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Renault Sport

  • Formerly: Renault Sport (1976–2002), Renault Sport Technologies (2002–2015), Renault Sport Racing/Renault Sport Cars (2016–2021)
  • Type: Division
  • Industry: Automotive
  • Founded: 1976 
  • Defunct: December 2021
  • Products: Sports cars
  • Parent: Alpine
  • Divisions: Gordini, Renault Tech

Renault Sport, also known as Renault Sport Racing, is the motorsport division of the French automaker Renault. It is responsible for Renault's involvement in various forms of motorsports, including Formula One, rallying, and customer racing. In addition to motorsport activities, Renault Sport has developed high-performance road cars under the "Renault Sport" brand. These vehicles, such as the Renault Clio RS, Megane RS, and Alpine A110, are known for their sporty handling, powerful engines, and track-focused performance.

Renault Sport Technologies, a subsidiary of Renault Sport, focuses on developing performance technologies and accessories. They have expertise in areas such as chassis dynamics, engines, brakes, and aerodynamics, which they apply to both motorsport and road car projects. Renault Sport has a history of involvement in rallying. In the past, they have competed in the World Rally Championship (WRC) and other rally events. Notably, Renault won the WRC Constructors' Championship in 1994 with the Renault Clio Williams.

Renault Sport supports customer racing programs, offering racing versions of their road cars for private teams and drivers. These programs provide opportunities for enthusiasts and amateur racers to compete in various championships and series with Renault Sport vehicles.

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