What does PSA car mean?
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PSA cars refer to the Peugeot and Citroën brands. Below are specific details about the Peugeot and Citroën companies: 1. Relationship between the two: Peugeot and Citroën both belong to the PSA Group, also known as Peugeot Citroën Group, a French private automobile manufacturing company owned by Peugeot Automobile Company. It encompasses five major automotive brands: Peugeot, Citroën, DS, Opel, and Vauxhall. 2. Brand origins: In 1976, the group to which Peugeot belonged acquired the long-established French company Citroën, thereby becoming a multinational industrial group primarily focused on automobile production, while also involved in mechanical processing, transportation, finance, and service industries.
I've always been fascinated by automotive history. PSA cars are actually vehicles manufactured by the French Groupe PSA, which was formed in 1976 through the merger of two historic brands, Peugeot and Citroën. Later, they also acquired Opel and DS. In my younger days, I drove a Peugeot 307 – its design had a retro charm, and it handled quite steadily. Now, the group has become part of Stellantis and sells well in many regions globally, especially in Europe. Classic models like the Citroën CX series remain popular among car enthusiasts. In China, they have a joint venture with Dongfeng Motor, producing models such as the Peugeot 408, which are affordable but sometimes have after-sales service issues. PSA cars are renowned for their chassis technology, offering agile handling in corners, though the interiors can sometimes feel plasticky. Still, the brand carries a strong historical appeal and is worth trying. If you're interested in European cars, you might want to look into their diesel era – that was their golden period.
