Renault’s Horse unit signs first major deal with Turkish automotive manufacturer

Horse, Renault Group’s new internal-combustion drivetrain unit, has signed a multi-year agreement to supply its diesel engines to Turkish automotive manufacturer Habaş.

The agreement with Habaş represents Horse’s first major partnership with an automotive manufacturer outside of its existing ownership relationship. This follows numerous contract wins in South American markets.

Horse will supply the powertrains to Habaş’s new production facility in Manisa, Türkiye.

Patrice Haettel, Chief Executive Officer at Horse, said: “The first major agreement with a new automotive manufacturer is a significant milestone for the company and truly highlights our ambition to provide class-leading low emissions powertrains to clients across the globe. Horse’s global footprint, including facilities in Bursa, Türkiye, meant that we were the perfect partner for Habaş, to meet their needs as they scale up production of their new Light Commercial Vehicles.”

The 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine delivers maximum power of 170PS (125kW) at 3,500rpm, while peak torque of 380Nm is delivered at 1,500rpm.

This powertrain also meets strict Euro 6d+e full emissions regulations, making it suitable for all European markets. It has also been designed to use the latest B10 diesel that contains 10% biofuel content for a lower carbon footprint.

Horse operates eight production plants across seven countries, three R&D centres and a head office based in Madrid, Spain – the company produces 3.2 million units per year for its customers around the world.