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🚗 Renault Group Unveils Autonomous Electric Van at the 2024 French Open! 🎾 We're excited to announce that Renault is taking a bold step forward in public transportation with the debut of its autonomous electric van at this year's French Open in Paris. This initiative marks a significant shift in vehicle technology, focusing on enhancing autonomous capabilities to meet the increasing demands for sustainable urban mobility. 🤝 Innovative Partnerships: Renault has collaborated with industry leaders such as EasyMile, Milla, and WeRide to integrate cutting-edge automation solutions. These partnerships ensure that Renault's vehicles are equipped to handle the complexities of urban transportation. 📍 Showcase at the French Open: The French Open, renowned for its grandeur, provides the perfect backdrop to demonstrate the practicality and benefits of autonomous technology in real-world scenarios. 🚀 Technological and Market Balance: While pushing the boundaries with public transportation solutions, Renault continues to maintain a prudent approach in consumer vehicles, offering Level 2 autonomy to balance innovation with market readiness. 🌍 Future of Mobility: Renault's pioneering approach to autonomous vehicle technology represents a significant advancement in the automotive industry, promising to revolutionize urban transport systems and establish Renault as a frontrunner in the mobility of the future. Stay tuned for more updates and insights as Renault leads the charge towards a more sustainable and efficient future in transportation. To read similar news, visit the website: https://lnkd.in/d7W8UTN9 #Renault #AutonomousVehicles #ElectricVans #EV #FrenchOpen2024 #Innovation #SustainableMobility #UrbanTransportation #TechNews #TechnologyNews #CXOTech

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Renault leading the way with certified conversions of diesel vans to fully electric. If more vehicle OEMs could take this path, we may actually stand a chance to phase out the combustion engine at a not-too-unreasonable pace. This can't be cost-efficient, you may say. Well, today e-retrofits are only viable in niche markets, but things are changing quickly. By 2030, we expect to have cheaper batteries, higher CO2 taxes and more zero-emission zones. That means the car, van or truck that makes sense to buy in a combustion engine configuration today, may be worth significantly more six years from now as a used vehicle if it is equipped with a 2030 electric powertrain, than a 2024 combustion engine. An OEM that today prepares their module systems for future e-retrofits can likely offer such conversions at a far lower future cost than competitors, meaning that customers will be better protected against accelerated value loss from changing external factors. https://lnkd.in/dttduSuX Thomas Nyström

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This is an interesting development... Renault Group is taking a distinct path amongst OEMs by focusing on public transportation solutions, notably with plans to run a driverless minibus service at the 2024 Roland-Garros tennis tournament in Paris. The deployment is part of a collaboration between Renault Group and autonomous driving tech firm WeRide. During the tournament, from May 26th to June 9th, the two companies will deploy self-driving minibuses which will ferry passengers between a designated car park and the Roland-Garros stadium complex. By partnering with WeRide , Renault aims to harness specialized expertise in deploying autonomous technologies effectively in public transit. Also the company plans to offer a modular platform based on the New Renault Master, which could integrate automation solutions from various specialist partners like ensuring adaptability and catering to the specific needs of different regions and municipalities. The shift towards mass transit solutions addresses the practical and urgent needs of urban centers, particularly in managing emissions in low-emission zones. The Renault Group has been conducting trials for several years, including the "Mach 2 project" that was announced back in 2023. This project envisions the integration of a fleet of autonomous electric minibuses into the public transportation network of Chateauroux Metropole, France, starting in 2026.

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Is Renault Group planning to lighten its engineering workforce in its race to speed up development? ⬇ 🏎️ Renault has set an ambitious goal to drastically reduce the time needed to launch new models. With the "Leap 100" program, the French automaker aims to cut vehicle development time to just 100 weeks—under two years. This plan is part of the broader "Speed of Lightness" initiative, which seeks to double the pace of Renault's key processes. 🚗 The first test of this strategy will be the new electric Twingo, with development outsourced to a Chinese engineering firm. Renault is pushing for a competitive edge as it races to release the Twingo by 2026 at a starting price of €20k. 🔧 Renault intends to make this speed a new standard, applying the 100-week target across all future models. This includes the upcoming Dacia Sandero, which will feature both hybrid and electric versions. ⏳ The automaker faces pressure from Chinese competitors, who have been able to launch new models in two years. Renault’s rivals, like Volkswagen, are also adjusting their timelines in response. 💬 While faster development is essential in a highly competitive market, it raises concerns about the potential impact on Renault's workforce. Engineering processes might become leaner, but the effects on jobs remain to be seen as the company negotiates its future employment strategy. #automotive #strategy

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#StellantisDareForward: Our #electrification strategy is progressing at full speed as we aim to reach 48 #BEV models by the end of 2024. Discover more about our electrification roadmap involving all brands: https://lnkd.in/ehfawkDY

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Pierre Renhult interviews Michel Annink on the major disruptors in the automotive industry. From electrification to shared mobility, discover the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.     Watch the full interview ⬇️ #automotive #future #tech #mobility

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#FreedomofMobilityForum, a #Stellantis initiative: Explore the vision of Matthieu Guesné, CEO of Lhyfe, a leading European producer and supplier of green and renewable #hydrogen, through an in-depth conversation. He emphasizes, “#CleanEnergy isn't just about its production; sustainable usage is equally crucial.” Read the full interview 👉 https://lnkd.in/ggwKidYy #CleanTech #mobility #transportation

