Renault

Renault recalls 1,222 cars for transmission flaw

kellywang — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 06:29:04 -0600

Renault AG is recalling a combined 1,222 sedans to fix potential problems with the automatic transmission, China's quality regulator said Wednesday.

Renault Koleos to land in China in early 2009

kellywang — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 03:03:30 -0600

The all-new Koleos, French carmaker Renault's first Crossover SUV model, will be imported to the Chinese market in March 2009 to compete with numerous city SUVs locally made in China, said xinhuanet.com today. Its selling price may start from 242,000 yuan ($35,500).

Partnership between renault and EDF Objective

harminka — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 13:08:31 -0500

Renault and French electric utility EDF today signed a memorandum of understanding to create, starting with France, a large scale zero-emissions individual transport and travel system.

Renault Koleos likely to be made in China

kellywang — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 07:04:25 -0500

The all-new Koleos, French carmaker Renault's first Crossover SUV model, will be likely made in China for the local market, said xinhuanet.com today. The car will sell in China first as imported cars early next year before it is locally manufactured.

Renault likely to unveil China production project

kellywang — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 07:01:44 -0500

French car maker Renault SA is expected to leak some information about its mass production project in China within one week, the National Business Daily reported Wednesday.

Renault-Nissan Invests 80 Million Euros In new Project at South Africa

harminka — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 13:08:16 -0500

The Renault-Nissan Alliance has confirmed the launch of a new manufacturing project in South Africa. Nissan’s manufacturing plant at Rosslyn was identified as having the potential to maximize synergies between Renault and Nissan.

Microsoft-Renault Technology Partnership

harminka — Sun, 08 Jun 2008 13:14:48 -0500

On 24 May 2008, the Laguna Coupé microsite became the first carmaker’s vehicle revelation site to harness second-generation Silverlight technology with Deep Zoom feature: revolutionary technology achieving unprecedented detail.

New Renault Fleet for Motorsport Vision circuits

harminka — Sun, 08 Jun 2008 09:58:46 -0500

For the fourth consecutive year, MotorSport Vision has teamed up with Renault for the French manufacturer and Formula 1 constructor to supply driving experience and race meeting support vehicles to MSV venues.

Renault, Nissan Break Ground for New Plant in India

harminka — Sat, 07 Jun 2008 03:53:50 -0500

Renault Nissan Automotive India Private Limited (RNAIPL) today hosted the ground breaking ceremony for its new passenger vehicle plant in Chennai, India, expected to begin operations in 2010. The facility will have an annual production capacity of 400,000 and will produce vehicles for export and the local market for both Renault and Nissan.

Laguna Coupe first public showing at Cannes Film Festival

harminka — Fri, 30 May 2008 13:39:48 -0500

In keeping with the style and seduction of its latest creation, Renault chose the most glamorous weekend in Europe’s social calendar to take the wraps off of the Laguna Coupé at the Cannes Film Festival and Monaco Grand Prix.

Renault scoops highly-coverted environment award in 2008 Fleet World Honours

harminka — Mon, 19 May 2008 07:45:11 -0500

Renault is celebrating after scooping the highly-coveted Environment Award in the 2008 Fleet World Honours, thanks to its impressive range of low emission vehicles. Renault’s Trafic van remains the LCV to beat after winning ‘Best Medium Van’ for an outstanding sixth consecutive year.

New Kangoo Van and Kangoo Compact made world debut at European Road Transport Show

harminka — Mon, 19 May 2008 07:43:11 -0500

Unveiled in October 2007 at the European Road Transport Show, Renault’s New Kangoo Van will be offered with a choice of two wheelbases to build on the success of the current range. In the UK, up to three trim levels will be available depending on bodystyle.