It was with great ease and in perfect French, barely tinged with a slight accent, that Luca de Meo spoke to Renault shareholders on Friday. Expected as the messiah to the general management of the Losange, the Italian leader declared himself “a little moved” by starting his little speech of presentation during the general assembly – virtual – of the group. This is the first time he has spoken publicly since his appointment as head of Renault in late January.