Renault Megane RS

As the latest in a long line of Renault sporting models, Renault Mégane RS stands out through its exhilarating performance and handling. The cocktail of its 250hp engine, unmistakable sporting coupé credentials and choice of two chassis (‘Sport’ and ‘Cup’ with limited slip differential) is clear evidence that Renault Mégane RS has been honed to [...]

Renault unveils limited edition World Series Clio and Megane

With temperatures soaring already at Renault’s spectacular World Series at Silverstone last weekend, the French auto giant unveiled even hotter limited editions of their two hot hatches, the Clio and the Megane. Called the World Series special editions, these three cars (one Clio and two Meganes) with a lot of stylish go-faster bits lit up [...]

Renault Clio Turbo 100

The figures alone can’t convey the strength and flexibility on tap. Maximum torque arrives at 3,000rpm, but it feels as though it’s available between 2,000rpm and 5,500rpm. And the benefit of the small capacity is that potent performance is backed up by impressive fuel economy and CO2 emissions. So, despite offering 27bhp less than the [...]

2009 Renault Kangoo Be-Bop

If the Renault Avantime wasn’t proof enough that the French like quirky minivans, here’s further evidence: the 2009 Renault Kangoo Be-Bop, which premieres at this week’s Paris motor show. Reportedly inspired by the Kangoo Compact concept shown at the 2007 Frankfurt motor show, the Be-Bop is, oddly enough, a compact Kangoo.  Renault’s seen fit to [...]

China bans Renault on grounds of safety? China bans Renault!?

This morning, Automotive News reported that China’s quality inspection agency has banned the import of several Renault models for what it calls “serious safety risks.” Is this the twilight zone? I had to look at the calendar to see if today was actually April Fool’s day. It’s not. So apparently, this is real. Get this [...]