s two-and-a-half production shifts.

On October 9, Renault India announced an ARAI-certified fuel efficiency of 29 km/l for the new Duster Strong Hybrid E-Tech 160. The bookings have opened on October 9 at INR 21,000, ahead of the SUV’s official market debut on October 17.
The Duster Strong Hybrid E-Tech 160 combines a 1.8-litre gasoline engine, two ele

On October 8, Renault Group and EDF, together with its subsidiaries IZI by EDF and DREEV (a subsidiary of EDF Business Services), signed a partnership to accelerate the development of smart charging solutions for electric vehicles.
The agreement covers three areas of cooperation: single-family homes, commercializatio

On October 8, Renault announced major upgrades to the Renault 4 E-Tech Electric, offering greater range, enhanced technology, and additional features. The upgraded model will be showcased at the 2026 Paris Motor Show, along with its new versions.
The Renault 4 E-Tech electric is now available with both the 40 kWh and

On October 7, Renault Argentina announced the start of series production of the all-new Niagara pickup truck at its Santa Isabel plant in Cordoba.
Renault modernized the plant through 278 projects covering infrastructure, maintenance and manufacturing processes, including the addition of more than 60 robots for body

On October 6, Renault Group and its brands announced that it would display around 50 vehicles, concept cars and demonstrators at the 2026 Paris Motor Show from October 12 to 18.
Renault will use 2,500 square meters stand to showcase its updated electric and hybrid lineup. Highlights include:
Renault E-Space Concept:

On October 6, LG Electronics (LG) announced that it will supply its integrated cockpit solution for Renault Group’s New Trafic E-Tech Electric, the automaker’s first mass-produced commercial vehicle built on a software-defined vehicle (SDV) architecture. 
Designed specifically for SDV environments, LG’s solution inte

On September 28, Alpine unveiled a new sculpture that previews key design elements of the third-generation A110. The sculpture gives an early look at the car’s proportions and body shape.
The sculpture uses a blue veil to highlight the car’s proportions, lightweight character and aerodynamic design. The new A110 will

On September 28, Renault India launched the Triber 100PS, the first model in India based on the Renault Group Entry Platform (RGEP). Prices range from INR 784,900 to INR 899,900 across its variants.
The Triber 100PS is powered by a 1.0-litre turbocharged TCe 100 gasoline engine producing 100 PS and 180 Nm. It deliver

On September 24, multiple sources reported that the Renault Valladolid plant in Spain has temporarily halted production on September 25, 2026, to adjust output to changing demand in the European market.
The stoppage will affect the plant’s two-and-a-half production shifts currently operating. The plant produces the R

On September 23, multiple sources reported that Renault Palencia plant, Spain, is expected to temporarily shut down from October 1 to 19, 2026, to adjust production due to changing demand in the European market.
The possible shutdown is aimed at matching production volumes with market demand while maintaining the pla

On September 24, Renault Group Spain announced its plan to invest EUR 600 million between 2026 and 2030 to support its futuREady strategy, strengthen its Spanish industrial operations and prepare its 2 plants for electrification and new technologies.
The investment will improve the competitiveness of Valladolid and P

On September 24, Renault unveiled the Renault 8 Gordini Concept, a modern reinterpretation of the iconic sports sedan launched in 1964 that draws on its motorsport heritage. The concept will be displayed on the Renault stand at the Paris Motor Show from October 12 to 18, 2026.
The two-door electric coupe measures 4.1

On September 24, Green NCAP tested seven cars across electric, hybrid, and gasoline categories to measure their environmental impact. The lineup included Renault Clio TCe 115 Techno, Kia EV4 Earth electric, MAZDA 6e 258 Takumi electric, Renault Symbioz E-Tech Full Hybrid 160, MG MG3 1.5 gasoline, VW Tiguan 2.0 TDI El

On September 23, Renault Group announced that it will showcase 50 vehicles and concept cars, including six new models, at the Paris Motor Show 2026, France, from October 12-18. Renault, Dacia, Alpine and Renault Pro+ will display their latest models in Hall 6.
The group is expanding its product range with new designs

On September 17, Renault Trucks Spain announced the opening of its new headquarters in Getafe, Madrid.
Built on a 25,835-square-meter property, the complex accommodates more than 200 employees and includes corporate offices, the Truck Center Madrid, financial services, and an official training center. The Truck Cente

On September 15, Renault Trucks unveiled the new E-Tech Trafic light commercial vehicle at the IAA Transportation 2026 in Germany. The new E-Tech Trafic expands Renault Trucks’ light commercial vehicle lineup as the company aims to double its sales volumes in this segment by 2030.
The Renault Trucks E-Tech Trafic is

On September 18, Renault India resumed vehicle exports to Sri Lanka, expanding its international export footprint to 16 countries. The first shipment of 100 Made-in-India vehicles, comprising the all-new Triber, Kwid and Kiger, was dispatched from the company’s Oragadam plant in Chennai.
Renault is re-entering the Sr

On September 16, Renault Geely do Brasil announced the start of production of the Geely EX5 EM-i plug-in hybrid at the Ayrton Senna Industrial Complex in Brazil, marking the first locally manufactured product resulting from the Renault Group-Geely partnership.
The locally produced EX5 EM-i is scheduled for commercial

On September 14, it was reported that Renault Argentina has begun testing the new-generation Master in Cordoba. Test drivers from the Santa Isabel plant are currently evaluating a camouflaged Master on public roads.
The test vehicle features the design of the current-generation Master offered in Europe, where the lar