Renault unveils a global plan to launch 36 new models by 2030, including 22 in Europe with 16 fully electric, aiming for over 2 million annual sales by 2030 and half of those outside Europe, while Europe stays fully electrified.

The strategy shifts from a strict 100% electric goal to include hybrids as EV uptake lags and policy timelines loosen in the EU.

Dacia will expand its EV lineup from one to four models by 2030 as part of Renault’s electrification push.

Provost prioritizes cost control, faster development cycles, and stronger execution, re-integrating Ampere and exploring new ventures like drone production for France’s military needs.

The plan targets competitive cost and speed by adopting a two-year development cycle, aiming to halve factory downtime and cut energy use by 25% to reduce production costs by about 20% globally.

France’s government stake and sovereignty goals push Renault to build critical platforms, software, and propulsion in-house while staying open to selective partnerships.

Software-defined vehicles take center stage with a centralized architecture capable of 90% OTA updates, and an Android-based carOS co-developed with Google to enable deeper AI for infotainment, driver assistance, and chassis control.

The cost-reduction plan includes 30% fewer parts per vehicle, deployment of 350 humanoid robots, AI-driven reductions in downtime, lower energy use, and a 30% drop in logistics costs through improved supply chain management.

Renault will continue EV development and leverage the Horse Powertrain joint venture with Geely to create a smaller hybrid engine, strengthening its stance against low-cost Chinese competition.

Customer experience is central, targeting 80% loyalty over a decade, top-three satisfaction for brands, and software-defined retail to cut distribution costs by 20% via digital twin technology.

Palencia, Spain, is highlighted as a potential production site for the new platform, with unions expected to reach a swift agreement to proceed.

Renault pursues partnerships to widen capacity and reduce costs, including collaborations with Ford for two EVs in France and continued ties with Geely, Nissan, Google, and Qualcomm, while maintaining European independence through a 15% state stake.