Renault India, a wholly owned subsidiary of the French carmaker Renault Group, announced a major testing milestone for its highly anticipated and iconic SUV, Renault Duster. The upcoming new Duster completed a gruelling global testing, driving 1 million kilometres across three continents between –23°C to 55°C, ensuring it is comprehensively engineered for the diverse road conditions and confirming the new Duster’s position as a truly born-to-conquer vehicle.

Renault India, a wholly owned subsidiary of the French carmaker Renault Group, marks a decade of the iconic car that redefined India’s entry-level segment with its disruptive design, SUV-inspired stance, and unmatched value proposition. An exclusive 500 units of the 10th Anniversary Edition of KWID will be available on the Techno variant with exclusive styling elements, elevating its visual appeal and creating a sense of collectability.

Renault Group India announced two key leadership appointments in India, reinforcing the country’s growing importance as a global hub for automotive design and engineering. Dr. Vikraman V has been appointed as Chief of Renault Engineering at Renault Nissan Technology & Business Centre India (RNTBCI), Chennai. Sandeep Bhambra has been appointed as Head of Renault Design Centre India (RDCI) while continuing his position as Chief Designer Advanced Renault.

Renault Group has acquired Nissan’s remaining 51% stake in their joint plant in Chennai, thus becoming its sole owner. Renault Nissan Automotive India Private Ltd, RNAIPL, will now be fully consolidated in the group’s consolidated financial statements. This move is part of a broader momentum, highlighted by the opening of their largest design centre outside France, announced in April, and the launch of the New Renault Triber.