The plethora of recent reports on emissions testing has underlined the importance of compliance procedures and their proper application. In this context, the Chairman of the Managing Board of PSA Peugeot Citroën asked the Group's engineering teams to carry out verifications in this area and make recommendations for improvement. The Group conducted an in-depth review of its situation with regards [...]
PSA Peugeot Citroen demonstrate autonomous vehicle in real world 580km drive to ITS World Congress Vehicle completes journey without human intervention Vehicle demonstrated self-management of speed, lane-changing, cruising abilities and reaction to other vehicles, changing environments and speeds Technology designed to support driver and improve safety A PSA Peugeot Citroën vehicle has travelled the motorway from Paris to Bordeaux unassisted [...]
At the Frankfurt International Motor Show, CITROËN will premier a concept car inspired by the iconic 1960s Citroen Méhari: the CITROËN CACTUS M. An 'outdoor' take on the C4 Cactus, this new concept car has a bright, upbeat personality. Looking beyond design, CITROËN is expressing a lifestyle approach with the CACTUS M, placing leisure at the [...]
Citroen Australia has announced it will introduce two drivetrains for Cactus; a turbocharged petrol manual and turbo-diesel semi-automatic. Due for local launch during the first quarter of 2016, the Cactus will bring with a range of innovative technologies paired to unparalleled customisation and Citroen’s leading 6 year warranty, service and support program. General Manager for Citroen Australia, John Startari, [...]
We drove Citroën’s DS3 convertible a while back and liked it. We didn’t “get it” but we liked it. This story is about how the Citroën DS3 made me feel and not just about tech facts and dull-as-dishwater figures. I may decide to throw in a few figures but they are for presentation of a point, and besides “it’s my [...]
First Impressions: A very cold windy day in Canberra, with the merest hint of rain is the perfect weather for experiencing French cars in their natural habitat. It is the misery they were made for. \ So, the new C4: What’s it got? There are smart new 3D head and tail lights, daytime running lights, a fab new 1.2L [...]
It’s a cutie isn’t it? The Brisbane launch put the DS3 through bends tighter than a Scotsman’s wallet and the Citroen ate them for breakfast. It isn’t the most powerful motor in existence but it hums contently no matter what punishment your throw at it. Before I go into the changes the updates have brought us I’d like to spend [...]
Citroen Australia confirms local introduction of C4 Cactus Vehicle scheduled for Q1, 2016 launch Citroen Australia has confirmed that it will launch its funky, C4 Cactus small SUV in early 2016. The highly awarded Citroen C4 Cactus will bring with it a bold design and innovative features including Airbump technology, magic wash and a roof mounted airbag. Unique Airbump® [...]
New exterior styling for DS flagship Revised interior with upgraded on-board technology, design and comfort Greater power from diesel drivetrain – now 133kW Revised suspension for greater comfort and composure Australian launch scheduled for late 2015 Citroen has previewed its new-look flagship DS 5 saloon ahead of its official unveiling at the 2015 Geneva Motor show. Featuring an all-new [...]
Citroen launched its brand spanking new C4 Picasso in Sydney today. We all thought it looked quite nice, so we took her for an outing up the central coast road. What is it? Based on Citroën’s new EMP2 scalable platform, the Picasso is the slightly smaller version of the Grand Picasso. It has 5 seats and is cute-ish. [...]
