Renault Launches 'National Van Week'
Jan 13, 2009
The January sales are already in full flow, so Renault are pleased to now let van buyers get in on the act, with the launch of 'National Van Week'. Originally planned to run from 16th January for seven days, Van Week has now been extended to give customers more opportunity to see the New Kangoo Van range and also benef ... Continue reading
Renault Resilient Amid A Global Market Crisis
Jan 9, 2009
In a world market that fell 4.8%, the Renault Group reported a 4.2% drop in sales, for a 3.6% increase in market share. The Group pursued its international growth with a 1.5% rise in sales outside Europe to a total of 873,798 units, nearly 37% of all Renault group sales. ... Continue reading
Renault's National Test Drive Programme Expands With Addition Of New Megane
Jan 8, 2009
Following the success of its national test drive programme for New Laguna, Renault has now added the eye-catching New Mégane Hatch with immediate effect, to entice both potential retail and fleet customers into its new five-door. ... Continue reading
Renault Introduces New Entry-Level Twingo Freeway
Jan 7, 2009
When the New Year arrives, it's usual to make lots of unrealistic resolutions but if your aim is to inject some style without breaking the bank then Renault has the answer with the launch of its lowest-priced Twingo, the Freeway. Priced at just £6,995 on the road, Twingo Freeway offers practicality, interior space and ... Continue reading
Dec 30, 2008
Today, in the post-Christmas sales rush, a new crowd-puller joins the throng at London's newest shopping destination - Westfield London, as Renault's svelte New Laguna Coupé takes centre-stage at the hottest new addition to the city's vibrant shopping scene. ... Continue reading
Renault Grand Modus By Lafuma - A Limited Edition MPV Traveller
Dec 19, 2008
Readily associated with the great outdoors and the environment, the Lafuma brand has long equipped mountaineering enthusiasts. The introduction of the limited edition Grand Modus by Lafuma today sees it turn its attention to a Renault model which epitomizes two values that are shared by both brands: a desire to get awa ... Continue reading
Renault To Make Guest Star Appearance On The 2009 Traversée de Paris
Dec 19, 2008
The ninth Traversée de Paris, which is organised by Vincennes en Anciennes, will take place on Sunday January 4, 2009. This annual run for classic vehicles crosses historical Paris and takes in such celebrated districts as the Bastille and Montmartre, as well as the famous Place de l'Opéra and Place Vendôme. ... Continue reading
Dacia's Light Commercial Vehicle Range Now Available In France. Pre-Tax Prices Start From EUR 6,500.
Dec 17, 2008
Dacia has extended its line-up in France with the introduction of two Light Commercial Vehicles (LCV): Logan van and Logan pick-up. Both benefit from Renault's considerable expertise in thefield of LCVs and deliver the same simple design, robustness and unrivalled value for money that have become hallmarks of the entir ... Continue reading
Renault Koleos Wins Hat-Trick at Plnaet 4x4 Magazine's 2008 Awards
Dec 12, 2008
Proving that its first compact 4x4 has as much substance as style, Renault's recently launched Koleos has driven away with a hat-trick of titles at Planet 4x4 magazine's 2008 awards, including the '4x4 of the Year' trophy. ... Continue reading
Change at the Head of the Renault Board of Directors
Dec 11, 2008
Today at the Renault Board of Directors, Louis Schweitzer, Chairman of the Board of Directors, confirmed that he would not seek the renewal of his mandate as a Director at the Annual General Shareholders Meeting on May 6th 2009. ... Continue reading
Better Place Plugs First Charge Spot to Electric Car
Dec 8, 2008
TEL AVIV, Israel December 8, 2008; Better Place Israel, which is deploying the worldâs first nationwide network for charging electric vehicles, today demonstrated for the first time its charging spot plugged in and charging an electric car in Israel. The company unveiled its first plugged in parking lots as well a ... Continue reading
Renault Announces Commercial Measures To Complement The Government Plan
Dec 5, 2008
With the automotive industry hit hard by the economic and financial crisis, the measures taken by the French government should help to revitalize activity. The bonus for replacing vehicles over ten years old, totaling 1,000 euros, will encourage the renewal of an aging vehicle population through the purchase of new, mo ... Continue reading
Renault's New Megane Achieves Maximum Score In Euro Ncap Crash Test
Nov 26, 2008
With a score of 37 points out of 37 in its Euro NCAP crash tests, Renault's New Mégane has achieved the joint highest-ever score, matching that of Qashqai, from sister company Nissan, last year. ... Continue reading
Portugal And Renault-Nissan Alliance Implement Zero Emission Mobility For 2010
Nov 24, 2008
The Government of Portugal and the Renault-Nissan Alliance today announced a comprehensive partnership to deliver zero emission mobility to Portugal from 2010. The plan will utilise electric vehicles supplied by the Alliance, and will leverage an extensive charging network that will be built across Portugal over the ne ... Continue reading
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