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Tough times for Stellantis: Brand cuts ahead? 🚗🔍 Stellantis faces a challenging first half. Operating margins are down. 📉 ― Electric vehicle sales decline in Europe and the U.S. ― Sales volumes drop, and North American inventories rise. ― Net profit fell by 48%. Not a pretty picture! Three brands in danger? Carlos Tavares hints at brand cuts. Which will go? 🛠️ ― Maserati? ― DS? ― Lancia? Uncertain. A broad lineup isn’t always an advantage. Rationalization ahead? 🤔 ― The future is uncertain for Stellantis. How will they turn this around? ― What changes will we see in the automotive landscape? Interested to know more? Here our longer article: French: https://lnkd.in/enwauuZm Dutch: https://lnkd.in/e_mHVZUq Stay tuned for more updates! #AutomotiveIndustry #Stellantis #BusinessStrategy #CarBrands #MarketTrends

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Reading this article this morning, I understand this willingness from non-Chinese OEM to increase development speed. Currently 2.5, 3 or 5 years (depending if Facelift, new design or platform) is something common and a 6 months saving is considered as a success story. But can we do it in 1 year as mentioned ? First We should understand the "1 year" scope : * From concept, design or tooling freeze ? * New upper body design, new chassis platform and/or New EE platform ? This is never mentioned If we talk about #BYD : * They have a full vertical Integration. * For lighting (my domain), they are producing tooling, headlamp, led, PCBA, semiconductors. * No sourcing phase that can take a couple of months (no supplier selection, it is done in house). * All tools are done in China. No boat shipment & customs that can take more than 4 weeks. Do we have this willingness in Europe ? I was in Portugal last week, 3rd European market for tooling. They do not see the willingness to localise again the tools, even if it can reduce co2 footprint, shipment lead time and geopolitical risks. But the skills and capacities are still there. We just need to change our mindset. It would be great to have this sort of detailed analysis if we want “the 1 year dream” to be reality.

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At The ProDays Valeo POWER Division and Valeo Service Smart Mobility teams joined their forces to present the new Human Machine Interface (HMI) for e-bikes, Valeo Cyclee last generation Mid Drive Unit (MDU) and the new Valeo Cyclee Service Center concept

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"We talk about society because, when we design a vehicle, we look 6 years ahead" - Laurence Hansen (SVP Produit & Stratégie - Citroën, Stellantis / Board member) highlighted both the challenges and exciting opportunities of product innovation in the ever-evolving automotive industry #ParisMotorShow. Watch the entire replay: https://lnkd.in/es4eVAGY

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Stellantis - CEO Carlos Tavares Steps Down! Carlos Tavares, the CEO of Stellantis, has resigned with immediate effect after a clash in the boardroom. Tavares, who was once hailed as one of the most powerful figures in the global auto industry, played a key role in creating Stellantis through the merger of PSA Group and Fiat Chrysler in 2021. He built a reputation for turning around troubled companies, but lately, Stellantis has faced some tough times. With a sharp drop in sales, especially in North America, and a significant profit warning earlier this year, the company’s future seemed uncertain. On top of that, Stellantis made the difficult decision to close its Vauxhall van plant in Luton, risking about 1,100 jobs. As Stellantis grapples with these challenges, the search for a new CEO is now underway, led by chair John Elkann. The leadership shake-up comes at a critical time for the company, which is facing intense pressure to keep up with the shift toward EVs and competition from newer players. #Stellantis #CarlosTavares #LeadershipChange #AutomotiveIndustry #ElectricVehicles #Vauxhall #BusinessNews

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🌟Let´s meet at @AABC Europe 2024 in Strasbourg on 14-16 May! 🌟 AABC, the Advanced Automotive Battery Conference, is where experts meet to discuss development, technology advancements, and market outlooks. This year, the event has a record number of attendees and offers more than 30 talks from leading OEMs and battery developers. “The automotive industry's electrification is accelerating at an unprecedented pace, and it's the battery technologists and innovators who hold the key to sustaining this momentum. Let´s collaborate to find joint solutions to drive the future of electric vehicles, says Vedran Kovacevic, Project Leader at RISE Research Institutes of Sweden. ❗You will find Vedran Kovacevic and Magnus Ling from RISE in booth 703. Come and say hi!🙋‍♀️ ❓Would you like to book a meeting with Vedran or Magnus? Send an e-mail to [email protected], and he will arrange the details. #batteries #testing #safety #electrification https://lnkd.in/emzHGtR

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Shanzhai in reverse ? → Stellantis will distribute Leapmotor electric vehicles in Europe starting September 2024. → The joint venture, Leapmotor International, is majority-owned by Stellantis (51%). → Initial launch countries include Belgium, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, and Romania. → Plans to establish 200 sales outlets by the end of 2024, expanding to over 500 by 2026. → The move leverages Stellantis’ extensive retail distribution network and Leapmotor’s BEV technology. → Further expansion planned for South America, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia Pacific by late 2024. → The collaboration raises questions about the adoption of the “copycat” or “Shanzhai” strategy, as Stellantis aligns with a Chinese EV manufacturer. → It took decades of Shanzhai by Chinese auto companies to learn and innovate. Will Western automakers flip the script and play the other side ? 🤔 Source: https://lnkd.in/eFbfcTvH, https://lnkd.in/ewnF_Xt6 #AutomotiveIndustry #EVs #Stellantis #Leapmotor #Innovation #Shanzhai

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