Renault, Coscharis pledge support for Nigeria auto assembly, plans 3 new models 2025

Renault, Coscharis pledge support for Nigeria auto assembly, plans 3 new models 2025

Renault has reaffirmed its support for vehicle assembly operations in Nigeria in partnership with Coscharis Motors Assembly Limited.

Coscharis Motors Plc is the exclusive distributor of Renault vehicles in Nigeria.

Laurent Ton-That, Area Operation Manager for Sub-Saharan Africa & Indian Ocean Islands, made the pledge during his recent visit to the Coscharis Motors Assembly Plant at Awoyaya, Lagos.

A statement by the Brand Manager at Coscharis Motors, Felix Mahan, quoted Ton-That as commending Coscharis for its state-of-the-art facility, where Renault’s Duster (SUV) and Logan (sedan) models are assembled.

He personally inspected key production lines including chassis/body assembly, brake testing, vehicle vibration testing, and paint/body inspection, expressing satisfaction with the facility’s capabilities.

“I am impressed by what I have seen today,” said Ton-That.

“Renault is committed to supporting Coscharis Motors Assembly by providing necessary KD kits, training, and other essential resources.

“In response, Felix Adepinye, Assembly Plant Manager at Coscharis Motors Assembly, extended gratitude to Renault for their continued support. “We appreciate Renault’s visit and unwavering assistance,” stated Adepinye.

“With Renault’s support, we uphold OEM standards and ensure the highest levels of professionalism in delivering Renault vehicles to the Nigerian market.”

The Renault manager also had a separate engagement with Coscharis Sales and Marketing teams, where he revealed plans for Renault to introduce three new vehicle models to the Nigerian market in 2025.

This expansion aims to enrich the market’s offerings and cater to diverse consumer preferences.

Renault’s ongoing commitment to local assembly in Nigeria underscores its dedication to enhancing automotive manufacturing capabilities and contributing to the country’s automotive sector growth.

Josiah Samuel, Group Managing Director of Coscharis Group, spoke on the company’s commitment to Nigeria’s economic growth through sustained investments, particularly in the automotive sector.

“Our ongoing investment in human and capital resources underscores our confidence in Nigeria’s economic resurgence,” stated Josiah Samuel. “Coscharis Motors Assembly has the capacity to increase production significantly, align with market demand.”

According to the statement, the partnership between Renault and Coscharis Motors facilitates job creation, technology transfer, and enriches the diversity of automobile offerings in Nigeria.