Renault

Seeking a Better Relationship Between People and Cars—

A Parisian Life with Renault, as Imagined by Japanese Creators

For over a century, Renault has crafted cars that are both innovative and enduringly beloved. Manabu Matsunaga, a photographer, and Maiko Matsunaga, an editor, both based in Paris, are devoted Renault enthusiasts. They share their perspective that a nation's character is reflected in how its people interact with cars. For Europeans, cars are a natural extension of horse-drawn carriages—vehicles to be cherished and lived with. No matter how innovative, a car must evoke affection to be truly embraced. What is the ideal relationship between people and cars, as seen by these two, who understand both Japan and France?

Photographs by MATSUNAGA ManabuText by MATSUNAGA Maiko