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Renault-Nissan hires Jim Press as advisor
Renault-Nissan has confirmed this week that the Renault SA-Nissan Motor Co. alliance has hired Jim Press, formerly the vice chairman and president for Chrysler and president of Toyota North America, as a consultant for the French-Japanese duo's global sales and marketing. He was the first non-Japanese to get a board position at Toyota.Press' latest role in the automotive industry was that of Chrysler CEO and has already been working for Renault-Nissan for the past four months, as an independent consultant in sales, marketing and distribution, alliance spokesman Simon Sproule said in Tokyo on Wednesday."He's visited with our dealers in the States, Europe and Japan and ...
Tags: hires, jim-press, advisor, renault-nissan, renault, nissan
2010 update for Renault Twingo
Renault tweaked Twingo a bit and is presenting now this year updated Twingo unit line.Clients that want a Twingo model can choose now between 6 'civilian' levels of equipment and 2 Renault Sport variants. The Acces is the entry level of the line-up. It's followed by Authentique, Rip Curl and Expression. On the upper Twingo range level you'll find GT and Initiale variants. The sport arm of Renault is offering the Gordini R.S. and R.S. variants, powered by a 1.6 liter 133 HP engine.Twingo's entry level unit will be fitted with the 1.2 liter 60 HP costing 7,990 Euro, for the Acces level of equipment. ...
Tags: twingo, twingo-rs, 2010, update, lower-co2-emissions, renault
Renault Clio S launched on different markets
The Clio 'S' variant got announced by Renault; the unit will be launched this year to multiple markets.Clio S - like its predecessor from 1990, has a sporty look with a competitive cost. The main exterior of the vehicle presents white alloy 16-inch rims, red or white exterior mirrors, extra-tinted rear windows, rear lip spoiler, front bumper insert, on the roof and sides- matching 'S' stripes.The S features white instrument dials, dashboard trim & white centre console and 'S' black cloth embossed upholstery with a checkered white pattern.The brand new variant is inspired from the present Expression trim found on Clio, allowing clients to pick ...
Tags: clio-s, market, renault, tce, sporty
Renault is preparing the Algerian factory for Sandero, Logan
Renault studies the possibilities of setting up a brand new Algerian factory responsible for making a few units, including Dacia's Sandero and Logan and Renault Symbol. Le Monde reported that Renault would be holding a 49 % share in this joint venture and SNVI state-owned will be taking the rest - 51 % stake, complying the local regulations.A spokesman of Renault confirmed the fact that the wee known French carmaker wants to expand the regional operations but said no decision is made yet. It appears the firm sold 39,000 vehicles in total past year badged as Renault and 17,000 models were with the Dacia ...
Tags: sandero, logan, renault, algeria, factory, india
Glass top of Renault Megane CC in action on video
With a month before its world debut, Renault decided it was time to show the Renault Megane CC, in order to create more interest from the public ahead of the Geneva Motor Show. Now, they have launched a promotional video in which we can see the glass top of the Renault Megane CC in action. More precisely, we get to see the two piece retractable glass roof that folds away in the boot, transforming the car from a coupe to a convertible. In the two minute and 45 seconds long video we also get to see detailed shots of the car, both with ...
Tags: megane, cc, megane-cc, glass, top, roof, action, video, renault
Renault debuts Clio 20th Anniversary Edition
Renault Clio, 'the small car with big car attributes' celebrates its 20th anniversary and over ten million models sold in the world. The best way to celebrate is debuting an exclusive limited edition 20th variants of the 3- and 5- door Clio, Clio Renault Sport and Clio Estate. You'll recognize it easily, the 20th limited edition Renault Clio, by the specific B pillars '20th' badging, the front bumper mouldings with gloss black finish, mirrors on the exterior and protective moulding side end-pieces, visible stitched dashboard, the air vents - anthracite grey, centre console and on its front door sills you can see the '20th' badging. ...
