ArcelorMittal supplies Usibor 1500 steel for Renault’s new generation BEV models On March 31, ArcelorMittal announced that it is supplying Usibor 1500 XCarb recycled and renewably produced steel for five hot-stamped structural parts used on Renault 5 E-Tech electric, Alpine A290, and Renault 4 E-Tech electric. ArcelorMittal started supplies in September 2025. This steel grade is produced via scrap-based EAF production route with 75% scrap conte...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/02

Renault announces futuREady strategy On March 10, Renault Group introduced a new strategy called futuREady to keep growing and stay strong. The company will use its vehicle platforms to improve competitiveness and create products that better meet customer needs. Renault will also focus on growing markets such as India, South America, and South Korea to expand globally. The company plans a second product launch phase, introducing 22 new models in ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/10

Renault to develop next-gen EV platform and SDV under futuREady strategy On March 10, Renault Group announced that it will use its own engineering expertise along with support from suppliers to improve innovation and develop new technologies in the new “futuREady” strategic plan. Renault will develop the next generation of C-segment electric vehicles that offer high efficiency and the best balance between range and cost. These vehicles will ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/10

Renault to introduce full hybrid E-Tech Koleos SUV in Brazil On March 5, it was reported that Renault will expand its SUV lineup in Brazil with the introduction of the Koleos full hybrid E-Tech, scheduled to arrive at dealerships in the second half of April. Unlike the locally produced Kardian and Boreal, the new Koleos will be imported from South Korea and built on the CMA (Compact Modular Architecture) platform developed by Geely and Volvo. It ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/07

Renault Group to acquire full ownership of Flexis from Volvo and CMA CGM On February 23, Flexis announced that its three founding shareholders i.e., Renault Group, Volvo Group, and CMA CGM Group have agreed that Renault Group will take full ownership of the company. Renault Group will buy the 45% stake from Volvo Group and the 10% stake from CMA CGM Group. This will allow Renault to fully lead the development and production of the next generation...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/23

GlobalData blog: Brussels Motor Show 2026: Taking up the mantle from Geneva Now one of Europe’s premiere auto events after the effective demise of the Geneva International Motor Show, the 102nd edition of the Brussels Motor Show—packed with dazzling concept cars, world debuts and a record-breaking attendance—certainly lived up to the billing, firmly establishing itself as the start-of-year anchor for Europe’s automotive calendar. On the s...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/29

Renault launches new-generation Duster SUV in India On January 26, 2026, Renault announced the new-generation Duster SUV for the Indian market, launching in spring 2026 and assembled at the company's Chennai plant. The model is available with three powertrain options. Duster measures 4,343 mm long, 1,813 mm wide, 1,659 mm high, and its wheelbase 2,657 mm. The Full Hybrid E-Tech 160 features a 1.8-litre 4-cylinder gasoline engine with 160 hp and 1...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/27

Renault Group sales rise 3.2% in 2025 On January 20, Renault Group reported that its global sales rose 3.2% YoY to 2,336,807 units in 2025. By brand, Renault was up 3.2% YoY to 1,628,030 units, Dacia was up 3.1% YoY to 697,408 units, and Alpine was up 139.2% YoY to 10,970 units sold in 2025. Alpine passed 10,000 vehicle registrations for the first time, i.e., more than double last year’s total. The Group sold 1,607,848 vehicles in Europe.  The...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/20

OYAK reveals 2026 Renault models lineup for Türkiye market On January 8, OYAK announced the Renault product line for 2026 which will be produced locally at Oyak Renault factory in Türkiye. The sixth-generation Renault Clio will launch in the first quarter of 2026, followed by the new Renault Boreal. Updated Megane E-Tech and Scenic electric models will also go on sale in Türkiye, along with a minibus version of the Renault Master. Dacia will r...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/08

