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 The history of the DS Automobiles brand originates from a completely different company and brand, Citroën. Relatively young cars that have not yet spread throughout the world market are sold under this name. Passenger cars belong to the premium segment, so it is quite difficult for the company to compete with other manufacturers. The history of this brand began more than 100 years ago and was interrupted literally after the release of the first car - the war prevented this. However, even in such difficult years, Citroën employees continued to work, dreaming that a unique car would soon enter the market.

They believed that he could make a real revolution, and they guessed right - the first model became a cult one. Moreover, mechanisms unique at that time helped save the life of the president, which only attracted the attention of the public and car connoisseurs to the manufacturer. Nowadays, the company has been revived, presenting unique models that have won the attention and love of the younger generation thanks to their original design and good technical characteristics.

DS Automobiles' roots come directly from another company, Citroen. Its founder, Andre Gustav Citroen, was born into a wealthy Jewish family. When the boy was 6 years old, he inherited from his father a huge fortune and his business, which was associated with the sale of precious stones. True, the entrepreneur did not want to follow in his footsteps. Despite numerous connections and existing wealth. He moved into a completely different field and began producing mechanisms.

During the First World War, Andre built his own factory for shrapnel shells; it was located near the Eiffel Tower. The building was built in just 4 months, which was a record time in those days. The shrapnel was of very high quality, without a single defect or delay in delivery. After the end of the war, Andre founded a car manufacturing company. It was very important for the entrepreneur that they be as unpretentious and easy to use as possible.

In 1919, the company introduced the first car. It had spring suspension, making drivers feel comfortable on bumpy roads. True, the brand “shot” only on the second try. In 1934, Andre retired: the company was owned by Michelin, and the new owner Pierre-Jules Boulanger came up with another project. At first it was called VGD, but then received the name DS. The head of Citroen wanted to mass produce premium cars that would combine beautiful design, innovative solutions and simplicity. Preparations for the premiere were interrupted by the Second World War, but even at that time enthusiasts did not stop working on the project. In order for DS Automobiles owners to be able to drive even on rough roads, the designers came up with an innovative suspension, the likes of which were unmatched by equally well-known brands. The cars won the interest of potential buyers, especially since Citroen employees were constantly coming up with new options to improve the sub-brand.

They did not want to stop there, because they always believed in the development of such an idea. The crisis of 1973, when the company was on the verge of bankruptcy, put a turning point in the development of DS Automobiles. That's when the PSA Peugeot Citroen concern was created, which helped the company stay afloat. True, the production of cars under the sub-brand was stopped for many years. The companies participating in the concert focused on survival, since it was very difficult to remain in the market.

Only in 2009 was an important decision made to restore the sub-brand. It featured more expensive and premium Citroen models. Several cars were produced on behalf of the brand, but over time it became difficult for them to withstand competition. Strong competitors appeared on the market and already had a good reputation. This continued until 2014 - DS Automobiles became a separate brand, and received its name in honor of the legendary Citroën DS car.

Today, the company's management continues to develop and introduce new technologies into the production of premium cars. Increasingly, DS Automobiles is moving away from the “progenitor” Citroen; their differences are clearly visible even in the design, characteristics and features of the cars. The company's owners promise to significantly expand production, increase the model range and open more showrooms around the world.