[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/evos-best-company-of-the-past-20-years\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/evos-best-company-of-the-past-20-years\/","headline":"Evo\u2019s best company of the past 20 years revealed","name":"Evo\u2019s best company of the past 20 years revealed","description":"This year marks two decades since Evo Magazine first went to press and to commemorate the petrolhead-friendly publication, it has named what it deems to be the most significant car maker during that period. As you\u2019d imagine, the Evo team are spoiled for choice. Would they go for McLaren? Porsche? Ferrari? Audi? BMW? No, Evo Magazine\u2019s \u2018company of the past 20 years\u2019 was none other than Renault Sport. Announced during a ceremony in London that celebrated two decades of Evo […]","datePublished":"2018-07-04","dateModified":"2018-07-04","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/#Person","name":"Isabelle Lawrence","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/","identifier":30,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Renault-Sport-named-Evo\u2019s-best-company-of-the-past-20-years.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Renault-Sport-named-Evo\u2019s-best-company-of-the-past-20-years.jpg","height":520,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/evos-best-company-of-the-past-20-years\/","about":["LATEST CAR NEWS"],"wordCount":333,"keywords":["Evo Magazine","Renault","Renault Sport"],"articleBody":"This year marks two decades since Evo Magazine first went to press and to commemorate the petrolhead-friendly publication, it has named what it deems to be the most significant car maker during that period.As you\u2019d imagine, the Evo team are spoiled for choice. Would they go for McLaren? Porsche? Ferrari? Audi? BMW? No, Evo Magazine\u2019s \u2018company of the past 20 years\u2019 was none other than Renault Sport.Announced during a ceremony in London that celebrated two decades of Evo Magazine, Renault\u2019s performance division was praised for \u201calways challenging itself and responding to feedback like no other manufacturer\u201d.Evo holds Renault Sport responsible for some of its favourite hot hatches, namely the Clio V6, Clio 172 Cup, Clio 182 Trophy, Clio 200 Cup, M\u00e9gane 275 Trophy-R and the M\u00e9gane R26.R, which ranked fifth in the magazine\u2019s \u2018best car ever\u2019 test.The past 20 years have been particularly notable for Renault Sport too, becoming a three-time holder of the N\u00fcrburgring Nordschleife front-wheel-drive lap record with M\u00e9gane R26.R, M\u00e9gane 265 Trophy, and M\u00e9gane 275 Trophy-R.Evo editor Stuart Gallagher highlighted why Renault Sport elevated itself above the competition. \u201cWhat makes Renault Sport a standout company for Evo is how it responds to new rivals and feedback from Evo and its readers,\u201d he explained. He also explained that \u201cWhere others would consider throwing in the towel, Renault Sport accepts every challenge.\u201dPatrice Ratti, managing director of Renault Sport, responded to the win by saying: \u201cWe know Evo readers are true car fans who appreciate the thrill of driving and as such, we value the magazine\u2019s opinions greatly.\u201d Renault Sport was born in 1998 when the Clio V6 was unveiled at Paris Motor Show.Today, it builds R.S. versions of M\u00e9gane and Clio and GT versions of M\u00e9gane, Clio and Twingo, as well as race versions and single seaters in several successful formulae across the world.Do you agree with Evo’s decision? 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