Renault Ships First India-Built Duster SUVs to South Africa

Renault Ships First India-Built Duster Models to South Africa

Renault India has shipped the first batch of new Duster SUVs destined for South Africa, marking the beginning of exports from its manufacturing facility in Chennai and a shift away from Romania-built models.

First Shipment Leaves Chennai

The first shipment consists of 750 Duster vehicles, forming part of Renault India's export programme for the new-generation Duster.

According to Renault Group India, the export programme represents an important milestone for the company's operations in Chennai.

Renault Highlights Manufacturing Capability

During the loading of the export vehicles, Renault Group India CEO Stephane Deblaise said the start of exports validates the quality, capability and competitiveness of the company's operations in Chennai.

He also noted that the development reflects the progress made in establishing India as an integral part of Renault's global industrial footprint.

Minor Updates to the New Duster

According to the article, the India-built Duster closely resembles the model produced in Romania, although it features several minor updates that distinguish it from previous versions.

The shipment marks the start of Renault India's exports of the new Duster to South Africa.