SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 10, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING - November 10, 2025 - The Renault Group, Nissan, and Mitsubishi Motors are charting the next phase of their European collaboration, joining forces at the state-of-the-art Ampere Douai plant in France to accelerate the future of electric mobility. The recent Alliance Operating Board meeting brought together the leaders of all three brands to solidify their shared vision for innovation, sustainability, and customer-focused design.
The gathering marked the first visit to Douai for Ivan Espinosa, CEO of Nissan, and Takao Kato, CEO of Mitsubishi Motors, alongside François Provost, newly appointed CEO of Renault Group, and Jean-Dominique Senard, Chairman of the Alliance. Together, they emphasized a collective goal - delivering next-generation electric vehicles tailored to the evolving expectations of European drivers.
Ampere Douai: Europe's New EV Benchmark
Located in northern France, the Ampere Douai plant stands as a symbol of the Alliance's industrial renewal. Once a traditional car plant, Douai has been transformed into a flexible, fully electric production hub capable of supporting multiple brands.
- €550 million invested to build a new flexible standard line.
- Two modular platforms - AmpR Small (A/B segment) and AmpR Medium (C segment).
- New battery assembly workshop established on-site.
- Six electric models from four brands now rolling off its lines:
- Renault: Megane E-Tech (2022), Scenic E-Tech (2024), and R5 E-Tech (2024).
- Alpine: A290 (2024).
- Nissan: Micra EV (2025).
- Mitsubishi: Eclipse Cross (2025).
This high level of integration shows how the Alliance leverages shared platforms while preserving each brand's identity and performance DNA.
New Electric Icons for Europe
Nissan and Mitsubishi Motors have chosen Ampere as their trusted European production partner, reflecting confidence in its expertise and competitive ecosystem.
The new Nissan Micra, unveiled earlier this year, reimagines the brand's beloved compact model for the EV era - designed, engineered, and built specifically for European tastes. Meanwhile, Mitsubishi's Eclipse Cross, set for its grand reveal on September 17, will mark a historic first: Mitsubishi's first fully electric SUV for Europe and the first Mitsubishi vehicle ever produced in France.
With these models, both brands reaffirm their long-term commitment to the region and their readiness to meet Europe's growing demand for sustainable mobility.
Shared Vision, Distinct Strengths
The alliance between Renault, Nissan, and Mitsubishi continues to evolve beyond shared technologies - it's about mutual growth and regional innovation. The Ampere Douai plant exemplifies this: by 2024, production climbed to 89,527 units, up from 50,729 in 2023, when the site officially became 100% electric.
This transformation positions Douai not only as a manufacturing powerhouse, but as a symbol of European industrial leadership - where craftsmanship, performance, and sustainability intersect.
Why It Matters
For European drivers, this alliance means more electric choices and better access to advanced EV technology at competitive prices. For the industry, it signals how cooperation can lead to both efficiency and innovation.
The Ampere Douai plant is more than a factory - it's a blueprint for how global automakers can reinvent themselves for a carbon-free future while maintaining each brand's unique spirit.
As production gears up for late 2025, the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance stands united under a single vision: electric mobility made in Europe, for Europe.
Learn more about the Alliance's latest initiatives at www.alliance2030.com.