Peugeot

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Early success for Groupe PSA with new Peugeot 508

8 April 2019

Škoda's experience with the Superb proves that a non-premium brand can succeed in Europe against the might of the C-Class, A4 and 3 Series. With Groupe PSA having taken Citroën out of this segment, albeit temporarily, Peugeot is trying its luck with the 508. So far, results are encouraging.

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2019 Geneva motor show world debuts list

6 March 2019

Concepts, prototypes and production models which were world premieres at the 2019 Geneva motor show are discussed below.

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2018 Guangzhou motor show - world premieres list

19 November 2018

Below is a list of vehicle world premieres which appeared at the 2018 edition of AutoGuangzhou.

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2018 Paris motor show - world debuts list

3 October 2018

Vehicles which made their global debuts at the 2018 edition of the Paris Mondial de l'Automobile are named below.

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Paris Interview - PSA Global Purchasing EVP Michelle Wen

23 October 2018

New Groupe PSA Executive Vice President, Global Purchasing & Supplier Quality, Michelle Wen has held a number of senior managing positions with blue-chip companies across various industries including the automotive business. Just-Auto caught up with her at the recent Mondial de l'Automobile in Paris.

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INTERVIEW: PSA Peugeot Citroen CEO Carlos Tavares says recovery is on track

30 September 2015

PSA Peugeot Citroen chief executive has a considerable challenge on his hands to forge a successful place in the global market for the company and its three brands - Peugeot, Citroen and DS. He tells Ray Hutton how 'Back in the Race' is bringing results.

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INTERVIEW: Peugeot CEO Maxim Picat (Part 2)

10 October 2014

In the second and final part of an interview with Maxim Picat, the head of Peugeot explains why the brand cannot launch a low-cost model, and details plans for new energy cars.

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INTERVIEW: Peugeot CEO Maxim Picat (Part 1)

10 October 2014

Can Peugeot become a near-premium brand, in time? CEO Maxim Picat believes it can. Here, he discusses progress on future vehicles and powertrains, and challenges the suggestion that rivals for Dacia and Renault's Logan and Sandero are needed.

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PSA appoints new director of Peugeot Sport

23 May 2019

Francois Wales is to take over from Bruno Famin as Peugeot Sport director, who is joining the FIA’s Office of the secretary general for Motor Sport as director of operations.

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Constellium supplies PSA bonnet aluminium

22 May 2019

Constellium is to supply aluminium auto body sheet for the bonnet of PSA’s Peugeot Partner and Citroen Berlingo Van.

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Groupe PSA implements electric offensive on LCVs

1 May 2019

Groupe PSA presents a preview of the electrified versions of Peugeot Boxer Electric and Citroen Jumper Electric at the Birmingham Commercial Vehicle Show (from 30 April to 2 May). Leader in the LCV segment in Europe with 24.7% market share in 2018, Groupe...

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RAC to provide roadside assistance services to Groupe PSA in Europe

8 April 2019

The RAC has signed a new five-year contract to provide roadside assistance services to Groupe PSA, the second largest car manufacturer in Europe. The deal, which was won following a competitive tender process, will see the RAC’s patrols supporting...

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Visteon claims industry first for Peugeot 208 instrument cluster

28 March 2019

Visteon, which claims to be the leading supplier of automotive digital instrument clusters, has claimed an industry first: a fully digital instrument cluster displaying holographic objects for the redesigned Peugeot 208.

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PSA nabs controlling stake in Chinese aftermarket parts supplier

28 March 2019

PSA said it was acquiring a controlling interest in Longstar to further expand its spare parts business in China.

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PSA poaches Renault's sales and marketing chief

18 March 2019

PSA has poached Renault's sales and marketing chief to carry out a similar role across its five brands.

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PSA addresses seven megatrends in Core Model Strategy

27 February 2019

PSA says it plans to take up the major challenges facing the automotive industry, illustrated by the seven mega trends and accelerate the implementation of transformation projects which foster growth and efficiency, particularly in digital technology.

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PSA records 2018 revenue growth up 19% to EUR74bn

26 February 2019

PSA has posted Group revenue growth up 19% to EUR74bn (US$84bn), with sales rising 7% to 3.88m vehicles.

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PSA claims EUR5bn France trade balance surplus

21 February 2019

PSA claims it was a key contributor to France’s trade balance in 2018, with a surplus of EUR4.9bn (US$6bn).

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Euro NCAP rates nine new cars, Fiat Panda gets zero stars

6 December 2018

Euro NCAP released the safety ratings of nine cars. The Audi Q3 , BMW X5, Hyundai Santa Fe, Jaguar I-Pace, Peugeot 508, Volvo V60 and its partner, the Volvo S60, all achieve a maximum five-star rating. However, two FCA vehicles – Fiat’s aging Panda...

