Renault May Build Nissan and Daimler Cars If Union Agrees

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has come up with an interesting solution to solve its overcapacity problem. It wants to take advantage of its partnerships with DaimlerDaimlerGermany, 1889 > present12 models
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and NissanNissanJapan, 1932 > present159 models
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to build their models in its factories. But that is only if Renault's labor union agrees. 

To make the deal work, the union would have to agree to a a 35-hour work week, 6.5% longer working day. 

"This would contribute toward making French factories more attractive for the allocation of volumes in addition to Renault's own output," said Renault in a statement announcing the plan. 

The plan is not entirely new. Renault already builds the Mercedes CitanMercedes-Benz Citan Gen.1Germany, 2012 > present22 versions
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van at its factory in Maubeuge, France. 

If the deal goes through, it could be enough to keep some of Renault's factories open. 

Despite having a 14-year partnership, Renault and Nissan have been slow to integrate factories. While they develop product together, it is still built separately at brand specific factories.

Source: Automotive News Europe