On June 9, Renault Colombia announced the launch of the all-new Renault Duster hybrid E-Tech, marking the country's debut of this hybrid SUV in the Americas.
Built on the CMF-B platform, the Duster hybrid E-Tech combines a 1.2-liter turbocharged 3-cylinder engine with a 48V mild-hybrid system, delivering 129 hp and 2

Continental AG (Continental) has supplied the EcoContact 6 Q tires as original equipment for the new Renault 5 E-Tech Electric in size 195/55 R18 93H XL across many countries.
The premium tire features modified blocks, sipes, and lateral grooves, that reduce noise and rolling resistance, thereby enhancing energy effi

On June 6, Renault Group announced that it has made a minority investment in Wandercraft, a French based company known for creating self-balancing medical exoskeletons. With its experience in exoskeletons, Wandercraft is now developing a platform for industrial use.
Under the agreement, Renault Group and Wandercraft

On June 5, Renault, MyWheels, and We Drive Solar, announced its partnership with the Municipality of Utrecht, to launch Europe’s first large-scale Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) car-sharing service. The project helps support a cleaner, more efficient energy system in a city where 35% of rooftops already have solar panels.
Usi

On May 21, Euro NCAP announced ratings of 9 vehicles based on assistance competence and safety backup. The lineup includes Kia EV3, MAZDA CX-80, MG ZS, Porsche Macan, Renault 5, Tesla Model S, Toyota bZ4X, Volvo EX30, and XPENG G9.
Kia EV3 (with 74%), Porsche Macan (with 85%), Renault 5 (with 73%), and Toyota bZ4X (w

On June 3, AESC, a global leader in high-performance battery solutions, announced the start of production (SOP) at its gigafactory in Douai, France.
The facility has an annual production capacity of 10 GWh and currently supplies advanced batteries to Renault, with the potential to power up to 200,000 electric vehicle

On May 28, Ampere announced that they see power electronics as key to improving vehicle performance and cutting costs.
Ampere uses a smarter, compact design by combining components such as the charger and DC-DC converter. This reduces parts, cost, size, and weight—improving range and cabin space. However, cost saving

On June 3, Dacia opened the order for the Bigster mild hybrid G-140 which starts at EUR 24,990, starting with the “Essential” trim.
The model features a 1.2-litre turbocharged 3-cylinder engine supported by a 48V mild hybrid system. It runs on both gasoline and LPG, with separate tanks for each fuel. The hybrid syste

On May 29, Renault announced the arrival of the new Duster E-Tech Hybrid SUV in Colombia.
This model stands out as Renault’s first hybrid 4×4 in Latin America, combining rugged design with hybrid technology to offer both power and efficiency.
The Duster E-Tech Hybrid continues the legacy of one of Colombia’s best-sel

On May 26, Renault-Sofasa announced the start of local production and sales of the Renault Kwid in Colombia.
The Colombian-made Kwid features a lightweight design, ideal for city driving, and boasts improved fuel efficiency and reduced emissions, 80% less CO and 68% less hydrocarbons than models from a decade ago. It

On May 27, Alpine unveiled the all-new C segment high-performance electric sport fastback A390.
Built on the AmpR Medium platform and produced in Dieppe, France, the vehicle will be available from the fourth quarter of 2025. The A390 represents Alpine’s vision of performance-focused, intelligent electric mobility and

On May 21, Euro NCAP tested the latest models from Audi, Dacia, Ford, MG, Opel/ Vauxhall, Peugeot, Renault, Tesla, Voyah, and Volkswagen for crash protection, crash prevention, and post-crash safety.
Seven models earned top 5-star ratings, i.e., Audi A5 PHEV, Audi Q5, Volkswagen Tayron, MG MGS5 EV, Tesla Model 3, Toy

On May 19, Mitsubishi Motors announced that it has decided not to proceed with an investment in Ampere. 
The company remains committed to exploring potential avenues for continued collaboration, including the potential OEM vehicles provided by Renault and Ampere.
Mitsubisi Motors announced the maximum investment of E

On May 16, multiple sources reported that Renault Algeria's factory still has not been approved to restart in Oued Tlelat, Oran. It has been shut since 2020 and is still waiting for approval to restart. The government has not given the green light yet.
In March 2025, the Ministry of Industry's technical committee den

On May 16, Renault announced that it will unveil the Renault 4 Savane 4x4 concept car alongside the Renault 5 Turbo 3E and Renault 5 E-Tech electric Roland-Garros edition at the Roland Garros French Open tennis tournament from May 19 to June 8, 2025.
Compared to the standard Renault 4 E-Tech electric, the Savane 4x4

On May 14, Mobilize, Renault Group’s mobility brand, announced its partnership with Zeplug, French based EV charging station contractor, to make it easier to install EV charging stations in residential buildings.
Zeplug sets up the charging infrastructure at no cost to the building. Individual residents can then subs

On May 13, Renault announced that it will launch a new SUV that will complete its E-Tech Hybrid portfolio.
Colombia will be the first country in the region to receive the model.
More details of the vehicle are expected to be released soon.
(Renault Colombia on May 13, 2025)

On May 13, it was announced that Mobilize has acquired a major stake in Free To X, a leading high-power charging (HPC) provider in Italy.
The partnership gives Mobilize access to over 110 HPC stations, mainly on highways, powered entirely by renewable energy and capable of delivering up to 400 kW. The stations are sp

The 2025 Commercial Vehicle Show reaffirmed its status as the UK's premier event for the road transport industry.
The 2025 Commercial Vehicle Show, held at Birmingham’s NEC from April 29 to May 1, reaffirmed its status as the UK’s premier event for the road transport industry. This year’s show spotlighted the sector’

On May 6, Alpine announced that the design of the new all-electric A390 is mostly based on the A390_β concept, with about 85% of its look staying the same. It features three electric motors, Alpine Active Torque Vectoring, and five drive modes for strong performance and agility.
Inside, it offers a new version of Alp