The French car maker Renault is a multinational automobile manufacturer founded in 1899. It is the fourth largest car manufacturer in the world and the largest in Europe. Renault produces a wide range of vehicles, from small city cars to luxury sedans and SUVs. The company has a long history of innovation, including the invention of the first mass-produced front-wheel drive car in 1898. Renault is also known for its involvement in motorsport, having won the Formula One World Championship multiple times.