Tags: clio, anniversary, 20th, renault, renault-sport, special-edition
First official video of Renault Wind released
After the official revealing that took place a day or two ago, Renault launched the first official video of its new Renault Wind. The almost one minute long video shows us the rotating top of the Renault Wind in action. More precisely, the novel electric roof of the Renault Wind manages to pivot open in 12 seconds without having any effect on luggage space. The coupe cabriolet Renault Wind is based on the Renault Twingo , but it is 230 millimeters longer and has its own unique styling and it will be sold separately. More precisely, the Renault Wind is ...
Tags: wind, cc, video, official, first, released, renault, twingo
Renault F1 Team starts its winter test programme
Having presented the R30 to the media yesterday, the Renault F1 Team kicked off its 2010 testing programme today in Valencia.Robert Kubica was the man behind the wheel as the team’s 2010 challenger took to the circuit for the very first time shortly after 10:00am local time. The car was running with the distinctive black and yellow livery that was shown for the first time yesterday.The team’s programme focussed on getting the car settled and getting Robert familiar with the new systems. This was also the team’s first opportunity to experience the narrower 2010-spec Bridgestone tyres. For the afternoon the team experimented with weight distribution.Robert ...
Tags: r30, winter, f1-test, renault-r30, formula-1, winter-test, valencia, r30, robert-kubica
Toy Renault Twingo CC previews real life production model
Previews are getting more and more ingenious. This time, a French company named Norev which is well known for its scale models created a die-cast model of the Renault Twingo CC that has not been launched until now. It is quite possible that Renault themselves to have approved the launch of this toy scale replica of the Renault Twingo CC, in order to get more attention from the public. The die-cast previewing method is not new, as we got the see the Citroen C4 Picasso previewed by a toy scale replica back in 2006 while last summer we got to get a glimpse ...
Tags: twingo-cc, twingo, real-life, production, preview, real, life, toy, renault
Citroen DS3 R3 - good and ready for production
As you know, the new Citroen DS3 will be available in hot hatch variant also. But, at that moment there wasn't any rumors about the brand new variant's name; apparently this super-DS3 model will be called R3. At least this was what the inside sources informed PistonHeads, the exact same source broking the news last week.The sources state Citroen knows how the new R3 it would look, so now its development has green light, in 2011 it's scheduled for production. All of this, besides its name plate matching it on the hot hatch model. This mean DS3 will be made beginning from the 1.6l (created ...
Tags: ds3-r3, hot-hatch, citroen, production
- january 2009
Renault Clio
4-doors, sedan
- Fuel: petrol
Topspeed: 230 km/h- october 2007
Renault Clio Estate
5-doors, stationwagon
- Fuel: diesel
Topspeed: 244 km/h- march 2008
Renault Espace
2-doors, coupé
- Fuel: petrol
Topspeed: 250 km/h- june 2005
Renault Grand Espace
2-doors, coupé
- Fuel: petrol
Topspeed: 250 km/h- june 2005
Renault Kangoo Family
2-doors, cabriolet
- Fuel: petrol
Topspeed: 250 km/h- october 2005
Renault Koleos
2-doors, cabriolet
- Fuel: diesel
Topspeed: 246 km/h- april 2008
Renault Laguna
4-doors, coupé
- Fuel: petrol
Topspeed: 250 km/h- september 2007
Renault Laguna Estate
