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As the auto industry pushes toward a more sustainable and tech-driven future, Renault is leading the charge with innovations that prioritise eco-friendly mobility without compromising performance. With major strides in electric mobility, hydrogen-powered solutions, and cutting-edge tech, the French automaker’s innovations are shaping the cars of tomorrow. And if the results from the AutoEV Electric Car of the Year Awards 2025 are anything to go by, it’s clear that Renault’s approach is paying off.
To recap, the brand recently dominated the AutoEV Electric Car of the Year Awards, securing top honours with four major victories:
- Renault 5 E-Tech electric – Emerged as dual winner, claiming the titles of Best Urban EV and Viewer’s Choice
- Scenic E-Tech Electric – Named Best Mid-Sized Family EV
- Innovation Award for the brand’s commitment to sustainable manufacturing
Beyond designing efficient and eco-friendly cars, Renault is rethinking how vehicles are built, integrating sustainable manufacturing practices that reduce environmental impact at every stage.
Hydrogen Power: A Game-Changer For Commercial Vehicles
While EVs steal most of the spotlight, Renault is also pushing boundaries in hydrogen technology. The Renault Master H2-Tech – a hydrogen-powered commercial van – made a strong impression this year, earning the Van of the Year 2025 award.
The hydrogen-powered van boasts an impressive range of up to 700 km and can be refuelled in just 5 minutes, offering unparalleled operational efficiency for business/fleet owners. The Master H2-Tech integrates a dual power system, combining a battery and fuel cell, ensuring high energy efficiency without compromising on payload capacity or spaciousness.
Why does this matter? Hydrogen fuel cells offer a longer range and faster refuelling times compared to traditional EVs, making them a practical solution for commercial fleets that can’t afford extended downtime.
A Holistic Approach To Sustainability
Renault’s commitment to sustainability is deeply ingrained in its corporate strategy. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its environmental impact across all operations. A key goal is achieving carbon neutrality in its manufacturing facilities. Renault plans to make its Electro-North pole facilities carbon neutral by 2025, with the rest of its European facilities following suit by 2030. This initiative is part of a broader plan to reduce emissions from facilities worldwide by 50% compared to 2019 levels.
The company is also focusing on incorporating recycled materials in manufacturing and reducing waste. The Renault 5 E-Tech electric, for instance, incorporates 19.6% recycled materials and is designed to be 88.6% recyclable at the end of its life cycle. This approach reduces production’s environmental impact and contributes to a more circular economy in the automotive industry.
Driving Tech Innovation: Renault’s Technological Leap Forward
The automotive landscape is rapidly transforming from mechanical machines to sophisticated, interconnected digital platforms. Recognising this shift, Renault is investing heavily in technologies that promise to redefine how we interact with our vehicles, making them intelligent companions that understand and anticipate our needs.
Autonomous Driving Capabilities: Renault is taking a pragmatic approach, focusing on L2 and L2+ levels for personal vehicles while pursuing L4 autonomy for public transportation. The company demonstrated its first autonomous electric minibus at the Roland-Garros 2024 tennis tournament, showcasing the maturity of new technologies for automated public transport services.
Advanced AI Integration: Renault has partnered with NVIDIA to introduce advanced AI assistants in its vehicles. These assistants learn drivers’ habits and preferences, offering customized experiences and voice-controlled functions for navigation and entertainment.
Connected Vehicle Technologies: Renault has expanded its partnership with Google to enable over-the-air software updates, allowing cars to be upgraded like mobile phones. The company has also
developed new partnerships to enrich the connected experience, introducing apps like EasyPark for simplified parking solutions, Radio player for live and recorded radio content, and Vivaldi for in-car internet browsing.
As we look to the future of transportation, companies like Renault are shaping it with their mix of practical solutions and forward-thinking innovations. It’s an exciting time in the automotive world, and Renault is right at the forefront. Our blog keeps you up-to-date with the latest news, updates, and stories from Renault.
