Welcome to the Group 1 Renault Blog
The Renault brand is one of the fastest growing in South Africa and offers the discerning driver a bit of French Flair, European Stylings and a whole lot of Gallic Passion. With an ever growing selection of vehicles, and more being added all of the time, we’ll never be short of interesting Renault information to share with you. Please feel free to contact us at any time regarding the articles you find here, as our dedicated team of Renault professionals will always be on hand to help you.
A Short Set Of Interesting Facts About Renault
Posted by Group 1 Renault on 09 Jun 2021 under General, Renault
Renault Facts
There is something about Renault. The solid build, the handsome, but understated looks. The elegant design simplicity in areas such as the air vents. The way the doors “thunk” when you close them. Let’s take a short journey through the long history of Renault, pausing here and there to consider some interesting titbits.
New Cars For Old Clunkers – A Fairy Tale By Renault
Posted by Group 1 Renault on 01 Jun 2021 under Blog, General, News, Renault
Renault is ‘recycling’ their cars for better circular economy
You see it appearing from a cloud of smoke and you look for a space to move into so it can pass. The approaching car is doing that tarmac tarantella that tells you the shocks are shocking. It leans into one wheel like a student after a pub crawl. The windscreen is cracked and there is only one wiper. The colour is Patina de Rust. It is a car that should have been scrapped six owners ago but still stalks our roads, leaking and smelling like an elderly incontinent dog. It is the curse of the developing world – the car that time forgot.
Exploring The Origins Of The Renault Kangoo
Posted by Group 1 Renault on 25 May 2021 under Renault, Renault History, Renault Kangoo
Renault Kangoo origins and updates
Did you know that they have sold more than 4 million Kangoos in 50 countries? This makes the Renault Kangoo somewhat of a legend in its own right and a unique success story. In this article, we take a closer look at the history of the Renault Kangoo and how it has turned into a popular car across the globe.
Safety Measures And Speed Limit Initiated By Renault
Posted by Group 1 Renault on 18 May 2021 under General, News, Renault
Renault recently announced several new safety measures for their cars
Renault is introducing several measures to make its cars safer and reduce road injuries and deaths. The first, and one most likely to lead to controversy, is to limit the speed of all Dacia and Renault models around the world to 180km/h. Let’s talk about this and then look at the other measures proposed.
What’s New On The Updated 2021 Renault Triber?
Posted by Group 1 Renault on 12 May 2021 under News, Renault Triber
Renault’s has added a few more features to the 2021 Renault Triber
The Renault Triber has been on sale in South Africa for over a year and now, the French automaker is upping the ante with the latest 2021 model. Available in three different trims; Expression, Dynamique, and Prestige; the new Renault Triber is getting a few enhancements to improve overall functionality.
Top French Motoring Magazine Recognises Renault E-TECH
Posted by Group 1 Renault on 30 Apr 2021 under Electric Vehicles, News, Renault
Renault’s revolutionary E-TECH hybrids
Bias? Maybe. A French award to a French company. Deserved? Definitely. When you make something this good, the accolades are earned. Renault’s revolutionary hybrid E-TECH has won the prestigious Trophées De L’Argus 2021. L’Argus is the leading French motoring magazine and has been published since 1927. This prize recognises the enormous and practical impact E-TECH is having on motoring.
Renault To Reinforce EV Battery Recycling In New Consortium
Posted by Group 1 Renault on 23 Apr 2021 under Electric Vehicles, General, News, Renault
Renault partners up to recycle electric vehicle batteries
Industry experts have predicted that the estimated number of electric vehicles on the road around the world could increase from eight million in 2020 to 116 million by 2030. This means access to the required raw materials will become more challenging which calls for a strategic approach. One important aspect that can help is EV battery recycling and that’s exactly the approach from Groupe Renault.
The 5-Star NCAP Renault Arkana Is An SUV/Coupe Hybrid
Posted by Group 1 Renault on 14 Apr 2021 under Electric Vehicles, New Car Launches, News, Renault, Renault Arkana, Renault Captur, Renault Clio
Renault’s Renault Arkana Hybrid
Horse lovers like to say a camel is a horse designed by a committee. A hybrid, in other words. Which is fine until you try and cross the desert on your horse. In cars, a hybrid refers to some kind of petrol/electric drive and a decade ago people called them the worst of both worlds. This is no longer the case, with even Formula One cars now hybrids.
The Renault LCV Range Expands With Tailor-Made Solutions
Posted by Group 1 Renault on 12 Apr 2021 under Electric Vehicles, New Car Launches, News, Renault, Renault Kangoo, Renault Trafic
Renault has upped the ante with their new LCV range
The Renault LCV range is expanding with a renewed focus on meeting all the needs of professionals across the world. After the refreshed Renault Master in 2019, the French automaker is giving it a new look along with introducing the all-new Renault Kangoo Van, the Express Van, New Trafic Combi and the New SpaceClass.
New Renault Logo Sheds Light On The Brand’s Future Focus
Posted by Group 1 Renault on 31 Mar 2021 under Blog, General, News
Renault’s new logo aligns with Renaulution
If you haven’t heard about the new Renault logo, you’re not alone as it’s been somewhat of a silent launch. While most brands announce their new logos with press releases, social media posts and advertisements, Renault seems to have taken a stealthier approach.
