Stories
India remains top priority for Renault outside Europe: CEO Francois Provost
N
News18•12-10-2026, 17:15
India remains top priority for Renault outside Europe: CEO Francois Provost
- •Renault Group CEO Francois Provost stated that India is the company's top priority outside Europe.
- •The carmaker is heavily pushing for full hybrid and electric vehicle models tailored for the Indian market.
- •Renault fully acquired the Chennai plant, previously co-owned with Nissan, to support its continued growth in India.
- •Provost emphasized that localising technology in India will ensure affordability for Indian customers.
- •The company aims to convince Indian buyers that diesel is outdated and that Renault's full hybrid technology represents modernity.
Key Questions Answered
India is considered Renault Group's top priority outside Europe, prompting the company to invest heavily and fully acquire its Chennai plant to drive long-term growth in the region.
Renault aims to introduce seven new models by 2030, capture roughly 5% of the domestic passenger vehicle market, and position India among its top three global markets.
Renault is pushing for electrification in India by focusing on full hybrids and electric vehicles, aiming to provide affordable local technology while phasing out diesel.
