European Automakers Turn to Military Contracts to Boost Business. As the automotive industry continues to grapple with the challenges of a rapidly shifting market, several European manufacturers are seeking new revenue streams to supplement their declining sales. Renault and Thales have taken a significant step in this direction with the unveiling of the 4TROOP military command vehicle at a recent Paris defense show. The 4TROOP is a cutting-edge, high-tech vehicle designed to provide secure command and control capabilities on the battlefield, and its development is expected to create new job opportunities and inject much-needed revenue into the industry.


Renault and Thales unveiled the 4TROOP military command vehicle at a Paris defense show. European automakers see military contracting as a way to preserve jobs and supplement revenue amid industry ...