Citroën - Overzicht Geschiedenis en Types - Engels - NIEUW

Citroën - Overzicht Geschiedenis en Types - Engels - NIEUW
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Citroën, Dates, from 1919 to the Present Day

  • 2022
  • Uitgegeven door Automobiles Citroën
  • 144 blz.

Citroën was founded in 1919 and has produced over 300 models, marked by innovations like the Traction Avant and the DS. Key developments include the launch of the Type A in 1919, the use of the Eiffel Tower as a billboard in 1925, the groundbreaking Traction Avant in 1934, and the futuristic DS in 1955. The company continues to produce new models and is now part of the Stellantis group. 

 

1919–1930s: Founding and early innovation 

  • 1919: Citroën was founded by André Citroën.
  • 1919: The first model, the Type A, is produced, using mass-production techniques.
  • 1921: The B2 is introduced as the second model in the range.
  • 1925: The Eiffel Tower is illuminated with the brand's name, becoming a massive advertisement.
  • 1934: The revolutionary Traction Avant is launched, being one of the first mass-produced cars with front-wheel drive. 

 

1950s–1970s: Post-war and design icons 

  • 1955: The groundbreaking DS is introduced, known for its advanced hydraulic systems and aerodynamic design.
  • 1957: The ID, a more affordable version of the DS, is launched.
  • 1960s: The Ami 6 is introduced as a bestseller, and the company develops more innovative models. 

 

1980s–2000s: Mergers and modern era

  • 1980s: Citroën continues to develop a range of cars, from the AX to the XM.
  • 1998: The Berlingo is launched, creating a new market segment for multi-purpose vehicles.
  • 2001: Citroën's historical evolution is documented in the book Citroën Dates, From 1919 to the Present Day.
  • 2000s: The brand expands its product line with models like the C3 and the C4. 

 

2010s–Present: Modern challenges and new directions

  • 2019: Citroën celebrates its 100th anniversary and introduces innovative models like the Ami.
  • 2020: The brand is part of the newly formed Stellantis group, which includes Peugeot, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, and others.
  • Present: Citroën focuses on sustainable mobility, launching new models such as the C5 Aircross and the advanced DS 4