In 1900, when he was only 22 years old, Andre Citroen accidentally discovered a method of cutting herringbone gears while traveling in Poland, and immediately purchased the patent. Since then, this herringbone-shaped striped gear has become a symbol of Citroen, and it is also the Citroen logo that continues to this day.
In 1919, Citroen launched the Type A car. This is the first car to be mass-produced and sold in Europe, and it is also the first car specially developed for the general public for ordinary people. Citroen's idea is to popularize and popularize cars.
In 1922, at the opening ceremony of the 7th Paris Motor Show, a jet plane rushed into the sky of Paris, leaving behind the 5 kilometers long CITROEN jumbo jet under the eyes of everyone.
In 1922, Citroen created the first consumer credit company in Europe to engage in installment sales credit business. This extremely favorable condition has contributed to the popularization of French cars.
In 1923, in order to promote the model, Citroen organized a fleet of cars to make a parade on French roads.
In 1923, the Citroen tracked car successfully crossed the Sahara Desert.
In 1923, Andre Citroen began to produce car toys: a complete copy of the Barba car. A total of 2,033,369 toys were sold from 1923 to 1933.
In 1924, Citroen's founder Andre Citroen established Citroen Co., Ltd. to specialize in automobile production.
In 1925, Citroen cultivated and developed their sales network in France. The number of secondary agents has grown from 200 in 1919 to 5,000 in 1925.
In 1925, Citroen used 250,000 light bulbs to place its name on the Eiffel Tower. Citroen's name has been shining on the Eiffel Tower until 1934.
In 1928, André Citroen rented the last page of a major French newspaper (with a total circulation of 15 million) every month to promote the Citroen factory.
From 1931 to 1932, the Citroen tracked car depart
In 1900, when he was only 22 years old, Andre Citroen accidentally discovered a method of cutting herringbone gears while traveling in Poland, and immediately purchased the patent. Since then, this herringbone-shaped striped gear has become a symbol of Citroen, and it is also the Citroen logo that continues to this day.
In 1919, Citroen launched the Type A car. This is the first car to be mass-produced and sold in Europe, and it is also the first car specially developed for the general public for ordinary people. Citroen's idea is to popularize and popularize cars.
In 1922, at the opening ceremony of the 7th Paris Motor Show, a jet plane rushed into the sky of Paris, leaving behind the 5 kilometers long CITROEN jumbo jet under the eyes of everyone.
In 1922, Citroen created the first consumer credit company in Europe to engage in installment sales credit business. This extremely favorable condition has contributed to the popularization of French cars.
In 1923, in order to promote the model, Citroen organized a fleet of cars to make a parade on French roads.
In 1923, the Citroen tracked car successfully crossed the Sahara Desert.
In 1923, Andre Citroen began to produce car toys: a complete copy of the Barba car. A total of 2,033,369 toys were sold from 1923 to 1933.
In 1924, Citroen's founder Andre Citroen established Citroen Co., Ltd. to specialize in automobile production.
In 1925, Citroen cultivated and developed their sales network in France. The number of secondary agents has grown from 200 in 1919 to 5,000 in 1925.
In 1925, Citroen used 250,000 light bulbs to place its name on the Eiffel Tower. Citroen's name has been shining on the Eiffel Tower until 1934.
In 1928, André Citroen rented the last page of a major French newspaper (with a total circulation of 15 million) every month to promote the Citroen factory.
From 1931 to 1932, the Citroen tracked car departed from Beirut to Beijing, completing the "Journey to the East".
In the first half of 1933, 40% of commercial vehicles on French roads were Citroen.
In 1934, Citroen 7A came out. This is the first front-wheel drive sedan, and it shocked the entire automotive industry with bold technology. Traction Avant (precursor) is a real technological revolution, and it has received rave reviews from the moment it debuted: "New, bold, rich and unique solutions are a transcendence over the past." The car was produced until 1957, and a total of 760,000 vehicles were produced.
In 1934, the introduction of the Traction Avant front-wheel drive did not prevent the serious financial crisis faced by the company, and it was unable to pay its accounts. Since Citroen is the number one automobile factory in France and Europe, and also the second in the world, at the request of the government, the main creditor Michelin Company cleared the accounts and injected financial support. Citroen began to continue to operate under Michelin's supervision.
In 1935, Andre Citroen died of cancer.
In 1948, Citroen 2CV was exhibited at the Paris Motor Show. With its exaggerated shape, perfect design, and multiple uses, it caused a great sensation and interpreted a new design concept. It is a real economical car, very suitable for the general working class, and also satisfies people's fashion pursuit of automobile culture. Later, many new versions were derived and prospered. From 1949 to 1990, Citroen 2CV produced 3.9 million vehicles and more than 30 styles.
In 1955, the Citroen DS19 was exhibited at the Paris Motor Show. 12,000 orders were received in one day. This sensational event opened a new chapter in automobile history. Its innovation is not only the aerodynamic lines, but also the new technology it uses is also revolutionary.
In 1958, the bank of the Javier River where Citroen’s Javier factory was located was named Andre Citroen’s Riverbank.
In 1965, the Citroen Design Center in the suburbs of Paris was put into use. It aims to expand and consolidate the three lifeblood departments: the design department, the laboratory and the scientific research department.
In 1974, Michelin and Peugeot Group decided to unite Citroen Automobile Company and Peugeot Automobile Company to form a whole with an international scale. The two brands retain their respective sales networks, their respective model series and their respective brand images, but the development strategy research, procurement and investment are shared, which helps greatly reduce economic costs.
In 1976, the Peugeot Group purchased an 89.5% stake in Citroen and formed a PSA holding company to merge Citroen and Peugeot.
In 1978, Citroen's spare parts center in the suburbs of Paris was put into use. It uses computer management and is responsible for supplying spare parts to Citroen's global network.
In 1982, Citroen delivered 150 CXs to Guangzhou Dongfang Hotel, and Citroen began to enter the Chinese market.
In 1991, Citroen and China Second Automobile Group jointly established the Shenlong Automobile Company, and began to produce cars in China.
