The Presidency of the French Republic has selected the latest creation of the Renault D-segmentthe sophisticated and technological Renault Rafale. This model embodies the engineering excellence of the French car manufacturer, with an avant-garde design developed by the team at the Renault design center in Guyancourt, under the direction of Gilles Vidal.
Il July 14, 2024during the traditional military parade, the President of the French Republic made his triumphal entry aboard the Renault Rafale, travelling from the Elysée Palace to Avenue de Friedland. This exclusive vehicle has been specially modified to meet the needs of the presidential function, offering a mix of advanced technology and excellent performance.
The model intended for the President stands out for a series of unique features: the bodywork in the same colour as the “Blue Summit“, a grille decorated with the French flag in nuanced tones, removable flag holders, blue, white and red badges on the front doors, and specific 20-inch wheels. The Renault Rafale represents the return of the brand to the presidential garage, marking a new era of innovation and style.
The history of the Presidency of the French Republic is closely linked to the world of automobiles. For over a century, the official cars used by French Presidents played a crucial role in their movements. Renault has always had a prominent place in this context. In 1920, the French Presidency adopted a Renault for the first time, the 40 CVwhich remained in service until 1928 and was used by Presidents such as Paul Deschanel, Alexandre Millerand and Gaston Doumergue. This vehicle marked the beginning of the presidential automobile era, becoming the benchmark for luxury models of the time.
Since then, well 12 Presidents of the French Republic have chosen Renault for their official travel. The last car in the long series was the Renault Espace V, used by the Elysée until 2016. Now, with the Rafale, Renault continues this tradition, offering a vehicle that combines elegance, innovation and a futuristic vision of automotive design.
Source: www.autoblog.it
