Renault 5 E-Tech adds one-pedal drive and safety upgrades On December 2, Renault announced that Renault 5 E-Tech Electric will offer a full lineup with three motors, two battery sizes and five trims, starting from EUR 24,990 (excluding incentives), along with upgrades and new features from late January 2026. Next spring, the Renault 5 E-Tech electric will receive new equipment, including the One Pedal driving function on the Techno and higher tri...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/03

Renault and MINI models are added to UK’s Electric Car Grant On December 3, the UK Government announced that Renault 4, Renault 5, Alpine A290 and MINI Countryman now qualify for the full GBP 3,750 Electric Car Grant (ECG). The update doubles the number of EVs eligible for the top discount, giving buyers GBP 3,750 off a total of eight popular models. The government has allocated an extra GBP 1.5 billion in the Autumn Budget. This includes GBP 1...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/03

Renault Group reports 6.8% revenue growth in Q3 2025 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 brand sales, Renault brand was up by 6.6% to 361,575 units, Dacia was up by 16....

News  Updated at: 2025/10/23

Euro NCAP tests 16 new models, Togg and Firefly achieve five-star ratings On September 9, Euro NCAP announced that its experts had tested 16 new models, assessing aspects such as passive safety and the performance of the latest driver assistance systems. The two models from Togg, the electric family saloon T10F and the electric SUV T10X, achieved five-star ratings. The T10F scored 95% for Adult Occupant protection and the T10X scored 94%. Both mo...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/10

IAA Mobility 2025: Renault to debut sixth-generation Clio and showcases future lineup On August 28, Renault announced that it will unveil the sixth-generation Clio at the IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich, with a press conference on September 8, 2025. From September 9 to 14, the new Clio will be on display at Odeonsplatz, alongside the Renault 5 E-Tech Electric and Renault 4 E-Tech Electric models. Alongside these two models, Renault will display the E...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/28

UK government adds 13 models from Nissan, Renault and Vauxhall to Electric Car Grant scheme On August 9, the UK Government announced that drivers can now save GBP 1,500 on selected Nissan, Renault, and Vauxhall electric vehicles (EVs), joining Citroën in the government’s Electric Car Grant (ECG) scheme from the same date. An extra 13 electric models are now eligible, making 17 in total. The scheme is part of a GBP 650 million plan to make EVs ...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/11

Protean Electric, UK supplies in-wheel motor for Renault 5 Turbo 3E On July 29, Protean Electric (Protean) announced that it has become the first company to develop and supply IWMs (in-wheel motors) for a mainstream OEM passenger car programme. It has supplied IWMS for Renault 5 Turbo 3E (T3E).  Protean Electric has developed one of the most advanced IWM systems in the industry, with its updated Pd18 solution delivering over 200kW directly to ea...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/29

Renault Group sales rise 1.3% in H1 2025 On July 23, Renault Group reported that its overall sales rose 1.3% YoY to 1,169,773 units in the first half (H1) of 2025 over the same period last year. By brand, Renault was up 2.7% to 808,413 units, Dacia slightly declined by 0.7% to 356,084 units, and Alpine was up 84.6% to 5,015 registrations in H1 2025. Renault Group's sales in Europe increased by 5.4%, reaching 708,106 vehicles in the first half of ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/23

Renault UK partners with Andersen EV for Home Charging solutions for EV buyers On July 1, Mobilize, Renault’s mobility and finance division, partnered with Andersen EV, a UK-based EV charger brand, to offer premium home charging solutions for Renault EV customers. Buyers of electric models such as the Renault 5 E-Tech, Renault 4 E-Tech, Scenic, Megane, Alpine A290, and Dacia Spring can get an Andersen Quartz charger installed for GBP 999. The ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/03

Continental supplies EcoContact 6 Q tire for Renault 5 E-Tech Electric 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 efficiency and driving comfort. In addition to short braking dist...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/09

Renault launches Europe’s first large-scale V2G car-sharing in Utrecht, Netherlands 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. Using V2G technology, EVs can store solar energ...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/05

Euro NCAP rates 9 cars on assisted competence and safety backup 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 (with 83%) all earned a ‘Very Good’ rating in Euro NCAP’s Assist...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/04

Renault to reveal 4 Savane 4x4 concept at 2025 Roland Garros French Open 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 sits 15 mm higher, has wider front and rear tracks (+10 mm ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/16

Renault opens reservations for all-electric 5 Turbo 3E On April 22, Renault opened reservations for the Renault 5 Turbo 3E, a fully electric, high-performance “mini-supercar.” It features 540 hp, 4,800 Nm of torque, and an 800V system. Power comes from in-wheel motors, giving faster torque delivery than traditional EVs. Renault 5 Turbo 3E has a carbon-fibre body, weighs under 1,450 kg, and accelerates to 0–100 km/h in under 3.5 seconds. It...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/22

FORVIA’s MATERI'ACT presents two commercial launches from DECORE project FORVIA SE’s division, MATERI'ACT, presented 2 major commercial launches during the closing event of the DECORE project. Its milestones were (i) NAFILean-R NP47N launched on the instrument panel of the new Renault 5 and (ii) IniCycled-P VP32M ELV, a world-first using recycled plastics from end-of-life vehicles. Launched in 2021, the DECORE project was a 4-year public-priv...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/22

Renault to present limited edition Renault 5 Turbo 3E On March 17, Renault announced that it will introduce Renault 5 Turbo 3E in 2027, with a limited production of 1,980 units. It features outstanding technical specifications, including 540 hp, 0-100 km/h acceleration in under 3.5 seconds, and a carbon superstructure. It has a 70 kWh battery. It has a range of over 400 km on the road. The car generates 400 Nm torque. It has an 800-volt architect...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/17

Renault 2024 financial presentation and Q&A: Record Profits, EV Cost Reduction, and Strategies to Overcome CAFE 2025 Challenges On February 20th, Renault held the presentation for the 2024 financial results. The event was presented by Mr. Luca de Meo (CEO) and Mr. Thierry Piéton (CFO of Renault Group), who will step down from the position. Mr. Piéton will be succeeded by Mr. Duncan Minto, present CFO of Alpine.  Key points for 2024 results: R...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/21

Renault Group sales rise 1.3% in 2024, driven by 10 launches On January 16, Renault Group reported that its global sales rose 1.3% to 2,264,815 units in 2024 from the previous year, driven by strong sales in Europe. By brand, Renault was up 1.8% YoY to 1,577,351 units, Dacia was up 2.7% YoY to 676,340 units and Alpine was up 5.9% to 4,585 units sold in 2024. The Group sold 1,599,051 vehicles in Europe, an increase of 3.5%. Electrified vehicles ac...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/16

Valeo supplies components for Renault 5 E-Tech electric Valeo Group (Valeo) has supplied several parts for the Renault 5 E-Tech electric, which was named “Car of the Year 2025” at the Brussels Motor Show. These components include (i) front headlamps featuring a unique signature 3D effect, produced in Angers (France), (ii) full LED rear lights with a retro-futuristic touch, made in Sens (France), and (iii) front and rear wipers, manufactured i...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/16

Renault 5 E-Tech Electric and Alpine A290 named “Car of the Year 2025” at Brussels Motor Show On January 10, Renault announced that the Renault 5 E-Tech Electric and Alpine A290 were named “Car of the Year 2025” at the Brussels Motor Show, selected by a jury of 60 motoring journalists from 23 countries. Both vehicles scored 353 points, surpassing other finalists such as the Alfa Romeo Junior, Citroën ë-C3/C3, and Hyundai Inster. This ma...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/11