Peugeot

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ANALYSIS - How EMP2 is key to Peugeot 3008 SUV

15 May 2017

Production of vehicles which share Groupe PSA's EMP2 architecture is on the rise, with one of the more successful being the Peugeot 3008. Even if its sales can't match those of the Nissan Qashqai and VW Tiguan in Europe, this C segment SUV is greatly aiding Peugeot's mission to lift both image and margins.

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ANALYSIS - Peugeot seeks high margins with Traveller MPV

3 May 2017

Groupe PSA might be in the process of taking over Adam Opel and Vauxhall Motors but it also has several JVs with one of GM’s main rivals, Toyota. An LCVs venture in France produces not just vans but MPVs too. The Peugeot Traveller is one of three such models.

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ANALYSIS - Peugeot future models part 2

27 February 2017

This is the final feature in a five-part series which examines the current and future models for Groupe PSA's passenger car brands. The last instalment offers an overview of Peugeot's future SUVs, monospaces and electric vehicles.

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ANALYSIS - Peugeot future models part 1

23 February 2017

This is the fourth feature in a five-part series which examines the current and future models for Groupe PSA's passenger car brands. Following on from a look at DS and then Citroën, Peugeot is the subject of the final two chapters. This feature looks at the A-D segments as well as a future pick-up. The last instalment will focus on the brand's future SUVs, monospaces and electric vehicles.

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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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Q&A with Mentor Graphics

18 September 2014

Mentor Graphics is a major supplier of software tools that help engineers design electronic systems and components. Headquartered in Oregon, US, Mentor generates annual revenues of some US$1bn. Its tools are involved in the design of almost every electronic gadget you can think of. To find out about its automotive business, Matthew Beecham spoke to Martin O’Brien, General Manager, Integrated Electrical Systems Division Mentor Graphics.

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Iranian car output up 22% in five months

19 September 2017

Fresh data on Iranian car production showed a 21.8% growth during the first five months of the current fiscal year that started in March, a local report said.

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French regulators find 'suspect' software in PSA vehicles - reports

8 September 2017

A French investigation into alleged emissions cheating by PSA Group found suspect software had been used on almost 2m Citroen and Peugeot vehicles, news reports said.

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New Peugeot 3008 score five ANCAP stars

8 August 2017

The new Peugeot 3008 enters the popular small SUV segment with a 5 star ANCAP safety rating following good results in physical testing and the presence of an advanced speed assistance system. "The Peugeot 3008 performed well in testing with high scores...

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Peugeot adds new members to its supervisory board

26 July 2017

Following the transfer of Peugeot shares from the Agence des Participations de l’Etat (APE) to Bpifrance and a reorganisation of responsibilities within Dongfeng Motors Group (DFG), Bpifrance and DFG have proposed new members and advisers to the...

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PSA Iran "huge success" as global H1 sales rise 2.3%

13 July 2017

PSA has recorded first half worldwide sales up 2.3% and although Europe and China remain challenging, the automaker has declared its nascent Iran operations a "huge success."

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PSA appoints its new sales and marketing head for Middle East and Africa

4 July 2017

Samir Cherfan is appointed senior vice president Sales and Marketing for Middle East and Africa at PSA Group effective 1 July 2017. This new role has been created to support the achievement of the strategic plan Push to Pass in the Middle East and Africa...

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Peugeot returns to African pickup truck market

22 June 2017

Peugeot is returning to the African pickup truck market with a double cab model apparently sourced from China.

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Peugeot adds ADAS and infotainment on refreshed 308

1 June 2017

Peugeot has given the 308 a mid-cycle refresh that adds to equipment levels, particularly in infotainment and the provision of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).

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Tenneco supplies MTV suspension technology for Peugeot 3008 SUV

30 May 2017

Tenneco has announced that its Multi-Tuned Valve (MTV) suspension technology is featured on the new Peugeot 3008 SUV, which was named 2017 European Car of the Year during the Geneva Motor Show in Switzerland earlier this year.

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Sime Darby sells Peugeot-Citroen operations in Australia, NZ

17 May 2017

Sime Darby Motors is in the process of selling its Peugeot and Citroen distribution businesses in Australia and New Zealand, according to reports in Malaysia.

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Pininfarina inks platform design deal with Iran's IKCO

16 May 2017

Pininfarina recently announced a commercial agreement with Iran Khodro (IKCO) for the development of a modular automotive platform, able to underpin at least four different vehicles including a medium segment passenger car.

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New PSA JV to build LCVs in Uzbekistan

16 May 2017

Groupe PSA and SC Uzavtosanoat have announced an equally owned joint venture (JV) - Uzbekistan PCA - to build a production plant in the Free Industrial Zone of Jizzakh, 200km (120 miles) from Tashkent, in Uzbekistan, to produce Peugeot and Citroën LCVs for passenger and freight transport.

