Renault is developing an affordable small car that could preview a future rival to the Citroen C4 Cactus.
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Renault gets boost from investment ratings agency
Renault’s debt was raised to investment grade at Fitch Ratings, which said the carmaker’s profitability is improving as the company expands deliveries beyond its European base with low-cost vehicles from its Dacia entry brand.
Renault, Peugeot, Opel get sales boost from booming small SUV segment
Europe’s booming small SUV segment is giving a much-needed boost to beleaguered mass-market brands such as Renault, Peugeot and Opel.
The success of models such as the Renault Captur, Peugeot 2008 and Opel/Vauxhall Mokka also is attracting more automakers to the sector as western European sales of small SUVs are forecast to more than double to nearly 1 million by 2020, according researchers at IHS Automotive.
Renault’s new Espace gets major makeover
Renault’s big, boxy Espace large minivan will be transformed into a sleek-looking crossover that’s more in line with what European customers want.
Renault considers reducing Dacia’s lineup
Renault must decide whether to cut the Logan MCV station wagon, Dokker car-derived van or Lodgy compact minivan from Dacia’s lineup, a spokesman said, confirming a report in French daily Les Echos.
The three models are at risk because of a market shift away from vans and stations wagons, Inovev analyst Jamel Taganza said.
