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Alfa Romeo has debuted the Cuorerosso concept in Paris, presenting a 2+2 coupé with a driver-focused interior. The reveal signals the brand’s stated vision for electric and hybrid performance.
Renault said it will unveil the E-Space Concept at the Paris Motor Show. The source says the company is betting that LFP chemistry could make its EVs more affordable and that it is moving its entire electric passenger range onto that technology.
Renault presented the E-Space Concept, an updated Megane E-Tech, the Renault 5 Turbo 3E and new EV technology at the 2026 Paris Motor Show. The reveal shows the company’s current electric-vehicle direction and product plans.
GEODIS has placed a firm order for 110 battery-electric heavy-duty trucks for its French operations. The move adds zero-emission freight capacity and will rely on a charging network intended to support both urban and long-distance transport.
Citroën has introduced new OUTDOOR trims across the C3 and C3 Aircross line-up, including the electric e-C3 and e-C3 Aircross. The update adds rugged styling and more equipment, with the e-C3 reported to offer up to 246 miles of electric range.
Jeep says it plans a six-model European range by 2030. The plan keeps several powertrain options open, reflecting uncertainty over how quickly Europe will move to electric vehicles.
Renault and EDF are targeting a 2027 vehicle-to-grid offer. The planned bidirectional charging setup would let parked electric cars act as grid assets and create a potential revenue stream beyond vehicle sales.
Voltix has opened its first public fast-charging station for electric heavy goods vehicles in Vierzon, France. The site initially has four charging points rated at up to 1.5 MW each, with a planned expansion to eight points.
Renault Trucks’ Blainville-sur-Orne plant has reached 70 years of operation. The site is noted for keeping diesel and electric truck production together as electric demand matures.
Geodis has placed an order for 110 heavy-duty battery-electric trucks for its European road transport operations. The vehicles are due by May 2027 and are expected to be used mainly in France, including urban and long-haul routes.
Renault has revealed the E-Space, an all-electric concept inspired by the original Espace minivan. The concept highlights a return to a family-oriented body style in electric form.
Renault says it plans to invest more than €10 billion in France over the next five years, with most of the money going to electric vehicles and more affordable models. The company says the plan depends on political and social framework conditions.
Renault says the 2027 Scenic E-Tech Electric will gain a larger 89 kWh battery, faster 150 kW charging and updated technology. The changes are intended to increase range and improve charging convenience.
Stellantis is halting production at three French plants for at least one week, including two cases linked to shortages of EV batteries. The pause underscores supply constraints at battery supplier ACC and their effect on vehicle output.
Renault has revealed the 8 Gordini Concept, a two-seat electric coupe inspired by the 1964 Renault 8 Gordini. The concept matters because it reinterprets a historic model in electric form with a reported 270hp motor.
Renault has reimagined the 1964 Renault 8 Gordini as a one-off electric two-seater coupe. The project shows a motorsport-inspired electric reinterpretation of a classic model, but it is not a series production announcement.