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nuTonomy and Groupe PSA announce autonomous cars partnership for Singapore

3 May 2017

nuTonomy and Groupe PSA have announced a strategic partnership to develop self-driving cars.

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PSA Group Q1 revenue rises 4.9%

26 April 2017

Citroen and Peugeot maker PSA Group booked first quarter 2017 revenue of EUR13,629m, of which EUR9,018m was raised by the automotive division and EUR5,092m by supplier Faurecia.

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2017 Shanghai motor show world premieres

24 April 2017

Auto Shanghai 2017 did not disappoint, with a vast number of concept, prototype and production model world debuts. The most important vehicle premiere will probably prove to be the Wuling Hong Guang S3, this being the first SUV for the number one brand in the world's largest market.

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Nexteer and Dongfeng Components sign JV agreement

10 April 2017

Nexteer Automotive has signed an agreement to form a joint venture with Dongfeng Motor Parts and Components Group. The joint venture, equally owned by both parties, will design and manufacture electric power steering (EPS) systems for Dongfeng Motor Group and its affiliated companies.

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PSA Hordain site extends night shift until 2018

31 March 2017

To satisfy demand for the new light commercial vehicles Peugeot Expert et Citroën Jumpy, as well as the passenger cars Peugeot Traveller and Citroën Spacetourer, the Hordain site Works Committee has confirmed on 30 March 2017 that the night shift is...

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PSA extends its partnership with Total

30 March 2017

PSA Group and Total have renewed their long-standing lubricant supply deal.

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PSA lets 'non experts' loose on autonomous prototypes

28 March 2017

Groupe PSA is this week allowing 'non-expert' motorists to test its autonomous car, as a driver or a passenger, on the roads of the Paris region.

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Magneti Marelli announces supply deals for Geneva show debut models

17 March 2017

Magneti Marelli has announced supply deals under which its Automotive Lighting and Powertrain Technology divisions supply key components to new vehicle models, many of which were launched at this month's Geneva motor show.

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PSA to build Peugeot Expert/Citroën Jumpy in Uruguay

16 March 2017

PSA Group and its partners, EASA and Nordex, have signed an assembly contract for LCVs in Uruguay.

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2017 Geneva motor show - world debuts list

8 March 2017

All the world premieres from the 2017 Geneva motor show are listed below. The most important models this year were the Range Rover Velar, Kia Picanto, Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, Opel Crossland X & Insignia, Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo, SEAT Ibiza, Subaru XV, Volkswagen Arteon and Volvo XC60.

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PSA/French agencies release real-world fuel economy test results

8 March 2017

Following on from its 2016 commitment, the PSA Group has published the measurement results from the test protocol established with Transport & Environment (T&E) and France Nature Environment (FNE). This protocol has been used to measure consumption in...

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Peugeot selects TomTom navigation components for its new line-up

7 March 2017

TomTom announced that its trusted navigation components will be rolled-out into Peugeot’s latest car lines. TomTom Maps, Navigation, 3D Buildings, Traffic, Speed Cameras, Weather, Fuel, Parking and Local Search will be included in the Peugeot 208 and...

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PSA and THACO team for Vietnam assembly

23 February 2017

PSA Group and its partner THACO (Truong Haï Auto Corporation) have signed a contract to accelerate development in Vietnam by committing to local assembly and bringing to market two new SUVs, to be produced in Chulai (Quang Nam Province).

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PSA extending Peugeot assembly activities in Vietnam

23 February 2017

PSA Group and its partner THACO (Truong Haï Auto Corporation) have signed a contract to accelerate the development of their activities in Vietnam by committing to local assembly and bringing to market two new SUVs, to be produced in THACO’s plant in...

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PSA Group Sochaux plant on road to modernisation

21 February 2017

With "Sochaux 2022", a project that has mobilised a dedicated multi-skilled team on the Sochaux site for the last 36 months, the PSA Group shows its ambition to turn the Sochaux site into a benchmark plant, at the heart of its historical...

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GM CEO wants Opel left independent after sale to PSA

17 February 2017

Opel should remain an independent company with current management in place after a possible sale to PSA Peugeot Citroën, GM CEO Mary Barra has insisted in negotiations with the French company.

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PSA eyes 60% Iran localisation as JVs ramp up

14 February 2017

PSA Groupe says it is aiming for a localisation rate of up to 60% in Iran with its SAIPA joint-venture as the pace of automotive development ramps higher following the ending of most international economic sanctions.

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Peugeot to restart Kenya vehicle assembly operations

6 February 2017

The PSA Group and local distributor URYSIA have signed a contract to assemble Peugeot brand vehicles in Kenya. It is planned that assembly will start from June of this year with the Peugeot 508, followed by the new Peugeot 3008 SUV.