I’m a protective mum, but not in the insane way as French parents who are furious that the name Zoe has been chosen by Renault for its new electric car. They regard it as a slur on their daughters called Zoe.

Zoe has become one of the most popular names for French baby girls, rising from somewhere over the past five years to become 17th favourite.

But some angry parents have launched an internet petition demanding that the car should be renamed, to prevent “Zoe” being devalued.

Renault has defended its choice of name, saying the it evoked values of “femininity of youth, a playful spirit and vivacity”.

I have an idea for Renault. Why not name it The Carla after the wife of the French president as she clearly has all the attributes they are seeking for the promotion of their zero emission car.

I’m sure you would sell a lot more too!