Renault announces arrival of Duster E-Tech Hybrid SUV in Colombia 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-selling vehicles, now enhanced to meet the needs of drivers seek...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/03

rom a decade ago. It includes 14” dark alloy wheels, a 290-liter trunk, 4 airbags, hill-start assist, stability control, reverse camera, tire pressure monitoring, and an 8” infotainment screen with smartphone replication. Previously imported from Brazil, the Kwid now joins the locally assembled Duster, Sandero, Logan, and Stepway. This move follows a USD 100 million investment announced in 2023 and supports over 7,000 direct and indirect jobs...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/29

Renault starts production of Kwid at Envigado plant in Colombia On April 2, Renault-Sofasa officially launched local production of the Renault Kwid at its Envigado plant in Antioquia, marking a major milestone for Colombia’s automotive industry. Previously imported from Brazil, the Kwid now joins the lineup of locally assembled models alongside the Duster, Sandero, Logan, and Stepway. This project, part of a USD 100 million investment plan anno...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/11

Renault launches third-generation Duster SUV in South Africa On March 10, Renault launched the third-generation Renault Duster SUV in South Africa. The new Duster, built on CMF-8 platform, is available in three variants, including two-wheel-drive EDC models starting at ZAR 489,999, and an all-wheel-drive mild hybrid option, priced at ZAR 549,999. The vehicle is built at Renault's Pitesti plant in Romania with approximately 1,000 Duster SUVs roll...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/11

f Intellectual Property (INPI) granted Renault a patent for its Multimode transmission, designed exclusively for hybrid vehicles. This lightweight gearbox, which eliminates the need for a dual-clutch system, relies on an electric motor to function. It is currently used in the third-generation Dacia Duster Hybrid and the Renault Rafale SUV in Europe and could be integrated into Renault’s future hybrid flex models in Brazil. The Multimode transmi...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/22

hare), Toyota registrations totally flat(7.6% share), Volkswagen brand registrations decreased 9.3% (6.4% share), and Peugeot registrations decreased 12.4% (5.4% share) from a year ago. The best-selling cars in January, in order of popularity, were the Fiat Panda, Dacia Sandero, Jeep Avenger, Dacia Duster and Citroen C3. The foreign car distributors association (UNRAE) announced that gasoline-powered passenger car sales in January decreased 16.9%...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/04

nish based construction engineering firm renewed its fleet with 700 Renault hybrid and micro-hybrid vehicles. These ECO-labeled models improve energy efficiency, reduce emissions, and meet European GSR2 safety standards. The updated fleet includes Renault Captur, Symbioz, Austral, Rafale, and Dacia Duster, all equipped with advanced driving assistance for safer and more sustainable mobility. They will be used across key cities for construction, m...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/03

ive with the commercial launch of Renault 4 E-Tech Electric and the extension of Renault 5 E-Tech electric in its various markets, reinforced by a new version with a 40 KWh battery. Dacia will focus on essentials with the Bigster entering the C segment and will offer three hybrid models for Jogger, Duster, and Bigster. Alpine will introduce the all-electric A390 sport fastback. Based on Renault Group press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/16

Green NCAP releases ratings for Mazda, Tesla, Hyundai, Mercedes, Opel, Dacia, BYD and Chery vehicles On December 12, Green NCAP released results for the Mazda MX-30, Mercedes-Benz GLA, Opel/Vauxhall Corsa, Tesla Model 3, Hyundai KONA, Dacia Duster, BYD ATTO 2, and Chery OMODA5 in its final release of 2024. The Mazda MX-30 e-SKYACTIV R-EV, a plug-in hybrid, achieved a clean air assessment score of 81 km in pure electric range. However, the combust...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/13

oal of reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 35% by 2030. In addition to electrification, efforts are also focused on the development of low-emission combustion engines, particularly through hybrid technologies. The Group launched Renault Austral in 2021, New Renault Espace in 2023, Jogger and Duster in 2023 and 2024 for the Dacia brand: E-Tech hybrid technology reduces fuel consumption by 40% compared with an equivalent combustion engine. A...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/09

