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Renault transfers Dacia Spring EV manufacturing to Europe from China

Renault is moving Dacia Spring assembly to Europe to access French subsidies, Engadget reports.

The short version

  • Renault is shifting manufacturing of the low-cost Dacia Spring electric vehicle from China to Europe.[Engadget]
  • The relocation enables the model to qualify for French electric vehicle purchase incentives.[Engadget]
  • Assembly will take place in Novo Mesto, Slovenia, alongside the Renault Twingo E-Tech.[Engadget]
  • The vehicle features a 27.5kWh LFP battery that delivers up to 155 miles of WLTP range.[Engadget]

Key facts

  • Renault is shifting assembly of the Dacia Spring EV from China to Europe to qualify for French subsidies.[Engadget]
  • The base model carries a price of €17,900 and can drop to €12,200 after French EV credits.[Engadget]
  • Production of the Dacia Spring will occur at Renault's facility in Novo Mesto, Slovenia.[Engadget]
  • The vehicle is equipped with a 27.5kWh LFP battery offering 155 miles of WLTP range.[Engadget]

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