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Powering innovation through the EV transition

Q: How does the R&D effort in electric vehicles concretely manifest in France?

This effort is reflected in the local anchoring research teams, as the Group concentrates the majority of its innovation budget within France. It is supported by several centers of expertise, including the Technocentre in Guyancourt, the engineering entities in Sophia Antipolis and Toulouse, as well as the Lardy and Aubevoye Technical Centres, which are dedicated to testing and validation. This scientific momentum is paying off, placing Renault Group on the podium of patent applicants at the INPI with 746 innovations registered in 2025.

Q: Why can it be said that Renault Group’s electric expertise projects French industry onto the international stage?

Renault Group’s technological expertise has transformed the French industrial landscape into a magnet for foreign automakers. Beyond producing electric models for its historical allies Nissan and Mitsubishi, the competitiveness of French factories has convinced a leading American player, Ford, to forge an unprecedented manufacturing partnership. This stands as proof that national know-how has become a benchmark standard for the international market.

Published on 15.07.2026

Electric vehicles are redefining Renault Group’s technological and industrial model. Driven by cutting-edge French R&D and strong technical agility, this transition is strengthening national expertise and turning the country into a major hub for global automakers.

Key takeaways

Renault Group localizes 60% of its R&D in France, a major technological drive that propelled the company to third place in the INPI rankings with 746 patents filed in 2025;
Since the battery accounts for 30% to 50% of a vehicle’s cost, the Battery Cell Innovation Laboratory at the Lardy Technical Center leads upstream research to master its chemistry;
A pioneer since 2012, the Group stands out for its rare earth-free wound-rotor electric motors, which guarantee both industrial sovereignty and high performance;
This technological edge is transforming France into a major industrial hub, chosen by top-tier partners like Nissan, Mitsubishi, and soon Ford to manufacture their future models;
The digital transition is accelerating rapidly through the Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV) concept, a technological breakthrough expected to account for nearly 40% of an electric car’s total value by 2030;
Through its ElectriCity hub of excellence, the Group provides concrete proof that competitive and sustainable electric vehicle production is a reality in Europe.

Cutting-edge, disruptive R&D anchored in France

The shift to electric vehicles demands massive, simultaneous investments to electrify fleets while integrating the technologies vital to French and European sovereignty, particularly in batteries, software, and the circular economy.

To meet this challenge, Renault Group relies on a fully mobilized ecosystem, with 60% of its R&D spending anchored in France. Centered around the Technocentre in Guyancourt and several specialized engineering sites across the country (notably in Toulouse and Sophia Antipolis), the Group’s engineering teams develop the key technologies shaping the future of mobility, from electrification and software architectures to connectivity, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and software-defined vehicles (SDVs).

This national network also includes the Lardy and Aubevoye Technical Centers for validation and testing phases. This intellectual leadership and strong innovation momentum are clearly reflected in a remarkable 746 patent applications filed in 2025, a result that lifts the Group to 3rd place in the official INPI rankings.

Component-level innovation: batteries and powertrains

Batteries represent the largest expense for electric vehicles, with battery chemistry alone accounting for nearly 75% of their cost. Innovation in battery cells is therefore a cornerstone of Renault Group’s technological strategy. Thanks to its Battery Cell Innovation Laboratory at the Lardy Technical Center, the Group possesses cutting-edge expertise covering all upstream research, from prototyping new cells to their in-depth electro-physico-chemical characterization. This capability allows Renault Group to anticipate technological shifts, evaluate the most promising chemistries and strengthen its expertise in developing next-generation EV batteries.

When it comes to electric motors, the Group's technological know-how is built on a historic and strategic strength. Since 2012, Renault Group has been a pioneer in developing rare earth-free wound-rotor electric motors. This distinct technological choice reduces reliance on critical raw materials, strengthens the Group’s industrial sovereignty, and lowers the environmental impact of its electric powertrains, all while ensuring high performance and energy efficiency.

Product and industrial revolution: software, agility, and sustainability

Vehicle electrification is profoundly transforming both automotive architecture and industrial production methods.

Accompanying this transition, the Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV) represents one of the most significant technological breakthroughs. According to Renault Group, nearly 40% of a vehicle’s value could come from software by 2030. Thanks to the SDV architecture, developed in partnership with Google and Qualcomm, various vehicle functions are centralized and managed by computer systems capable of continuously optimizing energy management, performance, and user experience. This evolution accelerates the convergence of the automotive and digital worlds, where features can be updated and improved throughout the vehicle's lifecycle.

At the same time, mass-producing electric vehicles requires rethinking factory organization. With ElectriCity, the leading European hub dedicated to EV production, Renault Group demonstrates that it is possible to build a competitive and sustainable manufacturing industry within Europe. This industrial model also leverages a circular economy approach, particularly through the closed-loop recycling of strategic metals, helping to secure supplies while reducing the carbon footprint of production.

Industrial reach and global partnerships

The electric expertise developed by Renault Group is transforming French industry into a major international hub and a true guarantee of sovereignty. This appeal is clearly reflected in multi-brand manufacturing, as Renault Group designs and produces electric models in France for its partners Nissan and Mitsubishi Motors, destined for the European market.

As proof of this technological and industrial competitiveness, American giant Ford has also chosen Renault Group as its industrial partner to manufacture its future vehicles.

FAQ

01How does the architecture of an electric vehicle revolutionize design and software?

Electric vehicles are propelling the automotive industry into the digital world through the Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV) and, tomorrow, the AI-Defined Vehicle (AI-DV), software breakthroughs expected to account for nearly 40% of a car’s value by 2030. Through centralized systems, software allows for the continuous optimization of energy management and enables the vehicle to be updated throughout its entire lifecycle. On the manufacturing front, this new architecture is transforming factory organization and drastically accelerating development cycles, making it possible to design a model in just two years.