From F1 to the Road, Renault’s New Boss Aims to Avoid the Crash!
This page is translated from the original post "De la F1 à la route, le nouveau patron de Renault veut éviter le Crash !" in French.
- 04/08/2025 12:49
And what better way to do this than to follow in the footsteps of Luca de Meo? François Provost advocates for continuity at Renault.
The new man at the helm of Renault has no intention of taking a sharp turn. Just settling into the driver’s seat of the diamond group, François Provost immediately announces his intention to stay the course. His predecessor, Luca de Meo, straightened the trajectory with his “Renaulution” plan, and Provost intends to continue on this same path, simply pressing a little harder on the accelerator.
During the presentation of the 2025 semi-annual results, the new CEO promised to invest in new products while bringing them to market more quickly. The proof? The upcoming Twingo, which has completed its development in just 21 months, becomes the model to follow. A record time that, according to Provost, should now serve as a reference for the entire company. A way to keep pace against the Chinese competition that is charging in at full speed with its affordable and rapidly developed models.
Another point where Provost does not change course is that Alpine will remain in Formula 1. The new head confirms the sports car manufacturer’s commitment to the premier discipline, a symbol of technology and global visibility. Knowing that the car meeting the new 2026 regulations is already designed and that Luca de Meo greatly reduced the budget by abandoning the construction of the Renault engine to order from Mercedes, this is a sensible decision. But if the A-branded team continues to languish at the back of the grid next season, the axe will fall quickly!
Rigor and Common Sense at Renault
On the philosophy front, again, no abrupt changes. Renault continues its “value over volume” strategy: producing less, but better, and ensuring that each car truly generates a return. A cautious, yet effective approach.
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To achieve this, Provost wants to involve suppliers earlier in the process, in order to save time and control costs. A former purchasing director, he understands the importance of smooth navigation from the drawing board to the dealership. He also renews his trust in the distribution network, which he views as essential for supporting the brand over the long term.
In short, no revolution, still the Renaulution, but a desire to optimize the mechanics. François Provost aims to avoid going off track, and what better way to do that than to stay on the well-defined trajectory?
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