Renault is aligned with PERTE VEC, the strategic program for the development of Electric and Connected Vehicles, as it aims to transform mobility in Spain. Based on industry reports, the initiative spans five manufacturing sites and a workforce of about 25,000, with a tight deadline approaching in early June. The plan involves opt-in projects in collaboration with fifty partners across nine autonomous communities, with a focus on propelling small and medium-sized enterprises to participate at a 70% share.
In contrast to other automotive initiatives in Spain, such as those led by Volkswagen Group and Seat, Renault’s strategy emphasizes advancing electrification and a cohesive, sustainable mobility ecosystem rather than simply electrifying production lines. The offer centers on three main pillars: decarbonization, connectivity, and mobility as a service. French automotive partners extend across the entire future industrial ecosystem, spanning technology, renewable energy, circular economy, vehicle and component manufacturing, battery production, as well as universities and technology centers, ensuring an integrated approach to the evolving automotive landscape.
A connected, safe and sustainable electric mobility
Decarbonization efforts encompass projects to research hydrogen and other carbon-neutral fuels, alongside ongoing work to improve batteries and reduce material weight. Focus areas include furthering digital connectivity, cybersecurity, and advanced electronic platforms. One notable initiative mentioned is ARTUS, a testing infrastructure for autonomous driving technologies that exemplifies the area’s practical priorities. For mobility as a service, new technologies and digital platforms will be pursued to introduce enhanced features in vehicles.
It is anticipated that new mobility concepts and connected services will become foundational pillars for the global automotive landscape, with Mobilize representing Renault Group’s frontier in this domain. Mobilize is expected to contribute a meaningful share of Renault’s revenue in the coming decade through ridesharing and dedicated mobility services.
In a broader context, the industry leadership in Spain highlights the strategic importance of R&D investments that strengthen the country’s capabilities in connected environments featuring electric, autonomous, and connected vehicles. This approach aims to position Spain as a leading hub for sustainable mobility, supported by a network of regional partners. The consortium includes counties and regions across Spain, with participation from industry players spanning manufacturing, energy, infrastructure, and technology, all contributing to the broader objective of a resilient, innovative automotive supply chain.
The collaboration emphasizes the state’s commitment to align public and private resources, ensuring that research centers, universities, and industry players work in concert to advance decarbonization, digitalization, and safe, intelligent mobility. This integrated framework seeks to accelerate the deployment of low-emission technologies and expand the ecosystem required to sustain long-term growth in sustainable transport. External partners contribute expertise across design, testing, and implementation phases, reinforcing Spain’s capability to attract investment and stimulate regional development.
Leading executives emphasize that the project’s emphasis on research and development in Spain will enable the country to develop rich, connected environments with electric, autonomous, and interconnected vehicles. The collaborative approach involves dozens of regional participants and a wide range of technology and infrastructure actors, all working toward a shared vision of a cleaner, smarter future for mobility.
In summary, the PERTE VEC initiative signals a coordinated push to decarbonize transport, advance digital connectivity, and expand mobility-as-a-service options, while leveraging a broad network of industrial partners to strengthen Spain’s position in the global sustainable mobility arena.
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