Renault exec commits to minicars and outlines next phase of Daimler deal

Ali Kassai was named executive vice president, product planning and programs at Renault on April 1. He is also a member of the group's executive committee. Before that, he oversaw development of the Clio, Captur and Twingo programs at Renault, and he also led the group's collaborative projects with Daimler. Kassai, who holds a doctorate in the field of electromechanical vibrations, spoke with Automotive News Europe Correspondent Peter Sigal at last month's Frankfurt auto show about Renault's current and future lineups as well as the next steps in its relationship with Daimler.