Citroën Pioneered the Use of Fiber Optics in Automobiles
Citroën utilized plastic optical fiber to send light from the dashboard cluster to the ignition switch keyhole.
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This exceptional barn find includes a wide range of 2CV models, from the early models to the later ones.
Robert Opron was not a man of the grand stage and always avoided the spotlight.
Bob Deimert’s worldwide reputation as a genius at restoring “warbirds” enabled him to finance his dreams.
This Citroën ZX Rally Raid, number C05, debuted as car number 201 at the 1990 Pharaohs Rally, piloted by 1981 World Rally Champion and four-time Paris-Dakar Rally winner Ari Vatanen.
Additional models will be launched as part of a plan to be “daring and shocking”.
Purchased from an Austrian correspondent working at the UN in New York City
who, with diplomatic credentials, brought it in and licensed it in New York State.
I have 4 Citroën DS in various stages of restoration. There are 2 complete vehicles, 1 parts car and 1 nearly rust free frame.
We are pleased to announce that Pierre Duperray now has a Traction Avant 11B so equipped and is doing final tests that look very positive.
Johhny sat down with Brendan McCaleer to describe how he developed a passion for Citroëns and how he has become the “go-to” guy in British Columbia for virtually all the Citroën owners there.
Méhari project for sale in Sacramento. The hood, tailgate and engine are there, although one engine cylinder has to be located but plenty of parts are available.
Does the need for government revenue take precedent over the hardship such measures, if successful, will have on France’s automobile manufacturing sector? It would seem so…
The much admired DS Grand Palais, a stunning 2-door coupé in the Spirit of Les Grand Carrossiers, is making its way into production.
This 2CV is a Classic ‘A’ type, but with a little extra power from a 602 cc engine!
2CV Mehari Club Cassis have announced a collaboration with Michelin to carry an expanded line of classic tires. How competitive is 2CV Mehari Club Cassis in pricing?
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