AUTO Renault India Ties Up With IIT Kanpur For Next-Gen Vehicle Engineering

Renault India has entered into a strategic partnership with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur to strengthen its vehicle research and development capabilities, leveraging the institute’s state-of-the-art National Wind Tunnel Facility (NWTF) for advanced aerodynamic and wind-noise testing. The collaboration underscores Renault’s commitment to developing future-ready passenger vehicles through advanced engineering, innovation and closer […]

CW Bureau · Jul 10, 2026

AUTO Renault India Launches New Kwid At ₹4.52 Lakh For First-Time Car Buyers

Renault India, the wholly owned subsidiary of French automaker Renault Group, has launched the new Kwid, introducing a refreshed design, a simplified variant lineup and revised pricing aimed at making first-time car ownership more accessible. The updated hatchback is now available in two variants, Evolution and Climber, replacing the earlier multi-variant range to offer customers […]

CW Bureau · Jul 3, 2026

AUTO Renault India Domestic Wholesales Rise 55% In June, H1 Sales Up 61%

Renault India reported a strong sales performance in June 2026, with domestic wholesales rising 55% year-on-year to 4,063 units, driven by sustained demand across its product portfolio. The company also recorded a 61% increase in domestic wholesales during the first half of 2026, selling 25,844 units compared with the corresponding period last year. The performance […]

CW Bureau · Jul 1, 2026

AUTO Renault India Expands Kiger Line-Up, Turbo Models Start From ₹7.89 Lakh

Renault India has expanded the variant portfolio of its Kiger compact SUV, introducing new trims and feature upgrades aimed at making turbocharged performance and premium features more accessible to customers in the highly competitive entry B-SUV segment. The move comes as the automaker seeks to strengthen Kiger’s value proposition amid evolving customer expectations and intensifying […]

CW Bureau · Jun 24, 2026

AUTO Renault India Begins Duster Exports With First Shipment To South Africa

Renault India, the wholly owned subsidiary of the French carmaker Renault Group, has begun exports of new Duster, with the first shipment of 750 vehicles departing from Chennai for South Africa. Export programme underway The shipment marks the beginning of Renault India’s export programme for the new Duster, with additional international markets planned in the […]

CW Bureau · Jun 22, 2026

AUTO Duster Turbo TCe 100 Delivers ARAI Certified 19.41 Km/L Fuel Efficiency

Renault India has announced that the new Duster Turbo TCe 100 has achieved an ARAI-certified fuel efficiency of 19.41 km/l, reinforcing the SUV’s positioning as a blend of performance and fuel economy. The company said the fuel-efficiency certification highlights the capabilities of the Duster’s turbocharged petrol powertrain, which has been engineered to offer responsive performance […]

CW Bureau · Jun 5, 2026

AUTO Renault Rolls Out Triber 2026, Boosts Comfort, Safety And Modular Appeal

In a strategic move to reinforce its foothold in India’s highly competitive entry MPV segment, Renault India has unveiled the upgraded Triber 2026, bringing a sharper focus on accessibility, comfort, and feature enrichment for family car buyers. Priced between ₹5.80 lakh and ₹8 lakh (ex-showroom), the refreshed Triber aims to democratise premium features by pushing […]

CW Bureau · Apr 29, 2026

AUTO Duster Secures 5-Star BNCAP Rating For Adult & Child Occupant Protection

Renault India, a wholly owned subsidiary of French carmaker Renault Group, has announced that the new Duster has been awarded a 5-star safety rating under the Bharat New Car Assessment Programme (BNCAP), underlining Renault’s commitment to making top-tier safety a standard offering and marking a significant milestone in the SUV’s much-anticipated comeback in India. Performance […]

CW Bureau · Apr 20, 2026

AUTO Renault Drives In New Duster As Deliveries Commence Across India

Renault India, a wholly owned subsidiary of the French carmaker Renault Group, has commenced nationwide customer deliveries of the new Renault Duster across India. The first delivery also coincides with the brand’s inauguration of a new’R store on Mount Road in Chennai. Leadership marks first delivery Making the occasion special, the delivery was graced by […]

CW Bureau · Apr 14, 2026

AUTO Renault India March Sales Zoom 77%; New Duster Dispatches Commence

Renault India, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Renault Group, reported a robust 77% year-on-year (YoY) growth in March 2026, with total domestic wholesales reaching 5,046 units, compared to 2,846 units in the same month last year. FY26 sales maintain double-digit growth The company also recorded a steady double-digit growth for the full financial year […]

CW Bureau · Apr 1, 2026

AUTO New Renault Duster TCe Turbo 160 Achieves Fuel Efficiency Of 18.45 Km

Renault India said the latest Duster, powered by its Turbo TCe 160 engine, has achieved an Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI)-certified fuel efficiency of 18.45 km/ litre for the DCT automatic variant and 17.75 km/ litre for the 6-speed manual version. The company is furthering the value proposition of its SUV portfolio, with the […]

CW Bureau · Mar 25, 2026

AUTO Renault India Sales Rise 31%; Builds Buzz Around Duster Comeback

Renault India has extended its growth streak into 2026, reporting a sharp 31% year-on-year rise in wholesale volumes for February. The company dispatched 3,495 units during the month, compared to 2,676 units in February last year, reinforcing a steady turnaround driven by product refreshes and improving brand traction. The performance caps a strong start to […]

CW Bureau · Mar 1, 2026