4-doors, sedan
- Fuel: petrol
Topspeed: - km/h- june 2006
Renault Laguna Coupe
4-doors, sedan
- Fuel: petrol
Topspeed: 250 km/h- june 2006
Renault Megane
4-doors, sedan
- Fuel: petrol
Topspeed: 250 km/h- june 2006
Renault Megane Grand Tour
4-doors, sedan
- Fuel: diesel
Topspeed: 238 km/h- june 2006
Renault Megane Coupe
5-doors, stationwagon
- Fuel: petrol
Topspeed: 232 km/h- september 2007
Renault Megane Coupe-Cabriolet
5-doors, stationwagon
- Fuel: diesel
Topspeed: 202 km/h- june 2006
Renault Grand Modus
5-doors, stationwagon
- Fuel: diesel
Topspeed: 236 km/h- february 2002
Renault Grand Scenic
3-doors, wagon
- Fuel: diesel
Topspeed: 160 km/h- june 2008
Renault Scenic
5-doors, wagon
- Fuel: diesel
Topspeed: 205 km/h- september 2005
Renault Twingo
4-doors, sedan
- Fuel: petrol
Topspeed: 250 km/h- february 2008
Renault Vel Satis
4-doors, sedan
- Fuel: petrol
Topspeed: 250 km/h- october 1994
Renault 11
5-doors, mpv
- Fuel: petrol
Topspeed: 195 km/h- september 2000
Renault 14
5-doors, mpv
- Fuel: diesel
Topspeed: 175 km/h- august 2002
Renault 18
5-doors, mpv
- Fuel: petrol
Topspeed: 185 km/h- july 2006
Renault 18 Combi
5-doors, mpv
- Fuel: diesel
Topspeed: 190 km/h- november 1985
Renault 19
3-doors, hatchback
- Fuel: petrol
Topspeed: 155 km/h- october 1989
Renault 19 Chamade
5-doors, hatchback
- Fuel: diesel
Topspeed: 155 km/h- february 1978
Renault 19 Cabriolet
3-doors, coupé
- Fuel: petrol
Topspeed: 186 km/h- october 1998
Renault 20
3-doors, coupé
- Fuel: petrol
Topspeed: 225 km/h- january 1982
Renault 21
3-doors, hatchback
- Fuel: petrol
Topspeed: 144 km/h- march 1984
Renault 21 Nevada
3-doors, hatchback
- Fuel: diesel
Topspeed: 147 km/h- august 1988
Renault 25
3-doors, hatchback
- Fuel: petrol
Topspeed: 157 km/h- january 1986
Renault 30
3-doors, hatchback
- Fuel: petrol
Topspeed: 176 km/h- january 1987
Renault 4
3-doors, hatchback
- Fuel: petrol
Topspeed: 179 km/h- october 1989
Renault 5
3-doors, hatchback
- Fuel: petrol
Topspeed: 177 km/h- september 1990
Renault 9
3-doors, hatchback
- Fuel: petrol
Topspeed: 186 km/h- september 1992
Renault Alpine
3-doors, hatchback
- Fuel: petrol
Topspeed: 177 km/h- september 1992
Renault Alpine A310
3-doors, hatchback
- Fuel: petrol
Topspeed: 187 km/h- march 1994
Renault Alpine A610
3-doors, hatchback
- Fuel: petrol
Topspeed: 187 km/h- september 1992
Renault Avantime
3-doors, hatchback
- Fuel: petrol
Topspeed: 202 km/h- september 1996
Renault Fuego
5-doors, hatchback
- Fuel: diesel
Topspeed: 163 km/h- august 1998
Renault Kangoo
5-doors, hatchback
- Fuel: diesel
Topspeed: 172 km/h- october 1993
Renault Laguna Break
5-doors, stationwagon
- Fuel: diesel
Topspeed: 172 km/h- october 1989
Renault Laguna Grand Tour
3-doors, hatchback
- Fuel: petrol
Topspeed: 162 km/h- february 2008
Renault Megane Sedan
5-doors, hatchback
- Fuel: petrol
Topspeed: 161 km/h- september 2002
Renault Megane Break
5-doors, hatchback
- Fuel: diesel
Topspeed: 186 km/h- february 2003
Renault Megane Cabriolet
5-doors, stationwagon
- Fuel: petrol
Topspeed: 171 km/h- october 2001
Renault Megane Scenic
5-doors, stationwagon
- Fuel: diesel
Topspeed: 196 km/h- may 2005
Renault Modus
5-doors, stationwagon
- Fuel: petrol
Topspeed: 172 km/h- february 2004
Renault Nevada
5-doors, mpv
- Fuel: petrol
Topspeed: 180 km/h- february 2004
Renault Safrane
5-doors, mpv
- Fuel: diesel
Topspeed: 159 km/h- august 2000
Renault Scenic RX4
5-doors, mpv
- Fuel: petrol
Topspeed: 217 km/h- march 1994
Renault Sport Spider
5-doors, hatchback
- Fuel: petrol
Topspeed: 180 km/h
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