I never said they didn't try. They just couldn't compete in the US market. As far as building a lot of cars is concerned, the Russians also built a lot of cars, so 'that don't impress me much'.
Renault is the first importer in Germany.
Peugeot / citroen is the first importer in England.
Renault is in the top five builders(manufacturers).
Peugeot the second-largest carmaker in Europe, before BMW or Mercedes.
Without comment.