Renault Filante Record 2025 demo EV achieves 1,008 km range without recharging On December 23, Renault announced that it has set a new EV efficiency record with its Filante Record 2025 concept car. During a test on December 18, 2025, at UTAC’s circuit in Morocco, the car drove 1,008 km without recharging at an average speed of 102 km/h. The 1,000 kg vehicle completed the run under 9 hours and 52 minutes using an 87 kWh battery, the same size as...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/23

Renault announces Twingo E-Tech electric details On December 16, Renault announced the launch details and pricing for the new Twingo E-Tech electric. The Renault Twingo E-Tech electric is powered by an 82 hp electric motor paired with a 27.5 kWh battery, delivering a driving range of up to 263 km. The powertrain is optimized for urban use, offering zero tailpipe emissions and features such as one-pedal driving on higher trims to improve efficienc...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/17

Slovenia approves up to EUR 29 million in subsidies for Renault’s Revoz EV investment On December 4, multiple sources reported that the Slovenian government approved up to EUR 29 million in subsidies for Revoz, Renault’s Slovenian unit, as it prepares to start producing the Twingo E-Tech electric car next year. The support includes up to EUR 21.1 million for a EUR 109 million investment in EV production and up to EUR 3.6 million for a EUR 14 ...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/08

GlobalData blog: What is the current state of the BEV market in Europe? A year has passed since I wrote my blog on the Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) slowdown in the EU. The situation at that time could be wrapped up by the old caption: “Instead of a boom, we are witnessing a series of closures, cancelations, anxiety, and a whole lot of uncertainty!”. However, since then, circumstances have improved in many respects, and most OEMs have respon...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/05

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

Ampere unveils rapid-developed of Renault Twingo E-Tech with LFP pouch cell pack On November 27, Ampere announced that Renault Twingo E-Tech electric is equipped with LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) battery, marking the first model to use pouch-type cells. The design fits more cells in the same space and reduces the use of critical metals such as cobalt and nickel, supporting more sustainable EVs without losing safety or performance. With the LFP ba...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/01

Renault and Geely to include 2027 Kwid in investment plan in Brazil On November 18, 2025, it was reported that Renault and its new partner Geely will include the next-generation Renault Kwid in their joint BRL 3.8 billion investment plan for Brazil. The renewed subcompact, to be produced in Sao Jose dos Pinhais starting in mid-2026 as a 2027 model, will feature a design identical to the Chinese electric Kwid E-Tech while maintaining the CMF-A pla...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/25

Renault Revoz plant, Slovenia secures government support to produce all-new Twingo E-Tech Electric On November 11, the Slovenia Business Development Agency announced that the new Renault Twingo E-Tech Electric will be built in the Revoz plant in Novo Mesto, Slovenia. Full production begins early next year, and the plant will hire 250 more workers. Revoz will also build two other small electric cars i.e., one from Dacia and another one from Nissan...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/21

Renault Trucks unveils electric heavy-duty trucks, which can drive up to 600 km On November 18, Renault Trucks unveiled the new E-Tech T 585 and E-Tech T 780 electric heavy-duty trucks. The range of the new models was extended compared with the existing E-Tech T 540 by adopting an electric axle that places the motor and transmission at the rear. Using the e-axle freed up space between the side members to accommodate additional battery packs. The...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/20

Renault Trucks launches new E-Tech D12 and D14 electric trucks On November 18, Renault Trucks announced the expansion of its electric lineup with the introduction of the Renault Trucks E-Tech D12 and D14. Both models are now available to order and will be built at the Blainville-sur-Orne plant in France. The E-Tech D12 for the French market and the E-Tech D14 for other European markets share the same design and performance while meeting the spec...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/19

Renault unveils all-new Trafic Van E-Tech EV with new software-defined architecture On November 18, Renault unveiled the fourth-generation Trafic Van E-Tech electric at Solutrans 2025, France. The model will be built in France at Renault’s Sandouville plant in late 2026, which will also handle many customer-specific conversions. The van uses a new software-centered architecture. Instead of dozens of small computers spread across the vehicle, e...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/18