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Big Beijing Steps In: How Chinese brands are replacing iPhones and Audis in Russia’s sanction-hit economy
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Big Beijing Steps In: How Chinese brands are replacing iPhones and Audis in Russia’s sanction-hit economy

The Ukraine invasion saw an exodus of global brands from Russia. Beijing noticed and decided to take advantage. A year on, Xiaomi and other Chinese smartphones enjoy 95 per cent of the market share. Chinese cars are also racing ahead in the country crippled by sanctions

Renault to slash stake in Nissan as they overhaul their alliance
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Renault to slash stake in Nissan as they overhaul their alliance

Under the agreement, Nissan will also invest in Renault’s electric vehicle arm, “Ampere”.

Tata Motors, Honda and Renault consider hiking car prices early in 2022 to offset rising input costs
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Tata Motors, Honda and Renault consider hiking car prices early in 2022 to offset rising input costs

Set to join Maruti Suzuki, Mercedes-Benz and Audi in rolling out price hikes for passenger vehicles in January 2022 are Tata Motors, Renault and Honda.

Renault Triber secures four stars for adult safety in latest Global NCAP crash tests
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Renault Triber secures four stars for adult safety in latest Global NCAP crash tests

In addition to securing four stars for adult occupant protection, the Renault Triber also scored three stars for child occupant protection.

All new Renault and Dacia models to have a limited top speed of 180 kph starting 2022
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All new Renault and Dacia models to have a limited top speed of 180 kph starting 2022

The first model from the group to come with this new top speed limit will be the Renault Megane-E.

Formula 1 2021: Fernando Alonso in 'best shape' of career as he prepares for F1 return
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Formula 1 2021: Fernando Alonso in 'best shape' of career as he prepares for F1 return

Fernando Alonso said he was in the "best shape I've ever been before, both physically and mentally," following the virtual Alpine 2021 car launch in Britain.

Formula 1: Fernando Alonso to sit out Alpine F1 launch after bike crash
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Formula 1: Fernando Alonso to sit out Alpine F1 launch after bike crash

Fernando Alonso is expected to take part in pre-season testing in Bahrain from 12-14 March.

Renault Kiger launched in India at Rs 5.45 lakh; is India’s most affordable compact SUV
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Renault Kiger launched in India at Rs 5.45 lakh; is India’s most affordable compact SUV

The Renault Kiger is available with two petrol engine options, and both engines get a choice of manual and automatic transmissions.

Renault Kiger India launch in India today, to be among the most affordable compact SUVs
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Renault Kiger India launch in India today, to be among the most affordable compact SUVs

Production of the Renault Kiger compact SUV has begun ahead of its launch later this month; to get two petrol engine options.

Renault Kiger unveiled in India today: Here is all you need to know about the new SUV
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Renault Kiger unveiled in India today: Here is all you need to know about the new SUV

The Renault Kiger is expected to come with some new features like Android Auto and Apple Carplay, along with a wireless phone charging option,

Formula 1: Renault boss Cyril Abiteboul to leave team amidst ongoing rebrand
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Formula 1: Renault boss Cyril Abiteboul to leave team amidst ongoing rebrand

Laurent Rossi, director of strategy and business development for Renault, will take over the motor sports unit which will be rebranded Alpine.

Formula 1 2020: Emotional Sergio Perez says belated maiden win at Sakhir GP gives him peace
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Formula 1 2020: Emotional Sergio Perez says belated maiden win at Sakhir GP gives him peace

Perez, who has been at Racing Point, previously known as Force India, since 2014, is to be replaced next year, when the team is re-branded as Aston Martin, by four-time world champion Sebastian Vettel.

Renault to launch compact SUV KIGER in Indian market during first quarter of 2021
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Renault to launch compact SUV KIGER in Indian market during first quarter of 2021

As per the company, the KIGER will compete with the Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza, Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet, Tata Nexon, Ford Ecosport and Honda WR-V

Formula 1 2020: Cyril Abiteboul criticises moves to block Fernando Alonso from testing with Renault
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Formula 1 2020: Cyril Abiteboul criticises moves to block Fernando Alonso from testing with Renault

The test is scheduled for young drivers, but Renault hoped that after his long absence from Formula One, Alonso would be allowed to join them.

Former champion Fernando Alonso tests Renault's Formula 1 car ahead of official return next season
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Former champion Fernando Alonso tests Renault's Formula 1 car ahead of official return next season

Fernando Alonso was limited to 100km under the testing rules in a session officially being used to make a promotional film.

Formula 1 2020: Daniel Ricciardo to pick tattoo for Renault team principal Cyril Abiteboul after podium finish in Eifel GP
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Formula 1 2020: Daniel Ricciardo to pick tattoo for Renault team principal Cyril Abiteboul after podium finish in Eifel GP

Ricciardo and Renault team principal Cyril Abiteboul had a bet that Abiteboul would get a tattoo of Ricciardo's choice if he could finish in the top three of a race this season.

Formula 1 2020: Racing Point drop appeal against 15 point deduction, 400,000 euro fine
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Formula 1 2020: Racing Point drop appeal against 15 point deduction, 400,000 euro fine

Racing Point said it had decided to accept the sanctions imposed and to move on, in the wider interests of the sport, following an agreement between all the teams on new rules to prevent any future 'reverse engineering' of other teams' cars.

Renault F1 team to be rebranded as Alpine from next season, will race in colours of French flag
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Renault F1 team to be rebranded as Alpine from next season, will race in colours of French flag

Alpine has a history in motorsports with the Renault-powered Alpine car winning the Le Mans 24 hours race in 1978.

Formula 1 2020: Daniel Ricciardo eyes podium finish at Spanish GP to win bet against Renault boss Cyril Abiteboul
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Formula 1 2020: Daniel Ricciardo eyes podium finish at Spanish GP to win bet against Renault boss Cyril Abiteboul

Ricciardo and Abiteboul agreed that they would have matching tattoos if the Australian is successful in driving his French team's car to a top three finish this season.

Formula 1: Ferrari, Renault to appeal lenient punishment to Racing Point in 'copying' row
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Formula 1: Ferrari, Renault to appeal lenient punishment to Racing Point in 'copying' row

The Racing Point car has been dubbed the "pink Mercedes" because the team is accused of copying the part from Mercedes.