The Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance is stepping up its commitment to EV growth in Europe with a major expansion of its Ampere Douai plant in France. This investment highlights the group’s strategy to scale electric mobility while strengthening its focus on innovation and sustainability.
The Douai plant has undergone a €550 million transformation, making it one of Europe’s most advanced EV production facilities. Since switching fully to EV manufacturing in May 2023, the factory has increased output from 50,729 units in 2023 to 89,527 units in 2024, underscoring the Alliance’s role in accelerating EV growth.
The facility now produces six electric models across four Alliance brands — Renault, Nissan, Mitsubishi, and Alpine. These include the Renault Megane E-Tech, Scenic E-Tech, Renault 5 (R5) E-Tech, Alpine A290, the next-gen Nissan Micra EV, and the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross EV. Both the Micra EV and Eclipse Cross EV are scheduled for launch in late 2025, with the latter set to become Mitsubishi’s first all-electric SUV in Europe.
Key to the upgrade are flexible modular platforms — AmpR Small and AmpR Medium — which allow multiple models to be built on the same line while maintaining brand identity. The plant also houses a new battery assembly unit, enabling faster integration and improved efficiency as demand for EVs continues to rise.
More than just a production site, the Alliance is positioning Douai as an innovation hub. By combining scalability, cost efficiency, and diverse brand offerings, the plant is designed to deliver high-performance, affordable EVs that support Europe’s growing appetite for clean mobility.
As EV adoption accelerates globally, this expansion strengthens the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance’s position in Europe’s competitive market. With enhanced capacity, a broader product portfolio, and a strong sustainability focus, the Alliance is playing a central role in driving sustainable mobility and EV growth across the region.
