Could There Ever Be a True DS Reincarnation?
The CX was the evolution of the DS, but it was a radical change that abandoned its form in favour of what Citroën felt a modern sleek flagship sedan should be.
Special Tribute Honoring Robert Opron
An exhibit dedicated to the accomplishments of Robert Opron will be held in Amiens France from Aug. 24 to Oct. 30, at the Maison de l’Architecture des Hauts-de-France. As part of that event, there will be a special tribute on Sept. 4.
Celebrating 60 Years of the Ami 6
Here, for the first time, designer Flaminio Bertoni could express himself fully and alone without interference from anyone else imposing the style of the car.
In Memoriam – Robert Opron (February 22, 1932 – March 29, 2021)
Although he had been in failing health for some time, the cause of his death has been attributed to Covid-19.
The Goddess is 65 Today!
Exactly 65 years ago, the DS 19 was presented to the public for the first time at the Paris Motor Show and wrote automotive history right from the beginning.
Proof That Bertoni Applied Kamm Tail Benefits to the Sleek DS
The Citroën the DS was unique in that it achieved the Kamm tail effect without a chopped or up-ticked rear end.
The Collective Works of Robert Opron to be Displayed at Carlisle
Robert Opron’s accomplishments will be presented in conjunction with Citroëns at Carlisle and the Renault Owners Club of North America at the 2020 Carlisle Import and Performance show.
DS Automobiles Attempts to Advance SM Design
50 years after the introduction of the Citroën SM, DS Automobiles Design Studio, has chosen to pay tribute to it by organizing a design competition.
2020 – An Appropriate Year to Celebrate 2 Citroëns Introduced in 1970
2020 marks 50 years since the introduction of the GS and the SM, arguably 2 of the most significant Citroëns since the introduction of the original DS.
Design Match for the Citroën CX?
Citroën’s CX was produced from 1974 to 1991. Citroën sold nearly 1.2 million CXs during its 16 years of production. It was voted European Car of the Year in 1975. The name CX is derived from the symbol for drag coefficient, drawing attention to the car’s aerodynamic design, which was …