It already happened Two years after Groupe Renault unveiled its major recovery plan baptized Renolution. Designed drawing a line under the era of Carlos Ghosnthis new strategy reorganized the group into four new entities, independent of each other. It was like that Renault, Dacia and mobilize. The latter is a new brand dedicated 100% new forms of mobility (car sharing, VTC, last mile). But also mainly AlpineOf course! She is responsible forembody the premium and sportiness of the Renault group. As proof, the disappearance of the Renault F1 Team in Formula 1 in favor of Alpine. And division Renault Sports for sports rhombus models. Which will now wear Alpine icon. The future of the brand, the transition obliges, will be 100% electric, and new items will arrive soon. A promising development of interest today… Geely!

Geely on the go?

Geely is a Chinese car manufacturer that has been building up its success in recent years. Its positioning allows you to offer the most modern products and technologies, and this is on a global level. He continues to grow and invest wherever he is. Thus, in Europe, it positions itself as “the most European Chinese manufacturer”. Having redeemed and absorbing Swedish manufacturers Volvo and Polestar. And also get a majority stake in British brands Lotus and Smart. He even announced his stake in Aston Martin this week! Geely was also a co-founder of a a joint venture with Renault, called Horse. Which will soon produce hybrid and electric vehicles in China and South Korea. Finally, the Chinese manufacturer even owns 10% of the capital of the Mercedes-Benz concern. Phew! A sacred period for Geely.

Crossed interests

With such an aura Geely would be an interesting partner for Alpine. Already because he has unconditional know-how in electrical technologies. Therefore, technology transfer (platforms, batteries, engines) will be possible between the two brands. But that’s also why its very strong roots in China allowed Renault to try its luck again in the Middle Empire. Alpine could be sold here with local adaptations, including luxury SUVs. China would be the goose that lays the golden egg for Alpine, which is apparently the “ATM” of the Renault group. The goal is to reach 100,000 sales by 2030Therefore, Renault is actively looking for a partner. Their joint partnership in Horse additionally accommodates Geely is in a strong position in the negotiations. Sources familiar with the situation suggest they are doing well…