When did Peugeot break away from fils de Peugeot?
Also in 1896, Armand Peugeot broke away from Les Fils de Peugeot Frères to form his own company, Société Anonyme des Automobiles Peugeot, building a new factory at Audincourt to focus entirely on cars. In 1899, sales hit 300; total car sales for all of France that year were 1,200.
When did Peugeot take over the cycle business?
During the 1920s, Peugeot expanded, in 1926 splitting the cycle (pedal and motor) business off to form Cycles Peugeot, the consistently profitable cycle division seeking to free itself from the rather more cyclical auto business, and taking over the defunct Bellanger and De Dion companies in 1927.
How long have I owned a Peugeot 407?
I have owned my Peugeot 407 1900 cc diesel estate for over 6 years, having bought it nearly new. It is roomy, comfortable, well-appointed since it has the highest specification of any car I have owned, a bit sluggish, but in many respects a desirable vehicle.
When did the French government take a stake in Peugeot?
In February 2014, the shareholders agreed to a recapitalisation plan for Groupe PSA, in which Dongfeng Motors and the French government each bought a 14% stake in the company. Peugeot has received many international awards for its vehicles, including six European Car of the Year awards.
Also in 1896, Armand Peugeot broke away from Les Fils de Peugeot Frères to form his own company, Société Anonyme des Automobiles Peugeot, building a new factory at Audincourt to focus entirely on cars. In 1899, sales hit 300; total car sales for all of France that year were 1,200.
During the 1920s, Peugeot expanded, in 1926 splitting the cycle (pedal and motor) business off to form Cycles Peugeot, the consistently profitable cycle division seeking to free itself from the rather more cyclical auto business, and taking over the defunct Bellanger and De Dion companies in 1927.
Who are the drivers of the Peugeot 207?
It is based upon the Peugeot 207 road car. Drivers Enrique García Ojeda, Nicolas Vouilloz and Kris Meeke won the Intercontinental Rally Challenge (IRC) drivers’ title in 2007, 2008 and 2009 respectively in a Peugeot 207 S2000.
Why did Peugeot buy out Citroen in 1974?
In a bid to acquire a bigger share of the market, Peugeot bought 30% of Citroen in 1974, taking over completely in just two years which meant a change in the company’s name, now the PSA (Peugeot Societe Anonyme). This partnership meant that the two brands could make use of each other’s technical achievements but keep their independence design-wise.