Is Changan DS a Joint Venture or Domestic Brand?
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Changan DS is a joint venture model. Below is relevant information about the DS series: 1. The DS series is a premium brand under Citroën. 2. The DS5 (domestic version) and DS5LS (soon to be released) models are produced by the domestic joint venture factory Changan Peugeot Citroën, making them joint venture models. 3. Other models in the DS series, such as the DS3, DS4, and DS5 (imported version), are original imported models. Additional information: 1. DS is a top-tier luxury brand in the French automotive industry, with its full French name being Déesse, meaning "goddess" in French. 2. In 1955, DS made its debut at the Paris Motor Show, causing a sensation with its innovative design and technology, sparking a revolution in the automotive industry and holding a significant place in automotive history. 3. DS is highly favored by French political figures and is known as the "Presidential Car," being the preferred choice for French presidents from Charles de Gaulle to François Hollande. 4. In 2011, Changan Peugeot Citroën Automobile Co., Ltd. was established. 5. In 2012, the DS brand officially entered the Chinese market with its products, aiming to provide consumers with innovative, personalized, and inspiring driving experiences as a new-generation luxury automotive brand under the PSA Peugeot Citroën Group.