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Groupe PSA UK appoints new director, Communications

23 November 2018

After 26 Years' service with Groupe PSA Andrew Didlick is to retire at the end of December 2018 from his role as director, Communications, Events and Brand Partnerships Andrew Didlick has elected to retire from Groupe PSA after 26 years in the business at...

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Peugeot adds new member to its supervisory board

24 October 2018

At its meeting of 23 October 2018, and acting on the recommendation of the Appointments, Compensation and Governance Committee, the Supervisory Board of Peugeot SA decided to appoint Louis Gallois, an independent member of the Supervisory Board as well as its...

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Peugeot launches new petrol PHEV powertrains

24 September 2018

Peugeot has switched from diesel and announced the launch of a new plug-in hybrid petrol engine range destined for the 3008 SUV and redesigned 508 and 508 SW (wagon).

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PSA promises EV version of every new model

20 September 2018

PSA - the maker of Peugeot, Citroen, DS, Vauxhall and Opel brands - has reiterated its EV plans, promising an electrified version of every new model.

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PSA trials Sochaux autonomous technology

19 September 2018

PSA’s Sochaux plant is trialling automated technology on a portion of its logistics platform, with the TractEasy autonomous industrial tow tractor able to navigate the plant environment without human intervention.

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Groupe PSA and partners field-test city-level LTE-V2X in Wuxi, China

17 September 2018

Groupe PSA began demonstrating its latest vehicle communication technologies in Wuxi, China. As an important part of the world's first city-level Internet of Vehicle LTE-V2X application demonstration area, these technologies showcase the growing V2X...

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PSA inks AI and voice partnership with SoundHound

4 September 2018

PSA has signed a partnership agreement with Silicon Valley artificial intelligence (AI) and natural language voice recognition start-up, SoundHound.

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PSA says Sochaux working normally after stoppage

3 September 2018

PSA says its Sochaux plant as well as other French sites are stocked and working normally following a manual gearbox supply issue.

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PSA hints at additional Poissy model

31 August 2018

PSA is strongly hinting it will unveil an additional – unnamed - vehicle to be produced at its Poissy plant North West of Paris with further details to be released at the end of this year.

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PSA says all passenger cars now WLTP compliant

30 August 2018

All Peugeot, Citroën, DS, Opel and Vauxhall passenger cars have been approved using the new laboratory test, WLTP (Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure).

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PSA restarts Sochaux line after gearbox supply hiccup

29 August 2018

PSA has resumed production of its Peugeot 308 model at the Sochaux factory in Eastern France after a manual gearbox supply issue halted one line.

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Groupe PSA's passenger cars pass WLTP tests

28 August 2018

Groupe PSA announced that all Peugeot, Citroen, DS, Opel and Vauxhall passenger cars are approved under the new laboratory test procedure WLTP reflecting more realistic fuel consumption. Thanks to sound technological choices made in anticipation of the...

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Peugeot 308 upgraded with new Tech Edition

31 July 2018

The Peugeot 308 has been upgraded with a new Tech Edition trim level, making use of a wide range of technology and advanced driver assistance systems to maximise customer appeal. The specification, which carries a GBP1,450 (US$1,906) price premium over...

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Opel delivers H1 profit as PSA posts net income up

24 July 2018

PSA Group's Opel/Vauxhall (OV) division has posted a first-half profit of EUR502m (US$587m), while its parent recorded net income up EUR226m to EUR1.5bn.

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PSA sets H1 record with global sales up 38% to 2.2m vehicles

12 July 2018

PSA has established a record for the first-half of 2018, selling 2,181,800 vehicles, up 38% compared to this time last year. The total was boosted by the inclusion of Opel/Vauxhall sales numbers in this year's first-half figures (the acquisition took place last summer).

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Groupe PSA worldwide sales up 38.1% in H1 2018

12 July 2018

Groupe PSA’s SUV offensive with 13 models launched worldwide by the five brands – Peugeot, Citroen, DS Automobiles, Opel and Vauxhall – drove the Group’s robust sales momentum in the first half of 2018. At more than 609,300 units, SUV...

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PSA Group launching new generation LCV line-up

26 June 2018

PSA Group said it would consolidate its leading market share of more than 30% on the European B-LCV market by launching a new generation of the Peugeot Partner, Citroen Berlingo and Opel/Vauxhall Combo.

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PSA to add fourth shift at Rennes plant

22 June 2018

Groupe PSA's Rennes plant is preparing add a fourth shift to ramp up production of the Citroen C5 Aircross SUV, which will be brought to market at the end of 2018, while continuing to support the successful sales performance of the Peugeot 5008 SUV, which has exceeded 90,000 unit sales since it was launched in 2017.

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Magna Rus looks to country to escape 'hostages of Soviet past'

3 May 2018

Magna Automotive Rus purchasing says localising in Russia has an element of being 'hostage to its Soviet past as the country looks to reduce its dependence on overseas imports.