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Luca de Meo, farewell to Renault: the Italian manager's successful models and operations

The manager leaves the car industry and the group after five years of major changes that contributed to the growth of the French manufacturer's brands. These are

by Corrado Canali

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Luca de Meo has left the helm of the Renault Group. But in his five years as CEO he inspired a real strategic transformation involving the group's three main brands, namely Renault, Alpine and Dacia. He also helped ensure a strong push towards electrification and the launch of new models, including the Renault 5 E-Tech Electric and the Alpine A290, cars for the year 2025, as well as the Scenic E-Tech Electric and the new Dacia Spring. To which was added the latest addition, the new Renault 4. Luca De Meo leaves a legacy of growth and above all innovation.

Not just new cars, but many strategies and innovations that have made the French group one of the most sustainable in the world. Here are the four challenges won by outgoing CEO Luca De Meo

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Software Republique in the name of sustainability. An ecosystem that aims to eliminate the barriers between the different technologies used by the emergency services by collecting and as much information as possible to increase efficiency and understanding.

Alpine's relaunch also in motorsport. Luca De Meo's managerial vision has enabled Alpine's relaunch in four years. Up to 2030, five models of the brand are announced in global markets. Protagonist in both F1 and EnduranceDacia pillar of the Renault group. From being a brand of the French group known for offering cars with excellent value for money, Dacia, acquired by Renault in 1999 while retaining its identity, has obtained technology and a sales network from the group. But back to cars: here are Luca De Meo's five most inspired cars.

De Meo's cars: Renault Scenic E-Tech

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It has revived a model that gave birth to the mid-size MPV phenomenon, but now dresses in the guise of a battery-powered crossover. From a technical point of view, it offers two types of batteries of 60 kWh and 87 kWh for a range of over 200 km. Lively acceleration and ample space on board. Awarded Car of the Year 2024

De Meo's cars: Renault 5 E-Tech

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Inspired by the 1970s hatchback of the same name, it is, however, an all-new car built on a brand new platform designed for electric vehicles. It won Car of the Year 2025 Many references to its ancestor, from the shape of the headlights to the squared-off element on the bonnet. Recalls that are repeated on the inside: the Techno upholstery and the dashboard.

De Meo's cars: Renault 4 E-Tech

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Heir in style and name to the hatchback sold from the 1960s to the 1990s, it is now a small battery-powered crossover that is 22 cm longer than the 5 and has a longer wheelbase to provide more space on board for people and their luggage. It is only offered with front-wheel drive.

De Meo's cars: Alpine A290

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It is the fastest and grittiest version of the 5 E-Tech and is inspired by the past with LED Xs in the headlights reminiscent of the strips of tape used in touring car racing to prevent the headlight glass lens from disintegrating in the event of a collision. As well as being inspired by the iconic air intakes of the Renault 5 Turbo.

De Meo's cars: Dacia Spring

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From electric and affordable citycar to hitech crossover for the second generation. Although the mechanics are the same, it has matured in the safety equipment, has automatic braking as standard and improved in the interior. The aesthetics then give the car solidity. It is among the most affordable electric cars.

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