François Provost

Chief Executive Officer, Renault Group (Renault S.A.)

Search every verified François Provost interview, podcast appearance, and on-the-record quote — each transcript cross-checked by AI and human review to confirm speaker identity. François Provost, CEO of Renault Group, presented the company's new models and strategy at the Paris Motor Show in October 2026. He unveiled the Renault 5 Turbo 3E, which he described as a modern electric reinterpretation of the legendary Renault 5 Turbo, featuring dual in-wheel motor technology and 555 horsepower. He also presented the Renault E-Space concept, calling it a contemporary reboot of the original 1984 Espace. At the company's press conference, Provost outlined Renault's "Future Ready" vision, which prioritizes emotional products, electrification, proprietary technology, and customer experience, noting that two out of three Renault passenger cars sold in Europe are already electrified. Provost also spoke publicly about the challenges facing the European automotive industry. At the Paris Automotive Summit, he said the industry is in danger and criticized European regulations, including CO2 targets and standards, which he argued add costs and are unattainable. He stated that if a 2030 derogation is not granted, he would propose cutting 300,000 units of production in Europe. He expressed support for a European Union agreement to limit Chinese hybrid car imports, describing it as a good deal that would allow for orderly competition and investment in Europe. Provost also said Renault has invested €13 billion in France over the past five years and plans to invest more than €10 billion in the next five, but he conditioned these investments on political, economic, and social stability in France.