Hello. Hello, hello everyone.
For 127 years, Renault Group has been part of the Paris Motor Show. It is here, generation after generation, that some of Renault's most iconic cars were launched — cars that have been part of the lives of millions of families in France, in Europe, and all around the world.
127 years later, Renault is still here. But the world around us has changed. The geopolitical environment is uncertain. Technological revolutions, from electrification to AI, are moving fast. And new competitors are rewriting the rules of the industry.
In this context, we are moving forward — and faster than ever before.
Last March, we presented our new vision, Future is D. We made clear choices. First, to prioritize emotional products. Second, to move at full speed on electrification, from full hybrid to 100% electric. Third, to develop our own cutting-edge technologies, especially where they matter most: electric and software. And fourth, to deliver quality and a customer experience at the very best market standard.
In short, we want to make Renault Group the benchmark manufacturer in Europe with a global reach. And it has already started. Our revenue growth accelerated by 10% compared to last year. For our three brands, our lineup is delivering results in Europe. For Renault, the new Clio and Twingo are off to a very strong start. Dacia is the number three brand in private sales in Europe, and Alpine reached a new sales record in the first half.
We are also accelerating the third phase of our international expansion. In India, Bridger will be our flagship — designed and developed in India for India, with a distinctive design, electrified powertrains, and global potential.
We are also bringing new technologies into our vehicles at record speed, from next-generation batteries to the Gemini AI assistant. With Twingo, we were the first European manufacturer to develop a new vehicle in just two years without compromising on quality or design. And that is now the benchmark for all our new projects.
That is Future Ready in action. And that is why today, despite all these challenges, I am fully confident about our future.
First, because we are more innovative than ever. Look at our new Trafic Van E-Tech electric. It has just been named International Van of the Year. Built on a modern 100% electric 800-volt architecture, it offers the fastest charging performance in its segment.
Trafic Van E-Tech is also a technological breakthrough. It is the first vehicle defined by European SDV software. It keeps improving through over-the-air updates, just like a smartphone.
For a delivery van that makes more than 100 stops a day, customers can install business-specific apps — from connected route planning to fleet management. Its real-time data and predictive maintenance capabilities can reduce downtime by 50%.
I would like to share two strong convictions with you. First, that 2026 will be the tipping point for the adoption of 100% electric vans in Europe — and we are ready for it.
My second conviction is that Trafic E-Tech can do for electric vans what the Renault 5 is already doing for electric passenger cars.
The other reason for my confidence is simple. At Renault, we love cars. We love creative emotions. And the best proof is right behind me. So, I would like to present you a few new surprises: Renault 5 Turbo 3 E.
Renault 5 Turbo 3 E is a modern, electric reinterpretation of the legendary Renault 5 Turbo and Turbo 2. It will feature a highly innovative new twin-wheel-motor technology. At Renault, we are obsessed with advancing technology, and we see this car as a proof of concept. With 555 horsepower, Renault 5 Turbo 3 E will be the most powerful road-legal Renault ever created, with expanded capabilities as shown by the car behind us.
Dacia is also moving quickly toward electrification. With the new Spring, we are introducing our latest EV technology into a completely new city car — affordable and built in Europe. With Stryker, we are bringing an attractive, versatile hybrid crossover into the C segment.
Finally, at Renault, with the Espace concept, we are reinventing our idea of the car to live in. Fabrice Cambolive and Alexandre Malval will tell you more about it.
Each of our cars tells a different story, but they all share the same one: perpetuating the unique relationship between the Renault Group's brands and our customers. And I am convinced that this Paris Motor Show is a new chapter in that long story.
With Future is Ready, we have chosen to fight, we have chosen to reinvent ourselves, and we have chosen to start with what defines us the most: our cars. Thank you all. Fabrice, over to you.
Well, thank you, François. And now let's move on to the Renault brand. Hello everyone, welcome to Renault.
When you look at the Renault stand today, you will see a brand in motion — a brand that has rediscovered its identity by knowing very clearly who we are, what we stand for, and where we want to go.
That is what Future is represents: the products, the technology of strong brands, and a close connection with our customers.
Today, we already have a complete electrified range of cars to live in — cars made for those who love life, inspired by our brand values: Design to be loved, electrified by passion, human-first technology, and crafted space.
Taken together, these four markers create a unique proposition that brings together what Renault does best: emotion, innovation, and a deep understanding of our customers' needs.
Thanks to our two-pillar strategy, we now offer a renewed and attractive 100% electric and full-hybrid range across all segments. And today, we are delighted to spotlight some of our latest flagship products.
First, the new Renault Trafic Van E-Tech electric, as François said, named International Van of the Year 2027. The stunning new Renault R5 Turbo 3 E right behind me. Thanks to our bespoke program, every customer will be able to ultra-personalize their car to make it truly unique. Renault is truly transforming electric sportiness into a fun and unique experience for our customers.
We are also showcasing our special edition Renault Rafale E-Tech Hypnotic. And of course, we are delighted to present the new Mégane E-Tech electric, with a striking new design, better range, and enhanced performance.
Our strategy is already delivering results. The Renault brand has been on a continuous growth trajectory for four years and now represents 6.2% of the European market, placing Renault at number two among automotive brands in Europe.
And today, two out of every three Renault passenger cars sold in Europe are already electrified, making Renault a pioneer of the energy transition.
We achieved this by bringing true game changers to market, like the Renault 5 and Twingo. And we have the same ambition with the Trafic E-Tech electric for the commercial vehicle market.
But you see, performance doesn't just come from revolution. It's also a matter of constant evolution. At Renault, we believe our cars should never stop improving to create more value — even more value for our customers: more range, better efficiency, more accessibility, more connectivity, and ultimately, more driving pleasure.
That is why we are bringing, for example, our LFP batteries to our entire electric range to make electric mobility even more accessible. That is also why we are launching One Pedal driving to make the everyday electric experience easier. And that is also why we are improving connectivity and the in-car experience with Google Gemini AI, designed to interact more naturally with the driver and passengers. Gemini is available via an over-the-air update for vehicles already on the road.
All of these improvements are rolling out across our entire 100% electric range, and it's a big change for our industry. Launch is no longer the finish line but the starting point. Today, we can continuously improve our cars by listening to our customers and responding even faster.
For example, Twingo — just a few months after its launch — will get Twingo Bay, a panoramic glass roof that fills the space with natural light.
That is essentially what we mean by cars to live in: cars that evolve with people as their needs change, as technology advances, their Renaults keep progressing with them.
Cars to live in are also, of course, about emotion. Emotion sparks desire. Emotion is what binds Renault to its customers. And that is where our heritage plays such an important role.
In recent years, we have looked at our history not to celebrate the past, but as a source of inspiration for the future. And there is no better example than Espace.
When Renault launched Espace in 1984, it wasn't just a new car — it was a new idea that reimagined family mobility around people, their journeys, and the moments they share together.
So we asked ourselves: what can we learn from Espace, and how can it inspire the mobility of tomorrow? That is where Espace Concept comes in.
It pushes the Renault brand markers to the max, giving our designers the freedom to explore new ideas and push the boundaries of the in-car experience. This exploration is our vision of the car to live in: a fully electric vehicle designed around people and their lives — versatile, modular, generous. And now I am very happy to unveil the Renault Espace Concept.