Oyak-Renault unveils progress on Turkiye 2027 Plan with new Duster production and future investments On November 26, Renault Group Türkiye CEO announced that Oyak-Renault showcase the progress of its Renault International Game Plan for Turkiye 2027 with the production of new Renault Duster has begun at the Bursa plant. The upcoming developments include the production of three new models in Turkiye by 2027, the launch of new hybrid engine product...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/27

HERE Navigation selected for Dacia’s all-new Duster SUV and new Spring HERE Technologies announced that Dacia has chosen HERE Navigation to power its all-new Duster SUV and new Spring. This cloud-based navigation application for connected vehicles is integrated into the digital cockpit. It provides automotive-grade maps, online and offline search, real-time traffic information, and turn-by-turn voice guidance in an easy-to-use interface. Its ov...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/31

and Dacia was down by 3.8% to 142,431 units in Q3 2024. For electrified vehicles, the sales are made up 30.2% of Renault Group’s passenger car in Europe which is up 3.4 points from 2023. The increase was driven by a 52.4% rise in hybrid sales compared to last year. Strong orders for the new Dacia Duster indicate a positive outlook. Alpine has a good start with orders for its A290 hot hatch, arriving in France in Q4, and is expanding to 160 stor...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/25

FORVIA provides apps market solution for new Dacia vehicles On October 22, FORVIA SE announced that its Apps Market is now featured in around 30,000 Dacia vehicles (as of August 2024), including the new Duster and Spring models. FORVIA’s Apps Market is a scalable white-label Apps Market solution. Users of the Dacia Duster and Dacia Spring will have access to a variety of apps, including Spotify, Amazon Music, and Here Navigation, selected by Da...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/23

ault 5, and Scenic. It will also present the Emblème concept car, R17 Restomod x Ora Ïto show car, and E-Tech full hybrid vehicles, such as the Symbioz and Rafale. The Dacia brand will showcase its recently unveiled all-new Bigster model, along with its entire product range, including the all-new Duster and new Spring. It will also present the Sandrider prototype. The Alpine brand will present its strategic plan, featuring the A390_β, its firs...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/10

aximize efficiency. This hybrid system supports the 1.2-litre 3-cylinder turbocharged engine during start-up and acceleration, reducing fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. The protection running around the body is made from Starkle, a material invented by Dacia's engineers and first used on All-New Duster. Starkle contains up to 20% of recycled polypropylene. Used untreated and unpainted, it has a smaller carbon footprint in manufacture. Dacia is...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/09

share), Dacia registrations increased 16.1% (7.1% share), Fiat brand registrations decreased 44.4% (6.9% share), Renault registrations increased 22.5% (6.0% share).The best-selling cars in August, in order of popularity, were the Fiat Panda, Dacia Sandero, Jeep Avenger, Toyota Yaris Cross and Dacia Duster.The foreign car distributors association (UNRAE) announced that gasoline-powered passenger car sales in August decreased 18.8% y/y to 19,561 un...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/03

lancing a full electric and hybrid range. Renault is Europe's number two hybrid brand, with Clio, Austral, and Captur ranking among the top 10 best-selling hybrids. The brand is now gearing up for the launches of Symbioz, Master, and Renault 5 E-Tech electric in Europe, and internationally, Renault Duster, Grand Koleos, and Kardian. Dacia will introduce the Bigster C-segment SUV, arriving in dealerships in H1 2025. By brand, Renault was up 8.2% t...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/19

Euro NCAP announces safety results of Suzuki, VW, Renault, and BMW Groups cars On July 10, Euro NCAP announced the release of safety ratings for several new cars entering the European market i.e, Dacia Duster and Suzuki Swift received 3 stars, while the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Volkswagen Passat, Škoda Superb, Škoda Kodiaq, BMW X2, Renault Espace, and Renault Rafale achieved the top 5-star rating. Dacia Duster and Suzuki Swift are equipped with m...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/11

ue of 230 Nm at 1,800 rpm. It complies with EU6D-Full regulations and is designed to meet Euro 7 standards. It features advanced thermal management technologies for greater fuel economy. It will be used in various vehicles, including hybrids. The Mioveni plant will produce engines for the new Dacia Duster, while the Valladolid factory in Spain will continue producing HR12 engines for Renault Austral and Espace models. The Mioveni facility will ha...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/06