Archive · 30 Jul 2025
Renault to Fully Own India Factory After Nissan Exit
Renault is now in charge of its car factory in India, buying out Nissan's share.
This means Renault owns the entire factory near Chennai, which was a joint effort before.
The factory has made millions of cars for many countries.
Even though Renault is the sole owner, Nissan will still use the factory to build its cars.
Renault wants to grow its business in India and plans to introduce new car models.
This move helps both companies in their different strategies: Renault gains more control, while Nissan reduces investment risks.
Renault gains full control of its Chennai, India, factory by acquiring Nissan's stake.
The Competition Commission of India approved Renault's full ownership of the manufacturing plant.
The plant, established in 2010, has produced over 2.5 million vehicles and exported over 1.15 million cars.
Nissan will continue to use the factory under a contract manufacturing agreement.
Renault aims to strengthen its presence in India and plans to launch new models.
- Who
- Renault Group and Nissan.
- What
- Renault Group acquired Nissan's stake in their Indian manufacturing joint venture, giving it full control.
- When
- The Competition Commission of India approved the deal.
- Where
- Chennai, India.
- Why
- Renault aims to strengthen its presence in India and Nissan seeks to reduce investment risks.
Renault's Perspective
Nissan's Perspective
Operational Control
Renault's Perspective
Gaining complete control over the Indian operations and the factory.
Nissan's Perspective
Reducing its stake and investment in the region.
Market Strategy
Renault's Perspective
Expanding the business in India and launching new models.
Nissan's Perspective
Reducing financial risk by scaling back investment.
- Factory Location
- Chennai, India
- Original Ownership
- Renault (30%), Nissan (70%)
- New Ownership
- Renault (100%)
- Plant Production Capacity
- 480,000 cars annually
- Vehicles Produced
- Over 2.5 million
- Exported Cars
- Over 1.15 million