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Renault to launch Alpine sports car in Canada in 2029, says executive

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Posted on March 10, 2026

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GUYANCOURT, France, March 10 (Reuters) - Renault's Alpine sports car is aiming to launch in Canada in 2029, Philippe Krief, CEO of the brand, told reporters on Tuesday, as the company outlined details

Renault’s Alpine Sports Car Set for Canadian Launch in 2029

Renault's Expansion Strategy and Alpine's Global Ambitions

Alpine’s Canadian Launch Timeline

GUYANCOURT, France, March 10 (Reuters) - Renault's Alpine sports car is aiming to launch in Canada in 2029, Philippe Krief, CEO of the brand, told reporters on Tuesday, as the company outlined details of its upcoming five-year strategy.

Current Market Presence and Future Growth

European Market Focus

Currently 70% of the brand's sales are in France but it wants to grow in Europe, mainly in Britain, Germany and the Benelux region, he said, before expanding further afield, adding that the electric platform on which the new A110 will be based could also be adapted to produce gasoline engines for the United States.

Potential for U.S. Market Adaptation

(Reporting by Gilles Guillaume. Writing by Dominique Patton)

Key Takeaways

  • Alpine aims to enter the Canadian market by 2029 with its electric A110, citing linguistic and logistical advantages of Canada over the U.S. (mobile.guideautoweb.com)
  • The gas-powered A110 will be discontinued by mid‑2026, making way for a fully electric successor built on Alpine’s own high‑performance EV platform (APP) (electrive.com)
  • Alpine plans a broader electric vehicle offensive—six to seven new models by 2030—and sees Canada as a logical North American entry point before tackling the U.S. market (monocle.com)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When will Renault launch the Alpine sports car in Canada?
Renault plans to launch the Alpine sports car in Canada in 2029.
What is the current main market for Alpine sports cars?
Currently, 70% of Alpine's sales are in France.
Which markets is Renault targeting for Alpine expansion?
Renault aims to grow Alpine in Europe—mainly Britain, Germany, and Benelux—before expanding to North America.
Will there be a gasoline engine option for the Alpine in the United States?
The electric A110 platform could be adapted to produce gasoline engines for the US market.
Who confirmed the Canadian launch and upcoming strategy?
Philippe Krief, CEO of Alpine, confirmed the details regarding the Canadian launch and strategy.

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