New Renault Duster TechRoad Adds Impetus To The Range
Posted by Group 1 Renault on 19 Aug 2019 under News, Renault, Renault Duster
Renault Duster Gets TechRoad Additions
The French automaker has done it again as the all-new Renault Duster TechRoad looks incredible and so does the price and all the features. It adds even further impetus to the already impressive range especially considering the successful launch of the new Renault Duster SUV in 2018 and the 4×4 version not too long ago.
Second Generation Renault Captur Coming To South Africa
Posted by Group 1 Renault on 12 Aug 2019 under New Car Launches, News, Renault, Renault Captur
Second Generation Renault Captur Models
The all-new second-generation Renault Captur crossover is bound for South Africa and we couldn’t be more excited. Judging from a few ‘not-so-secret’ spy shots, it certainly looks the part while showing off the new modular CMF-B platform with an eye on electrification along with level 2 semi-autonomous driving tech.
Renault’s Plan To Introduce Teen Girls To The Hard Sciences
Posted by Group 1 Renault on 18 Jul 2019 under Formula 1 Racing Team, News, Renault
Renault Formula 1
When Renault F1 and tech partner Infinity celebrated International Women in Engineering Day in June, they showcased achievement rather than ambition. Renault F1 engineer Kayleigh Messer and Infiniti Engineer and racing driver Sabré Cook showcased two generations of women at the cutting edge of racing technology.
Introducing The Seven-Seater Renault Triber
Posted by Group 1 Renault on 08 Jul 2019 under New Car Launches, News, Renault, Renault Captur, Renault Kadjar, Renault Triber
2020 Renault Triber
There is some good news all the way from Delhi, India in the form of the new seven-seater Renault Triber. Renault has made a bold move expanding their range in the hotly contested crossover market. The Triber is a modified version of the Renault Kwid’s CMF-A platform and will be vying for top spot against the likes of the Honda BR-V, Suzuki Ertiga and Toyota Avanza.
Vehicle To Grid – Using Your EV To Feed The Network
Posted by Group 1 Renault on 27 Jun 2019 under Blog, News, Renault, Renault Zoe
Renault Vehicle-To-Grid
So your plug-in electric is greenest when it uses renewable energy to charge. No dirty coal or hang-around-for-ever nuclear. But now the sun’s not shining and the wind isn’t blowing, but you are not using your green mobile. So you plug it in and give back, getting paid for it.
Renault Shows Off Future Van Concepts
Posted by Group 1 Renault on 20 Jun 2019 under Concept Cars, News, Renault Kangoo, Renault Trafic
Renault Vans Of The Future
Europe’s high-margin van segment is about to get even more competitive as Renault shows off their light-commercial vehicle range. The French automaker hopes to build on their already impressive leadership within the highly contested market with a few new faces.
Renault In China, The Car Market Of This Century
Posted by Group 1 Renault on 13 Jun 2019 under Blog, News, Renault
Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi
We recently wrote about the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi partnership investing heavily in new mobility in China. Two things here: new mobility and China.
Renault, Nissan, And Mitsubishi Buying Into New Mobility
Posted by Group 1 Renault on 30 May 2019 under Autonomous Cars, News, Renault
Newest Renault Nissan Mitsubishi Alliance Venture
The Renault, Nissan and Mitsubishi partnership is investing big money in new mobility. Why are they doing this, and what is new mobility?
New mobility in this sense means cars, specifically the big disruptive changes that will transform the face of motoring. Predictions are that cars and driving will see a revolution in the next five to ten years that would dwarf the evolution of the last five decades. Their investment will guarantee the Partnership a seat on this rollercoaster.
Renault Alaskan Double-Cab Coming To South Africa
Posted by Group 1 Renault on 23 May 2019 under News, Renault, Renault Alaskan
2021 Renault Alaskan
The Renault Alaskan double-cab bakkie, which is based on the Nissan Navara platform, has had a facelift and it looks pretty impressive. Adding to that, Renault has also confirmed that the Alaskan leisure bakkie and Duster Oroch will be available in South Africa.
2019 Renault Kwid Gets A Facelift
Posted by Group 1 Renault on 15 May 2019 under Blog, New Car Launches, News, Renault, Renault Kwid
2019 Renault KWID
Toward the latter part of 2018, there were several reports of a facelifted Renault Kwid heading to South Africa. That rumour has been confirmed as an updated version will be on sale in October.
The Renault Kwid first launched in India as far back as September 2015 and reached our shores in November 2016. Since then, the Renault Kwid has become a popular choice for many taking 3rd place overall of South Africa’s top 10 best-selling passenger cars in February 2019 with 1 069 units. On top of that, they have sold over 20 000 vehicles since its November 2016 debut.
