The Priod group takes over four brands in Pas-de-Calais
Edition of 01/18/2022
François Provost appointed in charge of public affairs for the Renault group
François Provost integrates into the scope of his duties the Renault group’s public affairs department, previously appointed to Catherine Gros, who is also the group’s director of engagement and dialogue.
Applications
Dacia sales deteriorated in 2021 thanks to France
Benefiting from the new Sandero two months before other countries, France saw its Dacia sales jump by 26%. This link has enabled the brand to resist (+3%) at the global level despite the production difficulties.
Builders
Emil Frey France ratifies the takeover of Renault Istres and Salon-de-Provence
The leading Renault distributor in France was enriched on January 4 with two new dealerships and a Renault agency to strengthen its Provencal nameplate.
Networks
2021 sales: the Renault brand loses volumes, offset by an increase in the mix and prices
Sales of the Renault brand reached an all-time low in volume in 2021, just below the 1.7 million vehicles mark (-5% in 2020 and -28% in 2019). The lost volumes were compensated by a price increase, a reorientation towards private customers, and an increase in the mix. Explanations with Fabrice Cambolive, director of sales and operations of the Renault brand.
Builders
Hyundai Capital Services forms joint venture with CGI Finance
Hyundai and Kia are strengthening their partnership with CGI in France, by enabling a 50/50 joint venture, Hyundai Capital France, with its own back office and its own sales forces to facilitate financing in the distribution networks of two brands.
Services
Indian states woo Elon Musk to host Tesla factory
(AFP) – Leaders of several Indian states courted Elon Musk last weekend to urge him to set up a Tesla factory in their respective regions, reacting to a recent tweet by the multi-billionaire boss on the “challenges ” ” which delayed his entry into the country.
Builders
Fuels: the price at the pump exceeds records
(AFP) – Fuel prices hit a record high last week, with diesel topping 1.60 euros a liter for the first time amid rising oil prices, official figures showed on Monday.
Markets
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Emil Frey France ratifies the takeover of Renault Istres and Salon-de-Provence
The leading Renault distributor in France was enriched on January 4 with two new dealerships and a Renault agency to strengthen its Provencal nameplate.
01/18/2022
Car Avenue adds FCA brands to its offer in Nancy
With its first acquisition in the FCA network, the Car Avenue group now represents all the brands of the Stellantis group in Nancy, with the exception of Opel.
01/17/2022
The Sima group invests in motorcycles
The Sima group, headed by Franck Mariscal, is diversifying into motorcycles with the takeover of the Ducati, Triumph and Piaggio dealership in Amiens and the desire to consolidate its position with other takeovers.
01/17/2022
In the United States, the shortage of NV makes the price of used cars jump
(AFP) – Selling your used car at the same price, or even more expensive despite a higher mileage? This is the unprecedented consequence of soaring prices in the United States.
01/13/2022
Bodywork: the increase in costs could reach 20%, according to the CNPA
While the agreements between insurance companies and bodybuilders are being renegotiated for the year, the CNPA warns of the importance of cost increases. The bodywork activity consumes a lot of energy and must invest massively to repair new equipment, the CNPA reminds insurers.
01/13/2022
Arnaud Girardin joins the Jean Royer Automobiles group
Arnaud Girardin becomes a member of the operational management board as general manager of the Renault-Dacia plate of the Jean Rouyer Automobiles group, succeeding Olivier Jaëger.
01/06/2022