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SOMACA Begins Production of Renault Kardian for Domestic and Export Markets

SOMACA's historic factory in Casablanca marked the commencement of Renault Kardian production on Friday, in the presence of Minister of Industry and Commerce, Ryad Mezzour. This new compact SUV, aimed at both the local market and export to around fifteen countries, will be available in Morocco from......

Stellantis CEO Highlights Morocco’s Rising Threat to Spanish Auto Factories

Morocco aims to increase its vehicle production to one million units per year by 2025, up from the current 700,000, as part of its ambitious automotive industry growth strategy. During a recent media briefing at the 2024 Paris Motor Show, Carlos Tavares, CEO of Stellantis, praised the performance of......

Paris Motor Show 2023: Four Must-See Innovations Shaping the Future of Automobiles

The Paris Motor Show, set to open its doors from October 15th to 22nd at Paris Expo, promises to be a showcase of tomorrow's automotive technology. While no longer a mandatory stop for global manufacturers, who can now leverage social media for their communications, several brands are expected to......

Morocco Accelerates to the Top of African Car Production

In a significant shift within Africa's automotive landscape, Morocco has overtaken South Africa as the continent's premier car manufacturer. This development, reported by L'Économiste, marks a pivotal moment in the industry's history and signals a new era for North African manufacturing......

Renault Group Taps Industry Veteran to Steer Moroccan Operations

In a significant move to bolster its presence in the North African market, Renault Group has appointed Thibault Paland as the new Managing Director of Renault Commerce Morocco and Head of Dacia Maroc, effective July 1, 2024. This strategic decision underscores the French automaker's commitment to......

Morocco's Milestone: Renault Tangier Plant Begins Production of First Hybrid Vehicle

The Renault Group factory in Tangier has embarked on a groundbreaking venture with the production of the Dacia Jogger, marking the first hybrid vehicle manufactured in Morocco. This milestone underscores Morocco's pivotal role in Renault's industrial strategy and showcases the robust partnership......

Spain's Industrial Exodus: Over 360 Firms Shift Production to Morocco

In a significant industrial migration, more than 360 Spanish companies have transitioned their production facilities to Morocco, according to a recent report by Maghreb Online. This information, sourced from the Spanish Institute of Exports and Investments (ICEX), highlights a growing trend among Spanish......

China Partners with Morocco to Establish Pivotal Electric Battery Hub

In a significant development marking a strategic collaboration between China and Morocco, Chinese companies are channeling substantial investments into transforming the North African nation into a key hub for electric car battery production and export. With investments amounting to at least €2.45......

Renault and Geely Establish Powertrain Joint Venture to Drive Future Automotive Technologies

Global automakers Renault and Geely have launched a new powertrain cooperation dubbed HORSE Powertrain Limited that aims to be a leading provider of combustion engines, transmissions and hybrid systems worldwide.  Following the July 11th joint venture agreement receiving regulatory approval, Renault......