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End of an Era: Renault Express Production Halted Due to New EU Safety Regulations
Madrid, Spain – The popular Renault Express van, known for its affordability and reliability, has ceased production, a decision attributed to the impending implementation of the new European GSR-2 safety regulations. According to a representative from the "Motocoche" scrapyard, the cost of incorporating the mandatory advanced safety systems would render the low-cost vehicle economically unviable. The Renault Express, which shared approximately 95% of its components with the Dacia Dokker, was a favored choice for transporters and small businesses. It featured a robust 1500 DCI engine and a straightforward interior equipped with essential amenities such as electric windows, air conditioning, a basic touchscreen radio, and cruise control with hands-free functionality. The speaker noted that many of these vans, like the one showcased with only 53,000 kilometers, still had significant operational life. The new GSR-2 law mandates a minimum level of safety features in vehicles, a measure generally supported for enhancing road safety. However, for vehicles designed with simplicity and cost-effectiveness in mind, such as the Renault Express, redesigning to meet these new standards would incur substantial costs, outweighing the benefits of continued production. This regulatory shift means that the market will see fewer affordable and utilitarian vans like the Express, potentially impacting small businesses and independent transporters who relied on their cost-efficiency.
