Renault launches new Grand Modus line of biofuel friendly vehicles

Renault launched new eco²-compliant Modus and Grand Modus models.

To qualify for the eco² designation, Renault cars must emit less than 140g of CO2 per km or else run on biofuels; must be manufactured at ISO 14001-certified factories; must be 95% end-of-life reusable and contain at least 5% of plastics sourced from recycling.

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