Renault Group reaches the milestone of one million "Made in France" electric vehicles since 2010

Boulogne-Billancourt, July 10, 2026 – In fifteen years, electric vehicle has gone from being a technological bet to an industrial reality and a commercial success. For Renault Group, this shift started here, in France. An emblematic milestone has been reached with the millionth vehicle, which exceeds the numbers and illustrates a profound transformation on the scale of an entire country.

“The milestone of one million electric vehicles produced by Renault Group in France is, above all, a source of collective pride: pride in our teams and suppliers who build them, pride in our customers who choose them, and pride in a Group that has made a long-term commitment to France. Since 2021, we have invested €13 billion to build the electric vehicle value chain across our operations in France. Provided the right conditions are in place, we plan to invest a further €13 billion as part of our mid-term plan, futuREady” said François Provost, CEO of Renault Group.

A MAJOR INDUSTRIAL MILESTONE FOR FRANCE

The milestone of one million electric vehicles produced in France is the result of a pioneering commitment. Since 2010, with models such as ZOE and Kangoo ZE, Renault Group has chosen to invest massively in electric vehicles, convinced of its central role in the future of mobility. Renault Group has also developed a range of electric light commercial vehicles alongside Kangoo E-Tech electric, including Trafic Van E-Tech electric, (first native electric LCV), and Master E-Tech electric, produced respectively at the Maubeuge, Sandouville and Batilly plants. Renault Group will become the first carmaker in Europe to introduce a Software Defined Vehicle (SDV) in the LCV segment, with the launch of New Trafic E-Tech electric at the end of 2026.

By anchoring its transformation on the national territory, the Group is demonstrating that it is possible to design, produce and market competitive electric vehicles that are accessible from France, while contributing to their democratization. This change is accompanied by an in-depth renewal of skills, with 53,000 employees trained in the jobs of tomorrow as part of Reknow University: electrification, battery technologies, artificial intelligence and circular economy.

ELECTRICITY, A SYMBOL OF A SUCCESSFUL TRANSFORMATION

In Douai, in the heart of the industrial North, this dynamic is materialising with the release of the 600,000th electric car produced by Electricity in Douai and Maubeuge. In five years, this industrial hub has become the leading European hub to produce electric vehicles, capable of meeting the challenges of volumes, competitiveness and innovation.

The model that embodies this step is emblematic: Renault 5 E-Tech electric. Both accessible from €18,810^[1], popular and made in France, it symbolizes a new generation of vehicles designed to concretely support the democratization of electric vehicles.

This ramp-up is reflected in very concrete industrial results: the milestone of 100,000 Renault 5 produced was passed at the end of 2025, and the site is on track to exceed 200,000 units since the launch this year, illustrating the rapid success of this emblematic model.

It was with Kangoo ZE that the electric adventure began in Maubeuge in 2011, today the manufacture also welcomes Renault 4 E-Tech electric, leader in its segment in France.

Electricity also stands out for its social dynamics: 700 permanent jobs were created between 2022 and 2025, in addition to 300 additional positions currently being recruited by 2027 to support a rapidly growing activity. In Douai, this acceleration has resulted in the start of a half-time night shift and the hiring of 550 temporary workers since last October. Next September, the site will increase its pace to meet the growing commercial demand.

The northern hub is also asserting its multi-brand dimension: in addition to Renault and Alpine, Electricity's sites now produce vehicles for Nissan and Mitsubishi, and will soon host production for Ford, further strengthening its strategic role at the heart of the European automotive industry.

AN INDUSTRIAL TRANSITION AT THE SERVICE OF THE TERRITORIES AND THE FRENCH PEOPLE

Beyond industrial performance, this success carries a major economic and social stake. Producing electric vehicles in France means preserving jobs, supporting industrial basins and maintaining strategic know-how. To achieve this, Renault Group relies on the excellence of its engineering teams in France, which design vehicles faster while mastering key technologies and reducing costs to better meet customer expectations.

Behind every vehicle are also 35,000 indirect jobs within our supplier network, supporting an entire industrial ecosystem.

In today's world, electric vehicles appear to be a concrete answer for our customers. Less dependent on variations in fuel prices, it allows to "fill up" at home for just over 8 euros and to travel 100 kilometres for less than 3 euros, offering better control of the mobility budget.

THE CHOICE OF VALUE AND SOVEREIGNTY

In an increasingly competitive global market, Renault Group stands for a value-based approach. Producing in France means choosing vehicles designed with high standards of quality, innovation and responsibility, while guaranteeing local economic benefits.

It is also a strategic issue: in the face of international competition positioned on low prices, producing in France and consuming locally manufactured vehicles means supporting a sovereign, innovative and sustainable industry. The milestone of one million electric vehicles produced in France and the 600,000 units produced by Electricity illustrate this ambition: Turning the electric transition into a true industrial opportunity for France and the French.

[1] Renault 5 E-Tech electric Five 95 hp bonus Coup de Pouce of 6180 € deducted